Cabanas Copal ***

I LOVE this picture of Cabanas Copal. You can see the reflection of the beach and I love it. Tell me that does not look like a dream come true. I LOVE LIVING HERE!


I recently had friends come into town from the USA and they were staying at Cabanas Copal. This is a well advertised and popular spot on the Tulum beach road. Once I went to the hotel with my friends it was not hard to see why this spot is so popular.


The people were very nice and polite and check in went very smooth. We were shown to their cabana and we were all very happy. This spot has several types of rooms that range from chic minimum to elegant & romantic simplicity..


My friends stayed in the cheapest cabana. This was one that did not have a bathroom or shower in the room. The bathroom was nearby, easy to get to, was very clean and well stocked. For anyone who has recently lived in dorms and with room mates this would not be that big of a deal, especially for the cost of the room.

The cabana had a sand floor (and the sand here in Tulum is amazing!) and it had simple furnishings. The bed was dressed in simple white and had a white mosquito net. There are certain times of the year, like the rainy season, that this is more of a needed item then a romantic addition. There was also a simple chair right in front of the window.

The view of the beach, although partially blocked from this particular cabana is stunning. Even after living here there are times when you feel a real sense of peace and calm come over you and this spot was one where that easily happened.


The walkways were nice and clear pretty to easy to get around although persons with disabilities would probably have a hard time. But there might be another area of the hotel that is better suited for these guests.


This hotel is also linked with 2 others here on the beach road that consistently get good reviews. They are Zahra and Azulik. They are under the EcoTulum Resorts and Spa. There is what appears to be an amazing spa. (These are the kinds of things that living here we cannot afford, but I will tell you all about it.) :)

Power is supplied via solar and wind power in the evening but it is dark around the whole area. Candles also add a romantic touch.

There was a nice little restaurant and my friends enjoyed their dinner a lot. I hear that they have a pretty good chef but I have not eaten there. It also seems that there are some fun night activities at the hotel. I have seen announcements around town from time to time but there was nothing the nights that my friends were there. I did just read on the website that outside food and drinks are not allowed. The reason for this is that it may bring in unwanted room mates. While I am sure no one is going to raise a stink over a bottle of tequila that you are finishing off, be mindful of this. You would not to wake up with and iguana eating your limes. (I am not even sure if iguana's eat limes but anyway!)

We did run into an iguana or 2 but they are just part of the decor here. We watched them as we swung in the hammock outside the room.

The beach here is amazing. It is clear of rocks and sea grass and spreads seemingly endless in front of you. There are some nice palapas and chairs on the beach and a nice beach bar. I did not check but I am sure there is also food service on the beach. Most of us who live here know that as soon as people get on the beach... they do not want to get off it. Yep... I just checked and there is a bar menu and the prices are very reasonable. There are some spots on the beach that are just outrageous. But these prices seemed beachy but reasonable. you can see the menu from their website here.


This brings me to another point... tipping. After moving to Mexico from San Francisco we have learned to survive on much less income (to put it mildly) In most parts of Mexico, this is not too much of a problem. However, in the more tourist areas the prices can often be just as expensive as in the US. My point is this... if you get good service, if your server is engaging and helpful, show your appreciation to them. If your room was cleaned and you appreciate it, show that. With the current exchange rate Americans and Europeans can have a very cost effective vacation. Help your Karma and show your appreciation. You would be amazed at how far it can go.