The uncompromising excellence that defines La Casa de la Playa can be found in its culinary offerings as well.
There’s also a library with plush seating and a thoughtful selection of books. You’re also encouraged to swing by at any time and help yourself to a bottle or two during your stay (you’ll find a worthy selection waiting for you inside your suite as well). Perhaps you are a wine lover? You’ll want to visit the Cava, where Sommelier Pavem Martinez can walk you through the 25 Mexican wineries (that translates to roughly 275 bottles) with a wine tasting or wine pairing dinner. This is a good time to mention that La Casa de la Playa is an all-inclusive resort, meaning, one is able to wander into either of these spots (open 24/7) and help oneself to some of the best chocolate and tequila in the world. Craving a drink? The Bodega showcases an impressive collection of tequila and mezcal.
Head to the “Chocolateria,” or chocolate shop, overflowing with master chocolatier Mao Montiele’s mouth-watering assortment of bonbons, paletas (Mexican ice pops) and churros with hot chocolate, all a tribute to one of the Mayan’s most valued treasures: cacao. One of the resort’s signature stamps is the celebration and pride in all things Mexico, visible by the offerings found along this path. Stroll along the lush passageway where you’ll find various venues seemingly built out of the cliff side, showcasing Quintana’s eco-integrated style. I recommend exploring the property fully before heading to your suite because once in it, it is quite possible you may never want to leave. Powerful underwater speakers ensure that when you dive underneath, you’ll still be able to enjoy the Latin music coaxing sunbathers into vacation mode. The Rooftop Pool, on the top floor as the name implies, has clear glass walls on one end and plenty of places to lean over the infinity pool’s edge to take in the breathtaking view. A large porthole built on the floor at the far end allows curious swimmers to peek at the crashing rocks below. Let’s begin with the main swimming pool, a 40-meter infinity marvel which appears to magically jut out over the Caribbean below. Designed by renowned Mexican architect David Quintana, La Casa de la Playa (which translates to “the beach house”) is both a functional work of art and a tribute to the mesmerizing environment it encompasses. Grupo Xcaret invested $85 million in creating the adults-only property (opened December 2021) and from the minute you arrive, it shows. From there, you’ll be escorted to a comfortable Mercedes-Benz van or Tesla (the vehicle of choice on the environmentally friendly property) for an hour-long ride deep into the Mayan jungle at the edge of one of the most iconic beaches in the world, or as we like to refer to it: paradise. While it’s easy to feel overwhelmed upon exiting the airport to hordes of people waving signs from hotels and taxis, you’ll find the friendly entourage of Grupo Xcaret (the famed hospitality group behind multiple successful ventures, including this new luxury boutique hotel) sporting flamingo pink shirts - made by Mexican designer Carla Fernández - easy to spot among the crowd. A quick flight from South Florida to Cancun begins this transformative journey.
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