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Hotel · PLAYA SANTA TERESA

Esencia

2 Km North of Cruce de Playa Carmen, PLAYA SANTA TERESA

What stands out
Wi-fi
Outdoor freshwater pool
Spa treatments
24-hour reception
About this hotel

This charming beach hotel is located on Nicoya's Peninsula, on Santa Teresa. The family-friendly hotel is just 100 metres from the beach and 200 metres from the centre of the village, where guests will find restaurants, bars and nightlife. Nearby places of interest include Playa Carmen (15-minute drive away), Playa Malpais (20 minutes away), Montezuma and the Cabo Blanco Reserve (both approximately a 45-minute drive…

This charming beach hotel is located on Nicoya's Peninsula, on Santa Teresa. The family-friendly hotel is just 100 metres from the beach and 200 metres from the centre of the village, where guests will find restaurants, bars and nightlife. Nearby places of interest include Playa Carmen (15-minute drive away), Playa Malpais (20 minutes away), Montezuma and the Cabo Blanco Reserve (both approximately a 45-minute drive away). Juan Santamaría International airport is around 200 km from the hotel. The 18 accommodation units feature a Mediterranean architectural style, with lots of light, space and all the comforts of the modern world. The hotel is surrounded by artistic tropical gardens with flowering plants. Further facilities include a lobby with hotel safe, WLAN Internet access, room and laundry services, and a car park. Each room features an en suite bathroom with a hot water shower and hairdryer, a double or king-size bed and a private balcony or terrace. Other in-room amenities include Internet access, a safe, air conditioning and a kitchenette with a fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. Other exquisite elements are the teak chairs and furniture made of precious woods as well as handmade scented candles, incense and essences. The resort is renowned for its surfing and other water sport activities, such as windsurfing, water skiing, jet skiing and pedal boating (fees apply to all activities). The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace with sun loungers and parasols laid out ready for use. Guests may relax with a massage or spa treatment, or enjoy a game of pool/snooker (fees apply) or beach volleyball. Guests may also explore the surrounding area by bike (fees apply). Sun loungers and parasols can be hired for a fee on the nearby sandy beach. Breakfast is not included.

Your stay
Check-in
29 Aug 2026
Until 20:00
Check-out
01 Sep 2026
Until 12:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

Available at the property for an extra charge (payable at the hotel where applicable):

Waterskiing charge applies Jet ski charge applies Windsurfing charge applies Pedal boating charge applies Cycling / mountain biking charge applies Billiards charge applies
Amenities & services

34 facilities across 6 categories.

Facilities
14
  • Wi-fi
  • Luggage room
  • Sun terrace
  • Car park
  • Bicycle storage
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Medical service
  • Laundry service
  • Room service
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Hotel safe
  • Garden
  • Terrace
Sports
8
  • Billiards
  • Surfing
  • Beach volleyball
  • Cycling / mountain biking
  • Waterskiing
  • Jet ski
  • Windsurfing
  • Pedal boating
Location
6
  • Double rooms (4)
  • Single rooms (4)
  • Total number of rooms (21)
  • Annexe (s) (1)
  • Number of floors (annexe) (1)
  • Number of floors (main building) (1)
Entertainment
3
  • Parasols
  • Outdoor freshwater pool (1)
  • Sun loungers
Health
2
  • Spa treatments
  • Massage
Hotel type
1
  • hotel
Room types at this hotel

4 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Double · Vp
Sleeps 1–4
Triple · 2b
Sleeps 1–5
Vil · 2b
Sleeps 2–20
Vil · 3b
Sleeps 2–20
Location

2 Km North of Cruce de Playa Carmen, PLAYA SANTA TERESA

Distance from key points
  • City centre
Good to know
House rules
  • Check-inUntil 20:00
  • Check-outUntil 12:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • American Express

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Things to keep in mind
  • Non-smoking establishment
Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

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Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at Esencia?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at Esencia?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, Esencia accepts MasterCard, Visa, American Express. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does Esencia offer?

Key amenities at Esencia include Wi-fi, Outdoor freshwater pool, Spa treatments, 24-hour reception. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
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