Tulum is exactly what your day dreaming tropical oasis, mind imagines when it comes to tropical oceanside vacations….

It’s gorgeous jungle-vibes-meets-beach-town atmosphere offers the best of everything.

It’s eco-friendly living… along the coast of Mexico’s stunning Caribbean. * Pinch me now, right?!*

Tulum is a Mayan city that shares similar tourist attractions to Cancun, Cabo and Playa Del Carmen but, this is something different.

Tulum is truly the Manhattan of Mexico for a reason… This jungle vibes boho-chic beach town offers the best of everything if you’re interested in a luxury-meets-nature vacation destination.

There's a ginormous selection of beautiful landscapes, crystal-blue beaches, and iconic cenotes to explore… with endless accommodation options at your doorstep.

So where to stay? .. read on.

How long is enough?

Anywhere from 3-12 days 

Tulum can be broken into 4 prime areas you’d be interested in staying in, based on the proximity to the beach, shops, and all activities within the areas you could reach by bicycle.

 Tulum Hotel Zone

“premium vacation resorts along the beach” this is where you’ll find every Instagram-centric beach resort with all the boho-chic decor and fancy menu options

It’s worth mentioning you must stay in hotel accommodation in this area, condo rental are not possible.

Hotel Zone Accommodation Recommendations:

• Be Tulum

• Kanan Tulum

• Amansala

• Papaya Playa Project

• Ana y Jose

• La Zebra

• Nest Tulum

• Sanara Tulum

• Azulik

• Akkuun Tulum

• Nomade

• La Valise Tulum

• Alaya Tulum

• The Beach Tulum

Aldea Zama

Long-term rentals + upscale condo living is - Aldea Zama. This area is well kept, and inclusively desired so you never have to leave. Filled with loads of cute cafes, and trendy boutique stores. It’s safe, clean and every modern.

If you’re looking for a condo with western infrastructure and a private pool and garden area in a quieter part of Tulum with good internet. Here you’ll find it.

(the closest area you can get to the beach without staying on the beach!)

Accommodation Recommendations:

• Niik Tulum

• NAAY Boutique Hotel

• Kimpton Aluna

• MYSTIQ Tulum

• KASA Hotel

• Art House

• Dune Boutique Hotel Tulum

• Orchird House Tulum

• Ki Tulum

• Copal Hotel Tulum

Playa Paraiso (Public Beach Side)

This is where you’ll find more families on the beach, snorkelling, and ‘glamping-eco-resorts’ along the northern beachside.

There’s free parking everywhere, and plenty of beach venues with no “minimum-spend” requirements.

Accommodation Recommendations:

• Kai Hotel

• Mi Amor Hotel

• Hotel Diamante

• Hotel El Paraiso Tulum

• Playa Esperanza

• IKAL Tulum Hotel
  

Tulum Centro

Tulum town centre; where you’ll find plenty of hostels, and cheaper living accommodations that Tulum has to offer.

It’s a backpacker central with a mix of apartment rentals, and boutique hotels.

Perks, you don’t have to search far for anything. It’s right outside your door. Offering all the shops and eateries your heart could desire.

Centro Accommodation Recommendations:

• Nalaa Hotel

• ALoft

• Xscape Hotel

• Tiki Tiki Hotel

• Holistika Tulum

• Hotel Bardo

• MUYU Tulum Hotel

• Central Park Resort + Spa

• Hotel Blanco

• Casa Agape Boutique Hotel
  

Hostels in all areas of Tulum

• Selina : Hotel Zone

• Strawhat Hostel: Centro

• LUM : Centro

• Maya Monkey : Centro

• Teetotum Tulum : Centro

• MAKA Boutique Hostel : Centro

• Hostilika : La Veleta

• Meteora : Centro

If this post got you pumped on where you’re looking to stay in Tulum.

I have also created a modern guide that includes a detailed list of where to go on which days, all the newest beach clubs, and trending restaurants.

Plus a list of 14 exclusive chat groups to join to answer any burning questions in real-time.

Disclaimer: The list of places to stay in Tulum could go on forever. This is a basic understanding on where you want to be located during your stay in Tulum.