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Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Tulum Beach

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Casita Loft Ocean View | View from room
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Beach/ocean view
Casa Arena | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Km 4.5 Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, Tulum, QROO, 77780
  • Tulum Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Playa Paraiso
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Tulum Mayan Ruins
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room, Private Pool (Casita Jungle, Ground Pool)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room, Private Pool, Ocean View (Casita, Rooftop Pool)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Pool (Casita Jungle, Rooftop Pool)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room, Private Pool (Casita Jungle, Rooftop Pool)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room (Casa Viento)

  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 King Beds and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room (Casa Palma)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

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Loft, Private Pool, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Loft, Private Pool, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Ocean View (Casita) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room, Ocean View (Casita)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room (Casa Coco)

  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 King Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room (Casa Arena)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

View all photos for Room, Private Pool, Ocean View (Casita, Ground Pool)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room, Private Pool, Ocean View (Casita, Ground Pool)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room (Casa Palapa)

  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Tulum

Beachfront retreat .Your stay at this Zona Hotelera hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Tulum Beach and Playa Paraiso. SFER IK and Jaguar Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • SFER IK - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tulum Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Las Palmas Public Beach - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Playa Paraiso - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Tulum Mayan Ruins - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maya Tulum - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jasmine - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kin Toh - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Papaya Playa Beach Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mateos - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels

4-star beachfront hotel near Tulum Beach
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Sit back and relax on the beach with complimentary cabanas, free beach club on site, and umbrellas. At Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free. The property offers extended parking privileges.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Tulum hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels offers 87 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Spa Papaya Playa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to noon
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free beach club
  • Full-service spa
  • Nightclub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Late-night room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 180 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Papaya Playa
Papaya Playa Project
Papaya Playa Project Hotel
Papaya Playa Project Hotel Tulum
Papaya Playa Project Tulum
Papaya Project
Playa Papaya
Playa Papaya Project
Playa Project
Papaya Playa Project
Papaya Playa Project A Member of Design Hotels
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels to the airport?

Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels is 28 mi (56-min drive) away from the Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels?

As of Sep 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels on Oct 6, 2025 start from $427.68, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels have an airport shuttle?

Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 180 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels offer free breakfast?

Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels have a pool?

Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels features 2 outdoor pools. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Spa Papaya Playa, where you can enjoy beach massages and facials.

How close is Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels to downtown Tulum?

Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels is 2.5 mi away from Tulum.