An Oasis four your Senses

El Santuario Resort Spa (The Sanctuary) is a luxurious haven set on 494 acres, on the shore of lake Valle de Bravo. The mountains, pine forests, starry nights, sunny days and the song of birds, make it an unforgettable experience for visitors. Across the lake, opposite El Santuario, is the picturesque sixteenth century town with its cobblestone streets and welcoming atmosphere.  

Located on an energy-filled quarts mountain, El Santuario Resort Spa is a spectacular paradise created for your complete relaxation.

 

Spa, an experience that will change your outlook

El San­tua­rio’s spa is a pa­ra­di­se for body and mind. It co­vers an area of half an acre and re­de­fi­nes the spa ex­pe­rien­ce. It of­fers over 60 the­ra­pies, 15 the­rapy ca­bins, a cou­ple’s sui­te with pri­va­te fi­re­pla­ce, floa­tarium and gym. It also has a “Body and Soul” studio with activities like yoga, meditation, tai-chi and aerobics, in addition to an oxygen bar, boutique and beauty parlor, all with views of the lake or mountains.

El Sanatuario’s signature therapy is “Yenecamu” which means, “place between two waters”. The three hour treatment takes place in the center of the lake, on the “Spa Poontoon” boat and includes services such as cactus body exfoliation, hydrating mescal-tequila body wrap and a relaxing Swedish massage, among others.  

 

 

The spa has all the necessary facilities and accessories: dressing rooms with a fireplace, jacuzzi, sauna and steam bath, rain water showers, robes, slippers and complementary lotions, hydrotherapy tubs and talasotherapy treatments, Juice and Snack bar and a circular space for meditation with individual queen-size loungers, surrounded by water and cascades, plus a 180° view of the lake and an impressive hanging copper chimney.        

 

Hotel

With a privileged micro-climate, no humidity, 90% less rainfall and more than 8°C than the rest of Valle de Bravo, El Santuario is the only place where you can watch the rain fall on the other side of lake while you sunbathe. 

Architecture of the elements: water, air, earth, balance and tranquility make this magnificent construction a jewel for the recreation of the spirit.

Marina, restaurant-bar, wading pool, separate “Infinity Edge” swimming pools for kids, young people and adults, multipurpose halls and, soon, the Narcissus Quagliata cupola, one of the most important works of its kind in the world.

 

 

 

 

All of El San­tua­rio’s 64 lu­xury rooms ha­ve a pri­va­te “In­fi­nity Ed­ge” swim­ming pool, which means that, when the view of the pool coin­ci­des with the la­ke, it crea­tes an op­ti­cal illu­sion of in­fi­nity. The rooms ha­ve down quilts, Egyp­tian  li­nes in the dé­cor and ame­ni­ties li­ke aro­mat­he­rapy, a pa­no­ra­mic view of the la­ke and moun­tains, areas for re­la­xing, con­ver­ti­ble fu­ton, queen-si­ze loun­ger, mi­ni bar, TV, sa­fe,  di­rect-dial pho­nes, hand­ma­de, fi­ne wood fur­ni­tu­re and onyx lamps. The mar­ble bath­rooms al­so ha­ve a view of the la­ke and fea­tu­re Mu­ra­no sty­le glass sinks and dou­ble sho­wer­heads with a wa­ter­fall and ri­ver sto­ne floors for re­fle­xo­logy, as well as uni­que Vic­tor Klas­sen sculp­tu­res.        

 

Real estate development

The El Santuario real estate development covers ecological reserves and natural areas. It has tiled streets, electricity and subterranean services. There are lots for sale starting at 1,196 square yards (1,000 square meters) as well as club shares.  

 

Restaurant

The restaurant at El Santuario, which also features a view of the lake, offers Spa and international cuisine with a Mexican touch. The food is prepared with the finest locally grown ingredients, organic fruits and vegetables. El Santuario has two lounges in addition to the poolside “Palapa Bar”. For special events, this exclusive spot has banquet halls with a capacity for up to 1,000 people. 

 

 

 

 

Golfer’s Club, Nautical Club and sport activities

El Santuario is heaven for sports enthusiasts; a 9-hole, par 3 Executive Golf Course, mountain bike ecological paths and tracks, marina and water sports like sailing and water skiing, tennis court, paddle tennis court, eco-adventure tours, parapenting and canopy cable tours, all surrounded by exuberant nature.    

 

Equestrian Club

Made from adobe brick, earth from El Santuario and fine woods, the Equestrian Club features a certified jumping track, grass grandstands to enjoy the competitions while you contemplate the lake, a large paddock with grazing grounds where the horses can roam free and even a jockey bar with great ambiance.      

 

 

 

Text: AMURA ± Photo: El Santuario Valle de Bravo