Holbox, Quintana Roo Lovely Xaloc Resort in Holbox, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Your chance to get away from it all and commune with nature
With the sea at your feet and pink flamingos nearby share the CancunSteve adventure
On the seashore of one Mexico's most beautiful and uncrowded islands, an oasis for travelers who enjoy comfort and the natural beauty of a destination unknown so far by most people.
Holbox, located on the northen tip of the Yucatan Peninsula, in Mexico's state of Quintana Roo, has only one village, the small town of Holbox, where almost all of its 1500 inhabitants live from fishing and selling trinkets.

Ecological Xaloc Resort in Holbox Quintana RooThe lucky people who come to this precious island looking for relaxation, can really disconnect themselves from the big city: walk for hours along the beach pick up shells enjoy a siesta in a hammock, enjoy a get-away from it all or just drop on one of the beach-beds and let the sun warm you.
The resort as seen from the ocean.

Ecological Xaloc hotel in Holbox Quintana RooA view of the Xaloc hotel's pool.
For the nature lovers – what better spot is there than Holbox? Here you can observe different species of birds such as herons, pelicans, flamingos, spoon bills. Put windshield washer fluid in the Jeep and come to make a boat trip, in a kayak through the mangroves, or a crocodile tour at night and don’t miss the sensation to swim with the whale sharks or walk along the virgin beach at night to watch the egg laying marine turtle.


Ecological Xaloc Resort in Holbox Quintana RooA view of the hotel. Your home in Holbox.

Xaloc Resort is a small eco-tourism hotel, located on a white sandy beach on the paradise island of Holbox.


Ecological Xaloc hotel in Holbox Quintana RooView of the bedroom.

The hotel is built by combining the local architecture of the Yucatan based on palapas or palm leaf roofs in a rustic style with a warm and cozy design, excellent installations and fine details.


Ecological Xaloc Resort in Holbox Quintana RooA hotel guest hanging out by the pool.

The hotel consists of 18 rooms, 2 swimming pools, a restaurant, a reading or gaming room, a small arts craft shop, and a beach bar.


view of pool at ecological Xaloc hotel in Holbox Quintana RooThe pool view from another angle.

The hotel is managed by its owner, Mr. Juan , who is from Mallorca in Spain. Mr Juan created hotel Xaloc to realize his dream.
Mr Juan and his team work will make sure that your experience in Xaloc will be just beautiful.

building the roof at ecological Xaloc Resort in Holbox Quintana RooMr Juan makes the roof.

In each room there is a king-size bed or two double beds, covered by a big mosquito canopy, ceiling ventilator and a spacey bathroom with two sinks, shower.

The hotel restaurant:
In the restaurant Majache the chef will delight your taste with exquisite Mexican and Yucatecan dishes. Holbox is a village that traditionally has dedicated its activities to fishing, that’s why the fish and lobster menus are some of the most exquisite ones, and without any doubt fresh from the sea – you must try them!

If you would like to change a little bit your menu, the chef offers you fine cuts of meat, as well as pasta and vegetarian dishes.

relaxing Xaloc Resort in HolboxThis is what's all about. Collecting shells. Peace. Quiet. Pink Flamingos. Holbox island. Beautiful people. That long walk on the beach under the stars. The moon over the water.pink flamingos around the Hotel Xaloc Resort in Holbox
adorable children come to greet you on the way The thrill of going to Hotel Xaloc Resort begins on the road there where you can interact with the lovely children seen to the left or with the last of the red-hot mammas below or with the young girl preparing tacos to the right. Need a car to get there? No problem, CancunSteve can help if you just click on the car link below:
I need a car Holbox, Quintana Roo 		friendly cute local people on the way to Holbox

In the photo above the man at the left in the back of the truck is hiding because he is afraid of the sheep. Click on him to see.
So you want to know how to get here from Cancun? The girl on the right knows. Click on her and she'll show you. 		Holbox, Quintana Roo


In the photo above one of the pools at Xaloc Resort shown near a bungalow where you can be staying.
Holbox, Quintana RooAt sunset CancunSteve took this photo from his balcony. Notice how wide and open the beach is. If you are looking to get away from it all, this is for you. Now if you rather have drunk guests yelling at 3AM down the hall waking you up then a cheap hotel in Cancun's hotel zone is for you. IF you want video games in the lobby and a stereo satellite TV this is not for you.
However if you can dig this: the only sounds you hear are the waves kissing the shore and some crickets then Hotel Xaloc Resort is waiting for you.

Here we see the attractive typical room of this ecotourist Holbox hotel. So you ask, what's there to do in Holbox?
At the front desk they can arrange for a boat to pick you and your party up right on the beach at the hotel to visit nearby islands home to exotic species like pink flamingos.
CancunSteve just hung out on the beach taking long walks soaking in the peace and quiet and read his Jack Kerouac book.
The hotel Xaloc Resort has two pools. 18 thatched hut rooms which are palapas with palm leave roofs. Hammocks.
Along the shore are magic shells. To see the magic click here.

Boring bed changes to neat chair. CLICK ON THIS to see why you should rent with CancunSteve Now CancunSteve felt a shot of this pristine beach is where it's at. paradise so here it is. Now if you want glitter and neon lights: Move your mouse over the photo for that kind of thing. Then click on the photo to see why you must rent with CancunSteve. For one thing we have raving testamonials. See here see what they say.


is it a brillant idean to book this Holbox hotel you ask? the answer is provided at the left. As you move your mouse down the ladder of decision or indecision the relation between certitud and brillance is shown. We are CancunSteve.

you will always come back and recommend this hotel to others seeking a Holbox experience.

come on down. it's
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Rates based upon double occ in USD including tax and breakfast
meal plans available; ask children under 2 free from 2-12 $18usd each
extra pax $28usd
Dates Rate standard Rate superior Rate ocean view
Jan 7 - Mar 31 09 $135 $165 $200
Apr 1- Apr 15 09 $160 $190 $235
Apr 16 - Jun 30 09 $108 $140 $165
Jul 1 - Aug 28 09 $130 $160 $195
Aug 29 - Dec 16 09 $108 $140 $165
Apr 2- July 14 08 $90 $110 $152
July 15 - Aug 28 08 $105 $124 $168
Aug 29 - Dec 16 08 $90 $110 $152
Dec 17 08 - Jan 6 09 $165 $190 $224

Also not far from the hotel is a topless beach for your pleasure.
At the hotel enjoy the restaurant or bar or browse in the shop with arts and crafts. OR relax in the reading or game rooms.
breakfast is great
children only allowed in standard units
ground transportation available: airport- holbox (3 hours duration) cancun-chiquila-ferry to holbox cost $80usd per person one way (min 2 people)
how is this hotel you ask? the answer is provided at the left. the low rates provided by us CancunSteve.

you will always come back and recommend it from personal experience.

come on down. it's
great!

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