Hotel Esencia

Beachfront resort in Xpu-Ha with spa and beach bar

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Dates

December 2025

15

January 2026

Front of property - Hotel Esencia (Xpu-Ha)

Suite (Beach) | Balcony - Hotel Esencia (Xpu-Ha)

Room (The Esencia Mansion) | Terrace/patio - Hotel Esencia (Xpu-Ha)

3 restaurants, breakfast served - Hotel Esencia (Xpu-Ha)

Escape to Hotel Esencia, a luxury oceanfront resort with breathtaking white sand beaches. Enjoy beach volleyball, kayaking, and yoga classes or unwind at the spa with a massage. With 3 on-site restaurants serving breakfast to dinner and free in-room WiFi, this family-friendly haven offers something for everyone.

VIP Access

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Airport transfer
Connecting rooms available
Bar
Pool
Pet friendly
Gym

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
On the beach
3 restaurants and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
2 outdoor pools
Breakfast available
24-hour fitness center
Sauna
Steam room
Free beach cabanas
Free beach club on site
Beach umbrellas

Feel at home (6)

Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Children's club (surcharge)
Playground on site
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom

Why we love this property

Beach bliss getaway

Barefoot luxury at this coastal resort. Float the day away in free cabanas on a white sand beach or enjoy sail boats, kayaking, and beach volleyball.

Pool paradise

This luxury resort features 2 outdoor pools and a hot tub for prime relaxation. Pool loungers, umbrellas, and a poolside bar complete the experience.

Spa escape sanctuary

The full-service spa offers daily treatments from facials to massages in specialized rooms. A sauna, hot tub, and garden create the perfect wellness retreat.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 15 - Dec 16

Tomorrow

Dec 16 - Dec 17

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

2 beds

Showing 12 of 12 rooms

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 King Bed (Jungle Suite with Plunge Pool)

Very good

Highlights

Furnished patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private plunge pool

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

743 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Suite (Jungle)

Good

Highlights

Furnished patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillow menu

1023 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Suite (Master Beach)

Highlights

Furnished patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

1238 sq ft
1 bedroom
Beach view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite (Master)

Highlights

Furnished patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private plunge pool

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

753 sq ft
1 bedroom
Partial ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite (Beach)

Highlights

Furnished patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillow menu

1130 sq ft
1 bedroom
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Villa (Pool)

Highlights

Yard

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private plunge pool

Air conditioning

3617 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
2 King Beds and 2 Double Beds

Villa (Yum-Ha Private Villa)

Highlights

Yard

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private plunge pool

Air conditioning

4467 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 8
4 King Beds and 2 Double Beds

Presidential Bungalow

Highlights

Yard

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

1399 sq ft
1 bedroom
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Suite (Rooftop Wellness)

Highlights

Yard

Furnished patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private plunge pool

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

1850 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Suite (Master Jungle)

Highlights

Yard

Furnished patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private plunge pool

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

1076 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Suite (The Esencia)

Highlights

Yard

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private plunge pool

Air conditioning

2131 sq ft
Partial ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Room (The Esencia Mansion)

Highlights

Yard

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private plunge pool

Private indoor hot tub

53820 sq ft
Partial ocean view
Sleeps 10
4 King Beds

Similar properties

Pool
Free breakfast
Spa
Airport transfer

$1,139 nightly

Dec 16 - Dec 17

Total with taxes and fees

Pool
Free breakfast
Spa
Free parking

$424 nightly

Dec 16 - Dec 17

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

Carretera Cancún-Tulum Km. 265, Xpu-Ha, QROO, 77750

What's nearby

Xpu-ha Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Cenote Azul - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Cenote Cristalino - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Ecopark Kantun Chi - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Cenote Jardín del Eden - 5 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 67 min drive
Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM) - 21 miles/33.8 km
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

‪Mirador & La Hacienda Buffets - ‬6 min drive
‪Strikers Sports Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪Carey Lobby Bar - ‬5 min drive
‪Tokyo - ‬3 min drive
‪Capri - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel Esencia

At Hotel Esencia, you can spend time at the beach enjoying free cabanas, beach umbrellas, and volleyball, plus you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Puerto Aventuras Marina. 2 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. Beefbar Restaurant, one of 3 restaurants, offers garden views and serves dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include a beach bar, a 24-hour fitness center, and a hot tub.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 48 units
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-in/out available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is noon
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
- The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Casa Maya]
- Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
- Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18

Children

- Babysitting*
- Children's club*

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 22 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Restrictions apply*
- Food and water bowls available

Internet

- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Parking

- Free uncovered onsite self parking
- Free uncovered onsite valet parking
- Onsite parking includes off-street options

Transfers

- Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
- Cruise terminal shuttle*
- Ferry terminal shuttle*

Offsite

- Theme park shuttle*

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
3 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Beach bar
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Private picnics
24-hour room service

Traveling with children

Children's club (surcharge)
Children's pool
Playground
Childcare in room (surcharge)
Bed rails
Lifeguard on site

What to do

On the beach
Free beach club
Fitness classes
Yoga classes
Beach volleyball
Kayaking
Sailboat
Boat
Free use of nearby fitness center
Scuba diving nearby

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Free beach cabanas
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Water sports equipment
Romance packages

Facilities

16 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Communal living room
24-hour fitness center
2 outdoor pools
Art gallery on site
Designer stores on site
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

Accessible airport shuttle
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Espresso maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Memory foam mattress

What to enjoy

In-room massage
Furnished patio
Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Free local calls
Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

Champagne service
Free bottled water

More

Daily housekeeping (surcharge)
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly toiletries
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Guidebooks/recommendations
Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Beefbar Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this theme restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Mistura Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Onsite venue #3 - restaurant. Open 24 hours. Open daily.

TAIYO - Onsite sushi bar. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:

A tax is imposed by the city: USD 2.80 per accommodation, per night

Service fee: 15 percent

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 78 to 120 for adults, and USD 39 to 60 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 319 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Cruise ship terminal shuttle and ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Theme park shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 150.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for USD 200.0 per night
Children's club access is available for an extra charge
Airport shuttle service for children up to age 11 costs USD 319 (one-way)

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 200 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Cashless transactions are available.

Property Registration Number 0123008a8f7c4

Also known as

Esencia Hotel Xpu-Ha

Esencia Xpu-Ha

Esencia Hotel Playa Del Carmen

Hotel Esencia Riviera Maya, Mexico - Xpu-Ha

Esencia Hotel

Hotel Esencia Xpu-Ha

Esencia Hotel Solidaridad

Esencia Solidaridad

Hotel Esencia Riviera Maya

Hotel Esencia Resort

Hotel Esencia Xpu-Ha

Hotel Esencia Resort Xpu-Ha

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Esencia offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Esencia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Esencia?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Esencia?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 22 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 200 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Esencia?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Esencia?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 319 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Esencia?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hotel Esencia and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, volleyball, and sail boating. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the hot tub, or go for a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Hotel Esencia also has a 24-hour fitness center, a sauna, and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.