Design
Jungle Keva Tulum Villa/Lodges & Venue
“Chukum jungle lodges”
Azulik Resort
“Biophilic jungle treehouse”
Babel Tulum
“Retro-futuristic jungle compound”
Hotel Milam, Michelin Key winner
“Sculpted jungle roost”
Casa Malca
“Art-collector beachfront estate”
Our Habitas Tulum
“Barefoot jungle sanctum”
The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai
“Stilted mangrove resort”
La Valise Tulum
“Bohemian beachfront cocoon”
Local
Hotel Xcaret Arte
“Artisan jungle playground”
Olas Tulum
“Off-grid beach house”
Papolchac - Coqui Coqui Coba Residences & Spa
“Limestone perfumery residence”
La Zebra Tulum, a Small Luxury Hotel
“Barefoot beachfront hangout”
Ahau Tulum
“Barefoot palapa lodge”
Papaya Playa Project
“Bohemian coastal playground”
NABOA Hotel
“Geometric jungle clearing”
Hacienda Wakax
“Yucatecan jungle estate”
Social
Nômade
“Bohemian jungle sanctuary”
Papaya Playa Project
“Bohemian coastal playground”
Thompson Playa del Carmen Main House
“Midcentury rooftop perch”
Hotel Bardo
“Jungle brutalist cocoon”
Our Habitas Tulum
“Barefoot jungle sanctum”
Wellness Quiet Secluded
Fairmont Mayakoba
“Canal-laced mangrove resort”
Be Tulum Hotel
“Bohemian beach lodge”
Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya
“Caribbean cove showpiece”
Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya
“Secluded mangrove retreat”
Viceroy Riviera Maya
“Coastal jungle villas”
Alila Mayakoba
“Biophilic mangrove oasis”
Banyan Tree Mayakoba
“Mangrove canal cove”
Etéreo
“Stilted mangrove roost”
Medalled $–$$$
TRS Yucatan Hotel
“Adults-only mangrove sanctuary”
Fairmont Mayakoba
“Canal-laced mangrove resort”
Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya
“Caribbean cove showpiece”
Paradisus La Perla - Adults Only - Riviera Maya
“Mangrove beachfront haven”
Hacienda Wakax
“Yucatecan jungle estate”
NABOA Hotel
“Geometric jungle clearing”
Opened 2024+
Hotel Indigo Playa del Carmen by IHG
“Bohemian rooftop hotel”
Alila Mayakoba
“Biophilic mangrove oasis”
Moxy Tulum
“Boho-pop jungle clubhouse”
Bespoke
“Geometric bayfront residences”
The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai
“Stilted mangrove resort”
Hotel Milam, Michelin Key winner
“Sculpted jungle roost”
Babel Tulum
“Retro-futuristic jungle compound”
Resort
Hotel Xcaret México
“Eco-integrative jungle playground”
Hotel Xcaret Arte
“Artisan jungle playground”
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
“Reefside adults-only resort”
Paradisus Playa del Carmen - Riviera Maya
“Mangrove waterpark playground”
VidantaWorld Jungala Hotel - Riviera Maya
“Jungle fantasy haven”
Impression Moxché by Secrets
“Adults-only Riviera Maya resort”
Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen
“Cenote-fringed beachfront playground”
Palafitos Overwater Bungalows
“Overwater palapa sanctuary”
Editorial mentions
Maroma, A Belmond Hotel
“Artisanal coastal hacienda”
Hotel Esencia
“Aristocratic coastal cove”
Rosewood Mayakoba
“Mangrove lagoon estate”
The St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya
“Celestial mangrove redoubt”
Chablé Maroma
“Beachfront jungle sanctum”
La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret
“Sculptural coastal residence”
Banyan Tree Mayakoba
“Mangrove canal cove”
Casa Malca
“Art-collector beachfront estate”
Secluded
Palmaïa - The House of AïA
“Jungle wellness enclave”
Hotel Esencia
“Aristocratic coastal cove”
Hotel Xcaret México
“Eco-integrative jungle playground”
Grand Velas Riviera Maya
“Coastal jungle playground”
Maroma, A Belmond Hotel
“Artisanal coastal hacienda”
Rosewood Mayakoba
“Mangrove lagoon estate”
La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret
“Sculptural coastal residence”
Nômade
“Bohemian jungle sanctuary”
Wellness Central or lively
Delek Tulum
“Handcrafted stilt cabañas”
Encantada Tulum
“Thatched palapa house”
Sana Tulum
“Moroccan riad refuge”
Ahau Tulum
“Barefoot palapa lodge”
Design New or redone
Chablé Maroma
“Beachfront jungle sanctum”
Bespoke
“Geometric bayfront residences”
Sana Tulum
“Moroccan riad refuge”
Luxe Lively
Aldea Canzul
“Beachfront villa enclave”
TAGO Tulum
“Beachfront chukum compound”
Nest
“Barefoot beach lodge”
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Ahau TulumAl fresco spa treatments and massages, including the signature Mayan Clay ritual using regional medicinal clay.DesignWellnessLocal$$$ Ajal Tulum Tree HousesIn-room massage and spa treatments bookable upon request, alongside private reiki and Mayan cacao ceremonies.DesignWellnessLocal$$ Aldea CanzulBeachfront villa enclaveDesignLuxeLocal$$$$ Alila MayakobaSix treatment casitas for indoor and alfresco bodywork, with treatment programming based on the 260-day Mayan Tzolk'in calendar using Melipona honey, Yucatecan clays, and native botanicals.DesignWellnessResort$$$$ Aluna Resort TulumSecond-floor spa offering massages and facials, including the signature Masaje de Ritual MayaDesignWellnessSocial$$ Ana y José Hotel & SpaCopal Wellness Center with dedicated treatment rooms and beachfront cabanas, offering copal smoke ceremonies, Mayan mud wraps, detox body wraps, scrubs, reflexology, and facials.WellnessClassicLocal$$$ Azulik ResortMaya Spa providing Azvlik Signature five-path massage, Ancient Traditional Massage with rebozo wrapping, Mayan Sobada abdominal massage, and Ixkik Herbal RitualDesignWellnessSocial$$$$B
Babel TulumSpa treatment cabins dedicated to holistic bodywork and restorative therapiesDesignWellnessSocial$$ Banyan Tree MayakobaOverwater and open-air pavilions offering Thai and Mayan-inspired massages, body treatments, and in-villa therapies by academy-trained therapists.LuxeWellnessResort$$$$ Be PlayaMassage and wellness treatments available upon request.DesignWellnessSocial$$ Be Tulum HotelPre-Hispanic Mayan rituals, energy healing, copper herbal bath therapies, and massage treatments at Yäan Healing SanctuaryDesignWellnessLuxe$$$$ BespokeIn-residence massage and wellness treatments available on request.DesignLuxeLocal$$$C
Casa MalcaCalma Spa rooftop pavilion offering holistic Mayan rituals, deep-tissue and hot stone massages, body wraps, and facials utilizing Germaine de Capuccini, Hydrafacial, and Glacial Fx technologies.DesignLuxeWellness$$$$ Casa Pueblo TulumMinimalist coastal outpostDesignSocialLocal$$$ Chablé Maroma17,000-square-foot spa facility offering Mayan healing journeys across Ocean, Tree, and Air rituals, sound healing, and herbal pindas workshopsDesignLuxeWellness$$$$ Chiringuito Tulum HotelFull-body massages, head massages, back massages, and couples treatments in-room, outdoor massage area, or designated treatment pavilionDesignResortSocial$$$ Conrad Tulum Riviera MayaConrad Spa Tulum with 16 individual casita-style treatment rooms, offering the Kinich Ahau four-hand ritual, Itzamná body wrap, and Mayan Manteada shawl alignmentWellnessResortDesign$$$D
Delek TulumHolistic and ancestral Mayan body therapies in partnership with Medicine Wheel, Janzu water therapy, sound baths, breathwork, and body massagesWellnessDesignLocal$$$E
Encantada TulumIn-room and on-property treatments following mood-based cycles, including Loolha massage, Muun holistic massage, Yuumil ancestral ritual, Sayab aromatherapy, Tunich Ooxol hot stones, Kichpanil facial and gua sha, and body wraps.DesignWellnessLuxe$$$ EtéreoSANA Spa with seven private treatment rooms with outdoor terraces, offering obsidian and jade stone massages and herbal poultice therapies.DesignLuxeWellness$$$$F
Fairmont MayakobaFairmont Spa featuring 16 treatment cabins, up to three couples spa suites, a Cha Vichy shower room, a quartz sand therapy room, and a botanical herb garden for custom treatments.WellnessResortLuxe$$$G
Grand Velas Riviera MayaAncestral Mayan-inspired treatments using organic local ingredients, cancer-certified wellness treatments, and kids' rituals across a 90,000-square-foot facility.LuxeWellnessResort$$$$H
Hacienda WakaxDedicated jungle-view spa treatment rooms providing holistic, relaxing, and deep-tissue bodywork massages.ResortWellnessLocal$$$ Haven Riviera CancúnNine dedicated treatment suites plus a Luxury Sensory Journey Suite, Luxury Party Suite, and Luxury Bridal Suite; Mayan healing philosophies, personalized aromatherapy, and botanical ritualsResortWellnessSocial$$$ Hotel BardoDeep tissue, hot stone, and restorative body treatments at The Spa 13, alongside sound therapy with Tibetan singing bowls.DesignWellnessSocial$$$ Hotel EsenciaRestorative Mayan rituals, bespoke organic scrubs and balms, Reiki, and phytotherapy.LuxeDesignWellness$$$$ Hotel Indigo Playa del Carmen by IHGBohemian rooftop hotelDesignSocialLocal$$ Hotel Milam, Michelin Key winnerXunáan Spa offering holistic treatments, indigenous botanical bodywork, and Mayan healing rituals.DesignLuxeWellness$$$$ Hotel Nerea TulumIcalli Spa offering signature Kukulkan Massage, Abuela Maya Massage with rebozo shawl stretching, cupping, herbal oils, ancestral cacao rituals, and Pre-Hispanic sound ritualsDesignWellnessResort$$$ Hotel Tiki Tiki TulumMid-century jungle lodgeDesignSocialLocal$$ Hotel Xcaret Arte24 massage cabins carved into natural stone caves including a cenote-view signature suite, Alchemist Room for custom product blending, sound therapy, and mud rituals.ResortDesignLocal$$$$ Hotel Xcaret MéxicoMuluk Spa with 21 private treatment cabins, Mayan ancestral rituals, water-based energy therapies, and a Muluk Spa Familia wing.ResortDesignWellness$$$$ Hotelito Azul TulumBeachfront spa providing ocean-facing therapeutic massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs.DesignWellnessSocial$$$I
Impression Moxché by SecretsSecrets Spa by Pevonia featuring 16 treatment rooms, including 5 VIP double suites with private plunge pools, waterfalls, outdoor showers, and private massage areas, plus two holistic wellness beds.ResortLuxeWellness$$$$J
Jashita Hotel TulumCaoba Spa featuring open-air jungle pavilion and indoor suites, offering Ayurvedic treatments, clay-based Luu'k rituals, and Mayan shamanic ceremoniesLuxeWellnessDesign$$$$ Jungle Keva Tulum Villa/Lodges & VenueIn-room and on-site massage treatments available on appointment, including full-body and deep-tissue bodywork.DesignWellnessLocal$$$L
La Casa de la Playa by XcaretMuluk Spa featuring 13 treatment rooms, including five double massage cabins with private jacuzzis and hydrotherapy, eight double cabins between wellness suites, and a dedicated scents apothecary studio for customized oils.LuxeDesignResort$$$$ La Valise TulumJungle spa offering holistic Mayan treatments, moon ceremonies, rose-infused baths, sound healing, and customized bodyworkDesignLuxeLocal$$$$ La Zebra Tulum, a Small Luxury HotelOpen-air cabana massage treatments, deep-tissue massage, reflexology, body scrubs, and facialsLuxeResortLocal$$$$ Layla Tulum Boutique Hotel & RestaurantIn-room and on-site massage treatments on request including full-body massages, couples massages, body scrubs, and facials.DesignLuxeSocial$$M
Maroma, A Belmond HotelMaroma Spa by Guerlain featuring 9 treatment cabins including couples suites, signature Bee Healing Ritual utilizing Guerlain Abeille Royale line, and constellation wellness massage.LuxeDesignWellness$$$$ Marquee Playa HotelCinematic rooftop hotelDesignLuxeSocial$$ Mi Amor, an SLH HotelBoutique spa pavilion with couple's massage cabanas offering Mayan cacao mud wraps, organic ground-coffee exfoliation, orange blossom and vanilla flower baths, and reflexology.DesignWellnessLuxe$$$ Moxy TulumSpa offering body treatments and relaxation spaces.DesignWellnessSocial$ Muare Tulum HotelPrivate outdoor jungle massage cabins offering Mayan-inspired clay, honey, hot stone, and obsidian rituals.DesignWellnessLuxe$$$N
NABOA HotelOn-site spa treatments and massage services including full body, back, head, and foot therapies.DesignLuxeLocal$$$ NestIn-suite and open-air beachfront massage and holistic bodywork sessions, plus cacao ceremonies, sound healing, and breathwork.DesignLuxeLocal$$$ NômadeMayan healing therapies including Sobada Maya massage, energy realignment, and holistic bodyworkDesignWellnessSocial$$$$O
Olas TulumOff-grid beach houseDesignLocalSocial$$$ Our Habitas TulumOpen-air treatment spaces offering bodywork, Yucatan-inspired rituals, and Mayan clay treatmentsDesignWellnessSocial$$$P
Palafitos Overwater BungalowsTreatment suites with ocean views and glass floors, offering Mayan-inspired healing rituals and sea moss treatments.DesignResortLuxe$$$$ Palmaïa - The House of AïAAtlantis Spa jungle treatment pavilions offering ancient Mayan healing rituals, Ayurvedic therapies, aromatherapies, and holistic bodyworkLuxeWellnessResort$$$$ Papaya Playa ProjectMaya-inspired shamanic healing rituals, therapeutic massages, botanical facials, body wraps, and sound healing sessions at Casa Wellness SpaSocialDesignLocal$$$ Papolchac - Coqui Coqui Coba Residences & SpaOpen-air treatment spaces offering Mayan homeopathic healing rituals, deep tissue massage, organic facials, and botanical fruit scrubs utilizing proprietary Coqui Coqui oils.DesignWellnessLocal$$$ Paradisus La Perla - Adults Only - Riviera Maya22 treatment cabins (14 indoor, 2 outdoor, 6 beachside cabanas) offering Mayan-inspired therapies, aromatherapy, facials, and massagesResortLuxeWellness$$$ Paradisus Playa del Carmen - Riviera Maya14 indoor treatment cabins including two couples VIP suites with private jacuzzis, plus six beachfront massage cabins offering facials and body rituals with local Mexican honey and botanical extracts; Wellness for Cancer certified.ResortLuxeWellness$$$R
Rosewood Mayakoba12 open-air and lagoon-side treatment rooms, plus 8 two-level island wellness suites with dedicated private treatment rooms at Sense, A Rosewood Spa.LuxeWellnessResort$$$$ Royalton Reserve Paraíso de la BonitaSeven private treatment cabins, including three single treatment rooms and four couples suites, set across open-air oceanfront decks and garden pavilions, with select rooms offering Japanese deep tubs.LuxeWellnessResort$$$$S
Sana TulumMassage therapy and custom spa treatments available on request.DesignLuxeWellness$$$ Secrets Akumal Riviera MayaSecrets Spa by Pevonia spanning 18,000 square feet with 15 treatment rooms, including indoor and outdoor couples suites with whirlpool tubs, offering Pevonia treatments including Mayan-inspired body wraps, seaweed therapies, sea salt glows, and facialsResortLuxeWellness$$$ Secrets Moxché Playa del CarmenSecrets Spa by Pevonia featuring 16 treatment rooms, including five VIP double suites with private plunge pools, and a full-service salonResortDesignWellness$$$$T
TAGO TulumMassage and bodywork therapies in dedicated treatment areas, beach cabanas, or in-suite using organic products, plus native Mayan Temazcal rituals.DesignLuxeWellness$$$ The Riviera Maya EDITION at KanaiSix private indoor-outdoor treatment suites named after white flowers.DesignWellnessResort$$$$ The St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya8 treatment suites offering cosmological and Mayan-inspired botanical journeys in partnership with Sothys Paris, plus the Iridium Lounge and a standalone relaxation salonDesignLuxeResort$$$$ Thompson Playa del Carmen Main HouseMidcentury rooftop perchDesignSocialResort$$ TRS Yucatan HotelPrivate treatment cabins offering Mayan rituals, massages, body wraps, and facial treatmentsResortLuxeWellness$$$U
Una Vida, TulumDedicated treatment rooms offering individual and couples bodywork and holistic massagesDesignWellnessLocal$$V
Viceroy Riviera MayaWayak Spa with circular treatment rooms overlooking waterfalls, herbal and copal mud body treatments, and open-air massages on the pier.LuxeWellnessDesign$$$$ VidantaWorld Jungala Hotel - Riviera MayaSpatium jungle spa with open-air massage pavilions and signature body treatments.ResortLuxeWellness$$$$W
Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya40,000-square-foot spa with 21 indoor and outdoor treatment rooms, full-service beauty salon, and Mayan-inspired healing rituals including Yaxche Journey and obsidian mirror rituals.LuxeWellnessResort$$$$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.
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.
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.