The 7 Best Zipolite Airbnbs (#4 Has an Ocean-View Terrace Above the Beach)
Looking for the best Zipolite Airbnbs?
You’re in the right place as I’ve called Mexico home since 2018, and I’ve stayed in 50+ Airbnbs all over the country.
Zipolite is a small, bohemian beach town on the Oaxaca coast, with a long stretch of Pacific sand and a famously laid-back vibe — and some of Mexico’s best Airbnbs.
👀 Curious about my top pick? It’s the adults-only design house with a plunge pool overlooking Playa Zipolite — check it out here.
The tricky part is that Zipolite is a small, rustic beach town, so many rentals skip AC or hot water, and you’ll want to know which before you book. That’s where I come in!
I’ve hand-picked a list of places, all with nearly-5 star ratings, lots of glowing reviews, and Airbnb’s Guest Favorite badge.
My Top 3 Picks: The Best Zipolite Airbnbs
| Name | Neighborhood | Best for | See more |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ Adults-Only Design House with a Plunge Pool Overlooking Playa Zipolite | West end hillside, near Roca Blanca | Groups of up to 4 | ➡️ Check it out |
| 2️⃣ One-Bedroom Apartment with a Pool, Starlink and AC in Los Mangos | Los Mangos | Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads, budget travelers | ➡️ Check it out |
| 3️⃣ Two-Bedroom Ocean-View Apartment with a Pool and AC | Near Playa del Amor | Groups of up to 4, families, pet-friendly | ➡️ Check it out |
⚠️ If none of these work, browse all the Zipolite Airbnbs here, and use their filters to narrow down your search to find your ideal place.
The 7 Best Zipolite Airbnbs
1. Adults-Only Design House with a Plunge Pool Overlooking Playa Zipolite
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zipolite (west end hillside, near Roca Blanca)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 4
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Casa Cuixe is a modern, architect-designed house 130 feet (40 m) above sea level, with views of the Pacific and Playa Zipolite.
It’s ranked in the top 10% of homes on Airbnb, and it’s ideal for two couples or four friends.
Picture yourself in the small plunge pool, looking out at the beach below.
Just three minutes away, guests can also swim laps in El Guayacan’s 56-foot (17 m) pool, which is adults only and clothing optional.
Both soundproof bedrooms have super-quiet AC, a king bed with Pima cotton sheets and a desk, and Starlink covers the whole house.
Daily cleaning is included, and there’s an honesty bar, yoga mats and hot water with a rain shower.
It sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms with 1 bathroom, and the beach and the village are about a 5-minute walk.
Heads up: the bathroom is open-air and shared, and there are steps on the hillside, which may be hard for anyone with limited mobility.
➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
2. One-Bedroom Apartment with a Pool, Starlink and AC in Los Mangos
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zipolite (Los Mangos)
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads, budget travelers
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Serena is in Los Mangos, a quiet neighborhood in the heart of Zipolite, with dirt roads and birdsong at dawn.
Need to work?
There’s Starlink internet, a monitor and a keyboard, plus an outdoor table with a garden view.
Picture yourself cooling off in the pool, then making dinner in the fully equipped kitchen.
At night, if the weather is right, step outside and look up at the Milky Way.
Your host, Karen, is from Zipolite and is happy to recommend local spots and the best food.
It sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom with 1 bathroom, and Playa del Amor is about a 9-minute walk.
Heads up: there’s no hot water, since it’s warm year-round, and you may see the occasional ant or insect.
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3. Two-Bedroom Ocean-View Apartment with a Pool and AC
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zipolite (near Playa del Amor)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 4, families, pet-friendly
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
This spacious apartment has spectacular ocean views from the living and dining room, so you can catch both sunrises and sunsets.
Each of the 2 bedrooms has its own bathroom, a king bed and AC.
Picture your morning coffee, which comes with the stay, before a dip in the pool.
Settle in for movie night on the 101-inch TV, and the 218 Mbps Wi-Fi and dedicated workspace make remote work easy.
One pet is welcome, too.
It sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, and Playa del Amor is about a 7-minute walk.
Heads up: there’s no hot water, and the road is very dark at night, so the host suggests walking along the beach instead.
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4. Round Beach House with a Wraparound Terrace above Playa Zipolite
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zipolite (Las Casitas, west end of the beach)
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
El Sueño sits at the highest point of its property, so it looks out over the sea and the beach.
The house is round, and its terrace wraps all the way around it.
Upstairs, the bedroom is surrounded by windows under a palm roof, with a king bed.
Picture yourself rinsing off in the garden’s outdoor shower, with one of the best views in Zipolite.
Starlink and a dedicated workspace keep you connected, and there’s a restaurant at the property entrance.
It sleeps 4 guests in 1 bedroom with 1.5 bathrooms, and the beach is about a 1- to 2-minute walk.
Heads up: there’s no AC or hot water, just ceiling and portable fans.
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5. Garden Cabin with a Kitchen, 500 Feet (150 m) from the Beach
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zipolite (Roca Blanca, west end)
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
La Ceiba is a private cabin facing the sea, just 500 feet (150 m) from the beach and about a third of a mile (500 m) from the village.
Picture breakfast in the open kitchen and living room, surrounded by the garden and the sea breeze.
The room has a king bed, and the whole space is yours.
Your host, Daniela, is a Superhost, and there’s free parking at the property entrance.
It sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom with 1 bathroom.
Heads up: there’s no AC or hot water, and the Wi-Fi is slow.
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6. Two-Story Bungalow with a Hammock Terrace near the Beach
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zipolite (Roca Blanca, west end)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 4, families, budget travelers
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
El Cactus is a two-story cabin on a quiet hill, on a property with just 6 houses, each with its own garden.
Upstairs, there’s a bedroom with a king bed, and downstairs, a second bedroom with a sofa bed that becomes a double.
Picture an afternoon in the hammock on the terrace, then dinner from the kitchenette in the garden.
It’s about 500 feet (150 m) from the beach and a third of a mile (500 m) from the village.
It sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms with 1 bathroom.
Heads up: there’s no AC or hot water, and the Wi-Fi is slow.
➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
7. Ground-Floor Two-Bedroom Apartment with AC near the Beach
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zipolite (near Los Mangos)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 4, families
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Casa Ilusión is on the main Zipolite road, with shops nearby and an easy walk to the beach.
This apartment is on the ground floor with no stairs, so it’s especially good for seniors.
Each bedroom has AC, and there’s fiber-optic internet and a dedicated workspace.
You’ll find complimentary bottles of water waiting in the fridge, plus parking inside the property.
It sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms with 1 bathroom, and the beach is about a 10-minute walk.
Heads up: cars pass on the main road, so expect some noise, and you can’t do laundry in the apartment, though there’s a laundromat nearby.
➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Best Zipolite Airbnbs FAQ
Is Zipolite a nude beach?
Yes, Zipolite is Mexico’s only legal nudist beach, and clothing is optional, not required.
On this list, Casa Cuixe‘s guests can also use El Guayacan’s adults-only, clothing-optional lap pool.
Staying nearby instead? Check out the best Mazunte hotels.
Want an even quieter beach? Read my San Agustinillo travel guide.
Do Zipolite Airbnbs have hot water and AC?
Not always, since it’s warm year-round, and many places skip hot water.
It’s so hot year-round in Zipolite that most people won’t even miss hot water.
However, if you know it’s a deal breaker for you, book Casa Cuixe, the place on this list with hot water.
Serena, the Regina apartment and Casa Ilusión have AC, and Casa Cuixe has both.
Prefer a hotel? Check out the best hotels in Zipolite.
Do you need a car in Zipolite?
No, Zipolite is small and best enjoyed on foot.
Taxis, colectivos and vans on the main road go to Mazunte, Puerto Ángel and Pochutla, but there are no ATMs nearby, so bring cash.
Heading next door? Here are the best things to do in Mazunte.
Flying in? Here’s how to get to Mazunte.
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