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Planning a trip to Tulum<\/a> in the Riviera Maya soon? You\u2019re in for a treat! But you\u2019ll also find that, while planning your trip, you\u2019ll encounter a pretty important decision: where to stay in Tulum! No, Tulum is not like most cities around the world<\/strong>. You\u2019ll have a pretty important decision to make before your trip, and this complete guide to Tulum accommodation will explain everything you need to know to help make your decision smoother!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most people find this difficult, but, trust me, figuring out where to stay in Tulum doesn\u2019t need to be THAT hard. You just need to decide whether you want to be based in Downtown Tulum or on Tulum Beach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On my recent trip to Tulum, I stayed for two full weeks, basing myself in different hotels around the city. And today I want to share everything I learned about Tulum hotels and areas while I was there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>Best area to stay in Tulum – detailed breakdown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When we travel, we usually decide where to stay based on a pretty hotel or a popular tourist area in the city – usually the city centre. But Tulum, even though not a large city, is pretty different from your usual destination aka it has a unique layout. I will explain everything you need to know about how Tulum is organised in areas and how to choose the best one for you (including a very explanatory map!<\/strong>) down below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First of all, know that Tulum isn\u2019t that big and you can easily get from point A to point B in 15-20 minutes, so your decision shouldn\u2019t be that dramatic. It\u2019s mostly about convenience and there are two main aspects to keep in mind: your budget<\/strong> and your interests<\/strong> during this trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In short, Tulum is made of two main areas: the small town<\/strong> called Tulum Town, Tulum Pueblo or Downtown Tulum and the beach <\/strong>road called Tulum Beach or Zona Hotelera. The distance between the two is more or less 5 km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ask yourself the following questions:<\/strong> Do I want to stay on the beach all day every day or do I also want to visit the local attractions such as the Mayan ruins and the cenotes? Do I want to experience Tulum\u2019s local vibe and check out the small, traditional eateries and shops? Am I okay with getting around by bike or taxi almost every day, or do I prefer staying in the same place all the time and just minding my own business by my private pool? Do I want to splurge and stay in a luxury resort, or do I have a limited budget?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve got your answers down, read the following explanations<\/strong> to find the best place to stay in Tulum for you! I will be talking about the 4 best areas to stay in Tulum in this article, as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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