If you are looking to relax in Tulum, stay as far away from Om Tulum as possible.
This hotel blasted music until 3AM on our first night and refused to offer us more that a "continental breakfast" in return (probably a $5 value). They continued to play loud music throughout the day, making it impossible to relax on their beach. Their website promises:
"Romantic and relaxing"
"The intimate natural ambiance that you feel as a guest at OM Tulum Beach Hotel will bring forth the restful moments you've longed for..."
"Experience a Higher Sense of Self..."
"Our open air wooden deck restaurant and hookah lounge, decorated with red fabric, soft-light lanterns, and soft-music are all complimented by the warm caribbean ocean breeze"
"Our beach club harem beds, hammock area and individual palapas for shade is here just for your pleasure and relaxation "
Everything on their site, in fact, promotes that this is a tranquil place to stay and rest. The opposite was true. Despite the insanity of the first day and night, when they were throwing a full-on party, and despite our complaints, the music continued throughout the day, making it impossible to enjoy a moment's peace. Our protests were met only with shrugs of the shoulder.
We booked the hotel two days before arriving, so were already inside their posted cancellation policy. And we recognize that this policy was posted online. However, many other things were posted online (see above) which were absolutely false advertising. We are being charged for an experience that was NOT delivered to us as promised. Furthermore, there was absolutely no attempt to rectify the situation amicably by the management.
For some reason, the management thinks everyone in the world wants to listen to loud house/lounge/trip hop while lying on the beach or sitting in the restaurant or, even worse, while trying to sleep. If that's what you want - go for it. If you're looking for peace and quiet, and if you're looking for reasonable management who actually listen to the needs of their guests, stay away!! read more