We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Riviera Maya, 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 Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated December 2023.
Hip. Very stylish. Comfortable beds. 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 really like this place... I think it is one of the coolest, most well designed and stylish boutique hotels in Riviera Maya! It also has super comfortable beds. WOW!
Relaxing atmosphere. Elegant. 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
Such a beautiful property with excellent ocean access, only 30 suites nestled in a wonderful part of a little bay. Three pools, including one on a rooftop with a great view of the area.
Unique. Comfortable beds. Good breakfast. Popular among couples. 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
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!
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Unique.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, 50 km from Wakax Hacienda - Cenote & Boutique Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most historic, unique and authentic boutique hotel in Riviera Maya! WOW!
Beautiful. Elegant. 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. 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. 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. 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
This hotel is paradise! The villas with all amenities, the territory is tranquil, you can walk barefoot right on the sand. Great location, Encantada is at the epicenter of Tulum life. Luxurious clean beach, delicious breakfast, and SPA.
Romantic. Relaxing atmosphere. 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, 57 km from The Yellow Nest Tulum, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This might be the most romantic luxury hotel in Riviera Maya.
Boutique hotel.Cosy rooms. Great value. This boutique hotel is one of the best “Beach Chic” experiences in Tulum. Fun and vibrant, La Zebra is a luxurious haven for all who are looking for an amazing time on the beach. It offers a phenomenal dining experience, customized drinks and amazing music. Whether it’s a family vacation, a romantic getaway, or a fun escape with friends, this is the most popping place where you can become part of the Tulum scene.Show full description
This lovely hotel with rustic design has a famous beach club with plenty of comfy seating and the best views in Tulum!
Boutique hotel.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
Charming. Relaxing atmosphere. Nice interior design. 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, 38 km from Hotel Bardo - Adults Only, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Wonderful area and stylish rooms with a private pool and hammock. They offer free bikes to use, which is excellent. Boho decor and a great design concept!
Delightful property. Romantic. Cosy rooms.Opened November 2021. Situated in Tulum, a few steps from Tankah Bay Beach, Nerea Tulum features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has a terrace and a hot tub. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Nerea Tulum the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers an à la carte or American breakfast. At Nerea Tulum you will find a restaurant serving Mediterranean, Seafood and Steakhouse cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Activities such as snorkelling, canoeing, cycling can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. Soliman Bay Beach is 2.2 km from the hotel, while Tulum Archeological Site is 9.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tulum International Airport, 50 km from Nerea Tulum.Show full description
This might be the most beautiful luxury hotel in Riviera Maya. It also has very cosy rooms and a unique rooftop pool!
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great views. Allow yourself the opportunity to enjoy. Enjoy happiness, rays of the sun, a beautiful beach and breathtaking views. Relish great service in a stunning, luxurious hotel. Experience authentic Thai and delicious beach food prepared by our award-winning chef. Lose yourself while enjoying the view of the Caribbean Sea. Feel the fresh water and the warm sand beneath your feet as you experience one of the best beaches on the Yucatan Penninsula. Mezzanine offers you that Mexican vacation you’ve been waiting for.Show full description
Everything about this hotel is so beautifully curated, from the restaurant to the rooms to the outdoor hammock and day bed—fantastic views of the rooms overlooking the sea!
Boutique hotel.Historic. Casa Malca is located on an unspoiled beach in Tulum, on the edge of the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve. It offers a bar-restaurant, tropical gardens and stylish accommodation with air conditioning. Each room and suite at Casa Malca is decorated in elegant white and has views of the gardens or the Caribbean Sea. The private bathrooms come with free toiletries and towels. Tulum town and the beautiful Mayan ruins of Tulum are both around 10 km from the property, while Cancún International Airport is 125 km away. Free parking is available on site.Show full description
Great oceanfront hotel with unique art decor and unusual surroundings. This place has a paradise feel!
Boutique hotel.Great location. 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 accommodation offers room service, a concierge service and organising tours for guests. At the hotel, every room includes a desk. The rooms include a coffee machine, while some rooms are fitted with a terrace and others also feature sea views. 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, 45 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
The hotel is meticulously curated, with a serene beachfront, a touch of luxury, and a focus on relaxation. The hotel has a private pool, a restaurant, and a beach club!
Trendy. Great location. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. Set in tropical gardens, this hotel offers an outdoor pool, a spa and direct beach access. Each spacious, air-conditioned suite includes free Wi-Fi and views of the gardens or sea. Ana y Jose Charming Hotel & Spa is situated on Tulum Beach, a 5-minute drive from Tulum’s ancient Maya ruins. It is located on the edge of the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve. The hotel’s stylish suites have typical Mexican décor. Each suite has a furnished terrace, a seating area, minibar and safety deposit box. Bathrooms include amenities and a hairdryer. The restaurant serves Mexican cuisine made with local produce, including freshly caught fish. Guests can also enjoy the sea views and sunsets from the terrace bar. Staff at the Ana y Jose’s 24-hour reception can organize a range of excursions and activites. These include visits to Mayan temples, trekking in the rainforest, diving courses or fishing trips.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a great location in Tulum.
Boutique hotel.Great views. 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.
Charming. Lovely interior design. Rooftop pool. 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, 40 km from Orchid House Tulum.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great value. Great interior design. Set in Playa del Carmen, 7.8 km from Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal, La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret- All Inclusive Adults Only offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Among the various facilities are a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a terrace. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. The units feature a safety deposit box. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Mexican, Peruvian and Steakhouse cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Activities such as snorkelling, canoeing, cycling can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret- All Inclusive Adults Only features amenities such as an on-site business centre, sauna and hot tub. ADO International Bus Station is 7.9 km from the accommodation, while Church of Guadalupe is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 27 km from La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret- All Inclusive Adults Only.Show full description
Lovely property. Charming. Great value. Set in Chemuyil, 19 km from Tulum Archeological Site, Xcacel Dreams offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With a restaurant, 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 currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, all rooms have a wardrobe, bed linen and a balcony with pool view. Guests at Xcacel Dreams can enjoy a continental breakfast. Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 46 km from the accommodation, while ADO International Bus Station is 46 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cozumel International, 60 km from Xcacel Dreams, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Resort.Nice style. Charming.Opened July 2021. Situated in Playa del Carmen, 1.3 km from Playa del Carmen Beach, Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 5-star resort offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The accommodation provides an ATM, a business centre and currency exchange for guests. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive rooms have bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Cambodian, French and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. You can play billiards and tennis at Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive, and car hire is available. ADO International Bus Station is 11 km from the resort, while Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 11 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 43 km from Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive.Show full description
Highly elegant. Unique. Popular among women. Offering amazing views of the Caribbean Sea, Palmaïa – The House of AïA is a luxury all-inclusive resort that features large outdoor pools, a wonderful spa and beauty center, 5 à la carte restaurants and beautiful suites with private terraces. Its privileged location between the sea and the jungle allows guests to relax and reconnect with nature. In addition, Palmaïa The House of AïA Wellness Resort at Riviera Maya offers wellness programs and personal growth practices such as yoga classes, meditation, cacao ceremonies and sound therapies. It also has a 24-hour fitness center. The spacious suites of this holistic resort have air conditioning, free WiFi, mini-bar, a Nespresso coffee machine, a seating area with a sofa and flat-screen TV and eco-friendly amenities. Concierge services are available 24/7, as well as gourmet room service. For families, Palmaïa operates a holistic fun children's activities program led by certified Waldorf Educators. Also, the resort has 4 specialty restaurants and a food truck, which offer plant-based menus and serve high-quality ingredients. The spa has a natural cenote and a temazcal. Treatments include massages and healing therapies. Palmaïa The House of AïA Wellness Resort at Riviera Maya is located 5 km away from Playa del Carmen’s downtown. Cancun International Airport is 40 minutes drive from the accommodations, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
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