Villas HM Palapas del Mar

Hotels
8.6 (433 reviews)
Avenida Plutarco Elias, s/n , Holbox Island , mx

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful grounds
Great location
Comfortable beach beds
Cons:
Noise from rooftop bar
Hard beds
Uncomfortable pillows
Slow service at times
Food quality inconsistencies

Categories

Cleanliness
7.86
Reported issues with cleanliness in rooms and common areas.
Service
9.33
Staff were friendly and attentive, despite some negative interactions.
Location
8.87
Excellent location with easy access to the beach and restaurants.
Room Quality
8.32
Rooms were generally spacious and well-kept, though some amenities were lacking.
Amenities
8.85
Great facilities including beach beds but some service delays were noted.
Value for Money
8.81
Generally good value, but some inconsistencies in service detract from value.
Food and Beverage
7.86
Breakfast was good, but some specific issues with food quality.
Overall Experience
8.93
Overall a positive experience despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 04:26

Property Description

Beachfront Luxury Accommodation
Villas HM Palapas del Mar in Holbox Island offers a 4-star experience with a garden, terrace, and restaurant overlooking Playa Holbox. Modern Amenities
Each air-conditioned unit is equipped with a flat-screen TV, safety deposit box, and private bathroom. Some rooms boast stunning sea views and balconies. Exceptional Services
Enjoy 24-hour front desk assistance, airport transfers, and free WiFi. Indulge in a buffet breakfast or explore the area with available bike rentals. Book now to experience paradise at Villas HM Palapas del Mar!

Important information:

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 433 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.86
Service: 9.33
Location: 8.87
Room Quality: 8.32
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 8.81
Food and Beverage: 7.86
Overall Experience: 8.93
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Mariana family_with_children mx
10
Excelente lugar
Pros:

Me gusto todo! Sin duda excelente lugar, y la atencion excelente de todo el personal

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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LaLaShephard Couples
10
Villas HM Palapas Del Mar 10 out of 10
Pros:

First of all shout out to the wonderful staff! Javier, Alexis and everyone was great!
My husband and I stayed here to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary, and we had the most wonderful, magical time on Holbox Island.

We were looking for a hotel that offered an easy all-inclusive meal and drink plan, was budget-friendly without sacrificing comfort or elegance, and that’s exactly what we found.

We don’t typically enjoy overly fancy or commercialized resorts. Instead, we love places that feel laid-back, connected to nature, and truly relaxing. This hotel was all of that and more.

The atmosphere was perfect. We were surrounded by families and couples of all ages, and many of the guests were from Mexico and Europe, which made for a lovely, relaxed vibe.

The beachfront location couldn’t have been better. We could see the ocean right from our balcony, and it was the perfect place to unwind. Our room was clean, comfortable, and well maintained.

Like I mentioned, staff made our stay even more special. Everyone was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and accommodating. The food was delicious. While there weren’t a lot of restaurant options, we appreciated the simplicity and were more than happy with the quality. The drinks were also excellent—delicious and generously poured!

We left feeling rested, refreshed, and grateful for such a memorable anniversary trip. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful, relaxing escape on Holbox Island.

2026-07-16 via Tripadvisor
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johnwY4197QO Family
10
Great resort, but the staff makes the experience
Pros:

We just wrapped up a great stay here. The resort itself is very nice, the food is good, and the layout is excellent, you get quick beach access and it's a really close walk from the rooms. But what really stood out was the service.

A massive shoutout to Javy, who took care of us down at the beach and up at the restaurant area. The guy was completely on top of it, constantly checked in to see if we needed anything, and was awesome with our kids.

Up at the restaurant, the rest of the crew was fantastic. Jose went completely above and beyond, he jumped right to it and helped us retrieve a credit card we dropped below the deck. Mike was the ultimate run-around guy, always there whenever I had questions. Mara was a great waitress, Fernanda and Antonio provided wonderful service, and Ivan was right on top of everything, making sure the table stayed clean and cleared.

They were all incredibly quick to help out with whatever we needed and made every meal easy. If you're looking for a convenient spot with a beautiful beach and a staff that actually takes care of you, this is it.

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
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Catherine family_with_children gb
8
Pros:

The location - best part of the beach and near the town. Lovely setting in the jungle - everything looked beautiful.

Cons:

I thought some of the staff could have been friendlier. Others were fantastic (Antonio)

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Daniela couple mx
10
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Jota Jota couple es
10
Fue una muy buena Experiencia
Pros:

El Sitio y las personas que lo Atienden

Cons:

Todo estaba perfecto

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Karine solo_traveller fr
8
Pros:

Chambre spacieuse
Bel architecture
Personnel agréable

Cons:

Chambre avec vue sur zone de travaux
Dernier jour des travaux sur la terrasse se trouvant sous notre chambre, donc assez bruyant
Petit dej agréable mais manque de fruits locaux type mangues, cocos..

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Elodie couple fr
8
Un séjour agréable grâce à l’emplacement exceptionnel, malgré une restauration en deçà de nos attentes.
Pros:

La situation géographique est idéale : la plage est magnifique et le centre-ville est accessible à pied. Le personnel est accueillant, souriant et toujours prêt à aider, ce qui a rendu notre séjour très agréable.
Les chambres sont spacieuses et très confortables.

Cons:

Les buffets étaient assez basiques et manquaient de variété. Nous nous attendions à davantage de spécialités locales ainsi qu’à une meilleure qualité et fraîcheur des produits proposés.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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maude family_with_children fr
10
Toute l'authenticité du Mexique avec le design en plus !
Pros:

Boutique Hotel de charme , chambres grandes et cosy , hotel très propre et très bon petit déjeuner. Très bon service aussi avec une superbe plage privée juste devant l'hotel .

Cons:

rien

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Assenine couple fr
10
Je recommande fortement cet hôtel !!!
Pros:

Tout etait parfait !!!!
Un endroit paradisiaque une équipe formidable un accueil au top !!!

Cons:

Rien

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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piotrc535 NONE Krakow, Lesser Poland Province, Southern Poland
10
Excellent
Pros:

Excellent hotel in a great location. The best beach access in the area. Great service, super friendly staff. Perfect hotel for a dream vacation on the beach! Very cute boutique store!

2026-06-08 via Tripadvisor
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sandrajsandoval NONE Sacramento, California
10
Wonderful place
Pros:

Excellent place very peaceful, clean good drinks snacks and food very good service and very nice hospitality.

2026-06-07 via Tripadvisor
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mattlX2030ZD NONE
10
1 Year Anniversary stay in Holbox
Pros:

Great stay, lovely quiet spot with nearby access to great amenities and fun in town.

Check-ins from wait staff were a lot at times, but they were always friendly and professional. Great drinks, good food, nice tree cover and shade and lounge spots by the pool and beach.

2026-06-04 via Tripadvisor
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Angelo couple be
10
Fantastisch
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Iris couple nl
8
Pros:

Nice breakfast,

Cons:

Many mosquitos

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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MELISSA couple us
8
Beautiful stay. Would definitely come back!
Pros:

Cannot beat its location!!! It is quiet, private and has the most beautiful beach right across. I particularly loved the design of the hotel. Lots of palm trees, palapas, and hamacas, which makes it a great beach getaway!

Cons:

I disliked that the keys to the room were handed right at 3pm- check in time. Not one minute before. It would be nice that the hotel offered some flexibility on this, as we arrived at 2:30pm and had to wait in the lobby, even when the room was ready.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Maria Jose couple mx
9
Muy disfrutable
Pros:

El desayuno es excelente tiene mucha variedad y cambian los platillos dia a dia, el personal siempre atento, cercano al mar tiene una playa bastante privilegiada, tranquila

Cons:

yo agregaria mas camastros al lado de la alberca ya que por lo general estaban ocupados y uno de lso chefs parecia enojado cuando pedias hacer un ommelet, fuera de eso todo bien

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Julia couple fr
6
Très bel endroit mais cher pour les prestations proposées
Pros:

L’hôtel est mignon et l’emplacement/l’île est paradisiaque. C’est également propre. Le personnel agréable.

Cons:

Vous avez 2 formules all inclusive que vous découvrez en arrivant. 1- classique que nous avions pris et 2- premium qui vous permet d’accéder à toute la carte. Si vous voulez passer en Premium il faut ajouter 20$ US par jour et par personne.
Si vous prenez la formule classique vous n’avez pas droit à une bouteille d’eau (plage, repas… peu importe !), c’est verre d’eau uniquement.
Les piscines sont un peu vétustes, beaucoup de carreaux cassés
L’hôtel est très petit donc vous n’avez qu’un resto-buffet (le 2e est payant pour tout le monde) qui n’est pas très bon et avec peu de choix.
Les chambres sont toutes assez proches de la piscine/restaurant ou de l’entrée et le problème c’est que quand vous êtes prêts de la piscine vous entendez TOUT y compris à 6h du matin (le personnel qui discute et qui prépare le petit déjeuner).
Nous avions une chambre vue mer, il ne s’agit que d’une vue éloignée. En effet, la plage est bien plus loin que la première chambre donc les pieds dans le sable oui car c’est du sable partout sur l’île mais pas les pieds dans l’eau.
Le personnel du restaurant ne parle pas anglais pour la plupart.
Il y a 2 piscines mais celle du haut est minuscule donc celle du bas est accaparée par les enfants.
Le restaurant du haut est payant pour tout le monde et accessible par des personnes non clientes de l’hôtel.
On vous fait signer un papier à chaque commande/repas passé(e) même quand c’est inclus dans votre forfait all inclusive….
Les équipements dans les chambres sont vétustes.
L’hôtel n’est pas un 4 étoiles selon le standards européens ou américains mais plutôt un 3 étoiles qui pourrait très correct si ils adaptaient leurs tarifs en conséquence.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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daniela solo_traveller ca
6
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Rim couple fr
10
2026-05-25 via Nuitee