Romantic resorts in Mexico that are perfect for couples: Tulum, Riviera Maya, Cabo
Even though Mexico is one of the most accessible destinations from the U.S., its vastly different landscapes keep it fresh and varied no matter how often you visit. And, there’s plenty to enjoy for all vacation styles and budgets, from romantic Mexico resorts for couples to all-inclusive Mexico family resorts.
Whether you’re planning a honeymoon, couples-only vacation or searching for babymoon ideas, these romantic Mexico resorts will delight you and your significant other.
Before we get to the list, let's talk about COVID restrictions. While the Mexican border remains off limits to leisure travelers through the end of this month, Americans can still fly there.
And although you don't need a negative COVID test to enter Mexico, you'll need one to re-enter the U.S. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention requires that all air passengers returning to the United States from abroad show either a negative COVID-19 test result no more than three days old or documentation of recovery from COVID-19.
Many resorts in Mexico offer free testing for departing guests so inquire about that when booking. If yours does not, you can also find a list of testing sites on the website of the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City.
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W Punta de Mita
Nayarit
You’ll quickly realize why celebrities flock to the secluded resort area of Punta de Mita and why the W Punta de Mita should be your resort of choice. From its semi-private beachfront location to the vibrant decor, there’s plenty for couples to enjoy at this luxury resort.
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Other highlights include the spa, set near a natural spring; six dining options, including a private dining experience in the middle of the spring-fed lake; and the iconic 460-foot tiled pathway inspired by the area’s indigenous people, the Huichol.
The Beach Tulum
Tulum, Quintana Roo
The adults-only Beach Tulum is located on Tulum’s South Beach, an area lined with private resorts and beach clubs, making it consistently less crowded with day trippers. If you’re booking a honeymoon stay, the concierge team will help arrange private dinners at the onsite restaurant, Ziggy’s, and other special activities.
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If it is your honeymoon, consider splurging on a rooftop room with a private balcony, hammock and hot tub. You can even start your morning off with a free yoga class.
Hotel San Cristobal
Todos Santos, Baja California Sur
Experience a different side of Mexico at the secluded southern end of the Baja California peninsula. Hotel San Cristobal is an oasis in the artistic and agricultural town of Todos Santos.
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This resort promises all the amenities of an all-inclusive hotel without the resort feel. Think onsite restaurant and pool bar serving locally-caught fish and small-batch mezcal and complimentary resort activities like weekly hikes and outdoor yoga.
Ser CasaSandra
Holbox, Quintana Roo
If you’re after a romantic and relaxing vacation for you and your significant other in Mexico, look no further than the 17-room Ser CasaSandra. Set on the beaches of Isla Holbox with no TVs, clocks or phones in your room, this resort practically guarantees you’ll be distraction-free.
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With close attention to local influences, you’ll find art and decor from community artists, an onsite Yucatan cuisine restaurant that sources local ingredients and a cellar of Mexican wines. If you visit over the summer (betweenJune and September), book a tour to swim with the whale sharks.
Hotel Escondido
Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca
Trendy couples looking for laid-back isolation should head to the adults-only Hotel Escondido located in the foodie region of Oaxaca. Puerto Escondido means “hidden port,” and the couples hotel plays off its location with an underground bar, beachfront infinity pool, spaced out cabanas and library.
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The 16 palapa-style cabana rooms have flat-screen TVs, private plunge pools and immaculate decor. It’s a hidden gem in all senses of the word. The hotel has an onsite spa and restaurant that serves creative menu items all day, so you won’t need to venture far to find everything you need.
Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel and Romantic Getaway
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
For a can’t-beat location and understated luxury, book your romantic vacation at Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel and Romantic Getaway. Located just a few blocks from Puerto Vallarta’s boardwalk, this adults-only resort is a beachfront property with two swimming pools, a spa and three restaurants.
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Spoil your partner with a personal butler who can also arrange a private romantic dinner and decorate your in-room Jacuzzi with candles, rose petals and more. Indulgent amenities like a pillow menu and in-room aromatherapy make for an experience you won’t forget.
Viceroy Riviera Maya
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
You’ll have ultimate seclusion at Viceroy Riviera Maya with your own private villa complete with a plunge pool, outdoor shower and deck. Yet mere steps away from your private paradise sits the beachfront Playa del Carmen Resort with a spa, pool, two onsite restaurants and culinary activities like guacamole and margarita classes and tequila tastings.
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And while there’s plenty to keep you entertained at the resort and on the water, you’re not far from even more activities in Playa del Carmen, including cenotes (caves), archaeological sites and Xcaret adventure park.
Hacienda San Jose
Tixkokob, Yucatan
History, luxury and romance meet at the Hacienda San Jose, located in a tropical forest in the Yucatan Peninsula. Situated near cenotes and ruins, the hotel offers guided excursions by archaeologists and historians. For couples, it’s all about enjoying the setting here, including the property’s lush gardens and its beautifully restored buildings.
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There are 15 guest rooms, each of which features a private terrace. You may even get a centuries-old banyan tree in the middle of yours. Reserve a private dinner set among candle-lit trees at the onsite restaurant.
The Hotel Secreto
Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo
Skip the party scene in Cancun and instead take the short ferry ride to the mostly car-free Isla Mujeres. The Hotel Secreto is located at the northern tip of the island and is surprisingly affordable considering it’s a beachfront property in Mexico.
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At the Hotel Secreto, you’ll find a refreshing take on a typical Mexico resort with a lap pool instead of a massive sun deck, minimalist decor and fewer than 15 rooms, most with private balconies. But couples still have plenty of onsite amenities to enjoy, including a spa.
Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal
Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur
It doesn’t get more romantic than the Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal. The property is etched into the rocky Baja coastline. Rooms have private plunge pools, some with terraces and fire pits. Beachfront suites and multi-room villas are also available.
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With two onsite fine-dining restaurants, infinity pools with ocean views, a beach, swim-up bar, spa and expansive pool deck, it’s hard to imagine you’ll want to leave; but if you do, you’re close to the central town of Cabo San Lucas and marina where most water-based activities depart from.
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