Mexico Honeymoon Vacations

1. Hacienda Encantada Resort & Spa

Perched high above the azure waters of the Sea of Cortez, Hacienda Encantada Resort & Spa is luxurious award-winning resort. Surrounded by the beauty of both the desert and the ocean in the Cabo San Lucas area, this 4-Diamond retreat promises an unforgettable vacation experience. A classic blend of traditional Mexican architecture, style and culture with state-of-the-art conveniences creates comfortable and luxurious accommodation in the form of suites and villas.

Suites are bright and airy with modern amenities, while Hacienda-style villas enjoy multi-rooms, private terraces and luxury amenities, such as whirlpools. Home to some of the best restaurants in Cabo, guests can enjoy an amazing culinary experience at three Mexican-inspired gourmet restaurants, two casual, laid-back eateries and stylish pool bars around the resort. Miles of golden sands and gin-clear waters make for an ideal watersports location.

Enjoy snorkeling, diving, fishing and sailing, as well as golf, nature encounters, adventure tours and world-class shopping in Cabo.

Carretera Transpeninsular Km 7.3 Corredor Turistico, 23410 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico, Phone: +52 624 163 5550

2. Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya

Located right on the sugar-white sands of Akumal Beach, in the heart of the Riviera Maya, Secrets Akumal resort is an idyllic honeymoon destination. Not only will you enjoy an unparalleled location with warm tropical waters, you will also experience exceptional service and luxuriously appointed rooms and suites. All the rooms boast romantic double hot tubs and private balconies. Nine stylish restaurants and 7 bars will ensure you never need to dine twice in the same place. Honeymooners can also enjoy special private beach dinners. Secrets Akumal is a fully inclusive resort so there will be no nasty surprises on the bill.

Secrets Akumal, Carretera Federal 307, Akumal 77760, O.R. Mexico, +52 984 875 7600

3. Casa de los Suenos

Escape to Isla Mujeres and Casa de los Suenos, a boutique luxury hotel in Mexico which has just eight guest rooms and an intimate spa. Isla Mujeres is a small island near Cancun where vacation activities include swimming, kayaking, biking, snorkeling and fishing. The spa offers traditional and innovative spa treatments. Book a Swedish Massage (from $89 for 50 minutes), or try Cromotherapy ($50 for 50 minutes) which utilizes aromatic oils to refresh and relax the body and the mind. Yoga is offered at the hotel three days a week indoors or outdoors with open ocean views (from $40). The ten guest rooms, suites and the Presidential Suite are individually decorated and offer ocean views from the terrace. Fly to Cancun airport in Mexico. From there, take a taxi to Puerto Juarez (about 45 minutes), and then a boat to Isla Mujeres (a 20-minute boat ride). If you are renting a car, drive to Punta Sam and take the Car Ferry to Isla Mujeres (a 45-minute ride).

4. Diamante Cabo San Lucas

Diamante Cabo San Lucas is set against a backdrop of beautiful Baja landscapes, Pacific coastline and the verdant rolling greens of two championship golf courses, one designed by Davis Love III and the other by Tiger Woods. Exquisitely appointed Hacienda-style accommodation in the form of casitas, condominiums, estates, and golf course villas feature superb layouts and superior facilities such as infinity swimming pools, indoor/outdoor showers, private pool terraces with fire pits, outdoor grills, and multi-car garages. Award-winning chefs conjure up culinary delights in the comfort of your villa or at one of the many restaurants dotted around the estate. Guests have access to world-class golf courses, as well as an array of facilities and vacation activities at The Resort at Diamante. Enjoy the 10-acre saltwater Crystal Lagoon for swimming, paddling and kayaking, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an exclusive spa with three individual spa suites and one couple’s spa suite, and fishing and horseback riding along Diamante Beach.

5. Rosewood Mayakoba

Rosewood Mayakoba is a luxury beachfront vacation getaway on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. The resort is set on a stretch of white sandy beach, overlooking the Caribbean Sea. This all-suite resort offers 128 luxury suites that combine modern design and indigenous materials. The suites are crafted from indigenous materials, including limestone and wood. Rooftop sundecks and large terraces are perfect for enjoying the tropical sun. Ask for a bathroom with an outdoor shower for extra relaxation. The suites feature refreshing plunge pools as well. Guests have access to the signature Greg Norman 7,000-yard, 18-hole golf course, El Camaleon. The course has a diverse layout, varied landscape and features an environmentally inspired design with scenic views of the sea. The golf scool offers state-of-the-art technology, a 350-yard double-sided tee, short game facility and a 40-yard wide putting green. The spa has 12 treatment rooms, Island Suites, therapeutic lounging pools and a fitness center. Spa facilities includes a heated pool for swimming, saunas for detox, a relaxing tub, plunge pool to cool off and plush relaxation lounges. Take yoga and meditation classes to find your inner zen. The juice bar serves refreshing and healthy drinks.

6. The Westin in Banderas Bay, Puerto Vallarta

The Westin in Banderas Bay, Puerto Vallarta is an oceanfront getaway that overlooks Banderas Bay in Mexico. Set on 21 acres, the resort has four pools surrounded by 600 palm trees, lush gardens and a sandy shore with wooden pergolas. A stay at this unique property is not complete without a visit to its luxurious spa; an oceanfront massage in a hut on the beach is a special treat. Guests can work out in the gym, hire a personal trainer and play tennis. Visit Puerto Vallarta for shopping, restaurants and nightlife. The 279 guest rooms and suites come with a private balcony, the signature Westin bed and scenic views of the Pacific Ocean. If you are planning a romantic trip, book one of the Grand Deluxe rooms with an outdoor tub, or splurge on a spacious honeymoon suite.

Choose from restaurants serving Mexican cuisine, sushi and casual meals, or order room service 24 hours per day. The Nikki Beach Club offers beautiful sunset views. From November to March, plan a whale watching getaway at the Westin Puerto Vallarta in Mexico. Humpback Whales visit Banderas Bay every year on their search for warmer waters in the winter. Visitors can see the animals right from the beach, or take a boat tour. You may also see turtles, dolphins and other marine life. The property is conveniently located 5 minutes from the airport.

7. Banyan Tree Cabo Marques

Set on a cliff overlooking the ocean, the luxury accommodations at Banyan Tree Cabo Marques in Acapulco offer stunning views of the Pacific. Ideal for couples looking for plenty of space, incredible romantic sunsets and five star service, the accommodations offer privacy and stylish decor. For the most dramatic views of the Mexican coastline, ask for an Oceanfront Pool Villa with a view of the Pacific Ocean. Each has a private outdoor heated pool from which you can watch the ocean. Order room service and relax in the spacious bedroom, and take a soothing bath in the luxurious bathroom with a separate tub and shower. Floor to ceiling windows reveal magnificent views of the coastline.

Banyan Tree Spa offers magnificent views of the ocean. You can book an outdoor massage and enjoy some of the best water views. A rich menu of healing therapies is available at this world-class spa. Therapists undergo formal training at Academies in Phuket in Thailand or Lijiang in China. Amenities include plush furnishings, plasma TV, wireless internet connection, IDD telephone and air-conditioning.