About us
La Perle Noire
Bringing together the four corners of the world
La Perle Noire opened in March 2021 in the heart of San Miguel de Cozumel.
The idea was to create a comfortable hotel with its own diving center and a pirate touch. Our rooms are named after famous pirates who plied the Caribbean seas.
With these private lounges and common areas, guests can meet, exchange ideas and make new connections. It's now been 3 years since La Perle Noire opened its doors to travelers from all over the world, with whom we've created lifelong relationships.
Weigh anchor and sail the sea, dive on the world's second largest reef, admire Mexican flora and fauna, discover historic Mayan sites and head for wild beaches. This is the kind of adventure that awaits you.
We're delighted to have you with us and hope you enjoy the pirate experience!
To meet
The crew
Michael
Captain
Michael started the Pirate Inn in 2021 after the pandemic changed the face of his previous job. Hungry for adventure and new challenges, he dropped anchor on Cozumel, a small Mexican island in the Caribbean Sea.
Changing lifestyles, learning a new language, going into business abroad and integrating into local activities were big changes, but also good sources of motivation in her adaptation process.
He's the first face you see when you visit La Perle Noire. Calm and patient, he listens to each and every one of our visitors and suggests activities to suit their tastes and preferences.
Passionate about diving Michael is currently completing his Dive Master at La Perle Noire so he can guide you through Cozumel's fabulous coral reefs. He is also the owner of Reckless Esurf here in Cozumel; his school offers Electric Surfing lessons.
Laurent
Browser
After fifteen years working in the business world in Canada, he decided to leave Quebec for an adventure in the Caribbean. His journey took him to Cozumel in early 2021. Quickly falling in love with scuba diving, he undertook professional training in the heart of the island's marvellous reefs. The same year, he founded La Perle Noire to share his passion with divers from all over the world.
Dom
Quartier-Maître
Originally from Quebec, Dominique is known for her positive energy, natural curiosity and passion for adventure. After leaving her career in Quebec, she chose to settle in the Caribbean to live a life closer to the sea, nature and people.
Today, she divides her time between enriching human encounters, scuba diving and sporting activities. Dominique is an integral part of the team at La Perle Noire, where she is committed to offering visitors an authentic, warm and memorable experience. Her goal: to help make every stay a unique and unforgettable experience.
Gaby
First Officer
For more than 3 years, Gaby has looked after every corner of our hotel with care and passion. Much more than a housekeeper, she's an exceptional person, always smiling, available and with a rare generosity. A former restaurateur, she sometimes shares delicious homemade Mexican dishes with us, adding a warm, authentic touch to our daily routine. Gaby is the benevolent soul of La Perle Noire - a real treasure for our team and our guests.
Etienne
Boatswain
A native of Victoriaville, Étienne is part of the adventure La Perle Noire since the very beginning. Young, dynamic and attentive to every diver, he embodies the energy and passion of our dive center. Having completed his Divemaster and then his IDC (Instructor Development Course) here in Cozumel, he now enthusiastically shares his expertise, always ready to help you discover the wonders of the underwater world in a professional yet friendly atmosphere.
Marie-Josée
The Matriarch of the Edge
Guardian of harmony and creative muse of La Perle Noire. With each visit, she breathes love, energy and a breath of fresh air. Thanks to her decorative touch, her plants and her bright ideas, the hotel exudes warmth and elegance. A true gatherer at heart, she makes the crew and guests radiate like a treasure from the heart.
Miguel
Cabin boy
Miguel takes great care in maintaining our swimming pool. Dynamic, respectful and always ready to help, he is one of those discreet but essential people who keep the hotel running smoothly.
What they said
I had an excellent stay of almost a week on the black pearl and can't recommend it highly enough. I took my open water course there and discovered some great diving spots. I also rented a scooter to discover the island.
The owners are very responsive and friendly, and the hotel is well laid out and pleasant, with a swimming pool and rooftop terrace.
My friend and I had a great stay at the inn! The place is beautiful and very welcoming, a large kitchen with everything you need to cook and very comfortable rooms! A rooftop for relaxing and socializing completes the picture!
We were there to dive and the owner Michael was always available to help us with accommodation, diving and organization! The dive guides are really competent!
I would definitely recommend La Perle Noire! We loved our stay and have decided to extend it for a further 3 nights.
The great atmosphere, the team working there (Dom, Mick, Gaby and Sparrow the cat), the memorable activities and this island paradise made our trip a success.
Don't miss: a day of diving (special mention to instructor Jesus) and a snorkeling tour at El Cielo!
We had a great stay! Laurent was very responsive in helping us organize our stay, and Michael welcomed us warmly and recommended some great spots around the island.
The place is very pleasant, the rooms are clean and the wifi is excellent and works everywhere. You can also rent scooters and bicycles.
We had some great dives with Etienne, who was a great teacher and always in a good mood. Thanks to them for this great experience, and we hope to come back.
A great place with great people! Feels like home.
Accommodation: nothing to say, clean rooms, good bedding, I was pleasantly surprised. There's a pool, kitchenette, board games and bike and scooter rental. However, it's a 20-minute walk to the center of Cozumel.
Diving level: it was great! Étienne is a great, funny teacher who listens and makes you feel safe. The people who run this hostel are relaxed, attentive and the team is well organized.
