Ixchel Beach Hotel stands on Playa Norte, with North Beach a two-minute walk away and a beachfront setting. Its page lists two outdoor pools, sun loungers, a poolside bar, a terrace and garden, a gym and an on-site restaurant called Kalak serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free parking and in-room WiFi are included. Guests rate it 9.6 out of 10, which the page calls exceptional, across more than 1,000 reviews, with the latest dated in early November 2026. Rooms are large by island standards, from standard rooms of about 473 square feet to beachfront suites of up to about 1,840 square feet, so it suits families and groups as well as couples.
Location and getting around
The hotel is on Playa Norte, at the northern tip of the island, so the beach is on your doorstep and the town centre is a short walk away. The page gives no ferry distance, so plan on a short taxi ride from the pier. Free self parking is helpful if you rent a golf cart for the day. A round-trip airport shuttle is available on request for a surcharge, and staff can help with tours and tickets.
Rooms
The standard rooms are about 473 square feet and sleep up to four with two double beds, or two with a king bed and a partial ocean view. One-bedroom suites are about 1,119 square feet with a partial ocean view, or about 1,367 square feet beachfront. Two-bedroom suites reach about 1,593 square feet, or about 1,840 square feet beachfront, and sleep six. The beachfront suites are the ones to choose for a special stay.
Who it suits
Families and groups will appreciate the space and the two-bedroom suites, and couples will enjoy the beachfront setting. It is a strong all-rounder for a first visit because it combines location, room size and reviews.
Good to know
Breakfast is not included in the listed rate, although the restaurant serves it for an extra charge. The airport shuttle also costs extra, so compare it with a taxi or a transfer. Rates change with the season, so check your dates, and reserve early for holidays when Playa Norte is busiest.
Why stay here
- ✓Beachfront on Playa Norte
- ✓Two outdoor pools
- ✓Poolside bar and terrace
- ✓Restaurant Kalak
- ✓Gym
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Free in-room WiFi
- ✓Tour and ticket assistance
Good questions
Is breakfast included?+
Breakfast is not included in the listed rate, though the on-site restaurant serves it for an extra charge. Check your rate for any inclusions.
How far is it from Playa Norte?+
Playa Norte is about a two-minute walk. The hotel is in a beachfront setting on the northern tip of the island.
Is there parking?+
Yes, free self parking is listed. An airport shuttle is available on request for a surcharge.
