If you’ve been dreaming of the jungly, artsy, wonderful vibe of Tulum, we’ve got you covered for the best places to stay while you’re there.
With every type of traveler in mind from budget, to solo, to couples and groups, these are 18 of the best Airbnbs in Tulum, Mexico:
The best Airbnbs for Budget Travelers
Meteora Stay & Coffeehouse
Meteora is a stylish yet cozy hostel with an 8-bed dorm (with shared bathroom) and a private room. This is a popular choice among digital nomads, as the common space is quiet and spacious enough to work during the day, and there’s an in-house cafe that offers great food and thirst-quenching smoothies. The pool, as shown in the pictures above, is a great spot to relax after a day of exploring Tulum!
- Location: This Airbnb is located right in the center of Tulum town, close to Paradise Beach.
- Nearby Attractions: This Airbnb is a 7-minute drive from Gran Cenote, and a 11-minute drive from the Mayan Port City Ruins.
- Cost: $20 a night
Hostal Doña Lucha
Based on reviews, this hostel seems to attract awesome people! People love the atmosphere and find themselves meeting fellow travelers in here. If you are ready to socialize, this could be a great option. Hostal Doña Lucha has a beautiful pool as well as a well-equipped kitchen, though if you don’t feel like cooking, there’s also a chic in-house restaurant as well as plenty of eateries and bars nearby. A light yet rich breakfast is offered to all guests.
- Location: This Airbnb is located right in the center of Col Huracanes.
- Nearby Attractions: This Airbnb is surrounded by restaurants, bars, and a couple of supermarkets. The accommodation is a 7-minute drive from Gran Cenote, and a 11-minute drive from the Mayan Port City Ruins.
- Cost: $15 a night
La Negrita Hostel
La Negrita is a gorgeous, women-only hostel (that looks more like a boutique hotel, TBH!) that reflects the essence of the Mexican Caribbean, with ancient accent all over the accommodation. The atmosphere is charming, there is a beautiful garden and a soaking pool to relax in. This is the perfect place for female travelers who are looking for a peaceful and quiet stay in Tulum.
- Location: This Airbnb is located right in Col Huracanes, off the main road.
- Nearby Attractions: This Airbnb is surrounded by restaurants, bars, and a couple of supermarkets. The accommodation is an 8-minute drive from Gran Cenote, and a 14-minute drive from the Mayan Port City Ruins.
- Cost: $40 a night
X’keken Hostel
If you’d like a small and cozy accommodation that is also strategically located in the hearth of the city, X’keken might just be the right place for you. The hostel is surrounded by downtown Tulum’s hottest bars, best restaurants, and the best night life Tulum has to offer. The accommodation itself offers a large patio and a dining hall on the roof top, where breakfast is served each morning.
- Location: This Airbnb is located in the center of downtown Tulum.
- Nearby Attractions: This Airbnb is a minute away from Batey Mojito and Guarapo, one of the most popular bars in Tulum. The accommodation is a 9-minute drive from Gran Cenote, and a 13-minute drive from the Mayan Port City Ruins.
- Cost: $14 a night
Mayan Coba Hut
When the hostel life is long behind you, yet a budgeted accommodation is preferred, why not check out a private eco hut? Mayan Coba Hut is a 100% sustainable hut that offers a rustic “glamping” experience to its guests. The accommodation is solar powered, and uses an ecological system to minimize environmental impact and waste. Enjoy open air showers in the midst of ancient Mayan trees, and wake up to the sounds of jungle birds chirping! Do note that this is an adult-only accommodation.
- Location: This Airbnb is a 10-minute drive from Tulum town, away from the city center crowds and noises.
- Nearby Attractions: This Airbnb is close to a number of Tulum’s cenotes. A car is recommended as the road condition is slightly rough.
- Cost: $25 a night
The best Airbnbs for Mid-Range Budget Travelers
Heart of the True Jungle of Tulum
Fancy camping in the jungle, slightly away from the town of Tulum? This unique stay is a gorgeous oasis in the middle of the jungle. Guests stay in a ground level tent with shared bathroom, with direct access to a fully-equipped kitchen, a pool, and a stargazing tower. According to a guest, allows you to experience Tulum without even having to leave the accommodation, as “you actually experience Tulum at this glamping”.
- Location: This Airbnb is near both Tulum and Coba. The location is secluded (it’s in the middle of a jungle, after all!), but clear instructions are provided by the host.
- Nearby Attractions: This Airbnb is close to a number of Tulum’s cenotes. A car is recommended as the road condition is slightly rough.
- Cost: $35 a night for a maximum of 2 guests.
Beehive @ Holistika
Beehive @ Holistika is an artistic sanctuary that will make every holistic travelers, art lovers and spiritual fairies’ hearts flutter. This Airbnb strikes a balanced blend of luxury and wilderness, offering art installations, psychedelic murals, yoga rooms, meditation dome, and a temazcal to its guests. They aren’t being arrogant when they branded themselves as the coolest dorm in the world.
- Location: This Airbnb is near both Tulum and Coba. The location is secluded (it’s in the middle of a jungle, after all!), but clear instructions are provided by the host.
- Nearby Attractions: Honestly, you might not want to leave the place at all throughout your stay! Indulge in the facilities and activities available and soak in all the good vibes. There’s also an in-house cruelty-free restaurant.
- Cost: $50 a night
Aldea Zama
Staying in Tulum for a while? Aldea Zama offers spacious apartment space with a rooftop for you to unwind at night. This place is a popular choice among new Tulum residents as they relocate to the city, or for group travelers as each loft can accommodate up to 5 guests.
- Location: This Airbnb is near both Tulum and Coba. The location is secluded (it’s in the middle of a jungle, after all!), but clear instructions are provided by the host.
- Nearby Attractions: The accommodation is 2.5 km from Paraíso Beach and 6 km from Tulum Archeological Site.
- Cost: $49 a night
Acacia Cabins
Acacia feels like home away from home to nature lovers. Each of the 5 cabins are built with natural and local materials, completed with handmade furniture and tasteful decoration. It’s great for couples who are looking for comfort and privacy for their holiday stay. Its strategic location right outside of town offers solitude yet the convenience to get to downtown and the beach.
- Location: This Airbnb is a 10-minute bike ride from Tulum’s main avenue.
- Nearby Attractions: The Airbnb is a 13-minute drive from Playita Tortuga. Free bikes are available at the Airbnb.
- Cost: $79 a night
Exclusive Jungle Eco Tree House
Continuing on the hunt for great stays for eco lovers, here’s a private and unique eco tree house to give you a nature-filled accommodation experience. Guests will be staying in a spacious treehouse dome with bay view window above the ground, in between the trees. Gaze upon thousands of stars at night, swim in the cenotes nearby, and discover the great outdoors without sacrificing comfort. Breakfast is included, WiFi isn’t.
- Location: This Airbnb is located on the edge of the Mayan jungle.
- Nearby Attractions: The Airbnb is a 10-15 minutes drive by car from the pristine white beaches of Tulum, where the Mayan jungle starts.
- Cost: $96 a night
The Best Airbnbs for Luxury Travelers
Eco-chic 360° Jungle Cabin
This Airbnb looks like a page taken straight out of Architect Digest. The cabins are beautifully made out of natural, locally sourced materials, built with maximized air flow in mind to reduce the need for electricity usage (which is 100% solar energy, btw!). Inside the cabins, you will find boho chic style decorations. This is one of the sustainable, tasteful projects in Tulum that everyone could appreciate.
- Location: This Airbnb is located right in the center of Tulum’s famous strip, with restaurants, bars, and lots of happenings right around it.
- Nearby Attractions: The accommodation is an 18-minute drive from both Gran Cenote and the Mayan Port City Ruins.
- Cost: $140 a night
Origen Beachfront Cabins
This beachfront cabin offers a relatively affordable stay in the hotels zone on the beach strip. If you want to stay right on the beach without breaking the bank, this is the right place to be. Guests also seem to rave about the staff’s great service.
- Location: This Airbnb is located right on the beach strip.
- Nearby Attractions: The southern beach is only 50m from the Airbnb. It is 12km from the archaeological site, 2.3 km from Cesiak, and 5 km from Tulum National Park.
- Cost: $133 a night
Casa Nawal Tulum
Casa Nawal is an oceanfront tent offering a unique, outdoor experience to its guests – you will fall asleep and wake up to the sound of waves! The property shares all common areas with Ikal Boutique Hotel, so you will have access to the beach club, restaurants, and wellness facilities throughout your stay.
- Location: This Airbnb is located right in the heart of the national park in Tulum next to Mayan temples.
- Nearby Attractions: The Airbnb is a 30-minute walk to the Mayan temples.
- Cost: $183 a night
IKAL CHIT Private Cabana
Ikal Chit offers guests luxury, serenity and a deep connection with nature. Here, you may unplug, recharge, and indulge in your very own sand and tree garden. Each of the cabanas comes with its own private piece of land, an open air shower, as well as a cabin uniquely decorated with traditional macrame and Mayan artwork. You will find all kinds of wellness-focused activities such as yoga classes, meditations, dance classes and workshops hosted by the in-house wellness center.
- Location: This Airbnb is located right in the heart of the national park in Tulum next to Mayan temples.
- Nearby Attractions: The Airbnb is a 5-7 minute drive from the town center. Take advantage of experiencing the Mayan Ruins early in the morning – just after sun rise and before the crowds arrive.
- Cost: $260 a night
The Best Airbnbs for Group Travelers
Villa Wayak
Villa Wayak is a unique and beautifully designed modern villa, conveniently located near Tulum Town, with a private pool surrounded by lush green jungle in a quiet area. The Villa features an open pool and dining area, a fully-equipped kitchen, an indoor/outdoor living room, 2 bedrooms with 5 beds and 2.5 bathrooms.
- Location: This Airbnb is located on the south part of Tulum, in “Colonia Le Veleta” area.
- Nearby attractions: This Airbnb is an 8-minute drive from Downtown Tulum, 6km from the best beaches, less than 3km from the beautiful cents around.
- Cost: $309 a night, accommodates up to 6 guests.
Casa Gris
If you are a large group looking for a private getaway, Casa Gris is the perfect place to isolate and enjoy an oasis in the middle of the jungle, while being just a few blocks from the city center and minutes from the incredible beaches of the Caribbean Sea. With 5 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, housekeeper, cook, bartender, yoga instructor, masseurs and therapists available (at additional cost), Casa Gris ensure a fabulous time for you and your friends!
- Location: This Airbnb is located in Downtown Tulum.
- Cost: $330-$510 a night, accommodates up to 10 guests.
Villa Amore&Spa
Villa Amore is the perfect place to relax in the heart of Tulum. The 2-story, 4-bedroom villa has everything you need to have a good time with your friends or family. On top of what one would expect of a villa stay, this Airbnb also come with a chef!
- Location: This Airbnb is located within the new Aldea Zama Premium gated community, 5 minutes from Tulum Beach
- Cost: $835 a night, accommodates up to 10 guests.
Casa Areca
Finally, here’s an award-winning 4-bedroom villa minutes away from sandy beaches, vibrant local town & Mayan Ruins. This luxury eco-chic villa houses a full open house concept, with a roof top on the 3rd floor over looking the jungle, just perfect for sunset.
- Location: This Airbnb is located in Aldea Zama Premium.
- Cost: $529 a night, accommodates up to 9 guests.
Tulum is a vibey jungly escape with a gorgeous beach, delicious food, and so much to do. Enjoy your escape, and try different places on for size while you’re there!
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