Just across from the hustle and bustle of Cancun, lies a small, serene island called Isla Mujeres. Inhabited since pre-Colombian times, Isla Mujeres still retains the culture of the Maya past and present. Here, white sand beaches boarder turquoise waters under blue skies as colorful fishing boats dot the horizon.

Located on the most beautiful beach of the surrounding area and bordered on both sides by the crystalline water of the Caribbean. The Hotel Na Balam offers a bit of paradise to all their guests. The rooms are small cottages in the midst of lush gardens; all 31 rooms has one king sized or two queen sized beds, air conditioning and ceiling fans; terrace or balcony depending if it is first floor or ground level, in-room safely deposit boxes, 24 hours security protection, swimming pool, recreation palapa, yoga and massage.


The beachfront Snack bar has become the place to be for sunset watching and also provides fresh fruit juices and a variety of Mexican snacks, elaborated under qualified cleanness standards and carefully selection of all ingredients.

Our restaurant Zazil Ha offers genuine Maya and vegetarian fusion cuisine in a wonderful peaceful atmosphere.


Isla Mujeres is the ideal place for a truly relaxing vacation and a place to make new friends among the local people, the warm and friendly descendants of the original Mayans; like our guests, they are blessed with the easy-going lifestyle of the island.

Here you'll find the perfect vacation place for all ages, located only 20 minutes by boat from Cancun, the island is only 5 miles long and ½ mile wide , mostly covered by lush vegetation, at the colorful down town area you will find interesting restaurants, gift shops and other activities that you can enjoy, like:
Bicycle riding, yoga, scuba diving, snorkeling, kayak, fishing, golf cars riding and visiting the turtle farm, you can also swim with the dolphins and sharks, or get a relaxing massage.


The island got its name from the Spaniards who landed here in the 17th century, they found hundreds of female figurines and a temple dedicated to the goddess Ixchel stood for centuries at southern tip. The island has been continuously inhabited by Mayans, and Maya is still the first language for many islanders.