I'll also admit that most of my trips to Isla (which are many) have been with my BF who likes the fancier things so we stay in nice hotels. It's a little difficult on a backpacker budget, but it is possible to have a low-cost tropical vacation in this luxurious spot. For things to do and how to get there, see Isla Mujeres, Caribbean Luxury at Mexico Prices!.
Deals on Fancy Hotels
Privilege Aluxes Adults Only
is nice, is almost on Playa Norte, and has possibly the best pool on the island. They have all-inclusive specials sometimes that are a very good deal.Ixchel
is in a fantastic location on Playa Norte with a pool, and it included beach chairs and umbrellas for hotel guests. The only way you'll get a good deal here (around $100/night) is by booking one of the standard rooms.Mid-Range Hotels
Cabañas Maria del Mar
is a good choice. Their prices are reasonable ($80/night), they have a pool, the property is on the water but only some rooms have an ocean view, they supply free drinking water, and Buho's Bar is on the property. The hotel does not provide beach chairs and umbrellas.Cuxos Hotel
is right behind ChiChi & Charlie's. Rooms from $75 and the location is amazing right on Playa Norte.Hotel Villa Kiin
is located around the corner in the nice inlet by the odd Mia hotel. They have a pool, and rooms starting at $64.ChiChi n' Charlies
rooms start under $100 and it's right on Playa Norte. I haven't stayed there but it looks like there is no escape from the sun/heat and I've heard the loud music can be a bit much.Budget Lodging
If price is your sole driving factor, check outBalu Hostel
. It's a little far from north beach, but it has a pool and it's cheap with dorm beds for $8 and private rooms for $27.Hotel Sueño Maya
is only $28 for a room with kitchenette. It's not on the beach but is in a convenient location in town.Maya Casitas
starting at only $18 for a private room with kitchenette, this little downtown spot is a great value!Esduma la Perla Hotel Isla Mujeres
is part hostel, part hotel over on the "rough water" side, but it is a good value with rooms starting at $34 and going up to $67 for their king balcony suite. All rooms have shared bathroom and they offer a communal kitchen and lounge.Of course there are a lot of places to stay on Isla that come and go all the time. Check
other hostels, cabañas and camping on Booking.com
.Some cheap Airbnbs I have bookmarked for my next stay:
Room w/ Pool, 1 block from the beach starts as low as $18/night or $368/month for a nice room 1 block from from the Caribbean sea, 1 block from the pedestrian street Hidalgo, 4 blocks from North Beach, 4 blocks from the ferry.Omkar Residence Studio Apartment starts at $23/night or $363/month for a studio with kitchenette, close to the grocery store.
Que Barbara 2 Studio Apartment starts at $36/night or $712/month for a studio with kitchenette and not too far from the beach.