Tulum Beach Riviera Maya, Mexico
Renovated
2018
Price
$$$$
Outside the door
The brand
BE DestinationBohemian beach lodge
Lantern-lit wooden boardwalks weave through coastal jungle, guiding barefoot guests between swaying palms and the Caribbean shoreline.
“A rare boutique property in this resort-heavy area, Be Tulum has a smaller feel and plenty of character.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Reclaimed timber boardwalks and limestone walls tuck beneath native coastal palms.
Remarkable
Yäan Healing Sanctuary pairs cenote-fed hydrotherapy pools with treetop yoga above the canopy.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
Suites are spread throughout the property’s gardens and palms, their pleasures a bit on the subtle side — they're set back slightly from the beach...
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Located along the southern end of the beach road, the property directly borders the wilderness of Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve.
The rooms
Suites pair rough limestone walls with cowhide rugs, outdoor showers, and private plunge pools or rooftop terraces nestled in the trees.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Narrow pools stretch across the sandy grounds toward the sea, framed by timber sun decks and coastal palms.
The spa
Cenote-fed hydrotherapy pools and a traditional hammam sit across the road, alongside Mayan temazcal sweat lodge ceremonies.
Restaurant
Ocúmare
Woven lanterns glow above dining tables in this open-air jungle pavilion, which serves contemporary Mexican dishes and artisanal mezcal.
The hotel enjoys beachfront status, with powdered-sugar sand inviting guests to do little more than lounge around all day.
At the table
Open-air bars and seaside kitchens serve fresh ceviche and flame-cooked meats right on the sand under woven lanterns.
How it began
Architect Sebastián Sas built the hideaway in 2009, pioneering Tulum's barefoot aesthetic with reclaimed railway timbers and palapa thatch.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.