La Veleta Travel Guide
Tulum
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Popular places to visit
Tulum Mayan Ruins
Visit one of Yucatan’s most impressive Mayan ruins, perched high on cliffs overlooking the Caribbean Sea.
Tulum Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Tulum Beach, a popular beach in Tulum. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Xel-Há Park
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Xel-Há Park as part of your trip to Tulum. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Playa Paraiso
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Playa Paraiso might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Tulum. Wander the seaside in this trendy area.
Tulum National Park
One of the Yucatán’s most impressive Mayan ruins and spectacular subterranean formations sit side by side on the sun-drenched Caribbean coast.
Soliman Bay
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Soliman Bay might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Tulum. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Chichén Itzá, Cenote Xunáan & Valladolid with Traditional Lunch Buffet
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive
Day Trip to Tulum, Playa del Carmen & Cenote Mariposa
Discover Tulum, Coba, a Cenote and Playa del Carmen from Cancun
Chichen Itza, Cenote, Zip-Line, Mayan Cooking & Valladolid
4 PLACES 1 DAY: Coba and Tulum Ruins, Cenote and Playa del Carmen
Top hotels in La Veleta
KAN Tulum Hotel
Staff is extremely friendly. I would recommend that the hotel invest in ant traps/ bait as they were everywhere in the room. The restaurant 6/10. Parking needs improvement and have more spaces for guests. The cenote was closed due to construction but im sure it wouldve been enjoyable to if it was ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hotel Milam, Michelin Key winner
Oh man, I wanted to like this place. I wouldn't support this hotel or any affiliated hotels after my stay here. 5 stars hotel? No not at all. Imagine not sleeping your first night of traveling, because the jets were soo loud it sounded like they were draining the entire pool. I kindly asked them ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Amaka Calma Tulum
Breakfast was scarce. Not much to offer and the man running the breakfast was extremely rude. We skipped they’re breakfast for those reasons and ate in town for a much more pleasurable experience seeing as we were on vacation. The main Pool had so much chlorine in it we only went in once it hurt ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Smart Depas Tulum
Everything was great, room was clean, easy check in and out. Only downside is if you get any towels dirty (with marks that will easily come out in a wash) they charge you for it. Are they not washing towels in between uses anyway? Other than that was a lovely stay. The cook at the snack bar was ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
The Strabon Tulum
We had such an amazing stay at this hotel in Tulum the entire property was spotless from the rooms to the pool area, which made it feel incredibly relaxing and well cared for. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, always greeting us with a smile and helping with anything we needed. ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Little Gem Hotel Tulum La Veleta
We stayed 7 nights at Little Gem Hotel in Tulum (Early April), located in the La Veleta neighbourhood. This was our very first vacation in Mexico, so we don’t have much to compare it to—but our experience was fantastic. We chose this hotel based on its price, location, and the most recent reviews, ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Veleta
Zama
If you're spending some time in Zama, Tulum National Park and Jaguar Park are top sights worth seeing.
Tulum City Center
Historical sites and bars are notable features of Tulum City Center. You might consider stopping by Dos Aguas Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Villas Tulum
While Villas Tulum isn't home to many top sights, Cenote Calavera and Temple of Doom are some notable places to visit nearby.
Zona Hotelera
Travellers to Zona Hotelera praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tulum Beach and Las Palmas Public Beach.
