Casa Las Tortugas Hotel Review | Hotels Above Par

"A barefoot-luxury boutique hotel on Isla Holbox that rewards the somewhat adventurous arrival (about two hours by car from Cancún, a 20-minute ferry and final ATV transfer on a car-free island) with a serene, organic-minimalist retreat. The property centers on a tranquil main pool and private beachfront with a soft sandbar and coveted lounge cushions; rooms are whitewashed with neutral palettes, local textiles, macramé wall hangings, woven pendant lamps and raw cement floors, and are playfully labeled with Spanish words rather than numbers. Bath products are locally sourced and lightly honey-scented, and small touches like the owner’s ofrenda to Frida Kahlo, a petite yoga area, a one-room spa and the daily scent of burning copal blanco encourage guests to slow down. The stay is oriented toward unplugging—there are no mini-fridges, TVs or strong Wi‑Fi—and includes an ample breakfast (fresh-squeezed or green juice, pastry, French-press coffee or tea, fruit and yogurt and mains such as huitlacoche omelette, avocado toast and chilaquiles) plus morning yoga. On-site staff help arrange seasonal experiences like whale-shark excursions (May–September), bioluminescent night trips and year‑round kitesurfing. With 21 rooms, a laid-back bohemian vibe and multiple dining options on the grounds, the four-star property aims for relaxed, unpretentious luxury; rates start around $330 per night."