Tulum is the ancient Mayan city overlooking the fabulous blue waters of the Caribbean, with a fantastic beach, beautiful views and fascinating history, believed as one of the last cities built and inhabited by the Mayan people. Tulum is quite a small site and unlike Chichen Itza has a beach for a cooling dip in warm water to ease the heat, a couple of hours is all that is required at Tulum and it's location makes it ideal for combining with a half day at one of the many nearby local attractions, suggestions include Xel Ha, Xcaret or Playa Del Carmen which are all nearby. Tulum is surrounded by three walls and with the ocean forming the fourth boundary the city was designed to be defensive. It is at the southern end of the "Riviera Maya" and is convenient to Akumal, Playa del Carmen.Tulum is located 82 miles south of Cancun, and has a great cultural significance and is the front door to the north coast Biosphere Reserve- Sian Ka'an. Tulum is also surrounded by lush jungle full of crystal clear freshwater pools called cenotes that offer a refreshing reprise from the tropical environment.
Hotels
Tulum hotels are available in a wide range of prices. Most hotels are, for the most part, inexpensive, although some of the ocean side Tulum hotels are on the pricey side. Many Tulum hotels are now featuring various lifestyle activities such as yoga, fitness, and on-site. A number of Tulum hotels are packed to the brim with vacationers slung on hammocks or wading in the warm Caribbean ocean. Beach houses are also available for your family or friends if you want the comforts of home while enjoying your Tulum vacation. No matter what you're looking for, these hotels are sure to offer an experience that fits your perfect vacation..
Hotels in Tulum also come in the form of separate cabanas; built with the environment in mind. Other cabanas offer the simplest accommodation possible, with nothing but a bed, swept sand for a floor and candles to light your way. The Hotel zone is a beachfront paved road with charming cabanas, boutique bed and breakfast inns, ecological bungalows and campgrounds along the beautiful beach. Beach cabanas, have all been remodeled by local artisans using local wood, stone and palapa thatch. Tulum accommodations have a unique mix of beachfront lodging and comfortable, private and rustic cabanas.
Tulum is one of the few places remaining where you can kick off your shoes and enjoy the natural serenity of this unique environment. One of the most beautiful cities of the Maya culture with a spectacular view of the Mexican.
