El Cedral
What the experts agree on
Cozumel's oldest settlement blends pre-Hispanic heritage with colonial charm—a quiet farming village centered around a modest church and plaza, offering authentic local culture away from tourist crowds.
“ Today it's a farming community with small, well-tended houses and gardens. ”
– Fodor's
"This is the island’s oldest community; it existed before the Spaniards arrived in 1518. The town is a traditional agricultural center with a small church facing a central plaza." Full review