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TripAdvisor Guest Reviews

  • Amazing find. Secluded, fun, romantic, great food

    Wed, 02 May 2012 15:48:33 GMT
    TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

    Stay here. Awesome hotel, great food, excellent service. Review over. No really though. We found this place almost by accident. Its not easy to find, and we came in without reservations and...
  • Ideal Romantic Getaway

    Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:54:27 GMT
    TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

    My husband and I spent a week at Playa Escondida to celebrate our 15th Anniversary. We were looking for a peaceful, romantic location and found Playa Escondida met all of our expectations. The...

    View from Villa 1 at Playa Escondida Sunset at the bar in Playa Escondida 
  • Surprising,Interesting , Awesome

    Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:44:09 GMT
    TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

    We visited in August, in the wet hot season, with no AC you'd think it would be unbearable, but it was very bearable .The room was large clean and of course unlike anything we or many travelers have...
  • Beachy Getaway

    Tue, 24 Apr 2012 02:13:21 GMT
    TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

    I just got back from a trip that I so thoroughly enjoyed because of the amount of relaxation and rest I was given. Playa Escondida was so incredible. I was in my car driving down the jungly road and...
  • Relaxing, beautiful location, delicious food, AMAZING SERVICE!

    Mon, 09 Apr 2012 22:14:17 GMT
    TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

    Absolutely enjoyed so much my stay in Playa Escondida, what a great discovery. This is a great hotel my friends and I found by accident, such a happy accident. It´s in the middle of the jungle and...
  • Excellent for a relaxing escape.

    Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:59:54 GMT
    TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

    This place has character. No, it's no Four Seasons, I'd venture to say it's better- I find 4 Seasons resorts to sterile, contrived and frankly, pretentious. The rooms at Playa Escondida are not...
  • Perfect Week

    Mon, 12 Mar 2012 17:17:04 GMT
    TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

    We were at Playa Escondido in Sayulita seven days 3/3 – 3/10. Overall it was an extremely positive experience. The property is beautiful and very unique. I’d describe it as a whimsical Gillian’s...

    Pool 
  • Now I no why the local's don't go!!!!

    Thu, 08 Mar 2012 17:41:17 GMT
    TripAdvisor traveler rating: 2 of 5 stars

    I have to leave my first bad review, stay away. Its no Four Seasons. Website offers one thing and when you get there well, they have you. I am writing my first travel book, and was asked to check this...
  • Owner response

    Mon, 12 Mar 2012 18:13:38 GMT
    TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

    Thanks for taking time for us and good luck on the book you are writing! Although we are not an economy hotel our prices are reasonable. Perhaps you have us confused with the Four Seasons as our...
  • A wonderful ocean/jungle retreat

    Tue, 06 Mar 2012 03:49:48 GMT
    TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

    We have just returned from 6 wonderful days at Playa Escondida. We decompressed in the jungle next to the ocean in our beautiful casita and can't wait to return for a longer stay. We had to book...

    playa escondida beach to the south beautiful pathway sunset on the beach 
  • Perfection Personified

    Sun, 04 Mar 2012 17:15:01 GMT
    TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

    Can you imagine being so relaxed that you forget what day or what date it is? And it's your birthday?!! That's what happened to me after just 3 days at Playa Escondida. My closest friend from high...

    Room view 


frommer's mexico 2011

Frommer's Mexico 2011

Playa Escondida "Find" "3 stars"

(Frommer's ratings are 0=recommended to 3=exceptional; Finds= "special finds"- those places only insiders know about)

Just above an idyllic beach cove, a handful of uniquely designed bungalows dot the lush tropical grounds of Playa Escondida. A waterfall rains warm water into the oceanfront infinity pool, set next to the palapa restaurant and an open-air spa which offers outstanding massages for a great value.

The casual, friendly staff gets to know many of the guests at this gorgeous yet unpretentious resort.

It's not the Four Seasons—activities are limited, there are no air conditioners, and Mother Nature sometimes visits the open-air Bungalows (which have fans and mosquito nets). But for those who want a peaceful vacation off the beaten track and don't mind sacrificing a bit of commercial convenience for enchanted natural beauty, this place is truly unforgettable and magical.

Choose from among individually designed beachfront casitas, bungalows in the jungle, or imported teak houses from Thailand constructed in a spectacular bird canyon.

Sayulita is a winding 5-minute drive from this splendid resort.


posted by: Shane Christensen, Author of Frommer's Mexico 2011