The 10 Best Villas in Mexico for Rent (#9 Has a Funicular Down to Its Private Beach)

ByShelley Hours Updated Categories Mexico Destinations
Beachfront pool with palm trees and ocean views at one of the best villas in Mexico for rent
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Looking for the best villas in Mexico?

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.

From the cliffs of Los Cabos to the jungle around Tulum, Mexico is home to some truly spectacular private villas — and some of Mexico’s best Airbnbs.

👀 Curious about my top pick? It’s Casa Koko, a beachfront villa in Punta Mita with a full staff — check it out here.

Luxury villas in Mexico can cost a small fortune, so you want to be sure the one you book lives up to its photos. That’s where I come in!

I’ve hand-picked a list of villas, all in Airbnb Luxe, which Airbnb vets for quality.

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My Top 3 Picks: The Best Villas in Mexico for Rent

NameNeighborhoodGuestsSee more
1️⃣ Casa Koko: Beachfront Villa with a Full Staff📍 Punta Mita (La Punta Estates)16+➡️ Check rates
2️⃣ Villa Penasco: Cliffside Villa with Land’s End Views📍 Cabo San Lucas (Pedregal)Up to 14➡️ Check rates
3️⃣ Casa Margaux: Architect-Designed Villa with Open-Sky Showers📍 San José del Cabo (Costa Azul)Up to 8➡️ Check rates

⚠️ If none of these work, browse all the Mexico villas here, and use their filters to narrow down your search to find your ideal place.

The 10 Best Villas in Mexico for Rent

1. Casa Koko: Beachfront Villa with a Full Staff

Infinity pool and palapa lit up at dusk at Casa Koko, a beachfront Punta Mita villa
Photo: Airbnb

Featured in Architectural Digest magazine, Casa Koko is a beach house of exposed wood, stone and hay roofs, shaded by mature palms.

Linger in the heated infinity pool, take a golf cart to the beach clubs, then watch the stars from the fire pit built right into the sand.

A private chef and sous chef are included in your stay (food is extra), along with waiters, housekeepers, a driver and a house manager.

It sleeps 16+ guests in 9 bedrooms with 10.5 bathrooms, plus a spa with a steam room and an outdoor bathtub.

See more villas like this in my guide to the Punta Mita villas.

➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb

2. Villa Penasco: Cliffside Villa with Land’s End Views

Villa Penasco lit up at sunset on the cliffs of Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas
Photo: Airbnb

Perched on the cliffs of Pedregal, Villa Penasco looks straight out at Land’s End and El Arco.

Grab the binoculars in your room and watch the fishing boats round the Arch, or spot whales from the dining room.

Breakfast and housekeeping are included every day, so your only plan is a swim in the heated infinity pool.

It sleeps 14 guests in 6 bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, plus a gym and a media room.

See more villas like this in my guide to the Cabo San Lucas villa rentals.

➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb

3. Casa Margaux: Architect-Designed Villa with Open-Sky Showers

Open-air living room by the pool at Casa Margaux, a San Jose del Cabo villa in Costa Azul
Photo: Airbnb

Casa Margaux is an architect-designed home that made the cover of Azure Magazine.

Every bedroom has its own entrance from the open-air hallways, and there are open-sky showers and an outdoor bathtub.

Picture an evening in the heated saltwater pool and hot tub, then gathering around the fire pit under the stars.

It sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms with 4.5 bathrooms. Heads up: 2 of the bedrooms are up a flight of stairs.

See more villas like this in my guide to the San José del Cabo villas for rent.

➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb

4. Casa Tira Tulum: Seven-Suite Jungle Mansion with a Swim-Up Pool Bar in Holistika

Aerial view of Casa Tira Tulum, a jungle mansion with arched rooftops and pools
Photo: Airbnb

Casa Tira Tulum is a jungle mansion on its own private, secure compound.

Grab a cocktail at the swim-up pool bar, then gather everyone at the 20-seat outdoor table by the disco-ball pizza oven.

There are three jacuzzis, including a 4-person one in the Maya suite, next to a custom circular “emperor” bed.

It sleeps 16 guests in 7 bedrooms with 7 bathrooms, and the cafés and bars of Calle 7 Sur are about a 5-minute walk.

See more villas like this in my guide to the Tulum villas for rent.

➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb

5. Casa EnMar: Waterfront Hotel Zone Villa with an Infinity Pool, Sauna and Home Theater

Infinity pool and waterfront villa at dusk at one of the best Cancun Airbnbs
Photo: Airbnb

Casa EnMar sits right on the Caribbean in Cancún’s Hotel Zone, with an infinity pool, a hot tub and its own sandy lounge area.

Picture yourself paddling out on the kayak in the morning, then gathering around the fire pit after dark.

Inside, there’s a mini cinema, a pool table, foosball, a sauna and a wet bar, so even rainy days are covered.

It sleeps 12 guests in 5 bedrooms with 5.5 bathrooms, and Playa Tortugas is about a 15-minute walk.

See more villas like this in my guide to the Cancún Airbnbs.

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6. Villa Tiburón: Beachfront Estate with a Private Chef

aerial view of Villa Tiburón on its private beach, one of the best Riviera Maya villas for rent
Photo: Airbnb

Villa Tiburón sits on its own private beach in Puerto Morelos, between the Caribbean Sea and wild mangroves.

There are no close neighbors, just the sound of the waves and birdsong.

Picture yourself with a cocktail and your feet in the sand, then gathering around a dinner table overlooking the sea.

It sleeps 16+ guests in 8 bedrooms with 7.5 bathrooms.

See more villas like this in my guide to the Riviera Maya villas for rent.

➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb

7. Casa Caleta: Beachfront Six-Suite Villa with an Infinity Pool and a Private Chef

Beachfront infinity pool and palapa at Casa Caleta, one of the best Puerto Vallarta villas for rent
Photo: Airbnb

Casa Caleta sits right on the sand in Lower Conchas Chinas, in a gated enclave of just three oceanfront homes.

Picture yourself sliding from the oversized beachfront jacuzzi, with its cascading waterfall, into a heated saltwater infinity pool that seems to melt into the bay.

A private chef makes breakfast and lunch every day, and daily housekeeping and an on-call concierge are included.

It sleeps 12 guests in 6 bedrooms with 6.5 bathrooms, and Los Muertos Beach is about a 15-minute walk along the shore.

See more villas like this in my guide to the Puerto Vallarta villas for rent.

➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb

8. Vela Blanca: Ocean-View Villa in Pedregal with a Private Chef

Covered dining terrace with ocean views at Vela Blanca, a Cabo villa with a private chef in Pedregal
Photo: Airbnb

Vela Blanca is a brand-new Pedregal villa where every single room looks out at the ocean.

A private chef is included in your stay all day, and you even get a daily cameraman to capture the trip.

Swim in the heated pool, challenge your group to ping pong or a game at the pool table, then settle into the movie theater after dinner.

It sleeps 16+ guests in 6 bedrooms with 7 bathrooms.

See more villas like this in my guide to the Cabo villas with a private chef.

➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb

9. Sun of the West: Six-Bedroom Ocean Estate with a Funicular to Its Private Beach

aerial view of Sun of the West and its 360-degree infinity pool, one of the best Costa Careyes villas for rent
Photo: Airbnb

Sun of the West is a one-of-a-kind estate with a 360-degree infinity pool and sweeping ocean views.

Picture yourself riding the funicular down to your own private beach and deck, then floating in the pool as the sun sets.

It’s fully staffed, including a private chef, and there’s a concierge service too.

It sleeps 12 guests in 6 bedrooms with 6 bathrooms.

See more villas like this in my guide to the Costa Careyes villas for rent.

➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb

10. Kasa Kascada: Villa with a Private Vineyard and an Infinity Jacuzzi

Modern villa on a rocky hillside above rows of vines at a Luxe Valle de Guadalupe Airbnb
Photo: Airbnb

Kasa Kascada is a private villa surrounded by its own vineyard, just for guests.

Picture yourself in the heated infinity jacuzzi at night, glass of wine in hand, looking out over the valley under the stars.

Breakfast is included every day, and the staff is on hand from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

It sleeps 12 guests in 4 bedrooms with 4.5 bathrooms, and one round-trip shuttle from Tijuana Airport is included per booking.

See more villas like this in my guide to the Valle de Guadalupe Airbnbs.

➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb

More Villas in Mexico, by Destination

Cabo San Lucas · Cabo with a private chef · San José del Cabo · Punta Mita · Puerto Vallarta · Costa Careyes · Tulum · Cancún · Playa del Carmen · Riviera Maya · Isla Mujeres · Rosarito beach houses

Best Villas in Mexico FAQ

Where are the best places to rent a villa in Mexico?

Los Cabos, Punta Mita, Puerto Vallarta and the Riviera Maya have some of Mexico’s most spectacular villas.

Casa Koko sits in Punta Mita‘s La Punta Estates, and Villa Penasco looks straight out at Land’s End.

Do villas in Mexico come with staff?

Many luxury villas do, and several on this list include a private chef or a full staff.

Villa Tiburón and Vela Blanca both come with a private chef.

What is Airbnb Luxe?

Airbnb Luxe is Airbnb’s collection of high-end homes, each one vetted by Airbnb for quality.

Every villa on this list is an Airbnb Luxe property.

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