Holbox Hotel Guide
The Best Places to Stay for Every Budget
Updated July 2021
Welcome to Holbox
Holbox is a small, laid-back, and beautiful island off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula. The hotels on the island offer the best of both worlds as it is one of the most stunning islands in the area, and one of the most fairly priced islands to stay on. Most of the hotels are located in the Centro (town center) area. Here is our guide to finding where to stay in Holbox at any price point!
Where to Sleep
The Top Neighborhoods
CENTRO / PLAYA HOLBOX
This is where everything is happening on the island. Hotels, restaurants, shops and more. This is at the western end of the island and most places are easily walkable.
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Budget Hotels
Villa los Mangles Boutique Hotel
Traveling on a budget doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice enjoyable accommodations. This cute boutique hotel is both budget-friendly and stunning. Its five units are each uniquely designed and blend into the scenery. This tranquil getaway is just steps from the beach and just a ten-minute walk from the town center.
Price: $$ Average Reviews: 4.5/5
Marvin Suites
This local family-owned space offers five delightful rooms, each appointed in island colors and comforts. Inexpensive yet extremely comfortable, Marvin suites is situated on a quiet stretch right by the beach. A kitchen is available for use and plenty of hammocks in the common areas make for the relaxing island stay you came here for.
Located in Centro
Alcobas Del Mar
This chic boutique hotel is known for its excellent service and great location. With a bohemian “Tulum” vibe, Albocas Del Mar is a really fun choice for those on a budget. A nice swimming pool and cozy beds complete the package.
Located in Centro
Hotel Mayari Holbox
This clean and well-appointed hotel features a rooftop pool and large, sunny rooms. Many with balconies. Tucked into a quieter neighborhood, Hotel Mayari is just a few blocks from town center and the ferry. Comfortable beds, flat screen TV’s and aircon make this place a great deal in Holbox.
Located in Centro
Hotel Siesta Holbox
The Hotel Siesta Holbox has a convenient (but slightly noisier) central location in the heart of downtown. That being said, guests can be in the water at the beach in one minute. It has ten clean and charming rooms where guests can retire at night. Great food is right downstairs at the attached bar/restaurant.
Located in Centro
Midrange Hotels
Villas Margaritas Hotel & Villas
A beautiful palapa style island getaway, Villas Margaritas is a wonderful collection of rooms and suites with bright colors, hammock, terraces and sunshine. What more could you want! The location and breakfasts get rave reviews as well. Don’t hesitate to check this one out.
Located in Centro
Villas HM Paraiso del Mar
Villas HM Paraiso del Mar has various room and board options including, breakfast, half board, all-inclusive, and premium all-inclusive. Their colorful but straightforward rooms draw inspiration from Mayan culture. Guests can enjoy the beautiful outdoor pool, Paraiso Restaurant, and tropical bars on the grounds.
Located in Centro
Tierra del Mar Hotel
This hotel blends seamlessly into the Yum Balam Protected Nature Area. Just a few steps outside your hotel room is the beach, and with only six hotel rooms at this hotel, your stay will undoubtedly be a peaceful one.
Located in Centro
Hotel El Pueblito
Staff Favorite – Hotel El Pueblito is one of our favorite Holbox hotels because of its beautiful rooms and grounds, and central location. The hotel feels like a tropical refuge, with a pool surrounded by lush plants. The staff is always especially friendly and accommodating.
Located in Centro
High-End Hotels
Holbox Casa las Tortugas Petit Beach Hotel and Spa
This beachfront hotel gets its name from the thirteen turtles that arrived at its shores days before opening. Today, its beaches not only host a great variety of sea creatures but humans as well. Everything about this hotel feels like a luxurious island paradise. The attached restaurant Luuma is in a beautiful garden getaway.
Located on the eastern edge of Centro on the beach
Ser CasaSandra
Ser CasaSandra considers itself an artist’s haven. If you walk around the property, you’ll find an impressive collection of local art and decorative details. Rooms come with the most elegant touches, such as Egyptian cotton sheets and traditional Mexican ornaments.
Located 5 minutes east of Centro by foot
Las Nubes de Holbox
Staff Favorite – We’ve always had a fantastic vacation staying at Las Nubes! Its grounds are spectacular, and the hotel is right on the water. The sunset views from the rooftop lounge area are ridiculously beautiful. It’s also very close to a nature preserve so you can easily explore Holbox’s natural beauty.
Located 25-30 minutes east of Centro by foot on the beach
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We have been to Isla Mujeres twice. And are going back this coming Christmas. Thanks for this info. I want to check out Holbox while in Isla.
We wanted to go somewhere that wasn’t Cancun for our girlfriends graduation and after reading your visitor guide we had to come here. We looked to you again for hotel recommendations and were stoked! Hotel Mawimbi was absolutely amazing!!! Thanks for the recommendations
Thank you for the great information. We will be visiting Holbox this June. Can’t wait!
Thanks for posting this, it took a lot of guess work out of choosing a place to stay. Very nice recommendations.
We LOVE Las Nubes! We will try one of these other places next time we visit. Thanks.
Very helpful. Thanks