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Hotel Description

4-star beachfront hotel near Tulum Beach

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 Tulum National Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

Private beach, dining

This hotel features a private beach, a full-service spa, and a nightclub. Relax with free beach cabanas and beach umbrellas, and cool off with a drink at the beachside bar. Families will appreciate the playground, onsite laundry facilities, and in-room childcare.

Cabaña Jungle View 1 Bed

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$312* Per night/room Apr 22 - Apr 23

Casa Palapa

Bed Count 4 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 10 Max

Casita Ocean View with Pool

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Cabaña Ocean View 1 Bed

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Casita Jungle with Pool

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Casa Coco

Bed Count 5 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 10 Max

Papaya Playa Project ratings based on 3 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
5.0 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Papaya Playa Project

Everyone (2) Couples (1)
5 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 26, 2021

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Oct 6, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 13, 2020 by May - Guest Experience Manager

Estimado Huésped, Nos alegra enormemente que haya tenido una grata experiencia en nuesra propiedad. Agradecemos la puntuación otorgada y esperamos tener la oportunidad de recibirle en un futuro cercano. Cordialmente, May Guest Experience Manager

5 out of 5
Fantastic experience for jungle style and outdoor adventures

Posted by on Jul 25, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 25, 2019 by Guest Experience Team

Dear guest, Thanks for sharing your comments about your experience with us. It makes us really happy that you had enjoyed it. We hope to see you again! Kindest regards,

Property Features

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 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
  • Continental breakfast (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
  • Front-desk safe
  • 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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • On private beach
  • Number of outdoor pools - 2
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Playground on site

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Papaya Playa Project offers 87 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Massage in room (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to noon.

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Late night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).

Nearby Activities

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Golfing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Beach volleyball on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site
  • Playground on site
  • Beach yoga on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Surf lessons - onsite
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Spa Services

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.

  • Deep tissue massage
  • Swedish massage
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Reflexology
  • Massages on beach
  • Body treatments
  • Detoxification wrap
  • Facial treatments
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

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. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Papaya Playa Project offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Papaya Playa Project

Policies

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 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.

  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Security system
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 3
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 72 hours
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Children stay free
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service
  • Number of children who can stay free - 2
  • Debit cards
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

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 135 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.

Hotel Names

  • 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 Hotel
  • Papaya Playa Project Tulum
  • Papaya Playa Project Hotel Tulum

You should know

  • 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.