Spa and wellness getaway from Mexico City: rest two hours from the city

01Before suggesting it: agreement, clarity and time

Suggesting a weekend away is a big step. Do it when you already know each other and feel comfortable, with a clear plan and with the other person free to say no or propose something else.

• Talk about the practical side. Type of room, number of nights, how to get there and who pays for what, taking nothing for granted.
• Start with a day. A day spa or a meal in the town is a lighter test than a night away.
• Either of you can go home. Each person being able to leave whenever they like is part of trust.

If you are still getting to know each other, the guide to romantic getaways from Mexico City and the one on couples spa in Mexico City offer lighter one-day plans.

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A getaway is for two: nobody suggests it to convince anyone.

02Tepoztlán and Morelos: temazcal and treatments

Tepoztlán is about 85 km south of Mexico City, an hour and a half by car, according to our getaways guide. Food & Pleasure (January 21, 2024) mentions two options with a spa in the Morelos area.

• Amomoxtli, in Tepoztlán. The article describes a spa with relaxing treatments, temazcal, cleansing rituals and massages, with a spiritual focus.
• Hotel Hacienda de Cortés, in Jiutepec, Morelos. The article says its spa offers relaxing, facial, wrap and beauty treatments.

These are press mentions, not recommendations from us; the article is more than a year old, so confirm services, hours and reservations with each place.

03Valle de Bravo: lake, forest and spa

Valle de Bravo is about 140 km from the city, close to two hours depending on traffic. Food & Pleasure (June 7, 2024) mentions five hotels with a spa, among them:

• La Casa Rodavento. A spa with facial and body treatments, experiences for couples, a hydro-circuit and a night of spa under the stars, according to the article.
• El Santuario. The article describes a temazcal, double treatment rooms, a meditation area, yoga, tai chi, pilates, steam and a private pool.
• Hotel Avándaro. A spa with a treatment menu, day-spa packages and a shamanic cleansing, according to the article.
• Hotel Santa Rosa and El Lugar del que te Hablé. The article mentions a spa at the first; the second is an adults-only boutique hotel with relaxation massages.

Towns in the State of Mexico fill up on long weekends; if you can, go midweek. And remember: booking a hotel is a decision for both of you, not a condition for a date.

04A little farther: Puebla

Food & Pleasure (January 21, 2024) describes the Banyan Tree Puebla spa for the quality and care of its treatments, without saying which ones. It is an option for those who want a city with culture and food as well as rest.

If you already have a date, also see the Mexico City long-weekend guide, in case the long weekend coincides with your plan. Book ahead for long weekends and special dates.

05Temazcal and heat: how to do it with care

The temazcal is a tradition of intense heat and steam. It is an experience to enjoy with care, and not everyone should do it.

• Tell them about your conditions. If you have high blood pressure or heart problems, are pregnant or take medication, check with your doctor first.
• Ask how it works. Who leads it, how long it lasts and whether you can step out whenever you like.
• Drink water, and do not go on an empty stomach or after alcohol.
• You can leave. If you feel unwell or uncomfortable, step out; a reputable place understands.

The same applies to massages and treatments: you decide what is done and when to stop. Ask for the menu of services and confirm what each package includes.

06How to travel and book sensibly

• Book ahead for long weekends and special dates.
• Confirm the policies of the hotel: cancellation, ID and visitors.
• Look after the journey. If you drive, leave in daylight and rest; if not, ask about transfers.
• Discretion. Do not post photos of the other person or the place without their permission.
• Someone you trust should know where you will be.

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Venues, services and opening hours change, so confirm everything with each place before you go. We have no relationship with any of the places mentioned, and the listings are not paid. The information on the places comes from two Food & Pleasure articles (January and June 2024); travel times are approximate. We give no prices because they change.