ESPYour Perfect Escape
on one of the most beautiful beach stretch of Holbox island
The Beachfront Hotel La Palapa is a romantic hotel for adults only located on Holbox Island in the Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, sitting on one of the most beautiful beach stretch of the island.
An incomparable setting with 25 comfortable rooms feet away from the white sand beach and tourquoise water, a marvelous piece of Paradise, where the Caribbean meets the calm water of the Gulf of Mexico.
We are at just one minute walking away from the main square in the center of the tranquil Holbox village, heart of island life with Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Chichén Itzá and all the most important ancient Mayan ruins of the Yucatan Peninsula at just two hours away.
Special Offers
"Whale Shark Experience"
Until 30 August 2025
A truly unforgettable life time experience swimming with the biggest fish in the world “The Whale Shark“. Click here to discover our Special Prices.
"Direct Booking Discount"
For stays until 22 December 2025
Get our best price on internet!!!
30% discount for all guests who book directly from this website!
Check our special prices in the Booking Engine or contact us
Services & Facilities
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View our Rooms
Check out our comfortable rooms, all at literally feet away from the white sandy beach and tourquoise water.
Delicious Breakfast
All components are carefully selected, such as seasonal fruits from the local area, natural juices, jams and marmalades.
Wellness
Sounds, rituals and different types of Massage will make your vacation unforgettable!
Tours & Activities
Here’s all tours we organize for you to enjoy Holbox, Yucatan and all the Mayan World.
Private Airport Transfer
From Cancun International Airport directly to the Beachfront Hotel La Palapa!
Beach Bar & Restaurant
Tempting dishes and amazing cocktails overlooking the Ocean
A picture is worth a thousand words
Check out our Photo Gallery for a closer look at our Hotel and have a small taste of what you will experience!
Your Satisfaction
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Where we are
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! We organize for our guest a Private Airport Transfer from Cancun International Airport directly to Beachfront Hotel La Palapa. Our Transfer service operates 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Your chauffeur will be waiting for you at the arrival airport terminal. After 2 hours in a comfortable air conditioned private van, you will reach Chiquila, the small harbor located north of the State of Quintana Roo, where a Ferry Boat will be waiting for you. When you will arrive in Holbox, a golf-cart taxi will drop you off to our Hotel.
TRANSFER PRICES
(includes Ferry and Holbox Taxi to hotel, one way)
1 or 2 adults: MXN 4.600 – U$D 230,00
3 adults: MXN 5.200 – U$D 260,00
4 adults: MXN 6.500 – U$D 325,00
5 adults: MXN 7.000 – U$D 350,00
6 adults: MXN 7.500 – U$D 375,00
7 adults: MXN 8.200 – U$D 410,00
8 adults: MXN 8.900 – U$D 445,00
9 adults: MXN 9.700 – U$D 485,00
10 adults: MXN 10.500 – U$D 525,00
To book your Transfer or for any other questions, please contact us at (+52) 984-2167524 or by email at booking@hotellapalapa.com
There are two companies running the ferries from Chiquilá to Holbox and viceversa, namely 9 Hermanos and Holbox Express. Their prices are equal and their schedules is listed below. Cost of the Ticket (one way): 220 Mexican pesos. NO Reservations are accepted. Trip Duration: 30 minutes.
Chiquilá – Holbox:
first course at 06:00am and every 30 minutes until the last one at 9,30pm.
Holbox – Chiquilá:
first course at 05:00am and every 30 minutes until the last one at 8,30pm.
Check-in time is at 3:00pm. If you arrive in the morning and your room is available before 3:00pm, we will gladly check you in immediately. Otherwise, we will store your luggage, give you full availability of our beach club and showers and give you the room as soon as it becomes available.
Check-out time is at 12:00 pm. You can decide to store your luggage with us so you don´t have to worry about carrying things with you. The Hotel has a private toilet and shower that you can use at any time after your check-out.
Through our Online Booking System you can check Prices, Availability and Book your room in real-time. If you prefer you can also Contact Us
To process your reservation, a Non-refundable Reservation Guarantee Deposit equal to fifty percent (50%) of the total charge will be debited to your credit card. The payment will be processed in real time through our Online Booking System and a confirmation e-mail will confirm you that the transaction has been successfully completed. The rest of the total will be paid at Check-in.
Yes, we offer a free Wi-Fi internet access in all the rooms and in all the public areas.
Yes, all rooms have a private safe deposit box, free of charge
We accept Visa, Mastercard, Paypal and Cash (Mexican Pesos, US Dollars and Euros).
We recommend you always carry cash because, in our island, there is just one ATM and credit card payments sometimes have problems.
