We have created a list with the best small luxury hotels in Tulum, Mexico. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated January 2024.
Set in Tulum, a few steps from South Tulum Beach, Umi Tulum offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. 11 km from Tulum Archeological Site and 4.2 km from Parque Nacional Tulum, the property features a bar and a private beach area. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. All units in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, some units at Umi Tulum also have a sea view. All guest rooms at the accommodation feature air conditioning and a desk. An American breakfast is available every morning at Umi Tulum. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Mexican cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. Sian Ka´an Biosphere Reserve is 6.6 km from Umi Tulum, while Tulum Bus station is 9.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tulum International Airport, 45 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Highly elegant. Relaxing atmosphere. Rooftop bar. Located on a white-sand beach just 10 km from Tulum, Jashita Hotel offers 3 outdoor pools, a bar-restaurant, suites with private plunge pools and a luxurious Penthouse with a sea-view terrace. All the air-conditioned accommodation at Jashita Hotel offers garden or sea views, fine Italian bed linen, cable TV and an iPod dock. Bathrooms include deluxe toiletries and a hairdryer. The hotel's Pandano Restaurant serves local and international dishes. Staff at the Jashita can also arrange beachfront yoga sessions, snorkelling or scuba diving with a personal instructor. Free Wi-Fi is also available. The beautiful Mayan ruins of Tulum are just 10 km from Jashita Hotel. Dos Ojos Cenote is only 5 km away, while Xel-Ha Ecological Park is 9 km away. You can drive to Cancún Airport in less than 90 minutes.Show full description
This might be one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Tulum.
Elegant. Superb breakfast. Great location. This hotel is located on one of the nicest beaches in Tulum, Mexico. The hotel offers a secluded location, guest rooms with free WiFi, an on-site restaurant and the Ziggy's Beach Club. Rooms at Cabanas Tulum include hammocks on the private terrace. Some rooms are located directly on the beach. Some rooms feature a private rooftop terrace with hot tub. Fresco's offers international cuisine and has children menu. Hotel guests can enjoy the beach club amenities, as well as cocktails and beers. The bilingual staff at Cabanas Tulum can arrange tours to nearby eco-friendly attractions like Sian Ka'an, a natural biosphere, or tours to sightseeing the cenotes, the natural underground pools, or travel to the archaeological sites nearby including Cobá, Chichen Itza and Ek Balam. Cabanas Tulum has Naj Naay Spa onsite. All hotel guests are invited to try our humid areas, treatments are optional. Our guests minimum age is 14 years.Show full description
Unique. Great breakfast. Great views. Popular among women. Tulum's best Boutique Hotel, the two-wing property offers the best of the tropics, spanning eleven beachside accommodations and eleven jungle-side suites across the street. – La Valise is the perfect beach and jungle getaway with its beautiful rooms and stunning beachfront views it makes for the most picturesque stay on the beach in Tulum. Heated infinity pool overlooking the jungle on one end and breathtaking views of the Caribbean ocean on the other side. Beds directly on the beach for lounging in the day or laying beneath the stars at night. All rooms have handcrafted furnishings, free Wi-Fi, safes, and tea and coffee making facilities. Rustic jungle bungalows have open-air showers, and terraces with jungle views. Airy seafront rooms include en-suite bathrooms and hammocks. Room service is available and daily breakfast is included for all guests.Show full description
La Valise Tulum is a luxurious boutique hotel in the best possible location, the access to the beach is only a few steps from the hotel lobby. Beautiful rooms and amazing views make you feel connected to nature. Perfect settings for a romantic stay!
Comfortable beds. Rooftop bar.Opened January 2021. Layla Tulum - Adults Only has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Tulum. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a concierge service and free WiFi. The property is 3.9 km from Tulum Archeological Site, and within less than 1 km of the city centre. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a patio and a private bathroom with a shower. At Layla Tulum - Adults Only rooms include bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. At Layla Tulum - Adults Only you will find a restaurant serving American, Middle Eastern and Moroccan cuisine. A vegan option can also be requested. Tulum Bus station is less than 1 km from the hotel, while Bus station Tulum Ruins is 3.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tulum International, 38 km from Layla Tulum - Adults Only, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Absolutely gorgeous and funky hotel with exceptional design and breathtaking rooftop. Small and intimate, but with a great aesthetic. Spacious rooms, beautiful bath space, and huge comfy beds.
Opened March 2023. Situated in Tulum, 200 metres from South Tulum Beach, Hotel Shibari - Restaurant & Cenote Club features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Hotel Shibari - Restaurant & Cenote Club rooms come with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast. Hotel Shibari - Restaurant & Cenote Club offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub and terrace. Tulum Archeological Site is 10 km from the hotel, while Parque Nacional Tulum is 3.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tulum International Airport, 44 km from Hotel Shibari - Restaurant & Cenote Club.Show full description
Charming. Beautiful. Great interior design. Popular among couples. Conveniently set in Tulum, Hotel Bardo - Adults Only provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. Among the various facilities are free bikes, a garden, as well as a shared lounge. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and pool views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a wardrobe, bed linen and a terrace with a garden view. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All units include a safety deposit box. Guests at Hotel Bardo - Adults Only can enjoy an American breakfast. Tulum Archeological Site is 5.5 km from the accommodation, while Tulum Bus station is 1.3 km away. The nearest airport is Tulum International, 37 km from Hotel Bardo - Adults Only, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Perfect location for a photoshoot, relaxation, and romantic getaway! Very beautiful area and stylish rooms with a private pool and hammock. They offer free bikes to use which is great. This place is WOW!
Delightful property. Historic property. Great views.Opened November 2021. Situated in Tulum, 9.1 km from Tulum Archeological Site, Wakax Hacienda - Cenote & Boutique Hotel features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has a hot tub and a business centre. At the hotel, the rooms come with a wardrobe. Rooms include a safety deposit box, while some rooms also boast a balcony and others also feature lake views. At Wakax Hacienda - Cenote & Boutique Hotel the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Mexican and international cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. Guests at Wakax Hacienda - Cenote & Boutique Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Tulum, like hiking, snorkelling and canoeing. Bus station Tulum Ruins is 8.3 km from the hotel, while Xel Ha is 9.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tulum International, 49 km from Wakax Hacienda - Cenote & Boutique Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I would describe this as the most beautiful, historic and unique small luxury hotel in Tulum. Soooo nice!
Romantic. Relaxing atmosphere. Nice interior design. Popular among couples.Opened March 2022. Located in Tulum, 16 km from Tulum Archeological Site, The Yellow Nest Tulum provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. Guests can enjoy garden views. The hotel features certain rooms that include a terrace, and every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. At The Yellow Nest Tulum the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an American breakfast. At The Yellow Nest Tulum you will find a restaurant serving American and Mexican cuisine. Vegetarian and vegan options can also be requested. Cenote Dos Ojos is 2.9 km from the hotel, while Xel Ha is 7.1 km away. The nearest airport is Tulum International, 56 km from The Yellow Nest Tulum, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I think this is one of the most ROMANTIC boutique hotels in Tulum.
Charming. Historic. Situated in Tulum in the Quintana Roo Region, 3.5 km from Tulum Archeological Site, Our Habitas Tulum boasts a year-rond outdoor pool and a private beach area. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Our Habitas Tulum is an Eco-resort hotel. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and free toiletries. Our Habitas Tulum features free WiFi throughout the property. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Parque Nacional Tulum is 400 metres from Our Habitas Tulum, while Tulum Bus station is 3.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 65 km from Our Habitas Tulum.Show full description
Very stylish. Historic. Superb interior design. Offering a year-round outdoor pool and views of the pool, Hotel Tiki Tiki Tulum is situated in Tulum in the Quintana Roo Region, 5 km from Tulum Archeological Site. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Certain rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. Every room has a private bathroom. The hotel also offers bike hire. Tulum Bus station is 1.6 km from Hotel Tiki Tiki Tulum, while Parque Nacional Tulum is 3.8 km away. The nearest airport is Tulum Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport, 39.2 km away from Hotel Tiki Tiki Tulum.Show full description
I think this place could be the most WELL DESIGNED small luxury hotel in Tulum.
Comfortable beds. Great value. Offering Two outdoor pools and gourmet food, Mereva Tulum by Blue Sky is located 10 minutes' drive from Tulum town and 15 minutes’ drive from the Tulum Mayan Ruins. It has a private dock and offers kayaking and snorkelling, complimentary paddle board. The air-conditioned rooms feature free WiFi, an HDTV with satellite channels and a balcony with sea views. All with private bathrooms, most of them count with double rain shower, twin sinks and mirrors. A la carte American breakfast is included. At Mereva Tulum by Blue Sky you can enjoy romantic dinners or spa treatments with wonderful Caribbean Sea views on the 45-metre dock. The Manati Cenote is located right across from Mereva Tulum by Blue Sky. This Boutique Hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from Xel-Há Eco-Theme Park and 90-minutes’ drive from Cancún International Airport. Free parking is available on site.Show full description
Charming. Good breakfast. Located in Tulum, 10.5 km from Tulum Archeological Site, Nomade Tulum features a spa centre and a private beach area. Guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant and free private parking is available on site. Some units have views of the sea or garden. All rooms include a private bathroom. Nomade Tulum features free WiFi throughout the property. There is concierge service at the property. Cesiak is 1.7 km from Nomade Tulum, while Parque Nacional Tulum is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cancún International Airport about 90 minutes' drive.Show full description
Elegant. Great views. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. The adults-only The Beach Tulum Hotel offers a beautiful setting on Tulum Beach within 7 km of its famous Mayan Ruins. It features beach-front rooms with terraces and lounge areas, an outdoor pool, a beach club, and a restaurant. Each luxurious, beach-front room has stylish, minimalist décor. Onsite Spa and onsite shop. Each air-conditioned accommodation includes free WiFi and a seating area. Guests can enjoy a full breakfast either in the Ziggy's restaurant or Fresco's. Ziggy's Beach Club serves drinks and snacks from 09:00 until sunset. Tulum National Park is less than 4 km from the hotel, while the town center is a 10-minute drive away. Cancún is within 140 km away and Playa del Carmen is within 60 km away. Naj Naay Spa onsite. All hotel guests are invited to try our humid areas, treatments are optional.Show full description
Absolutely gorgeous and quiet beachfront boutique hotel. All bottom floor rooms step out onto a private deck with a plunge pool and into the sand. Amazing design and top-notch service.
Lovely property. Charming. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. Orchid House Tulum features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Tulum. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and dry cleaning services. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. South Tulum Beach is 2.9 km from the hotel, while Tulum Archeological Site is 4.9 km away. The nearest airport is Tulum International Airport, 39 km from Orchid House Tulum.Show full description
Opened March 2023. Rubi Tulum has free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and restaurant in Tulum. This 5-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Rooms are fitted with a kettle, while certain rooms also offer a balcony and others also have pool views. At Rubi Tulum all rooms include bed linen and towels. Tulum Archeological Site is 8 km from the accommodation, while Tulum Bus station is 4.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tulum International Airport, 38 km from Rubi Tulum.Show full description
Popular among women. Cenotes Casa Tortuga is located 11 km from Tulum, and offers access to cenotes from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Akumal is 15 km away and guests have free Wi-Fi and free parking. We are not a Hotel, only vacation accommodations. We do not have room service, nor 24 hrs reception. All rooms have air conditioning with streaming service and mini fridge. Cenotes Casa Tortuga is located in the middle of the jungle, so it is recommended that guests plan to arrive by car. The property's restaurants are only open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The area is popular for swimming and snorkeling. Cancun International Airport is 110 km away.Show full description
Newly opened, September 2023. Set in Tulum, a few steps from South Tulum Beach, Xela offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Featuring a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. At the hotel all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. An à la carte, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available every morning at the property. At Xela you will find a restaurant serving Latin American cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Tulum, like cycling. Tulum Archeological Site is 12 km from Xela, while Parque Nacional Tulum is 5.1 km away. The nearest airport is Tulum International, 45 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Newly opened, November 2023. Well located in Tulum, KAHATSA' boutique hotel provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is situated 1.7 km from Tulum Bus station, 2.4 km from Bus station Tulum Ruins and 3.3 km from Parque Nacional Tulum. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.1 km from Tulum Archeological Site. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Guest rooms include a safety deposit box. Sian Ka´an Biosphere Reserve is 14 km from KAHATSA' boutique hotel, while Xel Ha is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Tulum International Airport, 39 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Great location.Opened October 2020. Well located in the Tulum City Centre district of Tulum, Hotel Boutique Murana Tulum is located 500 metres from Tulum Bus station, 2.8 km from Bus station Tulum Ruins and 4.5 km from Parque Nacional Tulum. With a shared lounge, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is 600 metres from the city centre and 3.6 km from Tulum Archeological Site. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. At Hotel Boutique Murana Tulum each room has bed linen and towels. Speaking English and Spanish at the 24-hour front desk, staff are ready to help around the clock. Sian Ka´an Biosphere Reserve is 15 km from the accommodation, while Xel Ha is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Tulum International, 38 km from Hotel Boutique Murana Tulum, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This boutique hotel has very cosy rooms, a great location in Tulum and great affordability.
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