Escape to Isla Retreats, where tranquility and a unique Caribbean-Mexican experience await. Relax in the peaceful ambiance of tropical gardens, a heated salt-water pool with waterfalls, beach chairs and umbrellas under a mayan-inspired palapa. Upscale villas feature smart TVs and high-speed WiFi Internet.
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Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Villa #3 - Isla Retreats | Tropical Gardens + Pool
Our main goal is to provide an adults-only, tranquil and unique Caribbean-Mexican experience. Guests can stay in one of our six private villas to get away from the hustle-bustle of downtown and everyday life, and to relax and savor the lovely island. The peaceful ambience features a heated salt-water pool with waterfalls, beach chairs and umbrellas, tropical gardens and an exquisite palapa. Isla Retreats is located five minutes from downtown and Playa Norte. A tropical oasis awaits you!
There are 6 private villas at Isla Retreats that sleep 2 people each. All are upscale, tastefully decorated, and fully furnished with everything you will need for your stay. All villas have flat-screen TVs, cable TV, iPod docking stations and high speed WiFi Internet. We provide beach towels and bath towels, high quality linens, a hair dryer, and iron/ironing board for your use. There is an in-room safe to store your valuables and passports. Maid service (daily or as requested) is available at no extra charge. There is on-site staff available to accommodate our guests in setting up golf cart rentals and other activities.
Villa #3 is a one bedroom unit on the ground floor with a king size bed, one bathroom, a living room, dining area and a full kitchen. The kitchen includes a full size refrigerator, microwave, 4-burner cooktop and oven, blender, coffeepot, toaster - everything you need to make this your home away from home experience. There is air conditioning in each room, all modern stainless steel appliances, marble counter tops and marble floors, and cable TV.
Villa #3 can be rented along with Villa #4 as a two-bedroom/2 bathroom apartment or individually, as a one-bedroom apartment. There are a double set of lock-out doors between the two villas.
Our saltwater pool is only for guests staying at Isla Retreats. To keep the grounds quiet, safe and private, we do not allow use of the pool by people who are not staying at Isla Retreats. You can enjoy the sounds of the waterfall while sitting by the pool or under the palapa. The palapa and pool area are perfect for coffee and fresh orange juice in the morning, and cocktails in the evenings - or anytime!
*The calendar for this property show availability for just Villa #3. If you have questions about availability on our other villas, please contact me.
We have the following other apartments available to rent at Isla Retreats and they are all listed on AirBnB.
Villa #1 is a one bedroom unit on the ground floor with a king size bed, one bathroom, a living room, dining area and a full kitchen. The kitchen includes a full size refrigerator, microwave, 4-burner cooktop and oven, blender, coffeepot, toaster - everything you need to make this your home away from home experience. There is air conditioning in each room, all modern stainless steel appliances, marble counter tops and marble floors, and cable TV. The rate per night for 2 people is $185 USD plus tax.
Villa #2 is a one bedroom unit with a king size bed and a full bathroom. There is a small refrigerator, microwave and coffeepot. There is a lock-out door to Villa #1.
Villa #3 is a mirror image of Villa #1.
Villa #4 is a mirror image of Villa #2.
Villa #1 can be rented along with Villa #2 as a two bedroom unit or individually. Villa #3 can be rented along with Villa #4 as a two bedroom unit or individually.
Villa #5 is located on the second floor, at the back of the complex, overlooking Salina Chica. There is a king size bed, a kitchen, that includes a refrigerator, 2-burner cooktop, oven, microwave, coffeepot and toaster. Enjoy beautiful sunsets and bird watching on the balcony looking over Salina Chica. Villa #5 also has a private roof top patio with a panoramic view of the island.
Villa #6 is also located on the second floor. This villa has a king size bed and a full kitchen that includes a full size refrigerator, 4-burner cooktop and oven, microwave, blender, coffeepot and toaster. Villa #6 has a view of the grounds and pool and has two private patios on either side of the villa.
Per Mexican law, smoking is not allowed on the property, but we have a smoking area next door.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
No elevator (single-level property)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Heated pool
Scuba diving nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property welcomes adults only
Events
Events allowed
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Salinas, a neighborhood in Isla Mujeres, is home to this apartment. La Isla Shopping Mall and Cancun Mall 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. Parque de los Suenos and Isla Mujeres Sculpture Garden are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving. Visit our Isla Mujeres travel guide
West Coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun, and Punta Nizuc National Park
5 min drive - 2.5 km
North Beach
6 min drive - 2.8 km
Punta Sur
9 min drive - 5.6 km
Dolphin Discovery
9 min drive - 5.6 km
Getting around
Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN)
114 min drive
Restaurants
Isla Brewing Company Beer Garden
1 min walk
Dolphin Discovery
5 min walk
oscar's grills pizzas
20 min walk
Mango Café
9 min walk
Buffet Restaurant
6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Villa #3 - Isla Retreats | Tropical Gardens + Pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Villa #3 - Isla Retreats | Tropical Gardens + Pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Villa #3 - Isla Retreats | Tropical Gardens + Pool?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa #3 - Isla Retreats | Tropical Gardens + Pool?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Villa #3 - Isla Retreats | Tropical Gardens + Pool located?
Located in Salinas, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Crayola House, North Beach, and Isla Mujeres Ferry Terminal. Miguel Hidalgo and Parador Fotográfico are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Villa #3 - Isla Retreats | Tropical Gardens + Pool Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
my wife and i had a great time here. the location is solid, near good restaurants and not far from playa norte. katy and team were great hosts. the units are large and very well decorated.
Isla retreat has everything you need for a relaxing stay. The villa # 3 was much more than expected. The owner was slow to respond after the initial booking when we had to make changes to our reservation it took a number of attempts to get a response but the owner did accommodate our changes. Overall definitely a great place to stay.
Tropical gem in the middle of Isla with easy access by foot or cart to town. Loved our beautifully decorated villa with a comfy bed, plenty of hooks, hangers, and drawers made it easy to fully unpack and make it our home for five days. Coffee and wine provided. Lots of towels and daily housekeeping. The property was spotlessly clean. The pool was warm enough to never be chilly but still refreshing. Relaxed for hours poolside where at most there were six other people but often had it to ourselves. Excellent communication with our host - they even zipped up to the ferry dock to bring me a left behind item. Highly recommend!
I'm hesitant to write a review cause I'd love to keep this property as our little secret but the space and service was too wonderful not to share. This property is off the beaten path and quiet, which we appreciated immensely, has all the comforts of home and I've literally never stayed anywhere cleaned, and I'm and clean nut. Katy was so incredibly responsive to anything that came up and the cats roaming the property were great company.
Everything was perfect. We will definately stay again and recommend to anyone looking for something other than a resort but has a resort feel to it. We loved it
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property with gorgeous artistic sculptures and wonderful staff. We spent a lot of time enjoying the very nice pool with waterfalls. Not a lot within walking distance - cabs are typically easy to hail depending on the time of day. Having a golf cart is ideal and really opens up the whole island for exploration. A beautiful property to return to at the end of the day.
One never knows what to expect when one arrives at a VRBO property and this one did not disappoint. Removed from the hubbub of Playa Norte, Isla Retreats offers a peaceful and serene setting, spacious and comfortable quarters and a comprehensive list of restaurant recommendations. The hostess is very responsive and helpful. The staff is friendly and efficient. Our unit had everything we needed. We do recommend having the hostess make arrangements for a golf cart for ease in exploration and going to the beach and out to eat.
I had a wonderful stay at Isla Retreats. It’s a top notch property. I stayed in a one bedroom villa that was more than spacious and had all the amenities you would need for a longer stay. This included a fully equipped kitchen with new equipment and amenities. The living room had comfortable couch and relaxing chairs. Big screen Tv with Netflix. The bedroom and bathroom were comparable to a very nice hotel. The pool was incredible and there was an outdoor palapa with a gas grill bar and refrigerator. All the amenities of the villa were great. What made it special was the staff. Katy, the manager, was an incredible host. She was always around and had great recommendations. She also coordinated a delivery of fresh caught lobsters and fish for a very special Christmas Eve dinner. Her staff were also terrific and made sure my stay was comfortable. The apartment was cleaned everyday and they even did my laundry! I would highly, highly recommend this property.
Thanks for such an amazing stay Katy! Isla Retreats was just what was needed! What a beautiful tranquil property. Everything was great, from our beautiful room, the location and especially all of your restaurant recommendations!
We will definitely be back!
We absolutely loved our time here. It is truly a paradise. There is NOTHING that Katy and staff have not thought of to make your stay wonderful! Katy was also very helpful with places to go, getting a taxi for us and having a golf cart delivered for us. Our only regret was our time was too short… but we will definitely stay here again next visit! Thank you for everything Katy!!
Katy and her staff were welcoming and provided excellent advice on local restaurants and activities. The building and room is well maintained and clean. Villa #3 is massive and we loved staying there.
Juillet 2022 - Tout était formidable. Nous avons séjourné pendant 10 jours. La villa est impeccablement propre. Le personnel est très sympathique et la communication est facile avec les propriétaires qui sont très serviables. La villa est à environ 5 minutes de la plage en voiture et à 30 minutes à pied mais il fait beaucoup trop chaud pour marcher en été. Nous avons loué une voiturette de golf pour 1300 pesos mais il y a des taxis partout pour entre 60 et 80 pesos pour aller à la plage ou au Centro. Il y a un très grand marché pour l'épicerie pas trop loin à 5 minutes en voiture ou sinon il y a un mini dépanneur juste en face qui est très utile.
Mon mari et moi avons adoré cet endroit et nous y retournerons certainement.
When you travel it is sometimes a gamble with your choices. Not here, David, Katy and all the staff were always gracious and helpful and polite. There were absolutely no surprises. This is a unique boutique resort that went above and beyond. Achieving Excellence!
I must say I have stayed many times on Isla mujeres in houses but I must say this was my favorite
My new Favorite place cant wait to come back everything was perfect
Katy is so sweet and welcoming looking forward to seeing her again. Thanks Dawn Periquito
Dawn Periquito P.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
mary jo p.
Jan 25, 2019
Amazing, Beautiful, Comfortable stay. Excellent se
My 2 daughters and I and a family friend had the most amazing time at Isla Retreats. Katy and her Fun loving father were amazing hosts! Katy was so gracious helped with our golf cart rental. The staff was great. I had to go across the street to the tiny store for a cpl things and the sweet housekeeper followed me to help me with my Spanish. The rooms we had suites 3 and 4 were so comfortable, linens, towels so comfortable. The kitchen had everything u coukd want. Always plenty of fresh water..doing the dishes was a treat looking out to the lagoon and picking a col limes from the lime tree and watching the hummingbirds feast on the nectar. So many delicious places to walk and eat. Every morning I would walk across the street with my coffee and sit on the wall and watch the waves and sea glass hunt. I will definitely come back to this paradise. Grounds and Pool were spectacular. Thank You!! I felt very safe always, but I always do on this magical Island. Keep up the good work Isla Retreats. I will see you soon.
One more thing...the best Shower/Water pressure I have ever had on the Island. This was my 9th different place i have stayed over the years.
mary jo p.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anne P.
Apr 14, 2018
Amazing Vacation!
We just got home and we already want to go back! My husband and I instantly fell in love with the Island and Isla Retreats. We stayed in Villa #3 and it was very upscale, and had all of the comforts of home. The rooms were completely spotless, and clean. These accommodations exceeded our expectations - this property is definitely the most beautiful we’ve seen on the Island. I loved all of the closet space in the bedrooms, and the kitchen has the best cookware and cutlery . There is not a detail that has been over-looked, and the service is top- notch! The owners and staff are so accommodating and friendly. Everyone made sure our experience each day was perfect. We enjoyed many different local restaurants nearby, and the food was Always Amazing!
The pool area is very peaceful and relaxing (I loved the saltwater pool). And we enjoyed spending 'happy hour' each day, under the palapa. We can't wait to plan our next vacation at Isla Retreats!
Anne P.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tania W.
Mar 26, 2018
Beautiful Property. Great location!
Isla Retreats is a beautiful, well maintained property and our villa was well equipped. Katy is a warm, wonderful hostess who thought of everything to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Awesome mid-island location within walking distance to the Caribbean and delicious restaurants. Ample space to park golf carts and taxis are readily available just out front of the property. The pool is beautiful and we loved the waterfall feature. This is a quiet relaxing property. We look forward to returning someday.
Tania W.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jill B.
Feb 10, 2018
Beautiful property with gracious hosts
My family and I stayed in Villas 3 and 4 for a week. Outside, the setting is gorgeous, with tropical foliage, artwork, salt-water pool and colorful dwellings. Inside the decor is perfect for the island setting, the furniture and beds comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped, and between the two villas we had more than enough room for 3 adults.
But as impressive as the villas were, even more impressive was the kindness and helpfulness of our hosts. Katy assisted us over the week in ways big and small. She was very available and quick to make sure our stay was pleasant or to provide us with suggestions as to restaurants or places to visit. David worked around the property, making sure everything was just right for his guests.
The island itself was great, the people friendly. Even though we could say little more than por favor and gracias, somehow we got along well. We walked all over the island and took a cab for the longer distances or the return. The food was delicious, with some of our better meals coming from the less-assuming restaurants. Mango Café was one of our favorites.
Jill B.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Meredith T.
Jan 20, 2018
Perfect Vacation
Isla Retreats was the perfect getaway location. Descriptions that come to mind for the property include: tranquil, tropical, peaceful, and beautiful. It’s location is ideal for travel into Playa Norte or to the opposite end of the island. In addition, there are many delicious restaurants just a few blocks away.
Katy is the ideal host, always available, and always with a smile. She even arranged for our golf carts to be waiting, upon our arrival to the property.
The outdoor pool was a treat, perfect for an afternoon cool down.
I can’t say enough about our stay. We can’t wait to return!
Meredith T.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer F.
Jan 9, 2018
Beautiful place
This is our 3rd time to stay on the Island. First time at Isla Retreats. This is a beautiful place. The condos are lovely and have everything you need. We rented golf carts and Katy had them ready for us upon arrival which was so nice. We headed out right away to grocery shop etc. and get ready for our stay. This place is quiet and clean, relaxing and modern. A golf cart is necessary as the swimming Beach is more than a walk away. But we liked heading out to the beach in the morning and returning to a quiet place at night. Katy and Dave did a great job with place.