Theres’s something just so serene about the name: La Casa de la Playa. It rolls off the tongue like a gentle tide on the sand, and the simplicity of naming a boutique resort simply The House of the Beach adds austere, established luxury to the visualization of what a vacation here might be like. And the best part? It’s named pretty aptly, delivering extraordinary experiences by thoughtful design.
Since it opened, La Casa de la Playa has quickly become known in well-heeled circles as a below-the-radar gem for those looking for something exceptional and unusual. Let’s find out what’s behind those exclusive closed doors.
Tailor-Made Experiences
It’s one thing for a resort to have a list of crafted-to-their-demographic amenities and inclusions. But at La Casa de la Playa, experiences are specifically designed for individual guests, based on the special features of the hotel group’s extended reach. For instance, instead of a private romantic dinner on a beach, why not next to a cenote right in Xcaret Park? Instead of an ordinary spa treatment, how about a Purification and New Being ceremony at Xel-Há Park? Because of this hotel’s shared ownership with the network of nine of the best eco-parks in the Cancun/Riviera Maya area, exclusive access is limited only to the imagination.
Special Access Where X Marks the Spot
As mentioned, guests at La Casa de la Playa are able to get special access to parts of the parks owned by the group. This includes the Xcaret, Xel-Há, Xplor, Xplor Fuego, Xenses, Xenses Insomnia, Xoximilco, Xenotes and Xavage, plus experiences on the high seas by Xcaret Xailing. However, it also means free rein at sister properties Hotel Xcarte Mexico and adults-only Hotel Xcaret Arte. and full use of all of their facilities, including the ability to reserve a table a Michelin-starred restaurant Ha at Hotel Xcaret Mexico.
Sensory Experiences
Fine food is one of the greatest pleasures in life, and at La Casa de la Playa, that fact is well-recognized. Not only are the restaurants already extraordinary, with four venues dedicated to regional flavors of Mexico at their finest they also offer deeper dives into the country’s specialties.
For example, at La Chocolateria, a candy boutique by designer and master chocolatier Mao Montiel, homage is paid to one of the Mayan culture’s greatest contributions to gastronomy: cacao. At Bodega, a hand-picked collection of some of the country’s finest tequilas and mezcals are on offer, and guests are welcome to sample across the full range of as they learn about the unique characteristics and traditions behind each bottle. And for oeneophiles, Cava is unmissable. Sommelier Sandra Fernández’s selections span the world, but an exclusive library of Mexican wines make a tasting there a rare treat.
In-Room Touches
The key part of any hotel stay is the personal part of the stay. And that means the room, which is another point of high-end luxury at La Casa de la Playa.
While there are only 63 suites for an intimate, true boutique vibe, across three buildings, each of the suites are at least 1065 square feet, and offer specific benefits for each category. These include wellness amenities, an ocean view, spa benefits, oceanfront, and beachfront settings. As a baseline, they all start with a 65-inch TV, full dining table for room service indulgence, electric curtains, steam showers, and outdoor space including in some cases, volcanic rock bathtubs with hydromassage or heated pool access. Plus, there’s butler service and twice daily housekeeping to keep guest private spaces as refreshed as their visitors feel.
Included Private Transportation
Many hotels and resorts, even tour operators and destination management companies offer the luxury of private transportation to and from the airport. But at La Casa de la Playa, high-end private transfers to and from Cancun and Tulum’s airports are part and parcel with every stay, in premium vehicles with personalized service. This ensures that from start to finish, every moment around and between a stay at La Casa de la Playa is an extraordinary experience.
Well Awarded
Earning awards is already an extraordinary feat. But earning some of the most competitive rankings in the world? Well, that’s levels above. La Casa de la Playa earned five stars with the Forbes Travel Guide in 2024, AAA Five Diamond Status, and won best hotel in Mexico – and second best on the planet – from Travel + Leisure for the World’s Best Awards. As for 2025? We can only guess the best is yet to come.
