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La Casa de la Playa will change the way you think about luxury.
The beachfront property at La Casa de la Playa with overhanging infinity pool.Credit:Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure
If thats the luxury dream, La Casa de la Playa is the reality.
Being a Casa de la Playa guest feels like being given the key to Xcaret City.
The resorts feeling of privacy also stands out, and we were told its one of guests favorite features.
Interior of a guest room suite at La Casa de la Playa.Frank Lynen/Courtesy of La Casa de la Playa
Even near capacity, we rarely crossed paths with other guests outside of a passing greeting or at meals.
Heres what its like to stay.
Double-height ceilings make the space even bigger, and top-floor rooms feature gorgeous arched natural brickwork.
A guest room plunge pool at La Casa de la Playa.Frank Lynen/Courtesy of La Casa de la Playa
Double-layered blackout curtains, lights, and temperature are all controlled via wall touch panels.
All suites come with bicycle rentals.
The Riviera-Rio brothers are the talented siblings behind the two-in-one restaurants Lumbre and Centli.
Interior of Estero restaurant at La Casa de la Playa.CESAR BEJAR/Courtesy of La Casa de la Playa
Fill up on handmade tortillas, flautas, tacos, and tamales alongside fresh vegetables and delectable proteins.
Chef Martha Ortiz imparts a feminine touch on classic Mexican dishes at Tuch de Luna.
Her unique pink mole is a must, and vegetarian options are plentiful.
A guest enjoying the infinity pool at La Casa de la Playa.Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure
Drinks are excellent all around.
Bars are stocked with top-shelf liquor brands, Coca-Cola products, and Coronas.
Both places have padded loungers, day beds, bar service, and gorgeous ocean views.
The wine cave at La Casa de la Playa.CESAR BEJAR/Courtesy of La Casa de la Playa
Contemporary leaf-shaped wicker loungers and a hanging daybed are prime spots to laze at the main pool.
A few floors up on the roof, two sports courts wait to host challengers.
Guests also get a nightly DIY cocktail amenity and can order any drink they fancy from room service.
Flamingos at Xcaret Park where alll guests can go to the for free.Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure
(I highly recommend the wine tasting, which takes you through six Mexican wine regions.)
A private guided tour through a newly discovered underwater cave thats not open to the public?
A romantic dinner in a cenote with live jazz?
A spa treatment room at La Casa de la Playa.CESAR BEJAR/Courtesy of La Casa de la Playa
Which night works best?
Participating in a sacred Mayan purification ritual after hours in Xel-Ha?
Prepare to be renewed.
This leaves the spa to do what it does best: pamper.
Spaces like the 24-hour chocolatiers, boutique, rooftop pool area, and beach are not fully wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability is at the core of La Casa de la Playas design.
The approach goes beyond eco-friendliness to cover local culture, people, and economies.
The Location
La Casa de la Playa is located on a slight stretch of natural coastline.
Its 42 miles south ofthe Yucatans Cancun International Airport and 7.5 miles fromRiviera Mayas Playa del Carmen.
All areas on the La Casa de la Playa property are gated, guarded, and private.
You cant even purchase them.
And dont worry; youre not completely locked in until 24 hours before the activity.
