Hotel Esencia

5.0 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor swimming pools

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Hotel Esencia

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On the beach, white sand, free beach cabanas, sun loungers
Property grounds
Presidential Bungalow
Exterior
Suite (Beach)

Overview of Hotel Esencia

9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Carretera Cancún-Tulum Km. 265, Xpu-Ha, QROO, 77750
  • Popular LocationXpu-ha Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationEcopark Kantun Chi3 min drive
  • Popular LocationCenote Azul3 min drive
  • AirportCancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)66 min drive
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Room options

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

  • 743 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Jungle)

  • 1023 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Bungalow

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

Villa (Pool)

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

Suite (Beach)

  • 1130 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Master Beach)

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

Suite (Master)

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

Suite (Master Jungle)

  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (The Esencia)

  • 2131 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Villa (Yum-Ha Private Villa)

  • 4467 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds and 2 Double Beds

Suite (Rooftop Wellness)

  • 1850 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room (The Esencia Mansion)

  • 53820 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 King Beds

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About the area

Xpu-Ha

Located in Xpu-Ha, Hotel Esencia is in the entertainment district and on the beach. Ferry to Cozumel and Chikinha Cenote are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Akumal Beach and Xcacel Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Xcaret Eco Theme Park and Akumal Ecological Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, snorkeling and swimming adventures can be found near the property.

What's nearby

  • Xpu-ha Beach - 1 min walk
  • Ecopark Kantun Chi - 3 min drive
  • Cenote Azul - 3 min drive
  • Puerto Aventuras Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Puerto Aventuras Marina - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mirador Buffet - 5 min drive
  • Carey Lobby Bar - 5 min drive
  • Agave - 5 min drive
  • Capri - 4 min drive
  • Buffet Colonial - 3 min drive

About this property

Hotel Esencia

Luxury family-friendly resort by the ocean, rejuvenated in 2021
Consider a stay at Hotel Esencia and take advantage of a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a terrace. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, free beach cabanas, and sun loungers. Indulge in a body treatment, a body wrap, and a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 onsite restaurants, which feature garden views and al fresco dining. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include beach volleyball and kayaking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as an art gallery on site and designer stores on site.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a lifeguard on site
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Limo/town car service, cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), and a free beach club on site
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and babysitting (surcharge)
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like furnished patios and pillow menus.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, childcare services, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM–11:00 AM for a fee: USD 78–120 for adults and USD 39–60 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Beefbar Restaurant
  • Mistura Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • TAIYO

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat
  • Books
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Fitness classes
  • Free beach club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Sail boat
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Water sports equipment
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 16 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Lifeguards
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - February 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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; to check in, go to Casa Maya
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 200 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 200.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 150.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: 15 percent

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 78–120 for adults, and USD 39–60 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 250 (one-way), (up to 11 years old)
  • Pet fee: USD 200 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 150.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 200.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
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
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Esencia have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Esencia?

As of Mar 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Esencia on Apr 6, 2024 start from CA $2,532.36, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Esencia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 200 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Esencia?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Esencia?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Esencia?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Hotel Esencia provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 250 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Esencia located?

Located in Xpu-Ha, this beachfront resort is in the entertainment district, just steps from Xpu-ha Beach and Oasis Beach. Ecopark Kantun Chi and Cenote Cristalino are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Hotel Esencia Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mariela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very big and comfortable room, small bathroom though
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian, West New York

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely Amazing
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Esencia is an absolute gem! Hands down my favorite 5 star property we have ever stayed at. It’s great for both families and couples. Beef Bar restaurant, although very expensive, is unreal and worth every penny! The beach is perfect and the lagoon Manatee tour with Pansqual is a must! A few minor complains are that we were charged a ghastly price for a second round of covid testing after our original flight was canceled so we had to retest. The tests were only advertised as complimentary all over their social media and website. Also don’t expect immediate 5 star service as staffing is quite sparse due to COVID-19 (which is understandable). With that being said I give the property 5 stars without question and would highly recommend to everyone!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best. Place. Ever. Everything and everyone was amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
Lovely stay. The property is very nice. The pools are great, the beach is awesome. Really nice beach. Service was great. Food was great. Gym was fabulous. Highly recommend to those going to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Meri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just Amazing !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in May 2019

General hotel information

Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
5.0
Address
Carretera Cancún-Tulum Km. 265, Xpu-Ha, QROO