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Caribbean Oceanfront Penthouse in El Centro w/Pool Walk to North Beach

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Beach
View North from Apt terrace, Mia Reef at Playa Norte can be seen in the distance
Private kitchen
Pool
Outdoor dining
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5116 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
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  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Isla Mujeres, ROO
  • Popular LocationTerminal Marítima Isla Mujeres7 min walk
  • Popular LocationNorth Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationDolphin Discovery8 min drive
  • AirportCancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)112 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Living Room 1

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Caribbean Oceanfront Penthouse in El Centro w/Pool Walk to North Beach

We believe in creating happy memories that will last a lifetime! (THIS listing is exclusively for LEVEL 3, please see Listing 1372113 for Level 1; 2200244 for Level 2; 2139715 for Levels 1 & 2; and 1266750 for the entire villa L1, 2 & 3).

Don't just listen to us - hear what our guests have to say about our Awesome Villa in a Perfect Location 😎🏰🏖...

Excellent property, couldn’t be better!!!! Central location, walking distance to Playa Norte, walking distance to restaurants and shopping. But best of all is 2 things: (1) owners fix any issues within minutes; and (2) this is absolutely the most well-stocked VRBO property I have ever stayed at. Many VRBO properties require you to purchase your own base level supplies, such as trash bags, salt and pepper, olive oil for cooking, etc. however, this property comes fully stocked, with sandwich bags, salt and pepper and other base level spices, cooking supplies, pool towels, beach towels, shower towels, etc. this is without a doubt the best VRBO property I have ever stayed at. - Daniel G., Fort Worth, TX

Wonderful Place! This place is awesome! Just like the photos. This was our 3rd visit to Isla Mujeres and this was the perfect location right on the Malecon with the ocean right off the deck with the pool; just paradise! Can walk anywhere downtown and easy cab trip or rent a golf cart to explore the rest of the island. The kitchen has all the supplies you need to cook but with so many great restaurants we didn't need to use it as much as I thought we would! We stayed "home" quite a bit and never tired of the pool and view of the ocean (the sunrises are gorgeous). The place is spotless and they even supply laundry detergent for the washer. The house is secure and we always felt safe. We would definitely stay here again! Kerry C., Kansas City, KS

Fantastic Little Villa in the Perfect Location! We love, love, loved our stay! The villa was clean and comfortable, the location was absolutely perfect, the view was spectacular, and the owners were great. 10 out of 10 would highly recommend and stay again! - Jessica C., Dallas, TX

Amazing property. The Owner's were excellent hosts me and my family had the best experience with this location. Everything was in walking distance. It was a pleasure meeting the owners and there guests. Will definitely be back. - Nick, Houston, Texas

The perfect place to stay for large groups! The views from the house are absolutely breathtaking and the property is located within a very short walking distance to the downtown area with great shopping, restaurants and the beach, and a short golf cart ride away from the south end of the island! Dawn and Tom were amazing hosts, friendly, accommodating, easy to communicate with and had great recommendations! I would highly recommend this space to anyone traveling to the island and we will absolutely be returning as soon as we can! - Nicole, Deerfield Beach, Florida

Our stay at the Castillito was amazing. Dawn and Tom are wonderful and very kind hosts. They helped us since day 1 to make our stay the most perfect it could be. They are very open and always ready to give us their attention if something needed. The villa is great and spacious, with a wonderful view. It has killer location. Great place place to stay with your family and friends and to enjoy Isla Mujeres. - Thomas, Mexico City, MX

If you're looking for a place to stay on Isla Mujeres, stop looking - you've found it. The location is perfect - short walks to the restaurants, beaches, and shopping on the north end of the island. Easy access to the ferry. Spectacular sunrise view. Pool area is shaded in the afternoon, making it even more comfortable and usable. Kitchen is well equipped, linens and towels all provided and in great shape, beds are comfortable, bathrooms spacious, and the owners are local, well versed in the area, and great to work with. They quite literally wrote a book on the area. The only downside: you may not want to leave - we sure didn't want to! - Dave, Atascocita, TX

Castillito Del Caribe is one of just a few private villas located downtown - where all the Isla Mujeres action is and of course Playa Norte, the #1 ranked beach in all of Mexico! Just a short 2 block walk along the Malecon to the Main Plaza in El Centro, yet just far enough away for a quiet retreat. Stay up late or get up early to watch the incredible Million Dollars Sunrises that paint the sky each morning in an amazing array of colors! When the sun sets, head on up to our 4th floor roof top terrace for jaw dropping 360 degree views of the entire island! Check out our rooftop video!

You'll be blown away when you walk through the entryway and are greeted with an expansive view of the turquoise and sapphire Caribbean Sea, waves breaking just 12 feet away. The views are simply stunning, the sea so close it's magical as you fall asleep to the soothing sounds. This large villa is majestic, yet a warm and welcoming vacation rental that's great for extended families or larger groups. Located in El Centro (downtown) right on the Malecon, it's a perfect walking or running trail, an easy stroll to breakfast, lunch or dinner. All the Isla Mujeres excitement is so close, but you'll be reluctant to leave this property. There are 7 terraces, all with utterly spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea to the East and Cancun to the West.

The ground level terrace has an inviting Baja Shelf splash pool, with a Fountain and bubblers. It transforms into a stunning water feature when the lights come on at night. Bask with your favorite beverage in a lounge chair in the pool, sit for a relaxing soak or let the little ones enjoy the shallow area. An impressive mural with Jorge the dragon is on the North pool patio wall because well, every Castle 🏰 needs a Dragon.

Our 4th level rooftop terrace provides 360 degree views of the entire island that can't be beat - a great place for working out, sunset cocktails and romantic stargazing. Check out the 360 view video - pure HEAVEN.

Since this home is close to all of Isla Mujeres' downtown action - restaurants, shops, nightlife and beaches NO GOLF CART IS NEEDED (avoid the sobriety checkpoints ;-) to enjoy your stay at Castillito del Caribe. Although you may want to rent one just for a day to explore the enchantment of the rest of the Island. We can certainly help you with reservations for that too!

This gorgeous villa is uniquely decorated with custom tapestries, each an individual work of an artist. Ceiling fans are generously placed, circulating gentle sea breezes throughout the home. Each room has individual temperature controls - both A/C and quiet, high quality ceiling fans.

Voted as one of the Best Islands in the World by Conte Nast Traveler - this Villa location simply can't be beat! There are less than a handful of large Oceanfront villas with a private pool located DOWNTOWN in El Centro - where all the action is! Castillito del Caribe is walking distance to restaurants, shops, nightlife and NORTH BEACH! Ranked #1 best Beaches in Mexico, Playa Norte is just a few minutes walk away!

Views of BOTH the Caribbean and the Bay of Cancun await you in this Level 3 Owner's Penthouse. Enjoy this 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath apartment that features a fully stocked gourmet kitchen with a bar height island and ocean view seating for 4. Large side-by-side refrigerator with ice maker and filtered water, full over and microwave hood vent. Living area has a dual recliner sofa plus a Caribbean Sea view window seat sofa/day bed for reading, relaxing and extra sleeping space.

The large master suite has a king bed, sliding door to balcony, a sitting area with recliner, large walk in closet with a safe. The master bath features a luxurious walk in shower with Caribbean view and corner seat, dual sinks and oversized vanity.

PLEASE NOTE: The second bedroom has a queen bed with ensuite 1/2 bath. It also has Caribbean view window and stackable washer/dryer. It has a separate entrance off the patio, so it may not be suitable for small children (see floor plan in the photos). The property is a Boutique Hotel with 4 separate units. The pool patio, rooftop terrace & other patios are potentially SHARED unless the ENTIRE 6BR property (listing 1266750) is rented.

The Bay of Cancun patio is a great spot for sunset cocktails. It's such a stunning and comfy spot, you may never want to leave the Castle Penthouse! (See listing 1266750 for our 6BR listing with tons of 5 Star Reviews!)

Plenty of free parking directly across the street, along the Mexican Navy Base - very safe ;-) All guests get our FREE Visitor Guide: The Ultimate Insiders' Guide to Isla Mujeres immediately after booking. It is full of ALL the important deets you need to enjoy your stay - and experience Isla Mujeres like a local.

We believe salt is the spice of life and sunsets are worth cheering about.

We look forward to hosting you!
Dawn & Tom

Property manager

Dawn Fleming & Tom Clifford
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 25

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No Henna Tattoos or Self-tanners,.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Isla Mujeres

Located by the ocean, this apartment is in Centro - Supmza 001, a neighborhood in Isla Mujeres. Isla Mujeres Ferry Terminal and Playa Mujeres Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit La Isla Shopping Mall and Cancun Mall. Garrafon Natural Reef Park and West Coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun, and Punta Nizuc National Park are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Isla Mujeres, ROO

What's nearby

  • Miguel Hidalgo - 6 min walk
  • Terminal Marítima Isla Mujeres - 7 min walk
  • North Beach - 11 min walk
  • Cocal Beach - 16 min walk
  • Dolphin Discovery - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • luna Grill - 8 min walk
  • Los Mariscos de Humo - 7 min walk
  • Miramar Restaurant & Bar - 8 min walk
  • Mocambo Lancheros - 8 min walk
  • Muelle 7 - 9 min walk

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tami H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We enjoyed our stay with our teenage boys. The property is in a great location for walking to restaurants, shops and beaches. The dogs barking next door was our only complaint.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot
I would not hesitate to stay at this property again. The location is perfect, the space was clean and the host were accommodating. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Fleming & Tom Clifford

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The owners of Castillito del Caribe are Dawn Fleming and Tom Clifford. Dawn first came to Isla Mujeres in 1994, when her best friend Laurie introduced her to this Caribbean Paradise. Tom fell in love on his first visit in 2002. In 2010, Dawn and Tom sailed Santorini, their 50’ center cockpit ketch from Southern California, 5000 miles though the Panama Canal and relocated to Florida. Dawn is host of the Life in Paradise podcast and author of the best selling book "Claim Your Dream Life: How to Retire in Paradise on a Shoestring Budget".

Why they chose this property

Since this home is located in El Centro it is close to all of Isla Mujeres’ downtown action – restaurants, shops, nightlife and beaches NO GOLF CART IS NEEDED to enjoy your stay at Castillito del Caribe. Although you may want to rent one just for a day to explore the enchantment of the rest of the Island. There are VERY FEW private oceanfront villas downtown - this one is exquisite!

What makes this property unique

Just blocks from Isla Mujeres’ downtown action – restaurants, shops, nightlife and beaches NO GOLF CART IS NEEDED to enjoy your stay at Castillito del Caribe. Although you may want to rent one just for a day to explore the enchantment of the rest of the Island. There are VERY FEW private oceanfront villas downtown - this one is exquisite! FROM HERE, YOU CAN WALK TO THE #1 BEACH IN ALL OF MEXICO!

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