Boutique Hotel El Nido Holbox

El Nido offers the cozy comfort and hospitality of a classic bed-and-breakfast wrapped in a thoughtfully and chicly designed hotel. Alberto and Franco are warm, attentive hosts who make you feel very welcome. The property is beautifully landscaped and well maintained, with a peaceful pool and comfortable sun beds - perfect for relaxing in the morning. Rooms are clean, comfortable, and have ample storage. There’s no fridge in the room, but the hosts are happy to store small items in the kitchen fridge. Breakfast is a light but high-quality spread (yogurt, granola, fresh fruit, juice, pastry) with excellent coffee. Larger breakfasts are available for a reasonable extra cost. One evening, don’t miss Alberto’s homemade pasta, it’s absolute perfection, and the perfect comfort food after a long day of exploring the island. The hotel is about a 5-minute walk from beautiful public beaches, with beach clubs nearby at a wide range of price points. The beaches are also free to use, just no chairs, etc. The hotel does offer parasols to borrow for shade! Town is easy to reach by taxi (about 10 minutes / 200 pesos each way). Walking is also enjoyable and scenic - around 30 minutes mostly along the beach - but bring a flashlight at night as roads can be uneven or muddy. It’s an extremely safe island any time of day or night, so no concern with walking. Bug spray is a must though, and you may even spot the island raccoons along the way! Just a big thank you to everyone at El Nido for a fantastic stay :)

We had a great stay. Alberto was a genuinely lovely host: warm, helpful, and quietly attentive in the best way. The room felt minimal, spacious, and calm. The shower was also excellent, which always matters more than you think after a long day. Brekkie was on the smaller side and needed an extra to be substantial. Alberto makes his own pasta which I'm sure are great but we didn't try them. It is a bit far from the centre, and taxis were about $200 per ride for us. But the upside is it’s noticeably quieter, and that trade-off worked perfectly for what we wanted. Would happily stay again.

A boutique hotel on the west side of the island, good for those looking for peace and quiet. Very well styled with a nice pool and seating area.

Friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms and fresh supplies, cozy atmosphere and stylish design, nice pool and bicycle rental, healthy breakfest (with other tasty options available in the menu) and delicious pizza. Beautiful and not crowded beach with many cute birds is very close to the hotel.|Thanks a lot to El Nido for an amazing stay 💚

The hotel is a great retreat. Far from the city center so it's perfect for a quite holiday, but the beaches nearby are not great for swimming due to the birds. The ride with a quad taxi to the hotel is fun and cheap. It is clean but the free breakfast has space for improvement with less sweets and something Savoury.

Great hotel on Holbox for those who want to avoid the crowds. Very modern, clean and comfy (I really liked the style). It's very close to Punta Coco (3min walk) to watch the Sunset, Bioluminescence and to enjoy a less crowded beach. However, you should be aware that the hotel is a bit far from the city center, so you need to walk around 30min. there one way. But there also are some restaurants closer by (Pizza, Mexican cuisine, Burgers), between the hotel and the city (around 15min walk). There also is a little store around the corner to buy drinks, etc. The owner and staff are lovely and so is the whole common area, including the pool. The breakfast (coffee/tee, joghurt with granola, fruit, cookies) is included and if you like a bit more such as eggs, you can buy it for a little extra cost. So, overall, it is totally recommendable if you are not the party but the more quiet type of tourist ;) Muchas gracias!

The hotel’s decor is stunning, featuring unique nest-shaped light fixtures, thoughtfully curated found objects, and relaxing music that enhances the ambiance. The property itself is beautiful, tastefully designed, and offers a sense of privacy. Its location is ideal, just a 5-minute walk to the beach and 10 minutes from a prime spot to watch the sunset.||We thoroughly enjoyed the pool and hammocks, which added to the overall tranquility. While the hotel lacks a hot tub, it would be an amazing addition if the owner is considering upgrades! ||We dined at the hotel for both dinner and breakfast, and the meals were of high quality and reasonably priced. ||A note for future guests: bring cash (Mexican pesos, US dollars, or euros) in various denominations, including small and large bills. Despite being a cash-only property, the hotel often doesn’t have change available for transactions or the ability to exchange USD for pesos. While this is a bit inconvenient, it’s worth being prepared. That said, this observation doesn’t detract from the overall experience or our rating—it’s simply a friendly tip for fellow travelers.

El Nido is just that- a nest of perfectly designed peace and calm on an island where those things are premium. Alberto and the staff make you feel welcome and untroubled- no thumping music, no loud voices, no intrusions. The hotel itself is gorgeously designed with a lovely pool. The bed was huge and very comfortable, every little bit of design to die for. For those of you looking to have a quiet stay just five minutes from the beach (the best beaches with the fewest people (unlike the other end of the island) this is for you. Well worth the adventure.