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The Waves Tulum

4.0 star property
Unwind with an aromatherapy treatment or relax by one of three outdoor pools. Then indulge in a delicious breakfast that’s sure to satisfy.

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Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment Private plunge Pool | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Studio With Private Plunge Pool
Poolside bar
4 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Exercise/lap pool
Welcome to The Waves Tulum, where modern luxury meets ancient Mayan charm. Indulge in a rejuvenating massage or detox wrap at the onsite spa, then enjoy sun loungers by the poolside bar. With aromatherapy treatments and high-speed WiFi, this upscale hotel is perfect for those seeking relaxation and connection.
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8.2 out of 10
Very good

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool

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Deluxe Studio With Large Balcony

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Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Penthouse Studio Rooftop Pool

Deluxe Penthouse Studio Rooftop Pool

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Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
  • 81 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Penthouse Apartment With Rooftop Pool | Living area

Deluxe Penthouse Apartment With Rooftop Pool

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Sofa bed
  • 121 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Studio With Private Plunge Pool

Deluxe Studio With Private Plunge Pool

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Balcony or patio
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Large Penthouse Apartment Rooftop Pool | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Large Penthouse Apartment Rooftop Pool

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Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Sofa bed
  • 143 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Signature Studio Private Plunge Pool

Signature Studio Private Plunge Pool

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Studio With Balcony

Signature Studio With Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment Private plunge Pool

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
Avenida Kukulkan, Region 1, Mz. 32, Lt. 1, La Veleta, Tulum, QROO, 77760

What's nearby

  • Tulum National Park - 4 min drive
  • Tulum Mayan Ruins - 7 min drive
  • Tulum Beach - 10 min drive
  • Las Palmas Public Beach - 52 min drive
  • Playa Paraiso - 70 min drive

Getting around

  • Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burrito Amor - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sukhothai - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Camello Jr - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Consentida - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria el Sabor Mexicano - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Waves Tulum

Upscale hotel revitalised in 2022 and located near Tulum Mayan Ruins
You can look forward to designer shops on-site, a garden and a gym at The Waves Tulum. Indulge in aromatherapy, hydrotherapy and a sports massage at the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a steam room and a sauna.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sunloungers
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and tour/ticket information
  • A front desk safe, a lift and a 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services and massage treatment rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 98 rooms boast comforts such as wet bars and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and printers. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets
  • Showers, hairdryers and shampoo
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and reusable coffee/tea filters

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Chef service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

THE WAVES TULUM Hotel
THE WAVES TULUM Tulum
THE WAVES TULUM Hotel Tulum

Frequently asked questions

Does The Waves Tulum have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is The Waves Tulum pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Waves Tulum?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Waves Tulum?

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

What time is check-out at The Waves Tulum?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The Waves Tulum located?

Situated near a boardwalk, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Dos Aguas Park and Hospital de Tulum. Hunab Lifestyle Center and Jaguar Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

The Waves Tulum Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 428 out of 794 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 794 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 794 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 794 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 794 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Akeisha

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at The Waves Tulum were incredibly kind and accommodating, which was the highlight of our stay. However, the property itself was extremely disappointing. The private pools were unusable due to mold and poor maintenance, the dishes in the cabinets were dirty, and even the towels provided were unclean. While the bed and sleeping areas were presentable, the overall lack of upkeep made the experience far from enjoyable. This property desperately needs better management and maintenance to match the hospitality of the staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherrell

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The good thing is that the room does look exactly as pictured. There are a few convience stores and tiny restaurants within daytime walking distance. However the hotel has no restaurant, the swim up bar as advertised is there- you just have to bring your own drinks. If you’re traveling solo this isn’t for you. The only entry way to the hotel was full of huge mud puddles. We rented an atv to get around and they forced us to park in garage- more mud puddles to access, when there was bike parking in front of hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Willis Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Lakeisha, Bakersfield

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jose Antonio

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awful I wouldn’t recommend it
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose Luis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Las habitaciones están nice,pero el hotel tiene las piscinas sucias,pintura descuidada no hay bar no hay restaurante todo lo tienes que hacer afuera y el taxi es costoso y todo queda lejos para ir caminando.no hay actividades en fin,yo no volveria a quedarme....el hotel tiene potencial para ser buenisimo pero alguién tiene que desear ponerlo a funcionar y ahora mismo no es el caso...la llave del cuarto hay que programarla todos los dias y el agua caliente se gasta en un baño........yo le doy 2 ☆ en general
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Amber Shaheedah

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at this hotel last in 2023 and twice before that. The hotel has gone from a 5 to a -1. No one is keeping the grounds kept. Pool is nasty, bathroom is nasty, has stains on the walls. I didn’t even stay here this last booking. We walked into the room and walked right out and stayed somewhere else! Expedia is trying to contact them for my refund. The pictures need to be updated to what the hotel looks like NOW! No pool bar and I wldnt even put a dirty shirt into that pool. Staff told me that property management companies are fighting over the property and that one company does not care how the property looks because it still gets bookings by misleading customers with these pictures. DO NOT STAY HERE.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Virginie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very nice, well-decorated but poorly equipped (e.g. kitchen without saucepans or salad bowls). The jacuzzi and pool are not heated. The access road is full of holes and borders a shantytown. Stray dogs can bark in the middle of the night, before you hear the neighboring rooster crow. Despite this, we had a very good stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Roxanne

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
3. Upon arriving at The Waves of Tulum hotel, we were supposed to have breakfast included. We got breakfast on the first day and then nothing. No service at all afterward. I won’t even comment on the cleanliness of the place. The so-called spa we were supposed to have in our room was unusable. The pools were dirty. The sheets were stained. The shower was filthy. No one came to clean our room after the first day. I wrote to the person in charge who royally ignored me. The inventory gives the impression of being in a bankrupt hotel or even the essential services are no longer now, especially in terms of cleanliness. Don't trust the photos otherwise you risk being scammed like us. And in general, take your precautions when you go to this country! Very bad experience !
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Justin Xavier

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Busisiwe

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Raymond

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property is very poorly managed and maintained. Service is almost non-existent and the cleanliness is to very low standards. The location is in the middle of low income housing where you would not expect to be. Highly not recommended if you are seeking anything above standard
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

DAVID CORREA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I can't complain considering the cost. The property is clean and maintained. On the other side the services like towels or in place amenities are very limited.access to property is dirt around a poor area with lots of trash around. Local service team do the best they can to help. Again this place is OK if you are looking for a low cost place and do t care about other details
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

felix, loganville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is clean and quiet place to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant was not open, the plunge pool was not cleaned and was low on water, there was hardly any water from the shower making it impossible to wash my hair. We stayed 3 nights and originally booked 7. Would not return.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David Silva

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

4/10 Poor

William

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The property itself was fine but the area around the facility was difficult to navigate because the poor condition of roads (poorly or unpaved) potholes, terrible signage. I will not be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anaisa

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was nothing it looked liked on the pictures I booked Expedia should definitely do research before allowing people to book hotels. There were no amenities at this hotel bar restaurant all closed. Roads were very bad it’s in a very dirty neighborhood. As far as breakfast not worth it at all. I saw a roach in my room. Plunge pool, and all the other pools were very dirty looked like it had not been cleaned for days. During check in I was told the guy that takes the Expedia booking was unavailable and would need to wait till he came back or I had to keep calling on WhatsApp to see when he would be back. Worst hotel false advertising all around …
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britnee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel for the city
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Athena Alexandria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. No hand or face towels at all just two bath towels. Breakfast is brought to you and it’s okay. No pool bar no restaurant. Pools are not clean only the rooftop pool is clean due to no trees hanging over it. Close to authentic Tulum and strip.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Krystal

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Brittany

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property definitely didn’t have everything it said internet was horrible and the lights went out a few times
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024