We booked AZULIK for my birthday trip and stayed five nights and six days in a Sea Villa, and it was truly one of the most unique experiences I have ever had. Not peaceful most times; loud drumming and music one night until 3am, loud shouting from a couple above us, a woman screaming "help" outside our door 3am who ended up trashing our place. Very inconsistent and below average room service. If you love your room service, DO NOT COME HERE! Honestly the WORST! Constantly got shit wrong and every order was messed up. Very frustrating and disappointing.
We stayed in the lower level Sea Villa with our own soaking tub right above the ocean. Falling asleep and waking up to nonstop ocean sounds was incredibly soothing and the best part staying here. Not the best sleep, but good enough for a few days during our stay. The large circular bed was surprisingly comfortable. It got pretty hot a few nights so did not use our blanket. The shell shaped soaking tub with the shower above it felt like something out of a fantasy. Just annoying that water splattered everywhere and the floors were always wet. I hated the toilet situation too. It was like glamping on the beach.
Everything in the room feels intentional and artistic. The design, colors, and textures are stunning. It truly feels like living in a bohemian treehouse over the ocean. Every detail is thoughtful and beautifully curated.
The amenities here are nice. Daily yoga at 8:30 am with a super sweet instructor, private beach access with plenty of seating, and an outdoor oceanfront gym at Ocean-IK that is absolutely incredible. Working out on the sand and even climbing the rock wall was such a unique experience. Your stay even includes access to the museum Sfer-Ik, which is a plus! The spa was pretty. Only downfall was the woman who worked there. As guests, I expected to be treated nicely and she was not nice at all. She was very rude and only gave my husband a towel. That experience was the last straw.
All of the restaurants are beautiful. We enjoyed breakfast, tried the Japanese restaurant Tseen-Ja, and ordered room service. It's all very pricey dining here! The vegan pasta tho is to die for, and honestly everything we ordered was delicious. The only downside for me was the coffee, which was not great, but I come from a place that has perfected lattes, so I may be biased. I did not come here for the coffee. I came for the eco friendly resort and the vibe, and that part exceeded expectations.
Our concierge, Stacy, was attentive. We communicated through WhatsApp and she always responded immediately most of the time. You can tell she truly loves her job. Sad she apologized most of the texts. All of the staff here is very friendly except the woman at the spa and any small issues we had were attempted to be taken care of.
One of my favorite things about staying here was the candlelight culture. They really encourage minimal electricity use and mindful practices, including being careful with water and waste. It made us feel connected to their mission of preservation, and we genuinely wanted to do our part to respect the beauty they have created. Though be cautious leaving your candles lit all night which they said would be fine,
It we came back anyone had exploded so there was broken glass on our floor.
Throughout the property, there are beautiful netted walkways that make you feel like you are walking on air, lots of pillows and lounge areas, and the perfect "Tulum music" vibe. Soft, upbeat, and elevated. Never overwhelming unless it's after hours and you're trying to catch some Zzz.
One night on the rooftop, a shaman performed a beautiful ceremonial ritual, followed by a live DJ. It was such a vibe.
This place is pretty magical. From the design to the service to the energy, everything feels special and intentional. I cannot imagine not coming back here every year now, but not staying at Azulik. There are so many other eco-resorts on the beach.
Restaurants, Shopping, Wellness, Cenotes, Mayan ruins is not too far and lots of these are walking distance. We rented an ATV n dune buggy for a day and you can just park across the street. So easy!
I get why they only have 3 stars. Pretty to look at, great location; but it ain't a 5 star. read more