What are the best Isla Mujeres gyms? Over the past five years, I’ve stayed on this island for more than two years total. That also means I’ve tried a couple of gyms and can tell you exactly which one is best depending on what your fitness preferences are.
Below, I’ve outlined the main gyms on the island: Gym Tonic, Iron Abs, Ripped Centaurus, Point Break (Mayakita), and I threw in Las Hamacas as well. The first four gyms on this list are real gyms with proper machines. Las Hamacas is a bit special (you’ll see why). For each gym, we’ll discuss overall vibe, equipment, facilities, and pricing. Let’s jump in!
Key Takeaways
- Gym Tonic: 150 pesos ($7.5 USD) for a one-time visit. The biggest gym on the island.
- Iron Abs: 150 to 180 pesos ($7.5 to 9 USD) for a one-time visit. Offer martial arts classes.
- Ripped Centaurus: 200 pesos ($10 USD) for a one-time visit. Smallest gym. Air-conditioned.
- Point Break (Mayakita): 280 pesos ($14 USD) for a one-time visit for non-guests/locals. Air-conditioned, best-maintained gym.
- Las Hamacas: Gym access included with lunch. Flinstone-like gym included with your stay at the beach club Las Hamacas.
Gym Tonic – The Largest Gym On The Island
Overall Vibe
The overall vibe in Gym Tonic is one that you’ll encounter in a lot of Isla Mujeres gyms. It’s characterised by the sound of metal, loud music, and walls with graffiti and motivational quotes.
When I first started working out at GymTonic, I had to get used to that. Coming from Europe (Poland, the Netherlands, Spain), I’m used to well-maintained commercial gyms. GymTonic is definitely more die-hard from the outside.
However, I’ve come to realize that, although the place looks intimidating at first, the people who train there and those who run it are welcoming. You’ll find locals, local expats, and tourists training here. Training here has become one of my favorite activities on Isla Mujeres.
Before 9 AM and after 4 PM, the place gets really busy. I’ve found most success with training between 12 PM and 3 PM, even if this means that I’m training during the hottest point of the day.
During the week, they’re open from 5 AM to 10:30 PM. On Saturday, that’s 6 AM to 3 PM. Sundays, they’re closed.
Equipment
GymTonic has the largest selection of equipment on the island. First, when you enter, you’ll notice an area with artificial grass and some squat racks/pull-up racks, as well as an incline bench press and a picnic table. This is the area where people do more dynamic exercises, because there’s not a lot of space to do them inside.
Inside, there’s enough space to walk around, but it’s tight in some places. There are multiple dumbbell racks, a Smith machine, a leg press, a hack squat, a couple of leg extensions, hamstring curls (sitting and lying), a hip thrust, a multistation with place to do tricep extensions, lat pulldowns and cable chest flies, there’s a row machine a bench press, another squat rack, a chest fly and a curl machine.
There are also some seats, some of which can be inclined. The condition of these various pieces of equipment varies, but it’s functional overall.
Facilities
GymTonic doesn’t have a lot of facilities. There’s no A/C, although they do have big fans that are hanging on the wall and from the ceiling. There’s more than enough airflow overall. There’s also a small bathroom in the back of the building.
Prices
You can buy a day, a week, or a monthly pass at GymTonic:
- 1 day: 150 pesos ($7.5 USD)
- 1 week: 465 pesos ($23 USD)
- 1 month: 780 ($39 USD)
Ripped Centaurus – Small, But Effective
Overall Vibe
Ripped Centaurus is probably the smallest gym on the island. I used to train here in 2024 for half a year because it was right next to the apartment I was renting.
As soon as you walk in, you’ll notice that it’s basically just a big room that’s completely stuffed with all kinds of equipment. The cardio section (mainly treadmills) is in the front, and when you pass those, you’ll see all the weightlifting equipment that’s available.
Like most gyms in Isla Mujeres, this gym also has a rundown appearance. There’s a lot of metal, and the music is definitely there, but not too loud. One thing I do have to say: it felt cramped every time I went to work out. For example, if you’re trying to get a good deadlifting session in, this is not really the place.
During weekdays, it’s open from 5 AM to 11 PM. On Saturday, that’s 5 AM to 3 PM, and Sunday it’s 11 AM to 1 PM. I really recommend going between 12 AM and 4 PM because it can get really crowded during other hours of the day.
Equipment
For how small the space is, they’ve managed to put an incredible amount of equipment in there. At the front, there are four treadmills and two elliptical machines.
Further into the gym on the left side, we find a squat rack, a leg press, and a Smith machine. There’s a dip station, a hip abductor and adductor, a leg extension, a hamstring curl, and a preacher curl machine.
There’s also a multistation for triceps, biceps, and chest flies, as well as a lat pulldown machine. Of course, there’s also a dumbbell rack. Finally, there are some seats, some of which can be inclined.
What I thought was hilarious when I worked out here: sometimes you have to move or adjust a certain piece of equipment out of the way so you can free another piece of equipment. It’s a real puzzle sometimes.
Note: I did hear from many people that Ripped Centaurus is not the best at keeping its equipment maintained. Since they have a select amount of equipment, this could mean your preferred machine isn’t available when you want to work out.
Facilities
First, Ripped Centaurus is the only ‘old-school’ gym on the island that has A/C. Because the room is so small, it’s actually chilly in there, which is great if you’re training out during the middle of the day. There’s also a bathroom in the back.
Prices
Ripped Centaurus has A/C, which also means prices are higher than some other gyms. Last time I checked (March 2026), this is what they charged:
- 1 day: 200 pesos ($10 USD)
- 1 week: 450 pesos ($22.5 USD)
- 1 month 1500 pesos ($75 USD)
Iron Abs – Good Value For Money
Overall Vibe
Just like Ripped Centaurus, Iron Abs is quite a bit smaller than GymTonic. However, Iron Abs does have a more spacious feel than Ripped Centaurus. That’s because Iron Abs really focuses on the basics of strength training in terms of the equipment that they choose (more about that in a second).
This place is run by Jarvin Velazques, who’s the owner of the gym. He’s there a lot of the time because he also works as a certified personal trainer in the gym. That means that the gym is being cared for, something that’s unique on the island.
Overall, the gym does have a similar vibe to GymTonic and Ripped Centaurus: it’s a lot of metal and loud music. Keep in mind that this gym does not have an A/C, but there are enough fans.
Finally, it’s good to know that Iron Abs also organizes martial arts classes, as you can see from the video below. It’s March of 2026, and the owner just announced on his Facebook that they are ready for their first students. A unique offering on the island!
Equipment
The equipment in Iron Abs mirrors that of the other two gyms. There are bench presses (regular and incline), leg press, a preacher curl rack, a hack squat, a squat rack, a lat pulldown, a multistation for rows, triceps, biceps, and cable chest flies, lying hamstring curl, leg press, and more than enough dumbbells throughout the gym.
Overall, there’s a little less equipment than what you’d see at GymTonic, but it has a way better layout than what you see at Ripped Centaurus. Good to know is that they do have space inside to do heavy barbell exercises without getting in anyone’s way.
Facilities
There’s no A/C here, but they do have fans, and the garage doors are open, which does provide a nice breeze on some days. They also have a restroom.
Prices
Iron Abs is a very affordable gym on the island if you’re staying for a longer period of time. If you only want to train here once, you’ll pay the regular rate that you see at many gyms on the island. Fun fact, it’s not completely clear what the daily rate is because multiple people report having been charged 150 to 180 pesos in the past weeks.
- 1 day: 150 – 180 pesos ($7.5 to 8 USD)
- 1 month: 650 pesos ($32.5 USD)
Mayakita / Point Break – Fanciest Gym On Isla Mujeres
Overall Vibe
Mayakita, also known as Point Break Gym Isla Mujeres, is by far the most professional gym on the island. To be clear, I haven’t been here myself, but I have a friend who did have a weekly pass here for a bit, and I asked her about her experience.
From what she told me, and from what I’ve heard in general about Mayakita, is that it’s by far the best-managed gym on the island. It’s clean, it’s maintained, and the coaches are all a blast to work with. Group classes, of which there are many, are challenging and perfect for people who want to keep their strength and conditioning up while on vacation.
One thing that you do have to keep in mind is that you can’t free train all the time. The gym runs on a tight schedule that mixes group classes (HIIT, strength & cardio, pilates) with ‘open gym’-time. The schedule changes regularly and can be found here: Point Break Gym schedule.
Opening times at Point Break Gym are a little weird. On Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, they’re open from 7:30 AM to 12 PM and 2 to 9:30 PM. On Thursdays, it’s 6 AM to 8 PM, on Saturdays it’s 7 AM to 11 AM, and on Sundays they’re closed. So, you definitely have to plan around that.
Equipment
The gym isn’t big. It’s basically just a medium-sized room. However, unlike Ripped Centaurus, the owners of Point Break Gym have opted to include only equipment that promotes full-body movement.
We’re talking two rowing machines, two squat racks with pull-up bars, some benches, some barbells, dumbbells, and a bunch of weight plates. There’s also a piece of artificial grass where you can push a weighted sled.
If you’re the type of person to mainly focus on lunges, squats, bench press, deadlift, shoulder presses, and any variation of these exercises, this gym is perfect for you.
Facilities
Parking at Point Break is easy and free. They also have bathrooms and even showers that you can use after the workout. The gym is also cooled very well with both fans and air conditioning. Finally, they have a bar where they serve coffee and protein shakes.
Prices
All that professionalism and luxury does come with a price. Mayakita / Point Break Gym is the most expensive option on the island. If you’re not staying in one of the Mayakita villages, or if you’re not a local to the island, you’ll pay 280 pesos ($14 USD) for one gym session or class. That’s almost double what other gyms charge. Locals and guests of the villas pay 200 pesos ($10 USD)
You can also opt for a weekly or monthly pass. A weekly pass costs 700 pesos ($35 USD), and a monthly pass costs 2000 pesos ($100 USD). Again, it’s probably worth it if you’re going to the classes regularly, but as a gym-only option, I don’t know if it’s worth it, since GymTonic costs 1/3 as much and offers a wider range of equipment.
Las Hamacas – The Most Instagrammy Gym
Overall Vibe
When I wanted to write this segment, I realized I had never actually seen this gym for myself. Even though I’ve spent two years on this island, I somehow missed it. So, I walked out of the Nilu by Selina Cowork, where I’m currently sitting, and walked the 3-minute walk to Playa Norte, where Las Hamacas is located.
It was a bit early (11 AM in the morning), and Las Hamacas was still opening up. However, I did see the gym, and I can tell you that if you want to have a beach workout, this is the only place on the island that will offer it.
Equipment
The equipment of Las Hamacas is straight out of The Flintstones. There are some wooden barbells, dumbbells, a bench press, and lat pulldowns. If you want to get an effective workout in here, you’ll have to do compound movements as there are no advanced machines to target specific muscle groups.
The wooden barbells with concrete weights are fixed, and so are the dumbbells, so you can’t change weights on them. For the lat pulldowns, you have to fill baskets with weights and use them as your resistance. It’s all a bit goofy overall. Here’s what it looks like using the bench press in Las Hamacas.
Facilities
Las Hamacas is mainly a beach club, which means a restaurant, bar, and restrooms are also located on the premises of the beach club. The gym is completely open-air, so no fans or air conditioning, but just a sea breeze if you’re lucky.
Prices
Las Hamacas is a bit of an odd one when it comes to pricing. There are no separate prices for the gym. Instead, it’s accessible for people who are spending their day at the beach club.
If you’re renting two chairs and an umbrella, that’s 450 pesos. On top of that, you need to have one lunch and one drink per person, minimum. I’m sure that if you eat lunch here and have some drinks, they’ll also let you use the gym. So, this is really more a beach club with a gym, than it is a gym with a beach club.
Anchor Gym (Discontinued)
There used to be another open-air gym available in the northern part of the island called Anchor Gym. This gym was located in the premises of Nilu by Selina (formerly known as Selina Isla Mujeres or Poc Na). While Nilu still offers wellness activities like yoga and aerial classes, unfortunately, they’ve taken away the dumbbells, and the gym has been inactive since February 2025.
