Playa Escondida is tucked away in a secluded jungle-like area outside Sayulita, with a private beach, beach bar, infiniti pool (and jacuzzi) overlooking the ocean, a small restaurant, spa, and features round stone huts with thatched roofs – each one a superb oceanview. Needless to say I was more than thrilled about spending a night at the hotel!

My stay began with a lovely girl from guest services taking me to my incredibly AWESOME room, which like all of the rooms, had a fabulous ocean view. Like, I walked into my room and I could hear, and SEE THE OCEAN from inside my room, from outside on my nice big balcony, and while standing in the shower because the bathroom was outside and had an awesome view too.

My Room

King size bed for one overlooking the ocean? Yes, please!

I spent almost an hour having a shower and staring at the ocean…

Lounging on the balcony is encouraged at Playa Escondida

Now THIS is a fabulous work space!

As much as I wanted to stay in my room and laying on every surface while listening to the ocean, I didn’t. Instead I opted to check out the rest of the property – which made me want to stay there, for like ever!

The Beach Bar

The first stop was the beach bar (naturally) where I was introduced to Juan (one of the bartenders), who poured me a couple margaritas, and had me laughing non-stop.

I want to take Juan when I travel, he’s hilarious. Plus, he makes a delicious margarita!

Anytime is Margarita time, right?!

Private Beach at Playa Escondida

Yeah, the beach bar and private beach did not suck. Nope. Not at all. Once again I wanted to lay on every single surface, but I forced myself to walk away and check out the hotel’s restaurant, infiniti pool, and spa. All of which were equally gorgeous.

The Spa

Infiniti pool at Playa Escondida

Massage Huts at Playa Escondida

View from a massage table at Playa Escondida

The draw of Playa Escondida is the fact that the hotel is secluded, away from the tourists, surfers, and public areas of Sayulita. Cell phones don’t work at the hotel, but there is free wifi for guests. The rooms don’t have phones, or a TV. After all, if you stay with a hotel like Playa Escondida and spend your time watching TV – instead of enjoying the beach, hiking, having a massage, or lounging – then you may as well stay home. Seriously. Hotels like Playa Escondida are meant to instill calmness and serenity. It’s a place where you can feel rejuvenated. Refreshed.

Beaches, Bars, and Sunsets

After touring the hotel my day was spend walking on the beach, and sitting in the bar watching the sun set, enjoying a Michelada and Camaromes al Agua Chile (shrimp, cucumber, and avocado in a spicy broth), and then walking down a tiny path to the restaurant for a dinner of Lobster Ravioli and Brushcetta. Yeah, I still drool when I think of the food.

Camarones al Agua Chile

Sunset at Playa Escondida

The waiters at the restaurant were absolutely delightful

As you may have guessed, I LOVED my time at Playa Escondida. The hotel was a great place to relax and refresh – even though the ocean kept me up at night. Yes, it was THAT loud! I can’t complain though as I would have gladly stayed in bed all day, just so I could listen to it.

Disclosure: I’d like to thank Playa Escondida, their amazing staff, and Hoteles Boutique de México for hosting me. If you’re planning a trip to Mexico and enjoy staying in boutique hotels, check out Hoteles Boutique de México for great recommendations throughout the country.