Activities
Vibe & Play
Beach Days, Jungle Rhythms
From sunrise yoga and Technogym training to beach volleyball, sailing, reef snorkeling and quiet swims on Xpu-Ha’s turquoise shore, days unfold between sea and jungle. Venture farther for cenotes, Maya ruins, turtle bays, dolphin encounters, marina charters and Riviera Maya adventure parks—then return to a beachfront estate made for unhurried, restorative play.
INCLUDEDSunrise Yoga
Begin the morning with the resort’s scheduled 8–9 am yoga session, held as part of the on-site wellness offering.
INCLUDEDFitness Classes
Join on-site fitness classes designed to keep your Riviera Maya routine active between beach time and spa moments.
INCLUDEDTechnogym Training
Train independently in the gym, equipped with Technogym equipment and open extended daily hours for flexible workouts.
INCLUDEDBeach Volleyball
Gather on the sand for a lively match of beach volleyball, an easygoing way to play right by the Caribbean.
INCLUDEDSailboat Outing
Take advantage of the sailboat on site and head out on the calm waters off Xpu-Ha’s protected cove.
INCLUDEDPaddleboarding Cenote
Paddle the estate’s own freshwater cenote, a rare on-property setting where manatees have been sighted.
INCLUDEDPool Swimming
Cool off with a swim in the resort’s outdoor pools, including ocean-view heated pools and family-friendly swimming areas.
ADDITIONAL FEEChildren’s Club
Let younger guests enjoy organized children’s club time while parents relax, train or head to the beach.
ADDITIONAL FEEMayan Spa Ritual
Book a Mayan-inspired spa ritual using local herbs, plants, oils, spices and honey prepared in the spa’s organic kitchen.
INCLUDEDTemazcal Sweat Lodge
Experience the spa’s traditional Temazcal sweat lodge, part of a wellness circuit that also includes thermal and hydrotherapy spaces.
ADDITIONAL FEECouples Spa Ritual
Share a couples’ treatment in one of the spa’s treatment rooms, including rituals with fresh fruit, honey and botanical ingredients.
ADDITIONAL FEEHydrotherapy Circuit
Move between steam rooms, infrared sauna, ice chamber, Swiss showers, cold plunge and hydromassage features at the spa.
INCLUDEDXpu-Ha Beach Swimming
Swim from the resort’s doorstep in calm, turquoise water along Xpu-Ha’s broad, rarely crowded white-sand beach.
INCLUDEDTurtle Nesting Watching
In season, watch sea turtles come ashore to nest on Xpu-Ha beach, a known nesting site directly by the hotel.
INCLUDEDOffshore Reef Snorkeling
Snorkel the reef sanctuary just steps off the hotel’s beach, one of the easiest sea adventures from the property.
ADDITIONAL FEEScuba Reef Diving
Dive the Riviera Maya coastline near the hotel, known for reef diving and snorkeling along the Caribbean shore.
ADDITIONAL FEETulum Ruins Tour
Visit the cliffside Maya archaeological site at Tulum, about a 30-minute drive south of the hotel.
ADDITIONAL FEELagoon Snorkel Park
Spend the day snorkeling through a lagoon-style natural park among mangroves, roughly 30 minutes from the hotel by car.
INCLUDEDDolphin Swim Encounter
Book a dolphin encounter at a Riviera Maya facility about a 10-minute drive from the resort.
ADDITIONAL FEEFifth Avenue Stroll
Head to Playa del Carmen for a walk along Fifth Avenue, known for shops, restaurants and nightlife 15–20 minutes away by car.
ADDITIONAL FEEAkumal Turtle Snorkeling
Snorkel at Akumal Beach, a famous sea-turtle bay roughly 10 miles from the hotel.
ADDITIONAL FEECenote Azul Swimming
Swim in the freshwater pools of Cenote Azul, one of the closest natural attractions to the hotel.
ADDITIONAL FEECenote Cristalino Swimming
Take a short walk to Cenote Cristalino for a refreshing swim in clear roadside cenote water.
ADDITIONAL FEEAdventure Park Ziplining
Spend the day at a nearby adventure park with zip-lines, underground rafting and cenotes, especially suited to active families.
ADDITIONAL FEEGran Cenote Snorkeling
Snorkel Gran Cenote near Tulum, known for clear water, dramatic stalactites and stalagmites, and resident turtles.
ADDITIONAL FEECenote Eco-Park
Explore a nearby cenote eco-park just a short drive from the hotel for swimming, nature trails and underground-water scenery.
ADDITIONAL FEEMarina Boat Charter
Depart from Puerto Aventuras Marina, about a 10-minute drive away, for boat trips and private charters along the coast.
ADDITIONAL FEEChikin Ha Walk
Walk through Chikin Ha Natural Park, a nearby natural area with cenotes roughly 25 minutes from the hotel on foot.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Activities FAQs
What activities and entertainment options does Hotel Esencia offer guests?
Hotel Esencia blends on-site leisure with easy access to the Riviera Maya's best outdoor adventures. Guests can enjoy beach volleyball, two outdoor swimming pools, fitness classes, and water sports equipment right on the property's private stretch of Xpu-Ha Beach, plus easy tours and ticket assistance for nearby cenotes, reefs, and Maya ruins.
Is Hotel Esencia a family-friendly resort or an adults-only property?
Hotel Esencia is a luxury family-friendly resort, welcoming travelers of all ages while also offering an adults-only pool alongside a separate heated family pool, so couples and families can each find their own kind of relaxation at Hotel Esencia.
Does Hotel Esencia offer childcare or activities for kids?
Yes, Hotel Esencia provides a children's club available for a surcharge as well as babysitting or childcare services (surcharge), making it easy for families staying at Hotel Esencia to enjoy time together or apart as needed.
Can guests swim and relax by the pool at Hotel Esencia?
Absolutely — Hotel Esencia features two outdoor swimming pools, complete with pool umbrellas, comfortable outdoor furniture, and a hot tub, giving guests at Hotel Esencia plenty of ways to unwind in the Riviera Maya sun.
What beach activities are available right at Hotel Esencia?
Hotel Esencia sits directly on Xpu-Ha Beach, a roughly two-mile stretch of calm, turquoise, rarely-crowded sand. Guests can enjoy swimming, use of a free beach club, water sports equipment, and even sea turtle nesting watching in season, all just steps from the resort.
Can guests go snorkeling or diving near Hotel Esencia?
Yes, Hotel Esencia is known for a reef sanctuary just offshore, ideal for a short snorkel outing, and the surrounding Riviera Maya coastline offers excellent scuba diving and snorkeling nearby for guests wanting to explore beyond the beach.
Are Maya ruins and cultural sites accessible from Hotel Esencia?
Guests staying at Hotel Esencia can arrange a visit to the cliffside Tulum Maya archaeological site, about a 30-minute drive south, making it an easy and popular day trip from Hotel Esencia.
What cenote and eco-park excursions can be booked from Hotel Esencia?
The area around Hotel Esencia is dotted with freshwater cenotes and eco-parks perfect for swimming and snorkeling, including a cenote about a 16-minute walk away, another just a few minutes' walk, and a nearby eco-archaeological theme park reachable by car — all easily arranged through the hotel's tours and ticket assistance.
Can Hotel Esencia arrange transportation for off-site activities and excursions?
Yes, Hotel Esencia offers airport transportation, cruise and ferry terminal shuttles, and theme park shuttle service, all available for a surcharge, so guests can easily explore attractions like nearby Maya ruins, snorkeling lagoons, and dolphin encounters beyond the resort.
Does Hotel Esencia offer fitness and wellness activities on site?
Hotel Esencia provides fitness classes on site along with access to a well-equipped gym, giving guests a balanced mix of active pursuits and relaxation during their stay at Hotel Esencia.