Maya Tulum
This resort offers idyllic accommodations in thatched-roof bungalows located right on the beach or in a manicured garden with ocean views. The bungalows have private patios, tiled bathrooms and an open shower area. The restaurant at the Maya Tulum features vegetarian and seafood dishes, while fruit smoothies are the specialty at the bar.
Guests can take advantage of a spa and yoga classes, and the resort offers a different excursion each day of the week to a nearby nature or archaeological site. Trails.com readers should note the Wednesday trip to the Maya ruins at Coba, which includes a bike tour of the site.
Maya Tulum
Carratera Tulum-Boca Paila, Km. 7
Tulum, QR, Mexico 77780
(888) 515-4580
mayatulum.com
Dreams Tulum Resort and Spa
Choose between luxury ocean- and garden-view suites or suites and rooms in a traditional Mexican hacienda setting. All rooms have a balcony or terrace and include air conditioning and DVD/CD players. WiFi is available at an extra charge. Dreams Tulum also boasts seven dining venues serving Mexican and international specialties, and seven indoor and outdoor bars and lounges. Choose the "Unlimited Luxury" package to combine it all in one all-inclusive price.
The spa at Dreams Tulum offers a Whirlpool, sauna and a variety of rejuvenating treatments, while the fitness center is stocked with lifting, stretching and cardio equipment. On-site recreational activities include a climbing wall, sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, snorkeling and bungee-jumping. Guests also have free access to the nearby golf course at El Camaleon Mayakoba. At night, enjoy theme parties, live music and outdoor movies on the beach.
Dreams Tulum Resort and Spa
Carretera Chetumal-Puerto Juarez, Km. 234
Tulum, QR, Mexico 77780
(011-52) 984 871-3333
dreamsresorts.com
Zamas
Nature lovers will appreciate Zamas not only for its organic thatch-roofed huts tucked into the greenery along a white sand beach, but also for its eco-friendly approach that includes using solar and wind power and green cleaning products. It's a smaller, low-key resort option that boasts of a "rustic-chic ambiance" and "hammock culture." There's a dive shop on site and the staff can arrange local sightseeing and recreational tours.
Zamas' Que Fresco! restaurant features seafood dishes like lobster and snapper prepared with Caribbean and Mayan spices. There are plenty of vegetarian options as well, and fresh fruits and vegetables are a key part of all dishes.
Zamas
Carretera Punta Allen, Km. 5
Tulum, QR, Mexico 77780
(415) 387-9806
zamas.com
