Name: Playa Viva
Address: Carretera Zihuatanejo-Acapulco. Playa Icacos, Papanoa, Papanoa, Papanoa, 40834, Mexico
Rating: 10

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Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport

Playa Viva

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This place is so wonderful! The food was spectacular… Way beyond my expectations. It’s all locally sourced, clean, fresh whole foods . This place is a secluded paradise and I highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in truly disconnecting. My only piece of advice is to make sure that you bring mosquito spray and do not expect to swim in the ocean during the rainy season. The staff there is incredible and we’re so accommodating when we had to leave a day unexpectedly. They made sure we got to the airport as needed, no issues. Thank you, Playa Viva!

Secluded Paradise

We spent a week here with a our 1 year old son and had the greatest of holidays, i/we did as David suggested and deleted our social media  and work email apps and switched off to relax to the sounds relentless breaking waves....that were only 200m from the end of our bed.  I believe they have just finished a renovation to expand the capacity, and wow are the accommodations incredible, this hidden gem truly embodies their regenerative approach (its not just a bit here and there, its real) and yet the service and experiences is personal, homely, and frankly nearly perfect! 

If you like fresh, homemade, delicious food then this is your place....they will amaze you with the never ending yumminess that arrives from the kitchen three times a day! I find that in beautiful 4/5* hotels i get bored of the food in a few days because the menus never change...not our experience here at all....and first time we have never put on weight on holiday....hahaha!  

If you want to relax, do nothing, eat and drink, swim, sunbathe, read, detox from your screen, play with your kid in the pool or sand and just have a truly beautiful and different hotel experience that's truly secluded then this is for you.  I rarely review and have traveled to more than 35 countries and with a 1 year old in tow you might have questions...call them and speak to them about what arrangements they can make for you...we did and put every fear at ease! Their carpenter even whipped up a brand new baby high chair in 24 hours for Hugo as they were short! WOW! 

David, Alfredo, Julia, Emma and all at Playa Viva thank you for making our stay so wonderful....and to receive my lost swimming 'turtle' trunks through the post today unannounced - wow, just wow!  

And to all the other guests we met...thanks for being so awesome, interesting and cool!

Dont tell anyone!

This place is the place to go to disconnect and reconnect with yourself and the planet.  

The place is so beautiful, the food is fresh and delicious, and the owner and staff are so helpful and treat you like family.  

The farm is amazing - learn about regenerative farming.  We enjoyed learning about all the ways to use the palm trees. as well as visiting the pigs and tasting the hibiscus.

Don't miss what you can do to help turtles!  In the evenings, you can participate in the group walk on the beach where you can help look for turtle eggs and protect them from predators.  In the morning, you can release baby turtles and visit the education center of the turtle sanctuary and learn everything about turtles.  

The morning yoga and massages are so relaxing. 

The treehouses are beautifully designed with local materials and inspired by nature.  

Tip: Around dusk, put on mosquito repellent and change into long pants and long sleeve shirt.  

Thank you David, Julia, Jose and Fernando!  I can't wait to come back!

Magical

Its like you are on a privateM90 island! The ranch and beach front is so expensive you feel like you are a million miles from the city life! The staff are so welcoming and friendly! We all got to know each other on first name basis.  Alyra who managed the health and wellness, was so amazing! She would play her guitar and sing to us during yoga and at the bonfires.  The resort is not just self sustainable but is helping the ecosystem in many ways through turtle rescue to reforestation.  Food was so healthy and delicious farm to table!!!

Most enjoyable resort i have been to!

We decided stay at Playa Viva due to its remote location and sustainability credentials. It is not often that a hotel goes beyond these expectations, but Playa Viva did just that. 
They are doing amazing work with the land, sea, staff and local community. The established permaculture farm provides much of the food at mealtimes. 
The rooms are made from natural materials, they are much more beautiful and well appointed than the pictures on the website suggest.
The natural swimming pool is a joy to swim in as the sea was rough when we stayed and had strong currents. 
The food surpassed exceptions, we had a great selection of vegan and vegetarian options each day. 
There is a wide range of tours and activities to choose from, but you may just find yourself wanting to chill and enjoy the wonderful space. Digital detoxing encouraged and easy to do!
Staff are super friendly and the daily yoga was a huge highlight of our stay. 
Overall one of the best resorts we have ever stayed at around the world. Would highly recommend.

Our Favourite Sustainable Hotel

I left my heart and soul in Playa Viva...at least that is what it feels like. 
WOW!!!!
From the seamless transport to this magical location, the delicious basil margaritas, the food, the beach, the amazing staff, the turtles and the bioluminescence. I think I could write a whole book on things to love about Playa Viva.   
We hosted a Filmpreneur Summit in May at this amazing location. The size of the resort was perfect for our small group and we are already making plans for our 2019 Summit!

Peak Experience at Playa Viva

Playa Viva is a “regenerative hotel” in every sense. Before visiting I thought this would mean I would leave regenerated (which I did!!) but didn’t realise it refers to a style of hotel that doesn’t damage the local environment but goes a step further to repair and contribute positively. I have never seen such attention to detail and commitment to mission / values before... it’s incredibly inspiring. 

And it’s just a beautiful place with THE BEST food I have had at any hotel (I really mean it, the best) great massages and a special yoga hut. 

We stayed in the treehouse - very cool and I felt so lucky to have the opportunity but didn’t sleep very well - the energy of the ocean is big. 

We went into town to do a Zumba class - and it was clear how much Playa Viva is a part of the local community. 

The baby turtles could melt anyone’s heart

The tour to the family farm was amazing. A lovely family and utopian home.

A truely unique experience 

Incredible place - true to its mission in every way 

Wow! Playa Viva just blew my mind! Everything there was intentionally designed to be ecologically and culturally sensitive. The food was amazing, The staff and owner were kind and generous with their time and knowledge. I cannot wait to go back!

Breathtaking beauty, mouthwatering food, kindest staff

The very best thing about Playa Viva is its people. They are genuinely caring and deliver a great experience. Julia and her team make you feel at home, cater to your needs & help - and are never intrusive. The place is away from it all - with the sound of the crashing waves being the playlist. The facilities & rooms are charming and well maintained. The food is very good (all fresh and mainly sourced locally and on the premises) and has a homely feeling & taste. Doing yoga in the morning before breakfast by the beach (Michelle is a top instructor and also excellent company) is a bliss. This is not a place for partying & air conditioning - but to reconnect. One small improvement that could be made: arrange for an additional pair  of loungers & umbrellas on the beach (when the resort is full, there are not enough for all guests). For the rest, just keep it the way it is!

A fantastic place to unwind & great staff

Playa Viva is a beautiful, quiet, discreetly luxurious place to relax and recharge, to spend time in solitude, to join a group of friends in the common areas, or to learn from the volunteers at the turtle sanctuary about the successes and challenges of the nature conservation program. Very friendly personnel who prepares meals using locally grown ingredients is ready to answer any question and to address various dietary needs.     
One aspect that causes my serious concern is the quality of drinking water that, I suspect, caused various intensity of gastro-intestinal problems in about 1/3 of the guests during my 5 day long stay there and thus prevented us from full participation in the program we came to Playa Viva for.

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