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Hotels in Tulum

Tulum hotels split into four typologies: boutique beachfront hotels in the Hotel Zone, jungle eco-hotels and glamping, hostels and B&Bs in Tulum Pueblo, and all-inclusive resorts in adjacent zones (Akumal, Soliman Bay, Bahía Príncipe).

Tribu Tulum's directory lists 1,068 active businesses in the Hotels category. Of the 420 with a recorded area, the areas with the most listings are Tulum Centro (148), La Veleta (99) and Tulum Beach (76). 894 have a public Google rating, averaging 4.5 out of 5.

Hotels in Tulum: context

Tulum runs more than 1,000 active lodging properties. The 9-km coastal strip (Boca Paila to Sian Ka'an) concentrates boutique hotels with rates $200-1,500 USD/night. Tulum Pueblo and La Veleta offer hostels and vacation rentals from $30-150 USD/night. Strong seasonality: high season (December-March, July-August) doubles rates vs low season.

Types of hotels and key attributes

Beachfront boutique hotels

Bohemian-rustic style with palapa, natural materials, 8-40 rooms. Solar power and well water across most of the coastal strip (Tulum has no official grid in that area).

Eco-hotels and glamping

Luxury tents, jungle cabins, raised platforms. Sustainability angle (zero plastic, filtered water, no A/C in many cases).

All-inclusive resorts

Bahía Príncipe (Akumal-Tulum corridor), Mayakoba, Iberostar Selection. Rates $200-600 USD/night including meals, drinks, activities.

Hostels and backpacker

Concentrated in Tulum Pueblo. Dorms from $300-500 MXN/night, privates from $800-1,500 MXN. Mader Hostel, Mama's Home, Lum Hostel as references.

Vacation rentals and apartments

La Veleta and Aldea Zama dominate furnished apartment inventory, ideal for 7-30 day stays. Shared pool access and professional setup.

Browse by subcategory

Boutique Hotel(809)Vacation Rentals(103)Apartments(75)All-Inclusive Resorts(49)Eco-Hotels & Glamping(44)Hostels & Backpacking(44)Cabins(42)Bed & Breakfast(25)

Top picks

Featured-plan businesses first, then the most relevant and most reviewed in this category.

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  1. Bahia Principe Grand Coba

    Bahia Principe Grand Coba

    4.6(27376)
  2. Bahia Principe Grand Tulum

    Bahia Principe Grand Tulum

    4.6(23786)
  3. Bahia Principe Luxury Sian Ka'an

    Bahia Principe Luxury Sian Ka'an

    4.8(10985)
  4. Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa

    Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa

    4.3(7284)
  5. Ahau Tulum

    Ahau Tulum

    4.5(2653)
  6. La Zebra Tulum, a Small Luxury Hotel

    La Zebra Tulum, a Small Luxury Hotel

    4.6(2184)Manzana L.016, Tulum Beach, Zona Hotelera
  7. DELEK TULUM

    DELEK TULUM

    4.6(1348)
  8. Nômade

    Nômade

    4.1(1324)
  9. Zamna Tulum

    Zamna Tulum

    4.4(1255)
  10. Casa Malca

    Casa Malca

    4.3(1243)Tulum Beach
  11. Holistika Hotel

    Holistika Hotel

    4.6(1138)
  12. Ana y José Hotel & Beach Club

    Ana y José Hotel & Beach Club

    4.4(1041)

Full listing: Hotels in Tulum

13–48 of 1,068

  1. 13
    Mezzanine Tulum, a Small Luxury Hotel

    4.6 (894)

  2. 14
    Habitas

    4.5 (846)

  3. 15
    El Pez Hotel Tulum

    4.5 (776)Tulum Beach

  4. 16
    Mi Amor Tulum, a Small Luxury Hotel

    4.6 (761)

  5. 17
    Jashita Hotel Tulum

    4.7 (575)

  6. 18
    Central Park

    4.5 (552)La Veleta

  7. 19
    Kimpton Aluna Resort Tulum

    4.5 (468)

  8. 20
    Hotel Bardo

    4.5 (441)

  9. 21
    Piedra Escondida Hotel & Restaurant

    4.5 (441)

  10. 22
    Dune Boutique Hotel Tulum

    4.5 (390)Tulum Beach, Zona Hotelera

  11. 23
    Hotel Cielo y Selva

    4.5 (390)

  12. 24
    The Yellow Nest

    4.7 (380)

  13. 25
    Hotel Muaré Tulum Wellness and Spa

    4.7 (377)La Veleta

  14. 26
    Hotel Biwa Tulum

    4.5 (347)

  15. 27
    KAN Tulum

    4.7 (326)

  16. 28
    MIMOSA Tulum Boutique Hotel & Hostel

    4.7 (326)

  17. 29
    Alea Tulum

    4.6 (309)

  18. 30
    Maxanab Hotel Tulum

    4.5 (307)

  19. 31
    Alaya Tulum

    4.6 (304)

  20. 32
    Layla Tulum Boutique Hotel & Restaurant

    4.7 (296)

  21. 33
    Nueva Vida de Ramiro

    4.5 (294)Tulum Beach

  22. 34
    Una Vida, Tulum

    4.5 (284)

  23. 35
    Casa Altamar Hotel & Restaurant

    4.8 (283)

  24. 36
    Hotel Boutique Pacha Tulum

    4.5 (280)

  25. 37
    Sanara Hotels & Residences

    4.6 (273)

  26. 38
    Casa Don Diego Tulum

    4.6 (270)

  27. 39
    La Valise Tulum, Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World

    4.8 (262)

  28. 40
    Encantada Tulum

    4.8 (251)

  29. 41
    The Strabon Tulum

    4.5 (248)

  30. 42
    Cabañas Tulum Hotel - Beach Hotel & Spa

    4.7 (238)

  31. 43
    Hotel Tiki Tiki Tulum

    4.7 (206)

  32. 44
    Cabañas La Luna

    4.5 (202)Tulum Beach, Zona Hotelera

  33. 45
    Papaya Playa Project

    4.0 (2,501)Tulum Beach, Zona Costera

  34. 46
    Posada Lamar

    4.3 (1,050)Tulum Beach

  35. 47
    Diamante K

    4.4 (982)Zona Hotelera Tulum

  36. 48
    Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya

    4.4 (940)Tulkal

Best zones for hotels in Tulum

How to choose hotels in Tulum

  • Zone: Beach (premium, no official grid), Pueblo (budget, full services), Aldea Zama (premium residential)
  • Power source: solar/generator on coast vs official grid in pueblo
  • A/C availability (many eco-hotels only have fans)
  • WiFi and real speed (varies by zone)
  • Distance to beach, ruins, cenotes
  • Cancellation policy (high season typically non-refundable)

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best area to stay in Tulum?

Depends on profile: Tulum Beach for premium beachfront experience (with electricity limits and high prices), Aldea Zama for modern residential apartments with pool, Tulum Pueblo for tight budgets with public transport access.

Do beach hotels have electricity and A/C?

Tulum's coastal strip is off the national grid. Hotels run on solar and/or generators. Many eco-hotels only offer fans. Confirm A/C before booking if needed.

How much does a hotel cost in Tulum?

Pueblo hostel: $300-1,500 MXN/night. Boutique in Pueblo or Aldea Zama: $1,500-4,000 MXN/night. Boutique on Beach: $4,000-15,000 MXN/night. All-inclusive resort: $4,000-12,000 MXN/night per person.

When are high and low seasons?

High: December-March and July-August. Rates rise 40-100%. Low: May-June and September-October. September overlaps hurricane season (low but present risk).

All-inclusive vs boutique — which is worth it?

All-inclusive optimizes budget if you eat and drink at the hotel daily. Boutique in Tulum Beach justifies rate via location, vibe, and direct access to the best beach strip. For 4-5 nights, mix both.

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