Aquastar Hotel and Apartments is on the Mahahual to Xcalak road just south of the boardwalk. It has more than 620 reviews and a score of 8.0 out of 10, with the latest from August 2026. The property lists two outdoor pools open in the daytime, free parking and continental breakfast for a surcharge. Rooms range from a standard room to oceanfront rooms, two-bedroom apartments and a room with a private pool. The beach is about two minutes on foot and the lighthouse about eight.
Location and getting around
The hotel is on the coastal road at kilometer half, within a two-minute walk of the beach and about an eight-minute walk from the lighthouse. Dolphin Discovery and Maya Water Park are a short drive, and the property details give no distance to the boardwalk or the cruise port, so confirm directions with the hotel. A taxi from the terminal is a short ride in any case.
Rooms
The lineup is varied. Standard and superior rooms are the practical choices for couples, the superior quadruple room suits a small family, and the premium apartments with two bedrooms sleep six, which is useful for groups. Premium and oceanfront rooms have better views and a bathtub, while one room has a private pool. A standard room is listed without windows, so check the category before you choose.
Who it suits
Families and groups who want pool time as well as beach time, and travelers who like having a kitchen-style apartment. The two outdoor pools are a draw on hot afternoons, and parking is included, which helps if you rent a car.
Good to know
Breakfast is continental and costs extra, so many guests eat on the boardwalk. Pool hours are limited to the day, and room quality varies by category according to guest scores, with some categories scoring noticeably higher than others. Read recent reviews for the specific room type you want. Rates are moderate for the area.
Why stay here
- ✓Two outdoor pools
- ✓Two-bedroom apartments
- ✓Oceanfront rooms
- ✓Continental breakfast (fee)
- ✓Free parking
- ✓Walk to the beach
- ✓Short walk to the lighthouse
- ✓Air conditioning
Good questions
Does the hotel have a pool?+
Yes, the property lists two outdoor pools open during the day. Check opening hours when you arrive.
Is breakfast included?+
No, a continental breakfast is available for a surcharge. Many guests also eat at nearby cafes.
How far is the beach?+
The beach is about two minutes on foot, and the lighthouse about eight minutes on foot according to the property details.
