Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels
$318
/ night
Avg. for September
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$318
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels average $285 in August, the cheapest month, and $1,088 in January, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $1,088 |
| February | $462 |
| March | $449 |
| April | $451 |
| May | $445 |
| June | $314 |
| July | $315 |
| August | $285 |
| September | $318 |
| October | $399 |
| November | $391 |
| December | $592 |
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Most expensive: January (~$1,088)
Cheapest: August (~$285)
About this property
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and facials. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless inter...
Amenities
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and facials. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the beach bar. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to noon.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 87 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels in Tulum (Zona Hotelera), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Tulum Beach and 8 minutes from Tulum Mayan Ruins. This beach hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Playa Paraiso and 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve.
What's nearby
SFER IK(0.1 miles)
Jaguar Park(0.4 miles)
Tulum National Park(0.5 miles)
Acceso al Parque Jaguar(0.5 miles)
Jaguar Viewpoint Tulum(0.5 miles)
Tulum Beach(1 miles)
Las Palmas Public Beach(1.4 miles)
Hunab Lifestyle Center(1.7 miles)
Playa Paraiso(1.8 miles)
Ven a la Luz Sculpture(2.1 miles)
Tulum Mayan Ruins(2.5 miles)
Temple of the Frescoes(2.7 miles)
Playa Ruinas(2.7 miles)
Temple of the Descending God(2.8 miles)
Casa del Cenote(2.8 miles)
Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO)(28 miles)
Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN)(75.3 miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Room Service
Tour Desk
Location
Km 4.5 Carretera Tulum Boca Paila, Zona Hotelera, Tulum, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
SFER IK (0.1 miles)
Jaguar Park (0.4 miles)
Tulum National Park (0.5 miles)
Acceso al Parque Jaguar (0.5 miles)
Jaguar Viewpoint Tulum (0.5 miles)
Tulum Beach (1 miles)
Room options
4
Loft, Private Pool, Ocean View
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomPrivate Pool
7
Room, Private Pool, Ocean View (Casita, Ground Pool)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Room (Casa Coco)
Room details
5× King Beds
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
8
Room (Casa Viento)
Room details
4× King Beds
and 1 Full Bed
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Room, Private Pool (Casita Jungle, Rooftop Pool)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomPrivate Pool
10
Room (Casa Palma)
Room details
4× King Beds
Sleeps 8
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Room (Casa Palapa)
Room details
5× King Beds
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Room, Ocean View (Casita)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
8
Room (Casa Arena)
Room details
4× King Beds
Sleeps 8
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
8
Room, Private Pool (Casita Jungle, Ground Pool)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
1
Family Cabin, Ocean View
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Room, Private Pool, Ocean View (Casita, Rooftop Pool)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews
7.5
Good
Based on 385 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
2%
Couple
46%
Family
12%
Group
32%
Solo
6%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels, travelers highlight a striking jungle–beach setting with unique casitas and welcoming staff, alongside lively weekend parties, while recurring concerns include inconsistent service, variable upkeep, and occasional disturbances from events.
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What guests think
At Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels, travelers highlight a striking jungle–beach setting with unique casitas and welcoming staff, alongside lively weekend parties, while recurring concerns include inconsistent service, variable upkeep, and occasional disturbances from events.
Many guests loved private or rooftop plunge pools and the convenient start-of-Hotel‑Zone location, though beach enjoyment can be reduced during seaweed season. Reviews of dining praise breakfast and flavors but frequently cite very high prices and, at times, slow restaurant service. Expect a stylish, nature‑immersed stay with vibrant nightlife and variable service.
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Facilities
Beach club with popular Saturday and Full Moon parties; several reviewers noted complimentary guest access, plus scenic grounds and many rooms with private or rooftop plunge pools. Some facilities feel dated or under‑maintained, public pools are small, yoga scheduling can be inconsistent, and seaweed can limit beach use.
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Myra
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a lovely stay at PPP! Despite its reputation for being a party place, it was super peaceful during the week and a great place to recharge. The breakfast was lovely - special shoutout to the breakfast staff who gave especially awesome service! The recent storms clearly did a number on the resort, as there was lots of debris all over and many of the cabanas were under repair. The one drawback of this resort is that the restaurant prices are pretty unreasonable, so ordering a snack or drink on the beach quickly adds up to an astronomical bill. My advice is to go out for dinner in downtown Tulum, bring in your own food and drinks, and enjoy the beautiful beach and pools!
We had a lovely stay at PPP! Despite its reputation for being a party place, it was super peaceful during the week and a great place to recharge. The breakfast was lovely - special shoutout to the breakfast staff who gave especially awesome service! The recent storms clearly did a number on the resort, as there was lots of debris all over and many of the cabanas were under repair. The one drawback of this resort is that the restaurant prices are pretty unreasonable, so ordering a snack or drink on the beach quickly adds up to an astronomical bill. My advice is to go out for dinner in downtown Tulum, bring in your own food and drinks, and enjoy the beautiful beach and pools!
8
Koichi
Sep 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Facility is a bit old
Facility is a bit old
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Mark
Jul 5, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
A place for great pictures. Not sure what the appeal is here. Very expensive for one, small pool, beach was not usable due to seaweed and very smelly. I get the being out in the jungle thing, but for the price you pay to stay here. You think you’d get more service & amenities than just a few eggs for breakfast. Staff was friendly but service was lacking here.
A place for great pictures. Not sure what the appeal is here. Very expensive for one, small pool, beach was not usable due to seaweed and very smelly. I get the being out in the jungle thing, but for the price you pay to stay here. You think you’d get more service & amenities than just a few eggs for breakfast. Staff was friendly but service was lacking here.
10
Anna
Nov 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Best place to stay to attend Full Moon Party. Entrance for the guests is complimentary. The beach is beautiful. The courtyard is dreamy.
Best place to stay to attend Full Moon Party. Entrance for the guests is complimentary. The beach is beautiful. The courtyard is dreamy.
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Keisha
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
We had an incredible stay at Papaya Playa! All of the staff were friendly and helpful and accessible whenever we needed anything or had any questions and provided a lot of good recommendations to us. It was easy to be able to chat via WhatsApp’s with the front desk for questions and to arrange whatever we needed. The hotel was able to arrange scooter and bike rentals and the hotel is right at the start of the hotel zone so Tulum Road was very accessible. Our casita was beautiful and clean and well maintained and we loved having our own private pool with ocean views. The party on Saturday was one of our favorite things we got to experience and it was nice having it be so accessible. The restaurant had amazing food and we looked forward to having breakfast every day! The included breakfast had several good options to choose from and the food was always so fresh and delicious. The only downside was the seaweed season and not being able to thoroughly enjoy the beach, which was happening at most hotels and areas along the hotel zone and you could tell the hotel still tried to make the most of it not being as appealing. We definitely want to come back to Papaya during the busier season when the water is clear and we can thoroughly enjoy the beach club amenities. Overall was a great stay and enjoyable experience, would definitely recommend this hotel to make your time in Tulum unforgettable.
We had an incredible stay at Papaya Playa! All of the staff were friendly and helpful and accessible whenever we needed anything or had any questions and provided a lot of good recommendations to us. It was easy to be able to chat via WhatsApp’s with the front desk for questions and to arrange whatever we needed. The hotel was able to arrange scooter and bike rentals and the hotel is right at the start of the hotel zone so Tulum Road was very accessible. Our casita was beautiful and clean and well maintained and we loved having our own private pool with ocean views. The party on Saturday was one of our favorite things we got to experience and it was nice having it be so accessible. The restaurant had amazing food and we looked forward to having breakfast every day! The included breakfast had several good options to choose from and the food was always so fresh and delicious. The only downside was the seaweed season and not being able to thoroughly enjoy the beach, which was happening at most hotels and areas along the hotel zone and you could tell the hotel still tried to make the most of it not being as appealing. We definitely want to come back to Papaya during the busier season when the water is clear and we can thoroughly enjoy the beach club amenities. Overall was a great stay and enjoyable experience, would definitely recommend this hotel to make your time in Tulum unforgettable.
10
Sophia
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a great stay at PPP! Super relaxing, great service, food, and location. We took a morning yoga class as well, which was very pleasant. All the staff were super kind and made our stay feel really special. We had a jungle casita with a rooftop pool. The rooftop pool was a great decision, I was in it every morning and night while we were there. We were nested slightly in the jungle, a perfect distance away from the beach. The water pressure in the open shower was so perfect. It is hard to describe how great the water pressure was. There is not a coffee maker in the room full disclosure. It didn’t matter during my trip because I wanted a cappuccino every morning anyway. I enjoyed the short jungle stroll to the on-site café before my morning splash. I really loved this trip, it was wonderful and I would easily book this room again.
We had a great stay at PPP! Super relaxing, great service, food, and location. We took a morning yoga class as well, which was very pleasant. All the staff were super kind and made our stay feel really special. We had a jungle casita with a rooftop pool. The rooftop pool was a great decision, I was in it every morning and night while we were there. We were nested slightly in the jungle, a perfect distance away from the beach. The water pressure in the open shower was so perfect. It is hard to describe how great the water pressure was. There is not a coffee maker in the room full disclosure. It didn’t matter during my trip because I wanted a cappuccino every morning anyway. I enjoyed the short jungle stroll to the on-site café before my morning splash. I really loved this trip, it was wonderful and I would easily book this room again.
8
Aimeerenee
May 23, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
The property was wonderful with cool art throughout. Great location. The check in process and staff was great. The moon party was awesome! The food and bar staff was very disappointing.
The property was wonderful with cool art throughout. Great location. The check in process and staff was great. The moon party was awesome! The food and bar staff was very disappointing.
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Danielle
Jul 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay at PPP. Saturday night stays you get access to the DJ/ party for free which is great but if you aren’t planning on attending request a room far from the action as we could hear the music long into the night.
We had a great stay at PPP. Saturday night stays you get access to the DJ/ party for free which is great but if you aren’t planning on attending request a room far from the action as we could hear the music long into the night.
8
Patrick
Jan 28, 2023
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Stayed 19,369 nights
Man muss damit rechnen, dass im Januar einige Raves stattfinden die bis tief in die Nacht gehen.
Man muss damit rechnen, dass im Januar einige Raves stattfinden die bis tief in die Nacht gehen.
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Mauricio
Sep 10, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Pesadilla Playa Project. Un lugar totalmente sobrevalorado. No limpian la alberca privada, el restaurante es una absoluta estafa en la que dos cervezas y un par de hamburguesas te terminan saliendo en mas de 125 dólares. El Beach Club ya no tiene nada de ambiente. Los camastros se ven viejos y sucios. Ni siquiera tienen la delicadeza de revisar si los frascos de jabón y shampoo tienen producto. Muy mala experiencia en un hotel cien por ciento diseñado para estar a los turistas. Tan acostumbrados están a que los huéspedes se vayan antes de tiempo que ni siquiera les sorprendió que hiciéramos checkout antes de tiempo. Es más, ni siquiera nos preguntaron las razones de nuestra partida, lo mínimo que uno esperaría de un hotel con ese tipo de costo.
Pesadilla Playa Project. Un lugar totalmente sobrevalorado. No limpian la alberca privada, el restaurante es una absoluta estafa en la que dos cervezas y un par de hamburguesas te terminan saliendo en mas de 125 dólares. El Beach Club ya no tiene nada de ambiente. Los camastros se ven viejos y sucios. Ni siquiera tienen la delicadeza de revisar si los frascos de jabón y shampoo tienen producto. Muy mala experiencia en un hotel cien por ciento diseñado para estar a los turistas. Tan acostumbrados están a que los huéspedes se vayan antes de tiempo que ni siquiera les sorprendió que hiciéramos checkout antes de tiempo. Es más, ni siquiera nos preguntaron las razones de nuestra partida, lo mínimo que uno esperaría de un hotel con ese tipo de costo.
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Cleanliness
Feedback varies: some found rooms spotless, but multiple reviews mention lapses such as unclean pools or loungers, bugs, missing toiletries, damp or sewage odors, and post‑storm debris. Maintenance issues like jammed locks, AC problems, and aging fittings were also reported.
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George
Jun 15, 2023
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Don’t ever stay here!!! first they put us on a lower category room, they didn’t want to refund for their mistake, in addition there’s was no running water … stank all nite, for an overpriced hotel I rather stay elsewhere where the service is right.. so bad I checkout out early and didn’t care about refunds for my second room
Don’t ever stay here!!! first they put us on a lower category room, they didn’t want to refund for their mistake, in addition there’s was no running water … stank all nite, for an overpriced hotel I rather stay elsewhere where the service is right.. so bad I checkout out early and didn’t care about refunds for my second room
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Myra
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a lovely stay at PPP! Despite its reputation for being a party place, it was super peaceful during the week and a great place to recharge. The breakfast was lovely - special shoutout to the breakfast staff who gave especially awesome service! The recent storms clearly did a number on the resort, as there was lots of debris all over and many of the cabanas were under repair. The one drawback of this resort is that the restaurant prices are pretty unreasonable, so ordering a snack or drink on the beach quickly adds up to an astronomical bill. My advice is to go out for dinner in downtown Tulum, bring in your own food and drinks, and enjoy the beautiful beach and pools!
We had a lovely stay at PPP! Despite its reputation for being a party place, it was super peaceful during the week and a great place to recharge. The breakfast was lovely - special shoutout to the breakfast staff who gave especially awesome service! The recent storms clearly did a number on the resort, as there was lots of debris all over and many of the cabanas were under repair. The one drawback of this resort is that the restaurant prices are pretty unreasonable, so ordering a snack or drink on the beach quickly adds up to an astronomical bill. My advice is to go out for dinner in downtown Tulum, bring in your own food and drinks, and enjoy the beautiful beach and pools!
8
Ashkan
Mar 27, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Service was subpar for the nightly price. Didn’t get room service once and had to ask several times and never actually got it besides getting fresh towels. AC broken one night and took three asks to get it fixed. Yoga was promised daily but was missing. Property is a bit old now with cracked doors. Not a single appliance in the rooms besides AC. Not even a chair to sit on besides the bed. Also asked for a double bed weeks before arrival and was told to ask at check in to be accommodated, then promised a double bed after two nights in a single bed and then told that room was already booked after two nights with no option to upgrade. It was obvious they were just trying to kick the can down the road until we checked out but then again all this considered it is Mexico it won’t ever be perfect lol
Service was subpar for the nightly price. Didn’t get room service once and had to ask several times and never actually got it besides getting fresh towels. AC broken one night and took three asks to get it fixed. Yoga was promised daily but was missing. Property is a bit old now with cracked doors. Not a single appliance in the rooms besides AC. Not even a chair to sit on besides the bed. Also asked for a double bed weeks before arrival and was told to ask at check in to be accommodated, then promised a double bed after two nights in a single bed and then told that room was already booked after two nights with no option to upgrade. It was obvious they were just trying to kick the can down the road until we checked out but then again all this considered it is Mexico it won’t ever be perfect lol
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Kamyar
Aug 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Didn’t change the towels and clean the rooms, even when we asked. Food and drinks cost you an arm and a leg! Like 16 CAD for a bottle of water and 36 CAD for a shot of regular tequila. Our room that we booked was not available! They “did us a favour” and put 6 of us in a 3-room “villa” and charged us 200 USD extra! The “lobby” is an open air area and super hot and humid. In general I found Tulum as an unreasonably expensive and reap off place! Guys think it’s Ibiza or something. And you have to be very careful, they just charge for every single stupid thing. And many times double and triple if you don’t notice.
Didn’t change the towels and clean the rooms, even when we asked. Food and drinks cost you an arm and a leg! Like 16 CAD for a bottle of water and 36 CAD for a shot of regular tequila. Our room that we booked was not available! They “did us a favour” and put 6 of us in a 3-room “villa” and charged us 200 USD extra! The “lobby” is an open air area and super hot and humid. In general I found Tulum as an unreasonably expensive and reap off place! Guys think it’s Ibiza or something. And you have to be very careful, they just charge for every single stupid thing. And many times double and triple if you don’t notice.
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Koichi
Sep 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Facility is a bit old
Facility is a bit old
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fereshteh
Apr 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Not clean at all. Not the place u feel comfortable at all
Not clean at all. Not the place u feel comfortable at all
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Rikysha
May 10, 2024
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It took me a minute to write this review because I needed to get my thoughts together. I will say overall the property is nice. Our room was cute and similar to pics on the website. However, during our stay, we did have some issues. First of all the service at the restaurant on the property is awful. It takes forever just for someone to come up and take your order and then they disappear. Be prepared to wait hours at the restaurant waiting for your food, even if they aren’t busy at all. My fiancé and I got so tired of waiting we just left and ate somewhere else. Also, on our second morning at the property, we woke up to the smell of sewage in our hotel room. We immediately notified the front desk and ask if we could be switched to a different room because the smell was actually giving me a headache. We were told that they would be able to put us in a new room soon. We waited hours and never received an update on the status of the new room. We finally went to the front desk to see what was going on only to be told that we will still have to wait a while. At this point we were frustrated and missing out on our pre-booked excursions so we asked to speak to the manager. The manager was finally able to help us get into a new room. Aside from our conversation with the manager, it felt as though the rest of the staff could care less about our concerns. They seemed very dismissive. Like I said, the property is nice, but for the amount of money we paid I would expect better service.
It took me a minute to write this review because I needed to get my thoughts together. I will say overall the property is nice. Our room was cute and similar to pics on the website. However, during our stay, we did have some issues. First of all the service at the restaurant on the property is awful. It takes forever just for someone to come up and take your order and then they disappear. Be prepared to wait hours at the restaurant waiting for your food, even if they aren’t busy at all. My fiancé and I got so tired of waiting we just left and ate somewhere else. Also, on our second morning at the property, we woke up to the smell of sewage in our hotel room. We immediately notified the front desk and ask if we could be switched to a different room because the smell was actually giving me a headache. We were told that they would be able to put us in a new room soon. We waited hours and never received an update on the status of the new room. We finally went to the front desk to see what was going on only to be told that we will still have to wait a while. At this point we were frustrated and missing out on our pre-booked excursions so we asked to speak to the manager. The manager was finally able to help us get into a new room. Aside from our conversation with the manager, it felt as though the rest of the staff could care less about our concerns. They seemed very dismissive. Like I said, the property is nice, but for the amount of money we paid I would expect better service.
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Christopher
Mar 3, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Rooms had bugs in it, no shampoo or conditioner in the shower. Lock jammed and got locked in my hut. Had to crawl out window to get out. Employees are incredibly slow to do anything. Many don’t understand what you want. The parties on Saturday are a total inconvenience for the hotel guests. Priorities given to party guest.
Rooms had bugs in it, no shampoo or conditioner in the shower. Lock jammed and got locked in my hut. Had to crawl out window to get out. Employees are incredibly slow to do anything. Many don’t understand what you want. The parties on Saturday are a total inconvenience for the hotel guests. Priorities given to party guest.
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RAMON
Aug 2, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Esta descuidado el hotel el servicio malo, las habitaciones en mal estado, tuve que pedir que arreglaran algunas cosas e la habitación
Esta descuidado el hotel el servicio malo, las habitaciones en mal estado, tuve que pedir que arreglaran algunas cosas e la habitación
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Mauricio
Sep 10, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Pesadilla Playa Project. Un lugar totalmente sobrevalorado. No limpian la alberca privada, el restaurante es una absoluta estafa en la que dos cervezas y un par de hamburguesas te terminan saliendo en mas de 125 dólares. El Beach Club ya no tiene nada de ambiente. Los camastros se ven viejos y sucios. Ni siquiera tienen la delicadeza de revisar si los frascos de jabón y shampoo tienen producto. Muy mala experiencia en un hotel cien por ciento diseñado para estar a los turistas. Tan acostumbrados están a que los huéspedes se vayan antes de tiempo que ni siquiera les sorprendió que hiciéramos checkout antes de tiempo. Es más, ni siquiera nos preguntaron las razones de nuestra partida, lo mínimo que uno esperaría de un hotel con ese tipo de costo.
Pesadilla Playa Project. Un lugar totalmente sobrevalorado. No limpian la alberca privada, el restaurante es una absoluta estafa en la que dos cervezas y un par de hamburguesas te terminan saliendo en mas de 125 dólares. El Beach Club ya no tiene nada de ambiente. Los camastros se ven viejos y sucios. Ni siquiera tienen la delicadeza de revisar si los frascos de jabón y shampoo tienen producto. Muy mala experiencia en un hotel cien por ciento diseñado para estar a los turistas. Tan acostumbrados están a que los huéspedes se vayan antes de tiempo que ni siquiera les sorprendió que hiciéramos checkout antes de tiempo. Es más, ni siquiera nos preguntaron las razones de nuestra partida, lo mínimo que uno esperaría de un hotel con ese tipo de costo.
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Rooms
Design‑forward casitas feel unique, with options for private or rooftop plunge pools and occasional ocean views. Downsides include very small layouts for some categories, minimal in‑room amenities (e.g., no coffee maker), wildlife intrusions, and weekend party noise.
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Paige
May 1, 2023
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enjoyed our first night here, nice staff and great beach party. We didn’t mind the noise even though it was extremely loud. What we did mind was coming back to our room with raccoon pee everywhere and our second night spent trying to get a raccoon out of our roof. The resort did nothing to compensate our last night or our bad experience l- not even an offer to move to a new casita! the whole night I was staring up at a raccoon looking down at us-trying to burry his way through the roof. The room had a very small light so I could hardly see where the raccoon was moving which made it even more terrifying. The property says this is what to expect on a property with animals- I understand, but not inside the villa! I was scared to go to the bathroom or take a shower as the raccoon had buried a hole fully through the roof to access the bathroom. Super disappointed by how this was handled.
enjoyed our first night here, nice staff and great beach party. We didn’t mind the noise even though it was extremely loud. What we did mind was coming back to our room with raccoon pee everywhere and our second night spent trying to get a raccoon out of our roof. The resort did nothing to compensate our last night or our bad experience l- not even an offer to move to a new casita! the whole night I was staring up at a raccoon looking down at us-trying to burry his way through the roof. The room had a very small light so I could hardly see where the raccoon was moving which made it even more terrifying. The property says this is what to expect on a property with animals- I understand, but not inside the villa! I was scared to go to the bathroom or take a shower as the raccoon had buried a hole fully through the roof to access the bathroom. Super disappointed by how this was handled.
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Raquel
Jan 19, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Experiencia única, con un entorno natural frondoso e instalaciones impecables, excelente ambiente lounge chic ideal para parejas o con amigos, preciosa playa acceso a ella desde las habitaciones (solo mejoraría la iluminación en baños), sin duda volvería
Experiencia única, con un entorno natural frondoso e instalaciones impecables, excelente ambiente lounge chic ideal para parejas o con amigos, preciosa playa acceso a ella desde las habitaciones (solo mejoraría la iluminación en baños), sin duda volvería
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Josel
Apr 26, 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
Property is beautiful and the rooms are unique and special. Great service from the team across the campus. Convenient location for north part of Tulum.
Property is beautiful and the rooms are unique and special. Great service from the team across the campus. Convenient location for north part of Tulum.
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Keisha
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
We had an incredible stay at Papaya Playa! All of the staff were friendly and helpful and accessible whenever we needed anything or had any questions and provided a lot of good recommendations to us. It was easy to be able to chat via WhatsApp’s with the front desk for questions and to arrange whatever we needed. The hotel was able to arrange scooter and bike rentals and the hotel is right at the start of the hotel zone so Tulum Road was very accessible. Our casita was beautiful and clean and well maintained and we loved having our own private pool with ocean views. The party on Saturday was one of our favorite things we got to experience and it was nice having it be so accessible. The restaurant had amazing food and we looked forward to having breakfast every day! The included breakfast had several good options to choose from and the food was always so fresh and delicious. The only downside was the seaweed season and not being able to thoroughly enjoy the beach, which was happening at most hotels and areas along the hotel zone and you could tell the hotel still tried to make the most of it not being as appealing. We definitely want to come back to Papaya during the busier season when the water is clear and we can thoroughly enjoy the beach club amenities. Overall was a great stay and enjoyable experience, would definitely recommend this hotel to make your time in Tulum unforgettable.
We had an incredible stay at Papaya Playa! All of the staff were friendly and helpful and accessible whenever we needed anything or had any questions and provided a lot of good recommendations to us. It was easy to be able to chat via WhatsApp’s with the front desk for questions and to arrange whatever we needed. The hotel was able to arrange scooter and bike rentals and the hotel is right at the start of the hotel zone so Tulum Road was very accessible. Our casita was beautiful and clean and well maintained and we loved having our own private pool with ocean views. The party on Saturday was one of our favorite things we got to experience and it was nice having it be so accessible. The restaurant had amazing food and we looked forward to having breakfast every day! The included breakfast had several good options to choose from and the food was always so fresh and delicious. The only downside was the seaweed season and not being able to thoroughly enjoy the beach, which was happening at most hotels and areas along the hotel zone and you could tell the hotel still tried to make the most of it not being as appealing. We definitely want to come back to Papaya during the busier season when the water is clear and we can thoroughly enjoy the beach club amenities. Overall was a great stay and enjoyable experience, would definitely recommend this hotel to make your time in Tulum unforgettable.
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MARISLEIDYS
Jun 17, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
I really enjoyed staying at papaya playa. It was amazing. The hotel is beautiful and the rooms are beautiful as well. We stayed at a roof top pool and it was well worth the upgrade. I am so glad I upgraded. The cabanas a beautiful but too small and simple for my taste but also very beautiful & Cozy. The food is great. Drinks and food are a little pricy. Coming from Miami I expect this type of price from Miami but coming from tulum it was a little pricy. Overall great stay the food amazing the service Amazing. Javier was the person that helped us through our entire stay and he was always available & he even recommended so many amazing places to eat and to go. He made us a little guide. He also helped up get some scooters to go around town and we enjoyed that as well. Overall again great stay & I would recommended it everyone to have the tulum experience this is the place to go.
I really enjoyed staying at papaya playa. It was amazing. The hotel is beautiful and the rooms are beautiful as well. We stayed at a roof top pool and it was well worth the upgrade. I am so glad I upgraded. The cabanas a beautiful but too small and simple for my taste but also very beautiful & Cozy. The food is great. Drinks and food are a little pricy. Coming from Miami I expect this type of price from Miami but coming from tulum it was a little pricy. Overall great stay the food amazing the service Amazing. Javier was the person that helped us through our entire stay and he was always available & he even recommended so many amazing places to eat and to go. He made us a little guide. He also helped up get some scooters to go around town and we enjoyed that as well. Overall again great stay & I would recommended it everyone to have the tulum experience this is the place to go.
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Sophia
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a great stay at PPP! Super relaxing, great service, food, and location. We took a morning yoga class as well, which was very pleasant. All the staff were super kind and made our stay feel really special. We had a jungle casita with a rooftop pool. The rooftop pool was a great decision, I was in it every morning and night while we were there. We were nested slightly in the jungle, a perfect distance away from the beach. The water pressure in the open shower was so perfect. It is hard to describe how great the water pressure was. There is not a coffee maker in the room full disclosure. It didn’t matter during my trip because I wanted a cappuccino every morning anyway. I enjoyed the short jungle stroll to the on-site café before my morning splash. I really loved this trip, it was wonderful and I would easily book this room again.
We had a great stay at PPP! Super relaxing, great service, food, and location. We took a morning yoga class as well, which was very pleasant. All the staff were super kind and made our stay feel really special. We had a jungle casita with a rooftop pool. The rooftop pool was a great decision, I was in it every morning and night while we were there. We were nested slightly in the jungle, a perfect distance away from the beach. The water pressure in the open shower was so perfect. It is hard to describe how great the water pressure was. There is not a coffee maker in the room full disclosure. It didn’t matter during my trip because I wanted a cappuccino every morning anyway. I enjoyed the short jungle stroll to the on-site café before my morning splash. I really loved this trip, it was wonderful and I would easily book this room again.
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Dora A
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Rooms are very small that’s the only negative. amazing location and amazing staff. Beautiful beach
Rooms are very small that’s the only negative. amazing location and amazing staff. Beautiful beach
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Danielle
Jul 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay at PPP. Saturday night stays you get access to the DJ/ party for free which is great but if you aren’t planning on attending request a room far from the action as we could hear the music long into the night.
We had a great stay at PPP. Saturday night stays you get access to the DJ/ party for free which is great but if you aren’t planning on attending request a room far from the action as we could hear the music long into the night.
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Flavia
Sep 1, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
the room was so small that no suitcase could fit inside the room and we had to upgrade and pay another $900…the service is very good…but the rooms are not so good
the room was so small that no suitcase could fit inside the room and we had to upgrade and pay another $900…the service is very good…but the rooms are not so good
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Alexis
Aug 14, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
We had an amazing stay here and the staff went above and beyond with whatever we needed. They were so accommodating when we arrived earlier than expected because we were getting picked up for a tour. The concierge was very helpful and attentive to our needs and responded very promptly whenever we texted them and had questions. They made sure we always had water for our room. The restaurant food was very delicious with a beautiful view and the staff service was excellent that made the experience even more enjoyable. We got the jungle casita with rooftop pool.. the room was beautiful and clean. We’re so thankful to all of the staff.. they made my husband and I’s trip truly special. Choosing papaya playa project to celebrate his birthday did not disappoint and exceeded our expectations.
We had an amazing stay here and the staff went above and beyond with whatever we needed. They were so accommodating when we arrived earlier than expected because we were getting picked up for a tour. The concierge was very helpful and attentive to our needs and responded very promptly whenever we texted them and had questions. They made sure we always had water for our room. The restaurant food was very delicious with a beautiful view and the staff service was excellent that made the experience even more enjoyable. We got the jungle casita with rooftop pool.. the room was beautiful and clean. We’re so thankful to all of the staff.. they made my husband and I’s trip truly special. Choosing papaya playa project to celebrate his birthday did not disappoint and exceeded our expectations.
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Service
Many guests describe warm, accommodating staff and responsive concierge support via WhatsApp. Others report poor follow‑up and billing disputes at check‑out, slow restaurant service, and uneven professionalism.
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Brayan Antonio Rodriguez
Sep 30, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Excelente servicio. Desde la llegada, la asistencia a dudas y cualquier necesidad y la salida. En fin todo es una grandiosa experiencia. No dudaría en regresar. Gracias a todos por su hospitalidad y ganas de servir!!
Excelente servicio. Desde la llegada, la asistencia a dudas y cualquier necesidad y la salida. En fin todo es una grandiosa experiencia. No dudaría en regresar. Gracias a todos por su hospitalidad y ganas de servir!!
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Eyal
Jan 13, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Really bad customer service
Really bad customer service
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David
Feb 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely horrendous customer service. We’ve been loyal guests for years, spent absurd amounts of money, and were improperly charged for a “late check out fee” despite being at desk at requested time, and they refused to provide explanation nor any receipt/documentation. High turnover rate with staff (everyone friendly has left) and we will never come back. Most unprofessional customer service and check-out experience. Still owed thousands in refunds for “up-charges” and no one there will do anything. Safe location but all other features that made PPP great in the past are now a distant memory. Will consider legal recourse.
Absolutely horrendous customer service. We’ve been loyal guests for years, spent absurd amounts of money, and were improperly charged for a “late check out fee” despite being at desk at requested time, and they refused to provide explanation nor any receipt/documentation. High turnover rate with staff (everyone friendly has left) and we will never come back. Most unprofessional customer service and check-out experience. Still owed thousands in refunds for “up-charges” and no one there will do anything. Safe location but all other features that made PPP great in the past are now a distant memory. Will consider legal recourse.
10
Viral
Feb 15, 2023
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Big shout out to Papaya playa to make our honeymoon super memorable! They were so warm and welcoming. Shout out to there crew: Peronica / Alexandre / Miralda and vanessa! Will definitely reccomend to families and couples!
Big shout out to Papaya playa to make our honeymoon super memorable! They were so warm and welcoming. Shout out to there crew: Peronica / Alexandre / Miralda and vanessa! Will definitely reccomend to families and couples!
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Rikysha
May 10, 2024
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It took me a minute to write this review because I needed to get my thoughts together. I will say overall the property is nice. Our room was cute and similar to pics on the website. However, during our stay, we did have some issues. First of all the service at the restaurant on the property is awful. It takes forever just for someone to come up and take your order and then they disappear. Be prepared to wait hours at the restaurant waiting for your food, even if they aren’t busy at all. My fiancé and I got so tired of waiting we just left and ate somewhere else. Also, on our second morning at the property, we woke up to the smell of sewage in our hotel room. We immediately notified the front desk and ask if we could be switched to a different room because the smell was actually giving me a headache. We were told that they would be able to put us in a new room soon. We waited hours and never received an update on the status of the new room. We finally went to the front desk to see what was going on only to be told that we will still have to wait a while. At this point we were frustrated and missing out on our pre-booked excursions so we asked to speak to the manager. The manager was finally able to help us get into a new room. Aside from our conversation with the manager, it felt as though the rest of the staff could care less about our concerns. They seemed very dismissive. Like I said, the property is nice, but for the amount of money we paid I would expect better service.
It took me a minute to write this review because I needed to get my thoughts together. I will say overall the property is nice. Our room was cute and similar to pics on the website. However, during our stay, we did have some issues. First of all the service at the restaurant on the property is awful. It takes forever just for someone to come up and take your order and then they disappear. Be prepared to wait hours at the restaurant waiting for your food, even if they aren’t busy at all. My fiancé and I got so tired of waiting we just left and ate somewhere else. Also, on our second morning at the property, we woke up to the smell of sewage in our hotel room. We immediately notified the front desk and ask if we could be switched to a different room because the smell was actually giving me a headache. We were told that they would be able to put us in a new room soon. We waited hours and never received an update on the status of the new room. We finally went to the front desk to see what was going on only to be told that we will still have to wait a while. At this point we were frustrated and missing out on our pre-booked excursions so we asked to speak to the manager. The manager was finally able to help us get into a new room. Aside from our conversation with the manager, it felt as though the rest of the staff could care less about our concerns. They seemed very dismissive. Like I said, the property is nice, but for the amount of money we paid I would expect better service.
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Keisha
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
We had an incredible stay at Papaya Playa! All of the staff were friendly and helpful and accessible whenever we needed anything or had any questions and provided a lot of good recommendations to us. It was easy to be able to chat via WhatsApp’s with the front desk for questions and to arrange whatever we needed. The hotel was able to arrange scooter and bike rentals and the hotel is right at the start of the hotel zone so Tulum Road was very accessible. Our casita was beautiful and clean and well maintained and we loved having our own private pool with ocean views. The party on Saturday was one of our favorite things we got to experience and it was nice having it be so accessible. The restaurant had amazing food and we looked forward to having breakfast every day! The included breakfast had several good options to choose from and the food was always so fresh and delicious. The only downside was the seaweed season and not being able to thoroughly enjoy the beach, which was happening at most hotels and areas along the hotel zone and you could tell the hotel still tried to make the most of it not being as appealing. We definitely want to come back to Papaya during the busier season when the water is clear and we can thoroughly enjoy the beach club amenities. Overall was a great stay and enjoyable experience, would definitely recommend this hotel to make your time in Tulum unforgettable.
We had an incredible stay at Papaya Playa! All of the staff were friendly and helpful and accessible whenever we needed anything or had any questions and provided a lot of good recommendations to us. It was easy to be able to chat via WhatsApp’s with the front desk for questions and to arrange whatever we needed. The hotel was able to arrange scooter and bike rentals and the hotel is right at the start of the hotel zone so Tulum Road was very accessible. Our casita was beautiful and clean and well maintained and we loved having our own private pool with ocean views. The party on Saturday was one of our favorite things we got to experience and it was nice having it be so accessible. The restaurant had amazing food and we looked forward to having breakfast every day! The included breakfast had several good options to choose from and the food was always so fresh and delicious. The only downside was the seaweed season and not being able to thoroughly enjoy the beach, which was happening at most hotels and areas along the hotel zone and you could tell the hotel still tried to make the most of it not being as appealing. We definitely want to come back to Papaya during the busier season when the water is clear and we can thoroughly enjoy the beach club amenities. Overall was a great stay and enjoyable experience, would definitely recommend this hotel to make your time in Tulum unforgettable.
10
Sophia
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a great stay at PPP! Super relaxing, great service, food, and location. We took a morning yoga class as well, which was very pleasant. All the staff were super kind and made our stay feel really special. We had a jungle casita with a rooftop pool. The rooftop pool was a great decision, I was in it every morning and night while we were there. We were nested slightly in the jungle, a perfect distance away from the beach. The water pressure in the open shower was so perfect. It is hard to describe how great the water pressure was. There is not a coffee maker in the room full disclosure. It didn’t matter during my trip because I wanted a cappuccino every morning anyway. I enjoyed the short jungle stroll to the on-site café before my morning splash. I really loved this trip, it was wonderful and I would easily book this room again.
We had a great stay at PPP! Super relaxing, great service, food, and location. We took a morning yoga class as well, which was very pleasant. All the staff were super kind and made our stay feel really special. We had a jungle casita with a rooftop pool. The rooftop pool was a great decision, I was in it every morning and night while we were there. We were nested slightly in the jungle, a perfect distance away from the beach. The water pressure in the open shower was so perfect. It is hard to describe how great the water pressure was. There is not a coffee maker in the room full disclosure. It didn’t matter during my trip because I wanted a cappuccino every morning anyway. I enjoyed the short jungle stroll to the on-site café before my morning splash. I really loved this trip, it was wonderful and I would easily book this room again.
8
Aimeerenee
May 23, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
The property was wonderful with cool art throughout. Great location. The check in process and staff was great. The moon party was awesome! The food and bar staff was very disappointing.
The property was wonderful with cool art throughout. Great location. The check in process and staff was great. The moon party was awesome! The food and bar staff was very disappointing.
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Alexis
Aug 14, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
We had an amazing stay here and the staff went above and beyond with whatever we needed. They were so accommodating when we arrived earlier than expected because we were getting picked up for a tour. The concierge was very helpful and attentive to our needs and responded very promptly whenever we texted them and had questions. They made sure we always had water for our room. The restaurant food was very delicious with a beautiful view and the staff service was excellent that made the experience even more enjoyable. We got the jungle casita with rooftop pool.. the room was beautiful and clean. We’re so thankful to all of the staff.. they made my husband and I’s trip truly special. Choosing papaya playa project to celebrate his birthday did not disappoint and exceeded our expectations.
We had an amazing stay here and the staff went above and beyond with whatever we needed. They were so accommodating when we arrived earlier than expected because we were getting picked up for a tour. The concierge was very helpful and attentive to our needs and responded very promptly whenever we texted them and had questions. They made sure we always had water for our room. The restaurant food was very delicious with a beautiful view and the staff service was excellent that made the experience even more enjoyable. We got the jungle casita with rooftop pool.. the room was beautiful and clean. We’re so thankful to all of the staff.. they made my husband and I’s trip truly special. Choosing papaya playa project to celebrate his birthday did not disappoint and exceeded our expectations.
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Leonardo
Jun 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Had an incident on the check out day, and the hotel staff didnt even try to reach out to make a statement or explanation. Worst than that, they ignored all of our messages and contacts. Too bad, because that turned our stay a terrible Mess! Would never recomend or come back. It is not sorry all the money that we spent!.
Had an incident on the check out day, and the hotel staff didnt even try to reach out to make a statement or explanation. Worst than that, they ignored all of our messages and contacts. Too bad, because that turned our stay a terrible Mess! Would never recomend or come back. It is not sorry all the money that we spent!.
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Location
Conveniently located at the start of Tulum’s Hotel Zone with a scenic beach and easy access to events. The area feels safe, though beach enjoyment may drop during seasonal seaweed.
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Myra
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a lovely stay at PPP! Despite its reputation for being a party place, it was super peaceful during the week and a great place to recharge. The breakfast was lovely - special shoutout to the breakfast staff who gave especially awesome service! The recent storms clearly did a number on the resort, as there was lots of debris all over and many of the cabanas were under repair. The one drawback of this resort is that the restaurant prices are pretty unreasonable, so ordering a snack or drink on the beach quickly adds up to an astronomical bill. My advice is to go out for dinner in downtown Tulum, bring in your own food and drinks, and enjoy the beautiful beach and pools!
We had a lovely stay at PPP! Despite its reputation for being a party place, it was super peaceful during the week and a great place to recharge. The breakfast was lovely - special shoutout to the breakfast staff who gave especially awesome service! The recent storms clearly did a number on the resort, as there was lots of debris all over and many of the cabanas were under repair. The one drawback of this resort is that the restaurant prices are pretty unreasonable, so ordering a snack or drink on the beach quickly adds up to an astronomical bill. My advice is to go out for dinner in downtown Tulum, bring in your own food and drinks, and enjoy the beautiful beach and pools!
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Mark
Jul 5, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
A place for great pictures. Not sure what the appeal is here. Very expensive for one, small pool, beach was not usable due to seaweed and very smelly. I get the being out in the jungle thing, but for the price you pay to stay here. You think you’d get more service & amenities than just a few eggs for breakfast. Staff was friendly but service was lacking here.
A place for great pictures. Not sure what the appeal is here. Very expensive for one, small pool, beach was not usable due to seaweed and very smelly. I get the being out in the jungle thing, but for the price you pay to stay here. You think you’d get more service & amenities than just a few eggs for breakfast. Staff was friendly but service was lacking here.
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Mar Y Sol
Apr 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The property is run down by time. The staff takes time to deliver service request average between 20-30 minutes. The beach are is dirty and some staff at the beach club will cater to whites and not nationals.
The property is run down by time. The staff takes time to deliver service request average between 20-30 minutes. The beach are is dirty and some staff at the beach club will cater to whites and not nationals.
10
Anna
Nov 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Best place to stay to attend Full Moon Party. Entrance for the guests is complimentary. The beach is beautiful. The courtyard is dreamy.
Best place to stay to attend Full Moon Party. Entrance for the guests is complimentary. The beach is beautiful. The courtyard is dreamy.
10
Josel
Apr 26, 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
Property is beautiful and the rooms are unique and special. Great service from the team across the campus. Convenient location for north part of Tulum.
Property is beautiful and the rooms are unique and special. Great service from the team across the campus. Convenient location for north part of Tulum.
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Keisha
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
We had an incredible stay at Papaya Playa! All of the staff were friendly and helpful and accessible whenever we needed anything or had any questions and provided a lot of good recommendations to us. It was easy to be able to chat via WhatsApp’s with the front desk for questions and to arrange whatever we needed. The hotel was able to arrange scooter and bike rentals and the hotel is right at the start of the hotel zone so Tulum Road was very accessible. Our casita was beautiful and clean and well maintained and we loved having our own private pool with ocean views. The party on Saturday was one of our favorite things we got to experience and it was nice having it be so accessible. The restaurant had amazing food and we looked forward to having breakfast every day! The included breakfast had several good options to choose from and the food was always so fresh and delicious. The only downside was the seaweed season and not being able to thoroughly enjoy the beach, which was happening at most hotels and areas along the hotel zone and you could tell the hotel still tried to make the most of it not being as appealing. We definitely want to come back to Papaya during the busier season when the water is clear and we can thoroughly enjoy the beach club amenities. Overall was a great stay and enjoyable experience, would definitely recommend this hotel to make your time in Tulum unforgettable.
We had an incredible stay at Papaya Playa! All of the staff were friendly and helpful and accessible whenever we needed anything or had any questions and provided a lot of good recommendations to us. It was easy to be able to chat via WhatsApp’s with the front desk for questions and to arrange whatever we needed. The hotel was able to arrange scooter and bike rentals and the hotel is right at the start of the hotel zone so Tulum Road was very accessible. Our casita was beautiful and clean and well maintained and we loved having our own private pool with ocean views. The party on Saturday was one of our favorite things we got to experience and it was nice having it be so accessible. The restaurant had amazing food and we looked forward to having breakfast every day! The included breakfast had several good options to choose from and the food was always so fresh and delicious. The only downside was the seaweed season and not being able to thoroughly enjoy the beach, which was happening at most hotels and areas along the hotel zone and you could tell the hotel still tried to make the most of it not being as appealing. We definitely want to come back to Papaya during the busier season when the water is clear and we can thoroughly enjoy the beach club amenities. Overall was a great stay and enjoyable experience, would definitely recommend this hotel to make your time in Tulum unforgettable.
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Dora A
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Rooms are very small that’s the only negative. amazing location and amazing staff. Beautiful beach
Rooms are very small that’s the only negative. amazing location and amazing staff. Beautiful beach
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Aimeerenee
May 23, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
The property was wonderful with cool art throughout. Great location. The check in process and staff was great. The moon party was awesome! The food and bar staff was very disappointing.
The property was wonderful with cool art throughout. Great location. The check in process and staff was great. The moon party was awesome! The food and bar staff was very disappointing.
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Danielle
Jul 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay at PPP. Saturday night stays you get access to the DJ/ party for free which is great but if you aren’t planning on attending request a room far from the action as we could hear the music long into the night.
We had a great stay at PPP. Saturday night stays you get access to the DJ/ party for free which is great but if you aren’t planning on attending request a room far from the action as we could hear the music long into the night.
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Patrick
Jan 28, 2023
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Stayed 19,369 nights
Man muss damit rechnen, dass im Januar einige Raves stattfinden die bis tief in die Nacht gehen.
Man muss damit rechnen, dass im Januar einige Raves stattfinden die bis tief in die Nacht gehen.
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Dining
Food and breakfast are often praised for flavor, but prices for meals and drinks are repeatedly described as very high. Several guests also noted limited breakfast choices on weekdays and occasional slow or disappointing service.
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Myra
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a lovely stay at PPP! Despite its reputation for being a party place, it was super peaceful during the week and a great place to recharge. The breakfast was lovely - special shoutout to the breakfast staff who gave especially awesome service! The recent storms clearly did a number on the resort, as there was lots of debris all over and many of the cabanas were under repair. The one drawback of this resort is that the restaurant prices are pretty unreasonable, so ordering a snack or drink on the beach quickly adds up to an astronomical bill. My advice is to go out for dinner in downtown Tulum, bring in your own food and drinks, and enjoy the beautiful beach and pools!
We had a lovely stay at PPP! Despite its reputation for being a party place, it was super peaceful during the week and a great place to recharge. The breakfast was lovely - special shoutout to the breakfast staff who gave especially awesome service! The recent storms clearly did a number on the resort, as there was lots of debris all over and many of the cabanas were under repair. The one drawback of this resort is that the restaurant prices are pretty unreasonable, so ordering a snack or drink on the beach quickly adds up to an astronomical bill. My advice is to go out for dinner in downtown Tulum, bring in your own food and drinks, and enjoy the beautiful beach and pools!
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Kamyar
Aug 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Didn’t change the towels and clean the rooms, even when we asked. Food and drinks cost you an arm and a leg! Like 16 CAD for a bottle of water and 36 CAD for a shot of regular tequila. Our room that we booked was not available! They “did us a favour” and put 6 of us in a 3-room “villa” and charged us 200 USD extra! The “lobby” is an open air area and super hot and humid. In general I found Tulum as an unreasonably expensive and reap off place! Guys think it’s Ibiza or something. And you have to be very careful, they just charge for every single stupid thing. And many times double and triple if you don’t notice.
Didn’t change the towels and clean the rooms, even when we asked. Food and drinks cost you an arm and a leg! Like 16 CAD for a bottle of water and 36 CAD for a shot of regular tequila. Our room that we booked was not available! They “did us a favour” and put 6 of us in a 3-room “villa” and charged us 200 USD extra! The “lobby” is an open air area and super hot and humid. In general I found Tulum as an unreasonably expensive and reap off place! Guys think it’s Ibiza or something. And you have to be very careful, they just charge for every single stupid thing. And many times double and triple if you don’t notice.
8
Bülent
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Otel çok güzel sadece kahvaltı seçeneğimiz fazla yoktu bi tost birde meyve tabağı ve çay verdiler diğer her şey ekstra yediğimiz kahvaltı için ekstra ücret normal kahvaltı fiyatından daha pahalıydı
Otel çok güzel sadece kahvaltı seçeneğimiz fazla yoktu bi tost birde meyve tabağı ve çay verdiler diğer her şey ekstra yediğimiz kahvaltı için ekstra ücret normal kahvaltı fiyatından daha pahalıydı
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Keisha
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
We had an incredible stay at Papaya Playa! All of the staff were friendly and helpful and accessible whenever we needed anything or had any questions and provided a lot of good recommendations to us. It was easy to be able to chat via WhatsApp’s with the front desk for questions and to arrange whatever we needed. The hotel was able to arrange scooter and bike rentals and the hotel is right at the start of the hotel zone so Tulum Road was very accessible. Our casita was beautiful and clean and well maintained and we loved having our own private pool with ocean views. The party on Saturday was one of our favorite things we got to experience and it was nice having it be so accessible. The restaurant had amazing food and we looked forward to having breakfast every day! The included breakfast had several good options to choose from and the food was always so fresh and delicious. The only downside was the seaweed season and not being able to thoroughly enjoy the beach, which was happening at most hotels and areas along the hotel zone and you could tell the hotel still tried to make the most of it not being as appealing. We definitely want to come back to Papaya during the busier season when the water is clear and we can thoroughly enjoy the beach club amenities. Overall was a great stay and enjoyable experience, would definitely recommend this hotel to make your time in Tulum unforgettable.
We had an incredible stay at Papaya Playa! All of the staff were friendly and helpful and accessible whenever we needed anything or had any questions and provided a lot of good recommendations to us. It was easy to be able to chat via WhatsApp’s with the front desk for questions and to arrange whatever we needed. The hotel was able to arrange scooter and bike rentals and the hotel is right at the start of the hotel zone so Tulum Road was very accessible. Our casita was beautiful and clean and well maintained and we loved having our own private pool with ocean views. The party on Saturday was one of our favorite things we got to experience and it was nice having it be so accessible. The restaurant had amazing food and we looked forward to having breakfast every day! The included breakfast had several good options to choose from and the food was always so fresh and delicious. The only downside was the seaweed season and not being able to thoroughly enjoy the beach, which was happening at most hotels and areas along the hotel zone and you could tell the hotel still tried to make the most of it not being as appealing. We definitely want to come back to Papaya during the busier season when the water is clear and we can thoroughly enjoy the beach club amenities. Overall was a great stay and enjoyable experience, would definitely recommend this hotel to make your time in Tulum unforgettable.
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Jonathan
Mar 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel is nice. Had a few issues waiting for room to be ready and also having to wait for 3 hours due to issues with the safe. Food was good. Drinks were expensive.
Hotel is nice. Had a few issues waiting for room to be ready and also having to wait for 3 hours due to issues with the safe. Food was good. Drinks were expensive.
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Johnny
Aug 16, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Pricey drinks and food tho I had nothing to compare with. Friendly people and service.
Pricey drinks and food tho I had nothing to compare with. Friendly people and service.
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Sophia
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a great stay at PPP! Super relaxing, great service, food, and location. We took a morning yoga class as well, which was very pleasant. All the staff were super kind and made our stay feel really special. We had a jungle casita with a rooftop pool. The rooftop pool was a great decision, I was in it every morning and night while we were there. We were nested slightly in the jungle, a perfect distance away from the beach. The water pressure in the open shower was so perfect. It is hard to describe how great the water pressure was. There is not a coffee maker in the room full disclosure. It didn’t matter during my trip because I wanted a cappuccino every morning anyway. I enjoyed the short jungle stroll to the on-site café before my morning splash. I really loved this trip, it was wonderful and I would easily book this room again.
We had a great stay at PPP! Super relaxing, great service, food, and location. We took a morning yoga class as well, which was very pleasant. All the staff were super kind and made our stay feel really special. We had a jungle casita with a rooftop pool. The rooftop pool was a great decision, I was in it every morning and night while we were there. We were nested slightly in the jungle, a perfect distance away from the beach. The water pressure in the open shower was so perfect. It is hard to describe how great the water pressure was. There is not a coffee maker in the room full disclosure. It didn’t matter during my trip because I wanted a cappuccino every morning anyway. I enjoyed the short jungle stroll to the on-site café before my morning splash. I really loved this trip, it was wonderful and I would easily book this room again.
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Miranda
Mar 3, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
beautiful place, very nice vibe. i had breakfast included ,Buffey was only for weakens, other days menu was very limited.
beautiful place, very nice vibe. i had breakfast included ,Buffey was only for weakens, other days menu was very limited.
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Aimeerenee
May 23, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
The property was wonderful with cool art throughout. Great location. The check in process and staff was great. The moon party was awesome! The food and bar staff was very disappointing.
The property was wonderful with cool art throughout. Great location. The check in process and staff was great. The moon party was awesome! The food and bar staff was very disappointing.
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Mauricio
Sep 10, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Pesadilla Playa Project. Un lugar totalmente sobrevalorado. No limpian la alberca privada, el restaurante es una absoluta estafa en la que dos cervezas y un par de hamburguesas te terminan saliendo en mas de 125 dólares. El Beach Club ya no tiene nada de ambiente. Los camastros se ven viejos y sucios. Ni siquiera tienen la delicadeza de revisar si los frascos de jabón y shampoo tienen producto. Muy mala experiencia en un hotel cien por ciento diseñado para estar a los turistas. Tan acostumbrados están a que los huéspedes se vayan antes de tiempo que ni siquiera les sorprendió que hiciéramos checkout antes de tiempo. Es más, ni siquiera nos preguntaron las razones de nuestra partida, lo mínimo que uno esperaría de un hotel con ese tipo de costo.
Pesadilla Playa Project. Un lugar totalmente sobrevalorado. No limpian la alberca privada, el restaurante es una absoluta estafa en la que dos cervezas y un par de hamburguesas te terminan saliendo en mas de 125 dólares. El Beach Club ya no tiene nada de ambiente. Los camastros se ven viejos y sucios. Ni siquiera tienen la delicadeza de revisar si los frascos de jabón y shampoo tienen producto. Muy mala experiencia en un hotel cien por ciento diseñado para estar a los turistas. Tan acostumbrados están a que los huéspedes se vayan antes de tiempo que ni siquiera les sorprendió que hiciéramos checkout antes de tiempo. Es más, ni siquiera nos preguntaron las razones de nuestra partida, lo mínimo que uno esperaría de un hotel con ese tipo de costo.
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hadeel
May 24, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Absolutely not worth the money. Dirty beach, insects everywhere, tiny outdated rooms, broken furniture, and terrible food. The whole hotel feels old and poorly maintained. If you want luxury, cleanliness, or a classy experience — stay far away from this place.
Absolutely not worth the money. Dirty beach, insects everywhere, tiny outdated rooms, broken furniture, and terrible food. The whole hotel feels old and poorly maintained. If you want luxury, cleanliness, or a classy experience — stay far away from this place.
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Robert
Feb 13, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
With so many other amazing options in Tulum its hard to recommend this hotel based on our experience. Pros: - A very nice room with good amenities - Nice bell hop and beach wait staff Cons: - Really poor service from the front desk - We arrived early and were told that hotel check-in was at 3pm, at 3:30pm our room still was not ready with the excuse of "the hotel is completely booked" - They were going to show us a potential room upgrade and forgot when other guests showed up to check-in - The second day our room keys stopped working, when we got the keys working we found out that our room hadn't been cleaned by 4:30pm Given all the above you can find much better options for your money in Tulum
With so many other amazing options in Tulum its hard to recommend this hotel based on our experience. Pros: - A very nice room with good amenities - Nice bell hop and beach wait staff Cons: - Really poor service from the front desk - We arrived early and were told that hotel check-in was at 3pm, at 3:30pm our room still was not ready with the excuse of "the hotel is completely booked" - They were going to show us a potential room upgrade and forgot when other guests showed up to check-in - The second day our room keys stopped working, when we got the keys working we found out that our room hadn't been cleaned by 4:30pm Given all the above you can find much better options for your money in Tulum
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Leah
Jan 30, 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
Loved it! Very serene atmosphere. The staff was very friendly and our room was clean. My husband felt like we were the only ones there which is exactly what we wanted. I would definitely return.
Loved it! Very serene atmosphere. The staff was very friendly and our room was clean. My husband felt like we were the only ones there which is exactly what we wanted. I would definitely return.
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John
Jan 27, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect stay
Perfect stay
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Nir
Jan 13, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Service was horrible
Service was horrible
FAQs about Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, but parking is limited and height restrictions apply.
What type of breakfast is offered?
A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to noon.
Are pets allowed at the property?
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.
Is there an airport shuttle service available?
A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge of USD 180 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Tulum (Zona Hotelera), just a 4-minute drive from Tulum Beach and 7 minutes from Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve. It is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Tulum Mayan Ruins and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Playa Paraiso.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor swimming pools available. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Up to 2 children aged 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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What do room rates usually look like at Papaya Playa Project, Tulum?
Over the next 60–90 days, room rates at Papaya Playa Project in Tulum typically land around $376 a night for two guests, ranging from $340 to $414 on peak dates.
When is the quietest time to visit Papaya Playa Project in Tulum?
July is the quietest month to visit Papaya Playa Project in Tulum, with demand dropping sharply after July and staying lower through early autumn; December is the peak month for crowds.
Which month has the lowest rates at Papaya Playa Project, Tulum?
August is the cheapest month to stay at Papaya Playa Project in Tulum, averaging $341 a night; January is the priciest at $1,300. July is the quietest month for crowds, which differs from the cheapest month.
What attractions and types of travellers suit Papaya Playa Project in Tulum?
Set on the coast of Quintana Roo, Papaya Playa Project in Tulum is ideal for couples and groups who want beach and outdoor experiences; nearby highlights include Tulum Beach, Tulum Mayan Ruins and Playa Paraiso, plus easy access to Hunab Lifestyle Center.
How do Papaya Playa Project's prices compare with other hotels in Tulum?
Papaya Playa Project in Tulum is cheaper than 2 of 14 comparable hotels nearby, with a typical median of $488 a night versus about $295 for peers.
How does the nightly price at Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels in Tulum compare to recent weeks?
The current price at Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels in Tulum is $264 per night for 2 guests, which is low for this hotel: about 20% below its $336 average over the last 60 days. Most nights over that period fell between $251 and $467.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-16: 261.57414926815795USD
- 2026-09-17: 264.55879892193605USD
- 2026-09-18: 291.42059326853945USD
- 2026-09-19: 288.43594361476136USD
- 2026-09-20: 261.57414926815795USD
- 2026-09-21: 261.57414926815795USD
- 2026-09-22: 261.57414926815795USD
- 2026-09-23: 261.57414926815795USD
- 2026-09-24: 261.57414926815795USD
- 2026-09-25: 288.43594361476136USD
- 2026-09-26: 288.43594361476136USD
- 2026-09-27: 261.57414926815795USD
- 2026-09-28: 261.57414926815795USD
- 2026-09-29: 261.57414926815795USD
- 2026-09-30: 261.57414926815795USD
- 2026-10-01: 277.4922457300415USD
- 2026-10-02: 304.3540225641785USD
- 2026-10-03: 304.3540225641785USD
- 2026-10-04: 277.4922457300415USD
- 2026-10-05: 277.4922457300415USD
- 2026-10-06: 277.4922457300415USD
- 2026-10-07: 277.4922457300415USD
- 2026-10-08: 277.4922457300415USD
- 2026-10-09: 304.3540225641785USD
- 2026-10-10: 304.3540225641785USD
- 2026-10-11: 277.4922457300415USD
- 2026-10-12: 294.4052254098511USD
- 2026-10-13: 294.4052254098511USD
- 2026-10-14: 294.4052254098511USD
- 2026-10-15: 294.4052254098511USD
- 2026-10-16: 322.26188546191406USD
- 2026-10-17: 322.26188546191406USD
- 2026-10-18: 277.4922457300415USD
- 2026-10-19: 278.4871289479675USD
- 2026-10-20: 279.48201216589354USD
- 2026-10-21: 278.4871289479675USD
- 2026-10-22: 296.3949918457031USD
- 2026-10-23: 326.2414183336181USD
- 2026-10-24: 332.2107176411743USD
- 2026-10-25: 295.4001086277771USD
- 2026-10-26: 278.4871289479675USD
- 2026-10-27: 278.4871289479675USD
- 2026-10-28: 278.4871289479675USD
- 2026-10-29: 371.01109309042357USD
- 2026-10-30: 369.0213266545715USD
- 2026-10-31: 371.01109309042357USD
- 2026-11-01: 355.0929616036072USD
- 2026-11-02: 357.0827280394592USD
- 2026-11-03: 357.0827280394592USD
- 2026-11-04: 355.0929616036072USD
- 2026-11-05: 346.1390476672058USD
- 2026-11-06: 359.07249447531126USD
- 2026-11-07: 360.0673776932373USD
- 2026-11-08: 346.1390476672058USD
- 2026-11-09: 345.1441644492798USD
- 2026-11-10: 346.1390476672058USD
- 2026-11-11: 345.1441644492798USD
- 2026-11-12: 357.0827280394592USD
- 2026-11-13: 357.0827280394592USD
- 2026-11-14: 358.07761125738523USD
- 2026-11-15: 346.1390476672058USD
- 2026-11-16: 346.1390476672058USD
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 within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- 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
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- 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)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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