10 Top-Rated Villas in Yucatan Peninsula

April 23, 2023 Nobuko Falco

Hidden gems of Yucatan, such as Tulum, Akumal, Chetumal, Chichen Itza and Merida, offer an authentic taste of Mexico. Akumal and more Caribbean-style Chetumal, near the Belize border, deliver delectable white-sand beaches and great snorkelling. Merida, Chichen Itza and Tulum, with their ancient ruins, offer a passage into the Yucatanâs native history. Nature lovers can jungle trek and swim in subterranean sinkholes filled with crystal-clear water. Bike around the ruins and hop between towns in colectivo vans.
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1. Una Vida

Av La Selva Entre Kohunlich y Xcaret, Tulum 77780 Mexico
Excellent
74%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 58 reviews

Una Vida

Una Vida is a tropical oasis tucked away in the jungles of Tulum. We are just a few minute stroll to town and 3.5 miles to world class beaches. Tulum Town offers some of the best restaurants, shops and bars - all of which are very authentic and affordable. Our guest have full access to our grounds which consist of two restaurants, two resort style pools, palapa bar, yoga shala, fire pit, tezmazcal and sound healing. Una Vida offers some of the most spacious and well-appointed accommodations in all of Tulum. We were awarded the 2017 Best Hotel Design Award for the entire Riviera Maya. We were the first non-beachfront property to ever receive this honor. We are proud to be the premiere boutique hotel in Tulum Town. We designed our spaces with sharing and families in mind. Our 1 and 2 bedroom units offer spacious detached living areas with full kitchenettes, dining rooms and lounging daybeds. All rooms have private outdoor space and first floor rooms have extra large outdoor showers and bathtubs. Villa Jacinta is our private 3-bedroom, 3.5 bathroom villa with a private dipping pool, outdoor lounge and dining area. All of the bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms and private outdoor space.

Family vacation to remember

Reviewed By Cruiser68391050762

We have stayed at countless hotels in several countries but our stay at Una Vida was by far one of the best stays. The staff, the boutique property and the food was just perfect. We booked their jungle 3 bedroom Villa and it was perfect for our family. Would love to visit again.

2. Hotel Villas El Encanto

Calle 21 Sur No. 44 Entre Rafael E. Melgar Y 5ta. Av. Colonia Andrés Quintana Roo, Cozumel 77663 Mexico
Excellent
80%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 177 reviews

Hotel Villas El Encanto

Welcome to Villas “El Encanto”, a new concept of lodging, the ideal place to relax and feel like at home. Villas “El Encanto” is a family business, personally attended by the owners. Inspired by the Mexican minimalist architecture, surrounded by tropical gardens and jungle, only one block from the Caribbean Sea, three blocks from the commercial area of the island of Cozumel and 5 minutes from de International Airport. An ideal refuge to harmonize, rest, and relax your mind and body. Villas EL ENCANTO COZUMEL , is only two blocks from the ocean front, and 5 blocks from downtown ,close to the best areas for shooping and have a nice mexican dinner. We are local family busines and we are more than happy to welcome you in this beutifull Island of Cozumel .

Relaxing get away bungalow

Reviewed By ejk304

Stayed in a lovely little bungalow with the pool right outside. A bit far from the main downtown - walking time 20 minutes - but it was very calm and quiet. If you prefer the quite, not-as-touristy-feeling then this is a great area for you. Lots of places to eat a few blocks away. The rooms were very clean and the grounds were also spotless. We had air conditioner and a communal kitchen that we could use. The only nice add would have been an in house breakfast :). Their wifi was a bit spotting. So not good for working, but perfect for internet surfing and photo uploading. Would stay again next time we are in Cozumel.

3. Aventuras Club Lagoon and All Suites Resort

Av. Bahia Xcacel 7 Lote 1-4, Puerto Aventuras 77733 Mexico
Excellent
88%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 347 reviews

Aventuras Club Lagoon and All Suites Resort

We offer a two and three bedroom villa that are lavishly furnished, decorated and supplied with everything you’ll need. The beautiful resort community offers diving, snorkeling, deep sea fishing, biking, golf, kayaking, swimming with the dolphins, shopping, fine dining and much more. We are conveniently located just an hour south of Cancun, 20 minutes south of Playa Del Carmen and 15 minutes north of Tulum.The villa is big, luxurious and fully equipped, it is fully furnished in Caribbean decor.The villa is facing the marina, and is near the restaurants, dolphin pond and shops. Enjoy the spectacular view of the marina and its yachts. The marina building features a 10 person outdoor whirlpool tub, walk-in pool and propane barbeque area under request (additional fee applies)We have also available (ask for details) villas on a separate lagoon location.

Mr. S. Rochon

Reviewed By Sightsee529803

My family and I spent our 2019-20 New Years vacation here at the Aventuras Club Marina and had a very nice time. The atmosphere was so perfect and Mr Alfredo assisted us from beginning to end of our stay. We highly recommend Aventuras Club Marina for your stay in Puerto Aventuras!

4. Albatros Suites by Bedsfriends

Carretera Costera Sur km 2.98, San Miguel de Cozumel, Cozumel 77600 Mexico
Excellent
98%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 50 reviews

Albatros Suites by Bedsfriends

Albatros Suites by Bedsfriends offers you 11 comfortable designer suites, in a relaxed, natural, cosmopolita ambience, with an excellent view of the Cozumel Caribbean sea.

Just average

Reviewed By ammantio

The good: food is great, the restaurant serves really wonderful breakfast and dinner and creative cocktails at a very reasonable price. The location works, walking distance to shops and the beach, a dive shop and the garden area are lovely. The staff is also very helpful and accommodating. The not so good: The noise. The road noise is quite loud as there is a speed bump directly in front of the hotel that encourages drivers to hit the gas right after they go over it. The beach club across the street...awful...playing very loud, bass thumping music well past the ordinance times and levels. This was the worst part of the stay...impossible to relax on the veranda or sleep. The owners are working on buying the beach club and get constant complaints, in the mean time they do apologize and offer small discounts as a concessions to try to help, really the best they can do and I applaud them for that.

5. Aldea Maya-ha

Carretera Ruta De Los Cenotes Km 3.5 500 Metros Dentro De La Carretera, Puerto Morelos 77580 Mexico
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 45 reviews

Aldea Maya-ha

The cabins at Aldea Maya Ha are unique, each one has it's own soul. Immerse in the mayan jungle with 2 Cenotes makes this place one in the world. Live the experience of our different therapies and retreats offered by our hosts and professional staff.

Keeps getting better on each visit.

Reviewed By michelcastrom

Keeps getting better on each visit. We’ve seen the growth of this place since 3 years ago and it’s better on every visit, they now have 2 beautiful private cenotes and kitchen, which by the way, is a most try. I had the Aldea’s eggs and the pasta, both are delicious.

6. Grand Hotel Gota de Sal

Ave. Javier Rojo Gomez, Puerto Morelos 77580 Mexico
Excellent
31%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
9%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 140 reviews

Grand Hotel Gota de Sal

Great hotel, great beach club, will stay again

Reviewed By Mia I

We arrived into Cancun early in the morning, so before making the drive to our first destination, stopped in Puerto Morelos. We walked down to the beach and ended up at the beach club connected to the hotel. Its $300 pesos ($150 if you're staying at the hotel) for a palapa rental for an entire day - this includes 2 loungers, 2 tables, and 4 chairs. All in all, we spent 3 different days at the beach club. Antonio provided amazing service to us, and even remembered us days later! We actually needed someplace to stay from an extra night, so we booked for later in the week. And it did not disappoint. We were booked into a room on the far back left of the hotel, with a second door that opened out to the beach side. The room had 2 full beds, full bathroom, plenty of surfaces for luggage, bags, etc. It also had a mini-fridge and a safe. The hotel is very central, and we walked everywhere we wanted to go within Puerto Morelos proper. We were able to leave our car parked in the parking lot with no security concerns. There is a live music bar across the street (Lauro's) which can be heard from the hotel, but they do shut down around 11ish. So be aware if you are looking for quiet in the evening. Other than that, it was quiet, and leaving the window open, you can hear the ocean. When we come back to Cancun/Puerto Morelos, we will be booking at Gota de Sal!

7. Villas Ecotucan

Carretera 307 Chetumal-Cancun km 27.3 5 Km Al Norte de Bacalar, Bacalar 77930 Mexico
Excellent
39%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
13%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 238 reviews

Villas Ecotucan

Spend your days surrounded by nature at the shores of the beautiful Laguna Bacalar, Mexico’s second largest freshwater lake. Stay in one of ten comfortable and spacious stone cabins with thatch roofs, surrounded by tropical gardens and reminiscent of a Mayan settlement offering guests a tranquil base for relaxing with nature. Swim, kayak or sail the magnificent lagoon, explore the many nearby ruins, hike jungle trails, or just enjoy our scenic beauty, birds, and wildlife. At the end of the day, fall asleep to the comforting hum of the surrounding jungle.

Secret peaceful spot in the jungle.

Reviewed By Travel07751640479

If you like peace & quiet in the middle of the jungle, thus is for you. Not if you are looking for luxury. Almost like a secret place. Found out about it from a native who was selling freshly squeezed juices. Passivity a good place to stay if you go to los rapids, tolum & puerto Morelos.

8. Abbey del Sol

Av. Ninos Heroes 806, Puerto Morelos 77580 Mexico
Excellent
83%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 141 reviews

Abbey del Sol

Attractive, safe & comfortable well maintained vacation rental suites and homes with many amenities and extras for that perfect relaxing vacation. Our central office is located at Abbey Del Sol 2 and our onsite english and spanish speaking staff are here to assist you and will help you with anything you need. From airport transfers to assisting with activities to restaurant suggestions. Excellent location within 1.5 blocks from the gorgeous quite beach and 3 to 8 blocks from the quaint town square depending on the property location. Our charming little town hosts over 60 amazing restaurants, to gorgeous white soft sand beaches & accommodations that steal your heart away. If your looking for a stress free vacation, look no further.

Amazing hotel with fantastic staff in a beautiful spot

Reviewed By bengZ6507OA

Jin, Mariela, and the rest of the team at Abbey del Sol were incredibly warm, welcoming, and helpful. They gave us lots of tips for things to do, how to do them, etc. The hotel itself was so beautiful: both the room and the pool area which is nice and sunny in the mornings and shaded in the afternoons. And Puerto Morelos is adorable! We loved exploring the restaurants, beach clubs, and shops that this quaint little town had to offer. And we're so glad we did it from Abbey del Sol! You really can't beat the value for the price.

9. Villas Margaritas Holbox

Calle Gerónimo de Aguilar Mz. 26 Lt. 3, Holbox, Holbox Island 77310 Mexico
Excellent
37%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
7%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 121 reviews

Villas Margaritas Holbox

a rasonable place to stay

Reviewed By Scarlett W

The man at the reception desk was always very helpful and kind. The breakfast was not all that good ans we could not get wifi in our rooms. sometimes it was dodgy in the public area as well. The hotel was within walking distance of the beach and a 20 minute walk to the town center. I loved Holbox in general as it was very colourful with lots of murals on the walls. My room was very large and cleaned everyday - thou it ranged from barely adequate to incredibly amazing with sculptured towels one day :-). I was unsure if I was meant to eave a tip every day as the standard went down when I did not. I left a tip at the end as is generally the custom.

10. Residencial Tulipanes Cancun

Av. Benito Juarez corner Margarita Maza, SM 308 MZ 5 LT 5, Col. Doctores-Bonfil, Cancun 77560 Mexico
Excellent
23%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
6%
Terrible
13%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 31 reviews

Residencial Tulipanes Cancun

Get more for your money

Reviewed By Alicia H

This place was only $25 a night. Which I loved because I'm cheap like that. I was pleasantly surprised with what we got for our money. The room slept 3 people, had a little sitting room and a kitchen with a decent size refrigerator. It was pretty clean. The only thing in question were the bed coverings. They seemed cleanish I think they just needed to replace the set because there were a few little stains but nothing too serious. They have AC units but upon arrival the room was super hot! It took a while to cool down because of the vaulted ceilings but it got pretty cold after a while. They are single level villa style with a nice clean pool. It's walled in and gated like a fortress so you definitely feel secure and safe. There is not much in walking distance of the area but we were able to drive a few blocks and found a small Mom and Pop restaurant. The streets around the area are not well maintained, there are no street lights and the streets are filled with huge potholes so be careful if you are driving your a car at night. I think this is a great hotel for an over night stay especially if you are budget conscious.

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