Mexico instantly evokes images of warm welcoming weather, gorgeous beaches, palm trees, and ancient Mayan ruins. This country’s diverse attractions make it a preferred destination from people world over, whether they are looking for a place to party hard, to laze at a beach, or to explore fascinating historical sites. Mexico’s beautiful natural surroundings also make it one of the best places to relax and recover from the relentless stress that our daily routine brings. Strewn around the country are fantastic retreats that offer wonderful facilities and services to unwind. Find out the best wellness retreats in Mexico which combine fun and relaxation in one place.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to spa and wellness services. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
1. Hotel Xcaret Mexico, Playa del Carmen (from USD 558)
With beachfront access to Playa del Carmen and a sprawling campus chock-full of wellness amenities, Hotel Xcaret Mexico is perfect for those seeking a rejuvenating break. If you are looking for options to get active then there are swimming pools, gyms, and fitness rooms which include fitness classes and services of personal trainers. There are also yoga classes held regularly. If you are looking for relaxation and healing then there is a spa and wellness centre which has facilities like a hot tub and a steam room. The spa provides all kinds of beauty services like massages, body wrap, and body treatments.
Hotel Xcaret Mexico All Parks All Fun Inclusive
Address: Carretera Federal Chetumal Puerto Juarez
969 meters (0.7 ft) from Xcaret Park
2. Grand Riviera Princess, Playa del Carmen (from USD 232)
Just 9 km (6 mi) from downtown Playa del Carmen, Grand Riviera Princess is a five-star resort offering a luxe setting for your vacation. The resort’s wellness facilities include a full-service spa centre that offers beauty and wellness packages to refresh you. Among the several amenities on offer guests can enjoy are a hammam/sauna room, massage services, and a hot tub. In addition to a state-of-the-art gym, the resort’s fitness centre offers classes for Zumba and aerobics.
Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive
Address: Prolongacion 5 Avenida Manzana 20 Lote 006
13.52 km (8.4 mi) from Xcaret Park
3. The Royal Suites Yucatan by Palladium, Akumal (from USD 556)
Luxurious resort with spacious rooms and attentive staff
Gorgeous property, well-maintained pools, and access to multiple restaurants
Beautiful jungle environment with access to various beaches and pools
Exceptional dining experiences with a variety of cuisines, daily seaside breakfast, and romantic dinner options
This resort, located in famed Riviera Maya very close to Playa del Carmen, provides fantastic views of the breathtaking beauty of Mexico’s Caribbean coastline. Verdant and plush, the palatial complex of TRS Yucatan by the beach gives it a serene atmosphere. Settle down with a drink by the infinity pool that overlooks the beach and let go of your worries! The resort’s wellness facilities include a hydrotherapy-based spa, aquatic gym, fitness centres, a solarium, as well as a sauna.
TRS Yucatan Hotel - Adults Only
Address: Carretera Chetumal Km 259.5
23.74 km (14.8 mi) from Xcaret Park
4. Sandos Caracol Eco Experiences Resort, Playa del Carmen (from USD 105)
Reasonable pricing for family-oriented resort with all-inclusive options.
Abundance of activities for kids and adults, water park, private beach, wildlife, and eco-friendly facilities.
Located in a scenic jungle setting, close to Playa del Carmen and with access to cenotes and ruins.
Mixed reviews on food quality, with some standout restaurants but issues with buffet and reservation system.
Sandos Caracol Eco Resort combines lavish facilities with an exciting natural landscape. The resort’s grounds include amazing natural features like rivers, cenotes, and forested land, creating an ambience that will energise you. Guests looking for ways to unique will find options ranging from swimming pools, an air-conditioned fitness centre, a health club, and a full spa/wellness centre. Daily yoga and fitness classes are held for those looking to pick up some tips. Spa Sandos offers indoor and outdoor treatment areas where guests can enjoy a variety of massages ( such as deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages) and treatment therapies (such as aromatherapy, hydrotherapy etc). Facilities include a sauna, a hot tub, Turkish bath/hammam, and a steam room.
Sandos Caracol Eco Resort All Inclusive
Address: Carretera Cancún Chetumal Km 295
12.28 km (7.7 mi) from Xcaret Park
5. Grand Bahia Principe Coba, Akumal (from USD 180)
The beachfront Bahia Principe Grand Coba offers incredible views of the Caribbean Sea. The resort’s full-service spa incorporates an interesting combination of regular wellness treatments as well as special treatments inspired by ancient Mayan traditions such as the Mayan Holistic Massage. The sumptuously fitted up Bahia Spa has facilities galore including saunas, hot tubs, hot tub, steam bath, and sensation showers. The resort has a top-notch gym set up with the latest equipment and personal trainers who can create workouts just for you.
Bahia Principe Grand Coba - All Inclusive
Address: Carretera Chetumal - Cancún Km 250
33.35 km (20.8 mi) from Xcaret Park
6. Sandos Playacar Beach Resort, Playa del Carmen (from USD 120)
Located right on a section of a private beach, Sandos Playacar Beach Resort has everything to transform your mood. The highlight of its sprawling campus is a beautiful pathway known as Camino de la Salud (Health Path) where you will find lush greenery and local wildlife. This resort’s wellness facilities include a world-class spa that offers a variety of massages, body/facial treatments, as well as beauty services. A unique offering of this resort is special rituals that incorporate holistic treatments from the world over like Thai treatments. There’s also a hydrotherapy facility.
Sandos Playacar All Inclusive
Address: Paseo Xaman-Ha Manzana 1 Lote 1
3.6 km (2.3 mi) from Xcaret Park
7. Ocean Riviera Paradise, Playa del Carmen (from USD 264)
Featuring a Mediterranean-inspired style, Ocean Riviera Paradise off Playa del Carmen has no dearth of wellness facilities. Five outdoor pools, a world-class fitness centre, and the full-service spa Despacio Spa Centre are the highlights of its amenities. Services available include hot stone/Swedish/Thai massages, as well as a host of beauty services. There are also several treatment therapies like reflexology available. You can avail several facilities such as a sauna, a steam room, and a spa tub.
Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive
Address: Carretera Federal Chetumal Cancun KM 296, Predio Montecarlos Lotes 7, 7-1 y Predio Punta Bete Lote 15-5
13.33 km (8.3 mi) from Xcaret Park
8. UNICO 20°N 87°W - Riviera Maya, Akumal (from USD 1074)
A stay at UNICO 20°N 87°W - Riviera Maya, Akumal will take you away to a place of plush comfort and soothing serenity. The resort has created an experience to melt away all your stress. The all-inclusive resort comes with wellness facilities focused on providing a variety of services. It includes a full fitness centre that features a top-notch gym with services like beachfront classes, personal training services, meditation, and yoga. The resort also has a full-service spa that offers luxury treatments - you can experience their signature treatments as well as beauty rituals inspired by the local cultures. Other amenities include a fully equipped hydrotherapy centre and a sauna.
Unico Hotel Riviera Maya Adults Only
Address: Manzana 22 Carretera Chetumal-Pto Juarez, Km 260 Kantenah
22.32 km (13.9 mi) from Xcaret Park
9. Occidental Cozumel, Cozumel (from USD 246)
Set within a mangrove jungle setting and featuring a private beach, the Occidental Cozumel hotel is the ideal destination you want to switch off from the outside world and indulge in some me-time. The resort has a full spa that offers a host of personalized treatments along with numerous amenities like hot tubs, sauna, and pools. You can also enjoy a variety of treatments of massages such as hot stone massage, aromatherapy, and reflexology.
Occidental Cozumel - All Inclusive
Address: Kilómetro 17.5, Carretera Sur, El Cedral,
25.13 km (15.7 mi) from Xcaret Park
10. Sandos Caracol Eco Resort, Playa del Carmen (from USD 119)
Getting close to nature has been a proven way to destress. At Sandos Caracol Eco Resort, you will find yourself surrounded by a lush tropical jungle that’s filled with local wildlife. Against this soothing backdrop, you can enjoy the varied wellness amenities that are designed to restore your spirits. Explore their eco-activities for exhilarating experiences like kayaking or swimming in a cenote. Or if you are seeking a more relaxed vibe then check out the plethora of wellness amenities available with them. There are yoga sessions, massage sessions, body treatment wraps, and personal fitness sessions. A specialty experience you can take in here is a session at the temazcal which is a Maya sweat lodge where volcanic rocks and medicinal herbs as used for detoxing.
Select Club at Sandos Caracol All Inclusive - Adults Only Area
Address: Carretera Chetumal-Puerto Juarez Km.295.1
12.23 km (7.6 mi) from Xcaret Park
Get back your verve with a wellness vacation
This list of the best wellness retreats in Mexico offers guests the complete package of what they want in a vacation. Most of these are all-inclusive resorts so the use of wellness amenities are included in the cost. So you are free to try out the entire range such as yoga classes and facilities like gyms. However, spa packages are included only in a few resorts.
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