We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Holbox Island, Mexico. We have also included accommodation in boutique hotels, holiday homes, boats, guest houses, romantic hotels and family-run hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated January 2024.
Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Superb interior design. El Corazón Boutique Hotel at Holbox, Mexico it's an adults only hotel with an eco-friendly concept. For us, helping to preserve the ecology of this lovely island is essential. Therefore all our mattresses are made of bamboo, which helps maintain a cooler temperature than polyester and the sheets are 100% cotton. Also the cleaning products we use are biodegradable and the personal hygiene products in all rooms are organic, produced in the surroundings of the island and we provide them in recyclable containers, since we have a 0% policy on plastics consumption. Most of the energy we use comes from solar panels and the entire luminaire is energy efficient. The structures are like the typical holboxeño style, cement moldings and natural palapa roofs. Also, most of the furniture are made of recycled wood. El Corazon Boutique Hotel is located in the hotel zone, just one block away from the beach. We have eleven rooms, so we can provide a personalized service in a family atmosphere. We have three different room styles to satisfy our guests needs with the best amenities; Two Executive Suites with private terrace, wide and luminous, both rooms are equipped with king-size beds, large showers for couples to enjoy their privacy and the tranquility of the place. Four Superior rooms, also with king size beds and balcony area with garden view to rest and enjoy of a natural environment. Five Deluxe rooms with king-size beds, two of them in the lower level with balcony and outdoor furniture to relax all times of the day. All our rooms have air conditioning, coffee maker machine and free Wi-Fi service. In the common areas you can relax in the hammocks or enjoy our breakfast at the terrace with an incredible view of the surroundings of the island. At El Corazon Boutique Hotel, we offer the comfort and service you need to make your stay at Holbox a dream come true.Show full description
El Corazón Boutique Hotel is a small, eco-friendly accommodation situated in the Yum-Balam Nature Reserve. With personalized service, it provides a peaceful and environmentally conscious stay.
Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. CASA CAT BA Beachfront Boutique Hotel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Holbox Island. Built in 1990, the property is within a few steps of Playa Holbox and 2.3 km of Punta Coco. The accommodation offers an à la carte or continental breakfast. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. With a private bathroom equipped with a hairdryer, rooms at the hotel also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms have a balcony. At CASA CAT BA Beachfront Boutique Hotel each room includes bed linen and towels. Guests at CASA CAT BA Beachfront Boutique Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Holbox Island, like snorkelling.Show full description
Casa Cat Ba Beachfront Boutique Hotel is a small and exclusive hotel with a private and intimate experience. Guests can enjoy stunning ocean views from private balconies. The hotel has an open-air bar, breakfast area, and a deck for relaxation.
Boutique hotel.Creative. Great location. Set in Holbox Island, Hotel Mawimbi offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Playa Holbox and offers various facilities, such as a garden, a restaurant and a bar. Built in 1998, the property is within 2.8 km of Punta Coco. The hotel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This might be the most creative, cosy and lively boutique hotel in Holbox Island. It also has a great location and beautiful surroundings. WOW!
Guest House.Romantic. Great value. Set within 400 metres of Playa Holbox and 2.9 km of Punta Coco in Holbox Island, Casa Mech offers accommodation with seating area. The property has garden and inner courtyard views. The guest house features a rooftop pool with a fence, along with public bath and free WiFi. Accessible via private entrance, all units have air conditioning, soundproofing, desk and a private bathroom with a shower. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with city views and outdoor furniture. At the guest house, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop on-site. Sightseeing tours are available in the neighbourhood. A bicycle rental service is available at the guest house.Show full description
Casa Mech on Holbox Island is a unique hotel that prioritizes relaxation and escaping from everyday routines. It features a charming pool, garden, and terrace. The rooms are air-conditioned and offer serene views of the garden.
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. This boutique hotel, located on Holbox Island, is situated along the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. Ser Casasandra offers sea views, a private beach with cabanas, on-site restaurant and spacious rooms. Rooms at Ser Casasandra Boutique Hotel are decorated with wood-beam ceilings, hand-made furniture and bright colors. Each has a private balcony. Guests can relax on the sun terrace by the outdoor pool or arrange activities at the tour desk. Dining at Ser Casasandra Boutique Hotel includes the Gourmet Restaurant, which serves Mexican and international cuisine in an elegant atmosphere. The snack bar is open all day and offers a variety of snacks and drinks.Show full description
I would describe this as the most ELEGANT boutique hotel in Holbox Island.
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Great bar. This family-run hotel is located in front of the beach on the beautiful Holbox Island, just off Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula. It offers an outdoor pool, hot tub and stylish hut-style rooms. The rooms at La Casa de las Tortugas Petit Beach Hotel & Spa feature bamboo frames and ethnic furniture. Our rooms can have a terrace or balcony. Our restaurants serves a range of international food. Holbox Island is a popular destination for kiteboarding and snorkeling. Cancun Airport is around 70 km away, and a shuttle service is available on request.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most beautiful and cool boutique hotels in Holbox Island.
Boutique hotel.Unique. Great views. Popular among women.Opened February 2022. Set in Holbox Island, a few steps from Playa Holbox, Hotel Boutique Casa Muuch Holbox - Solo Adultos offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as a terrace. With an outdoor swimming pool, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the hotel. Punta Coco is 1.2 km from Hotel Boutique Casa Muuch Holbox - Solo Adultos.Show full description
This boutique hotel stands out with its elegant and modern design. It offers breathtaking views of the beach and ocean from its rooms and terrace. The pool area provides a relaxing atmosphere and beautiful sunsets.
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great bar. Villa Caracol is located on Playa Norte Beach, on the north coast of Holbox Island. It offers air-conditioned accommodation with free Wi-Fi, and a private beach area with Balinese beds and loungers. Holbox is part of the Yum Balam Nature Reserve, home to exotic birds, sea turtles, dolphins and whale sharks. Each stylish Villa Caracol suite features elegant contemporary décor, cable TV and a private bathroom. Guests can use Villa Caracol’s kayaks to explore the island and sea. A beachclub is available and features a restaurant and bar from 10:00 util 19:00 hours while breakfast is available from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. Holbox Ferry Terminal is a 5-minute drive from Villa Caracol, and offers whale shark-watching trips and regular connections to Chiquilá.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Very stylish. Great interior design.Opened December 2020. Boutique Hotel EL NIDO Holbox has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a restaurant and bar in Holbox Island. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or American options. The accommodation features room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms include a wardrobe, bed linen and a terrace with pool view. Rooms have a safety deposit box, while certain rooms have a balcony. Punta Coco is 400 metres from Boutique Hotel EL NIDO Holbox, while Playa Holbox is 400 metres from the property.Show full description
This is the most stylish boutique hotel in Holbox Island.
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Nice interior design. Popular among couples. Please note that a prepayment is required to secure your reservation, in accordance with the Reservation Policies. The property will contact you with payment instructions. You can pay with PayPal with an additional commission of 6%, likewise the card charge implies a commission of 6%. The property accepts payments with credit cards upon check-in with an extra 5% commission fee. Please note that the property advises guests to travel with cash, since the island doesn't have any banks, only has one ATM and credit card terminals often malfunction. Please note when booking 3 rooms or more or 6 or more guest, special policies apply. Tierra del Mar Hotel is located a few steps from the beach, close to the town center, where the nightlife of Holbox Island is concentrated. Loud music can be expected until midnight. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. All rooms come with a private bathroom. You will find a shared lounge at the property and also a boutique where you can purchase a selection of our handcrafted products. Cancún International Airport is 175 km away. Breakfast is served directly on the beach, just one minute from the hotel.Show full description
This might be the most relaxing boutique hotel in Holbox Island.
Bed and Breakfast.Romantic. Great location. Popular among couples. Located in Holbox Island, 400 metres from Playa Holbox, Casa Blanca provides air-conditioned rooms and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Guests can make use of outdoor furniture if they wish to dine or sit outside. Featuring views of the pool, all units in the property come with private entrance and a private pool. Featuring a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also provide guests with free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great bar. Set on the beautiful beach of Holbox Island, this accommodation offers privacy within a walking distance from the town centre. Palapas Del Sol features air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and a pool. Rooms at Del Sol are set in 6 beach cottages that feature local palapa architecture with palm-thatched roofs. The cottages have their own terrace with hammocks and there are mosquito nets on each window. The interiors of the rooms feature tiled floors and Mexican décor. Each comes with a private bathroom and an iPod docking station on the seating area. There is also a hammock inside each room. Palapas Del Sol has an outdoor pool set on the beach sand, featuring views of the Caribbean Sea. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are offered at Del Sol, serving traditional dishes made with local produce and organic food.Show full description
Holiday Home.Unique. Set in Holbox Island in the Quintana Roo region, Casa Cacahuate Holbox-Casa entera con jardin-Whole house with garden has a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.4 km from Playa Holbox, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.4 km from Punta Coco. The spacious holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some chocolates or cookies.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Great value. Popular among couples. Hotel Para Ti - Adults Only has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Holbox Island. With a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features a hot tub and room service. At the hotel, all rooms include a wardrobe. Every room has a safety deposit box, while selected rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature pool views. At Hotel Para Ti - Adults Only the rooms come with bed linen and towels. A continental, Italian or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Holbox Island, like cycling. Playa Holbox is 300 metres from Hotel Para Ti - Adults Only, while Punta Coco is 2.3 km from the property.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Holbox Island.
Holiday Home.Charming. Set in the paradisiac island of Holbox, Casa Cereza is a rustic style property that features thatched roofs, free Wi-Fi access and a cafeteria on site. Guests will also enjoy a private beach area and the tropical gardens surrounding the property. The bungalow is divided into a kitchen with fridge, coffee machine, stovetop, and a dining area, living area, terrace that overlooks the sea, 2 independent bedrooms and a full bathroom with a shower. Within a 10-minute walk guests will find the town of Holbox, where a variety of restaurants and shops can be explored. The staff at Casa Cereza can help guests arrange tour trips for fishing, bird watching, kayaking, horse-riding, biking and whale watching. To get to Holbox Island guests will have to travel around 2 hours by car to the ferry station in Chiquilá, and the ferry boat travel lasts about 30 minutes more.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most CHARMING holiday homes in Holbox Island.
Boutique hotel.Nice style. Great location. Popular among women.Opened December 2020. Casa Peregrino Holbox is located in Holbox Island, 60 metres from Playa Holbox and 2.5 km from Punta Coco. The property features hot tub and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all units at Casa Peregrino Holbox have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms will provide you with a terrace. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely surroundings. Popular among women. Set in Holbox Island, Hotel Casa Takywara offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Playa Holbox and provides various facilities, such as a terrace and a private beach area. Featuring a garden, this 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service, a concierge service and organising tours for guests. The units at the hotel come with a seating area. All rooms come with a coffee machine, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also have sea views. At Hotel Casa Takywara each room includes bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation. Punta Coco is 1.8 km from Hotel Casa Takywara.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Rooftop restaurant. Set in Holbox Island, Vainilla Holbox Island offers accommodation with free WiFi and access to a garden. There is a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries in each unit, along with a hair dryer. The accommodation offers a terrace. The nearest airport is Cancún International Airport, 75 km from the property.Show full description
This apartment hotel has a cool rooftop restaurant.
Boutique hotel.Great views. Villas Flamingos is a tropical beachfront property located within the Yum Balam Natural Reserve on Holbox Island, surrounded by the Caribbean Sea. It offers a pool and a bar-restaurant which serves a free continental breakfast. Villas Flamingos offers bungalow-style accommodation next to the ocean. Each room has a balcony with hammocks and a private bathroom. The hotel offers scuba diving, kayaking and snorkeling for an extra charge. There are regular ferries from the island to the mainland town of Chiquilá, which is around a 90-minute drive from Cancun International Airport.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great location. Set in Holbox Island, 50 metres from Playa Holbox, Casa Hridaya Hotel Boutique offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a concierge service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, all rooms come with a desk, bed linen and a balcony with pool view. Casa Hridaya Hotel Boutique features certain units with river views, and each room includes a coffee machine. The units feature a safety deposit box.Show full description
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