Party into the Future: Your Guide to New Year's Eve with Xcaret

The end of the year is approaching, bringing a time for reflection and a lot of celebration. And what better place to welcome the New Year than in the Riviera Maya? Here, you will find many options that range from delicious dinners with intriguing gastronomic proposals to entertainment for the whole family.

So, join us on this brief but exciting journey through the top 4 options where you can bid farewell to the old year and make room to welcome the first hours of the new year.

New Year's Eve Dinner and Party at Xoximilco

We begin with the first and most incredible option for those looking to bid farewell to the year with an original touch. Get ready to enjoy a particular party aboard a trajinera.

It's ideal for celebrating with your family or friends, as this floating party provides the necessary ambiance with live music and includes an open bar with tequila, rum, vodka, and beer, in addition to a delicious dinner (including an appetizer, second course, main course, and dessert) and the traditional 12 grapes for all your wishes to come true.

But that's not all; to ensure that your night remains fun, the host will guide you through entertaining games that will keep the atmosphere lively. 

One of the things you'll undoubtedly enjoy the most is the live music. Throughout your journey, you can dance and sing to the rhythm of northern, ranchera, marimba, and mariachi music. So, prepare your best moves and get ready to enjoy a very Mexican New Year's Eve party. 

If you are a guest at Hotel Xcaret México, Hotel Xcaret Arte, or La Casa de la Playa, you can pay a supplement to access this celebration.

New Year's Eve Dinner at Hotel Xcaret México

If you're on vacation and staying at this property, the New Year's Eve Party at Hotel Xcaret México is an excellent option. To begin with, during the holiday season, the hotel is filled with the colors of poinsettias, and every corner is prepared to celebrate the festivities. So, enjoying its seasonal decoration is a must-stop.

The magic of the season is reflected even in the cuisine, as starting from 6 pm on December 31st, you can find a special New Year's menu in all the restaurants.

The restaurants that require reservations are: 

- Trajinera 

- Ha 

- Xin-Gao 

- Teatro del Río

- Chibalí 

- Fuego (exclusive for Casa Fuego guests) 

- Bio 

- Las Playas 

If you prefer options without reservations, you can visit: 

- El Mercado de la Merced 

- Las Cuevas

But if you're looking for a celebration along with delicious dishes, we invite you to our New Year's Eve Party. This will occur on December 31st at 8 pm in the hotel's Event Halls. 

These halls are transformed with special decorations that create a unique festive atmosphere. Here, you can enjoy canapés and live music and end the night to the rhythm of the DJ.

After leaving the party, you can find a taco station from 1 am to 3 am in front of Cantina Los Faroles to close your night without an empty stomach and in pure Mexican style.

And because we think of everything, on the next day, January 1st, in front of Trajinera, we'll have a station with delicious drinks like micheladas, clamatos, and cantaritos, so the party doesn't stop.

New Year's Eve Dinner at Hotel Xcaret Arte

We will pamper our guests at this property with a special dinner at Playón Música starting at 8 pm. This outdoor stage is the perfect spot to welcome the New Year in a festive setting on the Riviera Maya.  You will find stations for salads, meats, seafood cuisine, and snacks (ranging from vegan options to Mexican cravings like memelas and panuchos to kebabs). There will also be a charcuterie and cheese station, delicious desserts with a wide variety of cakes, and many more options to delight your palate.

In addition to a gastronomic treat, this party will also feature live music and performances.  The party will have an additional cost; you can inquire about details with your concierge or call 984 179 0808. 

Special Dinner at Xaak 

This restaurant offers a unique sensory experience and is led by the four chefs of the Gastronomic Collective of Hotel Xcaret Arte: Roberto Solís, Paco Méndez, Jonatán Gómez Luna, and Alejandro Ruíz. They have created a special menu for the occasion—a fusion of unexpected and exciting flavors for the most discerning palates. 

The renowned Sommelier Sandra Fernández will curate the pairing.

New Year's Eve Dinner at La Casa de la Playa

If La Casa de la Playa already boasts architecture and views that will take your breath away, we can confidently say that it's Gala Dinner and Beach Party will be a moment worth remembering.

From 6 pm to 11:00 pm, you can enjoy tasting menus at the prestigious restaurants Tuch de Luna, Centli, and Estero.

These fine-dining dinners are included with your stay, but if you want to elevate your experience, you can choose a particular pairing option for an additional cost.

The celebration is just beginning because starting at 9:00 pm, you can enjoy a spectacular party where you'll dance under the stars to the rhythm of the DJ. 

To ensure the party doesn't stop, the celebration includes a dessert buffet starting at 9:30 pm and a taco station starting at 11:00 pm, in addition to the classic New Year's toast at 12 to welcome the first seconds of 2024 on a high note.

And that concludes our journey through these excellent options to celebrate the New Year. Which one will you choose?