This is our list with the best beachfront hotels near Zona Hotelera, Tulum. Hotels with wonderful sea views and private beach. Hope you enjoy it. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Emmy Cruz & Sofia Hernandez. Updated February 2024.
Delightful property. Great breakfast. Situated on an unspoilt beach between the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve and Tulum National Park, Hotel Encantada offers tropical gardens, a free Wi-Fi zone and stylish rooms with sea or garden views. Decorated with local textiles and artwork, each charming room has sliding glass doors which open onto a private terrace. Mexican and international dishes are available for lunch, served in the bar or on the beach. You can book a relaxing massage or hot stone treatment on the beach at Hotel Encantada. All rooms have a ceiling fan, mosquito nets and a private bathroom. A varied continental breakfast is provided, including home-baked bread, fresh fruit, yogurt and granola. The 24-hour reception also includes a concierge and free bicycle rental service. Free private parking is available on site, and Cancún is a 90-minute drive away. Airport transfers can be arranged on request.Show full description
A small boutique hotel with only eight rooms, making it feel more intimate than a resort. It's located just outside the main strip of Tulum but still close to everything. There is also a private beach with grass umbrellas and comfy lounge chairs!
Close to beach front. Historic property. This Eco-friendly and charming hotel is set on the beach, just 6 km south of the Tulum Beach road. It features beautiful decorated bungalows offering stunning sea views. Each room at Posada Lamar Tulum Beach Front and Pool is decorated using local handicrafts and colourful fabrics. The Tulum Ruins are less than 15 minutes’ drive from Posada Lamar Tulum Beach Front and Pool. All bungalows offer a terrace with hammocks and have palapa thatched roofs. You can also visit Tulum Pueblo, only 10 minutes’ drive away. Here you will find a variety of shops, bars and restaurants. Staff at the front desk can also provide tourist information about the area. The beaches in Tulum are ideal for diving and snorkelling.Show full description
This unique and small property with handpicked local art and touches is set directly on a beautiful beach part. Its beachfront bungalows are an excellent option for a fantastic ocean views.
Beach front location. Charming. Situated on a private beach within Tulum National Park, this tropical complex offers thatched cabins with breakfast, sea views, free WiFi and private bathrooms. Tulum’s Mayan Ruins are just 4 km away. Punta Piedra Beach Posada offers cabins surrounded by palm trees and gardens. Located on the beach, the Mivida restaurant specializes in tapas. Each cabin has bright traditional décor and tiled floors. All include a safe, a fan and mosquito nets . This is an eco-friendly property that uses ecological sources of energy. You can also find a range of restaurants and bars in Tulum town, a 10-minute drive away. Punta Piedra Beach Posada’s 24-hour reception offers information about the region. Airport transfers are available on request, and car or bicycle rental can be arranged.Show full description
This perfect quiet oasis in Tulum is ideal for a beach getaway. The hotel has a small pool and bar on the private beach and a restaurant with great food and margaritas.
Beautiful. Great views. Set in Tulum, 9.3 km from Tulum Archeological Site, Los Arrecifes offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a private beach area and a concierge service. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Los Arrecifes also have free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a sea view. The property is allergy-free and is situated 2.9 km from Parque Nacional Tulum. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. The units at the accommodation feature air conditioning and a desk. An à la carte, continental or American breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Los Arrecifes offers a sun terrace. Tulum Bus station is 7.8 km from the hotel, while Sian Ka´an Biosphere Reserve is 8 km away. The nearest airport is Tulum International, 43 km from Los Arrecifes, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Beach front location. Very stylish.Opened October 2021. Set in Tulum, a few steps from South Tulum Beach, LUV Tulum offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers a concierge service, a tour desk and free WiFi. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also provide guests with a sea view. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The units feature a safety deposit box. A continental breakfast is available every morning at LUV Tulum. Tulum Archeological Site is 11 km from the accommodation, while Parque Nacional Tulum is 4.7 km away. The nearest airport is Tulum International Airport, 45 km from LUV Tulum.Show full description
I think this is the most STYLISH beachfront hotel in the area.
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Great views. 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. Ziggy's Beach Club serves drinks and snacks from 09:00 until sunset. 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. 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
A luxurious hotel with multiple areas for lounging, an amazing pool, and direct access to a well-maintained private beach area. They also have an excellent SPA!
Elegant. Superb breakfast. 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. Some rooms are located directly on the beach. Hotel guests can enjoy the beach club amenities, as well as cocktails and beers. Rooms at Cabanas Tulum include hammocks on the private terrace. Some rooms feature a private rooftop terrace with hot tub. Fresco's offers international cuisine and has children menu. 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
Luxury Hotel.Hip. Great location.Opened July 2020. Situated in Tulum, 9.1 km from Tulum Archeological Site, Coco Unlimited features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The rooms include a safety deposit box, while some rooms have a balcony and others also feature sea views. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. At the hotel, every room includes a wardrobe. Parque Nacional Tulum is 2.7 km from Coco Unlimited, while Tulum Bus station is 7.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tulum International, 43 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This hotel has an amazing location on the beach with stunning views of the ocean. The rooms are large and comfortable with spa-like bathrooms! I rate this as the coolest beachfront hotel in the area. It also has a great location.
Boutique hotel.Cool. Great restaurant. Featuring free WiFi and a terrace, Dune Boutique Hotel located at the party zone Tulum offers accommodation in Tulum. There is a juice bar and guests can enjoy tropical cocktails at the bar. Guests can enjoy delicious drinks and cuisine at the Dune Restaurant and Beach Club under the shadow of the palm trees. This hotel has a private beach area and bike hire is available. Some rooms feature views of the sea or garden. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkeling, windsurfing and diving. Parque Nacional Tulum is 2.9 km from Dune Boutique Hotel located at the party zone Tulum.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Ahau Tulum is an eco-friendly and pet-friendly property that offers free Wi-Fi connection, yoga lessons and massage services for a fee. It features solar and wind panels for heating and a rain catch system to recycle the water. Tulum’s beach is just a few metres from the property, which also has a shared lounge area, laundry and ironing services. The suites have mosquito nets and fans, plus views of the Caribbean Sea are available. Bathrobes and iPod dockings are some of the amenities they offer, along with furnished terraces. The bathroom has a shower. The restaurant at Ahau Tulum serves international cuisine. Tulum Archaeological Site can be reached in a 10-minute drive, and Tulum is 8.9 km away.Show full description
A beautiful pet-friendly hotel is right on the perfect option for a laid-back beach retreat.
Beach front location. Good breakfast. El Paraíso Hotel is located along the famous beach of Tulum National Park, known as "Paradise Beach". Built with the idea of integrating a space with natural beauty and due respect for the environment, but providing modern life comforts. El Paraíso Hotel is located on Tulum Beach, just 700 meters from the Mayan Ruins and 122 kilometers from Cancun International Airport. All rooms (10 in total) have a flat-screen TV (satellite), air conditioning, private bathroom inside the rooms, electricity, 24 hours security and free WiFi. In the surroundings you can practice various activities such as snorkeling, Diving, cycling and fishing. El Paraíso Hotel also has bicycle rental.Show full description
Charming hotel with a paradise beach and turquoise sea. Some of the rooms have fantastic patios with sea views!
Comfortable beds. Popular among families. Located in the beach-side of Tulum, Alaya Tulum by Ahau features an on-site restaurant. The property has a special terrace to practice yoga and a private beach area with sun beds for the guests to use. The rooms are air-conditioned and feature a terrace. The full bathroom has a shower and includes free toiletries. A sofa, iPod dock and a safe that fits a laptop are some of the amenities also available. At Alaya Tulum by Ahau you will find a garden, a terrace and a bar. Other facilities featured at the property include a tour desk. Free parking is offered on site. Tulum Archaeological Site can be reached in a 15-minute drive, while the Gran Cenote Site is 12 km away. Cancun can be reached in 1 hour and 30 minutes by car, while Playa del Carmen is 45 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Popular among couples. Situated in Tulum, a few steps from South Tulum Beach, Hotel Ma'xanab Tulum features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. With a garden, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The rooms include a coffee machine, while some rooms are fitted with a terrace and others also feature sea views. The accommodation offers room service, a concierge service and organising tours for guests. At the hotel, every room includes a desk. At Hotel Ma'xanab Tulum each room has bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Mexican cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. Tulum Archeological Site is 10 km from Hotel Ma'xanab Tulum, while Parque Nacional Tulum is 3.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tulum International, 43 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Stylish. Located inside the Tulum Archeological Site in Tulum, Hotel Poc Na Tulum features a restaurant, bar and free WiFi in the restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Certain rooms have views of the sea or garden. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. American breakfast is offered with options such as coffee, tea, juice, milk, cereal, fruit and eggs. The area is popular for snorkelling and diving. Hotel Poc Na Tulum is inside Parque Nacional Tulum is, while Bus station Tulum Ruins is 1.4 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 39 mi from the property.Show full description
This cozy hotel is perfect for those who want to be immersed in nature, with plenty of opportunities to explore the nearby jungle. In addition, the hotel has a great Japanese restaurant, and they offer free morning yoga classes.
Luxury Hotel.Trendy. Cosy rooms. Facing the beachfront, Delek Tulum offers 5-star accommodation in Tulum and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. A few steps from South Tulum Beach and 10 km from Tulum Archeological Site, the property provides a bar and a private beach area. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Delek Tulum also boast free WiFi, while some rooms include a sea view. The accommodation features room service, a concierge service and organising tours for guests. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine. The rooms at the accommodation have air conditioning and a safety deposit box. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Delek Tulum. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving international cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. Parque Nacional Tulum is 3.2 km from Delek Tulum, while Sian Ka´an Biosphere Reserve is 7.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tulum International, 44 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Great value. Popular among women. Located on a beautiful beach within Tulum National Park, Zamas Hotel offers an open-air restaurant, 24-hour reception and free Wi-Fi. The colorful thatched cabins have balconies overlooking the tropical gardens or the sea. Each bright cabin offers stylish décor with charming rustic touches. Mosquito nets and fans are provided, and all cabins have a private bathroom. You can relax in a hammock on the balcony. Massages and beauty treatments can be booked at Zamas Hotel’s reception. Staff can also arrange local excursions or airport transfers at an extra cost. The Mayan ruins of Tulum are just 4.5 km from Zamas Hotel, while the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve is 6 km away. Cancun Airport is a 90-minute drive from the hotel.Show full description
Great location. Set on a private area of Tulum Beach, BT Live Tulum located at the party zone offers charming bungalows with a ceiling fan and sea views. A free Wi-Fi zone and an open-air restaurant can be found on site. Hotel is surrounded by tropical gardens and palm trees. The Mayan Ruins of Tulum are just a 10-minute drive away. Decorated in a rustic style, the BT Live Tulum located at the party zone bungalows come with mosquito nets and a private bathroom. There is 24-hour hot water and solar-powered electricity. The restaurant overlooks the Caribbean Sea and serves typical homemade Mexican food.Show full description
Very cosy. Superb interior design. Set in Tulum, a few steps from South Tulum Beach, Hotel Panamera offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With a bar, the 4-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 every room includes bed linen and towels. At Hotel Panamera you will find a restaurant serving Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Tulum Archeological Site is 11 km from the accommodation, while Parque Nacional Tulum is 4.3 km away. The nearest airport is Tulum International, 45 km from Hotel Panamera, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I think this place could be the most WELL DESIGNED AND LIVELY beachfront hotel in the area. It also has an amazing hotel bar and a popular rooftop bar.
Charming. Great interior design. Kanan Tulum is a unique eco-friendly spa hotel in Mexico's Caribbean coast. Located on the beach amid the Mayan jungle, it is placed in the middle of the bustling music and art scene, offering a wide range of events in and around the hotel. Get pampered at Kumaru Spa, featuring a full menu of organic services, find adventure on the Caribbean Sea, with an array of beach activities available on-site or enjoy a delightful yoga class at our wooden yoga shala. Indulge in authentic gastronomy, locally sourced dining and drinks, including cocktails at our swim-up pool bar and drinks on our rooftop lounge. This adults-only hotel is an experience in its own right, marrying rustic elements with the finest woods and rich textiles.The labyrinth of treetop corridors, wooden staircases, nature portals and branch-woven walkways and nests, all create a sensation of a hidden jungle temple. Stay tuned for our music events on weekends at our beach club featuring the finest DJs lineups. When you’re ready to explore and experience the magic of Tulum, you’ll find everything from the ancient Mayan ruins and scenic cenotes to unforgettable nature reserves and adventure parks within minutes of our hotel. Take the vacation you deserve at Tulum’s best environmentally conscious, adults-only Caribbean escape at Kanan Tulum . Show full description
I think this is one of the most CHARMING small hotels in Tulum.
Relaxing atmosphere. Rooftop pool. Chiringuito Tulum is located in Tulum, within 2.3 km of Tulum Archeological Site and Cesiak. Around 5 km from Parque Nacional Tulum, the property is also 8 km away from Tulum Bus station and offers free WiFi. The accommodation offers a year-round outdoor pool. The property is non-smoking throughout and is situated 9 km from Bus station Tulum Ruins. At the hotel every room includes a terrace. Featuring a private bathroom, rooms at Chiringuito Tulum also provide guests with a garden view. A continental breakfast is served every morning at the property. Ziggys is 1.6 km from Chiringuito Tulum. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 69 km from the hotel.Show full description
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