PAPAYA PLAYA PROJECT, TULUM, A MEMBER OF DESIGN HOTELS, Tulum

Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, A Member Of Design Hotels - A sustainable beachfront resort with private pools, traditional Mayan architecture, and wellness experiences

Located steps from the Caribbean Sea, this Tulum hotel features casitas and cabañas with private porches and plunge pools. Design Hotels' property incorporates traditional Mayan building techniques, including Chukum tree resin for natural cooling. Guest rooms offer air conditioning, 500-thread-count bedsheets, organic cotton towels, locally-sourced bath amenities, and beach bags. The resort houses multiple dining venues serving regional seafood dishes and locally-sourced meats. Wellness facilities include a spa offering Mayan treatments, daily yoga sessions, and a traditional Temazcal steam bath. The Beach Club provides live DJ entertainment and mixology, while Playa Solar offers a mindful beachfront setting. Papaya Playa Project maintains 93% of its original jungle setting.

Pros

On-site laboratory provides 24-hour COVID test results

Daily water quality monitoring and high-temperature sanitization protocols

Native wildlife including raccoons, monkeys, and toucans inhabit the property

Dedicated programs for sea turtle protection and conservation

Cons

Located 43.5 miles from Playa del Carmen Airport

Limited urban amenities in the immediate area