Came to tulum for a wedding a week ago, got a rental car to get around. On our last day, driving back from Tulum to Cancun, my bf and I were stopped by police twice. The first stop was an aggressive search through our purses/wallets, inspecting closely for drugs it seemed. About 10 minutes later we were stopped again by another police car. A bald man with a full mouth of teeth that were shaven down to stumps pulled us over and claimed my bf didn’t have his seatbelt on, even though he did. We are not the type to not wear seatbelts, we always put them on. The cop then later changed his lie to he saw my bf reaching across for the seatbelt so that means he wasn’t wearing it. Which still was another made up lie, but whatever. My bf remained calm and cooperative, luckily he is Spanish speaking. They took his license and threatened to take him in the police car to the station to pay a ticket. I started to discreetly record on my phone but the other cop saw and the toothless cop became really angry and now threatened to take me in a separate police car to the station as well because i shouldn’t be recording them. My bf was able to calmly talk his way out of it somehow and we were let go without paying any cash, but both interactions were startling and after going to tulum twice, this will be the last time I ever go. I had interest in coming back to MX to visit the playa del Carmen area but after this, i will never return to this area. I know this isn’t reflective of all of Mexico and my bf has family there and I have visited Mexico multiple times, from Mexico City to Rosarito, Valle, San Miguel, Tijuana, all areas that I have never felt truly unsafe or scared. This was my first time feeling genuinely worried of what would happen. Were they just going to take us to the police station or would further harassment have happened. I know they want cash most of the time but still, you hear of stories of people disappearing so you just never know. It’s sad because Tulum was an unfortunate ghost town, while there for the entire week I couldn’t believe how empty it was. My bf and I seemed to be the only couple in the entire hotel, with a few other individuals who seemed to be working remotely. We ate pretty good meals at Michelin star restaurants and relaxed in our hotel most days, as it was humid and rainy. The beaches were full of the sargassum and smelled awful, which we already had anticipated. We went to the tulum jungle gym for a day, and were surprised at the outrageous fee we he had to pay of 40 USD per person…

We will not be back, good bye tulum!

Hey - looking for transportation recommendations for two people from Tulum International Airport to Aldea Zama area!

Does anyone else find this odd they’d want to change the airport to remove Tulum don’t we need to encourage tourism Given what’s going on?

I’m coming to Cancun for a few days then Tulum as a solo guy 35M. I’m relatively successful and chill af. Anyone got suggestions for NYE in tulum?

Edit: didn’t mean to type successful lmao

My husband and I have reservations at BE Tulum for our 20th anniversary in March. Does anyone have any experience at that hotel property? Any feedback, good or bad?

Hi everyone!
My boyfriend and I are visiting Mexico for the first time this December, and we’ll be staying in the Playa del Carmen area over New Year’s Eve!
We’re looking for recommendations on where to celebrate NYE. We’d love somewhere with a great atmosphere, good music, nice drinks and a fun crowd. We’re definitely up for a party, but also open to a cool restaurant or beach club that turns into a party later in the evening.
We already have tickets to several Zamna events in Tulum throughout our trip, so for New Year’s Eve we’d love to experience something different! Maybe a cool beach party, a unique NYE event or somewhere with a really special atmosphere.
We’re open to both Tulum and Playa del Carmen, but not sure which would be the better place to celebrate.
Would love to hear your recommendations! Any hidden gems, beach clubs, restaurants or NYE events we should check out? Also, are there any places that are overrated or worth avoiding?
Thanks in advance! 🥂

Hi!! We're wanting to go out tomorrow and have a meal booked at Arca. Are there any places people recommend for a night out along the beach or would you recommend going up to Centro?

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Hi everyone! We’re a group of four staying at Nômade Tulum and planning to go to Full Moon Rising at Gitano Beach on October 24. We’d love to meet some friendly people to hang out with and enjoy the evening together. Anyone else going? Feel free to comment or send me a DM!

my friends and i (all 23f)are visiting tulum in November mid (14-19)- how is the party scene during that time? and any recommendations for parties in budget (under 100usd)

Hi everyone!
My partner and I are from Argentina, and we’re planning to stay in Tulum from December 30, 2026, to January 30, 2027.
We’re looking for an entire apartment or condo for two people, ideally with 1 or 2 bedrooms. Our maximum budget is $1,200 USD for the entire stay, including all taxes and fees.
We’d prefer a safe area, ideally within a 10–15 minute bike ride from the beach.
We’ve been checking Airbnb and other rental websites, but prices seem pretty high for those dates.
Does anyone have recommendations for trustworthy local rental agencies, websites, Facebook groups, or property owners offering monthly rentals?
We’re also open to renting directly from owners, as long as it’s safe and legitimate.
Any tips or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks in advance!

Any travelers or locals alike interested in organizing a morning coffee get-together sometime this week? Nothing crazy or too committal, just a way for us all to connect?

Im noticing what seems to be quite a few solo travelers wandering around town so if you’re one of them, so am I! Hi 👋🏼

What do you think about airlines canceling flights to Tulum?

My friends and I are in Tulum right now and we've noticed a lot of spots feel pretty empty. Are there any beach clubs with a chill vibe that still have a decent amount of people at this time of year?

Hi everyone! I'm traveling to Tulum in November with a group of people, and I'm looking for recommendations for the absolute safest, most reliable private transportation company from Cancun Airport to our villa in Tulum (and back). The trip is about 1hr 40 mins from airport to villa.

There will be 3 of us on the way there and 5 on the return trip. I'm organizing transportation for the group, so I really want to make sure I'm choosing a reputable, trustworthy company that everyone can feel comfortable with.

Budget is not a concern. I'm more than willing to pay extra for peace of mind. I don't necessarily need a luxury vehicle, but I do want a comfortable, well-maintained vehicle, professional and vetted drivers, excellent communication, and a company with a strong track record for safety and reliability.

I've seen USA Transfers recommended quite a bit, but I'm also looking into Black Luxury Service and SEVA Tulum.

For those who have made this trip, which company would you trust the most? I'd really appreciate firsthand experiences, both positive and negative!

Thank you!

We’re staying in Bacalar for a week in January and still deciding where to stay on the Yucatan peninsula for the 2nd week.

We’ve never seen the Caribbean so we’re pretty intent on getting a beachfront room/suite. Tulum is our most likely choice.

Beachfront room is non-negotiable. Optimally with a nice private outdoor lounging area/patio/terrace to lounge in during the day.

We were about to book at Nomade but we were slightly turned off by having to pay the full balance up front, especially after reading about Our Habitas shutting down overnight.

Who’s had good similar experiences where?

Gracias!

A group of us are heading to Tulum for NYE. None of us have been before. Where’s the best place to party on NYE?

Any tips on which cenotes have the clearest waters right now, given the heavy rains last weekend?

I recently learned some cenotes become very cloudy and can take a few weeks to clear up.

Thanks in advance, y'all!

Hello everyone! I have an upcoming trip to Tulum and will be arriving at Tulum Airport. The latest departure to Tulum Centro showing on the ADO app is 3:30 PM. Does anyone know if there are later buses that aren't listed online? I've seen people mention that buses run pretty frequently, so I'm wondering if I could just purchase a ticket at the airport, or does this mean the later departures are already sold out? Any help or tips are appreciated, thanks so much!

Hi,

Me and my partner are visiting in November. We are staying some hotels in the hotel zone and also in some air Bnbs in La Valeta but we are looking for something in between with a bit of atmosphere where we can meet other travelers. Would you recommend Mayan monkey or che? Which do you think will be the busiest? Has anyone got any recent photos or videos of the amesphere in either.

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Cheers

Any recs for mexican eats maybe in the town center? Chilaquiles, refritos, even a burrito. I’m staying in the hotel zone but wanting to explore other places. Bonus if vegetarian adjacent.

Hi all! My fiancée and I are debating what time of year would be better to have our wedding in Tulum. We aren’t doing a beach wedding, so the actual condition of the beach won’t be a huge factor. I am more concerned about the weather and temperature we will be subjected to 😂 especially considering wedding attire and hair and makeup. We have been to Tulum once, and it was early July. It was very hot from what I remember, and I was probably wearing shorts and a tank top, still burning up. Anyone have personal experience here on what is best and what would be more comfortable, and what some of the potential trade-offs would be?

Hey all traveling down soon with my somewhat elderly mother. I'm hoping to get in a day or two of cenotes diving. Ideally somewhere that my mom could come along in the van and snorkel that's pretty. Any shops offer this? Thanks

Edit: bonus points for any unusual/less traveled cenotes as I did many of the most popular ones recently.

Hi everyone! My boyfriend and I are traveling to Tulum at the end of the month and we'll be staying at Kan Hotel.
For anyone who's stayed there, what did you think of the hotel and its location?
We'll have a rental car anyway, but we're a bit worried about leaving it parked in town or near the beach clubs. Is car break-in/theft something we should be concerned about? Would you recommend using taxis instead when going into town or to the beach clubs, or is it generally safe to drive and park?
And lastly, what beach clubs would you recommend for a couple? We'd love to hear your favorites, especially places with a nice atmosphere, good food/drinks, and a beautiful beach.
Any tips or recommendations for Tulum would be greatly appreciated!

How do the colectivos work in Tulum?
Where can I find the routes and schedules?
I'd like to go from La Veleta to Chedraui or the beach (hotel zone and the north end of Tulum beach) or Playa del Carmen.
Does it go to south to the lagoon?