2/10 Poor
23 Dec 2024
Avoid Tulum at all costs
I would not recommend anyone to stay here based on the location. Tulum has sadly become a mafia-controlled tourist trap and it was one of the worst travel experiences I’ve had. This hotel is super nice and shiny, but beware you will be in an area that’s still underdeveloped, the taxi cartels have blocked Uber and similar services and they charge ridiculously amounts of money to take you to the beach which is less than 5 minutes away. The restaurants around look nice, but the food is actually terrible and the prices are also ridiculous. And the food at the hotel is really bad and the cocktails tasted like they’ve been watered down.
I’m Mexican and I’m shocked to see what this majestic place has become, thanks to influencers and cartels wanting to take advantage of the hype to rip off tourists. It’s a real shame.
I would advice to stay in Playa del Carmen or Cancun, where at least you can find good, regularly-priced tacos and seafood and you can easily access the beach.
Daniel
Daniel, 5-night trip
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