Where To Stay
Hotel Esencia
Hotel Esencia
Tucked away along the lush coastline of the Riviera Maya, Hotel Esencia effortlessly captures the spirit of refined simplicity. With a natural rhythm that invites you to slow down, this hideaway blends polished minimalism with quiet charm. Days unfold with the ease of ocean breezes, no agenda necessary, while thoughtful details and intuitive service make every moment feel intentional. It’s a place that doesn’t shout luxury, but rather whispers it, letting nature, privacy, and soulful experiences take center stage.
Xpu-Ha Bay
51 Units
50 minutes from CUN & Cancun | 30 minutes from Tulum & Playa del Carmen
4 Restaurants & Bars
2 Heated Swimming Pools | Tennis Court
Esencia Spa
Kids Club (available for Easter and Festive Season)
Pascale's Insights
Why:
- Set on a secluded 50-acre beachfront estate, this former Italian duchess’s villa offers a rare blend of elegance and intimacy
- Consistently celebrated by elite travel guides, Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star and ranked among The World’s 50 Best Hotels
- Intimate scale ensuring a private, residential atmosphere that feels more sanctuary than resort
Now You Know:
- The design blends Mexican roots with subtle coastal flair, creating understated luxury that’s both warm and refined
- Dining options include a chic beach palapa bar and exciting additions like the Beefbar outpost, offering curated, artful moments
- The newly unveiled Esencia Mansion adds a 12,000 sq ft sanctuary with private screening room, hammam, speakeasy, and stunning jungle-to-ocean views
Our Two Cents:
- Book the Esencia Suite or Presidential Bungalow for dramatic indoor–outdoor living (plus a rooftop private plunge pools for Esencia Suite), pure elegance
- The spa’s circular, open-air layout makes treatments feel open to the sky and jungle, be sure to request a jungle-view room
- Let the journey unfold slowly, Esencia is not a place to rush to, but one to ease into, where barefoot luxury meets serene seclusion
