Travel

Flight

Getting to Isla Mujeres

✈️ Step 1: Fly into Cancún International Airport (CUN) 🚐 Step 2: Get from Cancún Airport to Puerto Juárez Ferry Terminal (Reddit recommends option one with CARM private transfers as easy, hassle free way to go!) Option 1: Private Shuttle 🕒 Time: 30–45 minutes 💰 Cost: ~$53 USD (~950 pesos) for 1–3 people 🔗 Book: https://carmtransfers.com/isla-mujeres-transfers/ or happyshuttlecancun.com/cancun-shuttle-to-isla-mujeres-ferry Option 2: ADO Bus + Taxi 🕒 Time: 60–90 minutes 💰 Cost: 🚌 ADO Bus: ~$5.50 USD (~98 pesos) to downtown Cancún 🚕 Taxi to ferry: ~$10 USD (~180 pesos) 🔗 Book bus: ado.com.mx ⛴️ Step 3: Take Ferry to Isla Mujeres Ultramar Ferry 🕒 Time: 20–25 minutes 💰 Cost: ~$14.50 USD (~290 pesos) one-way 🛥️ Departures: Every 30 minutes, 5:30 AM–11 PM 🔗 Buy tickets: ultramarferry.com/en ❗ *Note:* Weirdly, you can’t take Uber or regular city taxis from the airport because they aren’t allowed to pick up there. You’ll need to arrange a private shuttle or take the ADO bus + taxi combo to get to the ferry.

Hotel

Unsure

We are not yet sure where we will be staying, but it will likely be in Playa Norte area. That's where a lot of the action happens. Here are some decent hotel options on the island. There are also good Airbnb options, especially if you can get a group together! 🏖️ Ixchel Beach Hotel Vibe: Beachfront, family-friendly, convenient Rates: Starting around $165 USD per night for standard rooms; suites can go up to $336 USD per night, depending on the room type and view. Website: https://www.ixchelbeachhotel.com/ 🌊 Hotel Secreto Vibe: Boutique, tranquil, stylish Rates: Approximately $190 USD per night for standard rooms; deluxe rooms may be higher. Website: https://www.hotelsecreto.com/ 🌴 Bahia Tolok Little more south than Playa Norte Rooms around $155 https://bahiatolok.com/ 🌴 Privilege Aluxes (Adults Only) Vibe: All-inclusive, beachfront, adults-only Rates: Prices range from $181 to $300 USD per night, depending on room type and booking platform. Website: https://www.privilegehotels.com/ 🌴 Casa Alkimia Town & Oceanfront Vibe: Boho, artsy, cute decor, rooftop with small pool or hang area depending which site, walkable to playa norte if in town Price: ~$170–190/night website: https://www.casaalkimia.com/rooms/rooms/b46042f6-3012-4e41-96b4-603ace1f0758 🏡 Hotel & Suites Bucaneros Vibe: Budget-friendly, central, cozy Rates: Typically under $100 USD per night. Website: https://bucaneros.com/en 🛏️ Airbnb Options Vibe: Varied, local, flexible Rates: Listings range from $50 to $250+ USD per night. Website: https://www.airbnb.com/s/Isla-Mujeres--Mexico/homes?checkin=2026-01-16&checkout=2026-01-19&adults=1