The Waves Tulum

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel near Tulum Beach

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Signature Studio Private Plunge Pool

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Avenida KukulkanRegion 1, Mz. 32, Lt. 1, Tulum, ROO, 77760
  • Place, Dos Aguas Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Hospital de Tulum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Jaguar Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Penthouse Studio Rooftop Pool

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 81 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Studio With Large Balcony

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Studio With Private Plunge Pool

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment Private plunge Pool

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 72 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Penthouse Apartment With Rooftop Pool

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 121 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Large Penthouse Apartment Rooftop Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 143 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Signature Studio Private Plunge Pool

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Signature Studio With Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Tulum

Zama stay.Your stay at this Zama hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Tulum Beach and Tulum Mayan Ruins. Dos Aguas Park and Hospital de Tulum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Dos Aguas Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hospital de Tulum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Holistika Art Walk - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Jaguar Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Hunab Lifestyle Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nimeño Bakery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Delicia - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Me Latte Café - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pizzine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Il Bacaro - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Waves Tulum

4-star spa hotel near Tulum Beach
The Waves Tulum offers its guests a full-service spa, 4 outdoor swimming pools, and 2 hot tubs along with a sauna and a fitness center. A children's pool, spa services, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Waves Tulum. A complete renovation of The Waves Tulum was completed in October 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Tulum hotel.

  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2021
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Waves Tulum offers 98 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature down comforters. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers.

This Tulum hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include printers and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Pool toys

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 17 for adults and USD 7 for children

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Chef service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Wet bar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 17 for adults and USD 7 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Waves Tulum Tulum
The Waves Tulum Aparthotel
The Waves Tulum Aparthotel Tulum

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Waves Tulum to the airport?

The Waves Tulum is 25.6 mi (42-min drive) away from the Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Waves Tulum have an airport shuttle?

The Waves Tulum offers an airport shuttle.

How close is The Waves Tulum to the beach?

This hotel is 3.2 mi (11-min drive) from Tulum Beach and 4.1 mi (19-min drive) from Playa Paraiso. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Waves Tulum offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Waves Tulum, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 17 for adults and USD 7 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Waves Tulum?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Waves Tulum?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Waves Tulum?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Waves Tulum have a pool?

The Waves Tulum features 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does The Waves Tulum have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body wraps, body scrubs, and hydrotherapy.

How close is The Waves Tulum to downtown Tulum?

The Waves Tulum is 0.6 mi away from Tulum.

The Waves Tulum Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 806 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 806 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 806 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 806 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 806 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Britnee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel for the city
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property, pool bar, clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

JORGE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
In order to reach the hotel you have to drive thru potholes, few cockroaches but everything else was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Britania

The ambiance was great
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is clean and quiet place to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The swimming pool area was very pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty room, many good amenities and not too far from tulum centro.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

ALLEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quit place, staff nice at check in and check out
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

ilsse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay at The Waves Tulum. The beds are very comfortable, the air-conditioning was cold and the WiFi was strong. I would definitely stay here again during my next vacation to Tulum.
Stayed 27 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

David Silva

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is clean and quiet, good attention and service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sherriann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Property was nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jegadheswaran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and Quite… over all Excellent ..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. 15 minute walk tu Main Street.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Chynna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value. Easy walk downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very niceee
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had 3 pools two hot tubs and a sauna. It was amazing! Great price also!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Cruz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything inside the hotel was great just horrible view and taxi driver charge a lot. Hotel for been on a budget was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Miriam Jacqueline Jimenez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay at, everything needed is nearby and very accessible. The staff are friendly and helpful. Overall great experience would definitely go back. I highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service