Hotel Esencia

Xpu Ha, Mexico · 5 Star Hotel

A Roch Rank
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Hotel Esencia Dog Friendly Review

Hotel Esencia lands an A Roch Rank, placing it among the top dog friendly hotels in the world. It is a genuinely well-equipped stay for owners of small dogs, provided you are happy to work with its rules and a premium price. Dogs are welcomed with a bed, real food and water bowls, their own dishware, waste bags and a toy, so there is little to pack. Dog food can be arranged on request, and grooming or spa treatments are available in your suite for an extra charge. Most rooms are dog friendly, and the team keeps an emergency vet's number on hand.

Access has opened up but still comes with conditions. Dogs are now welcome in the main house lounge, out in the garden and grounds, and on the terraces, though they must stay on the lead whenever they are outside the room. Bars and restaurants remain off-limits. At the pool and beach your dog has to stay in your arms or on your cabana, and swimming is not allowed. Dogs cannot be left alone in the room, but they do offer a dog-sitting service.

There is a 22-pound weight limit, which rules out larger breeds, and a vaccination certificate is required on arrival. The fee is steep at $100 per night per dog, plus service and tax, with damage charged on top. In short, Esencia is a strong choice for a small, well-behaved dog if you are happy to pay for the privilege and live with the leash and pool rules.

This hotel has been evaluated, ranked and reviewed using the Roch Standard, the world’s first dog friendly standard for the hotel industry. We gathered data directly from the hotel and benchmarked it against thousands of other hotels to accurately and fairly derive its rank.

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Hotel Esencia With Your Dog · Good To Know

Is Hotel Esencia dog friendly?

Yes. Hotel Esencia is independently certified dog friendly under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank A rating. Most of its rooms are dog friendly, so getting a room for you and your dog is rarely a problem.

Is there a pet fee at Hotel Esencia?

Yes. Hotel Esencia charges a pet fee of $100.00 USD (+ 15% service + 21% tax) per night. There is no additional deposit. It is always worth confirming the current pet fee when you book, as charges can change from time to time.

Is there a weight limit for dogs at Hotel Esencia?

Yes. Dogs up to 22 lb are welcome at Hotel Esencia. If your dog is heavier than that, it is worth speaking to the hotel before booking to see what can be arranged.

Where are dogs allowed in Hotel Esencia?

Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Hotel Esencia, including the lounge and garden. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.

What amenities does my dog get at Hotel Esencia?

Hotel Esencia provides a dog bed, food and water bowls, dog food for sale, a dog walking service and a dog sitting service for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.