Carr. Chetumal – Puerto Juárez Km. 282, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710, Mexico
Hotel Xcaret Arte
Contact: +1 (888) 605-1350
Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
Celebrity-Chef Dining, Rooftop Sips, and Caribbean Flavors
Explore 10 restaurants led by celebrated chefs, from Oaxacan cantina flavors and Yucatán-Lebanese cuisine to Japanese specialties, surf and turf, vibrant market-style buffets, and premium tasting menus. Enjoy vegan options across restaurants, 12 bars and lounges, three swim-up bars, wet bars, rooftops, coffee experiences, and 24-hour in-room dining, with select venues requiring reservations or an additional charge.
Contemporary Mexican Restaurant
Encanta
A signature Contemporary Mexican restaurant at Hotel Xcaret Arte offering Chef Paco Méndez’s refined take on Mexican cuisine. Encanta is perfect for guests seeking an elegant, reservation-worthy dinner, with a polished atmosphere shaped by world-renowned Michelin-starred talent.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Oaxacan Mexican Restaurant
Cantina VI.AI.PY
A vibrant Oaxacan Mexican restaurant at Hotel Xcaret Arte offering authentic regional cuisine by Chef Alejandro Ruiz in a lively cantina setting. Cantina VI.AI.PY is perfect for guests who want bold southern Mexican flavors, traditional music and a festive atmosphere.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Yucatecan-Lebanese Restaurant
Kibi-Kibi
An exclusive Yucatecan-Lebanese restaurant at Hotel Xcaret Arte serving cuisines from Yucatán and Lebanon under the care of Chef Roberto Solís. Kibi-Kibi is perfect for Casa de los Artistas guests seeking distinctive regional flavors in a refined, intimate setting.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Mexican Regional Buffet Restaurant
Mercado de San Juan
A lively Mexican regional buffet restaurant at Hotel Xcaret Arte offering market-inspired culinary stations with traditional dishes from across Mexico. Mercado de San Juan is perfect for abundant, easygoing meals throughout the day, with a vibrant atmosphere inspired by Mexico City’s famous market.
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Mediterranean-Mexican Surf & Turf Restaurant
Cayuco
A scenic Mediterranean-Mexican surf and turf restaurant at Hotel Xcaret Arte offering land-and-sea flavors surrounded by cool waters and standout views at the heart of the hotel. Cayuco suits guests seeking fresh seafood, hearty cuts, and a breezy, relaxed setting.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Contemporary Japanese Restaurant
Tah-Xido
A refined contemporary Japanese restaurant at Hotel Xcaret Arte presenting eastern gastronomical art by Chef Luis Arzapalo, with traditional dishes, a sushi bar, sake and Japanese whiskey. Tah-Xido is perfect for a polished dinner reservation, with precise flavors and an elegant, focused atmosphere.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Regional Mexican Restaurant
Arenal
A relaxed regional Mexican restaurant at Hotel Xcaret Arte offering Chef Hinostroza’s BaJa-Loa concept, with vibrant seafood, Baja California and Sinaloa flavors, and fire-forward cooking. Arenal suits guests looking for bold coastal comfort food in an easygoing, flavorful atmosphere.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Vegan Plant-Based Restaurant
Apapachoa
A thoughtful vegan restaurant at Hotel Xcaret Arte offering plant-based cuisine with a creative, produce-led approach. Apapachoa is perfect for guests seeking nourishing flavors and artful meat-free dining, with a warm, mindful feel that suits a relaxed meal.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Contemporary Mexican Restaurant
Xaak
A premium contemporary Mexican restaurant at Hotel Xcaret Arte offering a theatrical tasting menu with an additional charge. Xaak is perfect for guests seeking a special culinary experience beyond the included restaurants, with an artful, immersive feel.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Coffee & Deli Café
Cafecito
A premium coffee and deli café at Hotel Xcaret Arte offering barista-led coffee experiences with aroma and flavor analysis. Cafecito is perfect for guests who appreciate carefully prepared coffee and a relaxed pause between the hotel’s artistic spaces.
- Serves: Coffee & Deli
- Hours vary — see concierge
Coffee & Mexican Pastry Cafe
Cafeteca
A premium coffee cafe at Hotel Xcaret Arte offering barista-guided tastings and Mexican pastries in a warm deli-style setting. Cafeteca is perfect for coffee lovers seeking a thoughtful pause, with rich aromas and an easygoing feel between resort moments.
- Serves: Coffee & Pastries
- Hours vary — see concierge
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DINE & DRINKS FAQs
How many restaurants and bars does Hotel Xcaret Arte offer?
Hotel Xcaret Arte features 10 signature restaurants alongside 12 bars and lounges, including 3 swim-up bars and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Guests can choose from venues such as Encanta, Cantina VI.AI.PY, Kibi-Kibi, Mercado de San Juan, Cayuco, Tah-Xido, Arenal, Apapachoa, Xaak, Cafecito, and Cafeteca, making dining at Hotel Xcaret Arte one of the most varied experiences on the Riviera Maya.
Is Hotel Xcaret Arte an adults-only resort, and does that extend to its restaurants and bars?
Yes. Hotel Xcaret Arte is an Adults Only experience, welcoming guests 16 years old or older when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. This adults-only atmosphere carries through every restaurant, bar, lounge, and swim-up bar across the resort, giving guests at Hotel Xcaret Arte a consistently sophisticated dining environment.
Are meals included when staying at Hotel Xcaret Arte?
Hotel Xcaret Arte’s All-Fun Inclusive concept covers dining at its signature restaurants, along with 24-hour in-room dining. Certain specialty venues, such as Xaak, are not part of the All-Fun Inclusive concept and carry an additional cost payable at the restaurant or charged to the suite.
Do restaurants at Hotel Xcaret Arte require reservations?
Some signature restaurants at Hotel Xcaret Arte, including Encanta, Kibi-Kibi, and Tah-Xido, require a reservation, and a fee applies for no-shows. Other venues, such as Mercado de San Juan, are open for all three meals without a reservation, giving guests flexibility throughout their stay at Hotel Xcaret Arte.
What kind of celebrity chef dining can guests find at Hotel Xcaret Arte?
Hotel Xcaret Arte’s gastronomy is headed by top celebrity chefs. Encanta is the signature restaurant by Chef Paco Méndez, Cantina VI.AI.PY is an Oaxacan cantina led by Chef Alejandro Ruiz, Kibi-Kibi showcases Yucatecan and Lebanese cuisine under Chef Roberto Solís, Tah-Xido is a contemporary Japanese concept by Chef Luis Arzapalo, and Arenal presents Baja California and Sinaloa-inspired seafood by Chef Hinostroza.
Does Hotel Xcaret Arte have a buffet restaurant?
Yes. Mercado de San Juan at Hotel Xcaret Arte is a lively buffet restaurant inspired by the famous market in Mexico City, featuring culinary stations with traditional dishes from different regions of Mexico and serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner without requiring a reservation.
Can guests at Hotel Xcaret Arte find vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free options?
Yes. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are widely available across the restaurants at Hotel Xcaret Arte, ensuring guests with dietary preferences or restrictions can enjoy the resort’s full culinary offering.
What kind of bars and lounges does Hotel Xcaret Arte offer?
Hotel Xcaret Arte offers 12 bars and lounges, including 3 swim-up bars and Wet Bars serving elevated cocktails poolside. The resort also features a premium coffee bar and deli where baristas guide guests through the tasting of coffee, rounding out the beverage experience at Hotel Xcaret Arte.
Is room service available at Hotel Xcaret Arte?
Yes. Hotel Xcaret Arte offers 24-hour in-room dining as part of the All-Fun Inclusive package, allowing guests to enjoy meals and beverages at any hour without leaving their suite.
Is Kibi-Kibi restaurant available to all guests at Hotel Xcaret Arte?
Kibi-Kibi at Hotel Xcaret Arte, serving Yucatecan and Lebanese cuisine, is exclusive to guests of Casa de los Artistas and requires a reservation; other guests staying elsewhere on property may dine there for an additional per-person charge.