October Splurge @ Hotel Esencia, Mexico

October splurge: $500 resort credit with any new booking 3 nights or more during October.

Just south of Playa del Carmen, before you reach Tulum’s now-crowded hotel strip, you’ll find the under-the-radar Hotel Esencia. Previously home to an Italian duchess, the property enjoyed a renovation in 2014 and today offers just 29 suites and villas to in-the-know guests. There’s plenty to do with cenotes and Mayan ruins nearby, plus a turtle sanctuary reef just feet from the hotel’s beach. However, you won’t want to miss its gorgeous, customized spa treatments and cold-pressed juice bar—nor its equally excellent margaritas. – Vogue #DDHRM #HotelEsencia #tulum #mexico #spavacation #eat #drink #spa