Experts' Choice Award Olas Tulum
What the experts agree on
Family-run beachfront villa combining serious eco-credentials (LEED-Platinum certified) with bohemian charm—perfect for independent travelers seeking sustainability over luxury pampering.
“Family-run boutique stay Casa de las Olas is a 40-year-old traditional villa with serious sustainability cred. This boho stay is just at the end of Tulum’s strip.”
– Mr & Mrs Smith
Afar Magazine "As is the case with many hotels in the Tulum section of Riviera Maya, Casa de las Olas shies away from the “luxe” label, preferring to promote itself as a simple, eco-friendly retreat..." Full review
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The staff are known for their thoughtful attention to guests, and the small size of the hotel—just five rooms—ensures they are never overwhelmed by guests' requests or needs.
Oyster2.0
"As the only LEED-Platinum-certified building in the country, Casa de las Olas is ideal for those who are looking for an eco-friendly, off-the-grid beachfront getaway." Full review
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Free breakfast is served at a communal picnic table, but other than the occasional lunch (requested in advance), guest have to venture farther down the Hotel Zone for meals, drinks, or any other attractions.
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"Olas Tulum is not a luxury hotel, but a small eco-friendly retreat with a style best suited to those looking for a travel experience that’s more independent than pampering." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Why book? It’s delightfully secluded away from the noise and crowds.Set the scene: This tucked-away beach bungalow borders the Sian Ka’an Biosphere reserve at the very end of the beach..." Full review
Tablet18.9
"There was a time when Playa del Carmen itself was a nice quiet break from the bustle of Cancún. Now it’s a full-fledged resort town, and for a bit of the old, undeveloped Riviera Maya..." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This tucked-away beach bungalow borders the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve at the very end of the Beach Road, evoking the Tulum that existed when the property first debuted over a decade..."
Time Out "Staying in one of the eight suites at the house of 'life' is a bit like being the guest of a charismatic friend in possession of a private beach and impeccable taste. Everything feels..."
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