A private villa with the run of Hotel Esencia between Playa del Carmen and Tulum.
Hotel Esencia is one of the world’s great hideaways, occupying a pristine stretch of beach in the Riviera Maya. The property was originally built as a private home for the Italian Duchess Rosa di Ferrari. Today, the estate occupies 50 acres of landscaped garden and lush tropical jungle, with 38 suites and three villas, one of which, is La Mansion.
La Mansion is a standalone four-bedroom villa, set back in its own private world but less than five minutes’ walk from the beach, restaurants, spa, gym, and hotel facilities. Spread across four levels, it has three swimming pools, generous indoor and outdoor living spaces, en-suite bedrooms with separate entrances, a private screening room, and a rooftop terrace with 360-degree views over the jungle canopy and Caribbean Sea.
What we love about La Mansion
- The sense of privacy, while still being part of the Hotel Esencia estate.
- Three pools, including one on the rooftop terrace with views over the treetops and out to sea.
- A private cinema for up to 20 guests.
- Access to Hotel Esencia’s beach, restaurants, spa, gym, tennis court, and wider facilities.
- The blend of mid-century furnishings with a mix of classic pieces, Mexican crafts and originals by Pablo Picasso and Le Corbusier from owner Kevin Wendle’s private art collection.
Days here can be as relaxed or as full as you like.
Stay close to the villa for long mornings by the pool, lunch on the terrace, time in the private fitness studio, or an evening in the cinema room. Wander down to the beach and spend the day between the sand, sea, and Hotel Esencia’s restaurants, or book time at the spa after a swim.
The wider estate gives you plenty of space without needing to leave the property. Play tennis, head to the gym, move between the hotel’s restaurants, or use the villa as a private gathering place for meals prepared in the kitchen. The rooftop terrace is the place for sunset drinks, open-air dinners, and late evenings above the treetops.
For those who want to explore further, the concierge can arrange local experiences along the Riviera Maya, from nearby cenotes and beaches to the archaeological sites at Tulum or Chichén Itzá. The hotel’s helicopter landing pad is just a few steps from the villa, giving another option for longer excursions.
When to Travel
December to April
The best time to visit the Riviera Maya is during the winter months, from December to April, when it is less humid and more mild. This period offers pleasant conditions for enjoying the beach and outdoor activities.
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