Staying in the best beach resorts in Tulum is the best way to relish the breathtaking beaches the picturesque Mexican town offers. Home to some of the Caribbean’s most spectacular white sand beaches and stunning resorts, Tulum has become a hotspot for jetsetters, celebrities, and anyone who wants to indulge in ultimate luxury on a beach getaway.
Nestled on the Caribbean coast of the Yucatan peninsula, many are drawn to Tulum’s dramatic natural beauty, making it one of the top holiday destinations in Mexico. It has a long stretch of coastline with numerous beaches to choose from. You can spend the day lounging under a parasol sipping your favorite cocktails, venture into secluded beaches, or try different water sports.
From remote beachfront properties to vibrant, all-inclusive hotels, here’s a list of the top beach resorts in Tulum. Also, be sure to read my guides on Things To do in Tulum & Airbnbs in Tulum for more trip-planning help!
The Beach Tulum
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $614+ per night
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If you’re looking for a hotel that will put you right in the center of everything, check out The Beach, situated at the heart of Tulum’s main strip, adjacent to a beautiful beach. As one of the trendiest beach resorts in Tulum, The Beach gives off a feeling of tropical luxury, featuring whitewashed walls and a lovely pool fringed by coconut palms and frangipanis. The rooms are spacious, with views of the ocean or the pool.
Furnished in luxury, the rooms at The Beach have full-length mirrors, smooth concrete floors, and comfy beds shrouded in mosquito nets. There are decent-sized balconies with hammocks and cushioned seating areas, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the views. The Beach offers morning yoga sessions and complimentary bikes that you can use to explore the town.
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La Valise Tulum
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $536+ per night
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https://www.lavalisetulum.com/
Situated on the beachfront, La Valise offers the perfect base for a relaxing beach getaway in Tulum. It sits along a peaceful stretch of sand, a short walk to the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve. Home to only nine rooms, you can expect a more intimate and personalized service during your stay. The friendly staff at the front desk will make you feel welcome the moment you arrive.
All rooms feature a chic and beachy vibe, with wooden floors and wicker furniture adding a homely touch. With soft white linens on its super comfy beds, you’ll sleep like a baby during your stay. While facilities at this small hotel are limited, you can expect the service to be top-notch. The staff will be more than happy to arrange excursions for a more enjoyable holiday in Tulum.
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Azulik
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $468+ per night
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As one of the best beach resorts in Tulum, Azulik Hotel sits alongside glamorous hotels and beach clubs, only a 10-min drive from the center of Tulum. It’s more than just a hotel – it seems like a nature park, with a maze of handcrafted wooden walkways leading you to its lavish villas. Sleeping in these jungle villas is the best way to reconnect with nature without giving-up modern comforts, such as a television and air-conditioning system.
One of the highlights of Azulik is its elegant spa focusing on Mayan wellness through specially curated treatments and massages. Staying in Azulik is ideal for those who want to learn more about the Mayan culture, where you get to witness traditional Mayan ceremonies. You can join morning yoga, meditation classes, and other wellness activities in a relaxed setting. Of course, the resort’s pristine white sandy beach is a real bonus.
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Be Tulum Beach & Spa Resort
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $419+ per night
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Be Tulum is one of the most stylish beach resorts in Tulum set amidst lush jungles, close to the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve. It sits in a quiet area of Tulum Beach and is only a short walk to Tulum’s best bars and restaurants. The spacious rooms have chic sofas, leather-framed mirrors, and super comfy beds. While there’s no television, the room has a coffee machine, air-conditioning, and fans.
The resort’s wellness spa is outstanding, with showers, pools, a sauna, and a steam room. You can choose from numerous treatments, including the Mayan-influenced Sobada Maya, which includes rigorous stretching and a firm massage. The other amenities are two infinity pools, yoga classes, and water sports gear.
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Casa Malca
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $446+ per night
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Believed to be a favorite holiday spot of former drug baron Pablo Escobar, Casa Malca is one of Tulum’s most famous beach resorts. The resort sits on a quiet area of Tulum’s beachfront road, close to the protected Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve. Its artistic design, consisting of local arts and crafts, including sequined curtains hanging on a wooden door at the entrance, makes it stands out from the other beach resorts in Tulum.
The spacious villas feature polished grey concrete, a comfy lounging area, and unique furnishings. Each villa has roomy bathrooms with rain showers and an oversized mirror. Service is top-notch, and although there’s no spa or gym, Casa Malca has two swimming pools, a bar, and a restaurant.
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Hotel Ma’xanab Tulum
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $483+ per night
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Sitting a few steps from South Tulum Beach, Hotel Ma’xanab is one of the most strategically located beach resorts in Tulum. Aside from being close to the beach, it’s only a few kilometers from Tulum’s top attractions, such as the Tulum Archaeological Site and Galleria La Llorona. The resort has 16 air-conditioned rooms that are well-decorated. Others have a terrace featuring sea views.
You will have everything you need at Hotel Ma’xanab. Aside from having a plunge pool, it has a restaurant, so you won’t have to travel far to enjoy the best Mexican cuisine in town. Aside from the swimming pool and restaurant, it has a fitness center and a lovely garden, perfect for relaxing.
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Papaya Playa Project
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $391+ per night
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Nestled on a deserted stretch along Tulum’s stunning Caribbean coastline, Papaya Playa Project is one of the best beach resorts in Tulum, offering stylish accommodations like ocean-view casitas and jungle treehouses. Giving off a laidback vibe, it features uninterrupted ocean views and is only a short walk to the beach.
Don’t expect modern conveniences because Papaya Playa Project offers a more “au natural” experience. But what they lack in amenities they make up for the service, where you wake up to a team of friendly staff greeting you with a big smile. The resort also offers yoga, water sports, and a spa offering traditional Mayan therapies.
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Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $344+ per night
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Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya is one of the most upscale beach resorts in Tulum, with a breezy hotel lobby and majestic swimming pool overlooking the scenic views of the Caribbean Sea. A path takes you to several acres of beaches and beer shacks. With over 700 rooms, the massive resort complex caters to high-end travelers with luxurious facilities, such as a gorgeous spa with a central lounge designed like a cenote.
All rooms have an air conditioning system, a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a private bathroom. Some rooms have a kitchenette with a fridge. The resort offers amenities for snorkeling and other watersports. If you have worked out some appetite after a day of adventure, head to the resort’s restaurant serving Mexican and American cuisines.
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Maria Del Mar Tulum – Adults Only
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $315+ per night
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Couples looking for a resort with a quiet and relaxed environment should consider staying in Maria Del Mar, one of the adults-only beach resorts in Tulum. Nestled in the bustling Zona Hotelera seafront strip of Tulum, the resort is only a short walk to Tulum’s best bars and restaurants. With breezy and bright interiors featuring a natural color scheme, Maria del Mar exudes a sophisticated feel.
There are only 18 rooms at Maria del Mar, and you can expect a more personalized service from the staff. All rooms are very stylish, featuring hues of creams and browns combined with natural elements like bamboo fittings, cool stone floors, and driftwood towel rails. Aside from a private beach, Maria del Mar has an outdoor pool surrounded by hammocks and swaying palm trees.
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Mi Amor a Colibri Boutique Hotel
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $299+ per night
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Another adults-only beach resort in Tulum worth checking out is Mi Amor, which sits on the northern side of the Tulum beachfront road within the Tulum Archaeological Zone. Its strategic location puts you in the center of everything, including the coastal Mayan ruins. Featuring a bamboo and thatched roof set amidst tropical greenery, Mi Amor offers the perfect setting for a relaxing beach getaway.
The rooms feature whitewashed walls and wooden floorboards. You will not have access to a television, but there’s an air conditioning system and brightly lit bathrooms with long mirrors and oval twin sinks. Amenities include an ocean-view infinity pool and spa with a treatment room for couples.
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Sanara Tulum
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $175+ per night
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Sanara is a luxurious boutique beach resort in Tulum boasting stunning views of the Caribbean Sea. Fringed with palm trees and powdery white sand, it encapsulates the ultimate luxury oceanfront escape. The vibe is wonderfully relaxing and peaceful, with sandy paths leading to the beach.
Rooms feature the usual white walls with dark wood trimmings decorated with crystal chandeliers and other chic furnishings. All have air conditioning, balconies, and a small bathroom with walk-in showers. While Sanara has no pool, the idyllic beach, a short walk from the accommodations, is more than enough.
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Villa Pescadores Tulum
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $168 + per night
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Villa Pescadores sits in a prime location along the stunning Caribbean coastline of the Yucatan Peninsula. Wake up to breathtaking sunrises, and if you want to get active, take an early morning walk along the beach. The resort exudes a laid-back feel – just what you need for a relaxing beach holiday.
You will sleep in one of the cozy huts made almost entirely from local wood and attached around existing palm trees, with others rising through the decking. Outside, the huts resemble tiny bungalows with hammocks strung between shrubs and branches. Inside, a comfy double bed awaits, covered with a mosquito net. Among the things to look forward to during your stay are the movie nights.
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Dune Boutique Hotel
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $289+ per night
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Tulum is famous for its lively party scene. And if you’re here to experience that, stay in the Dune Boutique Hotel. It’s one of Tulum’s most beautiful beach resorts, nestled along the town’s party zone. Dune Boutique Hotel offers cozy accommodations, with some rooms featuring ocean views while others overlook garden views.
Spend your days swimming and relaxing at the resort’s private beach area. You can also try water sports like snorkeling, windsurfing, and diving. When evening comes, head to one of the area’s best bars and restaurants.
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Xscape
Where: Tulum City Center, Tulum
Price: $65+ per night
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Unlike the other beach resorts in Tulum that sit along the town’s beach strip, Xscape Tulum lies in the city center, about four miles from the seaside. However, you can easily hire inexpensive taxis to take you to the beach. What’s great about staying in Xscape Tulum is you will be in the center of everything, giving you access to the town’s hippest bars and restaurants.
Xscape Tulum has 34 rooms featuring bright and welcoming interiors and quirky decors like dreamcatchers with hanging seashells and inspiring quotes on the wall. The friendly and professional staff will make your stay more relaxing. They will arrange tour excursions and assist you with everything, from bike rentals to taxis.
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Wakax Hacienda – Cenote & Boutique Hotel
Where: Tulum, Quintana Roo
Price: $195+ per night
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If you want to unwind and disconnect from the hustle and bustle, stay in Wakax Hacienda, one of the most fantastic beach resorts in Tulum housed in a traditional colonial-style building reminiscent of the Yucatan haciendas. It features a blend of comfort, luxury, and pristine nature in a 160-hectare estate.
Wakax Hacienda has six different accommodation options, offering you the highest standards of comfort and subtle elegance for a luxurious beach getaway in Tulum. Expect exceptional service from the staff, and indulge in exquisite gastronomy from the resort’s restaurant, El Cocal, which specializes in traditional Yucatecan cuisines.
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