With the tropical balmy breeze in your hair and warm sand beneath your feet, let your inhibitions run wild in the Caribbean oceanfront at Hotel Mezzanine.
A gem in the Colibri Boutique Hotel Group, Mezzanine is situated on the secluded low bluff, with a tranquil stretch of Tulum’s iconic sandy beach spreading out before it.
Steps away from the ocean, all the rooms have stunning views and a variety of luxurious amenities for the most relaxing vacation.
This hip and stylish hotel attracts a lot of couples and groups because of its ideal location, authentic Thai restaurant curated by award-winning celebrity chef Garn Surasak, and brilliantly crafted lip-smacking cocktails by their expert mixologists.
Spending a few days over here and enjoying their excellent customer service will leave you with very high expectations every time you are on vacation.
Mezzanine Hotel Full Review
From the moment you’re greeted with a welcome margarita, you’ll know that you’re in for a star treatment and a luxurious experience at Mezzanine Hotel. Explore all its features and make the most of your stay.
🌅 Scene
Being nestled on a shallow cliff is why the hotel got its name, as the word Mezzanine translates to a “short platform.”
From its low throne, a few steps lead down to the beach that unfurls as a vista of teal waters kissing its powdery dunes.
Being the first boutique in the area, these pioneers watched their surroundings develop while remaining the top pick among tourists.
The hotel has thrived over the years and now has four more sister properties, three of which are located on the same stretch.
📍Location
Located in the northern end of Tulum’s hotel zone, this Mezzanine sits between a beautifully dense jungle and a picture-perfect beachfront with pristine water.
With fewer hotels on this stretch, the beach is way less crowded than most of the hotel zone and has fewer pedestrians you’ll bump into.
The hotel is a comfortable 90-minute drive from Cancun Airport and has a lot of tourist spots closer to it. You can easily access a lot of tourist attractions like the Mayan ruins, which are only a 5 to 10-minute drive away, and the beach town isn’t too far either.
You can even enjoy a leisurely walk along the beach to get to the ruins in under 30 minutes. To explore the southern beach strip, you just need to take a half-hour car ride.
🛌Rooms
The exclusivity of the property lies in the nine rooms they offer. All of these are elegantly designed in a contemporary casita style with mosaic tiles, bohemian beach, or Thai accents like their wicker basket chairs, coconut incense, or vase of budding branches.
All the rooms and suites are spacious, with gorgeous views and plenty of natural light coming in. You can pick from a view of the ocean or jungle, knee-deep tubs, and rainfall shower combos.
They also offer a host of amenities like daybed loft areas, private decks with wicker loungers, and seating areas with Bose iPod decks. But remember that the hotels in this area have to supply their own electricity so you won’t find any televisions or phones in any of the rooms.
🏝 Beach
The Mezzanine’s beachfront has one of the most beautiful views in all of Tulum. But this part of the beach is rocky, and there are very few spots to throw your towel and lay in the sun.
You get an uninterrupted view of the ocean as the hotel is built on an elevated green patch among the mangroves.
Though the beach is not private, you won’t find any day visitors due to the lack of even flat surface areas to sit down and relax. This makes the beach private and suitably secluded for the guests staying here.
🍔🥤Food & Drink
While visiting Tulum, Mezzanine’s restaurant is a must-try. People who don’t even stay here come in to enjoy at least one meal here, during their visit to this ancient port.
Falling in line with the hotel’s boho-beach Thai vibe, there is an authentic Thai restaurant on the property with a menu that goes beyond Pad Thai and Red or Green Curry.
The menu is carefully curated and executed by chefs Dim Geefay and Liliana Lopez. They take pride in making Thai food and seamlessly infusing it with Mexican ingredients like jicama, chilis, and local fruits. They are open for breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner.
Their beachside cocktail bar and outstanding cocktails made by expert mixologist Jasper Soffer draw in huge crowds.
You can enjoy their two-for-one margarita happy hour or try a Mexican Cerveza or Mexican-Asian fusion cocktail with ingredients like mezcal, limes, and habanero peppers.
Other Features
Irrespective of which room you choose, the hotel offers some common amenities to all its guests, which include free breakfast, a welcome drink, free wifi throughout the property, and limited but free parking.
Mezzanine also has semi-private sunbeds among the mangroves, covered sundecks overlooking the ocean, and a lagoon-style rock pool with a trickling waterfall at one end. They also have additional paid services like massages, bicycle rentals, laundry, and airport shuttles.
Pros & Cons
Like any other hotel property, Mezzanine has its its upsides and downsides as well.
Pros
- There is the lush jungle on one side and a stunning coastline view on the other side.
- Beachfront location with quick access to the beach from any of the rooms.
- The concierge will call you after you book to provide further guidance regarding things you might like to try while there.
- Chic rooms with a boho beach vibe and elegant decor.
- Luxurious room upgrades to master suites of loft-style oceanfront rooms.
- Free breakfast is delivered to the room individually.
- Top-notch service of their staff and servers. Their hospitality is much appreciated by most guests and often becomes one of the memorable reasons for their stay.
- Exceptional Thai restaurant by a celebrity chef.
- Sea view lounging area with beach beds, chairs, and couches.
- Free wifi and parking for guests.
- Seaside bar with expert mixologist and mid-day happy hour from 1 to 4 pm.
- No kids under the age of 16 (it may be a con for some)
- All rooms are fitter with air conditioners and fully stocked mini-refrigerators.
Cons
- Limited parking space.
- The stretch of beach accessible from the hotel is rocky.
- No television or telephone in any room (con only if you are here to watch TV)
- No kids under the age of 16 (it may be a pro for some).
- The pool is more for the looks than actually swimming in it.
Amenities
The property offers a lot of amenities to its guests. Here are a few highlights of what to expect while you’re staying there.
- Beachfront property
- Bicycle rental
- On-site Restaurant and Bar with Happy hour
- Free WiFi in all areas
- Free public parking
- 24-hour front desk
- Adults only
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Massage
Conclusion
The Mezzanine Hotel has been popular for years due to its excellent beachfront location, warm guest service, and beautiful boho chic accommodations. It is close enough to the cultural aspects of Tulum while being not too far from the party crowd.
The amenities they provide inside the property, including their sought-after restaurant and famous bar, make it an ideal place for couples and singles.
If you are looking for your perfect escape on this side of heaven, this hotel is an attractive and well-balanced option for your stay.