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Papaya Playa

Type of destination:

  • Beach / ocean
  • Historic site

Type of accommodation:

  • Bungalow / cabaña / ecolodge


Rates: (in US dollars)

$76 – 100

Description

On the magical Mayan Caribbean coast, Papaya Playa Tulum is nestled among the trees of this splendid, white sand beach.

Our hotel serves guests seeking an alternative to the major vacation resorts. The restaurant, bar, and cabins are surrounded by tropical plants and stone and sand pathways, creating an informal, natural setting. We have created an atmosphere where our guests can relax their minds and bodies, and pamper their spirits with the simple pleasures of nature.

Rooms

100

Amenities

  • Internet connection - At the reception desk during hours when electricity is available
  • Laundry service
  • Private bathroom
  • Restaurant
  • Spa

Activities

  • Adventure sports
  • Biking
  • Canopy exploration
  • Eco / nature / wildlife
  • Educational / research / volunteering
  • Fishing
  • Horseback riding
  • River rafting / kayaking
  • Scuba diving / snorkeling
  • Spiritual / religious
  • Visits to conservation projects
  • Volunteers accepted
  • Walking / hiking
  • Yoga / meditation

Making a Difference

Number of employees: 25

Percentage of local employees: 95%

Papaya Playa Tulum helps protect biodiversity by conserving native plants, reforesting degraded areas, and protecting nesting sea turtles. It also helps the local communities by participating in local programs for integrated family development and supporting organizations like the local Red Cross.

Rates

$76 – 100

For more information about rates, please visit:

  • booking.papayaplaya.com/ (available in English).

Getting There

Nearest international airport: Cancún (CUN)

Travel time to nearest airport: 1.5 hours

Additional Information

Date This Information Was Provided

March 2011.

Photos courtesy of Papaya Playa, Mexico, for SustainableTrip.org.

Papaya Playa y Tulum

Contact Information

Jana Wich
Manager

Carretera Tulum-Bocpaila km 4,5
Tulum, Quintana Roo
Mexico

Tel: +52-1/984-116-3774


www.papayaplaya.com

Verification

Rainforest Alliance Verified™

Date: February, 2010

Sustainability performance:
Environmental management: 83%
Sociocultural management: 55%
Business management: 82%

Overall performance: 79%

 

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