Hotel Esencia, Xpu-Ha

On the immaculate white sand beach of Xpu-Ha on Mexico’s Riviera Maya, between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, Hotel Esencia is a secluded 50 acre estate where sea turtles come to nest and thousands of butterflies make their home. ALLOnce the exquisite private hideaway of an Italian Duchess, the hotel is constantly rated 5 stars for its spectacular setting, acclaimed “farm to table” cuisine, and mid-century decor featuring authentic works by Charles “Le Corbusier” Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Pablo Picasso and others. The spacious "all-suite” accommodations, ranging from garden suites to large duplex villas, feature breathtaking ocean views and lush garden views along with large private terraces and plunge pools and solariums.  A personal concierge is assigned to each guest to ensure the utmost in service, comfort, and convenience.  Dining at Hotel Esencia is at once a culinary voyage and a coming home. Meals are simple yet sophisticated, drawing as much from Mexico’s eclectic range of regional cuisines as from the well-loved comforts of Mediterranean cooking. What is not taken from Hotel Esencia’s own garden is sourced locally from farmers and artisans in Quintana Roo, or further afield from the places in Mexico known for exemplary delicacies.  In the heart of this Edenic location is Hotel Esencia’s all-organic Spa where the purest ingredients harvested from the soil of the surrounding Mayan jungles are the basis of every treatment. Next to the Spa is an all-new Technogym including weight-training and Pilates.  An on-staff personal fitness concierge offers complimentary yoga aside the beach every morning.  Profile:  45 suites and 3 villas, children under 2 free in parents’ room, 3 restaurants, 2 pools, beach and pool service, room service and organic spa with sauna. Located on the beach, 60 minutes from Cancun International Airport, with nonstop flights from Mexico City and major cities in the Americas and Europe. Open year round.