This is our definitive list of the best Airbnbs, guesthouses, and boutique hotels in Mexico based on design and experience. We've reviewed thousands of properties to come up with this list.
These are independent properties and not owned or operated by CasitaMX. To book a stay, visit thelinks below each property.
Places are listed A-Z. This is a living list that will be updated from time-to-time. Last updated: January 1, 2023.
Rising out of the Mayan jungle in front of the legendary blue lagoon of Bacalar, Azul Nomedolvides is small eco-luxury boutique hotel in the south of Mexico near Belize.
Escape to the peace and tranquility of the Mexican countryside. Located outside of the magical town of Aculco and only 2.5 hours by car from bustling Mexico City (CDMX).
Immersed in the quiet and relaxed atmosphere of Mexico's famed "pueblo magico" of Tepoztlán, Casa Amada is a dream mountain town escape just 45 minutes outside of Mexico City.
Gorgeous private villa in Tulum surrounded by tropical plants that blurs the lines between indoor and outdoor living. A top pick for groups of 8-10 guests in Tulum.
Peaceful mountain villa by famed Mexican architect Diego Villaseño. Less than 2 hours from CDMX, an ideal place to experience nature, rest, celebrate, cook, meditate, and hike.
The former home of renowned Mexican singer and poet Chavela Vargas has been transformed into a peaceful four-bedroom mountain escape with vintage and hand-crafted furniture.
A peaceful retreat in the heart of Oaxaca set discreetly behind its sister restaurant, Criollo, by famed Mexican chef Enrique Olvera (creator of Mexico City's world renowned Pujol).
Designer home set cliff side with panoramic views of the powerful Pacific Ocean. Casa del Sapo effortless merges style and comfort to create what may be Mexico's best Airbnb, period.
As seen on the cover of Architectural Digest, Casa Eterea is a luxurious isolated hideaway for two that's built on the slopes of an extinct volcano.
Gorgeous designer loft with private terrace and garden, filled with beautiful locally made furniture and located in the popular La Veleta neighborhood of Tulum.
A collection of three casitas surrounded by towering palms and flowering bougainvillea, located down a quiet road in the beach town of San Pancho (1 hour from Puerto Vallarta).
Nestled in an orchard in the heart of Malinalco, Mague is a Scandinavian-Mexican inspired home made from gorgeous but simple materials that has been featured in Architectural Digest.
The latest architectural gem in Puerto Escondido, a brutalist-inspired beachfront escape located minutes away from Tadao Ando's famed Casa Wabi.
Designer home by Tezontle art collective's Carlos Matos, featuring minimalist spaces, peaceful rooftop terrace, and a large pool that weaves inside the home.
Stunning and spacious ocean-front home built with raw concrete and locally-sourced wood, large-enough for groups of up to 15 guests - rental includes two local chefs.
Nestled beneath a mango tree, Casa Nu is a brutalist-inspired space with double-height ceilings and a big backyard, less than 500 feet from the popular La Saladita surf spot.
Concrete beach house designed by architects Ludwig Godfrey and Emmanuel Picault with bunker like exterior that gives way to a stunning sunken interior space.
The spectacular Casa Puuc is a bed and breakfast built in 1914 by Yucatecan architect Manuel Amabilis and beautifully restored by a local Mexican artist.
Luxury escape designed by reknowned architect Albert Kalach, featuring arched ceilings and brick interiors along with locally sourced furniture and ceramics.
Gorgeous modern home with four identical master casitas nestled into the hillside of Punta Gorda and overlooking the Sea of Cortez in Baja California Sur.
Inspired by Henry David Thoreau's "Walden" - Casa Tiny is a place to escape society and enjoy the simple life in a minimalist, low-impact space on the shores of Oaxaca.
Set in a small town 20 minutes outside of Mérida on the Yucatan Peninsula, Kantoyna is a cozy and private four-room hacienda by Mérida's growing Casa Vagantes group.
Set in the heart of downtown Mérida, Casa Vagantes is a fully-restored classic Yucateco home with private pool and courtyard within walking distance of the cities best restaurants.
Designed by Mexico's award-winning Ambrosi Etchegaray, Casa Volta is a tranquil beachfront villa mamade from beautiful terracotta colored concrete and recycled bricks.
Set in one of the most important archeological sites in the Mayan world, Coqui Coqui Coba is a luxury escape rising from the Coba jungle.
Surrealist architectural project by famed architect Javier Senosiain built around the principles oforganic architecture - a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
Ultra private mountain home with luxurious jacuzzi and pool situated in the foothills of Amatlán, a quiet town just 90 minutes from the heart of Mexico City.
Tucked away in one of Mexico's most culturally-rich towns in Mexico, Escondido Oaxaca elegantly mixes traditional architecture with modern luxuries (including a rooftop pool).
Surrounded by low yucatecan jungle within the Cenotes Rings State Reserve, Galopina is a private 5 suite home pefect for disconnecting and exploring nature.
Set in an 18th-century mansion, Grana is a laid back bed and breakfast featuring handcrafted oaxacan furniture and built around a peaceful hammock-laden courtyard.
Located in the restored ruins of an old Mexican hacienda in the heart of the Yucatan, Hacienda Tamchen is a lush property with just one suite and three private villas.
Originally built as a private library inside a classic 1940’s Roma mansion, home features 15 foot high ceilings, original stained-glass windows, gorgeous cubed skylights, and classic mid-century modern furniture.
Boasting 180º views of Punta Cometa and Mermejita Beach, La Distancia is a self-sustaining solar-powered retreat situated on a hilltop on the Oaxacan coast complete with a three bedrooms and a private pool.
With a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean, the house is built on a hillside overlooking the quiet and majestic Mermejita Beach and completely surrounded by nature.
Located in the heart of the historic center of Mazatlan in Sinaloa, La Perfecta is a historic home from the 1860s transformed into a luxurious beachtown refuge.
Housed in an elegant and discreet 1920’s French-style townhouse, La Valise is adorned with Mexican antiques and one-of-a-kindin the center of trendy Roma Norte.
Hidden in the forrest of Mexico's famed Valle de Bravo, El Cielo is a remote three cabin refuge designed to give you the space to reconnect and recognize your personal vibration.
Minutes from the shores of San Augustinillo on the Oaxacan coast, Monte Uzulu is a small boutique hotel featuring gorgeous handcrafted furniture by makers across Mexico.
Also known as Joy Palace, Palacio Alegria is a Moroccan riad inspired holiday villa located just a few minutes from Zicatela Beach.
Tucked away amid farmland down an unassuming dirt road and framed by the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains, Paradero is without question one of Mexico's premier luxury boutique hotels.
A one-of-a-kind loft in the quiet and secure neighborhood of La Valeta in Tulum. Awaken to soft sunlight between palms and trees in one of Tulum's best designed Airbnbs.
Set beachfront on Mexico's Pacific Coast, Punta Pajaros is a serene eco-luxury escape surrounded by lush vegetation anddesigned by famed architect Alberto Kalach.
Located on a rocky mountaintop with with breathtaking views of the Guadalupe Valley below, Villa Gracia is a luxury villa in Mexico's most prominent wine region.
Incredible beach oasis with just four suites, hidden at the end of beautiful Puerto Escondido, beautifully mixing macuil wood, chukum, and raw concrete to create a stunning interior.
Immersed in the jungle of Sayulita, Villa Pelican mixes eclectic Mexican elements with an African twist in an ode to its owners, a family from South Africa.
Designed by one of Tulum's most popular architecture teams, Co-Lab Design Office, Villa Pelicor is a sanchuary boasting 12 foot ceilings, giant windows, and private pool.
Located at the end of the Baja California Sur peninsula, White Lodge is a small collection of minimalist beachfront cottages with private roof-top decks, indoor fireplaces, and private plunge pools.
