On the western shores of Mexico in Jalisco state lies the town of Yelapa. A special kind of beach town, Yelapa is one of the hidden gems in the region. The most unique thing about Yelapa is that even though it isn’t cut off from the mainland, the only way to access the town is by boat. It’s known for its virgin and pristine beaches because the locals have taken great care in maintaining the natural state of the place. The preservation of Yelapa’s natural beauty has attracted many tourists but at the same time the influx is controlled. You won’t find a trace of commercialization because the restaurants and accommodations are all run by the locals. That being said, the best option for your accommodation if you’re planning to visit Yelapa is an Airbnb. Here are the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Yelapa, Mexico.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Attractive seafront getaway (from USD 170)
Located in the area of MiraMar in Yelapa, this accommodation is a real haven in paradise. The best thing about this one-bedroom unit, fondly named Casa Manta Ray, is that it offers direct views of the turquoise sea. The property is built into the hillside so you can enjoy the view instantly when you wake up in the morning as well as the amount of natural light that comes in. If that isn’t enough, there are stairs that lead directly to the beach below.
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the view from our room was stunningthe perfect patio the most comfortable bed the furnishings a fully stocked kitcheni felt safe and welcome there was great food wifi and an exquisite viewthe bed and sofa bed were both extremely comfortablethe units are clean and comfortable and the views can't be beatCleanliness:
it was clean and decorated nicelyour unit was modern super clean and had everything we neededthe apartment is light cheery spotless and the bed sooo comfortablekendra's place is an absolute gem the accommodations are spotlessly clean and furnished with the most comfortable amenitiesit was clean good amenities and very responsive and kind hostsHost:
kendra and fernando were wonderful hostskendra and fernando were amazing hostskendra and fernando were great hostskendra and fernando where amazing and gracious hostskendra and her husband were excellent hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectloved the location right on the beach and close to everything in townbest place ever close walk to the quaint town as wellthe best place to stay in yelapa the location can't be beatfor such a small place the boat ride was awesome the location perfect
2. Colorful sanctuary among the trees (from USD 81)
Hidden among the tropical palm trees of the beach, Casa Nina is a great place to stay in if you’re looking for privacy. The two-bedroom house includes the usual amenities plus a viewing deck where you can enjoy your morning breakfast among the trees and the birds. The style of the house is very modern and boasts colorful accents that complement very well with its natural surroundings.
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the apartment is beautiful with a very nice view to the bayvery comfortable well appointed accommodation on the third floor overlooking the treetops full of wonderful exotic birdsCleanliness:
the house is clean and has everything you need for a comfortable staythis place is amazing it’s nice and clean everything you need is thereHost:
shane was a great hosthe was very responsive to any questions we had which was incredibly helpfulthe people were incredibly friendly and the food incredibly fresh and deliciousromeo and his wife were great and is very responsive; always a phone call awayyelapa is amazing with the colorful art everywhere and the friendly people in the villageRead more reviewsLocation:
plus only a short and lovely walk to the beach and the more touristy/hotel areawe enjoyed quiet mornings and it was close enough to the town pier and the beachthis place is amazing yes it's a walk by the 2nd day you'll get used to it
3. Open-air hideout in paradise (from USD 72)
This lovely home is a great option if you’re looking for privacy in the heart of Yelapa. It’s mostly ideal for couples as the space is quite intimate. The space is an open-air studio facing the sea and is surrounded by palm trees so you will be literally waking up in paradise. There is also a small kitchen, a small patio, and a dining set for your added comfort. The property also provides a secure storage area located just below the studio.
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great view comfortable bedwifi was strong and worked well enough to stream a moviebeautifully designed nice to have a little kitchen for breakfast and a gorgeous view of the bayour favorite part of the stay was watching the sun come up as we ate breakfastit's a small remote beautiful spot with an adequate kitchen and bathroomCleanliness:
clean and comfortable lodgingvery clean and well equippedwell equipped and cleanthe casa was adorable clean and well appointedthe place was as clean and beautiful as it looks from the picturesHost:
hosts were attentive and kindhe was kind and thoroughsuch gracious hosts thank you so much ianthe caretaker vicco was very nice helpful and spoke fluent englishthe town is very friendly and made us feel very at homeRead more reviewsLocation:
the house was located within an easy walk to everything in yelapathe location was perfect for usperfect location with proximity to beach & the pueblathis place was like a paradisetotally enjoyed our stay in this location
4. Tropical escape surrounded by nature (from USD 103)
Casa Iguana, as the accommodation is fondly named, is a palapa or a traditional Mexican hut with the roof made of palm leaves and branches. Don’t let that fool you though because Casa Iguana is big enough to fit up to six people. The house has two bedrooms and comes with a complete kitchen, a large dining and seating area, and an outdoor bath. Guests must take note that this accommodation is completely open-air and is surrounded by a wonderful garden.
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remarkably comfortable for an indoor/outdoor living situation and a great relaxing vibecomfortable beds linens a and a well-stocked kitchen added to the comfort of my stayRead more reviewsHost:
yelapa locals are very friendly and most speak some englishkim provided all kinds of great info that made our entire experience in yelapa easy and fun
5. Rustic hut good for big groups (from USD 169)
Casa Selva is a rustic hut type of accommodation in Yelapa. This is perfect for big groups because the property consists of two huts. One hut has two levels and contains two bedrooms, each with a queen-sized bed and its own bathroom. The second hut is where the kitchen, dining, and living area are located. Casa Selva is surrounded by beautiful gardens and you can enjoy beautiful views of the sea from the top floors.
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the beds were all comfortable and the landscaping and views were stunningit’s a beautiful place up in the jungle with comfortable beds modern kitchen and unparalleled viewsthe kitchen was well appointed and would be great for entertainingCleanliness:
everything was very clean and nicely arrangedthe house is clean fresh modern and kept wellthe kitchen was clean and so fun to cook inclean and beautiful home in a fantastic locationHost:
his caretaker vico is super friendly and quick to help out as wellian is a very responsive and attentive hostian is a great host as he is available to help meet the needs of the travellerour local contact vico was super helpful and ian was always quick to replyRead more reviewsLocation:
quiet and away from town but close enough for easy accessprivate and secluded yet super close to a gorgeous beach and central to the town’s shops and restaurantsloves the spacious kitchen and hammocks nice shower and locationamazing jungle location very private and restful lots of spacebeautiful open air space we loved the location because it felt secluded/private and only a short walk to town/beach
6. Charming cliffside cottage with direct sea views (from USD 155)
Named Casa Luna, this charming casa is a lovely open-air palapa sitting on a cliffside by the sea. The casa consists of two floors, each one having its own bedroom. The upper bedroom has a hanging queen-sized bed and a small living area while the lower level has a regular queen-sized bed, and an additional sofa bed, along with the bathroom and kitchen. There is also a patio that serves as a viewing deck and is a great spot in the house to admire the turquoise waters.
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amazing view and comfortable housethankful for the mosquito nets and fans as it does get hot and humidthe hanging bed upstairs and the view so lovelywe loved the gentle sway of the suspended bed rocking with the waves and breezebeautiful ocean views delicious water for swimming and comfortable clean well located houseCleanliness:
the space was clean and uniqueeverything was clean safe and exactly as describedchrissi's place is well-kept and very cleanbathrooms are clean with great water pressure considering the remote locationHost:
i never once felt unsafe and our wonderful host chrissie made us feel very welcomechrissi is a wonderful host and makes you feel so at homeshe's an excellent hosti wish this host was my mom excellent dream worldchrissy was an excellent hostRead more reviewsLocation:
yelapa is truly a paradise locationchrissi`s place is truly a slice of paradiselocation is an easy enjoyable walk to town along a path between the beach and homes/rentalswe enjoyed walking to the beach (the town is very cute and we appreciated the exercise )it was our second trip to yelapa and the best your location on the point is perfect
7. Intimate quarters with spectacular views (from USD 125)
This particular accommodation is one of the private rooms hosted by Pura Vida. The one-bedroom is intimate and cozy and is perfect for couples. There is also a private bathroom which has everything you need. The highlight of this accommodation is the amazing views of not only the sea but the amazing infinity pool. The view of the pool meeting the sea is something you will definitely want to wake up to when you’re here.
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if you are looking to get away from the city and touristic routine this is definitely the place
8. Lovely home with brilliant open-air terrace (from USD 47)
This accommodation is quite unique because the host allows the guest to choose their preferred part of the house to rent. You can opt to rent the upper part, which is fondly named Casita de Hadas or Little Fairy House. It comes with an open-aired bedroom with a terrace plus shared use of the house’s main kitchen. On the other hand, you can also rent the whole house, Casa Choncho. The accommodation is also within the vicinity of the beach plus two popular waterfalls in the area.
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but the natural infinity pool above it was swimmable and has a spectacular view of the bayi loved the swinging bed and the viewsjeannie did a great job transforming the terrace above her little house into a fantastic open air roomplace is great views are great bed was very comfortablethere is a mosquito net provided which will keep your bed insect freeHost:
jeannie was the perfect hostshe is definitely a super hostjeannie is a wonderful hostjeannie was a fabulous hostjeannie was very accommodating and an excellent hostRead more reviewsLocation:
sweet and fabulous locationwalking to town is easycasa choncho is a superb place to stayso if you want you can even walk around naked without anyone seeing you like absolute paradiseyet it is also just a few minutes walk to any of the better restaurants in town
9. Cozy casa ideal for families
Due to the warm and homey set up, this casa is perfect for families traveling to Yelapa. Not only are there a lot of sleeping arrangements, but there are also a lot of places within the house where you can lounge around, including a hammock with beautiful views of the sea and mountains. You can bond with your family over the host’s vast music collection or even some fun family games. You can also stargaze or sunbathe with your family out at the newly added patio.
Yelapa, Jalisco, Mexico
20.03 km (12.5 mi) from El Eden de MismaloyaAccommodates: 5
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wonderful breakfasts at bahia and terrific dinners at los abuelosalso loved the fact that there were actually separate sleeping areas with separate bathroomsthe place is super comfortable full of great music books a fully equiped cuisine and wonderful viewswe appreciated the full kitchen cd collection board games the hammock and the open viewsthis is a spacious and comfortable house with a terrific view of the coveCleanliness:
great view clean creatively furnishedHost:
good communication with the owners and diego met our boat and showed us to the casascott and grace were quick to provide helpful advise and checked with us via email during our stayi have to say in all honesty that our stay here was just kind of okgorgeous view sweet people amazing food scott and grace were great hosts and we'll be back soonRead more reviewsLocation:
still we would stay here again as we loved the casa and locationplace worked great for us not in noisy area and close to town and good viewthe views and location were great for a walk into town for dinner etc
10. Seaside home away from home
This lovely casa is located on the rooftop level and is sure to be your home away from home. It’s well-equipped with everything you may need for your stay including kitchenware and bathroom necessities. The casa consists of two bedrooms, with the topmost bedroom located at the rooftop and comes with its own patio for the best views. The accommodating host is also kind enough to leave a map of the town and a list of recommendations for their guests.
Yelapa, Jalisco, Mexico
20.0 km (12.5 mi) from El Eden de MismaloyaSuperhost
Accommodates: 7
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great open air apartment in yelapaopen air living room with lots of room to lounge and take in the amazing viewsthe kitchen made it easy to make our own food and the patio is fantastic for morning yogaCleanliness:
we felt safe and the place was very cleanHost:
skoi is the best host we have ever hadskoi and diego the owner were very helpfulwe highly recommend our hostskoi is a wonderful host and easy to reach if anything came upskoi is a great host and has an amazing place in yelapaRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great right near the heart of the puebla and very close to the beachit’s the perfect location for usclose to the most desirable swimming areas and to good restaurants and grocery storesthis is definitely a unique place but in a very good waywe loved it it's a great location with an unbeatable view
Experience paradise life at Yelapa
The wonderful thing about Yelapa is that it’s completely been preserved by the locals. Though tourists are more than welcome to visit the town, visitors are strongly encouraged to help preserve the beauty of Yelapa. Tourism after all allows the locals to progress and as well as share their unique culture to tourists. It’s all worth it though, because once you set foot in Yelapa, you’ll have a unique taste of paradise that you won’t forget.
So, what are you waiting for? Book one of the best Yelapa vacation rentals mentioned above, and have a memorable vacation.
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