Resorts and Hotels in Akumal, Mexico

About Akumal

Akumal sits on the Caribbean coast of Quintana Roo, in the Riviera Maya stretch between Playa del Carmen and Tulum. The name is commonly translated as "place of turtles," and the bay is known for sea turtles and easy snorkeling. For a resort stay, that makes the coastline the main event: mornings on the sand, swims in warm Caribbean water and long afternoons in the shade before dinner.

Three all-inclusive resorts give the area its variety. Bahia Principe Grand Tulum - All Inclusive offers a marina with sailing and scuba diving, golf with lessons from a pro, a spa with a Turkish bath, and seven restaurants and five bars; families add a waterslide, playground and arcade to the mix. Bahia Principe Explore Coba - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive is the five-star choice, with a water park, a kids' club, tennis, mini golf, bowling and an evening lineup that includes a nightclub, karaoke and a casino. Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya Resort & Spa - All Inclusive is the pick for pool people and grazers, with three outdoor pools, a lazy river, 10 restaurants and 11 bars and lounges, and suites with private spa tubs and balconies.

Two other hotels set a different rhythm. Las Villas Akumal is beachfront with a private beach area, an outdoor pool, a garden and a terrace; its suites, apartments and villas have kitchens, the villas add beachfront terraces with Caribbean views, and an airport shuttle and tour desk help with logistics. Akumal Bay Beach & Spa Resort pairs a private beach with four outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa, snorkeling and scuba diving on site, suites with private outdoor hot tubs, and 24-hour fitness facilities. Every hotel here offers free parking, handy if you want to explore the coast by car.

When to go

Akumal has a tropical climate with warm sea temperatures through the year. The drier, sunnier months run roughly from late November to April, with lower humidity and comfortable days for the beach, snorkeling and sightseeing; holiday periods within this window tend to be the busiest. From May to October the weather turns hotter and more humid, with afternoon showers common. Atlantic hurricane season officially runs from June to November, so travelers booking in late summer and autumn should watch forecasts and consider flexible plans. Whatever the month, pack sun protection and light clothing.

Tips for your trip

• Choose your style first: Bahia Principe Grand Tulum, Bahia Principe Explore Coba and Grand Sirenis are all-inclusive resorts, while Las Villas Akumal has suites, apartments and villas with kitchens.
• Traveling with kids? Bahia Principe Explore Coba has a kids' club, playground, indoor play area and water park, and Bahia Principe Grand Tulum has a waterslide, playground and arcade.
• Every hotel in our Akumal selection has a private beach or direct beach access, so check each property's beach details when comparing.
• If snorkeling or diving is a priority, Bahia Principe Grand Tulum (scuba diving), Grand Sirenis (snorkeling) and Akumal Bay Beach & Spa Resort (snorkeling and scuba diving) all have water activities on site.
• Free parking is offered at all five hotels, so a rental car is an easy way to explore the Riviera Maya coast.
• Hurricane season runs from June to November. Review cancellation terms before booking travel in those months.

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