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Alea Tulum

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Just a short step from the aquamarine waters of the Mexican Caribbean, Hotel Alea Tulum perches right behind the beach of Tankah, a slightly quieter alternative to the main strip at Tulum.

Hotel Alea Tulum has the feel of a typical Mexican beach posada or guesthouse; low-rise and unassuming with public areas open to the tropical sea breeze so that even inside you’re never likely to feel disconnected from your surroundings. Step straight out onto the silvery-white sands where loungers are laid out for your enjoyment, or head to the terrace for a dip in the narrow, geometric pool which skirts the property.

Alea designates all its rooms as suites, and there’s no doubt they’re spacious. On the ground floor, swim-up suites have direct access to the pool, while the upper level ocean-front suites have perhaps the best views.

The restaurant specialises in the delicious flavours of the Yucatán peninsula and further afield in Mexico. Please note the jetty seen in the images is no longer there.

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What our clients say

  • Highlights: Palenque site. The beach at Tulum

    JB, Leatherhead Feb 2016
  • It is very difficult as pretty well everything was memorable, but if I have to pick something, then the boat trip along the river to Yaxchilan takes some beating. Weather,…

    RB, Eastleigh Feb 2020
  • Highlights?: Tours of Mexico City & Chichen Itza, followed by our stay at Tulum.

    ER, Surbiton Jan 2018
  • Highlights?: Probably seeing the Diego Rivera murals in Mexico City although it is hard to pick out as there were so many moments that we loved. A boat trip on…

    JT, Thames ditton May 2018
  • We enjoyed every aspect of the trip. The Sumidero Canyon possibly stands out as the most memorable part. Spectacular.

    AP, Canterbury Nov 2019
  • Most memorable aspect: “The view from Monte Alban across Oaxaca and the valleys around. Eating in Cafe Tacuba in Mexico City with a troop of troubadours playing would come a…

    JB, Dublin Feb 2026
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