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beautiful sunrises!
Front of Villa Amistad from the road
view of the Villa Amistad from the Malecon
Master Bedroom 1 - King bed with ocean views
King Bedroom 1 - en suite shower with double rain head

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 92200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Isla Mujeres, QROO
  • Place, Miguel Hidalgo
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
    ‪83 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - master

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 - master 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Retreat in the Heart of Downtown with an Infinity Pool right on the Ocean

We are following all COVID-19 cleaning regulations, and would love to have you back and stay with us again. We dropped our pricing for the end of the year - join us for a well deserved vacation. We all need it after this crazy year!!

WELCOME TO VILLA AMISTAD. Inspired and inviting, Villa Amistad embodies comfort, style and total relaxation in Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Leave your worries behind and enjoy a sun-kissed holiday where overlooking the endless Mexican Caribbean is a way of life.

This contemporary Mexican retreat nestled in the bustling town of Isla Mujeres, Mexico is framed against the majestic turquoise Caribbean ocean on one side, and only steps away from the island's shopping, dining and exploring on the other. Turquoise water. Endless Ocean Breezes. Warm, soft sand. Picturesque sunrises. Villa Amistad provides a spectacular setting for your next island escape.

Villa Amistad was professionally designed and built by architect Ivonne Gamio. The Villa was inspired by the designs of Barragon and Legoretta to provide comfort, luxury, privacy and lifelong memories. Situated on the Caribbean side of Isla Mujeres, guests will enjoy the rolling waves of the sea and the steady flow of ocean air. The villa was designed with graded, step-down floors, providing the feeling of walking out into the ocean.

A full time staff provides daily maid service (except Sundays), as well as pool, gardening and security services. Guests are greeted upon arrival by an English-speaking host to provide an introduction to the facilities and answer questions concerning your stay.

Although Villa Amistad has everything you would want in a vacation home, you may want to enjoy other things that the island of Isla Mujeres has to offer. You can swim with dolphins, go sailing, scuba diving, deep sea fishing, or snorkeling. For an off-island excursion you can explore Mayan ruins, swim in cenotes and enjoy shopping in Cancun.

Whether you choose to explore the beautiful island of Isla Mujeres, or enjoy the comforts of the villa, everything you could ever want in a vacation home is provided at Villa Amistad.

VILLA Sur
· 4 Bedrooms/4 bathrooms/Sleeps up to 8/9 people.
· 2 Master suites upstairs with King bed in each, walk in closets, terrace, sliding glass doors opening to ocean, and attached bath with double rain head shower. View of the ocean from the shower.
· 1 Upstairs bedroom with Queen bed and full bathroom.
· 1 Downstairs bedroom with Queen bed and full bathroom.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Slippery when wet floors, no child pool fence
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Events

No events allowed
Discuss your needs with owner
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Discuss your needs with owner
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Isla Mujeres

Located in Centro - Supmza 001, a neighborhood in Isla Mujeres, this villa is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Cancun Mall and Plaza Las Americas are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Beach and West Coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun, and Punta Nizuc National Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Beto Avila Baseball Stadium or Andres Quintana Roo Stadium. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Isla Mujeres, QROO

What's nearby

  • Miguel Hidalgo - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • North Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • beach near Centro - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Faro de Punta Norte - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Isla Mujeres Cemetery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Luna Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪MARINA BARTOLOMÉ - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sonny's Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Los Mariscos De Humo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪M7 Beach - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Retreat in the Heart of Downtown with an Infinity Pool right on the Ocean have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Retreat in the Heart of Downtown with an Infinity Pool right on the Ocean?

As of May 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Retreat in the Heart of Downtown with an Infinity Pool right on the Ocean on May 31, 2026 start from $638, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Luxury Retreat in the Heart of Downtown with an Infinity Pool right on the Ocean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Retreat in the Heart of Downtown with an Infinity Pool right on the Ocean?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Retreat in the Heart of Downtown with an Infinity Pool right on the Ocean?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Retreat in the Heart of Downtown with an Infinity Pool right on the Ocean located?

Located in Centro - Supmza 001, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Isla Mujeres Ferry Terminal, North Beach, and West Coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun, and Punta Nizuc National Park. Miguel Hidalgo and Garrafon Natural Reef Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location - very comfortable home - clean and well maintained - a few issues were fixed immediately
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home, excellent location.

We all enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home. The location is perfect and the property manager and owner were extremely attentive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruby A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property.

Great location. Walking distance to good food, shopping, and beaches. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location!

Everything was great for our family trip! Enjoyed meeting the owner Gordon who had great dinner recommendations! We booked golf cart’s & catamaran through property mgr. Would definitely stay at Gordon’s property again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Villa Amistad was a great place to relax and enjoy Isla!

Villa Amistad is a wonderful place to stay. Plenty of space great for our family of 7. The pool is wonderful with views to die for and the walk to town is short. A little grocery store is nearby and a little bigger one with fruits and veggies isn’t much farther. We loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home with a Great View

We had a large group of friends staying for a week and couldn't be happier with the house. It was extremely clean and had everything that we needed for our stay. The pool is one of the nicest on the north side of Isla. The owners were there when we stayed and treated everyone extremely well. The next time that we return we will definitely rent Villa Amistad again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Villa!

We loved staying at the Villa! It was a great location and so much room to spread out. Very comfortable beds and nice air conditioning. Our 2 1/2 year old grandson really loved the pool! Would love to come back someday!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best family vacation!

This property is wonderful! We had a total of 8 staying here, including children. Amazing views, beautiful home, pool overlooking the ocean, and lots of places to walk too. We also rented golf carts to get around the island. Highly recommend - we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Villa Amistad is Fabulous

We have stayed on the island many times and this home is one of the best. Location is perfect. The view is fabulous. We loved being in the pool and hearing the ocean. The kitchen was well stocked with basic spices and oils. Great place to stay with a large group or family.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous place

We had a wonderful time in the Villa. A beautiful property and great location. All our needs were met and expectations exceeded. Our group ranged in age from 3 to 68 and everyone had fun! Many thanks!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kellie h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

very nice accomodations

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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stacey c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well worth the Stay

This beautiful property is more than even pictures can describe. Our Check in was seamless and our stay was way beyond our expectations. Gordon was an amazing host and checked in with us many times to make sure we were above satisfied. You cannot beat the property, the location and the amazing view. This will always our go to vacation rental on the island. All 7 of us would agree. Thank you Gordon!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARY B.

Great Location to where the action is, Spacious Condo, Beautiful Views

We had a great vacation. Enjoyed the space and all the different deck levels the condo has to offer. Loved all the goodies in the Fridge and on the counters left for our use. Very much appreciated all the Tips and Tricks Gordy, Mary, Erin and Stacy shared with us. We rented carts for the week to explore all corners of the island. The views from the Condo cannot be beat!!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtenay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Girls Trip

Went on a girls trip to Isla and stayed at this fantastic villa! The villa is beautiful with plenty of room for everyone. Great views of the ocean with a gorgeous infinity pool overlooking the water. Close to town so walking distance to tons of restaurants. The house manager was great and quickly responded to any request. Gordon, the host, could not have been better. So nice and friendly and tons of help with referrals, hot spots, booking adventures, etc. We will definitely book here again! LOVED IT!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

The Best

We rented this side of the villa along with the 3 bedroom side for my sister-in-law and her husband. It's a very beautiful place to stay. Great AC Awesome water pressure in showers and the following special touches. A large library of books Coolers to use Cold beer and tequila in fridge Pool floats Suntan lotion Portable beach chairs to take to beach I could go on and on But.......... the crowning touch is the wonderful views of the ocean right in front of the infinity pool. Would not hesitate to stay again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew K.

Simply amazing!

The house was exactly that, simply amazing. From the layout of the house itself to the beautiful views in the morning and evening. Everything was great. Everyone that was in the house had the same thoughts. The location is in great walking distance to the entire north end of the island. Do however get yourself a golf cart and go on a tour of the southern end for the views and cliffs. I would definitely recommend a trip to this island and plan to come back some day.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kay F.

Great location, beautiful home with spectacular view!

We spent 5 nights over Thanksgiving on Isla Mujeres and couldn’t have rented a better house. It’s located 5 minutes from the ferry and and an easy walk to all restaurants, shops and North Beach. There were 10 of us and the house easily accommodated us all. The kitchen was well stocked and bottled water provided. The pool was beautiful and the view even better. I have been to the island several times and will stay at Villa Amistad again. Erin was always quick to respond to any questions and Stacy, the property manager, was awesome! It could not have been a better experience. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sharon G.

Great location & everything you may need

Well kept property, plenty of room for 7 of us. We took our kids on a family vacation with their significant others. Privacy when needed & plenty of together time. We loved the pool & the gorgeous views of the Caribbean waters, beautiful sunrise to wake up to while still lying in bed. The well stocked kitchen & the AC works great. We had a little trouble with the safe but was quickly addressed by the amazing & attentive property manager Stacy. We would definitely return as this was our 4th trip to Isla. We love the culture & beautiful beaches. Villa Amistad was a big hit with all of us! 🏖💕
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lucky to have picked Villa Amistad!

8 friends which included 3 recently retired teachers thoroughly enjoyed our 1 week stay Jan 15-22! Check in and communication with Stacy was seamless thanks to WhatsApp. Although the 2 back bedrooms are small, the generous common spaces allowed plenty of room to relax. The pool was on the cool side for the first day or 2 but great in the afternoon after a day exploring or snorkeling. We were obvious to the no toilet paper down the toilet on the entire Island so that took some getting used to:( In summary the Villa Amistads proximity to Playa Norte, Centro, Ferry Dock, downtown and on the malecon adjacent to the blue Caribbean was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jillian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great condo

Great condo. My family of 10 rented both sides of this condo for our vacation this year. The condo is exactly like it is listed. Having a washer and dryer was very handy. The daily housekeeping was an added bonus. The air conditioning units in each room cool down each room very fast. We spent tons of time in the pool which has an amazing view of the ocean. The location is close to downtown. The house is nice and quiet and feels very safe. Check-in was a breeze in communication with the owner was amazing. The house is very clean and my bed was very comfortable. We all enjoyed our stay and will be back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing time!

From the very beginning, the house took our breath away! The ocean views were amazing! The location of the house was perfect as we were close to the north side; but not that close so we did have quite nights and that was important to us as we had 3 kids under 5. We walked pretty much everywhere so the location was great. The house itself was well maintained, clean, very well organized and very spacious. The cleaning lady was super nice and came every day with such a great attitude/energy. We stayed in some days as the weather wasn't the best during our stay (super windy and cold); but we made the best of it. The owner came to introduce himself and offer any help/advice if needed. He was very nice! Overall, we enjoyed our stay. The house was packed with all we needed to make breakfast every morning, had beach towels, and even sand toys for the kids! We would definitely rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious Villa with a perfect location!

6 adults stayed in the villa. The location was perfect! It was easy to get around and just a few blocks from North Beach. Many restaurants and tons of shopping within walking distance. The pool was too cold to swim in during our time on the island but it would have been perfect during a warmer time of year. The house was very clean and our daily housekeeper Katia did a phenomenal job every single day. We were a little disappointed that there was no cable service even though we were under the impression that there was service before arriving. Lastly, as several couples traveling together we also would have liked to have a tv in each room to watch at night after we went to bed. The villa owners are super nice and very helpful. I had to reach out to them during our stay and they went above and beyond to help us with our issue (which was unrelated to our rental). Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

A week in paradise !

A friend who is also a long-time Isla vacationer and I came to the island with 5 first-timers and I wanted to stay in an awesome place that they'd be sure to love. I've walked/biked by Villa Amistad for years, and it did NOT disappoint. The house was beautiful, clean, and well stocked with everything we needed (including a variety of left-behind bar goodies and sun block). The location is wonderful - close to centro but no noise, and right on the Malecòn. Of course, we went to punta sur for a few sunrises, but they looked great right from the house, too! I was so happy that I had the opportunity to meet Mary and Gordy to thank them in person, and their daughter, Erin, who handles the booking, was beyond wonderful to work with. Any on-site issues (we ran out of water one day) were dealt with immediately. Our first timers all want to return. The only reason I *don't* want to recommend this lovely spot is that I don't want to have it booked when we want to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven in Paradise

Villa Amistad took our breath away the moment we opened the front door & could see the ocean through the beautiful glass doors into the beautiful pool area. The sound of the waves crashing on the rocks transforms you. You are only separated from the ocean by a lovely walkway, called the Malecon that runs a good length of the island & the Villa has direct access to it through a door next to the pool which was a plus. A walk down the Malecon after sunset was magical. When we weren’t at the beach, we were in the Villa pool enjoying the amazing ocean views. The pool area was beautiful & equipped with lounge chairs, beach towels, floaties. The sunken living room area was a highlight. A great place to relax & enjoy the ocean views. The kitchen was generously equipped with everything you could possibly need during your stay. The queen bedrooms were spacious & cozy. The large king bedroom suites were a dream. You could really spread yourself out & we really enjoyed the private balcony & views. The villa has a huge third level partially covered outdoor area that was great for all of us to gather. We enjoyed our morning coffee there & the lovely ocean breeze. The Villa’s A/C was a godsend after being out all day in the heat & humidity. Upon our arrival Stacy met with us to go over important info we needed during our stay. She was extremely friendly, personable & made us feel very welcome. Both Stacy & Gordon were responsive to our communications. Villa Amistad, muchas gracias!!!!
View from King suite balcony
View from 3rd level
Heaven
Pool fun
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

25th anniversary trip

We stayed at Villa Amistad for a week in June, my husband and I, with three of our adult children who each brought one guest. Each couple had their own bedroom and bathroom, the beds were very comfortable and everything was well equipped. We loved having a kitchen and dining room we cooked breakfast a couple days and cooed the fish we caught when we went fishing Monday. The pool in the backyard is wonderful to refresh, there are six beach loungers out in the back if I recall correctly plus some chairs and a table up on the patio area. Have any ability to open the sliding doors all the way for it to seem like a seamless transition into the outside was wonderful. The upstairs rooftop patio area was well used and well loved. I would not hesitate to recommend this place to friends and family, and I would stay here again with a large group. We only rented the south villa, which has four bedrooms and four baths but I think you can also rent the North Villa which has three bedrooms and three baths. The location cannot be beat, there are steps down to the Malecon, you are less than six minute walk to Hildago Street, less than 10 minute walk to Playa Norte, and about a seven minute walk to the ferry terminal. Thank you for helping to make our anniversary trip wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Gordon Ladwig

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Hola! A little about us... We are originally from Wisconsin and moved to Florida about 10 years ago and are working in construction and property management here.

Why they chose this property

We first discovered our little island in 1976! We were "spring breakers"- not the drinking, partying kind- we were the exploring kind of spring breakers. We traveled all around the Yucatan Peninsula. Almost at the end of our trip we stumbled on Isla Mujeres. We fell in love with the little island and have been going back as much as possible since then. The gorgeous blue/green waters and the kind, caring islanders drew us back time after time!

We were walking down Ave. Juarez and saw a "for sale" sign on the Villa Amistad- Well, it did not take us long to decide to put in an offer and a few months later became the official owners.

And...Now we can call it home and we are so delighted and excited! We are so happy to own such a Gem of a property and to be able to share it with others. It really is our little piece of Paradise!

What makes this property unique

Villa Amistad, or the Friendship House in Spanish, is located right on the Caribbean with an infinity pool and direct access to the Malecon. It is also walking distance to North Beach and Hidalgo St where all the action is. You can walk everywhere and not be dependent on golf carts or taxis!

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