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One of only a few hotels situated directly behind Holbox’s sandy beach, Villas Flamingos is also, in our opinion, the best on the island.

A 15-minute walk from Holbox town, Villas Flamingos cuts a striking profile from the moment you arrive: the giant reception palapa is intended to resemble a flamingo nest (these birds also visit the island, generally between June and September). The atmosphere is sociable although you should have no trouble finding your own space to relax in the sandy grounds where there are hammocks dotted around. There’s a swimming pool perched above the ocean and 2 other small pools for cooling off.

The 40 or so guest rooms and suites cover a wide range of categories and are distributed in an arrangement of heavily thatched, whitewashed cabanas and cottages set in tropical gardens shaded by coconut palms. Interiors are bright and cheerful, with Mexican marine colours, nautical style nick-nacks and Mexican handicrafts. All have a balcony or terrace, many come with their own hot tub or plunge pool and TVs are shunned. The bi-level Honeymoon Suite has lovely ocean views from the bedroom and terrace on its upper level. Meanwhile the luxurious Palapa Master Suites are a real treat, each with 2 terraces and far-reaching views. The hotel’s restaurant and beach bar offers a delicious Mexican menu including the classics such as seafood tacos, ideal for a lazy lunch in the ocean breeze.

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What our clients say

  • I would have no hesitation in recommending the company and we will in future certainly use you again.  Everything that was arranged happened to time which for what I had…

    BH Tonbridge May 2015
  • We liked the variety of our trip -  ancient Mayan ruins, real Mexican towns and people, and beautiful beaches. It was wonderful to access Chichen Itza from the grounds of…

    PR Mar 2015
  • Specific memorable event: Having climbed up the large pyramid at the Mayan site, within the Calakmul biospere, not only did we love the impressive view across the tree canopy, but…

    LG, St Albans Apr 2016
  • All of the tour guide experiences were memorable and we loved Mexico city. There was so much to see and do in such a short week. I would love to…

    JR, Castle Douglas May 2010
  • "While is difficult to find the better part, staying in the Hacienda Chichen Resort was magical, seen the Toh bird in Tanka was wonderful, as was swimming in the cenotes…

    LCS, London Sep 2014
  • Most Memorable Moment?: The awesome encounter with a grey whale mother and calf.

    WS, London Feb 2018
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Hannah
Hannah Donaldson - Travel Expert

Having spent part of her childhood in Colombia and worked in Brazil and Costa Rica, Hannah's ties to Latin America run deep. Hannah is a much valued Travel Expert in our Tailor-made Holidays and Group Tours sales team.

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  • Heloise
    Heloise Buxton - Travel Expert

    Heloise started her Latin American journey as an exchange student in Santiago, Chile. With extended summer holidays this was the perfect opportunity to backpack through Bolivia, Peru, Argentina and Brazil.

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    Chris Rendell-Dunn - Travel Expert

    Anglo-Peruvian Chris grew up in Lima and spent much of his adult life in between London and Cusco as a tour leader, before settling permanently in our London-based Tailor-made and Group Tours sales team.

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    Mary Anne Nelson - Travel Expert

    Born in the Atacama Desert in northern Chile, Mary’s insider knowledge and dry sense of humour make her a highly valued member of the Tailor-made Holidays and Group Tour sales team.

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    Sophie Barber - Travel Expert

    Sophie lived in Chile before joining us and has travelled extensively across Latin America, from Mexico to the furthest tip of Patagonia and beyond to Antarctica.

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    Juliet Ellwood - Travel Expert

    After graduating with a degree in Anthropology and History and having been fascinated by Latin America since childhood by the book featuring photos of Nazca, Juliet first visited the region in 2003. Since then, Juliet has visited the majority of countries in Latin America but has particularly extensive experience with Peru, a country she loves for many reasons but not least, its incredible archaeological richness and delicious food!

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    Paul Winrow-Giffin - Travel Expert

    After graduating in Computer Science, Paul spent seven months travelling from Colombia to Argentina and came home hooked on Latin America.

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