La Zebra has a huge waterfront stretch of beach, with a variety of sun beds close to the water and tucked among the trees. From here, the beach goes on for miles in both directions.

Hammocks between coconut palms scattered throughout the grounds.

Handpainted tables in the dining room as seen from the upstairs lounge.

Reception desk.

Adirondack chairs in the sand.

Quiet upstairs lounge and library.

Hammock and splash pool in front of waterfront suites.

A variety of room styles are available.

Lots of great areas to relax and enjoy.

La Zebra is a very family friendly hotel, with oversized Connect Four and other games scattered throughout the hotel grounds. Many people bring their children from other hotels to spend the day enjoying the food and activities here.

The Mulberry Project is an ongoing mixology pop up event at the beachfront bar. There are a handful of other project sites around the world.

International bartenders are invited for residencies at the project, brining their own signature cocktails.

Spa zone with massage and herbal treatments.

Massage space at the spa.

Great place for a drink, whether a guest at the hotel or just passing by on a walk down the beach.

Large open dining room.

Colorful bar with great signature cocktails.

Poolside bar on the roof.

Rooftop lounge.

Rooftop view looking down between accommodations.

Hammocks with great view to the water.

Espresso bar zone for coffee drinks throughout the day.

Shady lounge area on side of deck.

Rope swing.

Tables along the restaurant deck.

Pathway between rooms.

Splash pool and patio of garden view accommodation.

Pathway between buildings.

Help yourself refreshment station.

The Chef’s Table is a multi-course culinary experience with storytelling incorporating elements of Mexican culture, history, agriculture, and personal history.

Head chef with scorpion sampler.

The hotel hosts a well known and free salsa night for dancers of all levels and all ages.

Dancing lessons to start the night.

Many people come just to enjoy the great live band and excellent music.

Jashita hotel’s rooftop view looking down to the main pool deck and over the ocean.

Entrance to Jashita Hotel.

Beautiful beach stretches on for miles.

Hotel lobby.

The Jashita lounge.

View from a Superior Deluxe Suite.

Entrance to the lounge.

Large comfy area to relax.

Pandano Restaurant.

Opens out to the main pool area.

Interior dining room.

Views out to the ocean.

Under the Pandano Tree for which the restaurant is named.

The adult pool at the hotel.

One of 3 great pools.

The main pool at the hotel.

Unique rooftop pool.

Fabulous ocean view out over the trees.

Fashion boutique.

Spa and yoga studio zone.

Spa yoga studio details.

Great beach with water sports.

Hotel reception with ATM machines.

Exterior of accommodations.

Deluxe suite bedroom.

Deluxe suite #2.

Deluxe suite #3.

Deluxe Suite #4.

Splash pool on porch.

Panoramic jungle view from the rooftop.

Encantada is a beautiful boutique hotel on the beach, surrounded by lush vegetation.

The view from the massage pavilion, with a kitesurfer flying by.

Entrance to the Encantada Hotel is through a thatched tunnel, where the noises of the road are left behind.

The reception desk is a simple affair. With only 8 rooms, there are few guests.

There is a circular, thatched roof cafe-style space to eat, work, or relax. Food comes from NU Restaurant across the street, which is under the same ownership.

Sun beds at the beach at the hotel.

The amazing beach stretches on for miles.

A shipwrecked tree washed ashore near the hotel.

The common space between accommodations.

A table to bring food or work into the garden.

A great spot to enjoy breakfast or a siesta in the hammock.

A view through the trees.

Gorgeous view from the porch.

Upper and lower beachfront rooms.

Get a massage while listening to the sound of the crashing waves.

Entering the hotel from the beach side.

The beautiful El Pez is uniquely located on a small cove where turtles come to lay their eggs on the protected sand.

The Gran Palapa, with a high thatched roof, includes the reception desk, a seafood restaurant, bar, and lounge.

The green tiled pool is tucked away from the wind.

Picnic tables steps away from the restaurant deck.

Sun beds under shady palapas.

A gorgeous beach to explore.

Adirondack and swinging basket chairs to sit and enjoy the views.

Waterfront accommodations are right along the sandy beach here, closer to the ocean than most.

Turtle Rock (at right) can be explored during lower tides.

The hotel as seen from the main beach road out front.

The bar, serving espresso drinks in the morning and cocktails later in the day.

Interior dining area.

More outdoor seating.

Relaxing area adjacent to the pool, facing toward the ocean.

Shaded sun beds on the veranda.

Fabulous fish tacos with an amazing view.

A large deck off of the Gran Palapa.

Casa Malca hotel’s large funky entrance approach from the beach road.

The pool at Casa Malca is one of the largest of any hotel in Tulum.

Shady sun beds on the gorgeous beach.

Hanging furniture at main door to hotel.

Comfy lobby lounge.

Lobby view out toward the beach.

Ornate lobby decor.

Hotel reception desk.

Bikes available for use by hotel guests.

Stunning rooftop lounge.

Ocean view from rooftop.

Jungle view from rooftop.

Philosophy Restaurant menu board.

Philosophy Restaurant interior.

Philosophy Restaurant’s open kitchen.

Philosophy Restaurant as seen from street.

Haring Bar with signature cocktails

Haring Bar lounge area.

Pathway from the beach to the main pool.

Very large pool just steps away from the beach.

Excellent pool, one of the best in Tulum.

Wide open beachfront.

Captains chair at the beach.

Thatch teepees in the sand.

The beach stretches on for miles in both directions.

Rooftop view down to room patio.

Garden view suite.

Garden view suite interior.

Garden view suite.

Groundfloor patio of a garden view suite.

Floating furniture at hotel entrance.

Accommodation as seen from beach side.

Back of main building.

Statuary in the garden.

A shaded waterfront platform used for a yoga space in the mornings; has hammocks in the afternoons.

The gorgeous beach stretched on for miles in both directions.

The beachside bar and lounge zone.

Coco Tulum as seen from the street.

The reception desk area.

Bikes available for guest use.

The bar at Diavola Restaurant on the front side of the property, serving Mexican-Italian cuisine.

A popular patio and lounge with wood fired pizzas and other treats.

The beach bar and kitchen.

Swinging chairs facing toward the beautiful Caribbean waters.

The deck is a popular spot for happy hour and nighttime cocktails.

Shaded areas for hammocks and sun beds. The presence of seaweed seen along the beach here has been less of a problem more recently along Tulum’s beaches.

Massage pavilion.

Temazcal for health and spiritual ceremonies.

One of the lovely cabanas tucked into the sand just off the beach.

2-story accommodation just behind the smaller cabanas.

Some of the less expensive accommodations offer shared bathroom facilities.

One of two pools at Be Tulum hotel.

Welcoming open-air reception and lobby area.

Room accommodations surrounded by jungle.

Verdant pathway through the jungle gardens of the hotel.

A smaller pool in the space where the jungle meets the waterfront.

Beautiful garden in the exterior of the large wellness center and spa.

Practicing in the yoga and meditation palapa.

An altar in the yoga and meditation practice space.

A winding path among the wellness center facilities.

Exterior of the large wellness center and spa.

The bar at Ocumare Restaurant.

A chef’s meeting at Ocumare Restaurant.

Maresias raw bar restaurant at the beach.

Enjoying oysters at Maresias raw bar restaurant at the beach.

Beautiful clothing and jewelry in the boutique.

Items for sale in the boutique at the wellness center.

Hotel rooms surrounded by lush vegetation.

The beach bar.

Large open patio lounge overlooking the beach.

Great beach bar.

Lounge zone where the jungle meets the beach.

Great spot for a snack or a drink.

Sun beds at the beach.

Tables in the sand at Four Fuegos Restaurant.

Lounge seating at Four Fuegos Restaurant.

Tesla electric car charging station.

Swing set at the beach at Hotel Cabañas.

Ocean views from a private patio.

Lobby lounge area.

Lobby lounge area.

The pool zone.

Guests at reception during check in.

Gorgeous beachfront.

Perfect hammock to relax in at the beach.

Cold drinks at the beach bar.

Exterior of rooms facing toward the beach.

Fresco’s Bar in the sand.

Fresco’s health food restaurant.

Common space between buildings.

The jacuzzi.

Comfortable rooms.

Bedroom with door to patio facing out to the beach.

Stairs up to the upper level rooms.

Private jacuzzi and space to relax.

Ocean view from an upper level room.

Swimming pool as seen from the Kinky Bar at Hotel Bardo.

Hotel Bardo has one of the best pools in Tulum.

Surrounded by greenery, it feels like a jungle oasis.

Emerald beauty.

Kinky Bar next to the pool is a great spot to enjoy cocktails or fresh juices throughout the day.

Stylish lounge next to Kinky Bar.

Many quiet places to relax.

A fire pit for night time gatherings.

The center piece table in Minum Restaurant.

Great food and drinks.

Open-air reception area.

A great place to enjoy the day.

Unique pop up boutique shop in reception area run out of a vintage Volkswagen Bus.

Yoga and meditation practice space.

The pathway between villas under the tree canopy.

Entrance to Villa #10.

Large beautiful villa with lounge.

Beautiful aesthetics.

Beautiful beachfront zone at Alaya hotel.

Entrance to reception lobby.

Walkway to the beach between accommodation buildings.

The gorgeous beach stretches on for miles in both directions.

Guest accommodation buildings as seen from the beach.

Alaya Tulum reception desk.

Hotel beach cruiser bikes for guest use.

Beach bar stand.

Restaurant patio seating.

Restaurant seating area.

Restaurant deck and kitchen window.

Yoga and meditation palapa and practice space.

Wellness board with available activities.

Entrance to the hotel from the main beach road.

Hotel parking zone.

Exterior of accommodation buildings.

Deck chairs looking out to the ocean.

Interior of ocean view bedroom.

Large bed in ocean view room.

Inside of ocean view king room.

Ocean view room bathroom.

Sun beds on the beach at Alaya.

Seating under the coconut palms perfect for relaxing with a meal or drink.