The Best Airbnbs in Tulum
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Tulum is having a moment. No longer a sleepy seaside village, it might now be Mexico’s most Instagrammed spot, thanks to its vibrant mix of dense jungle, golden beaches, and a long string of trendy bars and restaurants. For the most authentic way to experience its delights, skip the heaving hotels and look to Tulum’s best Airbnbs. The town is full of beautiful villas and apartments, all impeccably turned out, with their own pools you never have to share with a stranger, bookable private chefs, and dreamy views toward the shorelines and beyond. Here are the best Airbnbs in Tulum to consider ahead of your next trip.
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A centrally located condo with plunge pool
This sweet condo has everything you need for a romantic break for two, with a plush king-size bed, huge sofa to flop on after sun-soaked beach days, and all-important powerful air conditioning. Within the complex, there’s a shared pool that extends right into the jungle, a spa, and a palapa ready for your morning yoga session.
Sleeps: 2
Price: From around $115 per nightA smart apartment with a swim-up pool
Located within a smart resort, this Airbnb offers a true hotel experience with the privacy of your own apartment. Rooftop pool with hot tub access? Check. Gym with sauna and steam? Also check. That's without mentioning the views over the ancient pyramids and the sounds of the cicadas humming in the jungle that surrounds. There’s a king-size bed and proper kitchen, with a private chef available should you please. But the main draw is the pastel pale blue pool that laps right up to your doorstep. Wake up, don your bikini, and dive straight in.
Sleeps: 2
Price: From around $141 per night, with a two-night minimum
A huge villa with a rooftop infinity pool
Is this the most glamorous villa in Tulum? It could well be. Three floors reveal their secrets as you putter around, which include an outdoor lounge with grill, multiple hammocks to take up in with a book, a ground floor pool, and the jewel in the crown: a shining infinity pool on the rooftop—perfect for nighttime swims under the stars. While each of the four bedrooms are amazing, you’ll want to toss a coin for the primary bedroom, which is the only one with its own private hot tub. When it’s time to head out, you’re within easy walking distance of Aldea Zama’s famous beach and its buzzy downtown zone.
Sleeps: 10
Price: From around $657 per night, with a two-night minimum- Paulina Arcklin
An airy penthouse with panoramic jungle views
Stylish types will love this villa, which plays host regularly for fashion and design shoots. It’s not difficult to see why, with its easy-breezy vibe full of natural materials, a statement architectural staircase and cool curved lines at every turn. All three bedrooms have en suite bathrooms, and a private rooftop and outdoor dining areas are ripe for sundowners. The views outside are equally divine—look out through the full-length windows, and you’re met with panoramic vistas over the jungle beyond.
Sleeps: 6
Price: From around $340 per night, with a four-night minimum
An ultra-chic villa for large groups
Grab your friends and head for Casa Manika, a stone’s throw from Tulum’s most famous beach at glamorous Aldea Zama. A moody dark palette provides a striking contrast to the abundant foliage that surrounds, not to mention the sunsets when daylight begins to fade. There are two plunge pools to help you beat the midday heat—but the best one is on the rooftop, making a fantastic spot for stargazing. Ample, comfy seating throughout provides more than enough space for everyone to convene, and there are three bathrooms and a smaller toilet, so you won't be left queuing for long.
Sleeps: 11
Price: From around $309 per night, with a two-night minimumA minimal loft hideaway
Trendy La Veleta is where you want to be when visiting Tulum; with a wealth of bars and restaurants, sparkling shorelines, and an abundance of green spaces, it’s no surprise it's the location for most of the area’s chicest Airbnbs. This penthouse is a great example. You're greeted by tropical foliage and a statement bubbling fountain. Inside, towering 20-foot-high ceilings imbue the space with appropriate grandeur. That’s not even the best bit: The primary bedroom has a private rooftop from where to birdwatch, plus its own plunge pool, offering surely the best views in the whole of Tulum.
Sleeps: 5
Price: From around $503 per night, with a two-night minimum
Wellness-focused three-bedroom
One of our favorite Airbnbs with a pool, this Tulum rental is ideal for a group of friends looking for some rest and recovery. It's part of Holistika, a yoga and wellness center where you can book classes and massages, so guests get the best of both worlds: a private space with hotel-like amenities. There's room for up to eight guests—two of the three bedrooms have a king bed, and the third has two doubles; the spacious three and a half bathrooms mean you won't have to fight for counter space. Outside, while away the day swinging on a hammock, splashing in the pool, or cooking meals on the grill.
Sleeps: 8
Price: From around $342 per night
This article was originally published on Condé Nast Traveller UK.
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