Romantic Getaways in Mexico

Casa Las Tortugas has 21 rooms and suites designed for romance, featuring artisan-made colonial furniture as well as antiques. They have a bohemian-chic feel, roomy double beds, and thatched palapa roofs. Some rooms have views of the pool or spa amenities. Each one has a natural stonewall shower and hand-painted bowl sink plus ecological mosquito repellent and toiletries.

The island is still largely unspoiled, and the hotel is a family project and environmentally conscious. It is situated right on the main beach with exotic fauna, colorful birds, and lush vegetation all around. If you don’t want to swim in the ocean, the hotel also has a spacious pool. Agua, the spa, offers natural body treatments, including options for couples. You can also take a yoga class or dance class on the beachfront yoga pavilion. The Mandarina Beach Club serves Mediterranean food and drinks from the bar under a palapa, and you can lounge in a comfortable sofa. All food is fresh, including fish bought from local fishermen.

Casa Las Tortugas Petit Beach Hotel & SpaCalle Igualdad S/N, Mz.1 Lote 2, 77310 Isla Holbox, Q.R., Mexico, +52 984 875 2129

Perfectly combining the classic culture and colorful traditions of Mexico with modern luxury, the all-Inclusive Villa del Palmar resort is an idyllic getaway destination for couples and families. The resort offers a variety of well-appointed suites, all of which offer luxury amenities, separate lounge areas, full kitchens and luxury bathrooms.

Guests can do as much or as little as they like at the resort – relax on the beach, enjoy a range of fun water sports, play a round of golf or enjoy a pamper session at the spa. Families can enroll their kids in the Family Program to get some much-needed time to relax.

Villa Del Palmar, Islands of Loreto, Ensenada Blanca Loreto, 23880 Loreto, Mexico, +52 613 134 1000

Located 45 minutes from the Puerto Vallerta International Airport, Hotel Villa Amor is an oasis of luxury and beauty featuring 26 oceanfront villas. Overlooking the small fishing village of Sayulita, this resort provides an off-the-beaten-path experience.

The villas are strategically placed so that guests are afforded views of the nearby traditional fishing village of Sayulita, the Pacific and her coastline, and the rainforest covered hillsides. The hotel offers a jungle spa, the outdoor yoga studio, a heated saltwater infinity pool, and an oceanfront bar & restaurant. It is located close to both the village and the beach, making it well placed for many water-oriented activities.

Villa Amor, Sayulita, Nayarit, Mexico, 714-861-9067

UNICO 20° 87° is a luxury adult-only tropical paradise in Quintana Roo, on the Mexican Riviera Maya. Overlooking a sparkling sandy beach and endless ocean, this resort is the ultimate indulgence with private butlers, decks with an ocean view, beautiful hand-made furniture, hot tubs, and all modern conveniences. The seafront villa even has a kitchen, while suites have spacious living rooms.

There are four restaurants, three cafes and bars, a spa, a gym, a pool, and live entertainment. The resort is all-inclusive, the service is fantastic, and you will have a vacation of your life, so don’t feel guilty about leaving the kids at home.

Unico 20° 87° Hotel Riviera Maya, Solidaridad, 77710 Solidaridad, Quintana Roo, Mexico, +52 984 875 7700

Casa Tara Retreat is a peaceful beachfront retreat located within a fishing village in Mexico's Baja Peninsula near La Paz, offering spectacular views of the beautiful La Ventana Bay. The retreat, which is owned and operated by Marcela Ley and Miguel Angel Bravo, is named for the Buddhist bodhisattva deity of the same name, who is believed to have continued to incarnate on earth after reaching enlightenment to help enlighten all souls. 12 lovely boutique-style rooms are available for overnight rental, offering modern amenities such as private patios, air conditioners, and in-room safes. The retreat's facilities have been designed according to Feng Shui principles to maximize visitor comfort and are entirely solar-powered to minimize environmental impact. Amenities include the La Moringa restaurant, which serves up dishes prepared with locally-sourced organic ingredients, and the Kahlal Spa and Wellness center, which offers massage, aromatherapy, and holistic healing treatments. Yoga and meditation courses with award-winning instructors are also offered, along with a pool and beach club.

Corredor Isla Cerralvo S/N, Carretera El Sargento – La Paz, El Sargento, BCS, CP 23232, Mexico, Phone: (+52) 612-114-0476

Playa Azul Resort is perfect for guests who want to go scuba diving, spend time in a spa, or just relax and enjoy the natural beauty of Cozumel, Mexico. The entire property has wireless Internet to help you stay connected. There are a total of 50 accommodations, including 34 rooms with ocean views, eight deluxe suites on the ocean, four suites with ocean views, and four suites with whirlpools on the ocean. Most rooms can sleep up to four people, and all have phones, alarm clocks, coffeemakers, hair dryers, air conditioning, walk-in showers, and safety deposit boxes. Many also have balconies, living rooms, a desk, multiple plasma TVs, sofa chairs, sofa beds, mini-fridges, and whirlpools on the balconies.

Guests at Playa Azul get free green fees at the nearby Cozumel Country Club, making it perfect for golfers. This is the only golf course on Cozumel, and it has 18 holes with various challenges. The Savia Spa has body treatments and massage therapies that were influenced by the Maya. You will find options like sports, prenatal, aromatherapy, deep tissue, Swedish, and holistic massages as well as facials, hot stone therapies, and salon services. The establishment also boasts a free breakfast with a full buffet. There is also the option to make your stay all-inclusive if you prefer or buy your meals separately.

Carr. a San Juan Km. 4, Zona Hotelera Norte, Cozumel, Quintana Roo, +52-987-869-5160

Vivo Resorts offer luxury accommodations in Puerto Escondido, stretching along a beautiful stretch of Mexico's Emerald Coast terrain located near the city's famed downtown marketplaces. Beautifully-appointed guest rooms, suites, and extended stay condos offer luxurious amenities, featuring thoughtful decor and expansive oceanfront views. Guests can enjoy fine modern dining at Ernesto's Farm-to-Table Restaurant or grab craft brews and cocktails at Mezcalina's Sports Bar. The luxurious Senses SPA by Elaina offers high-quality treatments, while its infinity beachfront swimming pool features an intimate poolside bar. Other amenities include a business center, a library, a kids' club, and shuttle service to many of Puerto Escondido's top tourist sites.

Puerto Escondido, Oax., Mexico, Phone: +52 954 582 0271

Hotel Akumal Caribe was the very first resort plus beach club in Akumal. It is situated on one of the calm bays of the Riviera Maya, just a quick trip from Cancun. There are a wide range of room types to choose form, including Beachfront Hotel rooms, Beachfront Corner Rooms with a view, Bungalows (some of which are right next to the spa), Premium Bungalow Rooms, condos, and numerous options in several villas.

The basic Beachfront Hotel has 21 rooms that face the main bay and pool. Each has a balcony, king or two double beds, air conditioning, mini-fridges, ceiling fans, coffeemakers, and wireless Internet. Some rooms also have bathrobes, kitchenettes, day beds, a full kitchen, a CD player, TV with DVD player, blender, and lounge chairs. Condos have even more amenities and space, including multiple bedrooms and bathrooms plus a living/dining room.

Right in front of the hotel, you will find white sandy beaches with bright blue water. You may even see dolphins or sea turtles. The property has wireless Internet throughout, a swimming pool, purified drinking water, beach towels, and on-site parking. The on-site restaurant Lol-Ha serves breakfast and dinner, and you can enjoy lunch at the Beach Bar.

HWY 307, Km 104, Carretera Cancun-Tulum, Akumal, Quintana Roo, US: 800-351-1622 | MX: 800-343-1440

Casa Lucila Hotel Boutique is a gorgeous designer hotel within Mazatlan's historic quarter, offering stunning oceanfront views and a wide range of upscale guest amenities. The hotel, which was opened in 2007 after two years of extensive renovation, is named in honor of owner Conchita Valades' mother and showcases eight hotel rooms named and designed for each of Valades' sisters. Each room features unique elegant decor and top modern amenities, including private bathrooms, flat screen televisions, and complimentary wireless internet. Some upgraded rooms feature private oceanfront terraces and direct access to the hotel's beautiful infinity pool. Guests can enjoy traditional Mexican and Sinaloan cuisine at the hotel's Lucila's Restaurant or receive treatments at the Piccolino Spa, which offers up a full menu of massages and wellness services.

Avenida Olas Altas 16, Centro, 82000 Mazatlán, Sin., Mexico, Phone: +52 669 982 1100

Hotel Mar De Cortez sits inside a colonial-style building right in downtown Cabo. There are 88 rooms, each of which has air conditioning. You can choose from a Garden View Room with a queen and a double bed, a Terrace Room with a queen and a twin, a King Suite with a king and two twins, a 2+2 Suite with two doubles and two twins, or a Standard Room. The Standard Room can have two doubles, a king, a combination of a double and twin, or a combination of a queen and a twin.

All rooms have air conditioning, wireless Internet, toiletries, and access to free beach towels. You can also request a mini-fridge. Some rooms also have private patios or balconies, sitting areas, and extra-large showers. Guests can relax in the swimming pool or take advantage of the free wireless Internet. You can enjoy breakfast or lunch at the on-site restaurant and bar, El Cortez. An all-American breakfast is complimentary depending on how you book. There is also a sports bar with happy hour and a TV.

Lazaro Cardenas #140, Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, US: 831-663-5803 | MX: +52-624-143-0032