Be Tulum Hotel
Tulum, Mexico
Tulum Beach
Vibe
Lantern-lit wooden boardwalks weave through coastal jungle, guiding barefoot guests between swaying palms and the Caribbean shoreline.
“Bohemian jungle cove”
Reclaimed timbers, palapa thatch, and Brazilian hardwoods shape a barefoot boho-chic aesthetic hidden beneath dense coastal palms.
Yäan Healing Sanctuary pairs cenote-fed hydrotherapy and indigenous Mayan medicine with daily treetop yoga above the canopy.
Jungle suites feature private plunge pools, freestanding bathtubs, outdoor showers, and 24-hour power along the beach.
On Tulum's southern beach road near Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, tucked between jungle canopy and the sea.
“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.”
Rooms
Suites pair rough limestone walls with cowhide rugs, outdoor showers, and private plunge pools or rooftop terraces nestled in the trees.
“A rare boutique property in this resort-heavy area, Be Tulum has a smaller feel and plenty of character.”
Wellness
Across the road, Yäan Healing Sanctuary features cenote-fed hydrotherapy pools, copper herbal baths, a hammam, and traditional moon-cycle temazcal ceremonies.
“the property feels considerably more intimate than its name and marketing might suggest.”
Backstory
Architect Sebastián Sas built the hideaway in 2009, pioneering Tulum's barefoot aesthetic with reclaimed railway timbers and palapa thatch.
Eat & drink
Fresh coastal seafood takes center stage beachside at Mare'zia, while jungle restaurant Ocúmare pairs wood-fired Mexican dishes with mezcal.
The neighborhood
Located along the southern end of the beach road, the property directly borders the wilderness of Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.