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Offering direct access to Xpu-Ha Beach, Hotel Esencia offers beautiful rooms and suites with terraces set among attractive gardens. It features a spa, 2 large outdoor swimming pools and an à la carte restaurant. All air-conditioned accommodations has bright, attractive décor. Each suite and room has a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station. The Garden Restaurant serves a selection of regional and international cuisine. The hotel also offers Mexican cookery classes. The Esencia’s spa features a plunge pool, sauna and hot tub. Treatments include massage and facials. The Riviera Maya coastline is ideal for diving and snorkeling. Guests can visit the Mayan ruins at Tulum, as well as the resort of Playa del Carmen, which can be reached within 15 minutes by car. Hotel Esencia is a proud member of The Set Collection

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

American

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.7
High score for Xpu Ha
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Maria
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Most magical gem hidden in the midst of a jungle, with beautiful sandy beaches. It offers cinematic like visuals and moments. The gorgeous details scattered all around - from the way they change the pool lounges to black and light up the oil...
  • Hannah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved the stay. Everyone who worked at the hotel were top of their game. The setting and the service were amazing. The manatee trip was SO GOOD. Sunsets were 💯

Hotel area info

Restaurants
3 Restaurants On Site

  • Mistura
    • Cuisine
      Mexican • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • BeefBar
    • Cuisine
      Steakhouse
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free
  • TAIYO
    • Cuisine
      Japanese • Sushi
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of Hotel Esencia
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Beachfront
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • 3 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Live music/Performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Game room
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage

Front Desk Services

  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

2 swimming pools

Pool 1 – outdoorFree!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels

Pool 2 – outdoorFree!

  • Open all year
  • Adults only
  • Pool/Beach towels

Spa

  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hairstyling
  • Hair coloring
  • Haircut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Additional charge
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules
Hotel Esencia takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
$96.75 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
$96.75 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
$193.50 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Esencia of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

FAQs about Hotel Esencia

  • Hotel Esencia offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Game room
    • Snorkeling
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Personal trainer
    • Live music/Performance
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Beauty services
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Swimming pool
    • Themed dinners
    • Facial treatments
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Waxing services
    • Cooking class
    • Makeup services
    • Hair treatments
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Haircut
    • Hair coloring
    • Hairstyling
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Light therapy
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Massage chair
    • Fitness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes

  • Hotel Esencia has 3 restaurants:

    • BeefBar
    • Mistura
    • TAIYO

  • Check-in at Hotel Esencia is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:30 PM.

  • Hotel Esencia is 1.2 miles from the center of Xpu Ha. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Hotel Esencia on this page.

  • The prices at Hotel Esencia may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The nearest beach is 1,950 feet from Hotel Esencia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Hotel Esencia include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Triple
    • Apartment
    • Quad