The 32 Best Airbnbs in Mexico
Whittling down where to go in Mexico is a Herculean task. There are more amazing beaches, restaurants, historical ruins, and vineyards (yes, vineyards) spread across the country than we can count. And now, we're adding even more options to the mix, with a handful of Airbnbs we think are worth traveling for. Spread from the Baja California peninsula to the Yucatán, with stops in Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca, and more along the way, these 32 homes offer plenty of options for solo travelers, couples, and families.
As a bonus, all of these selections are run by Superhosts, who each have a rating of 4.8 or above, a record of zero cancellations, and at least a 90 percent response rate, meaning they'll get back to you ASAP.
Here, from north to south, our top picks for the best Airbnbs in Mexico.
While we have not stayed in every Airbnb featured, unless otherwise stated, these listings are vetted based on Superhost status, amenities, location, previous guest reviews, and decor. This gallery has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
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Cerritos Beach
Looking for the surf retreat of your dreams? This contemporary beachfront home is located near the best point break in Baja California Sur. Running on solar power and with unmatched views of Cerritos beach, this is an ideal home for a family or groups of friends that also want a little privacy—each of the four bedrooms has a separate entrance and private bathroom. Although the beach offers plenty of adventures like surfing and sand volleyball, entertaining spaces in this home abound. The open-concept kitchen and living room open to an expansive deck and plunge pool, while the rooftop bar makes for a perfect perch to enjoy a sunset cocktail. There’s even a game room with a ping-pong table and an outdoor area with cornhole and a horseshoe pit.
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Valle de Guadelupe
We love an alternative Airbnb that's as functional as it is funky, and this studio built into an 1930s Silver Streak trailer checks those boxes. The hosts have made a ton of modifications to the trailer, like opening up one entire side with floor-to-ceiling, sliding glass doors for views over Mexican wine country. There's also a full soaking tub in the bathroom, kitchenette with a microwave and mini-fridge, indoor living area, and extra-large deck. If this spot is already booked for the dates you want to visit, the hosts have two other well-designed trailers, tiered on the hill so as not to block each others' views, to check out.
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Todos Santos
If you're looking for a vacation home filled with tropical, beachy decor, keep looking. But that's not to say this Brutalist-inspired concrete home is without charm. With two bedrooms, spacious bathrooms, both indoor and outdoor fireplaces, a rooftop deck looking out onto the Pacific, and a well-equipped, eat-in kitchen, it comes with all the amenities you need for a minimalist beach getaway. Plus, you're just 10 minutes from the beach, which is home to a sea turtle hatchery and some stellar surfing.
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Cabo San Lucas
Want a spot in Cabo without the crowds? Check into this four-bedroom villa, complete with an extra-large outdoor deck with multiple lounging areas and a fire pit, private pool, and hot tub. Located in a gated community, it's only a two-minute walk to the beach. As for the interiors, you'll be able to completely spread out between the large open living room, eat-in kitchen, dining room, and over-sized bedrooms. Plus, guests rave about the property manager, Juan, who can set you up with a private chef, transportation, in-home massages, and more.
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Careyes
A true aesthete’s haven, Careyes was first developed by the Italian banker Gian Franco Brignone, who bought nearly 25,000 acres of land on the Pacific Coast of Jalisco more than 50 years ago. Today, this design-driven community is something like an artist’s colony. Though this respite’s minimalist interiors are ideal for barefoot luxury living, the home’s cerulean blue exterior fits perfectly with the colorful façades of Casitas de las Flores, a vibrant series of villas set in the area’s tropical hills. Not only does this two-bedroom home offer one of the most idyllic views in the area, but it also puts you in easy distance of seeing the area’s myriad art installations.
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Sayulita
Homes in Sayulita really embrace indoor-outdoor living, since this studio's bedroom, bathroom, and projector screen are the only things inside. You'll find the living and dining rooms, boho hammock, and kitchen all outside on the covered deck. The apartment is in a gated community, so there may be others around—though shared amenities like a pool sweeten the deal. If you'd rather get in the ocean, it's just a block away.
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Zihuatanejo
This secluded, nearly all-white villa would fit perfectly along the Mediterranean if you swapped the sky-high palm trees outside for Italian cypress. With four bedrooms filled with seven beds (one has a king, the others have either two singles or a queen and a single), a media room, office, well-equipped kitchen, dining room, and living room that opens onto the pool-side terrace, there's space for everyone. There's also a large pool outside, along with an outdoor dining area and hammock, though you're only a short drive to the beach. The home's housekeeper, Rosy, can also prepare meals for an additional fee. (If you're seeking privacy, you can request the home's staff come less often.)
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Playa Zepotengo
Here’s where to go to get away from it all. Casa del Sapo is set around an hour south of the popular Oaxacan beaches of Mazunte and Zipolite. Delightfully remote, this two-bedroom home on the secluded Zepotengo was built by the Mexican architecture firm Espacio 18 from brick, concrete, and steel. An architectural showpiece, the home, built in a butterfly shape, offers two bedroom wings, one with a terracotta-tiled rooftop and both ideally situated to view the rising and setting of the sun. The wings conjoin in a triangular central terrace replete with an infinity pool that overlooks the sea.
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Puerto Vallarta
Only a 15-minute walk from the beach in Puerto Vallarta and offering views of the area’s Los Arcos rock formation, this two-bedroom bohemian enclave on Mexico’s Pacific Coast feels like it has been plucked straight out of a Greek island. The home’s rounded arches and clean white walls offer a blank slate for colorful, hand-painted murals by local artists. And when it comes to indoor-outdoor spaces to relax and enjoy the area’s natural world, there’s nothing better than this home’s expansive chef’s kitchen, where sliding glass doors open to a private pool and outdoor dining area.
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Puerto Escondido
If we could fill this gallery exclusively with photos of Casa Volta's incredible rust-colored, vaulted architecture, we would. The home is made up of three identically shaped buildings: two have bedrooms (like the one above) with their own large bathrooms, while the other is wall-less on three sides and holds the kitchen and two sitting areas. The centerpiece is the narrow lap pool with views of the surrounding jungle and nearby ocean. Designed by Mexico City–based Ambrosi Etchegaray, it's practically a work of art.
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Puerto Escondido
Looking for a remote spot to relax? Check into Casa Tiny, an aptly named concrete home that comes with a private pool, cozy hammock, and private stretch of beach with practically no one in sight. The home's design embraces indoor-outdoor living, with floor-to-ceiling shutters to let natural light in all day and an incredibly long island that stretches from the kitchen out to the patio. For the best views, post up for the afternoon in the lofted bedroom, where you'll find an uninterrupted sight line to the Pacific.
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Puerto Escondido
If you're looking for a romantic, well-designed vacation on the Pacific Coast, you've found it. This ultra-minimal space filled with wood accents has just the essentials: a pool, well-equipped kitchenette with a two-burner stove top, queen-sized bedroom, and living space. But there are a few surprises, namely the rooftop, perfect for stargazing or enjoying an evening cocktail, and the candle-lit showers guests rave about. It's also just a short walk to the beach.
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Roma Norte
This two-bedroom apartment offers a soft place to land after a day spent exploring the vibrant streets of Mexico City. Set on the border of the leafy Condesa borough in the historic Roma Norte neighborhood, one of the city’s top dining and entertainment districts, this home’s neutral interiors and celebration of artisan-made goods like tapestries and textiles are an ode to Mexican craftsmanship. The living room and dining area offer plenty of space to relax and enjoy a meal with friends, and there’s even two built-in work stations ideal for travelers who seek a remote office while they’re on the go.
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Condesa
You'd think you could only find indoor-outdoor living on Mexico's coasts, but this rooftop Airbnb in Condesa proves that theory wrong. At under $100 a night, it's also a steal. The loft space is essentially one room, with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors on two sides. Choose to spread out on the leafy terrace or living area, or stay put in bed for the best views. Note there isn't a full kitchen here—just a mini fridge—but in this neighborhood, you've got plenty of Traveler-approved bars and restaurants to choose from, like the mixology-serious Baltra or Oaxaca-centric Pasillo de Humo in the nearby Mercado Parian food hall.
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Colonia Cuauhtémoc
Located within walking distance of the Museo Rufino Tamayo, Bosque de Chapultepec, and popular Roma Norte and Condesa neighborhoods, this two-bedroom apartment is in a near-perfect location. Its lush, plant-covered outdoor patio complete with a hammock puts it over the edge. Inside, the bright white space is filled with minimalist items with a midcentury-modern touch, spread across the living and dining space and well-equipped galley kitchen.
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San Miguel de Allende
On the outskirts of the cobbled colonial town of San Miguel de Allende, this bird-friendly mirrored home shines like a beacon on the otherwise desolate slopes of the Los Picachos mountain range. Built with couples or solo travelers in mind, the open-concept, solar-powered home was designed without partition walls: The entire house, including the kitchen and seating area, is one large room. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to an outdoor deck with lounge chairs and a dipping pool surrounded by fruiting olive and pomegranate trees. At night, guests are encouraged to sit outside and enjoy a dark sky view of the stars.
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San Miguel de Allende
Start saving now, because all of the money you're not using on this Airbnb should go toward the art, artisan crafts, and home goods that San Miguel de Allende is known for (and the extra baggage fees it'll take to get all of it home). That said, you may never want to leave this boho home, which offers two bedrooms, a large, light-filled living room, open, eat-in kitchen, and garden. Plus, there's a rooftop with a dining area, lounge chairs, and more than 180-degree views over the city.
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Tepoztlán
On the outskirts of Tepoztlán, located on a wide-open plot of land near the Ocotitlán Valley, this one-bedroom home was built for solo travelers or couples to immerse in the countryside of Central Mexico. A respite meant to encourage guests to unplug and enjoy nature, this home’s minimalist interiors evoke a sense of ease. With a private garden and pool, as well as a fully-equipped kitchen, some guests stay on the property grounds for their entire visit. But with downtown Tepoztlán only a short drive away, top-notch dining, hikes, and spas are near.
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Amatlán de Quetzalcóatl
This five-bedroom home was once the private estate of Diego Villaseñor, one of Mexico’s top architects. Now it’s available for rent for the first time. Set 20 minutes away from Tepoztlán in the village of Amatlán de Quetzalcoatl, this home has an elemental, nature-first feel and can comfortably fit 10 people. It was built almost entirely from locally-sourced adobe, stone, and red clay, and its outdoor dining room offers unmatched views of the craggy mountains of the protected Chichinautzin Biological Corridor. With an on-site chef, driver, and cleaning team, as well as walking trails and an outdoor pool, it’s tempting to never leave the estate.
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Guadalajara
A stay in this penthouse is all about the view: You have a crystal-clear look at the surrounding city and Sierra Madre mountains beyond from most of the rooms, thanks to floor-to-ceiling glass doors and windows, as well as the outdoor patio. But the interior has its own charm, with decorative Mayan glyphs, brilliant blue decor, and a modern kitchen. Note: While there are two bedrooms, one of the king beds is in the rear of the living room (you can see the headboard pictured above), so this home is best for families and close friends—or even just one couple who can decamp in the true bedroom. Be sure to schedule a day trip to the nearby town of Tequila for tours of the agave fields, a visit to the the National Museum of Tequila, and taste tests at distilleries.
Tepoztlán
We're such a fan of this Airbnb's pool—with its mountain views of Tepoztlán—that it made it into our list of the best Airbnb pools. But there's more to this home than just the pool and deck. Located about an hour and a half south of Mexico City, in a lush area known for lakes, volcanoes, and waterfalls, it features two queen beds in one large bedroom, making the space best for a couple or a close group of friends. It offers indoor-outdoor living at its finest, with floor-to-ceiling glass doors that fold back to open the minimal, modern living room to the covered deck and pool area, too.
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Puebla
While the location of this Airbnb is key—it's less than a 10-minute walk to the Zócalo—we love the interior of this apartment, too. Ideal for a couple or solo traveler, it offers an open-plan living area with an eat-in kitchen stocked with cooking utensil basics, as well as an upstairs bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and a washer/dryer. A number of guests have also checked in for long-term stays, according to reviews, and tout the Airbnb as being especially home-like and quiet, despite its middle-of-the-action location.
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Jiutepec
This may be one of the most colorful Airbnbs on this list, between the fluorescent yellow dining chairs, blue and hot pink accent wall, sea-green bathroom, and completely Talavera-tiled kitchen. But there are more subdued places to relax in this two-bedroom, too. Well, technically, the pool and stunning courtyard are outside, but they're still within property lines. Use this as a base to explore Jiutepec and nearby Cuernavaca.
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Isla Holbox
You'll have to take a 30-minute ferry from the mainland or fly from Cancún to get to Isla Holbox, but it's well worth it once you check into these relaxing digs. A short bike ride or walk to the town center and just one block from the beach, its location is sublime. The Airbnb itself is stunning too, with neutral tones and natural accents. Inside, you'll find one bedroom, a small but well-stocked kitchen, and an upstairs living room that opens on to a terrace with yoga mats.
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Bacalar
Forgo the Caribbean for this eco-friendly waterfront villa, set on the shores of Bacalar’s stunning 26-mile-long freshwater lagoon. Rent one room or all four suites of the retreat, each equipped with sustainable amenities and access to common spaces like a shared outdoor living room, a rooftop plunge pool, and a dock with an elevated deck offering direct access to the lagoon. The property also offers complimentary kayaks for guests to get out and explore the area, as well as plenty of lounge chairs and hammocks to relax and enjoy the tropical jungle surrounds.
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Mérida
While Mérida is known for ultra-colorful homes, this two-bedroom Airbnb is understated, with pops of color in the form of gorgeous traditional tile floors. The home also features ultra-high ceilings and rustic French doors that open the main living spaces up to the central courtyard and 45-foot-long private lap pool. (Note: The Wi-Fi has also been recently updated to support remote workers, so you can make your coworkers jealous with a stunning Merida background.)
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Valladolid
Located in the Yucatán's center and just 40 minutes from the ruins of Chichén Itzá, Valladolid is known for its stunning cenotes, or natural swimming pools. While this one-bedroom Airbnb is just across from Cenote Suytún, you can take a dip even closer to home in the private, man-made plunge pool. Though the home is a vibrant pink on the outside, the inside is a neutral, natural oasis, from the living and dining rooms to the kitchen and bedroom. What really catches our eye, though, is the bathroom's stunning, extra-large open-ceiling shower. (With that in mind, this is probably best for a couple.)
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Tulum
Despite being an apartment, this two-bedroom is packed with amenities and cool decor. Most of the design items were made by Mexican artisans, and the terra-cotta-and-pink interiors look straight out of a Domino spread. There's also a surprising amount of outdoor space, between the private rooftop—which has its own a plunge pool, living area, and shaded dining area—and the patio off the living room that looks down on the palm-shrouded shared pool. When you want to trade the pool for the ocean, know that both the Las Palmas public beach and Playa Paraíso are within a 10-minute drive.
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San Sebastián Río Hondo
Slow mountain living awaits at Casa Sierra, a serene, two-story hideaway tucked within the verdant Sierra Madre mountains of Oaxaca. Around three hours west of Oaxaca City, this area is known as the land of psychedelic mushrooms, with travelers often making overnight stops here on road trips to the Pacific Coast. Surrounded by fragrant lavender fields and only a quick walk to the river, this hilltop cottage delivers with cozy vibes. Not only is it equipped with two plush bedrooms, but it also has a top-notch book collection perfect for enjoying near the crackling wood fireplace.
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Oaxaca
The first thing you need to know about this Airbnb is that it was created by famed Mexican chefs Enrique Olvera and Luis Arellano, designed by architect Javier Sánchez, and is next door to their restaurant, Criollo. Naturally, the interiors are stunning, with neutral tones and pops of salmon spread throughout the home's living room and two bedrooms. Here, you'll also find amenities like a built-in sauna and an outdoor pool (complete with a hammock, of course). But the real perk is that a stay here includes daily breakfast and complimentary mezcal; plus, Criollo's snack menu serves as room service.
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San Francisco Lachigoló
Located 30 minutes outside of Oaxaca, this three-bedroom villa gives you the space to spread out while keeping you close to the action, as it's right in between the main city and many of the nearby artisan collectives, like the Vida Nueva Weaving Cooperative. The home is also filled with textiles, art, tiles, religious works, and furniture from local and other Mexican craftspeople. We'd stay just for a look at the interior, though the shaded hammocks by the private pool offer their own draw.
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San Cristóbal de las Casas
San Cristóbal de las Casas is a prime home base for exploring the lush, forested state of Chiapas, including kayaking tours through the striking Sumidero Canyon and visits to the 400-foot-tall El Chiflon waterfall. Book this one-bedroom for its cozy living room, hammock and private courtyard, petite kitchen, and queen-sized bed. It's also within walking distance of the city center, so you have easy access to restaurants, shops, and more.
