Holiday rentals and lettings in Cozumel

Located in the Caribbean Sea, the Mexican island of Cozumel is a tropical paradise that you will love! The destination has luxury holiday rentals facing the turquoise waters and white sands of the beaches that will make your stay magical. Cozumel's Caribbean atmosphere will envelop you with its massive swathe of wilderness, countless activities and majestic coral reefs. This paradise has become one of the most recognisable places in the Mexican Caribbean and is an idyllic holiday destination in every sense of the word.

From beautiful traditional haciendas to luxury resorts, Cozumel holiday rentals offer a wide variety to give you a unique Caribbean getaway. You'll enjoy a relaxed atmosphere that includes an outdoor pool to cool you off in the tropical climate; air-conditioned rooms; hot tubs to warm you up on chilly nights; beautifully manicured palm gardens; and breathtaking ocean views! Some accommodations even offer a delicious Mexican breakfast, private beach and a spa.

On the northwest side of Cozumel, San Miguel de Cozumel is the capital of the island and a busy tourist centre. You'll find a wide variety of restaurants, bars, cafés, boutiques and shopping opportunities, whether its local crafts or luxury goods. Downtown San Miguel de Cozumel has a myriad of options, from live music to cocktails to museums. Catering for all tastes and budgets, the shopping experience in the backstreets of San Miguel is wide and varied. On the other hand, in the heart of San Miguel, you will find the famous Island Museum which exhibits a collection of ancient artefacts related to the island's history and some temporary exhibitions by local artists.

While the western part of the island is mainly made up of luxurious hotels and beach clubs, the eastern part of the island offers a different perspective. You can find a wilder side that is home to remote beaches such as Punta Morena, Playa Chen Rio and Playa San Martín. South of Cozumel, on the other hand, you'll find the largest ecological park on the island. The Punta Sur Ecological Park offers the opportunity to experience over 1,000 hectares of crystal clear beaches, lagoons, and mangroves where you will see crocodiles. Both the wild east coast of Cozumel and Punta Sur are the best places to enjoy the natural beauty and desolate beaches to get away from the crowds.

If you're looking for a family-friendly activity, Dolphin Discovery Cozumel in Chankanaab Reef National Park is popular with families travelling with children. The experience includes close encounters with fun dolphins, as well as sea lions and chubby manatees. The combination of crystal clear waters with these cuddly creatures that give you a hug and a kiss make this a unique experience. In addition to the marine experiences, Cozumel has the Discover Mexico Park Cozumel, where the whole family can have fun learning about the diverse cultures of Mexico. You can see the art, listen to the music, taste the traditional food and discover the Danza de los Voladores, a mystical dance associated with fertility.

With inviting warm turquoise waters and incredible visibility, Cozumel is an acclaimed destination for those who like to snorkel or scuba dive. You'll find a great diversity of marine life on colourful reefs that include moray eels, sharks, turtles, anemones, and hundreds of colourful tropical fish. Considered one of the top five dive sites internationally, Cozumel is also home to a small section of the Mesoamerican reef system, the second largest in the world. Some of the best dive sites include the Palancar Reef, where you will see a large bronze figure of Christ; the Santa Rosa Wall, one of the deepest dive sites; and the Colombia Wall, which houses a large system of caves, tunnels, and caverns.

At Stingray Beach, you can have one of the most unforgettable encounters with wildlife. This attraction offers you an interactive experience where you will have the chance to see the majestic stingrays up close. Take a guided swim with stingrays, discover interesting facts about these creatures, and have the opportunity to touch and feed them. You won't have to worry about getting stung, as the stingrays' barbs are trimmed.

Located within the Cozumel Reef National Marine Park, Chankanaab Beach Adventure Park is an outdoor park not to be missed. The place is popular for its varied attractions and crystal clear waters bathed with tropical fish, where you can do activities such as snorkelling. Enjoy the Chankanaab Lagoon and relax in its fresh waters; zip-line through the treetops; take a tequila tour; and experience a Mayan ceremony. There are plenty of things to experience here!

Built in 800 AD, the ruins of San Gervasio are one of Cozumel's most prominent and the most important pre-Hispanic site on the island. Take a guided tour, be sure to wear trainers and explore this remarkable Mayan site. The site is made up of several architectural ensembles and other isolated temples linked together. However, the most popular spot is the Temple of Ixchel, where women used to pay homage to Ixchel, goddess of love and fertility. Today, many tourists still go and pay their tribute.

Buccanos is a stunning beach club that will easily captivate you. This retreat is located on a quiet sandy cove and offers a swimming pool, a crystal clear beach, a spa and an award-winning gourmet restaurant. Have breakfast, lunch, or dinner by the sea as you gaze at the sweeping tropical landscape; sample tempting seafood dishes; relax in the spa while listening to the sound of the waves; and enjoy a cocktail by the pool. The sea, the sun, the breeze, and the gourmet food make Buccanos something special!

Despite being a small island, Cozumel offers a wide variety of cuisine that we recommend you try. Try Mexican classics such as tamales, chiles rellenos, tortillas, guacamole, enchiladas and pozole; and savour Caribbean-influenced dishes such as coconut shrimp, ceviche, shrimp tacos, tixin-xic fish (a typical island dish) and cochinita pibil (pork seasoned with achiote and sour orange). Cozumel has plenty of delicious dishes to eat!