I fell in love with Mahahual when getting off the cruise ship and venturing into this charming little town. I knew immediately that I had to go back, as there wasn't enough time to enjoy this place like I wanted to. I wanted to stay, and stay, and stay! The sea is beautiful, coupled with the bustling activity of the people selling their wares, the warm breezes and palms, it is an absolute delight! The people were warm and friendly and made you feel welcomed to their little paradise. I've been back twice now and am thinking of moving there, this place stole my heart; hook, line and sinker! It's a small place with dirt roads, which to me is part of its allure. If you're looking for up-scale pampering, you're in the wrong place, but if you like small town charm and beauty, you have found heaven on earth!

I have mixed feelings about Majahaul. I mean this from the perspecitive of traveling there as a destination, not as a stop on the cruise ship tour. Majahaul has decided that they will soley exist to support the cruise ships. The cruises come 1 or 2 per day, 3 days a week. On the days of the week without a cruise ship, the town is virtually closed. Nearly every business will close, most restaurants will not serve you.

We were recommended to go to Captain Mono for dinner. We arrived at 7 p.m. There were 4 locals drinking beers at the front of the restaurant. We walked in & took a table. They told us they were closed, and followed us out the door to ask the locals if they wanted some more beers.

We went to the Cat's Meow, which does remain open, but the food was utterly tasteless. It wasn't bad - it was just flavorless.

The next evening we went to La Luna de Plata. FANTASTIC.

We went to Majahaul for diving, and I don't see a lot of reason to go there unless you are on the cruise ship. The town has made it glaringly obvious they do not care to host tourists for longer than a 6-8 hour stay. The change in the town is amazing - cruise / no cruise.

Just came back from Majahaul this Christmas and returned to a favorite restaurant on the beach called ,Cats Meow. The owner is a lovely Canadian woman who use to be a kitchen inspector! As you can imagine, her kitchen and food are fabulous! Try the shrimp tacos or chicken or beef tacos. Sit right at the waters edge with your feet in the sand. Great service and wonderful atmosphere. Majahaul is a true gem in the Yucatan.

My better half and I enjoyed a short but pleasureable visit to Majahual around the middle of July. It was intentionally a buisness trip but we made time for pleasure as well. I was not use to the weather but adjusted well. Fell in love with the resort, food and the people. People were very friendly and the service was even better. Enjoyed a long walk on the beach and through the town of Majahual. Looking forward to returning.
PS I can not tell a lie or keep a secret, my wonderful son lives in Majahual. I am from California and was elated to see my son for the first time in over 2 years. He turns 20 years old today and I so hope that he is continuing to enjoy his residence there and someday I would like to reside there also. Happy 20th birthday son! And thank you for the wonderful site seeing and introduction to many many wonderful people.