WOW! Vida in Chelem is an absolutely incredible place to stay. My sister and I stayed here for a month from June-July 2021 and we loved our stay. We were... read more in Vida-Sol which had a window to the veranda and the ocean, making every day magical. The things I loved the most about my stay were the beach (seriously, the water is incredible), the sunsets, and the incredible hosts. Our unit was well-prepared with everything we needed (towels, toilet paper, shampoo and conditioner, drinking/cooking water, utensils, spices, etc.) and the unit looked exactly as it was in the pictures. Whenever we were low on water, paper towels, or toilet paper (or anything else we needed, really), we would contact the on-site host and they would get back to us right away. While we were there, the pool and courtyard spaces were undergoing construction, but as we were leaving, they looked incredible, so future guests should thoroughly enjoy those spaces as well.

The only cons are ones that are not specific to Vida, but rather the area. The power cuts out a fair amount in Chelem, especially during/after storms. Similarly, if all the units are occupied and everyone is using AC, that could trip the breaker 3-4 times in a row, which was frustrating. Although our hosts did everything they could, it was sometimes uncomfortably warm or inconvenient to not have consistent power. If you plan on working or if you are depending on Internet service through the on-site Wi-Fi, you may experience some challenges. That being said, there were locals we spoke with who were 5-6 days without power at a time, and I think the longest time we were without power was 5-6 hours, a testament to our wonderful hosts and their attentiveness to their guests.

Additionally, there are bugs and little critters that will find a way in, no matter how secure you try to make it. Bring bug spray and try to minimize opening and closing doors to makes sure they stay outside if you're particular to that.

If you plan on staying for an extended time in Chelem, I'd encourage you to rent a car. I was looking to sit on the beach and read, so this was an absolutely ideal situation for me, but if you're looking for variety or to be able to easily travel to other areas in the peninsula, a car would make that much easier.

Finally, if there are any issues you have or are worried about, either before or during your stay, contact the on-site hosts. They are incredibly responsive and truly wonderful people. Arturo showed us wonderful places to get fresh-squeezed orange juice and coffee in the mornings, and Rick and J.R. gave excellent recommendations for sights to see in Chelem, Chuburna, Progreso, and other nearby communities. I can't wait to go back!

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  Great stay, peaceful and very clean. My daghter and I spend a very cozy and relaxed days in the beach. Location is everything for this listing, being right off the... read more beach made the difference for us, we could enjoy the beach all for ourselves. I will definitely stay again with them.

  Do no hesitate to rent this place. If you're looking for a beach stay with constant view on the gulf's turquoise water and white sand, this is it. The accomodation... read more is very comfortable: potable water provided, full kitchen, A/C. The terrace is shared among guests so keep curtains closed when in need of privacy. The hosts (Arturo and Rick) even organized a transport from the airport for us as well as a trip to Mérida for a special dining occasion. No complaints, no fuss just excellent guest experience.

  If you're looking for a getaway from work or the city. This is your go-to place. VIDA Chelem is in a small and quiet town, away from the noise of... read more the city. The place is very clean and calm. You can relax in the hammocks or at the beach. The sound of the waves at all times is beautiful and relaxing (Specially at night). If you decide to book here, don't forget to watch the state of the art sunsets! Rick, Arturo and Jairo were great guests and very nice people, the attention and communication was flawless at all times.

  We had a fantastic time here. We stayed for 5 days. I could have easily stayed longer. The bungalow is fully equipped and it is very clean. We stayed in... read more Sol which has access to the huge deck from the kitchen. You can hear the waves all night. We spent alot of time in the deck in the hammocks - very chill. As it is a shared space, it is great for meeting the other guests.
Rick and JR are great hosts, kind and generous. They invited all the guests to their Christmas eve party which was really lovely and had very nice food.
Chelem itself is a quiet village with quite a few restaurants and friendly people.
I recommend staying here 100%.