Like a mirage, this sparkling white hotel sits high on a bluff overlooking the calm waters of Playa Bacocho. The rooms overlook the surf or the manicured lawns. All have tasteful little sitting areas with low couches covered in brightly colored pillows. The Maya temazcal eucalyptus sauna will help you relax before heading to dinner at the restaurant, which is done up like a storybook Moorish palace. It's a bit bizarre, but it's fun, too. Pros: Attractive rooms, relaxing sauna, car-rental service. Cons: Need a car to get around, design doesn't evoke Mexico.
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