Olas Tulum
Boca Paila Road, Tulum, Mexico
8 Rooms
Contemporary Classic & Quiet
One of the original Tulum boutique hotels, Olas Tulum was in fact a private home before opening to the public, which goes a long way towards explaining its low-key, residential atmosphere. The rooms, contemporary and pared-down in style, are not so much about luxury or pampering as the simple pleasures of sunlight and ocean breezes, with a strong emphasis on back-to-basics sustainability. The idea is to unplug (literally: there’s no air conditioning, though there is Starlink wi-fi), to sit on a porch or lie in a hammock and contemplate the Caribbean.
Between its off-the-grid location outside of town and the option of self-catering, Olas Tulum is a bit of a throwback to the pre-boom Tulum experience. It’s right next door to Sian Ka’an nature reserve, a wonderland of well-preserved wildlife as well as dozens of distinct archaeological sites. There’s ample opportunity for snorkeling or biking, and the surrounding countryside is packed with cenotes, the deep-water swimming holes that are the quintessential local natural attraction.
Over a daily communal breakfast, you'll have the opportunity to exchange tips, directions, and favorites with dedicated “hosts” and your fellow guests. How else would you learn about the margarita joints that don't advertise? And if doing your own cooking doesn’t sound like your idea of relaxation, the staff is happy to prepare a reasonably priced lunch or direct you to the best of the local restaurants for dinner.
Between its off-the-grid location outside of town and the option of self-catering, Olas Tulum is a bit of a throwback to the pre-boom Tulum experience. It’s right next door to Sian Ka’an nature reserve, a wonderland of well-preserved wildlife as well as dozens of distinct archaeological sites. There’s ample opportunity for snorkeling or biking, and the surrounding countryside is packed with cenotes, the deep-water swimming holes that are the quintessential local natural attraction.
Over a daily communal breakfast, you'll have the opportunity to exchange tips, directions, and favorites with dedicated “hosts” and your fellow guests. How else would you learn about the margarita joints that don't advertise? And if doing your own cooking doesn’t sound like your idea of relaxation, the staff is happy to prepare a reasonably priced lunch or direct you to the best of the local restaurants for dinner.
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Olas Tulum
Boca Paila Road, Tulum, Mexico
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