Playa Viva
Juluchuca, Guerrero, Mexico
Discover the rugged, unspoiled beauty of Mexico.
We all need wild places to regenerate our souls. At Playa Viva you can enjoy the rugged, unspoiled beauty of Mexico in the luxury of an environmentally-conscious resort. From farm-to-table cuisine and yoga retreats to nurturing wild turtle habitats, Playa Viva treasures the environment as well as its guests for an unforgettable stay in harmony with nature.
Playa Viva believes in the simple luxury of nature. The property is situated on a mile of pristine private beach surrounded by lush green palms. You'll fall asleep to the lullaby of the Pacific Ocean and wake to the warm breeze on your skin. Tour the on-site farm where the kitchen sources coconuts, mangos, cashews, tamarind, tomatoes, lettuces, cactus and many other delights. Visit the baby sea turtle sanctuary and explore a diverse coastal ecosystem.
With each passing moment at Playa Viva, you'll feel more connected to the natural world around you.
What Awaits You
Mile of Private Pacific Beach
Wake to a warm breeze and fall asleep to the lullaby of the Pacific on a mile of pristine, private sand framed by lush palms.
On-Site Permaculture Farm
Tour a working farm growing coconuts, mangos, cashews, tamarind, tomatoes, lettuces, cactus and more — much of it served at your table.
Baby Sea Turtle Sanctuary
Visit Playa Viva's turtle sanctuary and witness hatchlings released to the sea — part of an ongoing program to protect endangered Pacific species.
Estuary, Forest & Ancient Site
Nearly 200 acres of estuary, mangrove, coastal forest and an Aztec archaeological site — a living mosaic of biodiversity to explore.
Regenerative ImpactGuilt-Free Luxury, Rooted in Place
Playa Viva invites you to enjoy the rugged, unspoiled beauty of Mexico in the guilt-free luxury of an environmentally conscious resort dedicated to sustainability and regenerative practices.
Sea Turtle Sanctuary
An on-site sanctuary protects nesting beaches, incubates eggs and releases hatchlings to the Pacific — turning the property into an active partner in coastal species recovery.
Permaculture & Farm-to-Table
A working permaculture farm grows coconuts, mangos, cashews, tamarind, vegetables and herbs that feed the kitchen — supporting soil health, biodiversity and short food miles.
Estuary & Mangrove Stewardship
Nearly 200 acres of estuary, mangrove and coastal forest are kept in trust for wildlife, with low-impact trails and tours that interpret rather than disturb these fragile ecosystems.
Juluchuca Community Partnership
Playa Viva works hand-in-hand with the village of Juluchuca on education, livelihoods and local sourcing — ensuring guest stays directly strengthen the surrounding community.
A Glimpse of Playa Viva
Playa Viva
Nestled between the sparkling waters of the Pacific Ocean and the majestic Sierra Madre Mountains near the village of Juluchuca, Playa Viva sits on a mile of pristine, private beach. The property's nearly 200 acres include an estuary, an Aztec archaeological site, a turtle sanctuary, and a coastal forest and mangrove ecosystem teeming with wildlife — close enough to modernity, yet worlds away.
- Hotel AddressJuluchuca, Mexico
- Closest AirportZihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH)
- Travel Time From AirportApproximately a 50 minute drive from ZIH
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Begin planning your barefoot regenerative escape on Mexico's wild Pacific coast.
