Spa Experience: Awe Spa, Playacar Palace, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Playacar Palace is located at the southern edge of Playa del Carmen, conveniently positioned within walking distance to all the attractions in the central area of this popular destination. With its beachfront location, guests can enjoy long stretches of white sands alongside the community of Playacar and views across the water to Cozumel island.
Okom Spa, The Reef 28 Playa del Carmen, Mexico
The Reef 28 Resort is located just steps from the lively and bustling Quinta Avenida in the heart of Playa del Carmen on Calle 28 near to the infamous Mamitas Beach. It Offers guests an option of all-inclusive or European plan for those who are looking for experiencing life in downtown ‘Playa’.
Banyan Tree Mayakoba, Riviera Maya, Mexico
The beautiful resort of Banyan Tree Mayakoba sits just north of Playa del Carmen and offers an authentic Asian experience to its guests, right here in Mexico. Luxury suites and a variety of restaurants await guests in addition to the stunning and well equipped Banyan Tree Spa. Like the sacred tree, Banyan Tree Spa aims to offer guests a sanctuary for the senses where physical, mental and spiritual renewal can take place.
The impressive private ‘Rainforest hydrothermal circuit’ at Banyan Tree Mayakoba comprises a cascading rain shower walk over a foot-stimulating pebbled floor, aroma steam, sauna, hamam with body and hair masks, invigorating experience showers, an ice fountain and brine cavern. Enjoy these before finishing up in the vitality pool with strong hydrotherapy jets and hot Jacuzzis to work on muscle tension.
Naum Spa, Andaz Mayakoba
Andaz Mayakoba, by Hyatt Hotels, is located just north of Playa del Carmen in the exclusive gated Mayakoba Resort complex. Offering 214 guest rooms, mangrove lined lagoons and tropical jungle foliage provide the backdrop for dining, relaxing or engaging in wellness activities such as walking, jogging or biking the nature trails in addition to bird watching, yoga and swimming.
Embracing local culture, Andaz Mayakoba features large painted murals by Senkoe, an artist hailing from Playa del Carmen whose popular and colorful creations have gained international recognition. Beautiful tropical birds, sea creatures and jungle cats adorn the sides of the buildings, bringing life to the surroundings.
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Spa Review: Mahekal Beach Resort, Mexico
The Mahekal Beach Resort is located in the town of Playa del Carmen, just steps from the north end of its famous 5th avenue. With 800 feet of beachfront and 196 guest rooms, including individual Palapa style bungalows and premium suites just steps from the water’s edge, the Mayan inspired, Revive Spa at Mahekal Beach Resort is set among lush tropical gardens of the resort. The spa offers a variety of experiences such as body wraps, exfoliations, facials, massages, couples journeys and signature treatments in addition to beauty services and yoga classes. Treatments at Revive Spa incorporate native Mayan culture and indigenous homegrown ingredients like medicinal herbs, aloe and copal incense. Revive Spa is laid out in a round configuration imitating the philosophy of the Mayans.
Encompassing 2,500 square feet, guests are soothed with the sounds of water and wind chimes. Bohemian gypsy designs create a welcoming ambience infused with colorful Mexican accents, antique wood furniture, subtle lighting, louvered windows and a palapa style roof. Above the central elevated platform is a fiber optic lit ceiling, reminiscent of glowing stars, that guests can enjoy as they relax, pre or post treatment in the warm Jacuzzi.