HOTEL and
SPA Puerto Morelos

Welcome to our quiet corner of Puerto Morelos a boutique hotel and spa in the heart of the Riviera Maya. Start your day floating in our rooftop pool with Caribbean views, linger over lunch at our rooftop restaurant, and end with a tailored treatment in our intimate spa with a resort spa calm without the crowds. We designed Areia for travelers who want calm, warm service, and little luxuries without the crowds. 

If you’re here to snorkel or dive the National Reef Park part of the great Mesoamerican Barrier Reef you’ll love how close we are to the pier and tour pick-ups. Salt, sun, and travel days can take a toll our therapists focus on loosening tight shoulders, easing jet-lag, and helping you reset so you can enjoy every minute in town.

Think: a slow morning on the sand, ceviche near the zócalo, then a couples massage before sunset on the roof. That’s the rhythm of Areia unhurried, local, and just right for a romantic escape or a well-earned wellness day. 

Settle into our luxury rooms & suites near the beach for a calm base.

Relaxing Swedish and Traditional
Mayan massages in Playa del Carmen

We’re based in the heart of Puerto Morelos, just a short walk from the beach and pier close enough to Playa del Carmen for day trips, but perfectly calm when you’re ready to unwind. After reef snorkeling, cenote swims, or the drive in from Cancún Airport, our therapists help you release travel tension.

RELAXATION

Head-to-toe ease with breathable oils that are kind to your piel many guests tell us it relieves stress before rooftop sunset. It’s the treatment guests choose before sunset cocktails on the rooftop unwinds the legs after walking the malecón and leaves you clear, grounded, and ready for dinner in the town square.

On request, we can incorporate elements inspired by traditional Mayan wellness gentle grounding, breath, and heat kept respectful and subtle. We can weave in grounding elements inspired by the local Maya tradition kept subtle and respectful.

Tip: Tell us where you feel it neck from snorkeling, calves from biking La Colonia, or lower back from travel and we’ll tailor the session on the spot. Couples setups are available just let us know when you book.

Make it a full reset with a calm base in our luxury rooms & suites near the beach

DEEP TISSUE

For divers, kite surfers, and anyone who feels that knot between the shoulder blades. Expect slower, targeted work hips, back, and neck with optional warm compresses; the goal is effective relief that relaxes muscles without overdoing it. We always check in about pressure and adapt around sensitive areas, so it’s effective without being overwhelming.

SWEDISH MASSAGE

Our gentlest, most fluid option long, flowing strokes to calm your nervous system, boost circulation, and ease that “first-day stiffness.” If you’re new to massage or simply want to float into the evening, start with a one-hour massage and let us keep the pressure light to medium. We’ll keep the pressure light-to-medium and focus on overall relaxation so you leave balanced and unhurried.

Spa experiences
with a partner

Choose the Unwind for Two and settle into a one-hour massage side-by-side, then head to the rooftop for golden hour. Our couples setup is a calm, private room where two therapists work side-by-side so each of you gets exactly what you need Swedish for one, deeper work for the other, or a full-body relaxation flow for both. It’s the sweet spot after a morning on the reef, a cenote day, or a stroll along the malecón.

Choose your vibe

  • Unwind for Two – Gentle, flowing Swedish techniques to shake off travel and settle into vacation mode.
  • Active Duo – Targeted work for shoulders, back, and hips (great after snorkeling, kite sessions, or long flights).
  • Sunset for Two – Time your massage before golden hour, then head to our rooftop for an easy, unhurried evening, then wander up for a slow dinner see sunset tables on the rooftop.

Celebrating something special?
Anniversaries, proposals, babymoons Celebrating something special? We’ll add simple, elegant touches—no flashy resort spa frills, just thoughtful details.

Good to know
Arrive a few minutes early, tell us about pressure preferences or any sensitivities, and we’ll adjust the session on the spot. We’re close to the beach and the town square, so it’s easy to fit a spa in Puerto Morelos moment between tours and sunset.

The AREIA EXPERIENCE

We keep things simple warm welcome, quiet rooms, and therapists who listen before they touch. Our spa resort at Areia is designed for how people actually travel in Puerto Morelos flights into Cancún, salty hair after the National Reef Park, sandy walks along the malecón, and lazy afternoons near the zócalo. Tell us what your day looked like, and we’ll tailor the session so you leave lighter and ready for what’s next.

Benefits of visiting a spa in Puerto Morelos

Some guests love a simple clay cleanse while traveling; it’s a timeless idea that mud purifies and helps you feel reset.

Enhances blood flow

Long flights and sun-soaked days can leave you feeling heavy. Gentle, flowing techniques support circulation so legs feel fresh again many guests notice it reduces inflammation after long flights.

RELIEF FROM JOINT PAIN

If your lower back, hips, or knees feel tight after snorkeling, biking La Colonia, or exploring cenotes along the Ruta de los Cenotes, we focus on slow, targeted work to ease stiffness without overdoing it.

MIND-BODY CONNECTION

Unhurried pacing and breath-led techniques help you switch off the travel buzz; the result is a calm that relieves stress long after your session. Many guests sleep deeper that night and wake up ready for sunrise on the beach.

BOOK A UNIQUE MOMENT

Pick a time that fits your rhythm late morning after the pier, mid-afternoon cool-down, or just before sunset. We’re steps from the town center, so it’s easy to weave a spa Puerto Morelos session into your day.

Ready to unwind by the reef? Check availability and book direct for the best rate.

FAQ

Who can book the spa—hotel guests only?

Everyone’s welcome. We’re open to Areia guests and day visitors from nearby hotels advance reservations recommended.

Send us a message or call the front desk, and we’ll match you with the right therapist and time. Same-day appointments are possible when our schedule allows.

Most guests choose 60 or 90 minutes. If you’re fresh off a flight or a reef tour, we can focus on neck, shoulders, and lower back in a shorter session, or settle in for a full-body unwind.

Yes. Two therapists work side-by-side so each of you gets a tailored session gentle for one, deeper for the other.

We focus on table-based bodywork a dedicated treatments tub isn’t necessary for the results we aim for.

 Absolutely. Tell us what you’re managing pregnancy, sun exposure, or specific areas of tension and we’ll adapt pressure, positioning, and oils.

Whatever makes you comfortable. Most treatments are enjoyed undressed to your comfort level and fully draped; for prenatal or specific requests, we’ll guide you.

What products do you use?

Light, skin-friendly oils and unscented options by request. If you have allergies or preferences, let us know before we begin.

Yes our boutique hotel and spa sit a short walk from the pier and zócalo, easy to fit between beach time and dinner.

 We do when we have availability, but Puerto Morelos gets busy around sunset booking ahead is best.

 Plans change we get it. Please let us know as early as possible; same-day cancellations or no-shows may incur a fee.

 Major cards and cash are welcome. Tips are optional and at your discretion.

Yes. Our team serves guests comfortably in English and Spanish.

 For minors, a guardian must be present or provide consent. If you’re under medical care, check with your provider and tell us about any conditions so we can tailor your session safely.

  • +52 998 244 7101
  • areiahotel@maohotels.com
  • Niños Heroes 30, Puerto Morelos, Quintana Roo