We booked this place on recommendation from friends so that my husband could try his hand at bonefishing. I was worried that I and our 3-year-old son would be bored for the 5 days and 6 nights we had planned. We all had a great time. Our cabana was perfect - clean, comfortable, with a really great shower. Only downside was when they ran the generator it felt like it was right out the window. Fortunately they always turned it off by 9 at night and did not have to use it every day. Best to ask for a cabana closer to the water's edge to dull this noise. The food at the restaurant was good - great breakfast, which was included. The lunches when we ate there were all good and dinners, while a little expensive, were also good. A bargain option was their homemade pizza which we enjoyed several nights.
In addition to the bonefishing we took advantage of the snorkeling and birdwatching trips offered by the lodge. The snorkeling was amazing and our guides helped us find and name the sea creatures that we encountered. I couldn't have been happier with our stay.
Xcalak is a small town with not much going on so if you want to shop take a day trip to Mahahual (a 45 minute drive) when the cruise ship is in town and enjoy a bustling tourist town with a nice swimming beach. Only downside to Costa de Cocos is that you really can't swim there as the water's edge is mucky, quick sand.
Trip Advisor - March 22, 2009
