Mosquito Blue

Mosquito Blue hotel is situated in Playa del Carmen; the eastern coast of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula fronts the Caribbean, and it is the beaches above all that define this area—soft, binding white strands of sand embracing clear turquoise waters; shorelines that curve into calm lagoons; waves that crash against cliffs; mangrove swamps with minuscule islands where only the birds hold sway alongside freshwater cenotes.

Offshore, a magnificent coral reef teems with marine life swimming lazily among the shipwrecks and relics left by pirates; while inland, savannah gives way to wetland and scrubby limestone terrain to jungle; the flora and fauna varying with each setting.

All this makes the Caribbean Coast, which borders Mexico’s state of Quintana Roo, a marvelous place for lovers of the outdoors.

At Mosquito Blue, refined elegance and savage grace coexist in an exquisite setting of private beauty. Mosquito Blue has luxury and pampering, reaching out with special touches that are the hallmark of hospitality.

Although Mosquito Blue is not directly on the beach, the location is hard to beat. Mosquito Blue is located on the busy and pedestrian only Avenida 5. The beach is also just 100 yards away where Mosquito Blue has its own private beach club. Despite the proximity to these attractions, the hotel itself is extremely quiet. Cancun international airport is 45 miles away.

Expansive and richly appointed, all rooms have marble showers and floors. Embodying the architectural heritage of Mexico, these rooms offer rich amenities in a spacious yet intimate setting. Beautiful carved mahogany beds are the hallmark of the hotel and some rooms also feature chests and crafted coffee tables. Contrasting with these traditional and ethnic touches are high-tech temperature control systems, modern up lighters and sponged walls in yellow and blue—the signature Mosquito Blue colors.

The serenely elegant Spa Itzá is located directly adjacent to the hotel in a secluded garden. Guests begin their spa journey by crossing into the threshold and emerging in a lush garden surrounding a stone sculpture inspired by the Temple of the Sun in the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itzá.

Beautifully designed with the full spectrum of modern amenities to promote health, relaxation and rejuvenation, the 4,000 square foot spa’s atmosphere is one of serene sensuality. The ground floor features pedicure stations and the Organic Tea and Oxygen Bar; welcoming spa guests with regionally harvested fruit and herbal infusions and aroma-therapeutic oxygen.

Moving upward, the first level is dedicated to manipulation of the body to promote healing on a cellular level. Specialty massage environments have been designed to compliment the nuances of the world-class massage techniques that are offered including Shiatsu, Deep Tissue, Hot Rock, Tandem and “Four Hands” massage with two therapists working in synchronicity.

The second level continues the theme of healing through water vis-à-vis immersion. Guests can take advantage of the Sensory Floatation Room specially designed hydro-tub and Mayan Bath and a custom-designed Vichy shower that targets the seven charkas with pressurized water jets in conjunction with mud and algae treatments.

The rooftop level opens to the dramatic turquoise beauty and the gentle breezes of the Caribbean Sea. Enjoy an invigorating open-air shower and relax on the deck after purifying in the dry sauna or vapor lodge. Charmingly appointed men’s and women’s dressing rooms feature secure lockers.

Spa Itzá is the only spa in the region that harvests natural botanicals from the jungle according to the ancient prescribed techniques of the Mayans taking great care not to replete the natural resources. The Spa’s treatment regime pays homage to the native Mayans who were early advocates of the healing powers of water, integrating the healing and restorative of water throughout every aspect of spa treatments.