Hotels in Tulum

Tulum lies on the Caribbean coast of Mexico's Riviera Maya, in the state of Quintana Roo, about 130 kilometres south of Cancún. It is famous for its dramatic clifftop Maya ruins overlooking a turquoise sea, a long stretch of jungle-backed beach, and a bohemian, design-driven hotel scene that has made it a favourite with wellness travellers and creatives.

The destination is really two places: the laid-back Pueblo set slightly inland along the highway, with taquerías, cafés and budget stays, and the beachfront Hotel Zone, a coastal road strung with boutique eco-resorts, beach clubs and candlelit restaurants. Cenotes — freshwater sinkholes in the surrounding jungle — and the vast Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve add nature and adventure.

Tulum's mix of ancient history, barefoot luxury, yoga and nightlife draws a stylish international crowd. It works as a relaxed beach escape, a base for exploring the Riviera Maya and Yucatán, or a wellness retreat, with its own new international airport (TQO) making it easier to reach than ever.