Villas Akalan

3.5 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near Tulum Mayan Ruins

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Terrace/patio
Garden
Studio | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View | Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Polar Poniente Street between, North Escorpion Street and Coba Avenue, Tulum, QROO, 77760
  • Tulum National Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Tulum Mayan Ruins
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Playa Paraiso
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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Room options

Studio

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Room, Terrace, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Studio Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Pool View

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Pool View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Pool View

  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Tulum

Located in Tulum City Center within a mile (2 km) of Tulum National Park, Villas Akalan is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Tulum Mayan Ruins. This 7-room, 3.5-star guesthouse has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Tulum National Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Tulum Mayan Ruins - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Las Palmas Public Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Playa Paraiso - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Playa Ruinas - 10 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tacos y tortas el tio - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Coqueta - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Boston’s Tulum - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Azul Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Villas Akalan

Guesthouse with free parking, near Tulum Mayan Ruins
Guests of Villas Akalan enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 150 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, ceiling fans, and safes. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 13 for adults and USD 13 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 7 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 70 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 13 for adults and USD 13 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 20 (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: PayPal.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Villas Akalan Condo Tulum
Villas Akalan Condo
Villas Akalan Tulum
Villas Akalan
Villas Akalan Tulum
Villas Akalan Guesthouse
Villas Akalan Guesthouse Tulum

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Villas Akalan?

Villas Akalan offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Villas Akalan?

This guesthouse is situated in Tulum City Center within a short 18-minute walk of Tulum National Park and also 19 minutes on foot from Cenote Calavera. You'll also find Tulum Mayan Ruins and Tulum Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Villas Akalan?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Villas Akalan have a casino on the premises?

No, Villas Akalan doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Villas Akalan?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Villas Akalan good for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some accommodations include kitchens and garden views.

Does Villas Akalan have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Villas Akalan have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Villas Akalan offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Villas Akalan allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Villas Akalan though service animals are welcome.

Does Villas Akalan have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Villas Akalan?

The closest major airport to Villas Akalan is Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO), which is 25.7 mi away (48 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Villas Akalan?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy garden or pool views.

Villas Akalan Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 103 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it ♥️♥️♥️♥️
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall pretty good. It is a family owned small hotel. It is very quiet and comfortable. It is not fancy, but pretty sweet. The people working there are very nice. I have no complain and enjoyed my one-night stay there. The only issue is that the hotel is difficult to find. I walked by it twice and didn't see the entrance. The google location is correct, but the door is so easy to miss. It is a hidden gem once you found it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay. The owner and staff are so friendly. Walkable distance to restaurants and grocery stores. Starbucks is a 5 minute walk away. 15 minute walk to the central bus station. Loved it, will stay again! Free water at the front desk and complimentary coffee is available from 9:30am-11 Highly recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neishma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me encantó
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only issue was that there was no signage and I arrived on New Year's Eve and there was no attendant. There, as in most of Mexico, was no number on the outside of the building so there was no way to confirm I was at the correct place. There was also a sign on the door directing you to enter on another street which also had no signage. Eventually i knocked loudly and the staff person came to the rescue. Other days staff was at the reception door as you would expect. All else was as advertised and near perfect!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice having a pool and a refrigerator. The air conditioner didn't cool our room to the degree we set it. A gym on the next street plays loud music in the morning. Although the staff is pleasant and most speak English, sometimes no one is around and the water is often empty. Even so, I still would stay there again as the place is in a good location at the edge of town, the price is good, and the grounds are really beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashish

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property, Very much safe. Few really good eating place in walking distance. only problem we faced was no hot water in our rooms. But they gave us extra room to use washrooms. On the whole, it was a very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Ernesto Jr

Liked: Staff & service
Small villa but if is just to spend the night is fine, the hot water is not continuous fluent comes and goes, shower head just pour water everywhere, no toilet paper for the first two days, dark street from the villa to the main road, no coffee on the room or on the front desk.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked how central it was. Very close to the main strip and lots of shopping and dining options close by. The room had a fridge which worked very well. The pool was nice and the option to refill the free water was a nice touch! Free coffee too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here in early October '22. Very nice quiet property. Pool was excellent. We had the standard triple room above the pool and it was perfect for us. There were some good restaurants within walking distance (La Coqueta for tacos, El Cayuco for seafood, Papaya for good 100 peso pizza) as well as a convenience store a minute away and a large grocery. Great cheap bike rentals a few blocks away (corner of Escorpion Sur and Calle Sol Ote.). Easy access to the bike paths going to the beach or to the temple area. Cheap laundromat with beer and food nearby (Bo). Great birdlife and reptiles in the courtyard, green geckos, large iguana. It's an ideal location in Tulum so long as you don't mind riding bikes to the beach. The rooftop bar (Nana) wasn't loud when we were there and they do have great cocktails (a bit spendy but good). Georgina at the front desk was very nice! We'd stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing pool and garden. Each unit has a private outdoor patio or balcony and we had a full sized refrigerator. No soap or shampoo so bring your own. Surprisingly quiet for a busy area. Would book agaun.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

RICARDO

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Okay the place is beautiful there’s no noises so you can chill out the pool is amazing the staff it’s beyond nice the only thing I wish they need it’s a tv, the location was perfect less than 10 minutes to get to the hotel zone and couple blocks from the banks restaurants etc Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luiz

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
That’s a great place to stay with family, friends or alone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and pleasant place away from the party crowds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Molly

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool is very nice and our condo had a private rooftop lounging area that was VERY nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

sarah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice price for the hotel

Need a bit of supplies like covers ( they don’t have it)
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice, quiet and safe
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villas Akalan is a great property. Great pool and quiet neighborhood. Staff were very helpful and it was a reasonable price. Nice amenities such as safe and a/c. Overall a great property and a nice value. We will absolutely stay there next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

2/10 Terrible

George

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Please do not waist your time at this property; extremely bad condition. Towels were very old and not clean. Small room, dirty bathroom. No TV. Late night party at the near by room and we could not sleep. Water leaking below the sink. Not all lights in the room was working. No pressure in the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Villa Akalan is conveniently located near the Super Aki market, the Collectivo and numerous bike and car rentals. You can walk the main downtown strip in minutes and the beach access is @15-20 walk. Rooms were basic but clean. No extra amenities like shampoo, conditioner or lotion. We had issues with no hot water the first two days. We told the staff and they said they would fix it. Second night still no hot water but we had it on the third morning. Property is really small, maybe 10 units and has a security gate so we felt safe. There’s a small pool that is kept clean. Staff was very nice and professional. If you’re on a budget and want a clean no frills place, that is in walking distance to market, town and beach then you can’t go wrong with Villa Akalan.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Beata

Liked: Room comfort

Good Wifi, Hot Water, Smelly Bed

This is the 5th hotel I've stayed in Quintana Roo area but the first time my bed and pillows smelled like a sweaty man has been on it previously and the smell soaked into the mattress or something. I don't think it was due to the humidity in the area. My room type was "Superior room with one king bed". It's on the second floor with a very cute balcony and private staircase. The interior of the room is very basic however, with a fridge, air conditioner, ceiling fan, an old couch, a round table, no microwave, and no TV. For me it's fine because I only go back to sleep. The fact that it is really close to a Super Aki supermarket is nice but there is no kitchenette for cooking anyways. What I really enjoyed is the hot water for shower!! It gets really hot really fast. Half of the hotels I've stayed in the Q.R. area barely have hot water, or takes forever to heat up. It was a 17 minutes walk from the ADO terminal.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
This was a really cute place ideal to relax during the day at night there was a little noise from hostel rooftop next door but I really liked the big balcony and view of the pool
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021