Ser Casasandra
Boho-chic bohemian meets spiritual retreat. Art-gallery meets beach house. Think gauze curtains rippling in the breeze, hammocks strung between palms, original artwork on every wall, and a resident raccoon named Bernardo who wanders the grounds. This is a place for the intentionally un-wired.
Book direct on casasandra.com — the Ser Community program gives 5% extra savings plus included benefits
Why It Matters
One of the original hotels on Isla Holbox and still the most soulful. Sandra Pérez personally curated every object in the building, runs art residencies for the local community, and hosts the annual Yellow Festival — a two-month cultural season of exhibitions, live concerts, wellness retreats, and artist residencies. The Ahal Holistic Center is the first of its kind on the island. The restaurant has won the Comer, Amar y Contemplar Award of Excellence repeatedly.
Ser Casasandra is the passion project of Sandra Pérez Lozano, a Cuban-born visual artist and former music industry figure who landed on Holbox in the 1990s, fell for it, and never really left. What started as a personal home grew into an 18-room beachfront boutique hotel on Playa Norte — and it still feels more like a well-curated private house than a resort. No TVs. No telephones. No alarm clocks. Original artworks, Cuban antiques, Egyptian cotton, Indian linen, and hand-carved furniture fill every corner. The food is genuinely excellent (the New York Times noticed). The Ahal Holistic Center goes well beyond a hotel spa — think lymphatic drainage with cacao oil, biomagnetics, Mayan cleansing, and ancestral channeling.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Master Luxury Beach Front
The newest rooms in the hotel, on the top floor of the main building overlooking the sea. Private balcony with a handmade hammock, dressing table, designer furniture and characteristic Holbox color palette. The view is the point.
King · 50 sqmMaster Luxury Garden
Four suites in a rustic but elegantly designed standalone building surrounded by tropical gardens. Ground floor rooms (Peace and Serenity) have private balconies and hammocks. Upper floor rooms (Silence and Stillness) trade the balcony for more quiet seclusion.
King · 70 sqmMaster Suite
The recommended suite for couples and honeymooners. Named 'Life,' it offers a partial view of both the sea and pool, natural incense ambiance, and 75 sqm. One editorial noted it comes with a French-style bathtub.
King · 75 sqm
Suite Garden
Located in an independent bungalow set among the gardens — these feel the most private of the suites. Each has a living room, dining area, separate dressing room, and a private balcony with a handmade hammock. The Sensibilidad and Luz suites fall in this category.
King · 49 sqmSuite Garden with Partial Ocean View
Originally the owner's family room in the main building — conceived for gathering and conviviality. Ground floor, partial ocean view, living space with private balcony and shower bathroom. A great middle ground between garden and sea.
King · 58 sqmSuite Ocean
The Beauty and Love suites sit just steps from the sea. Direct ocean views, a private balcony, and 70 sqm of space. A strong choice if being close to the water is the priority.
King · 70 sqmSuperior Standard Double
The entry-level option, and still far from ordinary. Rustic but elegant décor overlooks lush tropical gardens. Two queen beds fit two guests comfortably. No TV, no telephone — just birdsong and garden views.
2 Queen Beds · 35 sqmThe Origin (Luxury Residence)
A full luxury apartment in the main building with its own private entrance. Master bedroom with king bed and private bathroom, plus a small second bedroom with single bed. Fully equipped kitchen, dining room for 8, spacious living room, private balcony with ocean view, and a guest bathroom. Maximum 3 guests.
King + Single · 100 sqmVilla Dreams
The only standalone villa — 156 sqm and made for families or groups of four. Two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. Linen sofas in the living room, a bar in the kitchen-dining area, refrigerator, Nespresso machine, and stove. Private balcony with hammocks. Arrival includes Mexican wine, assorted desserts, coffee, and welcome surprises.
King + 2 Double · 156 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Complimentary bikes for guests to explore the island's sandy paths. Punta Mosquito — a sandbar 15 minutes east — is the obvious destination.
Night tours to experience the bioluminescent waters around Holbox island.
Ancient ritual using cacao as plant medicine to open the heart and foster emotional release. Guided meditation and chanting included. Sometimes led by a local shaman from Solferino.
Ancestral healing ritual held periodically through the week at the Ahal Holistic Center.
Weekly outdoor film screening under the stars, every Friday. A beloved tradition at the hotel.
Hotel-arranged day trips to the famous Mayan ruins at Chichén Itzá.
Kayaking in the shallow, calm waters around Isla Holbox.
Motorboat snorkeling trips around the island. Best snorkeling is on the far side of Holbox — the hotel arranges transport.
Ongoing artist residency program that brings artists from different disciplines to Holbox. Guests can interact with resident artists, participate in workshops, and witness works-in-progress. Funded by Sandra Pérez Lozano.
Poolside garden yoga sessions covering Ashtanga, Hatha, Vinyasa, Restorative, and Pranayama techniques. Runs Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00am–10:00am.
Bilingual guided tour to a nearby Mayan village where guests can learn about Mayan culture, see the sacred ceiba tree, visit an orchid sanctuary, or climb a 20m jungle watchtower.
Boat tours to swim alongside whale sharks in the waters around Holbox. Operates mid-June to mid-September. Hotel can arrange bookings.
Annual two-month cultural season (May–June) featuring exhibitions, live concerts, artistic residencies, cinema, literature, and wellness retreats. Transforms Ser Casasandra into a gathering point for artists, musicians, and travelers. Free-access spaces for Holbox residents are part of the ethos.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Direct access to Playa Norte, one of Holbox's best stretches of beach. Shallow, calm Caribbean waters — ideal for wading, swimming, and snorkeling.
WiFi is available in common areas. Rooms intentionally have no TVs, phones, or radios — part of the hotel's digital detox philosophy.
An integrated gallery throughout the property displaying original works by Sandra Pérez Lozano and artists from Arsenal Habana Gallery, Isla Residencia, and other collaborators. During Yellow Festival, dedicated exhibitions are on display.
Cuban antiques, colonial-style furniture from Guadalajara, Indian linens, Egyptian fine cottons, and original artwork curated by Sandra Pérez throughout the hotel.
Ser Casasandra hosts beach weddings and private events, including full hotel buyouts and corporate retreats. Holds UKWHA International Wedding Venue Rosette.
Breakfast at Ser Esencia is included in all room reservations. Freshly baked bread, squeezed juices, health-conscious options served 7–11am.
An on-site wine cellar stocked exclusively with bottles from Mexican wineries. A deliberate curatorial choice by the owner.
Minibar with drinks and snacks included in select packages.
Nespresso machines available in select room categories and included in several packages.
Bathrooms replenished daily with organic products.
On-site reading room for quiet time.
Board games available for guests.
A deliberate design choice. Rooms contain no televisions, telephones, alarm clocks, or radios. The silence is the amenity.
On-site pool with adjacent Maiz Pool Bar for daytime service.
Loaner bikes available to all guests for exploring the island's sandy paths and reaching spots like Punta Mosquito.
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