Vertical construction is underway at Six Senses Xala, the landmark hotel and branded residences within Xala—a 3,000-acre sustainable coastal community on Mexico’s Pacific coast. Slated to open in March 2028, the project will mark the brand’s debut in Mexico.
Design work for the 51-suite Six Senses hotel is now complete—led by Xala Co-Founding Partner Juan Bremer in collaboration with Combeau Murtagh Architects. Branded residences at Six Senses Xala will feature 36 oceanfront homes set within one of the lowest-density developments ever undertaken in Mexico, where less than 20 percent of the land will be developed. Each residence sits on a 3.7-acre lot with up to 190 feet of beachfront, designed as a single-story retreat that sits quietly within the landscape. The architecture emphasizes indoor-outdoor living and is shaped by the natural topography of Costalegre, preserving the sense of peace that defines Xala. Early response has been strong, with 10 of the first 12 residences in phase one having already been sold.
(Combeau Murtagh Architects/Six Senses Xala)
“This milestone represents years of thoughtful planning and collaboration,” said Bremer. “We approached every element with intentionality, purpose, and an understanding of how the architecture meets the land and Xala’s curated raw-nature ethos. Now that the design is finalized and initial site work concluded, we move into vertical construction with a clear vision for what Six Senses Xala will represent for the region.”
Six Senses—part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle portfolio—has always focused on sustainability, wellness, and crafted experiences. Six Senses Xala will follow the brand’s holistic approach to wellness, with high-tech, high-touch spaces and therapies to help guests grow, reflect, and reconnect. For the active, the indoor gym and fitness amenities transition to the trails outside. For the peace-seekers, a signature Six Senses Spa will offer a healing environment for locally inspired treatments, journeys, and multi-day wellness programs. The Alchemy Bar will highlight the history of regional healing techniques, blending freshly picked or foraged ingredients and complementing the brand’s Eat With Six Senses philosophy—celebrating the best in local produce and flavors of Mexico’s Pacific Coast.
(Combeau Murtagh Architects/Six Senses Xala)
Every aspect of the destination, from density and design to environmental protection, is guided by long-term values. Spanning more than 3,000 acres, Xala offers one of the longest stretches of continuous, secluded beach on the Pacific Coast and maintains an environment where simplicity and open space define the experience. The property includes amenities rarely found within a single community, with over 20 miles of mountain-biking and hiking trails, two estuaries, and four mountains with panoramic viewpoints ideal for sunrise walks, yoga or wildlife observation.
These natural assets sit alongside Xala’s planned 77 Rancho Estates, three beach clubs, surf club anchored by the community’s reef, farm-to-fork restaurant, wine and spirits club, equestrian center, and turtle conservation camp—all designed in harmony with the land. With the nearby Costalegre airport slated to begin local operations in 2026, Xala offers seclusion without sacrificing connectivity.
Furthermore, The Xala Foundation and its Sierra a Mar initiative anchor the community’s long-term commitment to ecological restoration and local empowerment. Their work includes education programs, women-led entrepreneurship, sustainable fishing efforts, and the protection and restoration of 62 miles of coastline, ensuring Xala’s growth supports both the land and its surrounding communities.
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