The Mayan Riviera The best of the Mexican Caribbean

Map of Riviera Maya This beautiful coast line extends 89 miles, and Playa del Carmen is in the heart of it all.

Xpu Ha Beach Once a sleepy fishing village, Playa del Carmen has some of the most pristine beaches in the world.

Ancient temples, white sand beaches, and the longest barrier reef in the Western hemisphere are just a few of the wonders that await you in the Mayan Riviera. Unlike the high-rise hustle and bustle in nearby Cancun, Playa del Carmen is a cultural treasure made up of small, independent communities that are still laid-back and exisit in harmony with nature.

Uniquely situated in the midst of the Mayan Riviera's greatest attractions, Playa del Carmen is fast becoming the number one tourist destination for this region. Visiting the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum takes you back many thousands of years to a mysterious civiliazation whose descendants still inhabit the area, many of whom work with the tourism industry contributing to the success of the area.

For adventuresome travelers, openings in the earth's surface known as cenotes, provide access to a complex, underground river system said to be the largest of its kind in the world and some of life's best snorkeling.

Of course you will find all of the traditional Mexican vacation pleasures, such as amazing food and drink (most notably tequila). Horseback riding, fishing, late-night discos, windsurfing, and day trips are all excellent ways to spend your time here.

And, once you've had your day's fill of the best the Mexican Caribbean has to offer, come back to our 5 star resort and relax in our brand new, modern spa, which captures the spirit of the Mayan ruins. Maybe take the day off from exploring and play a few holes of golf. We're located on the 10th hole of the world-class Playacar Gold golf course, which has been carved out of the lush foliage of the Yucatan Peninsula.

Great Maya Reef

Ruins at Tulum

• Massage Therapies
• Phototherapies
• Facial Therapies
• Bodywraps
• Paraffin Treatments
• Hydrotherapies
• Fitness Services
• Spiritual Therapies
• Aqua Fitness
• Beauty Salon

Styled after the Tulum ruins near Playa del Carmen our luxurious day spa. Vida Real Spa offers a wide range of massages, face therapies, bodywraps, phototherapy, and paraffin treatments. Our services are designed especially for your rest and in the highest quality standards. We offer three pampering floors of health and wellness. Should you desire, we also offer VIP suites. Learn more about our other amenities at Hacienda Vista Real, or reserve your room today!

Top: In the style of the Old Roman Empire, our Turkish bath refreshes your body with tranquil water while decontaminating your body.

Above: Vida Real Spa's front entrance is inspired by the Mayan architectural tradition of an ascedning staircase into the temple.