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The massive and stunning Gem Spa lies hidden within the walls of Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancún All Inclusive Spa Resort, an elegant beach resort located in the heart of Cancun. Known for its lagoon-style pools and impeccable restaurants, the hotel boasts a Four-Star spa every bit as beautiful as its beach.
A wide staircase leads up to the lavish retreat that overlooks a blue pool lined with soothing jets, granting arriving you a glimpse of the pampering that is sure to come with gemstone-therapy-inspired services. Designated areas for men and women are found on opposing sides of the room, with both being a warmly lit haven where heat and cold combine to bring restoration and peace.
A glass elevator travels down to the lower floor, where the spa’s blue-tinged relaxation den is found. The 26 treatment rooms exude tranquility with rich wood, sand-colored marble, black granite and Italian mosaics throughout the impressive 40,000-square-foot space.
A wide staircase leads up to the lavish retreat that overlooks a blue pool lined with soothing jets, granting arriving you a glimpse of the pampering that is sure to come with gemstone-therapy-inspired services. Designated areas for men and women are found on opposing sides of the room, with both being a warmly lit haven where heat and cold combine to bring restoration and peace.
A glass elevator travels down to the lower floor, where the spa’s blue-tinged relaxation den is found. The 26 treatment rooms exude tranquility with rich wood, sand-colored marble, black granite and Italian mosaics throughout the impressive 40,000-square-foot space.
Our Inspector's Highlights
- Every experience at the Cancun oasis begins with rejuvenating the body with a 10-step hydrotherapy ritual, promising luxury before the scheduled treatments even begin.
- Whether you are in need of quick tension relief or an extensive 80-minute deep-tissue rubdown, Gem Spa’s massage menu features a wide range of techniques from around the globe that can alleviate stress no matter how severe.
- This spa knows exactly how to set the mood for a romantic getaway, which can be witnessed in its Romantic Escape Couple’s Massage — an aromatic rose oil massage is given within the spacious and beautifully equipped Coral Suite.
- The Seventh Wonder Luxury Massage features quartz gemstones that are placed on seven chakra areas, and aromatic oils to peacefully perk you up.
- Indulge in a combination of Balinese, Indian, Thai and Chinese techniques with the Asian Wisdom Massage.
Things to Know
- This Cancun spa prides itself in being a haven for adults, offering a separate Gem Spa for kids ranging in ages from 5 to 15 years old.
- Arrive at least one hour before your treatment is scheduled so that you can fully enjoy the 10-step hydrotherapy ritual.
The Treatments
- Inspired by the ingredients and techniques used by the Mayan people from the regions surrounding Cancun, the luxury spa boasts several Mayan treatments designed to renew and relieve.
- Copal, a local tree resin that cleanses and purifies the spirit in ancient Mayan ceremonies, has its revitalizing properties utilized in the 50-minute Mayan Body Treatment with Copal Resin. After a hydrating exfoliating body wrap, the ritual ends with a calming massage to ease sore muscles.
- The Caribbean Breeze Personalized Facial begins with a thorough skin analysis, allowing the spa’s expert therapist to curate the best products for your skin type during this tailored treatment.
The Facilities
- In the spa’s state-of-the-art fitness center, sweat it all out while taking in the gorgeous view of the ocean backdrop.
- Both women and men are offered a seemingly infinite amount of pampering services in the full-service salon, including pedicures, manicures, foot massages, hair stylists and waxing services.
- The spa boutique offers indigenous beauty products and healing gem stones, as well as pampering merchandise from brands such as Natura Bissé and Germaine de Capuccini.
Getting There
Boulevard Kukulcan km 9.5, Lote 6 Zona Hotelera, Cancun, Roo 77500
TEL52-998-881-3200 ext 4749
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