Mahahual

The heart of the Costa Maya

Mahahual, named after a family of typical trees, is located near the “Arrecifes de Xcalak” marine park and next to the Huach, Bacalar and Chetumal rivers, places of great nature and with very calm and friendly people.

Until the end of the 20th century, Mahahual has been a small fishing village, however it is currently being developed as an alternative tourist center to Cancun or the Riviera Maya, especially as a cruise ship dock and the Delphinus Costa Maya dolphinarium, it is also an important destination. to carry out sport fishing.

Mahahual is located 145 kilometers northwest of Chetumal, and is the heart of Costa Maya is a small fishing village with its sandy unpaved streets, with some restaurants where you can enjoy delicious lobster, clams and fresh fish that This place is served daily.

Recommended accommodation:

Matan Kaan

Magnificent, central and comfortable hotel with 39 rooms, decorated in a special way with a colorful and attractive design located in the tourist town of Mahahual in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico; When you stay at this hotel you will have the wonderful beaches of the Caribbean Sea just a few steps away. In the hotel you will enjoy spectacular views, it is spacious, comfortable, the cleanliness and its facilities are of the highest quality and the attention of the staff is excellent, also the staff is multilingual and your pet is welcome in some rooms.

A natural wonder

Due to its tropical location in Mahahual, divers find a marvel of coral formations, sponges, sea turtles, Dolphins, Seahorses, manatees, and thousands of coral fish, they have discovered how wonderful and attractive it is to admire the marine world. that offers the beautiful beach of Mahahual, that is why many tourists prefer Mahahual because it is a very quiet and pleasant place where they can enjoy the sea breeze and the friendliness of its people.

Mahahual also offers small hotels for rent that serve divers, tourists and fishermen.

One of the main attractions of Mahahual is its proximity to Banco Chinchorro, an atoll declared a natural reserve and also recognized as the second largest barrier reef in the world. This reef is located in the Caribbean Sea off the coasts of Quintana Roo and Belize, having an enormous biodiversity that is extremely attractive to dive in, and is surrounded by virgin jungle.

Recommended accommodation:

Hotel Quinto Sole

Quinto Sole is a haven to rest and enjoy the natural wonders that Mahahual has to offer. It is located on the coast of the Caribbean Sea, 55 km from the Cancun-Chetumal federal highway. The beauty of its facilities lies in its simplicity. The use of neutral colors, open spaces and wood finishes, allows it to blend in harmoniously with its surroundings.