Yucatán self catering holidays A tropical paradise located in south east of Mexico, wonderful Yucatán is a must see.
Yucatán - famous for its beautiful azure blue sea, white sand beaches and Mayan ruins set in the south east of Mexico and is where you will find many holiday homes. It is blessed with some fantastic beaches such as Playa Ruinas in Tulum, Cancunito and Playa Norte Celestun. Also many amazing Mayan historical sites to be discovered such as Chichen Itza and the fabulous Uxmal Archaeological Zone. A paradise for nature lovers there are some wonderful hiking trails like the ruins of Ek'Balam and Merida Zocalo - Paseo Montejo. Also the stunning Regional Roger Orellana CICY Botanical Garden are a must see.
There are plenty of cafes, beach bars and restaurants in the area, including street food influenced by both Mexican and Caribbean culinary. For lively evening entertainment Yucatán has you covered with many live music beach bars to chose from.
| Key facts | |
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| Beautiful beaches | ✔ |
| Botanical gardens | ✔ |
| Hiking | ✔ |
| Tropical forests | ✔ |
| Restaurants 30+ | ✔ |
| Watersports - jet ski, sea kayaking | ✔ |
| Airport | Merida International Airport |
Featured Yucatán villas & apartments to rent
Like most places in Mexico, the self catering holiday accommodation options in and around Yucatán caters for all budgets and tastes. Experience the very best of Yucatán by staying in a private beach front vacation rental. Many holiday homes are luxurious villas set within touching distance of the palm fringed beaches and often have a private swimming pool. Self catering holiday rental villas are very popular with families as they provide space, freedom and flexibility to do what you want, when you want.
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Like many Carribean destinations, Yucatán is an all year round destination with a tropical climate. The average temperature is 81°F with the coolest month being January with an average temperature of 21°C (70°F) and the hottest being May where temperatures are often over 30°C. June is also the wettest month with an average of 228mm of rain.
Things to see & do on Yucatán
Yucatán is a treasure trove when it comes to things to do and see, with an amazing collection of outstanding beaches of the coast to the lush countryside and Mayan ruins inland, to the dramatic jungles of the Yucatán Peninsula.
| A few suggestions... | |
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| Cenote Suytun | ✔ |
| Party and beach time in stunning Tulum | ✔ |
| Visit the grand Cathedral Merida | ✔ |
| Cenote Zaci | ✔ |
| Reef diving | ✔ |
| See the pink waters of Las Coloradas | ✔ |
| Ruins of Dzibilchaltun | ✔ |
| Ik Kil cenote | ✔ |
Our view on self catering holidays in Yucatán
Yucatán offers an unforgettable vacation and is the perfect destination for a self catering family holiday, an escape with friends, or a romantic escape. Its pristine white talcum powder sandy beaches entice you back time and again. Away from the beach, the evenings can be spent relaxing at your holiday villa or enjoying the local lively nightlife.
