Layla Guesthouse - Tropical Garden Overlooking The Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Does Layla Guesthouse - Tropical Garden Overlooking The Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Q: Is Layla Guesthouse - Tropical Garden Overlooking The Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Q: Where is Layla Guesthouse - Tropical Garden Overlooking The Beach located?

Located in the heart of Puerto Morelos, this bed & breakfast is within a 5-minute walk of Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park and Puerto Morelos Town Square. Puerto Morelos Artists’ Cooperative and San Jose Catholic Parish are also within 5 minutes.

8/10 Good

Patrick D., Vermilion, OH

Apr 18, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a few days.

My wife and I enjoyed this property very much. The location is great for walking everywhere. The property is off the charts in regard to cool. The toilet has a sulphury smell that is off putting. The staff was amazing.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Jun 14, 2016

Wonderful Stay!!

My boyfriend and I wanted to take a week to relax and enjoy some diving and beach time. Neither of us have been to PM before but couldn't have been happier with the trip. We stayed in the Sol studio, which was spacious and had great features such as indoor and outdoor spaces, kitchen, etc so we felt like we were at home. The guesthouse in its entirety is quite beautiful too. The third floor sky pool overlooks the school and gorgeous beach. The onsite cafe is delicious and convenient as well (definitely try the juices!). I arrived a few days ahead of my bf and was worried the heat in PM was going to be too toasty, but the breeze and beachside location did the trick! We were very comfortable. The location is great as well, just a short walk to the main square and a ton of shops and restaurants. The beach is just across the street, so getting to the dock for diving or walking to beach front clubs for the day was very convenient. What made the trip even better was getting to Layla's owners, Robin and Steve. They were very inviting and informative, stopping to engage in whatever conversation we were discussing from questions on where to go to eat, history, current events in the town, and sharing their backgrounds as well. We took an amazing Tour with Robin on the last day, which took us to a cenote in Xchan and gave us a better understanding of the Yucatan (reviews for the tour are separate on tripadvisor and would highly recommend even if you aren't staying at Layla). The guesthouse is expanding to accommodate larger sized groups, and we would definitely look to come back the next time we are in PM!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2016

2/10 Terrible

That G.

Oct 23, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Over sold, under delivered

Where should I start? The entire experience was a disappointment. At first arrival the room smelled of mold, we were then told there was no septic system which meant all toilet paper was to be discarded into a garbage pail. The room seemed like an afterthought, half of it looked unfinished, and filthy. The fridge was a barely running bar fridge that neither created nor held ice as there was no freezer. We found blood stains on one of the pillows and the sheets smelled of sour mildew. You can't open the curtains as everyone walking by including workers on the property and other patrons need to walk past the bottom floor to get anywhere, so you don't know whether its sunny or raining. There is no privacy or area to sit and relax. Sure, you could go up 3 levels to the disappointing water troth they call a pool thats filthy and full of leaves or if you're feeling gutsy you can risk your life climbing to the terrace. This place was complete garbage and the video thats posted on the website is a complete scam. The property manager was lovley and very receptive to our concerns, allowing us to check out the next morning and refunding back most of our cost immediately. Needless to say we will never be staying at this location nor will we be recommending it to our worst enemy.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbygayle

May 28, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Layla Guesthouse was like staying at a resort while not being at a resort, if that makes any sense. The staff was amazing! The owners were so freaking friendly and helped us with anything we needed. The rooms are so beautiful! No tv, but so worth every penny! The food at the cafe was beyond amazing! The pool & rooftop had views for days! We stayed through thursday night karaoke for a little & had a ton of fun! All I can say is PERFECTO! Can’t wait to visit you all again😊

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

m c.

May 1, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Getaway

My friend and I stayed at the Layla Guesthouse for three nights in late April. We would stay here again. We had originally booked for late March, but due to a death in the family, I asked to rebook. They didn't hesitate to rebook even though it was only two weeks until our visit. They even refunded one night's pay because we reduced our new stay by one night. We stayed in one of the ground floor rooms. The details in the guesthouse and cafe and the room were very thoughtfully designed and executed. It was clean and airy. We never used the air conditioning, even though it was warm. There is currently construction occurring on the premises (adding another room and studio space), but that did not bother us as we were only there briefly during the day. Otherwise we were at the beach. Pros: -Excellent customer service (allowed for rebooking, accommodated a late check out) -Friendly staff and owners- Layla Guesthouse and cafe feels like home. The staff is so friendly and helpful. -Layla Cafe- So wonderful to wake up and have a fabulous breakfast or a smoothie and amazing salad at lunch. We didn't have dinner there. The food is exceptional. Again, well thought out like the guesthouse. There are events happening almost every night of the week in the cafe (music, movie night). It was so lovely to be our room and hear the music. It never ran too late. -Clean rooms, comfortable beds, nice small kitchenette (but we ended up not needing it due to the cafe) -The option for yoga (while we didn't end up doing this, had we stayed longer, we would have) Cons: I had thought we would have beach access from the guesthouse. However there is a school across the street (closed to due COVID). Beach access is about three blocks away. It was not far and nice walk, but we had just thought we'd be able to access the beach by walking across the street. HOWEVER, I may have not booked Layla, if I had known that, BUT I'm so GLAD we stayed there and would stay again if I went with friends. Once again, I am super thankful I stayed at Layla Guesthouse. There is a lovely rooftop with a platform for yoga. The view is incredible. The rooftop itself has a lot of potential. It has swings and hammock and lounge chairs, but would recommend adding some love to the area to make it more appealing. That said, I do know this area suffered a hurricane and a strong tropical storm late fall 2020, so this may have been cause.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randall R.

May 8, 2019

weekend in Puerto Morelos

Every member of the staff was amazing. The grounds and the apartment are like an artist retreat. What's interesting is that it doesn't feel created or contrived, but very natural, like this is just the way the space was meant to be. The food at the café was equally impressive. Muy excelente.

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Apr 1, 2019

Unique stay in Puerto Morelos

We have been coming to Puerto Morelos for four years. Recently, for the first time, we stayed at Layla Guest House. The suite was well-appointed and clean. The Cafe food was creative, healthy and delicious. The staff were always helpful and courteous. The owners made the stay unique with planned events. Oscar Night, included a red-carpet entrance, an elegant dinner and, of course, watching the Oscars. On 'movie night' we ate popcorn and watched "Green Book". We had a lovely stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

bryan p.

Mar 30, 2019

Beautiful owners that were very helpful and present...Laylas was a great place to chill, rest.

This is the place to be for worry free time in Puerto Morelos. Thanks Robin and Steve.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Colleen B.

Jan 30, 2019

Breathtaking ocean view

Get to Layla Guest House.Beautiful panoramic view,clean well supplied rooms a handsome chef who created amazing breakfast and lunches.Staff are so friendly and welcoming you feel like family. They offer music, yoga, movie night, tours of area, fishing.... and so much more.They let me bring my toy poddle which meant so much to me. Thank you Robbin and Steve. We will return.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Collin B.

Jan 11, 2019

Best of all worlds....

We loved the Layla Guesthouse - quiet, quaint and off the beaten path, yet also within walking distance to pretty much anything you want. And you can get pampered w/ a massage or hair styling! Robin and Steve were excellent hosts, very friendly and knowledgeable, and they always made us feel welcome. The food at the cafe was delicious. We also recommend Punta Corcho for dinner one night - just make sure you make a reservation! We also watched Spanish flamenco on Saturday night at the restaurant on the square near the beach. We were fortunate enough to attend the Cenote tour hosted by Robin and our Mayan guide, Paz. That excursion was fantastic! We also attended the Joya Circue Du Soleil - wonderful production. One more thing: ask Robin about the trusted cab driver (I forget his name), who we used, rather than renting a car, for an entire day to take us to Coba and Tulum - he spoke English well, was very polite and flexible - overall a gem and we highly recommend him if you need a trusted driver.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Roseville

May 30, 2018

Beautiful property with pool and views!

This is a great guesthouse. We stayed on the bottom floor and the back garden area is very relaxing. The cafe out front is top notch with yummy breafast and lunch. Wonderful employees and the hosts go out of their way to accommodate you. Excellent cenote tour by Robbin and Steve runs a full service salon on the second floor. Great little pool on third level and an honor bar on fourth level with amazing views of the ocean and town. A yoga deck above bar with ultimate view. You will love it! We did!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jax S.

Jul 20, 2017

Layla was a home away from home

Staying at Layla was the perfect experience for my first time in Puerto Morelos. It's nestled in a quiet part of the town just up the street from the town square. The Layla Cafe breakfast and fruit smoothies are the perfect way to start the day followed by time in the pool overlooking the ocean. After a day snorkeling or on the beach there's an option for sunset yoga on the birdsnest platform with a 360 view of the town. The hosts are welcoming, helpful, and a big part of the comfort with your stay. Already planning my trip back.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

May 6, 2017

Already planning a trip back!

What a great place! The people, the building, the owners and employees are all amazing. If I could find one thing to complain about.. I wouldn't, it wouldn't be worth it. We had an amazing time, we made new friends, ate great food and explored some excellent locations. I love the location, it's a short walk into the town square, it's away from the resorts and gives you the feeling of being in a community. We had fresh fruit smoothies every morning accompanied by amazing fresh food and great company. Everything is fairly close yet removed so you don't feel like a tourist in a buffet line. We enjoyed our time there and after staying couldn't think of any other place we would want to stay! Can't wait to come back and see the finished juice bar.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

mary jo b.

Apr 9, 2017

Leave the hustle and bustle behind....

Can't say enough about Layla's and Robin and Steve and Raquel and chef Lucas and Carlos. Truly home away from home. The simplicity of life here is intoxicating. Morning coffee and ocean breeze and excellent food at Layla's cafe a few steps outside your door. Guesthouse is comfortable and you feel like you're in a jungle away from everything but yet the town is a short walk away for more great food and wonderful people. So much history and culture to learn and appreciate. I thought I lost my phone at the beach and was totally disconnected for several days....little did I know it was meant to be to further enjoy and appreciate this time away. Ironically I found it In my favorite hammock lounge area behind our guesthouse which is where my husband and I spent many quiet evenings. We loved the pool with the waterfall sound overlooking to the beautiful beach also. I could go on and on...five star rating! Cheers to Layla's!!! Oh and I can't forget Lola and Rio... ; )

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bina D.

Apr 3, 2017

Beautiful, relaxing week with awesome food at Layla Guesthouse

My husband and I enjoyed our week in Puerto Morelos and Layla Guesthouse tremendously! Robin and Steve are very gracious and helpful hosts. The room was very comfortable and had everything we needed. The food at the cafe is excellent - can't go wrong with anything on the menu, although we recommend the watermelon/mint and lemon/mint juices, any of the egg dishes and the BoBun. The Mayan Culture and Ceynote Tour was a great way to spend a day walking through the jungle and walking through and swimming in beautiful caves. And we had the clean, beautiful beach, mere steps away, felt like our own private beach. Although the property is only a few short blocks from the town square, it was quiet and restful. Exactly what we were looking for!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Nov 24, 2016

Chilled

A great place to start our trip. Rooms very spacious and environment very chilled and friendly wish we could have spent more time and done yoga on the rooftop while watching the sunset.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sherry G.

Aug 15, 2016

Eat fabulous food, sleep in peaceful beauty, arrive as a guest. and leave as a friend...

Robin and Steve know what you want, and they provide it!! Several studio suites, charmingly and creatively decorated inside. and surrounded by lush local flora to be enjoyed outside, at Layla Guesthouse, all of your senses will be indulged and contented. Lukas, the chef, provides great food, lovingly prepared, and if what you want is not on the menu, he is happy to accomodate you. If you are someone that appreciates that special ambience, that only those with a gift for hospitality can provide, look no further. You will arrive as a guest, and leave as a friend. Sherry and Joe from Vancouver BC 31/07/2016.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pam F.

Jan 31, 2016

Fantastic

We spent 10 days at Layla Guesthouse. The rooms were lovely and useful - small fridge, 2 burner stove top, sink and all the pots and cutlery you could need. The bathroom is the show stopper - the "open air" shower is beautiful. Nice little deck with chairs to enjoy some down time. The view from the pool (on the second/third floor) is amazing. The guesthouse is in a residential area - so you are bound to experience the sounds of Mexico! Robin and Steve are great hosts - have wonderful recommendations for restaurants and tours. They offer a class or lecture nearly every evening should you like to attend. Can't wait to go back.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Roseville

Jan 20, 2016

Great spot in peaceful Puerto Morelos!

My wife and I had an excellent vacation at Layla Guest House in Puerto Morelos. Our host Robin was more than accommodating for all our needs and any info we asked for. Very clean property close to the beach and restaurants. Highly recommended!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hannah A.

Jan 12, 2016

It is a beautiful place in a quaint beach town!

Lovely! Such great hosts!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Christine O., United States

Jan 11, 2016

Charming Place in a Cute Little Town

We had a wonderful time in this property and town. Robin was very easy to communicate with and made sure we had a pleasant experience. He is extremely knowledgeable about the area and a lot of fun to be around. The property was in a great location, short walk from the center of town and right across the street from the beach. The inside was comfortable and well stocked, the only negative was that there was construction on the property during our stay. It didn't bother us too much and Robin did his best to keep the place clean of the construction debris. If we come back we will definitely stay here again and look forward to seeing the renovations! Robin also does a unique cenote tour. It is off the beaten path so be prepared to get a little dirty and it is a long drive so takes all day. Robin made it very enjoyable and if you are into cenotes, you will not want to miss this! We highly recommend a visit to Puerto Morelos and staying at this location.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2015

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

bob C.

Jan 8, 2016

Layla Guest House, the place to stay in the Yucatan

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our 4 night stay towards the end of December, 2015. The overwhelming highlight was taking a Mayan cultural tour with our host Robin Brown. Robin has developed unique and close relationships with the people of the Yucatan since he has been in the area. These relationships has opened doors for him to share with his guests a deeper insight into the Mayan culture than you could find anywhere else. The Mayan people with whom Robin has cultivated close relationships have opened up not only their homes but also one of their most beautiful cenotes to him and his guests. My fourteen year old son said swimming in the Cenote was truly amazing. Another highlight of our stay was experiencing the town of Puerto Morales. The beach is truly beautiful and the town is quite relaxing. There is a great mix of tourists from all over the world including the Mexican people from other parts of the country mingling harmoniously with the local Mayan peoples. The lodging itself was comfortable and relaxing. The owners, Robin and Steve, were very responsive to our needs. I can totally recommend Layla Guest House to anyone seeking a relaxing and authentic way to experience the Yucatan peninsula.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2015

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Amol M.

Jan 5, 2016

Great spot for snorkeling, but a bit disappointed with ongoing construction

The good: this is a great spot for snorkeling and taking in the beautiful coastline literally a stone's throw from the Layla guest house. The owner was charismatic and gracious, inviting us to join in his meditation practice and giving us feedback and tips about the area. The town of PM itself has a quaint village feel - very welcoming and friendly people and some excellent restaurants to spend your evenings at. The unit itself is charming - great outdoor shower feel, large bed and sweet hammock swaying in the private courtyard area. The not so good: the building itself was under construction, and I do wish this had been disclosed earlier. There was a near constant sound of construction - hammering, nailing etc. that offset the ambiance tremendously. I know this is inevitable - improvements are needed everywhere - but I just think this could have been disclosed ahead of time as it definitely impacted the relaxation power that I imagine this spot would ordinarily have. So not quite full stars- and sorry to do it because the owners were just so kind - but I do think a bit of upfront disclosure would have been helpful.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Joyce B.

Nov 20, 2015

We loved it! Wonderful location!

The only reason for 4 stars was due to there being construction (which we were aware of before we went). Can't wait to go back and see the finished property and dipping pool! I am positive I would give it 5 stars then! Robin and Steve are wonderful hosts and good people! Truly enjoyed meeting them. We felt right at home in the room and the bed was very comfortable. Great selection of reading material for longer stays. Wonderful location, within easy walking distance to the town square and restaurants. Endless free supply of clean drinking water in the room was a nice touch. The highlight of our stay was the cenote/cave tour...it was simply spectacular in it's raw beauty! We had an amazing experience as the additional people for the tour canceled at the last minute so we had a private tour...will truly be one of those memories that creep across my face in old age and brings a smile with it! Robin, thank you so much for all the wonderful knowledge you shared with us on the way to the cenote! And then stopping at the wood carvers was amazing! The timing of our visit combined with the hospitality of his wife in teaching me how to make a tortilla was a once in a lifetime experience and her posole was delicious! Then the amazing Mayan lunch was wonderful! All in all a simply perfect day! We will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2015

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Penny G., Bloomington, Indiana

Nov 8, 2015

Wonderful place by the Sea

The Layla Guesthouse was being extensively remodeled during our stay, and we were the only guests. Robin let us know what to expect in advance (workmen on site, no swimming pool, etc.) and was very responsive to our needs. Our suite was spacious, beautifully decorated and oh so comfortable We loved the kitchen and made several meals. Although it's only a short walk to the center of town, we rented bikes from Bici Roja and enjoyed exploring both sides of the highway. I treated myself to a hair appointment with Steve, Robin's partner, and was delighted with the results.We are looking forward to return visits to Puerto Morelos and the Layla Guesthouse.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2015

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