Olas Tulum

Style

Groovily green casa

Setting

By the biosphere

Olas Tulum is an intimate, eco-friendly stay at the end of Tulum’s strip, with a laid-back philosophy and serious sustainability cred. The casa has just eight suites, all with earthy, organic design schemes that chime perfectly with the landscape. Breakfasts are served under the palm trees, masseurs can be summoned to the grounds and the private sandy beach – dotted with sunloungers and swung with hammocks – is only steps away. The delightful owners will happily curate your holiday activities, or join you for sundowners on the sea-facing roof deck. Most of all, this is a place to reconnect with nature and slip into a more natural pace of life.

Facilities

Rooms

Eight suites.

Checkout

11am; earliest check-in, 3pm.

More Details

Rates usually include home-made breakfast, WiFi and parking. Breakfast includes organic coffee, freshly-squeezed orange juice, fresh seasonal fruit, handmade granola and yogurt, an an entree of the day. Every item is made from scratch by the chef.

Also

Olas Tulum may not be suited to guests with mobility issues, due to some uneven terrain.

Hotel Closed

Every September.

Free Internet Access

At the Hotel

Beach, rooftop sun deck, bicycles to borrow, free WiFi throughout and on-site parking. In rooms: five-gallon garrafon of purified drinking water (filled daily), beach bags and locally made bath products.

Our Favourite Rooms

Oceanview Balcony Suites suit guests craving modern style; they’re bright and airy with sleek contemporary bathrooms. For small groups or families, the Oceanfront Master Suite provides plenty of space to spread out and relax, with two king-size beds, open-plan living areas and a large balcony with a hammock.

Spa

There's no spa, but there is a Caribbean-facing yoga studio that's flush with the tops of the swaying palms. Private classes ($100-$140) can be booked for up to four people, or you can swing by for a solo stretch. Have hotel staff arrange an on-site massage carried out by licensed therapists under tree canopy.

Packing Tips

Bring your binoculars to make the most of your boat tour through neighbouring Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve and a head torch for evening beach strolls.

Also

All water used in the showers is captured from natural, underground streams and gravity-fed from the roof, so shower pressure may not be particularly forceful. There's also no air-conditioning, in line with its sustainability initiatives.

Children

Over-fives are welcome in the Oceanfront Master Suite, Oceanfront Suite and Oceanview Deluxe Balcony Suite of this grown-up beach spot for US$100 a night; outdoor toys, board games, bicycles and boogie boards can all be provided on request.

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Food & Drink

Top Table

All meals are served at the communal table, under a canopy of palm trees.

Dress Code

Easy, breezy boho beachwear, with a hint of 70’s chic.

Hotel Restaurant

There’s no formal restaurant, but food is a big part of the Olas lifestyle. The chefs prepare a seasonally-inspired menu for breakfast and lunch (dinner is served on request), using the best local and organic ingredients they can get their hands on. Each day, let the staff know whether you'll be joining them for lunch, as everything is made from scratch, highlighting the unique, vibrant flavors of the Yucatan. A selection of snacks for the beach can be ordered on request, and vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets can all be catered for, too.

Hotel Bar

None, but beers, wine and margaritas are available on request; guests and the owners often share a cerveza together and catch up on the day.

Last Orders

Breakfast is served from 8am to 10am; lunch from 12 noon to 2pm. Dinner can be arranged, on request and with advance notice.

Room Service

Five out of eight suites have either a full-size or mini refrigerator that you can stock with goodies for out-of-hours snacking.

Planes

You can fly direct from various US and Canadian hubs to Tulum Airport, which is less than an hour's drive from Olas Tulum. Alternatively, touch down at Cancún International Airport, 90 minutes away by road. Private transfers can be arranged through the hotel at extra cost.

Automobiles

Rental cars are available at Cancún International Airport; from there, take Highway 307 south to Tulum. As you arrive in Tulum, follow the sign for Boca Paila. Keep right at the Y-intersection with a police casita to the left, and continue south for 10.6 kilometres. Olas Tulum is the last driveway on the left-hand side before you reach the large concrete archway entrance to the Sian Ka’an Biosphere, just after Casa Chic. Turn into the driveway to unload your luggage, before parking in the hotel’s free car park.

Worth Getting Out of Bed For

Join a personalised nature tour at Unesco World Heritage Site Sian Ka'an (boating and kayaking trips are available too). The largest protected area in the Mexican Caribbean is home to manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, impressive big cats (including jaguars and ocelots) and hundreds of bird species. Arrange a private two- to three-hour sailing trip with Captain Fabian (ask staff at the hotel for his number); pick-up is right on the beachfront at Olas Tulum and you can choose to head north and take in views of the ancient Mayan ruins, or south towards Boca Paila into the Biosphere Reserve.

Earn or Redeem Points with World of Hyatt

This Mr & Mrs Smith hotel participates in the World of Hyatt loyalty program. As a member, you can earn and redeem points and enjoy exclusive benefits for qualifying nights. .