Delek Holbox

Punta Coco was a perfect location for us, and the staff were so kind and attentive. Delek Hotel has a really special, timeless feel, with a peaceful atmosphere from beginning to end. We had a wonderful, relaxing stay and highly recommend it.

The pool, beach, and rooms are beautiful, and the staff were friendly, but the food and service need improvement for the out-of-the-way location to feel worthwhile. The menu is both expensive and limited, without good Mexican options. The best thing we ate was a cheeseburger, which was disappointing. We ended up going out for food, about a 15-minute walk to the nearest place or 30 minutes into town. A taxi costs 200 pesos each way. The hotel could be a good choice if you want a more secluded holiday, since it's far from central Holbox. But service felt disorganized. It took more than 20 minutes for our ice cream to arrive, and by then it was melted.

One thing that made everyday routines annoying was the bathroom design. The long, thick trough sink was about 4 feet by 1.5 feet, shallow, unattractive, and left no useful counter space for toiletries. The shower stall had a big empty area where shelves should have been, so I had to put my things on the floor because the nearest hook was far from the water. It felt like looks had won over practical use. Even so, this was one of my favorite hotels on the trip and I'd stay again. It's away from the busier part of the island, with beachy decor and boardwalks between the different areas. The staff were great and the food delicious, though it took a long time to get food and drinks, as if they were short-staffed. Mosquitos were incredibly annoying, though that's not the hotel's fault. The pool was nice but not very practical for swimming. There's a short walk to the real beach, with gorgeous sunsets every night.

We first stopped at the beach club in a beautiful location for drinks and delicious ceviche, then enjoyed ourselves enough to come back to the restaurant for lunch. The food was fantastic, and Hector and Carlos gave lovely service. The hotel is absolutely beautiful.