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, two villas, 33 suites, an organic spa and two authentic farm-to-table restaurants offering the flavors of the Yucatán. Suites feature high ceilings and generous windows with tropical garden or sea views. Several have plunge pools and a terrace or balcony, and the duplex villas provide an extra level of privacy. Master suites and the salon of the main house feature midcentury collectibles from Le Corbusier, Perriand, Picasso and others.
QX insider
The best snorkeling in the region is right outside. You’ll find coral reefs, multicolored fish and giant sea turtles, all only steps from the resort’s quiet beach.