Tulum is probably not the first place you think of when you look for a beach destination for your family. Known as the Mexican party central, this little beach town is a haven for adults. This can make finding hotels and resorts that cater to people with children difficult.
But fear not, because I have curated the ultimate list of the best, all-inclusive family resorts and hotels in Tulum.
Having visited Tulum with my friends, partner, and eventually with my children, I have left almost no stone unturned. From small boutique hotels to expansive resorts, I have covered almost every kid-friendly accommodation you can find there!
15 Best Hotels & Resorts in Tulum for Families
Let’s take a look at some of the best stays in Tulum for families with children.
La Zebra Colibri Boutique Hotel
⭐ Rating: 4.55 out of 5 stars
📍 Location: Tulum Playa (South). Carr. Tulum-Boca Paila Km 8.2, Tulum Beach, Zona Costera, 77780 Tulum, Q.R.
If you’re visiting as a large family, this boutique hotel with chic decor and a fun, vibrant atmosphere is for you.
You can select from their variety of rooms with sea view, garden view, pool view, plunge pools, and balconies. Their suites are big enough to accommodate a family of four with a king-size bed, two twin trundle beds, two showers, and vanities.
What makes it unique is that it has a little something for everyone. There’s a mini beach club attached to the property. It’s more of a beach bar for adults with a playground and swimming pool for kids. Children can enjoy crafts and games within the venue. Parents can relax at their full-service spa.
Ahau Tulum By Ahau Collection
⭐ Rating: 4.55 out of 5 stars
📍Location: Zona Hotelera. Carr. Tulum a Boca Paila Km. 7.5 Zona Costera, 77760 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico.
Unwind and enjoy Ahau Tulum’s sophistication amid the lush Mayan jungle and the crystal-clear Caribbean Sea on the pristine white-sand beaches.
If your children are obsessed with Moana, they will love the enigmatic entrance that resembles Te Fiti from Moana.
This rustic little resort has a jungle abode vibe and breathes eco-friendly with solar panels, wind panels, and rain-catching systems. It is not only a luxurious haven for eco-conscious travelers, but it’s also a safe abode for your little furry friends. Yes, your cats and dogs are allowed here!
Sit back and relax in their cabanas and huts surrounded by nature, enjoy daily yoga and meditation lessons, or make your way to the ancient Mayan ruins located minutes away.
Sueños Tulum
⭐Rating: 4.65 out of 5 stars
📍Location: Zona Hotelera. Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila Zona Hotelera Tulum, Km 8.5, Zona Hotelera, 77780 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico
Ever wondered what it would feel like to live in Tulum with your family? Your dream can become a reality during your stay at Sueños Tulum. It is an all-inclusive Tulum family resort with an on-site bar, restaurant, spa, daily yoga sessions, and anything else you need for a blissful stay in Mexico.
This eco-resort was designed to give you that native experience while giving you a taste of the lovely local hospitality. While this resort gives you breathtaking views of the ocean and a lovely time at the beach, what people remember the most here is their guest service.
While they have a limited number of suites, some of them accommodate families of different sizes, including the Temple Penthouse, which sleeps a family of four comfortably, and the Temple Clubhouse, which can easily house a party of six.
Una Vida
⭐Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars
📍 Location: Tulum Pueblo, Av La Selva between Kohunlich and Xcaret, Tulum 77780, México.
Only 5 kilometers away from the beach, Una Vida brings you a kid and pet-friendly jungle paradise surrounded by lush greenery, dream catchers, and other local handicrafts. It’s one of the best family-friendly hotels in Tulum with a pool, so you don’t miss the beach too much.
At Una Vida, there are many luxurious accommodation options to choose from, including villas that can sleep up to 8 people with a well-stocked kitchenette, private pool, outdoor shower, and even some outdoor bathtubs.
While this boutique hotel is at the luxury end of the spectrum, the quality and service you will get there will be more than you have paid for.
Jashita Hotel
⭐Rating: 4.65 out of 5 stars
📍 Location: North Playa, Baia, Punta Soliman, 77780 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico.
If you want a hotel on the beach that has romantic vibes while allowing your children to have their fun, Jashita Hotel is the right place for you. Like a sprawling gem on the Riviera Maya, this hotel adds a splash of Italian feel to the Hispanic vibes.
The service they provide is incredibly catered to your preference. The strip of beach along their hotel is quite private, and the staff can arrange different activities for you and your family, including snorkeling, scuba diving, yoga sessions, or even private dinners right on the beach.
Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa
⭐Rating: 3.75 out of 5 stars
📍Location: North Playa, Carretera Chetumal-Puerto Juarez Km. 236, 77760 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico.
This resort is Hyatt’s answer to a Tuluminati hotel. It’s the best all-inclusive Tulum family resort with every standardized service and amenities you can think of.
Like most Hyatt resorts, it sprawls over a large piece of estate, including its share of beach and two swimming pools. If you have a ‘swim out’ suite, you can access the pool directly from your room!
You can drop your children off at the Mayan-themed Explorer’s Club, with a water park and many fun activities. Core Zone Teens Club is a great place to keep your teenagers entertained with games and activities while you whisk away to enjoy a drink or two at the adult-only zones of this resort.
To get a holistic well-being experience, you can enjoy spa treatment, massage, or even take classes to make your own Mayan spa products.
While it’s a place that has a little something from everyone, other smaller boutiques may give you a more authentic Tulum experience.
Alaya Tulum
⭐Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
📍Location: Zona Hotelera, Carr. Tulum-Boca Paila Km. 8.3, Tulum Beach, Zona Costera, 77760 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico.
Live it up the Mayan style right in the treehouse At Alaya Tulum. Only steps away from the beach, this unique stay is both child-friendly and extraordinary, giving you and your family a truly memorable experience.
Your children will get to experience what it’s like to stay up on a tree, surrounded by greenery. With thatched roofs, ocean-view balconies, and all the amenities you’d want in a hotel, this is a beautiful oasis.
You’ll even get private beach access with sun beds and a variety of wellness activities to choose from. Another bonus is that if you’re traveling with kids under the age of eleven, their stay is free. You can take your pick from a variety of family rooms to suit your budget and needs.
Bahia Principe Grand
⭐Rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars
📍Location: Zona Hotelera, Carretera Federal Chetumal- Benito Juarez Km. 250, 77760 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico.
This is one of the best luxury hotels in Tulum for families, which is not only all-inclusive but also comes with a picture-perfect view of Riviera Maya.
The property has rooms with spa baths, a kids club, a teens club, a spa and wellness center, free bikes, three pools, a nightclub, and a variety of on-site restaurants.
While it has all the standardized amenities you would find in an international hotel, it stays true to the local Mayan spirit. It perfectly captures the essence of Tulum with its in-house amenities.
You can walk onto the white sand beach for sunbathing, swimming, or other water activities. Or walk towards the other end of the resort that borders the jungle and engage with the surrounding flora and fauna.
Coco Village
⭐Rating: 4.35 out of 5 stars
📍Location: Tulum Pueblo, MZ22 LT01 Chichen Itza Tulum Centro, Tulum 77780 Mexico.
If you are looking for a trendy boutique that doesn’t make a hole in your wallet and keeps your family away from the party crowd, Coco Village is where you want to stay.
You can take your pick from their modern and stylish condos, which have 2 and 3-bedroom apartment options with fully-equipped kitchens, washer-dryers, living room, dining area, and access to the garden and pool.
What makes it most attractive is that due to the condo-styled accommodation, it is great for families with smaller children and more people. It is not only more spacious but you also get the kitchen, in case you need to prepare food for your baby or toddler.
Since it is located in downtown Tulum, you won’t be too far from some of Tulum’s best restaurants and cheapest local eats.
If you stay here, you’ll also get free access to the famous beach club located on their sister property, Coco Tulum.
Zamas Hotel
⭐Rating: 8.7 out of 10 stars
📍Location: Zona Hotelera, Carr. Tulum-Boca Paila KM 5, Tulum Beach, Zona Hotelera, 77780 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico.
With spacious bungalows for hire, Zamas Hotel is one of the most beautiful family hotels in Tulum. It screams tropical, with hammocks strung across trees all throughout the property, thatched roofs, colorful cabins, and the beautiful white sand beach.
Soak in the beautiful sea view as you take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool or enjoy a drink at the bar. This property is located close to town, so you can explore at ease and visit the shops and restaurants there.
The servers and staff at Zamas Hotel are quite wonderful, especially around children, which will make your stay there a true delight.
Bahia Principe Luxury
⭐Rating: 4.3 out of 5 stars
📍Location: North Playa, Playa Aventuras, Chetumal-Cancun km. 250, Solidaridad, 77760 Akumal, Q.R., Mexico.
Bahia Principe Luxury is the other establishment of the hotel chain, which takes you closer to the ocean, but luckily, not too close to the party hub!
If you’re looking to spend a tranquil vacation and stay on the outskirts of Tulum, this should be your top pick.
Once you enter this place, you won’t find yourself stepping out for anything. This resort has everything you could possibly want on your vacation.
From three swimming pools, four jacuzzis, 2 children’s swimming pools, a fitness center, five tennis courts, motorsports, 3 restaurants, 9 cocktail bars, an 18-hole golf club, you will pretty much find everything in this resort!
While it is not as luxurious as it used to be, you still get some value for money as this hotel is quite the bundle and has all the standard amenities.
Ana y Jose Hotel & Spa
⭐Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars
📍Location: North Playa, Carr. Tulum-Boca Paila Km. 7, Tulum Beach, Punta Piedra, 77780 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico.
Ana y Jose is where you can get the most Tulum experience that is suitable for larger families and group vacations. They offer 4-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom villas with private pools, making them an easy pick for larger parties.
You get the true Mexican Caribbean experience as you watch the sea view sunset from the terrace, sunbathe in the private beach area under a thatched roof cabin, or take a dip in a private pool.
You can take a 5-minute drive to the Mayan ruins or take a walk to the breathtaking Sian Ka’an biosphere reserve.
I’d also recommend trying their in-house restaurant that specializes in local Mexican cuisine made using local fresh produce. They have the loveliest staff who tend to go above and beyond to help you and ensure you have the warmest stay!
Naay Tulum Curamoria Collection
⭐Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars
📍Location: Tulum Pueblo, 5GXQ+C7, Itzamna Mza 26 Lt B88, 77760 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico.
Centrally located, this boutique hotel is the best pick for a peaceful family vacation. You can pick between regular rooms or junior king suits for more space to accommodate up to 6 people.
While it’s not close to the ocean, their rooftop has island-style decor and furnishing that reminds you that you are still in Tulum. It also has an infinity pool, a kid’s pool, and an infinity jacuzzi to enjoy a jungle sunset view. You can enjoy the same view from their restaurant and bar as well.
Villas Geminis Boutique Condo Hotel
⭐Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
📍Location: Tulum Town, Calle Geminis y Andromeda Oriente, Tulum 77780 Mexico.
If you’re looking for a pet-friendly and budget-friendly hotel for your family trip, this is one of my top picks. In addition to being reasonably priced, Villas Geminis Boutique Condo Hotel is located in the heart of Tulum.
You can’t be more centrally located than this! It’s just a 10-minute drive to Tulum Beach. They also offer free bikes to their guests so you can explore the town for free, and the breakfast is inclusive too. They align better with the Tuluminati soul than other condo hotels in the town.
Enjoy your private apartment with a terrace and private outdoor soaking tub. Start your day with their complimentary breakfast, then go for a swim in the outdoor pool, get an in-room massage, or even attend a private yoga session.
Cabanas Tulum- Beach Hotel & Spa
⭐Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
📍Location: Tulum Playa, Carretera-Boca Paila, Km 7, Tulum Beach, Tulum 77780 Mexico.
Cabanas Tulum is Bohemian vibes personified, and you feel that island living feel from the decor, the amenities, and even the thoughtful staff. They have a variety of beachfront cabanas to choose from with an ocean view or stay in a suite or villa with a private pool, depending on your family’s size.
Also, the rooms have private pools and hot tubs for the kids to splash around all day without getting dirty in the sand. You can also enjoy your meals while watching the sunset at their seafront restaurant or wander into town and try some local taco shops, beach bars, or cafes.
Conclusion
Tulum is a beautiful town for a unique and stress-free vacation. While it is famous amongst couples and singles, there is a lot to experience, see, and enjoy with your family. But to make the most of the vacation, you need to find the perfect accommodation to suit your needs.
I hope I could help you find the right hotel or resort. So make your bookings, start packing, and make some memories with your family.
FAQs
Is Tulum safe for families?
The relaxed paradise of Tulum is a safe option for families. But like any tourist destination, you must be mindful of the places you visit and take care of your personal belongings.
What is the safest part of Tulum to stay in?
Tulum Beach, downtown Tulum, and Aldea Zama are three of the safest parts to stay in Tulum. They are famous among travelers, making them populated and well-lit, with a variety of hotels, restaurants, shops, and more.
What is the best month to go to Tulum?
Tulum is a year-round destination with peak season from November to December due to the pleasant weather and the lack of seaweed.