See all properties
Save
Entire apartment

Spacious Casita on the Best Beach in Tulum

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Spacious Casita on the Best Beach in Tulum

Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Pool
Aerial view
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Tulum, QROO
  • Soliman Bay
    13 min walk
  • LabnaHa Ecopark Adventures
    5 min drive
  • Xel-Há Park
    6 min drive
  • Tulum, Quintana Roo (TUY)
    15 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Property grounds

geo domes at the Tulum jungle, steps from the beach

Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, (7)
The price is NZ$637
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
geo domes at the Tulum jungle, steps from the beach

About the area

Tulum

When you stay at this apartment in Tulum, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Xel-Há Park and Akumal Beach. .This family-friendly apartment is 9.3 mi (15 km) from Tulum Mayan Ruins and 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Tulum Beach.
View more Apartments in TulumOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Soliman Bay - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Xel-Há Park - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Cenote Manatí - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Dos Ojos Cenote - 14 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Cenotes Sac Actun - 24 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vela Sur - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Piscis snack bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Los Corales - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vela Norte - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Frutos del Mar - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious Casita on the Best Beach in Tulum

THIS CASITA
This private casita is a new studio apartment boasting a bright, airy open space just steps from the private beach and beside the new fresh water pool. The casita is self contained with a full kitchen, private bath, living area and lovely outdoor patio perfect for dining and entertaining. The apartment is modern with cement counters, stainless appliances, with traditional wood louvered windows (with screens) to let the beautiful sea breeze through.
Features include:
• Hotel quality King bed
• Crisp clean linens
• Beach towels
• Ceiling fans
• AC
• Full kitchen with breakfast bar
• Bottled water
• Modern bathroom with walk-in shower
• Outdoor dining patio
• WiFi Internet
• Weber Gas Grill

THE PROPERTY
Soliman Bay is an undiscovered gem on the Riviera Maya. The Casa Playa Maya property is situated in the central location on Soliman Bay which has a rock-free beach with soft, white sand. The beach is at your doorstep and largely private and undiscovered, so the beach is never crowded.

Protected by the second largest coral reef in the world, we have the safest snorkelling, calm, warm water and abundant sea life.

Casa Playa Maya Properties is ideal for families, groups, or weddings. Each unit on the property can be rented individually or any group combination.

SERVICES
We want your stay to be relaxing and stress free. for a small fee, our property management team can provide:
• Stocked fridge upon your arrival – including beer, wine, tequila
• Concierge services to help with airport transfer, attractions, and local restaurants

Luis and Anabel will attend to your every need. They have restaurant training and can provide a dinner service with excellent Mexican flare. They also:
• Keep the beach clean
• Ensure your room(s) are fresh and tidy
• Address any maintenance issues immediately
Luis will even cut you a fresh coconut from one of our many trees for the perfect afternoon cocktail.

THE BAY
Soliman Bay is the hidden gem of Tulum. Just a few minutes north of Tulum center, it is exclusive and private. Entry to Soliman Bay is protected by our Security checkpoint staff.

GETTING AROUND
We can provide shuttle service from the airport or you can rent a car from the airport or in Tulum. Regular bus service can transport you to Tulum and other attractions with very inexpensive fares. In Tulum, you will find old town Mexico, which has become the chic destination for visitors across the globe. World class restaurants, authentic Mexican dining and an American-style department store for your every need. Tourist activities include kiteboarding, scuba trips, cenote dives and swimming, adventure parks, Mayan ruins and more.

TURTLE NESTING
Between July and October is turtle season. Because Soliman Bay is quiet, abundant sea turtles choose Soliman Bay to make their nests here. Many of our guests have had the once in a lifetime opportunity to view this amazing natural phenomenon of nesting and hatchlings returning to the sea.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a water park and a spa tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Glynis Fleming

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool
  • A hot tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Permitted outside except for pool and beach

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 450 sq ft (42 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Must be kept on a leash and off the beach

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We also have folding cribs & air beds

Important information

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 2
Note from host: Rent some or all of the property for your event
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Spacious Casita on the Best Beach in Tulum Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful & Perfect!
We absolutely LOVED our 4 day stay at Casa Playa Maya! It was the perfect quiet, restful getaway for my husband & I. Luis met us as we parked and gave us a tour, instructions, and answered all our questions. Throughout our stay, he was always available in person or by phone for restaurant & activity recommendations, setting us up with snorkeling equipment & kayaks, and any other thing we needed. Casita #4 was lovely - clean, well equipped, private, and comfortable in every way. It was nice to have our own deck overlooking the pool & a bar-b-q to use for cooking (on top of the nicely stocked kitchen.) The beach was fantastic with hammocks, lounge chairs, shade, and such a gorgeous view. We thoroughly enjoyed snorkeling for the first time in the clear, warm water with coral reefs accessible (a small one 50' from the shore and lots more out in the bay.) I highly recommend this place and the staff who manage it!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful casita on a glorious shelter bay
We loved it! Prompt communication with Glynis. Luis was an incredible host. The casita had everything we needed for a self catered 6 night stay. A car is recommended for freedom of moment to the surrounding area as there is only the restaurant at Jashita hotel. This is a secure community and we shared a private part of the beach with the 4 other casitas and the villa on the property. It is a stunning bay and we highly recommend staying here if you would like a quiet and relaxing holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Apartment in Tulum
I have nothing but good things to say about our stay. The host was awesome and responsive to my questions. The caretaker Luis who lives on the property was great he was there for our needs. The beach is 100 yards away and snorkeling gear and kayaks were available for the guests use. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy studio
Very satisfied with this studio which we rented for 2 weeks. We arrived late the first night and we were exhausted! It was so wonderful that Luis was up and waiting for us - and helped us get our luggage up to our room and get us settled in. So appreciated that! The bed was super comfortable for us, everything was in working order, and Luis (on site property manager) was easy to contact and quick to respond to any needs. Soliman bay is a very special place to be. We spent quite a bit of time hanging out on the beach out front - using the kayaks and snorkeling in the protected bay. The coral structures, fish and warm water makes this a great place to spend time especially if you value a quiet environment to read, relax and chill out. Only occasional beach walkers going by. I would stay here again - my only suggestion to the owner would be to have 2 adirondack chairs for each cabana lanai instead of 1 so that 2 people can sit comfortably together instead of 1 person in “the good chair” and the other in a straight backed wooden chair that is not for long term relaxing! Again - loved it and would stay there again if the price point stays reasonable.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorrian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay!
Everything was perfect. Condo, grounds and beach very clean! Felt very comfortable. Luis and his family so friendly and helpful! We will be back :)
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful place
This property is located on the most beautiful, quiet bay. The casita we stayed in was clean and well taken care of. Luis, the property manager was incredibly helpful and kind. Can’t recommend this place enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laila G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay
Overall we greatly enjoyed our stay. The room and pool were lovely day and night. Luis made our stay; he was very helpful and available. He gave recommendations on snorkeling and kayaking in the bay, authentic local restaurants and places off the beaten track to visit. The only thing we wish would have been proactively communicated in the listing or by the owners was the masses of smelly seaweed in the bay and along the Maya Riviera during this season. We still had a great time, just spent a lot less time on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colby S., Victoria, BC Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place and stay
Everything was as expected and the place was clean, beautiful and close to the beach. The staff were great, owner communication was great. The only problem, which is completely out of their control and impacts every beach, is the Sargassum. It got pretty bad on our last few days, but we found other fun things to do (cenote, ruins, snorkling).
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy guest.
Would definitely return. Luis and staff are awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerri W.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of a kind property
If you are looking for a quiet, welcoming and warm beach location with a calm protected bay where snorkeling, paddle boarding kayaking or simply sun bathing is your thing, this is your place. The on property staff (a lovely English speaking husband and wife) are there to help you with all of your needs. This property is a top shelf vacation spot and we will certainly recommend it to travelers.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nora C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Luis and Anna Belle are the best!
Talk about hospitality! Gorgeous place but the thing I’ll remember most is the hospitality of our hosts. I highly recommend!! Nora and Steven from Tennessee :)
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

JAMIE H.

Liked: Cleanliness
September 2021
We enjoyed the stay. Luis the property manager was helpful. The location is perfect. The room is on the second floor which wasn't an issue for us. There's great snorkeling just off the beach. Tulum is close and there is a local Market with restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great area to stay for a different season than a different place
It's a beautiful place (during other parts of the year) and the owners were nice enough to let us reschedule multiple times due to the Covid restrictions. Something's to know before you go... The entire area has a massive seagrass problem. Words do not do this justice and I would highly suggest you between December and March. After that you will be trudging through sometimes feet of dying seagrass from shore to 30 to 40 ft out and stained water. The first unit we stayed up, Casita 4 did not have full windows, had an incredibly hard bed and was inundated with ants. We moved to Casita 2 still had a hard bed, no ants, a non-working microwave and intermittent hot water. The owners did not let us know about the extent of the seagrass issue until after the cancellation deadline. This was also the same for other guests we found out while we were there. We asked to be moved to a different unit, and more expensive one and offered to pay some difference in cost so that we could get a bed that we could sleep on. We were met with suspicion, disbelief and told that they would get back to us the following day. We never heard from them again. At that point, we had to leave because we could not sleep tonight and our backs were incredibly painful. For people in our middle 30s to middle 40s and in great shape. So I can only imagine how others would feel. I understand the seagrass problem has to be incredibly frustrating for owners. I feel that it's only right to be honest and upfront about the severity. I also think that it's fair to have a comfortable bed to sleep on, hot water and a functioning kitchen if that's what you're buying. Solomin Bay is beautiful and we have been there five times now. It's worth renting a place on during the good months. I might pass on this place in the future though. It needs some TLC. The positive side, Luis (the caretaker) is wonderful. He can only do so much though. If you're looking for a low budget place on the bay with the best snorkeling possibly on the Yucatan then I would give this a shot but be prepared for touching it out a bit.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Total Bliss !!
The property was more than listed. This is truly a hidden gem that we hope can continue to be preserved for its beauty and nature. Luis and his family went above and beyond to make our stay one to remember and hopefully return in the near future. Glynis recommendations and accommodations were spot on.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful people, location, and property
Perfect quiet getaway on the beach. As always, a highlight is the property management team of Luis and Anabel. We highly recommend opting for a meal in from them. The property is quiet, the units are spacious and well accomodated, and the beach is beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Makayla G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
This was such a secluded and beautiful place. It was a bit of a distance to downtown Tulum, but worth it for the beauty. The hotel restaurant on the beach is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Luis and Anabel alone made our vacation one of the best we’ve had!! A+++ service and location
Amazing location with our own private beach. Kayaks, paddle boards, snorkel and relaxing in our beach chairs. Great view of the gorgeous water and bay. Our hosts/property managers Luis and Anabel MADE our trip... they are amazing hosts, very friendly, Louis speaks great English and they are there to serve you with whatever needed. Helped guide us to great cenotes around and food spots. This is a more of a private quiet getaway scene and having Louis there just made it perfect for me and my wife. They also will cook for you and stock the liquor if you provide with a list and pay them on arrival. Annabel will even make you a great meal!! (Phenomenal cook). Only 15 mins from Tulum and 30 mins from Playa Del Carmen!! Perfect location. We will be back and highly recommend to anyone!! Kid friendly as well. Place was clean and plenty of space! Enjoyed the pool to rinse off as well. Outdoor shower to rinse sand also. A+++ and we will be back!! Cheers!

8/10 Good

Paige C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful, quaint stay.
Soliman Bay and the location are beautiful. Hosts are very helpful! Only unfortunate part of our stay was the loud and incessant tile saws being used as they were redoing all the floors in the main house/ beachfront.

10/10 Excellent

Anne V., Hamilton, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Casa Playa Maya
Casa Playa Maya is a hidden gem in Solomon Bay. Close enough to Tulum and all the cenotes and Mayan ruins. Our studio was on the main floor at the back. It was nicely furnished with a comfy bed and kitchen and sitting area separate. We had a private outdoor sitting area with lush tropical garden leading to the pool and access to the sandy beach beyond. There were kayaks, paddle boards and snorkeling equipment for guests to use. To sum up this was a quiet, peaceful and tranquil place to stay. The host and hostess Luis and Annabel were very accommodating. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, simple quiet stay in Tulum
Wonderful, simple quiet stay in Tulum This particular spot in to loom is quite beautiful. It offers peace and tranquility, and the atmosphere surrounds you with beauty. The accommodations were perfect for our needs, and we intend to return

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine S., Cameron Park, CA-previously Anchorage, AK

Loved our stay!
Loved our stay! If you need to relax and want to be at a quiet location this is a great place. The property is well taken care of by Luis and his wife. The studio apartment was well equipped and very nice. You’re right on Soliman Bay and it is amazing! The second largest reef is right there. We were able to kayak right to it. The snorkeling was wonderful. I saw a turtle every day. Lots of beautiful fish. The house has kayaks and paddle boards you can use. The bay is pretty shallow but I wore a life jacket so I could just float freely without having to worry about standing up when I got tired. Amazing!!! Tulum is about a 20 minute drive. Every where we ate was wonderful. The Mexican restaurant, Oscar & Lalo’s is right across the highway from the road to the house, it was one of the best meals we had. My favorite restaurant in Tulum, El Vegetariano was amazing. Nothing negative about where we stayed, it was the best part of our trip. The negative about our trip, I’ll share in hopes that I can help someone else be better prepared. I feel dumb but this was our first trip to Mexico and last minute so we didn’t do a lot of research. Our fault. Renting a car, it’s very convenient but here’s a couple things to know. If you rent a car your personal car insurance won’t cover your car rental in Mexico. The least expensive “insurance “ was $25 dollars extra each day. Our rental online was listed as under $200. Once they added all the fees, insurance, gas refill, extra driver, taxes, etc. it was around $600 US dollars. And it was a crappy small Toyota. Hopefully you’ll have more time to research and find a better deal. 2nd, VERY IMPORTANT, on your way back to the airport there are police stops. If you get the luck of the draw, they’ll pull you over and tell you you were speeding. I truly don’t believe we were but we weren’t going to question them, they are very intimidating. They will ask for your drivers license and tell you that you can pick it up at the police station the next day knowing full well that you’re most likely on your way to the airport. They told us the ticket was around $3000 pesos which is around $175 US dollars. We only had $140 US. They said that would work, we paid them, left. What a scam/racket. Lesson learned.

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

Great place to stay
This was our second stay on this property and it was as great as our visit last year. Last year our family traveled with us and we stayed in the big house. It was perfect. This year just my partner and I went, stayed in a studio apartment that was fabulous. Annabelle and Luis and baby Hector, the caretakers, go beyond what they need to to make your stay the best it can be. No complaints on anything for two years in a row. Will definitely be back !! Diane and Eric
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Very pleased with our unit
Our unit was clean and comfortable. It was steps to the beach where the snorkeling was great! We will be back again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yann T.

Absolutely perfect!
You will be hard pressed to find a better location and better accommodations. The apartment has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Kitchen, AC, fans, wifi, king bed, patio, pool at your feet, and the gorgeous beach of Soliman Bay 50 meters away. The care takers live onsite and are wonderful people who will take care of all your needs, should you have any. Soliman Bay is the most incredible bay you can imagine. White sand, palm trees and coconut trees, turquoise waters protected by a reef barrier, incredible snorkeling and diving sites to view corrals and exotic fish. The dream post card!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019