Holbox or Puerto Morelos? Which is better?

Two of the most beautiful places you can find when talking about the mexican beaches, learn about the main activities you can do in each of these destinations plus a side by side comparison that will help you decide which one you should visit. 

By now, you already know the proper measurements you and your family should take to be safe during this “new normality” brought by the pandemic, so with that out of the table, we can focus on what is important, where are you going to go? 

One of your main options should always be the Mexican Caribbean and we know there are many places available for that and you may not know where to start looking, don’t worry, we have you covered.

Visit Puerto Morelos 

It is one of the oldest towns in the area and although it has grown substantially over the past few years it remains a small (slightly sleepy) fishing village. It is lively enough so you can have a good night out with friends and family. 

In Puerto Morelos, you can expect great food, great beaches, friendly locals, excellent snorkeling and it won’t break the bank.

Puerto Morelos sits tucked between Playa del Carmen and Cancun,  it is only 25 kilometers from Cancun airport making it a quick onward journey for anyone to get here, you can there by driving, on a bus, or a taxi, mobile apps can also get you there.

What is there to do?

• Visit the cenotes

There are lots of Cenotes near Puerto Morelos, in fact, there’s an entire road full of them! It is called Ruta de Los Cenotes and you can get there by car or by booking a tour, you could also just take a taxi but if you do that make sure you plan ahead so you know which Cenote near Puerto Morelos to go to.

• Visit one of the 18 ecotourism parks

Close to the Ruta de los Cenotes, in which the rational use of the environment is privileged and which maintains the essence of natural resources.

• Interact with dolphins in a suitable and protected enviorment

This is undoubtedly a unique experience since the dolphins are in a habitat where they develop and socialize in the best way. In Delphinus, in addition to living with them, you will be able to admire many marine species in the water.

• Eat at the local restaurants

Like any other place, you can find a wide variety of food options, you can try the seafood at Boquinete Seafood & Grill or the mexican food at Lola y Moy, there are also vegan options like  John Gray's Kitchen.

Where can you stay in Puerto Morelos?

There are 3 areas that people usually stay at: 

• In the tourist area by the beach (known as The Hotel Zone).
• In the town on the other side of the federal highway (a taxi ride away, known as The Colonia).
• On the outskirts of Puerto Morelos in one of the huge resorts.

Where is Holbox located

The perfect mix of relaxation, great weather and bohemian beauty, Holbox is the paradise island you’ve always dreamed of visiting! There are bright murals adorning many of the island’s walls, and even the bright colours of the ocean look like they’ve had the saturation levels cranked up.

Isla Holbox is located northwest of Cancun, just across the water from the port of Chiquila, on the north coast of the Yucatán Peninsula. 

Depending on your mode of transport there are a few options to get to Isla Holbox. Cancun to Holbox is the most common route but most of these options will work from the major areas across the Yucatan:

• Rental Car: Drive to Chiquila + Ferry
• Private Transfer to Chiquila + Ferry
• Bus to Chiquila+ Ferry
• Colectivo to Chiquila +Ferry
• Fly to Holbox
  

Things to do in Holbox

• Do nothing, really, nothing

Holbox is a beautiful, calm place, while you could fill your days with boat trips, snorkeling, yoga and more, we recommend taking at least a day to just enjoy the beaches, the perfect weather and relax.

• Discover the city

If you and your family are art lovers, you should definitely look for the Holbox’s eclectic mix of murals. There are plenty of huge designs all around the island, from portraits to abstract works.

• Swim With The Whale Sharks
  

• Where can you stay?

Holbox or Puerto Morelos wich one should I choose?