Hotel San Julio offers beachfront accommodation in the heart of Celestún and features free WiFi in common areas. The rooms come with a TV. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.
Barbara
Hungary
The host is very friendly, the room is just fine, there is also a fridge in your room. The beach is very close. Basically it is in your “garden”. All in all we enjoyed our stay a lot.
Featuring a garden and free WiFi, Cabañas Cinco Elementos is located in Celestún, 300 metres from Celestun Beach and 14 km from Parque Natural Rio Celestun.
Janna
United Kingdom
Reonaldo was such an amazing host! He was so helpful and accommodating, making sure that we had everything that we needed. He even drove us to the bus station on our last day when we were having issues getting a taxi and were close to missing our bus.
The Cabaña was comfortable and clean. We had use of a fridge and facilities in the shared kitchen/bar. The beach was just across the road and was totally deserted - we felt like we were the only ones there! The Cabañas are a little bit of out the main town, but we had free use of bikes to get around. Celestún is such a beautiful and friendly little town. Definitely our favourite place during our trip. Make sure that you go on the mangroves boat tour - Alex was a wonderful guide!
Situated in Celestún, within a few steps of Celestun Beach and 14 km of Parque Natural Rio Celestun, Hotel Manglares features accommodation with a bar and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...
Mia Bolte
United States
We got great care and service from Roberto and his crew from the moment we arrived. Mostly Spanish is spoken aside from Roberto. Everybody was helpful and friendly. The cabana is more like a well done studio apartment. Very spacious and clean. The sheets were smooth and good quality (hard to find, even at a 5 star place in Mexico)!
The cleaner came 4 of 5 days, and we left around 50 pesos ($3.00 USD) a day for her. Plan to bring smaller bills to tip. She left more coffee, towels, took out garbage (because remember, no toilet paper goes into the toilet), and cleaned the floors etc...
Of the four cabanas facing the sea, this is the only one that is restored post hurricanes. The others appear to be uninhabitable. It did appear as though we were the only guests staying, on the rather large property. Luckily there was an attendant/front desk person there 10 hours a day. Apparently there are rooms available in the three story building that also faces the ocean. Since the village is known to be safe, I wasn't scared, and felt quiet comfortable.
There is a working air conditioning unit which was helpful when it was too smokey to leave the windows open.
The beach is gorgeous, there is a palapa for shade and a couple of chaise loungers. Next door is The Posedian Restaurant and pool (didn't seem to be in working order) for your use as well.
It's a 5-7 minutes walk south to the town's public beach where there are vendors selling clothes and souvenirs and many restaurants. It's also an easy walk to the town square to go to the grocery etc... If needed you can always get a mototaxi for a ride as well.
Our party of five agreed, that this is one of the nicest places in town (we saw three others). Here's to the lovely place Roberto has made for guests coming to enjoy Celestun for a few days!
Set in Celestún and with Celestun Beach reachable within 200 metres, Hotel Beach Don Gonzalo offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...
Set in Celestún, a few steps from Celestun Beach, Tótem Beach Club offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
Valentine
Belgium
The beach club was very nice. The staff was friendly and overall we had a great experience. We booked a full body massage and it was private in our room. The beach itself is very nice. The drinks and food are bit expensive.
Set in Celestún, within a few steps of Celestun Beach and 14 km of Parque Natural Rio Celestun, Villas Del Mar offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the...
Frances
Mexico
Exceptionally helpful staff and super clean. Very nice to be further away from the busier part of the beach. Very peaceful.
Situated in Celestún, 10 km from Parque Natural Rio Celestun, Playa 55 beach escape - adults only Guesthouse features adult-only accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, and...
Andrew
United Kingdom
The location on the beach, the swimming pool and in particular the friendly and very informative host
Boasting garden views, Casa en VILLA GABRIELA features accommodation with a balcony, around 400 metres from Celestun Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free...
Arden
Mexico
Perfect breakfast spot, great staff including Luis
I'm a birder, so experiencing the boat trip to see the...
I'm a birder, so experiencing the boat trip to see the Amerian Flamingos was unforgettable for me (and all the other birds of the Celestun area!!!) Also, Celestun faces west across the Gulf of Mexico, so the sunsets are beautiful. The town is an amazing cultural experience too. The people are wonderful. The LONG stretch of beach is quiet and clean. Motor taxis are everywhere if you don't have a car. See David at the coffee shop Casa Bacab for remarkable guided birding.
Marianne Gonta
United States
8.0
Scored 8.0
Celestun is not a pretty town, but its proximity to the...
Celestun is not a pretty town, but its proximity to the mangroves and flamingos makes it special. (It's a Unesco site.) The beachside restaurants offer great seafood (coconut shrimp! ceviche!) and the prices are pretty good. Since they close down at nightfall, there are some good options in town around the main square. We didn't do a tour of the mangroves, since we had done that a few years ago, but that and seeing the flamingos are very popular activities. The beach is popular with lots of shells along the shore, and a lovely sandy bottom when you're in the water. We aren't big 'beach people' but we really enjoyed our stay and will come back again, I'm sure. We took a bus from Merida (very inexpensive at 68 pesos each way per person) -- lots of stops along the way, but the other alternatives are a rental car or a tour. This worked for us!
SusanInToronto
Canada
10
Scored 10
For birdwatching: Guardians de Los Manglares de Dzinintun.
For birdwatching: Guardians de Los Manglares de Dzinintun. We did the kayak tour and our guide Zac really enhanced our experience. When we spent the rest of the day on the beach, we could identify almost every bird we saw.
Get a big meal at one of the beachside restaurants around 3ish (my favorite was La Palapa), and then a small meal of tacos or tortas in the town square around 8.
It's important to know that the beaches are full of shells. A pro for some travelers and a con for others.
Maria
United States
10
Scored 10
This place is paradise .
This place is paradise . It’s under developed yes but that’s part of its charm.
Wish there were a bit more facilities and better hotels around but at the same time nothing to fancy or big developments because it’s a conservation area so it really should be cared for and treated properly and with respect.
The nature there is outstanding . More of the right eco friendly investment in the area would make it a superb destination.
The flamingos and sunset are like nothing else I have seen before.
Neill
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Celestun is a very quiet town in the biosphere, ideal for...
Celestun is a very quiet town in the biosphere, ideal for travelers who want to enjoy unspoiled natural beauty and be away from hordes of tourists. The beaches are pristine, the sea is clean, and the weather is perfect.
Pierre
United States
10
Scored 10
Celestun is a real Mexican town with mercado and cute main...
Celestun is a real Mexican town with mercado and cute main plaza ...some very nice restaurants on the sand at beach side, rather like being at a party! .EXCELLENT SEAFOOD ..There are pockets of rather dire poverty on the outskirts of town on the way to the Flamingo Preserve ...which you should do ....you can pay a moto taxi 100 pesos to take you out there, its a Gulf beach so that means little waves , so don't expect crashing surf! also fishing boats anchor in the same area as swimmers ,but no bother...great shelling and just strolling beach...water is not Caribbean crystal clear , but pleasant enough.... great safe beach for kids ...this what Acapulco must have been like a very long time ago!
This was one of the most beautiful peaceful hotels we've stayed at in all of our travels around the Yucatan and a huge surprise to find in Celestun! from the soft music in the open air lobby to the white washed elegant landscaping, it was so tranquil. But the real surprise was how helpful the owners were. From restaurant recommendations to help with our car to instantly booking us the absolute best Flamingo tour option, they were there to help us with every little detail and answer our many questions. We plan to return!
Best part is it's right on the beach, next to the pier, which makes for fun people watching. Their main biz seems to be renting bathrooms/showers- it was hilarious watching campers streaming in for their wad of TP. The little cabana was fine - very rustic but the fan was new, quiet and effective, and there was plenty of hot water. Others complained about the mosquito nets - we never put ours down so don't know if ours had holes or not. Maybe it was the time of year (early May) but mossies weren't an issue.
Celestun seems to be at a crossroads of: dusty sleepy fishing village vs a proper Mexican tourist town (with all the problems that brings) with emphasis on the former) Reynaldo knows this and is positioning his enterprise on this transition. He is a very attentive host to his guests and makes sure you feel looked after. Celestun in April can be brutally hot so more shade is a must for this wonderful paradise. We had a wonderful 3 nights here and we give this a total recommendation.
One night stay in March. Nice large villa with rooms. We had two rooms with balconies overlooking the sea. Rooms were large with good facilities. There was secure car parking for our hire car. Very limited choice of accommodation in the local area and this was a good option. A short drive to see the Celestun pink flamingos and great to get there early for an early visit from which we then drove south to Campeche for our next night stay.
Location was perfection! Right on the most idyllic beach, super peaceful but only a short walk to town. The room was private but still felt connected. Breakfast was delicious and there were a range of activities available if one felt the need. My hosts were incredibly kind, considerate and helpful. I certainly want to return to Casa de Celeste Vida!!!
Our host Wanda really made our entire trip Celestun. From the moment we arrived she was friendly and helpful — offering great tips and insights on how to make the most of our short time there. It was clear throughout our stay that our comfort and enjoyment was her #1 priority.
I’d definitely stay here again if/when I return.
Excellent little quiet ocean front boutique hotel.
I heard the gringos complain about poop of dog 🐶. (I am American with residency in Mexico & German heritage).
Please remember dogs often die of starvation here!!!
Poop = alive be kind!!!
The street dogs also enjoy a swim
Perfect place to stay in celestun ! It may not be clear on the photos but the rooms are on the beach side and it is very clean and recently renovated ! Coffee is free of service and you Can eat or drink whatever you want on the private beach
Very basic hotel, but close to the seaside. The hygiene was average, although the beds were pretty alright. The hotel is fine if you want to stay for one night in a cheap place, but I wouldn’t recommend staying here for a longer period.
A friendly place with a nice and calm location in Celestún a few blocks from the beach and the bus terminal. Very good breakfast options. Most people go to Celestún to see the thousands of pink flamingos, and we agree, that is the USP.
Location couldn’t be better. Right on the beach and a great restaurant just next door. The room was better than the photos - the bathroom seemed recently remodeled with brand new sink, toilet, and tiled shower.
Basic but clean room for a family of 4 - great place for a night. The shower pressure was wonderful. The breakfast was delicious. The little shop across the street was convenient. Short walk to the beach.
The ambience of the hotel was lovely. There is a little supermarket across the street. The room was quite big and had a fridge. Which was nice in the hot weather.
We had a large room - a bedroom and a living room. We were right at the beach and there was a pool too. It was very quiet there and we had plenty of hot water.
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