Beginning in 1923, and for more than 20 years, the main building of this 16th century Hacienda was the headquarters of the Carnegie Institution Maya Archaeological Expedition. Garden cottages were built for the carnegie staff and many fruit and flowering trees were planted in the garden. The cottages have been rebuilt and modernized without destroying their rustic charm. Yaxkin Spa is located within the Hacienda Chichen Resort main gardens . a few steps away from the impressive Maya archaeological city of Chichen Itza. Yaxkin Spa offers a full range of stress-relief and beauty treatments . based on ancient Maya culture and rites . in unique environments ranging from inviting private chambers with open terraces to the couples sanctuary . a private tropical garden with a cenote water-pool and an open air massage enclave. The natural essential elements found in Wild Organic Melipona Honey . cacao . aloe vera . mayan clays . herbs . tropical fruits and flowers invigorate and cleanse the body from toxins and the effects of stress in the body. At Yaxkin Spa . these natural elements are used in combination with Mayan fine clays . sisal rubs and marine sponge baths to invoke the unique source of spiritual and physical energy for which ancient Maya healing rites are knows. For complete information on Spa hours . services and prices please contact us at - yaxkinspa@haciendachicken.com.