These hotels are all great options for most of your guests, too. This all-inclusive adults-only resort is in Akumal. The Kimpton Aluna is a mix of spirituality, modernity, and vibrant design with Mayan influences. So glad I found your site! Hi Dave! Thank you so much in advance! Which would you recomend for snorkling and swimming (no diving) which are close and easy to get to using colectivo/taxi from Bahia Principe? If you only want to swim then Casa Cenote is great (also called Manatee Cenote). Hotel phone: +52 1 984 116 3357 Have you heard anything like this? So wed love if we could find something good in the $150 $300 / night range. Hi! Diamante K is nice hotel and close to a very good beach. My favorite stretch of beach is in front of Be Tulum, with the beach in front of Playa Mambo, Alaya, and La Zebra also very good. Fantastic information! Hi Dave: How is the seaweed situation in Tulum now? Mi Amor is located in the Tulum Ruins national park at the north end of the hotel zone, walking distance to the ruins, a beach club, and a handful of restaurants. Thats also true of pretty much all Riviera Maya destinations. Its our first time to Tulum. Hi there, your site is incredible with tons of info! My fiance and I are getting married in Cancun in June and want to spend a couple days after in Tulum (kinda our honeymoon but not really). It also does not disappoint when it comes to accommodation options. They are on a very long stretch of property so theres lots of room to keep it from ever feeling crowded. And maybe the one youd recommend most for a great birthday dinner? A design-forward hotel, the decor blends Art Deco, retro 60s, and beach-chic styles in its 15 unique rooms. Id say those two are the most laid back, both have great beaches and are centrally located along the hotel zone so you cant go wrong with either. My friend in NY says we need to be on the beach. Nomade is brand new and little trendier. It is shared with two other hotels and Maria del Mar is on the far side so the beach views and experience are not great (especially considering you are in Tulum). I also was thinking of booking a bike ahead of time but it may be too hot. Camille. We loved Tulum (last visit two years ago). Hi! Also, Diamante K is very close to Mezzanine so even when you switch hotels youll pretty much have the same sights and restaurants just out your door when you do switch hotels Id recommend moving to a new area of Tulum so you get some different experiences. A friend recommended this to us while in Tulum. The beach is very small and rocky. I might have a slight preference for staying in town. Hotel website Check prices for Encantada, Chilled-out, beachfront, artsy eco-hotel with Mayan-themed, beautifully decorated suites featuring hand-painted tiles, outdoor sitting decks, hammocks, porthole windows, and solar powered electricity. Brilliant page you got:-) We also know that there are some new hotels opening, like Chiringuito. The rooms give you that bungalow feel but are very nice and have lots of luxuries that many hotels in Tulum are missing. Hotel phone: +52 1 984 167 7154 Ahau is an upscale eco-resort in Tulum, just a few meters away from the beach. Hey Dave, any sense of the current seaweed situation in Tulum? Sanara, La Zebra, and Playa Mambo are all very close to each other. There are always taxis waiting in front of the bus terminal. Weve been offered to move to The Beach or My Way for either part or all of the stay. Learn how your comment data is processed. We love to have fun, drink, eat everything, explore and also may do some yoga if we arent too hungover. Hi, thanks for the amazing website! Gran Cenote is nearby and partially covered. Bike yes, but walk no. Theres a small play structure for kids at La Zebra. There is not a lot immediately around Viento De Mar, but yes, youre right the northern section of the beach road has more restaurants and theres good stuff within a 5 minute bike ride north and south from Viento. Rebecca Pickering. After reading more reviews, Im worried Amansala will be full of too many groups and people on yoga retreats. My family would like to visit Tulum in December. I prefer a luxury hotel, so the nicer the better. Great treatments and a beautiful yoga shala in the trees. Any recommendations would be welcome!! in town and after reading your reviews wish wed booked something on the beach! Most of the resorts and hotels are in Tulums very competitive Hotel Zone. I have a question Im planning my sisters bachelorette weekend with about 4 to 6 girls (in our early 30s) and was wondering if you have a place youd recommend we stay. My boyfriend unfortunately might have to do some work during our vacation. Lisa. The food in and around Tulum is amazing and one of the highlights of the town. Also AC is important to us as well! Ahau also has a sister property Alaya that is very nice and the eco-chic type of property. Where to convert dollars to pesos? What do you think? Mezzanine is not walking distance from town but it is an easy bike ride. And do you recommend any other hotel? The beach zone is not hooked up to the towns electricity grid, so most hotels on the beach rely on generators and have limited or no air conditioning. The rooms and grounds offer that quintessential Tulum aesthetic, and are clean and well cared for. Both have many restaurants nearby, El Pez probably more within a short distance. Blue Diamond is definitely more budget-friendly for us but my fiance cant get over how beautiful Esencia is. You can lounge around the living room or shaded garden area while enjoying the beautiful view. Of course we need to spend some days in lovely Tulum (me and my wife stayed there at a cool place called Cabanas Don Armando 20 years ago, I doubt its still there). Mamas House is right in town too and a little more charming and vibrantly decorated. Air conditioning room, great beach, nice rooms are important. Hi Dave There are always some mosquitoes but there worse in the wet season months of September and October. Some great choices in town are Don Diego de la Selva (beautiful gardens, small pool, breakfast included, and an apiary with Mayan bees that dont have stingers), Teetotum (retro-60s vibe, plunge pool, live music, great bar), and Villas Geminis (full apartments, pool, and day trips to their temazcal/yoga retreat in the jungle). Its a highly rated hotel in Tulum. Theres a hammock outside on your deck with a little table and chair so you can relax quietly. If you want a secure, private, luxurious, and peaceful escape from the crowds, Tankah is the best area to stay in Tulum. Both the beach and town have their charms but most people prefer staying on the beach. All 3 are nice hotels. Hotel Bardo promises guests a stay that is pure, unphased, and far beyond the ordinary. All rooms and the grounds are lit by candles, and there are no showers in the rooms, just bathtubs. Were looking to relax, shop, swim, eat/drink, catch some music, and retire early. If you are worried about getting bored, choose an all-inclusive that has activities onsite. The beach here boasts powdery, soft, white sand, and there is a little cenote onsite, too. I have also looked at Ana y Jose and Viento de Mar. 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Again, thanks for the useful site. Papaya Playa Project is a little further away (still not far) and it has great food and an fantastic setting. Each one is unique and it is quite an experience to explore those. Snorkeling: The beaches of Tulum are beautiful and you can snorkel anywhere along the coastline. Since youre already staying in the south beach area I would look in the northern section for your other 2 nights. Mezzanine Hotel only their master suites are available Dune is one of the best hotels in Tulum if you want to party on the beach, Clara on a recent visit to scout out the Dune Boutique. My husband and 20 year old son want to fish while in Tulum. Yes, I think its a great choice and good location. Superb, oceanfront, boutique hotel with refined, economical non-view rooms, sea view rooms, and master suites, all with mini bars, yoga mats, and coffee/tea baskets (delivered daily). Rooms all include 24-hour air conditioning and king-sized beds; Casitas add jetted baths and private patios with hammocks. None of these hotels (or any beach hotels, really) are walking distance to town so for that youll need to taxi or bike. Thank you! Online reviews are great, with many thumbs up for the excellent beach location. Coral Tulum is a little pricier but very nice and has AC. We are staying for 5 nights at El Pez and then would like our final 6 nights somewhere that has a nicer beach and one which is livelier for the final leg of our stay. It is a totally unique experience. We are heading there tomorrow with our 4 year old (staying at Zebra and then on to Hard Rock) and my parents are worried about recent travel warnings to Mexico for Americans, but I looked up their info and Maya Riviera is low risk. Posada Punta Piedra will provide the most restaurant options within a short walking distance. This boutique hotel offers one of the best Beach Chic experiences in Tulum. Grab one and youre into town in 15 minutes. Its ocean front suites offer stellar views, breezy spaces, and hammocks on the terraces, though there is no air conditioning and no TV in any of the accommodations. Thanks for your great info! Do you know anything about this place? Just be sure to book beach side rooms, not jungle side (which means across the main road from the beach) as they are not good value. Very helpful as I am planning a mid- March trip to Tulum. Two it is further away from the other hotels and restaurants along the beach. Do you have any insight about Ahua and Nomade? The best locations along the beach are pretty much all hotels. For most, those arent deal breakers but, something to know ahead of time. Each room offers a private furnished terrace that overlooks the jungle or the beach. Purified water is standard for life in Tulum so you shouldnt have a problem. Punta Piedra Beach Posada (need to risk no AC) Royal Double Room Oceanfront BeTulum is also adult only & gay friendly but more modern and fancy than Villa Pescadores. There are lots of places around town to rent bikes so if you are worried about the heat, wait to decide until you are in Tulum. Deciding where to stay in Tulum comes down to choosing between the beach and the town. Staying in town youll almost certainly spend less money. There is a gorgeous sandy beach about 5 minutes away at their sister property Mezzanine, though that hotel does not have private pools either. Hotel website Check prices for Cabaas La Luna, Family-friendly, luxury hotel in the Pueblo (downtown) offering studios and 1- to 3- bedroom suites sleeping up to 8, all with stocked kitchenettes and outdoor showers, some with outdoor bathtubs. Yes, you are able to use the beach next door. The hotel itself runs off self-generated solar and wind power, and a rain catch system. We like physical adventures and biking. I liked the relaxed feel of Akumal, but shes a New Yorker and needs a bit more to do so were Tulum bound! Thanks for your help. Go with Mi Amor. Thanks for all the infoI was wondering about celebrating New Years Eve in Tulum. Casa Jaguar and Gitanos are very close but Papaya Playa is further away. Id look at Alaya (very nice) and Playa Mambo (the cabanas back from the beach are pretty cheap for Tulum). My boyfriend doesnt drink, but we still debated an all-inclusive for the included food aspect. Thanks in advance for any advice! Is the area still under construction? I hope you are still answering questions- because this site has been the most helpful I have found! I wouldnt worry about the shutdowns that have occurred. Azulik is a grown up tree house that you have to see to believe. Rains are usually short lived and the sun pops out again in a few hours. Casa Jaguar similar to Gitano with a cool jungley vibe. My fiancee and I will be traveling to Tulum for our honeymoon the first week of June and are considering staying at either Coco Tulum or Nomade. The open cenotes like Zacil Ha will probably close during a thunderstorm. Some of these celebrities include Reese Witherspoon, Demi Moore, and even Leonardo di Caprio. Weather looks like it will be humid, but less rainfall than other months. Any recommendations. If you have booked that, I would stick with it. It is along a long stretch of beach that gives you the opportunity to take great, long walks. We currently have a refundable room booked at Ana Y Jose as a backup plan but there seem to be so many great options. I saw one called Diamante K online and found a beachfront room for 140 a night with private bathroom, 2 beds. Hotel website Check prices for Mi Amor, Romantic hotel with 8 spacious rooms, all with king-sized canopy beds and private terraces with hammocks. Plus, if you arent staying in Coco Limited, its still worth stopping by for a day and enjoying their excellent beach club. I just asked my son what he preferred and got a long answer about how much better it is staying at the beach. Both are nice hotels with good beach locations. Papaya Playa Project is about .25 miles down the road and offers it all. For really great playa and sea spend some time at the beach at the ruins down the road. The resort has cabanas and huts that overlook the awe-inspiring Caribbean Sea and the pristine white sand beach ahead of them. Thanks for the information, Dave. Looking at the villas at Nomade, Ahua, Coco and Tata. Do you prefer the Zebra hotel or El Pez? There are lounge cushions right on the sand with your choice of shade or sun. While the affected hotels are dealing with it, life in Tulum is back to normal for everyone else. It is still only 2 miles to the beach and right along the bike path so it is quick and easy to get there. The beach area is nice however, similar to Mezzanine, it is rocky and if you want to spend time in the water you will need to take a little walk down the beach zone. Ahaus location in the middle of the hotel zone also perfectly places you within walking distance of some of Tulums best restaurants, bars, and beaches. Amstar is the tour group that picks up at Dreams around 8:30/9:00. Having a great view of the Caribbean Sea from your hotel room or villa often comes at a price. Nueva Vida is an eco-chic property designed in the rustic style that made Tulum famous. Im currently in Tulum and the sea weed problem is worse at the PPP end. The hotel evictions is a very complicated situation that as outsiders, I think it is almost impossible for us to totally understand. Thank you!! No problem, Nomade has two restaurants where you can enjoy the best of the local Mexican and international cuisine. Food and drinks are outstanding, the yoga and wellness programs are extensive, and the staff is caring. La Zebra is on the main stretch of beach and has several great restaurants nearby (though not just out the door like Punta Piedra) and these include some very good ones. 1) When the Grand Oasis Tulum is full it can feel a little crowded but in May that shouldnt be a problem for you. They also host huge parties every Saturday night. My mom is usually more of the luxury travel type, but is happy just to have a nice beach, a clean (and air-conditioned) room and nice people working at the hotel. Jane Heard. Splitting your time between two hotels will give you the chance to see different perspectives and elements of Tulum. Jashita and Ahau. Sanara Thanks again, so helpful! Im looking for a luxury wellness hotel and wanted you opinion on Sanara or if you have other suggestions. 4. There really arent any hotels that are more or less gay-friendly than others. Clara recently visited and especially liked the pool and the huge, immaculately clean, rooms. Their rooms are simple but well designed and comfortable. They have great breakfast and still maintain the rustic charm Tulum is so well known for. Also, it doesnt have AC. Any recommendations? Not really. Or is there a better option for us? Zamas). Whether youre planning a family vacation, romantic getaway, or a fun escape with friends, youre guaranteed to have a good time here. Coco Tulum or Nomade? By expensive I mean U.S. prices. This post is our running list of the best Tulum hotels, with options for every budget and style of travel. In town, people (especially all of the taxis) drive erratically and fast but with a little defensive driving, you wont have a problem. Also, besides for Restaurare would you have any recommendations for vegetarian food? Have you heard any more about Chiringuito since its opening? I have read that Mezzanine is not close to town. The nearby hotels also have wonderful restaurants and beachside bars, there is a very long stretch where you can walk for well over a mile totally uninterrupted. Staying in town is fun, so yeah, I wouldnt shy away from Aqua Viva. Theres also a nightclub, restaurant, and private beach area. If not, consider an alternative accommodation option. Great location for walking to a wide range of restaurants along the beach road (a few on the beach too). They looked beautiful and unique, and I was able to get a Sky Villa, looking out over the ocean. Coco Village is essentially a hotel for digital nomads in Tulum. They have little swing chairs overlooking the beach and great cocktails. There is often afternoon music along the beachside restaurant and on the weekends they throw the best parties in Tulum. Ana y Jose is nice and a little more of the rustic Tulum vibe but with AC. Our ultimate dream would be to stay at the BE or Casa Malca but prices dont seem to be dropping below $500 night and Im more comfortable paying $300 or less. So Im looking for a place that has decent enough wifi to get that done, while having beach access to give me something to do if he does get sucked into some amount of work. None of the hotels on the beach are walking distance to town. Which do you recommend??? There is also a kiosk on the beach (Servicios Turisticos) that arranges fishing and snorkeling tours. Most of town will be low key in September. 2. Ahau looks as nice as far as the rooms but closer in town but may not be as private. You will be blown away with how beautiful the hotel and beach are. We also want to be able to relax but also enjoy different amenities and activities. THANK YOU! So, for this year, if we go to Tulum, we need to stay at a nice place that has a private rooftop with a pool so that we can watch the sunset. Happy to be on a small Cove. Im pretty used to humidity and think the ocean breezes will feel great, but wondered if staying there might be challenging. Some of my top choices are Jashita, Papaya Playa Project, Coral Tulum, and Mezzanine. Grace. Hello Dave, Im open to other suggestions as I know you always have great ones. Will be making first trip to Tulum this month and wondering if you can suggest simple hotel downtown with pool and kitchenette (we have a child in tow). The heat wont be bad in April but with the humidity, the AC is nice at night no matter what time of year. There are a number of great vegetarian restaurants in Tulum. Fortunately, youve now got help! Hi Dave, It may still take a little time for the hotel to really get up and running for you to have the luxury experience you want. No beach right there but its a short walk away. Its the area for live music at Mateos and Puro Carazon (though it never gets crazy, so no need to worry there). I will be traveling to Tulum with my boyfriend after 5 days in Cuba, and 3 nights at an all inclusive resort south of Cancun for his brothers wedding. If you are looking for something closer to town, go to Gran Cenote. Papaya Playa is a fantastic spot. Thank you in advance. Ive quite literally created a career out of visiting and comparing the best hotels and attractions around the world. Scams do happen from time to time so just pay attention to the little things. Christina. We were also looking at Suenos. A home cooked breakfast is offered in their small community dining area every morning and it is the type of place where you will get to know your fellow guests. Hello Dave, The terrace overlooks the lush jungle and ocean and is a great place to unwind with yoga and meditation sessions. Any thoughts? Were going in late March. Aqua Viva has given us a good rate. I thought about El Pez, Ana Y Jose, Nomade, My Way, Ahau, etc etc etc (there are just so many). Lauren. Tulum has grown a lot over the past few years but you can definitely still enjoy a quiet, relaxing vacation. We would like to stay on the beach within walking distance of Akiin Beach Club. Hotel phone: +52 984 803 2243 My wife and I will be in Tulum from June 8th June 15th and I currently have a reservation at Viento de Mar in the Ocean Front Suite (the big one), however were also considering La Zebra at the Sea View Plunge pool or Balcony, as well as possibly the Maria del Mar (I just found out it existed). Hey man awesome compilation! How easy is it to get on shuttle or taxi? Good luck. Thanks in advance and awesome site with so much info! We will be staying there starting March 16th. My fianc and I are planning to honeymoon in Tulum, this will be our first time. The sun deck is a beautiful place to experience the sunrise. Bahia Grand Principe Grand Coba is an all-inclusive resort near Tulum. Luxury tents, suites, and villas fuse boho style with modern perks, including air conditioning in all units (even the tents), private pools, and outdoor showers. Many Tulum hotels try to clear it in the mornings, but at times it just becomes too much for even the most well resourced resorts to handle. At Punta Piedra youre at a small beach cove. But Nomade is the nicer newer hotel. Hotel website Check prices for Cabaas Tulum, Beautiful, beachfront boutique hotel with airy, light-filled beach cabanas/apartments, villas and suites having wooden floors, floor-to-ceiling windows with bi-folding doors and terraces. Allfamily-friendly,open-plan suites are designed for up to 4 with a king-sized bed and a double twin trundle bed, a dual shower, and dual vanities; many suites include private plunge pools. Were looking to be pampered and have an overall relaxing trip with great food and drinks. Thanks! Amansala is very focused on yoga and if youre not in that scene it can be a bit of a turn off. There are lots of other hotels along the beach that are great but, a Sky Villa at Azulik is going to offer some of the best breezes and, the hotel is awesome. Let me know if you know anything about TATA! PavoReal beach resort what are your honest thoughts? The Beach Tulum waiting to hear back The newest guesthouse, the Casa Palapa (aptly named after the huge palapa that serves as a great wedding venue) is beautifully done and offers multiple guest suites for the wedding party or family. The rooms are apartment-style, with large kitchens, washers and dryers, fast WiFi, terraces, and all the practical necessities that you might need for a longer stay. Be careful. Based on the above, what places can you recommend us to stay? Papaya Playa is closer to town but a little further from other beach restaurants/bars. Tulum is one of the most exciting places to visit in the Mexican Caribbean and is filled with historical sites and a ton of things to do. For breakfast, the best Mexican breakfast (tacos, tortas) is Taqueria Honorio in town (1 block east of the Scotia bank). The Ocean room is really extraordinary with the private rooftop patio and pool but you cant go wrong with the Arena or Jungle rooms too. We mostly just want to relax and eat the delicious food! But if you have the cash this one of the luxury hotels in Tulum that is worth the splurge. You can also grab a bike from the resort and explore the surrounding areas. It is a fine hotel (good but not great, nice pool, great beach) but its not on the main Tulum beach area or in town, so its fairly isolated and nothing much within walking distance. We are in our 40s turning 50 (birthday) but still like to dance and have a cocktail. I hesitate between Coco Tulum and Rosa del Viento, do you know anything that could help in my decision? Maya Tulum is great for a relaxing, holistic getaway. The rooms at Alma are also very well designed and romantic. Here is the Airbnb link. The reviews are good, but wanted to get your take. Do you know if this is true? Im planning a trip with my boyfriend to visit Tulum for the first time in February. The bar staff frequently checks in on everyone along the beach so you dont even have to get up to have a great cocktail or a snack oceanside. Consider that a VICE documentary recently exposed that many Tulum hotels dump their wastewater right into the Tulum aquifer. Hotel phone: +521 984 132 6215 Biking is great too. Thank you so much for your response! (Youll just be more comfortable at night with that AC which is not a bad thing.) Dining is exceptional at their onsite restaurant and bar and at their sister restaurant N across the street (they share the restaurant with La Valise). Hotel website Check prices for Sueos, Adults-only, boutique hotel with an amazing Mexican-Mediterranean fusion restaurant, beach club, a pampering spa, and daily yoga. Across the street is Tunich, they have the best breakfast in Tulum. Would you recommend to use bus / cab for traveling between these locations? Before you start looking for a resort to book your next vacation in Tulum, here are a few things to consider: Its worth noting that a few resorts, usually all-inclusive ones, have Tulum in their name. It is also low season so youll avoid a lot of the crowds and you can get a good deal on your hotel. From Punta Piedra its a much shorter bike ride into Tulum Town (for some cheap outstanding food) and its bike path almost all the way, which is nice. This option is pricier but might be worth it for the unusual accommodations and experience. If youre booking last minute, its probably full, but if you can snag a room, youre in for a treat. La Zebra has a fun atmosphere without being over the top party focused. Thanks! The weather in March is ideal. Hi MexicoDave, The photos I have seen online look like there is just SO much seaweed on that part of the beach. Both El Pez & Mi Amor have availability. If you take a taxi then Dos Ojos is another good one. The beach there is in a little cove with a rocky outcrop at each end. Any advice on cash vs credit? The rooms are also set up almost like a condo (while not attached, they share the back pool and open into the same area which is nice when traveling with a larger party. It seems we are already very behind the curve on booking a room. Both look great. Both are great hotels without a large difference in quality but I would not recommend a jungle room (at any hotel). Good local food and many great cenotes within a bike ride of downtown. If you want to be right in the beach party zone, then stay at the Dune Boutique Hotel. The Beach seems nice as well. Sueos is a smaller beach hotel, and theres no beach club or public restaurant, so its a good choice if youre looking for a private experience but dont want to give up a prime location. Still, not a problem as taxis are abundant and it is a quick 10 minute ride. Has been very helpful in planning our trip to Tulum only 1 week away! La Zebra is level with the beach which allows you to step right out your door to the sand. All rooms include AC, free wifi, dual vanities, and dual showers, and a terrace or deck, while ground floor and penthouse rooms all include private, heated, plunge pools. There are so many options its hard to pick without recommendations. Azucar is not a Tulum hotel weve checked out yet. If we stayed at Nomade would it be easy to walk along the beach at night to eat at The Real Coconut restaurant?
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