As spectacular as Tulum itself is the pristine beach preserved below it. On a good day during the…read moreright time of year, expect warm, crystal blue waters and decent swimming in the shadow of the ancient man made wonders above. Just in terms of beaches and beauty, this is well-worth the price of admission all on its own. I have paid two visits to this park and, depending on the season, had two different experiences. One was the aforementioned slice of paradise when the beach was nothing but picture-perfect beauty. The other was during a summer tropical storm where the water was brown from all the kicked up sand, full of seawood and the waves were high and dangerous. Pick the time of year carefully to visit (the fall or early in the winter is better) and you'll be fine.

It's a very natural beach and not overcrowded while we were there…read more Lots of good food and drinks available in the beach area. We got a small boat excursion with snorkeling for $40.

Tulum was a pre-Columbian, walled Mayan city that is located on a cliff on the Yucatán Peninsula…read moreoverlooking the Caribbean Sea. It was inhabited from the 13th to 15th centuries and played an important role in defense and trade. My husband and I toured the Tulum ruins with a tour guide. The site was walkable, although the weather was very sunny and hot. We saw the structures El Castillo, a castle overlooking the beautiful shore; the Temple of the Frescoes, which has wall murals; the Temple of the Descending God; Casa del Chultun; and many others. The ruins were roped off, so we could see them only from a distance and not touch them, but they still looked impressive and interesting. We also enjoyed seeing wildlife such as iguanas. We have visited other Mayan ruins in Mexico and in Belize, and in comparison, I do recommend visiting Tulum.

Our 2nd time to Tulum Ruins was great! We joined a tour this time and enjoyed it. Our guide was…read moreknowledgeable and very accommodating when questioned. We went on a March weekend and was surprised it was not crowded which was great. I would love to come back during sunset next time - the dramatic scenery, combining ancient ruins with a beautiful beach and the ocean view, will definitely be worth it!

Be Tulum is a beautiful property on the surface, but the guest experience is a constant struggle…read moreagainst failing infrastructure. We dealt with a non-functional HVAC system (requiring us to empty a dehumidifier every three hours), inconsistent hot water, loose door handles, and a broken safe. The most disappointing part was management's response. While we raised these issues repeatedly, the 'fixes' were either temporary patches or entirely ignored. It is exhausting to spend a luxury vacation acting as your own maintenance coordinator because the hotel fails to address basic room functionality.

Inside Our Room Our…read morestay at Be Tulum was not just disappointing--it was deeply disturbing. Our passports, my husband's credit card, and my cell phone were taken from inside our room. We later realized that two staff members had been inside our room around that time, which makes this situation even more concerning. The passports were returned days later without any explanation, but the damage was already done. We felt unsafe, violated, and extremely uncomfortable for the rest of our stay. Instead of properly addressing this serious issue, the response from the hotel made us feel watched and uneasy. This is not just poor service--this is a major safety and security failure. I strongly warn other travelers to be very cauti

This was the best day of my life! Juan was on time, extremely friendly and very knowledgeable. He…read moretook us to the best cenotes that you can't find on the tourist trail. We had a private tour of the most beautiful, crystal clear cenotes you'll ever see. Juan even had the most delicious fruit for us between cenotes. Do the above/below ground tour. You won't be disappointed. Absolutely amazing!!!

Can it get any more convenient than this? Right in the middle of downtown Tulum. Few steps away…read morefrom the town center. The bus terminal is small but is so intelligently designed and very strategically located. Another addition to the long list of outstanding things about this wonderful town called Tulum! Here are some of the key highlights: 1. It's best to book your tickets a few days in advance given how much the locals and tourists rely on the bus connections going in and out of Tulum. Especially if you are going to the Airport or down south to Chetumal or even up north towards Merrida. Playa del Carmen - maybe not. Too many collectivos plying back and forth on that route. 2. Booking in advance also helps you choose the seats on the buses. It is not first come first serve system for boarding here. Seats get assigned and you can choose your preference when you book them. (take notice Greyhound / Peter Pan / Megabus / et al!) 3. The staff at the counter is very friendly. And they all speak la ingles! 4. One very important point: During the month of February. some parts of Quintana Roo (that includes Tulum), turn the clocks forward by an hour as compared to Cancun time. The buses leave according to the Tulum time. So booking the tickets at this bus terminal becomes even more important so that you know you are going to board your bus at the right time and not miss it by an hour. There are 2 Big Clocks showing The 2 different times - right next to the bookin window! This is of importance because in this modern day and age, the cell phones (if they get the wireless network you are riding on) refuse to come to terms with this reality that is followed only in this beautiful region. No auto update for Quintana Roo time? Take that iOS and Android devices - some place you guys are completely useless! 5. There is a small store attached to the bus terminal that sells essentials - water, soda, juices, coffee, to go snacks and sandwiches, Hola magazines en espaniol, and such. Pretty awesome! PS: No cerveza! (Nothing in this world is 100% awesome) 6. The terminal also has a very well kept, Neat and Very Clean public rest room that is pay-to-use. Huge, tall 8+ feet turnstiles to get access after you drop in the coin. Guess what - 5 pesos Only! ~ 35.3 US cents - that's some DEAL! 7. The information board outside the booking counter has a lot of information - in English and Spanish. Destinations, departure times, trip time, and fare prices that you can read and plan your move towards the booking counter with less queries. My many a college degrees come handy somewhere at least! 8. Finally, the seating area is not huge. For a terminal that can handle 4 buses standing next to each other, the hall has benches that can seat approx 30-40 (depending on people sizes and accompanied luggage) max and can get crowded pretty fast. But the benches are well apart that when to full capacity, you won't be feeling like one of the 37 sardines crammed in a tiny can. No - you will be just fine. As goes common sense - arrive a little early. Grab a good spot. Do some people watch. Maybe you will get lucky, catch a free show, before you go. Awesome tourists from somewhere in Wales, taking out zip locks of baby carrots, eating healthy before a bus ride to Chetumal, asking their tour Italian guide about whether the mini bus they will be on for the second trip will really be a chicken bus and he replies, yes, but no birds on board, but crowded enough that there won't be seats - just standing space for the 2 hour ride through the mountains... Precious!! I know where I will be going to next... Enjoy!!

Tourist cafe with okay food. Very pretty ambiance. Great…read moreservice okay Good space between others at their tables so would've been perfect during Covid really bland food though. Okay

Great freshly made food in a nice open garden patio. Service was friendly. Greatly enjoyed the…read moretamales, fideo, cazuelas, and jugos. Location is near the convento so it's convenient while sightseeing.

10/10. Nothing more to say! What a wonderful traditional experience of the local cuisine! From…read morecomplimentary appetizers, so delicious entrees, to a tour of the gardens and a demonstration on how chocolate is made, this place does it all! I had the Longaniza valladolid, my wife had the chicken, and we had horchata and another drink as well! It was truly a special experience, and a highlight of our entire trip!

Great mayan food. Highly recommend chaya drink. …read more .

We ate at this restaurant in the Zentik Project Hotel a few times while staying there in December…read more2019, and more recently for lunch when stopping by again during a day trip. The menu leans heavily toward seafood and Mayan influences, and I have always been extremely happy with my meals. The service is great, the atmosphere wonderful and the "special coffee" is a must have! The only reason I give it 4 instead of 5 stars is that Hubby has been a little disappointed a couple times (ie. overcooked tuna). Definitely worth a stop if you are in the area or staying in the hotel.

Tonight we decided to eat here at our Hotel Restaurant called Naino, the Hotel is ZENTI'K Project…read moreeco-friendly The restaurant is very cozy, but a little dark. Our two waiters both named Carlos were very good, but are very busy with other tables, so we didn't get to service that were accustomed to. We ordered the Mediterranean salad, it was very good but the lettuce should be crisp and cold and it wasn't. My wife ordered the ham croquettes, she's very happy with her dinner. I ordered the Ribeye steak with with french fries, the steak has to be one of the best steaks I have had in 20 years, absolutely delicious. The french fries were a little bit on the cold side and not crispy. It came with a salad, but again the lettuce was not cold, and not crispy. Overall, we highly recommend Nainos Restaurant. My wife had the margarita and she says it's one of the best margaritas that she has ever had, the bartender; Carlo's who was also I waiter did a fantastic job with that drink. Chef Bob Lissandrello Yucatan Food Critic

You crawl out of Chichén Itzá sunburned, dusted in ancient limestone, vaguely questioning your life…read morechoices--and then you land here. Just steps from Valladolid's buzzing zócalo, where scooters zip past and church bells cut through the heat, this place hides in a garden like a well-kept secret. Lantern light. Greenery. The kind of setting that makes you slow down whether you meant to or not. Romantic without trying too hard. The food? Solid. Confident. Proudly Yucatecan. Sausages with snap and smoke. Poc chuc--citrus-marinated pork, kissed by flame--bright and satisfying after a long day wandering ruins. And the beef pibil, wrapped in that earthy, achiote-stained depth that tastes like it's been cooking since before you bought your plane ticket. Not fussy. Just honest, regional flavor done right. Presentation was sharp without being pretentious. Plates came out looking like someone cared. Service was efficient--no hovering, no theatrics. They know you're hot, hungry, and probably still thinking about pyramids. They move accordingly. It's the kind of place that feels like a reward. Ancient wonders by day. Garden dinner by night. Valladolid humming just beyond the walls. That's a good way to end a day in the Yucatán.

Ambiance on the patio is quite nice. FOOD...forget about…read moreit. One of the signature beef dishes was extremely tough. Fish way overcooked..although they did remake it, just a little better the 2nd time. I'm very disappointed that we wasted one of evening's here.

Hacienda Kaan AC can be very difficult to find if you attempt to use Google Maps or any of the…read morelisted addresses. Save yourself some stress and please use our directions to drive to this wonderful establishment: From Cancun/Airport - Take 307 to 180 to 180D (basically follow the signs to Valladolid/Merida). Be warned, this is a toll road. It costs about 300 pesos and they do not accept foreign currency or credit cards. The cost is about $15-20 USD, but will save you about 90minutes. Since it is a toll road, there are no towns or gas stations till you hit Valladolid (about 90km). After about an hour (we drove the speed limit), take 295 South towards Valladolid. At the roundabout, follow the signs to Cancun via 180 (the Northeastern part of the "wheel" if you look at a map). At the stop sign, take a left and cross over the highway and 2 exit/entrance ramps to the Hotel (It's a huge sign/gated entrance). If you see Mayapan Traditional Agave Distillery, you've gone West instead of East. If you see the police stop in Valladolid, you've gone too far and do not use the 180 that runs through town; it will take you all the way to Tulum. Five Stars isn't enough to describe how amazing Hacienda Kaan AC. A hidden gem in the Yucatan that has set the standard for all of our future stays at any Resort/Bed & Breakfast. We were hesitant to write this review, because we thought about keeping it for ourselves and the locals that visit here often. If you are looking for a combination of rest and adventure, look no further. The Hacienda, itself, is rich in history, which is detailed in a book written in 1864. The book, "El Filibustero" described the adventure and love story of a pirate that resulted in the property that is translated from Mayan to mean "High in the Sky," hence the hotel's other name "El Olimpo." Even the main building, El Castillo, was reconstructed from the archaeological remains of a 16th century castle (large pictures of the site are located in the resorts restaurant) and contains an extensive collection of artwork from that period. Yes, you are literally staying in a museum and historical site located in the heart of the Yucatan. More on adventure: We highly recommend that you have your own transportation if you decide to stay here. The hotel is located 15minutes North of ancient city of Valladolid, a great place for strolling through its colonial-era stone streets to visit extremely tourist friendly restaurants, chapels, markets, and cenotes. Three major Mayan Ruins are located within driving distance: Chichen Itza, Ek' Balam, and Coba (the last is located in Quintana Roo half way between the hotel and the ocean), Many cenotes are located around the hotel in addition to their own private one (the mechanism used for raising and lowering people looks ancient and scary - we don't think it has been in operation for years). More on relaxation: During your stay, you can enjoy their pools, wander the grounds, or just relax in their comfortable rooms with jetted tubs and powerful AC units. You'll basically have your own private Butler that works the grounds and the restaurant. Edwardo worked two of the three nights that we visited. English was not his first language, but he was extremely patient and friendly. Helping us despite our horrid Spanish (we've gotten rusty over the last ten years since living in Juarez) and teaching us some Mayan in the process: "Ni'bo'olal!". Each stay comes with a complimentary breakfast at their restaurant too (Please see our separate review for the restaurant). I could write pages on how amazing and relaxing our stay was Hacienda Kaan AC. We'd love to return and, if your looking for an amazing hotel on your adventures in the Yucatan, we suggest you that you plan your stay here.

Found this gem on Yelp. Beautiful Hacienda full of history. The grounds are gorgeous, and the new…read morerooms are fantastic. The staff is friendly, and willing to share the stories they know about the place. It's so nice to stay in a place so full of history, and that is keeping its charm and not becoming another touristy place changing to suit the patrons. My only complaint is that when I asked for Chocolate (Mexican hot chocolate) for breakfast, they offered me chocomilk (which is like nesquick). But I did have some great Mexican eggs and conchas. This is a great place to