EAT
ARCA
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 7.6 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Food: Mexican, Local
Vibe: Hip
Go for the lamb shank and the cocktails
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Casa Banana
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 7.6 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Food: Argentinian Steakhouse
Vibe: Urban Meets Rustic
Go for the steaks and freshly caught fish
Tip: Wear bug spray
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Casa Jaguar
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 7.5 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Food: Mexican
Vibe: True Jungle
Go for the daily-changing menu and lively music
Tip: Dance at Bar Jaguar on Thursdays – wear bug spray
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Hartwood
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 7.5 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Food: Organic Mayan and American
Vibe: Upscale Trendy, Celebrity Hotspot
Go for the trendy scene and incredible fish dishes
Tip: Make a reservation a few days at least in advance – pesos preferred
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Mateo’s
Carretera Punta Piedra-Punta Allen – Tulum
Neighborhood: Tulum Town
Type of Food: Mexican
Vibe: Casual, Open
Go for the best fish tacos in Tulum
Mezzanine
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 1.5 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Food: Thai
Vibe: Authentic, Zen
Go for the spicy curries
Posada Margherita
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 4.5 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Food: Italian
Vibe: Shabby Chic
Go for the handmade pastas and fresh-pressed juice
DRINK
Curandero
Av Tulum Esquina Beta – Tulum
Neighborhood: Tulum Town
Type of Bar: Mezcal Bar
Vibe: Rowdy
Go for a big night out – inexpensive drinks, live music and DJs
Gitano
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 7 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Bar: Mezcal Bar
Vibe: Upscale, Trendy
Go for the great cocktails and disco ball under the jungle canopy
STAY
Ahau Tulum
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 7 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Hotel: Luxury Beach Resort
Vibe: Vibrant
Go for the eco-friendliness and top notch staff
Be Tulum
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 10 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Hotel: Boutique
Vibe: Trendy, Exotic
Go for the combination of luxury and nature
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Coco Tulum
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 8 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Hotel: Boutique, Bed & Breakfast
Vibe: Rustic, Friendly
Go for a stay in a beautiful cabana with relaxing hammocks and beach views
Coqui Coqui
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 7.5 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Hotel: Residence and Spa
Vibe: Contemporary Rustic
Go for the natural therapies at the spa
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Dreams Tulum
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 7 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Hotel: All-Inclusive
Vibe: Luxurious, American
Go for the outstanding service and relaxed atmosphere
El Pez
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 7 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Hotel: Boutique
Vibe: Friendly
Go for the excellent concierge
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Papaya Playa Project
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 4.5 – Tulum
Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
Type of Hotel: Community
Vibe: Deserted Island
Go for the low-key environment where you’ll connect with nature