Ancient rituals and jungle-framed serenity converge to create a deeply immersive wellness experience.
Set between the jungle and the Pacific Ocean, the One&Only Mandarina feels less like a resort and more like a living, breathing extension of the land itself. Just north of Puerto Vallarta, this secluded coastal sanctuary invites guests to slow down, reconnect, and experience wellness through the lens of nature.
Towering palms and the calls of tropical birds create a sensory backdrop that immediately quiets the mind. The resort’s design of open-air villas constructed with natural materials dissolve the boundary between the indoors and out, allowing the environment to become an integral part of the overall experience.
At the heart of this property is the spa, an enclave hidden within the jungle, seamlessly woven into the natural landscape. Six treatment spaces are carved directly into a volcanic rock garden, creating an atmosphere that feels both elemental and deeply grounding.
The treatments themselves draw from Mexico’s rich Indigenous heritage. Ancient healing traditions are reimagined through modern techniques, with therapies that incorporate native botanicals, mineral-rich clays, and time-honored rituals. Guests can immerse themselves in purifying mud treatments that nourish the skin, or step into the resort’s temazcal, a traditional sweat lodge rooted in pre-Hispanic culture. Beyond the spa, wellness unfolds with morning yoga that overlooks the ocean, while guided hikes weave through the jungle.
There are various dining options including Carao, perched dramatically along the cliffs of Mandarina and helmed by Enrique Olvera, the globally celebrated chef known for redefining modern Mexican cuisine. The menu draws on the local surroundings using locally sourced ingredients from suppliers in the Nayarit and Jalisco regions of Mexico. Olivera states that “Carao is a celebration of not only food, but also the destination of Mandarina, the community, and its vibrant culture through music and art, sparking a connection between all of these elements and our guests.”
At One&Only Mandarina, wellness isn’t confined to a treatment menu. Here, it’s a holistic journey shaped by the land, its history, and its rhythms.