Secluded Beach Bungalows for Your Mexico Vacation

Five of our favorite resorts for a private getaway

Mexico is a dream destination for a beach getaway—perfect weather, white-sand beaches, a vibrant culture, convenient travel, and affordable prices. No wonder millions flock to the country each year!

If your idea of a getaway is escaping the bustle and lounging in a private beachside bungalow, Mexico can accommodate you. The country’s 6,000 miles of coastline offers plenty of secluded gems to ditch the crowds, unwind, and recharge for real.

Here are five of our favorite secluded beach bungalows for your next Mexico vacation.

El Dorado Maroma Palafitos, Playa del Carmen

Thirty stilted cabins with 360 panoramic views. Overwater huts with glass flooring. Ladder-access swimming and infinity pools. These are the features you’d expect from a resort on a South Pacific island, but you can find them all at El Dorado Maroma Palafitos.

The adults-only resort has been a mainstay in the region for years, but a recent renovation has made it one of the top options for secluded bungalows in Mexico.

Insider Tips

Opt for the gourmet all-inclusive package for the ultimate experience.
Arrange for a personalized concierge for extra luxury.

Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués

The 45 private villas at this resort will make you forget the bustle of Acapulco, a 20-minute drive away. Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués is located in Acapulco’s exclusive Diamond Zone, with each pod offering dramatic cliffside or ocean views.

The luxury resort also features 45 private heated pools (1 per villa), an award-winning spa, a fitness center, and several restaurants with various cuisines.

Insider Tips

Ask for villas 408 to 411 for unobstructed views of the Pacific.
Check out nearby La Quebrada to see Acapulco’s cliff divers.

Las Alamandas, Costalegre, Jalisco

Meryl Streep and Robert de Niro are two examples of celebrities spotted at Las Alamandas, an isolated oasis along Mexico’s “Happy Coast.” The resort features 18 private suites for the ultimate secluded experience.

This exclusive property features a wellness spa, a 55-yard freshwater pool, and multiple activities, including horseback riding, pickleball, mountain biking, and kayaking. If it’s good enough for A-listers, there’s probably something to it!

Insider Tips

Bring your binoculars for wildlife spotting around the secluded property.
Enjoy the different vibe and flavor of all four private beaches.

Hotel Escondido, Puerto Escondido

As the Spanish word escondido, translated to English means “hidden”, this adults-only hotel truly lives up to its name. A 45-minute drive from the main beach town, Hotel Escondido features only 16 palapa-roofed bungalows, providing for utmost privacy along Oaxaca’s pristine coastline.

Each bungalow offers a private plunge pool and direct beach access, plus all guests are free to take advantage of the stunning 50-meter (164-ft.) swimming pool that seamlessly blends with the property.

Insider Tips

Arrange hotel transfers in advance for the smoothest experience.
The remote location makes trips into town cumbersome, so make sure you have everything you need for your stay.

Villas Flamingos, Isla Holbox

Cars aren’t allowed on Isla Holbox, making a trip to this resort feel much more secluded. The 26-mile beach is famous for its peace and quiet in Yucatan, with Villas Flamingos at the end of the beach in the Yum-Balam Nature Reserve.

Bungalows with garden or ocean views, indoor Jacuzzis, and a private terrace offer everything for an intimate getaway. Villas Flamingos also features a wellness spa and regularly hosts special culinary events.

Insider Tips