Mayan Monkey Isla Mujeres - Social Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (1119 reviews)
Carretera Garrafon KM 4.5 , Isla Mujeres , mx

Facilities

Nightclub
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Massage services
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location directly on the beach
Nice amenities and activities offered
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness and room quality
Service at the restaurant was slow and unhelpful

Categories

Cleanliness
6.3
Complaints about room cleanliness detracted from the overall experience.
Service
8.3
Mixed reviews; some found staff friendly, but others reported slow and unhelpful service.
Location
9.3
The location directly on the beach received high praise from multiple reviews.
Room Quality
7.3
Concerns about room quality and comfort limited the positive sentiment.
Amenities
8.3
Amenities like private beach and dining options were well-received.
Value for Money
7.8
Mixed views on pricing, especially in the restaurant.
Food and Beverage
6.8
High prices and service issues in the restaurant affected satisfaction.
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall, guests enjoyed their stay despite several drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 05:16

Property Description

Seaside Paradise with a Social Twist

Seaside Pool-Bar & Cozy Hangout Area: Enjoy the white sandy beach with sun-beds, hammocks, and a vibrant pool-bar, perfect for soaking up the sun and meeting fellow travelers.

Exciting Activities & Local Exploration: Explore the island with ease using our golf carts and bicycles, and don't miss out on snorkeling, whale shark swimming, and other thrilling activities offered nearby.

Comfort & Convenience: From air-conditioned rooms to a fully equipped kitchen, fast Wi-Fi, and daily housekeeping, we ensure a comfortable stay with all the essential amenities.

Ready to experience the ultimate blend of relaxation and social adventure? Book your stay at Nomads Experience now!

Important information:

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1119 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.3
Service: 8.3
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 7.3
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 6.8
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Aisha solo_traveller es
10
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Jose couple us
10
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Markus solo_traveller no
10
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Emilie couple fr
10
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Caylen solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

The bed was extremely comfortable.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Maria Fernanda solo_traveller mx
4
Don’t eat at the beach bar they just want your money in a bad way!
Pros:

The worst night I had in my life

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Maria Fernanda solo_traveller mx
6
Change the staff and the prices for meals and drink
Pros:

Decoration is good

Cons:

The kitchen is pretty small and the fridge was super dirty..
The staff at the front desk and beach club is awful!
At the bar we had to pay way more for our drinks in the menu was a different price, but they add in purpose sodas which they drink in the end! I felt robbed! Also the breakfast is pricy for what you got!! And isnt tasty!!
Europe is way cheaper than this!!
Been there when was NOMADS and the experience was amazing but know as Mayan monkey is not great.. my only night there was very dissatisfied, disappointed.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Aldona solo_traveller ca
5
Pros:

I liked that the facility is located on a beach surrounded by palms tress and other plants on nice, fine sand. Nice lighting decorations, nice music but extremely loud which is very annoying. I enjoyed the loungers and various seating through out the ground.

Cons:

I didn't like that everything was expensive in the beach bars.and it was impossible to swim in the sea because the sea grass grew almost from the shore and far inland, leaving little water above.My hostel room was not nice with concrete floors. The price for me were high for such a standard.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Ana Leticia couple us
8
Great for young people!
Pros:

My son loved it! Staff was very friendly and helpful, specially Vanesa!

Cons:

Is more like for young people, very rustic and too many stairs for me!

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Justin solo_traveller lt
10
Great, will be coming back
Pros:

The best place I have ever stayed at. Came for 1 day, stayed for 6. Perfect beach, quiet, they let you sit at the tables (which I loved for work with my feet in the sand) and use the recliners and all else.

Cons:

It may be little weird with random people coming with the boats/jetski. Otherwise its pretty private

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Radosław couple pl
10
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Danielle solo_traveller il
10
מושלםםםםםם!!! אחזור עוד מליון פעמים
Pros:

הכל!!! באמת מקום מושלם מלא פעילויות הרגשה של 5 כוכבים והייתי בדורמס
גם מטבח נוח ממש

Cons:

המיקום טיפונת רחוק מהמרכז אבל לרוב לא הייתי צריכה ואם צריך אז מונית או טוק טוק

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Idil couple us
10
2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Sarha solo_traveller ca
8
Pros:

Le lieu est très beau, et a vraiment tous les caractéristiques du Beach club un peu chic. Mais justement il en a aussi les prix.

Cons:

L’utilisant, les chambres étaient vraiment trop importante. Il laissait la clim non-stop donc le froid ne permettait pas de limiter l’humidité et vraiment il y avait une odeur inconfortable dans la chambre. Pour un Hostel, je trouve que 12 $ le petit déjeuner c’est vraiment abusé… pareil pour pouvoir manger le midi ou le soir. Les prix sont assez chers, sachant qu’il n’y a pas grand chose autour si vous êtes à pied.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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ivan solo_traveller uy
10
Tranquilidad y relax
Pros:

Muy buenas las instalaciones. Y sobre todo el trato recibido por Luján al ingreso y salida.
Un lugar donde se respira tranquilidad y buena onda

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Briana couple us
3
Scammed!!!
Cons:

I honestly am very upset! I contact the property ahead of time to schedule transfer/transportation to the hostel. They suggestion a company that I booked and then eventually didn’t use because of miss communication on their end. The lady at the front desk stated I would be getting a refund and even ask for my banking information. 4 weeks later no refund and no response to my countless emails! They scammed me out of hundreds of dollars. I’m pissed and will never stay with them again. I also will tell everyone I know.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Ylenia couple it
9
Pros:

Bellissimo il paesaggio, camera stupenda, tutto in mezzo agli alberi e le palme, ragazzi bravissimi tutti super disponibili

Cons:

Colazione, dovrebbe essere un po più mista, anche magari con croissant, toast semplici, e il caffè espresso se siete italiani non è incluso!

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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GUADALUPE couple mx
10
Estancia tranquila
Pros:

Me gustó mucho la habitación, un lugar tranquilo y sin ruido, me gustó la tranquilidad del lugar. Me encanta su muelle, la música, su playa y la gente amable.

Cons:

El servicio del desayuno es muy poco y el café es muy pequeño deberían de tener la opción de capuchino, el servicio de desayuno no es bueno ha perdido la calidad con el tiempo, viajo cada 6 meses ahí me hospedó y el servicio ha bajado la calidad y cantidad.

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Marina solo_traveller ch
10
Pros:

- right at the beach
- enough (!) sunbeds, shade, umbrellas etc.
- also a cute pool!
- all staff was super friendl and helpful, shoutout to Miguel in particular
- if you‘re in the dorm: AC all day long, two bathrooms and toilets, just a reall good dorm experience

Cons:

- music was just a bit too loud in the beachclub to really relax. Turn it down a bit for a perfect chill atmosphere!
- not in the center, and not much around so you either take a taxi everytime you go out or just stay. Luckily it‘s nice enough to just stay there for a few days ;)
- the cooking classes were good but the other activities were very loveless or didn‘t even take place
- food was okay, but not great. Especially breakfast was often a very small portion

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Gemma solo_traveller gb
9
Paradise
Pros:

Beautiful accommodation and one of the nicest hostel dorms I have ever stayed in (and I have stayed in a lot!). Great place to relax and unwind, especially in the mornings. Friendly staff. Generally the place is great value for money.

Cons:

The music at the bar is really loud, and the playlist very repetitive. People are trying to chill, read a book, have a nap - it's not ideal to have thumping bass. A few people asked for it to be turned down.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee