Isla Mujeres

hire a boat from the docks or arrange a tour with a divemaster

An underwater sculpture garden that's also a home for tropical fish, coral, sea turtles, etc. Popular scuba diving site just south of Isla Mujeres.

Located on the road to Garrafon, 3.5 kilometers before Playa Lancheros and Playa Paraíso.

19th-century hacienda built by Caribbean pirate Fermin Mundaca. The hacienda includes walls, arches, exotic plants, gardens, birds breeding place, cattle and orchard.

At the northwestern tip of the island and is the neighboring beach to Playa Norte. Playa Sol is the best location to watch the sunset and is usually a little less crowded than the neighboring beach.

The stretch of beach that runs along the northern end of the island. It has shallow waters and stunning white sand. The beach is full of fun restaurants and bars as well as several hotels.

The southern side of the island lacks a sandy beach but offers snorkeling where fish abound and the crystal clear water makes for an enjoyable swim.

next to OXXO Store

Mexico Divers PADI Dive Resort #22901 is a family-owned Dive Center with the knowledge, quality and professionalism that a diving operation requires to make your vacation in Isla Mujeres a safe and memorable experience.

in front of Rooster Cafe

PADI Dive Resort on Isla Mujeres, offering scuba diving, snorkeling and PADI courses.

Booking office on Calle Hidalgo, actual dive center at Marina Paraiso

Nice and relaxed dive shop that advertises itself as the only PADI-certified shop on the island.

· Expensive

From mid-May through September hundreds of whale sharks gather in the waters near Isla Mujeres, with peak season in July and August. Trips can be booked anywhere on the island, but official operators who have agreed to uphold certain…

Around Isla Mujeres is unforgettable. The Manchones Reef begins just off of Isla's shore and the Cuevones and Banderas Reefs are close by. The waters are calm and clear - perfect for the beginner as well as the advanced diver.

Av. Hidalgo

Amigos' menu specializes in Mexican dishes. There are a few vegetarian dishes, like most places on the island.

1/2 Block North of the town square· Moderate

Chef Peter Krinsky uses fresh Mexican ingredients - chili, lime, coconut, pineapple, fresh fish, jicama, cilantro and more - to create delicious Asian cuisine.

on north end of Hidalgo Ave

Doesn't look like much, but they know how to cook a fish and do up shrimp. Freddy himself is quite a character, and will do his best to charm you and make you regulars. He makes an excellent garlic-butter catch of the day.

Calle Jurel, El Cañotal

Serves many different varieties of tacos each and includes a salsa bar with many different types of salsa and Mexican condiments. It is open late, sometimes up to 4AM.

Av Rueda Medina 318· Cheap

This small restaurant is on the beach next to (north of) the ferry dock serves fresh seafood that is brought in by the fisherman right in front of your eyes.

Located on a dock a few hundred yards north of the ferry dock. The open air restaurant serves fresh seafood and some of the best margaritas on Isla Mujeres.

· Cheap

Dormitory style rooms, a few singles. Great bar on the beach and has cafe that serves simple meals and complimentary toast and coffee breakfast. They also offer dance lessons, Spanish classes, magic shows, and volleyball tournaments for…

20 Av. Guerrero· Expensive

Canadian owned and operated, one block from North Beach, but far enough away not to hear it. Clean, comfortable rooms with either two double beds, one king bed or king with kitchenette studios available.

Small hotel on the northeast side of the island, near the Avalon Reef Club. The hotel is quite charming. It has only 18 rooms, and it was designed so that each room feels as though you are isolated from your neighbors.

Km. 4.5 Carretera al Parque El Garrafón, Fraccionamiento Mar Turquesa

9 suites in minimalist, Caribbean-inspired décor, each A/C suite has a mini-bar, internet, sofa bed, and writing desk & chair.

Av. Hidalgo· Pricey

Nice and clean rooms, but could not store bags after check-out.