My previous review was for just their restaurant, we made a return trip and due to a snafu at our…read morebooked hotel, Blue Sky came through. We stayed in a beautiful ocean front room next to the pool. It was great views, beautiful sunrises and our son loved jumping right in the pool each morning. The hotel is just finishing up an additional block of new rooms, including rooms with private hot tubs on the porch/balcony overlooking the ocean. There is also a second lap-style swimming pool located in their gardens they are just finishing installation and it's really tranquil and lush in the garden. Provided with your hotel stay is continental breakfast, kayaks and two long decks out into the ocean where you can nap in a hammock or dive off the stairs into the reef. The reef is rather close to the surface for a looooong way(s) out. Great for diving! If you plan to go out into the water, I recommend bringing water shoes- the beaches are a mix of soft sand and reef as you walk up and down the shoreline, but once in the ocean it is all rocky reef. On the second deck out over the water are 2 massage tables and throughout the day couples and singles were out over the water getting their massages- looked very heavinly. The road to get to the hotel is located behind a guard gate and the hotel can order taxis for you most times day or night to get to and from town. If you prefer to rent a car, probably best to rent a larger vehicle, as this is a real "back-road kinda road" in every sense of the potholes. For breakfast and nightcaps, walk over to Casa Cenote - where they play the best rock & blues music, have inexpensive but quality food & drinks, and the best views under a huge palapa. Next to that is a dive shop, where you can order a trip out fishing or diving in small boats and of course, THE Cenote is right behind the dive shop, and this one is less touristy than some up north. I would highly recommend Blue Sky Boutique to families, groups, couples looking to really get away. It's in the perfect location for just being in nature and finding peace and quiet.

My partner and I just got back from our 4-night stay in Tulum/Blue Sky and we had a really lovely…read moretime there. The staff (shout out to Hector and Alexis and Fernando and Beto and Pedro and so many more!) was incredibly friendly, helpful, and down to earth. The hotel is super nice and down a dirt road with some other boutique hotels and houses 10-15min from town. We had a "partial ocean view" room which was very partial, ha, but on the upside, it was very private. If you're going for stunning views of the ocean, spring for the full ocean view rooms. Then again, those are less private and we really enjoyed how cozy and far-away-feeling our room was. Beds are great, AC works great, even the little Nespresso pods were delicious. Honestly the hotel is gorgeous. A highlight of the trip was my birthday night at the hotel restaurant, where I celebrated with two other ladies from Seattle, one from New Mexico, one from Luxembourg, and Fernando, our waiter! It was a riot. Lots of tequila and cake were consumed. I'd recommend renting a car if you stay at Blue Sky and want to do excursions (which you will, trust me! Coba and the Gran Centoe were our favs) but DON'T rent one from a second-party, like Orbitz or Kayak, or you may get screwed over (insurance is a big thing in Mexico), so do yourself a favor and rent directly from the rental's site. Parking was easy. Overall we were thrilled with our experience and had a wonderful time. I highly recommend staying at Blue Sky Tulum and I can't wait to go back!

This resort is amazing if you are looking for a relaxing beach getaway! Our place had a hammock and…read moremini tub on the roof overlooking the beach. Service was amazing and staff was really friendly. The food was also sooo on point. One of my favorite meals in tulum as well. If you are looking to stay at a lit beach club blasting music all night, this isn't the place for you.

This is not a luxury hotel. The steps and decks are rotted. You are not able to lock the doors from…read morethe inside!. The outlets don't work. The wifi doesn't stay connected. Ants all over the place. Please save yourself the headache and stay somewhere else. Nothing luxury about this place. The soaps they give you are liquidy. No security. You can walk in through the beach into any of the bedrooms where people are sleeping.

Beautiful gem. We…read moreunexpectedly found this comfortable hotel while looking for a different hotel. lol. The staff was very friendly and the room rates were too good to be true. I may regret this review when there is no vacancy There is a 10x10 pool which complements the warm atmosphere style. Of course there were amazing plants and trees everywhere. Hostile type accommodations too. Very, very inexpensive. Great option too. Super positive: there is AC and continental break Definitely recommend this place. You will love it.

This place is great. A hostel In front and then 10 hotel rooms in the back Amazing restaurant…read more Super clean. Owner was so nice. Everyone spoke English and was happy to be around and help us. Great tacos and the rooms were so versatile. They had a room with a king bed and bunk beds and another had a king and a queen and they were offset so you don't see the other people. They had a kitchen and recommended hitting the supermarket and cooking there. So much fun. Really enjoyed this place. Just down the street from the beaches the ruins and downtown. Location is perfect for adventures.

Villas Geminis is a wonderful place to stay. Facilities are clean, clever, comfortable, and classy…read more The people are friendly and go out of their way to help. Jillian, the manager, seemed to be at our beck-and-call -- she set us up with an amazing guide to take us around to various sites and destinations (at a great price) and she gave good suggestions and advice on where to go, what to see and do -- and no request was denied, no question answered poorly. Manuel, likewise, was helpful and accommodating. Thank you for making our vacation a truly memorable vacation!

Recently stayed in the Matisse penthouse suite at Villas Geminis, which has an outdoor soaking tub…read more(as do their other two penthouse suites). The hotel itself is very charming with an artistic flare; each room is inspired by a different artist. It's located within walking distance of a reputable bank (Scotia Bank) and many great bars and restaurants. They serve a lovely complimentary breakfast each morning starting at 8 am (hard boiled eggs, breads, granola, the best seemingly freshly squeezed orange juice). You can sit at a large communal table or at one of the many bistro sets throughout their garden. The staff is very friendly. Carmen, who sits at the front desk from 8-noon and then again from 4-8 pm is helpful and attentive. Free wifi provided in the rooms. We took a couple of their bikes down to the Tulum ruins and along the beach one *thankfully cloudy* morning/afternoon. This was a great way to get around, especially since there's a main road (with a bike/walking path) that takes you from the downtown area to the beach. You could also easily bike around the downtown area, as many others do. (But taxis are very reasonable and everywhere -- about 70 pesos or 3.50 USD to get to the beach from Villas Geminis/downtown). There are many things to do nearby, including cenotes. We visited Gran Cenote, which I highly recommend. It's definitely worth noting that (in case you're unfamiliar), downtown Tulum is not a beach town. However, many say the best restaurants in Tulum are in this area, and it's certainly a great way to save money compared with comparable (pool, A/C) much pricier lodging on the beach. We enjoyed our stay. Thanks Villas Geminis!

The staff, location and beach are beautiful! It's Tulum, why wouldn't it be? But this boutique is…read morenot as glamorous as Expedia makes it out to be! Do not believe their lies! We booked and paid through Expedia, when we arrived there was huge confusion and no payment processed! The hotel staff were pretty lost, but eventually it was resolved. So let's start from the beginning. When you locate the hotel, you need to walk through their narrow parking lot to get to their receptionist. The smaller bungalows are inside and the larger ones have Beach front views. It's does have a very jungle like vibe, lots of trees and mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are bad!The rooms are extremely basic: beds, closet and restroom. Here is the catch! Expedia says you can pay 30$ a day to have the AC running 24-7.. that is a lie! AC only works from 8pm - 8am! It is hot and muggy, especially during summer. Our room had lots of mosquitoes! They do not provide nets. The AC does kill them out, but they do return during the day. It did help spraying doors and windows with bug spray and ourselves. The restrooms are very basic but do not have vents. You will have a walk way that leads you to the beach, it does have a bar, beds and umbrellas. Finally, their restaurant food is okay. Last, Expedia says the offer continental breakfast. It's a very sad looking breakfast. Lol one tiny egg, a few slices of bread and fruit. They will cut you off if you ask for anything more. Their Beach is nice, but if it's seaweed season they don't have stuff that clean out like other hotels. Location is nice, it's literally near everything and more. Party on the weekends. I think it's cool to stay if you are on a budget, young, college students who is looking to party. It's not very family oriented. There are definitely nicer locations! I won't stay there again, one time is good enough for me. Enjoy!

My wife and I enjoyed the hotel, what it makes up for in amenities, is the location…read more We stayed in Unit #2 which is on the top floor facing the beach. At first we where booked for the ground floor (facing the beach) but came to appreciate being on the higher floor (due to less people, noise and traffic) Their are only six units that face the beach. The place is small but has, restaurant, bar and even a massage area (on the beach). The roof was kinda of cool being of trees tilted up (framing) and grass panels as the roof covering. Their's a hammock and two chairs outside of each beach front unit, which was perfect for my wife and I. They only run the A/C at night, but wasn't an issue since the weather was so perfect, we just left the window open and the fan going. Parking was a wee bit tough, they have valet service, so just pull up and have them park your car.

My friends and I were celebrating a marriage and a proposal in Tulum, and thought having a private…read morechef come cook at our airbnb would be perfect. AND I WAS RIGHT?! Chef Luis did not disappoint! The process is very easy and simple. I emailed Chef Luis to get a quote and was sent an extensive and affordable menu to choose from (lots of great choices) This is what we decided on: Starters: Beef flour empanadas Fresh fish ceviche with coconut and mango Sikil pak Main course: Rib eye with garlic butter Cochinita pibil tacos Lobster (extra $ but well worth it) Sides: Grilled corn with chipotle dressing Rice and beans Asparagus with bacon and honey Dessert Season fruit sautéed in mezcal with ice cream Everything was very tasty and delicious, but my favorites were the rib eye, lobster, and ceviche, and i also noticed Chef Luis threw in some potatoes too! Thank you Chef! Overall Chef Luis was very responsive/communicative and professional the whole time, He picked up all fresh ingredients, utilized the kitchen as well as the outdoor grill and made the whole house smelling delightful, and he even cleaned up afterwards and packed up our leftovers to store in the fridge :) it definitely was one of my favorite activities that my friends and I shared while we were in Tulum. I highly recommend Chef Luis, friendly and talented Chef!

Extremely disappointing experience with Catering Tulum…read more We booked and prepaid for a private dinner and breakfast during our trip to Tulum. Approximately one hour before our scheduled dinner, Luis cancelled due to a personal emergency. I was initially very understanding of the circumstances. He offered either a replacement chef/rescheduling or a full refund. When the alternative arrangements did not happen, I requested the refund. Luis told me in writing that he would process my refund on Monday. Monday came and went with no refund and no update. I contacted him Tuesday morning and received no response for the entire day, despite the business remaining active on social media. By Wednesday, I still had neither my money nor an update. After repeatedly trying to contact him, Luis finally responded and acknowledged again that he owed me the refund, but attempted to move the refund date to Sunday, explaining that he did not currently have the funds available. I did not agree to that extension. What concerns me most is not simply that the original service had to be cancelled. Emergencies happen. It is the way the situation was handled afterward. I should not have to repeatedly chase a business for money paid for services that the business itself cancelled and never provided. If a refund cannot be processed when promised, at minimum the customer deserves proactive communication rather than being ignored. I have retained the booking information, proof of payment, cancellation messages, refund promises and subsequent correspondence documenting this experience. Based on my experience, I would strongly caution anyone considering prepaying this business to understand the refund process beforehand and keep complete documentation of all payments and communications.

Visited 02/22/24 Stopped here for breakfast. Avocado toast,…read morescrambled eggs and bacon, a small side of black beans for a total of $72....we drank water. Their system was down and none of my cards went through for payment according to the staff. My waitress asked if I could to please tip her in cash because tips on CC are split amongst other waiters and (shockingly) management. After trying different cards several times I had the displeasure of being escorted to a reception area across the street where I met a vicious manager named Gabriela. They ran our cards several more times and held us there for altogether about 45 minutes. Gabriela was very rude during the entire interaction and even threatened the waiter that was present that if he allowed us to leave the bill would be on him. I checked my banking apps and saw the charge pending EIGHT times, and showed this to Gabriella but she said that the charges are not going through because if they had she would have gotten an email. I told her she hasn't gotten anything because clearly her system was down, their whole WiFi was not working. When I asked for a supervisor she said she was the only supervisor there. I left my name, email and hotel I was at but told them I was leaving. I had been treated the entire time as if I was a thief trying to skip out on the bill despite offering several cards for payment. Needless to say I do not recommend this overpriced restaurant or the hotel considering you'll be dealing with a manager with an utter lack of customer service skills and staff that are certainly being taken advantage of.

We visited the bar on a Monday night. We were hopping to different hotels and the signage attracted…read moreus. There was only one other couple having dinner. My husband got the Uva y Lemon which was made with Cognac Hennessy VSOP, Melón, Malibu, Lemon Juice, Sugar. The atmosphere was perfect. Very relaxing and the decor was on point. I'd definitely come back for a meal or enjoy time on the beach.

This event planning service came as a HIGH recommendation from the event space we were using for…read moreour destination wedding and let me tell you, THEY WERE RIGHT. Punctual, thorough, ORGANIZED, a joy to work with. I would recommend them over and over and over. Our wedding day went on without a hitch and think back in fondness! A delightful crew!