Hotel Xbulu-Ha

Centrally tucked into downtown Isla Mujeres, this compact hotel sits a five-minute stroll from the ferry and Playa Norte. Nearby attractions include Mercado 23, Museo de Arte Popular Mexicano and La Isla Shopping Mall, with Garrafon Natural Reef Park and Dolphin Discovery close by.

Only 16 air-conditioned rooms with LCD TVs and terraces for taking in the view. Rooms feature showers, hair dryers, ceiling fans and laptop-compatible safes, with daily housekeeping. Staff aim to make it feel like a second home, and complimentary beach towels and chairs are provided for shore days.

Free Wi-Fi across the property, free self-parking, a cozy on-site library and a tour/ticket desk to book excursions. Complimentary beach towels and chairs make beach time easy. Steps from Playa Norte — wake up to sea-breeze mornings and be on the sand in five minutes.

Complimentary wireless internet, luggage storage and a library. Tour/ticket assistance available at the front desk.