Na Balam Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (634 reviews)
Calle Zazil Ha No. 118 Playa Norte , Isla Mujeres , mx

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent breakfast service

Categories

Cleanliness
7.19
Several reviews mention a lack of cleanliness and insufficient room service.
Service
9.36
Overall helpfulness of the staff noted positively in multiple reviews.
Location
9.4
Convenient location near the beach and praised in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
7.85
Mixed reviews on room comfort and cleanliness.
Amenities
8.38
Amenities generally well received, but some specific complaints noted.
Value for Money
7.84
Perceived value varied, with some feeling it was fair while others disagreed.
Food and Beverage
8.39
Breakfast options varied and service fluctuated based on staff.
Overall Experience
8.76
General satisfaction with the hotel despite some notable issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 04:57

Property Description

Tropical Oasis on Isla Mujeres Surrounded by lush gardens on Isla Mujeres, just minutes from Cancun, Na Balam offers a serene escape on one of the Caribbean's finest beaches.

Relaxation and Wellness Guests can unwind in the outdoor pool, sway in hammocks under palm trees, and rejuvenate with yoga classes and massages, immersing themselves in tranquility and self-care.

Culinary Delights and Sunset Views Indulge in Mayan and vegetarian cuisine at Zazil Ha restaurant, followed by drinks and Mexican snacks at the Palapa Bar while admiring the breathtaking sunset over the ocean.

Experience paradise at Na Balam, where luxury meets nature.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CUN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 634 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.19
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 8.38
Value for Money: 7.84
Food and Beverage: 8.39
Overall Experience: 8.76
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Hana family_with_children il
1
A terrible experience – completely overpriced
Pros:

nothing

Cons:

For the high price they charge, this felt like a room in a cheap hotel rather than a proper one, and it looked nothing like the nice pictures online. The mattress was old, and the shower had terrible water pressure. The pool was dirty, the poolside showers had no water, and the place was full of mosquitoes. Many guests complained, but the hotel owners simply did not care. Stay away!

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Christian extended_group dk
9
Dejligt sted, fin pris.
Pros:

Dejligt sted med adgang til en fin og rolig beach club.

Cons:

Det er lidt overvældende, at bådene ligger til så tæt på stranden. Det er reelt umuligt at få hovedet under vand uden at gå ud mellem bådene. Det havde i øvrigt været helt i top, hvis byen var lidt tættere på. Der er ikke mange spisesteder rundt om hjørnet om aftenen. Nok til nogle dage, men et par stykker mere havde været fedt!

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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BARBARA family_with_children it
8
Pros:

Hotel piccolo e ben tenuto, c’è una piscina nel giardino dove ci si può rilassare anche se ci sono solo 4 lettini a disposizione. Per fare colazione si va nella struttura di fronte che si chiama Casa del Giaguaro, danno frutta, yogurt, pane con marmellata, muffin con Nutella e uova.

Cons:

Forse metterei qualche lettino in più in piscina e sistemerei i lavandini dei bagni perché sono senza filtro e l’acqua esce in modo disordinato bagnando ovunque. I nostri amici nella stanza a fianco avevano il medesimo problema. I camerieri della Casa del Giaguaro sono simpatici ma lentissimi.. però eravamo in vacanza e va bene così.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Denise family_with_children br
8
Boa opção
Pros:

Hotel simples mas bem localizado na praia norte a uma curta distância de caminhada do centrinho. Não fica a beira-mar mas tem disponibilidade de acesso ao clube de praia do hotel em frente.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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ERAN couple il
10
2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Christian Heukels solo_traveller nl
8
Topvakantie
Pros:

Fijne locatie en schone huisjes. Airco en goede bedden.

Cons:

Niks, was super.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Jesper family_with_children dk
8
Pros:

Super beliggenhed og at der var et samarbejde med hotellet overfor.( ligge stolen bl.a.)
Hyggeligt hotel med en fin pool.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Stacey family_with_children us
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Jan solo_traveller cz
9
Pros:

Poloha ubytování. Čistota

Cons:

Špatně odhlučněné pokoje

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Carlos family_with_children br
10
Perfeita. Voltaria para este hotel sem pesquisar por outro em Isla Mujeres
Pros:

A localização é perfeita (praia norte), o quarto que escolhemos (com mezanino) é super confortável.
Ter acesso a um beach Club com espaço reservado (guarda-sol e cama de praia).

Cons:

O café da manhã é ótimo, mas não é exatamente no hotel, ele é no beach Club vinculado ao hotel.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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DIEGO family_with_children mx
9
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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331tracy Family
8
Clean, good location & lots of character
Pros:

My Sister and I spent a week in June! Upon arrival, requested tv to be fixed, entering thru the patio door with old school key was challenging one day. Noisy in the back of the hotel @ night but was clean and the pool area had lots of character. Breakfast was tasty but lacked variety. Beach club access was easy & convenient. Beautiful part of Isla Mujeres!

2026-07-12 via Tripadvisor
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Christine extended_group ch
8
Pros:

Le décor, la chambre, la proximité de la plage.

Cons:

La proximité du bruit de la rue

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Jane extended_group gb
4
Falls short on basic comforts, even for a budget option
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

We had 3 rooms, on the first night one of the rooms was not useable due to the sheer number of insects on the beds. Probably as that room was on the first floor with the thatched roof. Shower and toilet didn’t work in one of the other rooms. It was repaired, but another inconvenience. All rooms had curtains that were like white sheets on the windows and they didn’t cover them fully. This was a privacy issue as on the ground floor people walk past the rooms but also the rooms are flooded with light from the crack of dawn. Some of our group had airline sleep masks, but not all, so not great sleeps all round. Breakfast is basic and served at the beach club across the road. It’s not particularly good and with quite poor service as every day had to repeatedly ask for items that were supposed to be included.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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maria eugenia solo_traveller ar
10
Pros:

La tranquilidad y la cercanía a la playa.
Cuenta con beach club , cruzando solo la calle.
El personal super amable y servicial.

Cons:

No es que no me gustó, pero las habitaciones necesitan renovación, si bien las camas , almohadas y ropa de blanco estaban en excelente estado, la decoración de la habitación necesita vida !!todo muy limpio.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Julia solo_traveller us
9
Na Balam is a peaceful tropical oasis in an unbeatable location
Pros:

I really enjoyed my stay at Na Balam. The location is perfect—just steps from the beach while still feeling peaceful and secluded. Surrounded by lush tropical trees and gardens, it was a welcome escape from the loud music and crowds along the beachfront. The pool was absolutely beautiful and became one of my favorite places to relax.

I also loved having access to the beach loungers at their sister property, Casa Jaguar. The beach there is in a perfect location with soft white sand, calm turquoise water, and excellent swimming. It was such a wonderful perk. The complimentary breakfast each morning was another nice touch and a great way to start the day.

One of the highlights of my stay was taking a yoga class, which was excellent. The hotel also has a lovely spa offering massage services, making it easy to unwind without leaving the property.

Cons:

There were a few minor downsides. The water pressure in both the shower and toilet was quite low, although I understand that's likely part of island life and not necessarily something the hotel can control. I also had a mischievous little gecko who seemed to think my bed was his favorite bathroom, which became a daily surprise! Finally, the bed was much firmer than I prefer.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Laura family_with_children ch
8
Séjour en famille
Pros:

Le lieu, petit oasis a deux pas de la plage

Cons:

Rien, mais s’il faut donner un petit point à améliorer ça serait d’avoir des rideaux occultant car trop de lumière le matin

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Renee family_with_children us
7
We were on an island that was beautiful. Can’t complain at all.
Pros:

Location was excellent. The beds were comfortable to facility was nice.
The pool could use a little sunshine the only problem we really didn’t like was the stairs were extremely steep And we were at the very top with a lofted room, and there was obviously creatures somewhere in the room because we woke up every morning with poop on our bed
But it still was a great value. We’re pretty sure it was probably a gecko or a lizard nothing harmful and yes, I would stay again and the breakfast was excellent and it came with cabana beds again excellent.

Cons:

That the creatures were pooping on our bed

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Claudia family_with_children us
8
Pros:

I loved that it was across the beach club. The breakfast was good. The room was cleaned daily. However, dust and bugs would fall from the straw on the ceiling! I told the front desk and the lady brushed it off saying that was normal. Also, the ceiling makes it hard to sleep in. The birds begin singing at 4:30 AM. The workers begin arriving at 5. You can hear conversations from people walking by. It’s great location but don’t book to relax!

Cons:

Ceiling: bugs and dust falling in my bed.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Colin extended_group gb
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Not enough hot water for showers

2026-06-20 via Nuitee