Floor to ceiling windows, timber flooring and cement walls offer a deliberately minimal style to each of the 20 guest chalets, 16 of which are elevated, overlooking endless mountain vistas, with private balconies and all essential comforts, but purposefully, nothing more. Wi-Fi is available on demand, although this is not a place for screen time. A true celebration of nature and simplicity, the location embodies rest and relaxation. The remaining four chalets lie a short tuk-tuk ride away, two of which interconnect via a central living space, designed for families or small groups. The minimum age is 12 years and although teens are welcome, we strongly feel this is a retreat better suited to couples or solo travellers, in search of uninterrupted peace.

The Santani family promote a sustainable approach to wellness, encouraging guests to indulge in the rich expertise on offer, especially when it comes to the culinary offering. Whether you choose to book a wellness package or not, your menu will be personalised, with each meal drawing on the concept of rasa haya (six tastes); an intelligent eating concept designed to balance and solve any food cravings. To most, this brings new meaning to indulgence, one which is ultimately designed to make you feel the best version of you, instilling healthy habits to take beyond the hotel walls. All dietary requirements and restrictions can be catered for, with individual nutritional insight. All guests stay on a full board basis which includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and non-alcoholic drinks.

There is a lovely variety of activities on offer at Hotel Azúcar. Or you can simply relax in the freeform swimming pool with the Gulf of Mexico as your backdrop. An outdoor library is the perfect spot to tuck into your favourite book. Kayaking, walking tours, yoga, and cycling is also available. And the outdoor spa is the ideal place to unwind – choose from a selection of their holistic services.