Xcaret’s Gastronomy and Hospitality Recognized in the 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards

Restaurants Xaak, Encanta and HA’, along with the ultra-luxury hotel La Casa de la Playa, have earned international recognition from Tripadvisor, reflecting the culinary excellence and hospitality that distinguish Xcaret Hotels.

La Casa de la Playa, as well as Xaak and Encanta at Hotel Xcaret Arte, have been recognized among the top 10% of listings worldwide. Meanwhile, HA’, at Hotel Xcaret México, has received the prestigious Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best 2026 distinction, placing it among the top 1% of listings on Tripadvisor.

Recognition takes on a special meaning when it comes from those who have experienced Xcaret firsthand.

Recognition Shaped by the Voices of Travelers

The Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards are based on the quality and quantity of reviews and ratings submitted by travelers and diners over a 12-month period, alongside an additional editorial process. Unlike distinctions determined exclusively by a jury, these awards reflect the real experiences people choose to share after visiting a restaurant.

That is what makes this recognition particularly meaningful. Each review represents a perspective shaped by a dish, the service, the atmosphere and the details that make a restaurant worth sharing with the world.

For the teams at Xcaret Hotels, these distinctions are an opportunity to celebrate both the people who make every visit possible and our guests who have taken the time to share their impressions.

Distinct Expressions of Gastronomy

At Xcaret Hotels, gastronomy is an essential part of how guests connect with a destination. Each restaurant offers its own perspective, bringing together culinary creativity, a sense of place and the dedication of the people behind every service.

HA’ at Hotel Xcaret México: Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best 2026

HA’ has earned the highest distinction in the 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best. Reserved for listings among the top 1% on Tripadvisor, this recognition places the restaurant at Hotel Xcaret México in an exclusive group distinguished by the quality and consistency reflected in its diners’ reviews.

About HA’ Restaurant

Led by chef Carlos Gaytán, HA’ brings contemporary Mexican cuisine into dialogue with the techniques of French gastronomy.

Carlos Gaytán, the first Mexican chef to earn a Michelin star, creates a tasting-menu experience in which technical precision, presentation and respect for ingredients come together as part of a cohesive culinary language.

Xaak and Encanta at Hotel Xcaret Arte: Travelers’ Choice Top 10% Worldwide

Xaak and Encanta join the international group of Travelers’ Choice recipients, earning recognition among the top 10% of listings worldwide. This distinction celebrates the experiences their diners have shared and the dedication of the teams that bring each restaurant to life.

About Xaak Restaurant

Under the creative direction of chef Karime López, Xaak explores contemporary Mexican cuisine through the origins of its ingredients and the country's culinary heritage.

The first Mexican woman to earn a Michelin star, Karime brings an international perspective shaped by her training in Mexico, Spain, Japan and Peru. Her approach combines technical precision, aesthetic sensitivity and a contemporary interpretation of Mexican flavors, expressed through a 16-course tasting menu.

About Encanta Restaurant

At Encanta, chef Paco Méndez develops an author-driven culinary concept rooted in Mexican gastronomy, exploring new possibilities through contemporary techniques and creativity.

Recognized with a Michelin star for his work in Barcelona, Paco brings his culinary perspective to the Mexican Caribbean, where each creation expresses his personal vision of cuisine.

These distinctions celebrate Xcaret’s culinary offerings within a global community of highly rated dining destinations, as well as the impressions its guests have shared.

La Casa de la Playa: Travelers’ Choice Top 10% Worldwide

The ultra-luxury hotel La Casa de la Playa has also earned a place among the top 10% of listings worldwide on Tripadvisor. This distinction adds another international recognition to Xcaret Hotels’ luxury hospitality offering and reflects our commitment to guest satisfaction, as well as the dedication of the people who make every visit possible.

About La Casa de la Playa

At La Casa de la Playa, hospitality goes beyond anticipating each guest’s needs. It is expressed through attentive, personalized service, an appreciation for the smallest details and the ability to make every person feel genuinely welcome.

In this sanctuary overlooking the Mexican Caribbean, service blends seamlessly with architecture, nature and a vision of luxury shaped around each guest, exclusively your way.

Beyond the Recognition: The People Behind Every Table

Awards offer an opportunity to pause and celebrate, but their significance extends beyond the announcement itself. Behind every distinction are the chefs, service professionals and hospitality teams whose work shapes the way diners experience each restaurant.

They also remind us of the role guests play in this story. Every review shared on Tripadvisor helps future travelers discover where to dine, what to expect and which places deserve a place in their plans.

To everyone who has visited Xaak, Encanta or HA’, stayed at La Casa de la Playa, shared a review or recommended a dining experience, thank you. And to the teams behind these restaurants and the hotel, this recognition belongs to you as much as it does to the places you represent.

At Xcaret Hotels, the table is another way to discover Mexico: through its ingredients, its diverse culinary expressions and the people who bring them to life.

Explore the culinary offerings at Hotel Xcaret Arte

Explore the culinary offerings at Hotel Xcaret México

Discover the award-winning restaurants and La Casa de la Playa, and read the reviews on Tripadvisor:

• HA’ Restaurant at Hotel Xcaret México

• Xaak Restaurant at Hotel Xcaret Arte

• Encanta Restaurant at Hotel Xcaret Arte

• La Casa de la Playa