Some of the smaller restaurants may use tap water to wash their vegetables so keep it in mind as you are making decisions on where or what to eat (personally I eat everywhere and never think twice). Nomade is more trendy and boutique. The beach here is one of the best in Tulum: sandy, swimmable, and protected by a reef, which makes for gentle waves. While it would be nice to have some restaurants / bars in walking distance, the accommodations themselves are more important. Thanks for your input! Prices, reviews & availability for Posada Luna Del Sur . I am overwhelmed with so many good options. I am so torn between the amazing beach Eco lodging vs the more authentic feel of the town. If you have any thoughts on the following it would be great: 1. Both of those have a more modern style. We are going to Tulum in the first week of march (very excited!!) Susan. A beautiful oasis where you can fully relax in your rooftop jacuzzi while listening to the sounds of crashing waves on the nearby private beach. Whats the best beach or place to do snorkeling? It is a little farther from town but still close to restaurants on the beach zone and a quick taxi ride into town. Coco has far more nearby it than Nomade which is a little isolated (or pleasantly secluded, depending on your outlook). Hey dave! Its the area for live music at Mateos and Puro Carazon (though it never gets crazy, so no need to worry there). Hotel website Check prices for Bardo, Hotels on Map: Jashita O Tulum Bardo Una Vida Coco Hacienda Hotel Tiki Tiki Naay Mezzanine Mi Amor El Pez Tago Coco Tulum Dune Cabaas La Luna The Beach Tulum Cabaas Tulum Ahau La Zebra Alaya Sueos Encantada La Valise Be Tulum Nmade Casa Malca, Hi Dave, some great info here. Taxis are better at night when its dark (the beach road is not well lit).
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Its a highly rated hotel in Tulum. I just used them again last week and theyre good. The hotel has a very good pizzeria (Juanita Diavola) out on the main road and there are bikes for rent too. Your site is fantastic. They are also a good option if you need a little break from Mexican food as their menu includes some American bar food (burgers, fries, kabobs, etc). Lastly, is local transportation generally a safe option? Tulum is small enough that regardless, taxis are cheap should you want to get around to other areas or better yet, rent a bike. Hotel phone: +1 305 999 1540 Its a cool atmosphere with a fun scene tucked into the jungle unlike anything most of us have experienced. I recommend against renting a car unless you have a very active itinerary with lots of driving and day trips. After spending a few hours relaxing and healing, you can head over to Gramercys vibrant beach, where youre guaranteed to have a good time. Our flights are booked (4 of us me, wife, son, age 9, daughter, age 12). Taxis are everywhere and easy to get even at night. 2. Ana y Jose is great. But in town you could probably get away with showing up and walking from hotel to hotel. It is a great event and attended by lots of visitors but (obviously) lots of local residents (mostly ex-pats) too. My recollection is it of a sleepy yoga-type town so worried there will not be any fun parties for New Years Eve. On the other 2 days (Monday and Friday) the music is next door at Mateos. Hip Hotel is another one with a great beach, low key and good location. Be aware of your surroundings and discerning on where you go after dark. A few that are sure to have a great event are: First and foremost Papaya Playa Project they already host great parties every Saturday night so you can count on them to have an awesome event for New Years Eve. Feeling hungry? The resort also serves up delicious international cuisine and offers yoga lessons and sunrise meditation daily. They are on one of the best stretches of beach as well.
4. Along with the great beach for you, Ana y Jose is one of a small number of hotels along the beach zone that have more than small plunge pools for each room. Purified water is standard for life in Tulum so you shouldnt have a problem. I love all your helpful responses and all the work and attention you put in to them. Wanted to check with you before I make final decision. Also can you recommend best cenotes and ocean snorkeling around Tulum? Therell be boats and fisherman there and some take tourists out for tours. Thank you for supporting our work by using our affiliate links to book! Our goal is to bring you the best authentic, honest, and unbiased hotel recommendations on the web with real candid photos! Can I still go in the cenotes? Of the three, Maria del Mar is the most luxurious by far. My husband and I will be staying at Mezzanine for 7 days. Tulum has grown a lot over the past few years but you can definitely still enjoy a quiet, relaxing vacation. Where to convert dollars to pesos? However, Mezzanine has a slightly more luxe feel and the privacy of the beach is appealing. We are looking for a beautiful beach and ambiance for the family to have a fun time. With these two concerns, overall, is there a better pick? We are going March 20 March 26. Also, any recommendation on a good place to get married and have the dinner & party for a smaller group of people!? Also, do you have a favourite hotel in town and on the beach (a beach hotel whose cost wont break the bank)? 3) You can pay for most things in USD however youll get a better price if you pay in pesos. If you do, youll be able to save on accommodation, even at all-inclusive resorts. They also have a variety of room styles and rates. There are several restaurants within a short walk (both on the beach and on the beach road). Dave, do you know anything about Hip Hotel? Easy walk or bike to several good restaurants. Zamas is great but its true, the beach isnt ideal. Coral is very nice but doesnt have the same fun atmosphere of Papaya Playa. Youll find a spectacular pool and bar on the rooftop, plus a fashionable coffee shop and market in the front. It is a good choice Tulum hotel if youre looking to enjoy Tulums nightlife while still having a peaceful retreat to go back to. However, the orientation of the rooms, and mosquito netting are ideal to sleep with the windows open, allowing the cool breeze and sound of the ocean. Posada Luna del Sur What a fantastic website! Need more than a coffee maker and microwave. Or, should this be something done online and planned in advance? Guests would be staying 3-5 days. Hi Dave! Most places will take US$ but youll pay less if you pay in pesos. Just get there early because it gets hot. What are the best way to go to town? Cleaner? Thank you in advance. Las Tres Palmas is also budget it has some nice family rooms with separate sleeping areas, small kitchens, no pool. With just a little more effort, though, you can have an amazing and still very safe vacation in Tulum or Playa del Carmen, by booking a non-inclusive hotel and planning a more personalized trip. (If youre morning people, the sunrises are awesome.) That is when I came across Nomad Tulum and there are no reviews about the hotel. Facilities and amenities include a gorgeous pool, in-room yoga and massage, free bicycles, and a cozy breakfast and lunch restaurant. I recommend doing a little planning for your off-site excursions before you go. Small mini fridges, excellent restaurant options, and AC should it get muggy when there. Thanks! Amy. Quick questions: The pool has several areas connected by mini rivers, The hammocks on the dock are a great place to chill, Clara says you can just melt into the beds at Coco Hacienda Tulum, The rooftop pool at Naala is one of the best in town, Clara enjoying the bean bag chair in our suite, There is a second plunge pool with these floating bean bags. Has a Latin American restaurant, outdoor eco gym, yoga lessons, kitesurfing and paddle surfing. And Hip Hotel? 3. What I have found works best is to pick up a tour group at Dreams Tulum. You state you recommend booking hotel rooms on booking.com. Curious about the following questions: Having a great view of the Caribbean Sea from your hotel room or villa often comes at a price. I am confused over which hotel to go for We want AC, definitely, if possible working well, nice beach, wifi, and comfortable rooms. Did we make a pretty good choice? They also have bikes to rent to make it easier to explore more of town. We actually ended up moving our trip to the next week and just booked a room at Posada Punta Piedra! El Pez has a better location for restaurants, bars, and live music. Hey Dave. Also do you know how close Coral Tulum is to the beach road? If youre looking for one of the best all-inclusive resorts in Tulum, with a bit of a twist, look no further than the Kimpton Aluna. Hi dave! El Pez more like a beach cabin (but still very nice). 2. There is a really nice bar at the hotel itself and its close to the grocery store where you can pick up some snacks or beverages too. The Riviera Maya, which includes Cancun, Tulum, and Playa del Carmen are all safe areas for travelers, with Tulum having the lowest crime rates of the 3 areas. Playa is more cosmopolitan, with plenty of shopping, dining, and nightlife, plus snorkeling Del Cielo, day trips to Cozumel, or sunset tastings with the Tequila Academy. La Zebra) but have plenty of cash. Rooms are minimalistic yet elegant, and all include a private jacuzzi or plunge pool. The site is great and appreciate all the helpful information. The Beach Tulum has large private outdoor spaces, which does look appealing. Mezannine is more nightclub-ish and La Zebra is known for its Sunday night Salsa Lessons and dancing. Private dinners and tequila and mezcal tastings are available on request. Its located in the La Veleta neighborhood of the Tulum city center, but the lush green gardens and two expansive pools make it feel like its own private jungle retreat. Love this blog! Check prices, reviews & availability for Nerea Tulum , Hotel Website | Hotel phone: +52 1 984 130 9318 | $$ | Check Prices for Coco Hacienda on Booking. 2. Also walkable but could be too far for some. Or would you advise to rent a car and enjoy day trips around Tulum? The rooms are built in a half-oval shape facing into the pool so there isnt a lot of privacy. Can you let me know your thoughts on these two places, is one nicer than the other? Tulum is walkable in the beach zone and the Pueblo (downtown); most people use bicycles for longer distances in the day time or take taxis at night, since the beach zone doesnt have street lights. Corazon de Jade is a new hotel in town that is very nice, more affordable than the options on the beach, and has a great location close to restaurants and shops of town. Palms has a central location thats an easy walk to grocery store and lots of restaurants (many of them cheap and delicious). Looks like it will be raining several days while we are in Tulum. To minimize your ecological impact, stay at one of Sueos Tulums 13 beachfront suites. The spacious rooms, the friendly service, and the included breakfast all make this one of the most highly rated hotels in Tulum. What would you recommend? Are Posada del Sol and Punta Piedra both close to good beach locations? Hotel phone: +52 984 231 1241 Finally a great website with helpful tips on Tulum. Bike is the best way to get into town through the day. But I still want to be able to bike to town and/or walk to nearby hotels for lunch/dinner and drinks.
Any suggestions would be good dont really want to spend more than 200 per night Thanks! Thanks for the restaurant recommendations and the prompt reply! It only has a few rooms so its the perfect place to relax and chill all you want without being conscious of other hotel guests. I am coming in late February and considering staying at CoCo Tulum. We are going in early November and have it narrowed down to three hotels (ocean-facing room): Coral Tulum, Ahau, Alaya. I cant speak to what is inside, but LUV does seem to get good reviews! Apartments add small kitchens. The staff there make you feel like royalty and take incredible care of you to have a great time and totally relax while you are there. The problem of the sea weed does vary day to day, yesterday for example was perfect, little or no sea weed. Ann. Perks include 24-hour air conditioning, free bikes, free yoga, live music nightly, and tequila, mezcal, and wine tastings throughout the week. My fiance and I are traveling to Tulum at the end of January. If we stayed at Nomade would it be easy to walk along the beach at night to eat at The Real Coconut restaurant? They have incredible parties every weekend with great music, dancing, etc. We have been scoping out private, quiet, romantic hotels with sea views in the $300-350/night price range, and are really torn between The Beach Tulum and Mezzanine. We update it regularly! Hello Dave. Thank you so much for all of this information. The best beach is north of Mezzanine hotel and south of La Zebra. I have read that Mezzanine is not close to town. Great beach, food, nightlife, local vibe, and wonderful nearby sights. All are about the same level of quality with perhaps Amansala the nicest. Me and my fiance are looking for lots of relaxation and some fun. Book very early for the best hotels on the Tulum beach. You mentioned in the previous posts that beach in the South is very good. BeTulum is adult only so dont worry about them. Overall, Hotelito Azul does a truly fantastic job of packing everything youd possibly need for a relaxing beach vacation in Tulum. My fiance and I are planning a 5 day honeymoon to Riviera Maya. Very nice boutique hotel. 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. I just asked my son what he preferred and got a long answer about how much better it is staying at the beach. Or do you have an alternate recommendation? I like the beach at Alaya a little better but its more suited to people with a yoga interest. Hotelito Azul offers a prime location on the beach with super spacious suites and villas. Good location with several restaurants within walking distance. You cant go wrong with either but La Zebra wins for convenience. A lot of your hotels recommended are not avail in next 2 weeks.
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. Im booking last minute, its Sunday and I will be leaving Tuesday. Thanks for any of your help! So wed love if we could find something good in the $150 $300 / night range. It searches dozens of different websites looking for the best deal and it usually finds the best prices. Tulum gets busy through that time of year so yeah, sometimes you have to take whatever you can find, but with Maya I would not consider it a huge compromise.
Anytime you use a taxi in Mexico ask them for the price before beginning the trip. 1. On their menu, youll find a variety of smoothies and detox juices, as well as gluten-free and vegan options. My Way a little more rustic and smaller about a third the number of rooms. If youre looking to pamper yourself, be sure to head over to Nomades luxurious spa to enjoy a range of treatments. The rooms feature nice balconies and comfortable hammocks. Would those be closed off, or is it dangerous? Have you heard any more about Chiringuito since its opening? Most of these hotels are walking distance to several restaurants and biking distance to town. Tracy Flanigan.
Villa Pescadores has a very low-key, relaxing atmosphere. My wife and I are going to Tulum the week before Christmas, we are looking for a place on the beach with a pool. We will also need to get to Cancun airport Monday morning. Has been very helpful in planning our trip to Tulum only 1 week away! High season is January, February, July, August, and late December, when its even more important to find hotels early. We were looking at Villa Pescadores.
You could honestly have an excellent trip without ever leaving the hotel grounds! Theres also a nightclub, restaurant, and private beach area. Will we be disappointed with one in comparison? Thank you! Regards Torgeir Baadsvik. Puro Corazon offers a nice middle ground from the quick, casual restaurants in town and the more common, expensive beach restaurants. Any thoughts? Noelle. It is a totally unique experience. THANK YOU! Azulik is a unique, adults only hotel but has limited on-site amenities. LiveTulum is a nice hotel with a great location for checking out the restaurant scene in Tulum town. These are all about 20 to 25 minutes drive or 15 minutes by bicycle from Akiin. There are two elements that some people dislike while others dont mind. Do you have any suggestions/thoughts on which resort will be better? This is far and away the nicest hotel along this section of the beach and as such, feels a little out of place. Dave, love your recommendations!
Hi Dave, Very nice small rustic/boutique hotel with 9 units. Even though its pretty good at Ana y Jose sometimes you need to go to the restaurant to get a strong signal. Zamas is great but youre right, the location does make it less than ideal for beach swimming. How would you rank the ones below? Each suite includes a king-sized bed and sofa bed, AC, wifi, a huge shower, TV (this is the only hotel in the Tulum beach zone with TVs), and a private plunge pool, rather than a shared pool area for all guests. Love your blog by the way the photos have been so helpful for us to imagine our holiday. If youre looking for one of the best resorts in Tulum for families, then you need not look further than the Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa. It is going to be toasty next week so if you dont have a room with AC, definitely upgrade to an ocean front room to capitalize on the ocean breeze to help cool you off at night. As with many of the eco-friendly hotels on the beach, this hotel does not have A/C. We are a family of 4 looking to stay at Hip Hotel. Hi Dave, The main highlight is the hotels rooftop, which boasts an infinity pool, kids pool, infinity jacuzzi, and an outstanding bar and restaurant with sunset views over the jungle. Theyre right beside each other and the beach is great here. You can relax at the outdoor pool or treat yourself to a pampering experience at the wellness center and spa. Sandy and not rocky. Small kitchens and/or a fridge are more common in town so you can save a little on breakfast at the very least. Amazing food and drinks, a small spa, and friendly, attentive service round out the experience here. When evening falls, the terrace becomes a different place with DJs pumping dance music and drinks flowing. Marco. Has a boutique hippy feel. The tables are all set into a small hill on the beach and booth style to give everyone at the table great views of the beach. What are some of the best restaurants close to here? Its also right across the street from the ocean so you can walk over and enjoy a snack at the restaurant right across the street with an awesome ocean view. Youll love the complimentary breakfast and the gorgeous rooftop lounge area. Coco is a big hotel by Tulum standards but still has a great vibe. Its great to be on the beach and the seaweed problem has improved a lot in the last few months (though there are still bad spots that can come and go). It has a lot of the rustic cabana style charm but they have done a great job making the rooms, and entire property feel very luxurious at the same time. Out of the three which one would you go for? My husband and I are preparing for a trip to Tulum over Christmas this year. At the eco resorts in the hotel strip it seems all thats left are garden view at Amansala, Playa Mambo, and Coco Tulum. Walking between Nomade and Sanara is short and easy. From El Pez walk south and the beach opens up. Must book out 80% of the hotel for weddings. Thanks, Jenny. No problem, Nomade has two restaurants where you can enjoy the best of the local Mexican and international cuisine. After reading more reviews, Im worried Amansala will be full of too many groups and people on yoga retreats. But, if you want a romantic, secluded trip all to yourselves, go with Jashita. Alaya is very nice. Just wondering if its worth the bike rental and 30 minute bike ride or just hop in a taxi? Ahau Tulum is probably the best hotel in that area. Thank you for taking the time to do what you do. Recs for best options for AC hotels for a group of 4 of us (not above $300)? 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 phone: +52 984 803 2243 What really makes this one of the top hotels is El Paraisos location directly on the main beach so you can enjoy a peaceful sunrise view before the locals come flocking in. Also where would you recommend for snorkeling? Still, not a problem as taxis are abundant and it is a quick 10 minute ride. 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). Definitely going to check out a lot of those restaurants! The rooms have fans, hammocks, and are well cross-ventilated by the ocean breeze! (Down some stairs and off to the side of the hotel.) One other option that is really beautiful is BeTulum. Scams do happen from time to time so just pay attention to the little things.
