Where We Roam Podcast

Hotel Xcaret Mexico Resort Review

In this episode, the podcasters discuss their recent vacation experience at Hotel Xcaret Mexico. They talk about the resort's design and style, transportation options, room accommodations, and the challenges faced by families of five or more. They also highlight the dining options at the resort, with a special mention of the Ha restaurant. The conversation covers various aspects of the Hotel Xcaret Mexico resort, including favorite meals, upcharge options for dining, making reservations, buffet options, the Super Bowl party, food for kids, pools and grounds, snorkeling and water activities, who the resort is for, the value of the resort, and the downsides of the resort.
 
Takeaways
Hotel Xcaret Mexico offers a luxury and nature-focused experience with a blend of Mayan and Spanish cultures.
Transportation to the resort is included and provided by deluxe coaches, with expansion plans to the Tulum Airport.
The resort offers various room options, but families of five or more may face challenges due to limited accommodations.
The Ha restaurant, led by a Michelin-starred chef, offers a nine-course meal with Mexican wine pairings. Hotel Xcaret Mexico offers a wide range of dining options, including buffet and upcharge restaurants.
Reservations for certain restaurants and activities need to be made in advance.
The resort has multiple pools and expansive grounds, with opportunities for snorkeling and other water activities.
Hotel Xcaret Mexico is best suited for active individuals and families who enjoy exploring and trying new experiences.
While the resort offers great value with its inclusions, it may not be suitable for those who prefer a smaller, more intimate resort experience.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Vacation Experience
03:00 Overview of Hotel Xcaret Mexico
06:00 Resort Style and Design
09:00 Transportation to the Resort
12:00 Room Options and Accommodations
19:00 Challenges for Families of Five or More
21:00 Dining Options and Ha Restaurant
23:47 Favorite Meals
24:18 Upcharge Options for Dining
25:08 Making Reservations
26:20 Buffet Options
27:18 Super Bowl Party
28:14 Food for Kids
28:46 Food Options
29:40 Pools and Grounds
30:08 Snorkeling and Water Activities
31:46 Who is this Resort For?
36:13 Sticker Shock and Value
39:21 Downsides of the Resort
43:12 Leaving the Resort

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