Hotel Esencia
Hotel Esencia, once the beachside villa of an Italian duchess, is set on a secluded, 50-acre estate of lush gardens on pristine Xpu-ha Beach. This delightful Mayan Riviera refuge has five rooms, three villas, 45 suites, an organic spa, and three simple yet sophisticated restaurants that draw from Mexico’s eclectic regional cuisines. Suites feature high ceilings and generous views of tropical gardens or the sea; several have plunge pools and a terrace or balcony, and the duplex villas provide an extra level of privacy. Master Suites and the main house’s salon feature midcentury collectibles from Le Corbusier, Perriand, and Picasso.
Hotel Tip
Dining at Mistura is a culinary treat. The creative Mexican seafood dishes served in a beachfront palapa with 180-degree ocean views make for a memorable meal. –Limor Decter New York, New YorkVirtuoso Preferred Supplier Since 01 Jun 2007
Virtuoso Amenities
For 2025:
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily breakfast credit of $60 per person for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant (non-cumulative)
- $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Complimentary bottle of wine
- Bookings in our Pool Villa or higher categories will receive an additional $100 Resort or Hotel credit (for a total of $200 during stay)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
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Sustainability
Our Commitment
A particular attention is given to food and beverage with the arrival of a new restaurant and coffee bar. Alongside with the epicurean preoccupation come the spa and Technogym fitness room, aimed to cultivate beauty, balance, and peace. Artworks by seminal 20th century artists; mid-century modern furniture and a curated collection of art and design books adorn guest rooms and the hotel salons and library. All the while, public spaces are subtly filled with a music play list conceived by celebrated sound designer Michel Gaubert. A fresh visual identity and website realized with the beautiful animations of none other than Pierre Le Tan.