Casa Maya Kaan

"Why book? Set within a 10-acre plot of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve and offering a long stretch of private, white-sand beach, Casa Maya Kaan rises from the jungle like an ancient, secluded paradise. Set the scene: Set well beyond the beach road’s recent developments, a stay here—in either a brick-and-mortar suite or one of nine outdoor bell tents—is centered around wellness. Almost all bookings are hotel buyouts, making the crowd elite. The rooms: The main house has four suites, each with locally-made, wooden canopy beds draped in Oaxacan textiles. Together, the rooms can sleep up to twelve people. There are also nine luxury bell tents available that can accommodate up to three people per tent. Food and drink: For each booking, the in-house chef creates bespoke menus according to guests’ preferences. The ingredients are always organic and sourced locally from nearby fishermen and farmers. The spa: Yoga classes, massage treatments, and temazcal sweat-lodge ceremonies can all be arranged. The neighborhood/area: Set in the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve—within a wild tropical forest near mangroves and marshes—the house’s off-the-beaten-path, remote setting is part of its allure. It’s set near the charming fishing Maya fishing village named Punta Allen, one of the only populated areas of the reserve. The service: The property offers full-service solutions for transformational experiences of any kind, including retreats, celebrations, weddings, and more. The concierge can coordinate cooking classes in its expansive, open-air kitchen and eco-tours like kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. For Families: Because the house only accepts full buyouts, Casa Maya Kaan is particularly suited for groups and families. Eco effort: The property hosts regular beach clean-ups." - Michaela Trimble