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Isla Mujeres, Cancun 1-5 BR, Oceanfront Villa Pool, from $130

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Pool
Property grounds
Beach
Pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12215.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Isla Mujeres, QUINTANA ROO
  • Isla Mujeres Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • North Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Dolphin Discovery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo (ISJ)
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Convertible bed(s)

3 Cribs

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Isla Mujeres, Cancun 1-5 BR, Oceanfront Villa Pool, from $130

Villa El Castillo Maya (The Mayan Castle) is a new 1 - 5 bedroom, waterfront residence on the barrier island of Isla Mujéres, Mexico, a 20 minute ferry ride from Puerta Juárez minutes from the city of Cancun on the Yucatán Peninsula. Come, relax in the gentle breezes and spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea, while soaking in the seaside pool. The 4 bedroom house can be rented any time of year. And a 5th suite can be added for an addition fee. Guest suites are available depending on the season (check availability).

Amenities Include:
Air-Conditioned Throughout
Pool With Swim-up Bar
Rooftop Palapa
Roof Terrace for Sunbathing
TV/DVD
Off-Street Parking
Oceanfront
Jacuzzi in Master Suite
Patio Furniture
Pressurized Water System
Ceiling Fans
Fully-Equipped Kitchen
4.5 Bathrooms
Wired Hi-Speed Internet
Custom designed by the owner to combine the best features of island living with the comfort and luxury to which you are accustomed, El Castillo Maya has two beautiful palapa areas for your relaxation and enjoyment. The “Tortuga Palapa” on the second level just outside of the Tortuga Suite to the open terrace where there is a private entrance to the Master Suite. Up another level above the Master Bedroom Suite is “The Blue Moon Palapa”, a large rooftop terrace, partially shaded.

Island-themed tile and stone handwork can be seen throughout on the floors of the palapas and in and around the house. Carved rails adorning the exterior staircases and the interior stairs and carved handrails are fashioned of salam, a local exotic hardwood noted for its durability and dark burnished beauty. Glass blocks are strategically placed in walls to welcome sunlight, and in the master suite to showcase a collection of seashells. Local art is displayed on the walls and throughout the house.

The house was designed for maximum versatility. The ground-level oceanfront two bedroom unit has a large living room opening onto the pool deck and ocean beyond through sliding glass doors. A fully equipped kitchen and dining room are adjacent. The beautiful staircase leads up to the second floor Master Suite, which can be rented separately by locking the door at the top of the staircase and entering through a private exterior entry, or used as the master bedroom of a three bedroom house. The Master Suite has a King bed, a Jacuzzi tub with panoramic ocean view, a kitchenette area, with sink, fridge and coffee maker.

The additional separate Luxury Studio, with full kitchen, full bathroom with shower, queen bed, and couch can be a private and complete fourth bedroom, or can be rented separately. The entire villa is attractively and comfortably furnished to make your stay even more enjoyable.

Above the Luxury Studio, you will find the newly built Tortuga Suite. It features a king size bed, kitchenette, sunlit shower room, large screen TV and a private terrace overlooking the ocean. Like the Studio, it can be added to complete the 5 bedroom house or is available separately, depending on the season.

El Castillo Maya sits side-by-side with Casa Azul del Caribe, another new house with four bedrooms. Owned separately, they share a lovely patio and swimming pool with swim up bar. They can be combined to sleep 16-20 people, making this a perfect place to host a family reunion or a wedding. The entire complex is nicely landscaped and has plenty of off-street parking for golf-carts and other vehicles. What a great place to enjoy your island vacation!

Property manager

Jake

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Isla Mujeres

Located in Salinas, a neighbourhood in Isla Mujeres, this villa is near theme parks and on the beach. Isla Mujeres Ferry Terminal and Playa Mujeres Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Beach and Langosta Beach. Parque de los Suenos and Isla Mujeres Sculpture Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Isla Mujeres, QUINTANA ROO

What's nearby

  • Crayola House - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Miguel Hidalgo - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Isla Mujeres Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • North Beach - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Dolphin Discovery - 6 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buffet Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mango Café - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant el Comejen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Greenverde - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Marina Bartolomé - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Isla Mujeres, Cancun 1-5 BR, Oceanfront Villa Pool, from $130 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Isla Mujeres, Cancun 1-5 BR, Oceanfront Villa Pool, from $130?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Isla Mujeres, Cancun 1-5 BR, Oceanfront Villa Pool, from $130?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Isla Mujeres, Cancun 1-5 BR, Oceanfront Villa Pool, from $130 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Salinas villa is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Crayola House and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from North Beach. Isla Mujeres Ferry Terminal and Cocal Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Haleigh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home with a great location and view!

Stayed here for my 30th birthday party and we enjoyed the home very much! Great location and a FANTASTIC view. We had 11 people stay and we had plenty of space. There were blow-up mattresses there we set up in the living room for those who didn't want to share beds. The pool is perfect and the outdoor areas are very cool. Everyone who helps with the home helped us out while we stayed and they were awesome. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best location Best View great for groups!

Communication with property owner always responsive. Amazing house, location, super safe and amazing ocean view all located central to all of Isla!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2 Family Trip

We stayed at this and the accompanying property And it was perfect for our group! Great common spaces and great location. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L., Fort Myers

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home, great location, attentive management

Beautiful home, great location, attentive management. Comfortable beds, nicely appointed kitchen, million dollar view, great central location. Property manager was wonderful with minor issues when they inevitably pop up.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Isla Mujeres

The house was perfect for our group of 5 couples. Great location - housekeeper close to property so if you needed anything she was right there. Pool was awesome and we loved the view. Property owners were quick to respond to our needs. Highly recommend this property. We had a blast and will be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location! close to town, restaurants and shops.

Great property! Very attentive host. Plenty of space for our family of 8. Amazing outdoor space. Pool is shared with the other house on the property which was not a problem for us. We will definitely come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Castle by the sea

Property manager made this beautiful ocean front home a breeze to rent. Quick responses to questions we had prior to arrival. The housekeeper as well delivered towels and air mattresses within minutes after requesting these needs during our stay.5 star service!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for an older family

This house was perfect for our family with older kids who wanted to bring friends. We loved the size of the pool, which you do share with the neighbors next door but no big deal. It was plenty big! With 2 apartments and a master suite there was plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. We will definitely consider this house in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This property is great for couples who want some privacy. We rented all five bedrooms. The location was great. You could walk to restaurants, bars,convenience, store, and to the marina. There is really no beach out front, it is pretty rocky but we did manage to go snorkeling at a reef right in front of the house. Our only complaint was that the queen beds did not seem like they were queens - they felt more like double beds. Also, there were three barking dogs that we heard every day across the street along with gas powered scooters and golf carts. The hosts was quick to reply and the cleaning lady came mid week to clean up.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Klaus L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great family vacation!

The home has a great location. Plenty of parking for our golf carts. Some of the amenities were not available. The jacuzzi in the master bedroom was not operational as was the hot tub and restroom on the top deck. The home needed maintenance and upgrading to make it ideal. We still enjoyed our stay. We had some electrical issues and the maintenance man was very responsive to repair the situation. We had a great stay and would not take too much to bring this place back up to it original condition. If the upgrades were made, we would have no problem coming again. Its still a great and affordable place for a family.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Luisa M., Celina, US

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in

Great for a large family

We chose this property because we have a large family. There were 9 adults and 5 kids. The design of the house is interesting and suited us all quite well. Would I stay here again? Probably not. The check in process was frustrating. We got keys from a lock box which is fine but we arrived to a completely dark and sweltering house. They knew we were coming but didn't so much as leave a fan or a light on. We couldn't find one of the bedrooms. When we did, the door was locked of course because they are accessible from the outside. We finally found keys in a basket on the kitchen table which would have been nice to know about. We spent far too long trying to find the rooms, keys, cool down the house, etc. No one there to greet us and feel welcome. The shower heads could use updating or cleaning as they are covered in calcium buildup. The master bath with the jet tub went unused because the water came out so slow it took 30 min to get 2 inches of water in there. A waste. The view was spectacular, the location was perfect., the pool was used a lot by the kids and they loved it. One or two umbrellas on the deck would have been nice as there was a lot of sun coverage. The grocery store was very close which was great because we cooked a lot. The available kitchenware was adequate but we could not get the oven to work. Stove worked fine. The housekeeper, Irma, was lovely. She stopped by the day after we arrived and introduced herself. She cleaned once while we were there but it would have been nice to have 2 cleanings. The property manager, Drew, was on vacation so Alfredo stopped by the day after we arrived and checked on us. Our TV was not working which was a very big deal to the sports fans (Soccer finals). The TV and a fan we could not get to work were fixed on Monday. The Wifi was spotty. Sometimes it was off but then came back. Beds were very nice. The people staying in the two downstairs Q bed rooms were getting bug bites. My bro-in law who is in pest control identified bed bugs. We alerted the management who said there are no bed bugs in Mexico. While that may be true something got them in bed every night and they killed a few of them. I trust they will look at it and take action if necessary. We had no security issues and kept our doors locked everywhere. The safes didn't work but we didn't have any thefts. I felt safe here and loved all the places within walking distance. A golf cart is a must though! All in all it was a decent place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views & location!

We will never stay in a hotel again in Isla. This house was incredible, the views, the location central to all, and the property managers made sure to communicate and respond promptly to our questions. We will rent this house for years to come!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property!

My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at El Castillo Maya. The house is just gorgeous and is right on the water, and the pool was awesome. The hot tub in the main bedroom didn't work, but that was the only issue. The bedrooms are spacious, the AC was great, plenty of hot water, and you just can't beat the rooftop view. There are cafes and small shops within walking distance, but to get to town I recommend renting golf carts. There were 6 of us in the house and it felt very comfortable. I would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful trip with adult children!

We had fabulous time! We had two issues that were responded to immediately! We needed air mattress and sheets. Housekeepers brought sheets within 2 hours. There are air mattresses in the downstairs bedroom closet. There was no pump, but one was self inflating. It didn’t work well, so one slept on the couch. Had issue with door lock by pool and was responded to in timely manner. Beautiful view! We had Chef Josefano and Jorge come for two dinners and a breakfast. That was amazing! Felipe at Coco Jaguar arranged fishing trip on Roberto’s boat. Felipe then cooked our catch at the restaurant. Golf cart rental at Ciro’s was easy and the carts are great. Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this stay!

The house is gorgeous with a really cool layout for privacy. Large kitchen and living room fully equipped with everything we needed. Large bedrooms with master suite. Loved this vacation so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place at a awesome location

Everything was great and Jake and his family were very nice. We had a large group of 11 and had the main house including the two self contained units that were right next door which gave a few of the older kids more privacy. Never needed the AC since being on the eastern coast with the constant breeze kept the entire place cool.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and view!

This house was excellent for our 2 families with pre-teen/teen kids. There were a few items that didn’t completely align with listing - bathtub in master didn’t work, rooftop ‘pool’ didn’t exist anymore and there was a weird open toilet on it, but overall it was a great stay. The views are amazing and location was away from the craziness of Hildalgo, but still within walking distance of quite a bit.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place I've stayed in Isla

For my 3rd trip to Isla I decided to stay a little away from downtown. As it was less than 5 minutes to get to downtown, this location was awesome. We could have our own place to relax. Stocked with lots of water and comfy beds, food and a market close by, and beautiful sunrises. I would stay here again and again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Isla Round Two

This was mine and my husband's second time to Isla. We stayed farther north this time and this location was great! Walking distance to lots of shops and restaurants. The house was very clean and well maintained. We did have an issue with one of the safes and my email to the property never received a response. He did stop in a couple days later to check on things, but we had already solved the problem. More instructions in the house books wouldve been nice too... what day Irma comes, where to throw the garbage bags, etc. Just a couple small things to an otherwise AMAZING stay!! Thank you Jake for sharing your beautiful home with us.

8/10 Good

Ellen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Beautiful home, location and fun pool.

The house is gorgeous, and the view spectacular, esp. from the rooftops! We are an extended family of 10 and didn't realize that 2 of the bedrooms were outside the main house with separate entries. We made the best of it, but it would have been nice to know that in advance. Yoyo and (Angelo?--Drew's asssistant) were very nice and helpful. My phone worked sporadically so I tried e-mailing Drew at the address on the instructions, but didn't get a response. I was eventually able to call him about other issues and he sent Yoyo to help out, which was wonderful:)
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We absolutely loved the house, pool, & view!!

Amazing! And would definitely stay here again

8/10 Good

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Girls Trip 2019

Nice property, we had some issues with the air conditioners, but were repaired. We love Isla Mujeres!

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

Awesome!

Lovely place and owners who were staying in the house next door. Great location, clean and spacious house that worked great for the 9 of us. Pool was fantastic! Kitchen was a bit lacking in cookware and towels but it worked for us and they were very responsive. Only downside was that I got locked in an upstairs bathroom for 20 minutes. Lock got stuck and I had to shout out window to get help. Owner fixed right away but made me nervous about other similar locks in house.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Harper C.

Very nice solid house. Pool is awesome.

Perfect views and the pool is a big plus!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Great house and hospitality

This was a great house, right next to the ocean. We rented the entire house with 9 people. The hosts are very nice and want to help with whatever they can. Can't really say we had any problems. So great just to jump into the pool when it gets to hot and sticky. Master suite has spectacular views. Thank you Jake and team for the hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

About the host

Hosted by Jake

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Why they chose this property

We never had an experience remotely like the beauty and tranquility of the Island.

What makes this property unique

A private pool on the Caribbean.

Languages:

English