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Casita 1 on Best Sandy Beach in Tulum. Snorkels, Kayaks, Paddleboards Included

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Casa Playa Maya beach front. Perfect snorkelling, kayaking, paddleboarding.
Turquoise sea, sandy beachfront. Kayaks, paddleboards, snorkels included !
A morning kayak in the calm warm bay is a lovely way to start the day!
Newly renovated casita with full kitchen, bath and private patio.
Queen bed with hotel quality linens. Built in millwork with Mexican hardwood.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 232.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
Tulum, QROO
  • Soliman Bay
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Xel-Há Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cenote Manatí
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Tulum, Quintana Roo (TUY)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Studio bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Studion bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Casita 1 on Best Sandy Beach in Tulum. Snorkels, Kayaks, Paddleboards Included

Renovated November 2024!
This lovely renovated casita is a bright, airy, beach level, studio apartment just steps from the private beach and beside the new fresh water pool.

The casita is self contained with a full kitchen, private bath, living area and lovely outdoor patio perfect for dining and entertaining.
Features include:
• Steps to beautiful, private sandy beach
• Amazing snorkeling, kayaking and paddle boarding (all included)
• Hotel quality Queen bed and linens
• Beach towels
• Private safe
• AC and ceiling fans
• Full kitchen with breakfast bar
• Bottled water
• Modern bathroom with walk-in shower
• Outdoor dining patio
• WiFi Internet
• All the Water Toys: Kayaks, Paddleboards, Snorkel Gear
• Shared Weber Gas Grill station

THE PROPERTY
Soliman Bay is the best kept secret on the Riviera Maya and the hidden gem of Tulum. The Casa Playa Maya property is situated in the central location on Soliman Bay which has a rock-free beach with soft, white sand. The beach is at your doorstep and largely private and undiscovered, so the beach is never crowded. All the beach toys are included: Kayaks, paddleboards, snorkel gear
Entry to Soliman Bay is protected by our Security checkpoint staff.

Protected by the second largest coral reef in the world, we have the safest snorkelling, calm, warm water and abundant sea life.

TURTLE NESTING
Between July and October is turtle season. Because Soliman Bay is quiet, abundant sea turtles choose Soliman Bay to make their nests. Many of our guests have had the once in a lifetime opportunity to view this amazing natural phenomenon of nesting and hatchlings returning to the sea.

SERVICES
We want your stay to be relaxing and stress free. Our property management team can provide:
• Stocked fridge upon your arrival – including beer, wine, tequila*
• Concierge services to help with airport transfer, attractions, and local restaurants*
Luis and Anabel will attend to your every need as our full-time, on-site staff. They will:
• Keep the beach clean
• Ensure your room(s) are fresh and tidy
• Address any maintenance issues immediately
Luis will even cut you a fresh coconut from one of our many trees for the perfect afternoon cocktail.
* Fees apply

GETTING AROUND
We can provide shuttle service from the airport or you can rent a car from the airport or in Tulum. Regular bus service can transport you to Tulum and other attractions with very inexpensive fares. In Tulum, you will find old town Mexico, which has become the chic destination for visitors across the globe. World class restaurants, authentic Mexican dining, and American-style grocery and department store for your every need. Tourist activities include kiteboarding, scuba trips, cenote dives and swimming, adventure parks, Mayan ruins and more.

Property manager

Glynis Fleming
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Folding cribs available

Important information

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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tulum

Located in Tulum, this apartment is near theme parks and on the beach. Tulum Mayan Ruins is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tulum National Park and Akumal Beach. Xel-Há Park and LabnaHa Ecopark Adventures are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Tulum, QROO

What's nearby

  • Soliman Bay - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Xel-Há Park - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Cenote Manatí - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Dos Ojos Cenote - 14 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Cenotes Sac Actun - 24 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vela Sur - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Piscis snack bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Los Corales - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vela Norte - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Frutos del Mar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casita 1 on Best Sandy Beach in Tulum. Snorkels, Kayaks, Paddleboards Included have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Casita 1 on Best Sandy Beach in Tulum. Snorkels, Kayaks, Paddleboards Included pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casita 1 on Best Sandy Beach in Tulum. Snorkels, Kayaks, Paddleboards Included?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casita 1 on Best Sandy Beach in Tulum. Snorkels, Kayaks, Paddleboards Included?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casita 1 on Best Sandy Beach in Tulum. Snorkels, Kayaks, Paddleboards Included located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tulum apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Soliman Bay, LabnaHa Ecopark Adventures and Cenotes Labnaha. Cenote Tortugas and Yax-Muul are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful getaway

We had such a wonderful, relaxing week! The beginning of the week the weather was perfect! The winds were low so we were able to get some good snorkeling in. As the week progressed the winds picked up which brought in a ton of sea grass; however, the beach was kept up as best as possible! The property is beautiful and well maintained! Having a grill was even better!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem- don’t tell anyone

This place is a paradise and should remain a secret. The property is described perfectly! Take the descriptions and imagine 100 times better. I’m serious, maybe because we visited in April but we practically had the beach to ourselves! You will have your own beach, except with those also staying in property but we rarely even saw the other guests. The snorkeling out the beach is top notch. Having kayaks and snorkels is a wonderful amenity! The beach chairs are just what you need. The pool is perfect size for cooling off and relaxing if you need a beach break. We didn’t ever need a beach break, choosing to enjoy moonrise and sunsrise many times during our stay. Luis is the finest of property managers! He offered to arrange massages for us which we didn’t take advantage of only because we had already booked at the Mayan clay spa but next time we will. The grounds are well kept, he offers wonderful local advise and is around if you need. I live in a tourist area (Vail CO) and Doliman Bay is the best tropical escape that hasn’t exposed with tourism, crowds etc that you find near the heart of Tulum. We enjoyed going to the Tulum ruins and Dos Ojos cenote. Luis offered to arrange bicycles and a guide to other cenotes but we chose to enjoy being on property. Best place EVER! Book it you won’t regret it. We hope to come back and get the Villa with another family.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond Expectations

Quiet, safe and secure. Our lovely casita was great, just steps from the beautiful pool area or the Solomon Bay. Our beach lounge area and view were amazing. Great place to interact with other guests. Fantastic swimming, snorkeling, beach walking . Our hosts Luis, Annabel and staff made our stay a 10 star experience.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time

The whole experience was great
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb!

We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was marvelous. Luis and Ana took great care of us. We could not have asked for a better vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bart E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little spot. Kayak were available to use. Quiet atmosphere to relax

Loved being steps to the beach. Nice amenities. Great restaurant on the property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay by the beach

This property is a great find if you’re looking for privacy and a quiet neighborhood away from Tulum city. The bay this property is in is a collection of private villas, that in the off season are fairly empty. Luis was a great host that went above and beyond to make sure our stay here was fantastic.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AK Break

Great staff! Glynis, Louiz and family helpful getting us settled in and gave great information on restaurants & activities. Look forward to going back early next year. Joe & Kristin Compean AK
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The manager Luis was awesome and super attentive and helpful. The beach is gorgeous and I loved that there were kayaks and snorkel equipment to use, can’t wait to come back and see more of the beautiful reef! Morning meditation and tea on the beach and swinging in the hammock chair was complete bliss. You’ll want a rental car to get to town, which is only a short twenty minutes away. The home was in a safe and secure area. The room was clean and had everything you needed (but do bring your own shampoo/conditioner or just buy some in town). The fridge is a little noisy at first but quickly served as white noise to me as the fan was too quiet to compete. If you like to sleep in dead silence bring earplugs. I definitely recommend staying at Casa Playa Maya!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

If you are looking for a quiet get away, relaxing and peaceful this is the place to be......managers Luis and Anabel onsite for any concerns. There are 2 restaurants on soliman bay, jasitas, fine dining and chamicos, casual, only open until 5pm. You may want to go to tulum or eat in. We enjoyed the beach and kayaks. We would return!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Darryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cozy beachfront property

Cozy and comfortable casita just steps away from the beach. We stayed 4 nights in one of the small casitas (#1) and our friends in another. Our host and hostess were very friendly and helpful. They have kayaks, paddle boards, and snorkeling gear. Very comfortable and beautiful setting!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Wonderful spot on the beach

Perfect location on a beautiful bay. Loved kayaking to the reefs to snorkel. There was no reason to leave. There was construction that we were unaware of but the manager made up for it and was very accommodating. Once the construction is over this place will be a gem!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Mary K.

Quiet, great beach and bay.

Quiet surroundings. Nice beach for swimming and snorkeling.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Miranda M.

Simple, charming, and perfect

The snorkeling off this beach is amazing; we have been back several times to enjoy the incredible undersea flora and fauna. If you're a strong swimmer, you can swim directly out to the reef, or take one of the many kayaks available on the property. Our casita was well stocked with essential kitchen equipment, simple but functional furniture, and steps from the beach. Luis, the caretaker, was welcoming and helpful, and the property is lovely and well maintained.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Goro M.

Perfect little property

We stayed here for a week and what a wonderful week it was. Luis and Annabel take very good care of the place and the rooms and grounds are very clean and up kept. The pool is small but very nice for 7am or 9pm dip. The beach and Solimon Bay are great!! The snorkeling is prime with so much to see in the water just a couple hundred yards out on the reef. We did have our refrigerator stocked with some items and that is a great service. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Abby K.

Beautiful Property with a beautiful bay steps from your door!

The studio apartment was not to difficult to find and was only about 20 min north from the town of Tulum. The apartment is small and the shower stall is small but it has everything you need. There are several windows outlinng the apartment with beautiful landscaping just outside with wonderful ocean breezes. The windows easily lock and the shades were easy to pull down for privacy. There is a small AC unit right above the bed for you to cool off if needed. There is a nice small outside table by front door for eating as well as a outside shower to rinse your self off before entering. The property manager, Luis and housekeeper were very attentive, friendly and helpful. The beach is literally 20 steps from your door step but is shared right in front of another house rental so you sort of feel like you are in their space but the people that were staying there were very gracious and sweet people. The bay is very calm and easy to snorkel and Kayak. We were able to see all variety of sea life. They have complimentary kayaks, paddle boards, life vests for you to use. There are two places to eat on the bay that are walkable. One is fancy dining and the other is a very causal outside restaurant. There is also a small store a few yards down to get beer and snacks.You have to try their coconut popsicles! The restaurant across the street on the road before you enter Solomon Bay is very good too, but not walkable. We felt safe and they even had a gas detecter in the apartment which gave us extra security. There was some remodeling going on the property during the day that was a bit noisy but you could not hear it from the beach. I would recommend this apartment for two people that do need a lot of frills and like peace and quiet. I would defiantly stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M., Katy,TX

Perfect weekend getaway

Casa Playa Maya is Tulum’s best kept secret. We absolutely loved the laid back vibe, the cozy studio apartment & the great shoreline. It was peaceful, relaxing & rejuvenating. It literally felt like we had the beach all to ourselves. Luis was an excellent host, he stocked our fridge w/ our grocery list, gave us great recommendations for restaurants nearby & even went out of his way to give us a ride to Oscar & Lalo’s. We enjoyed kayaking, walking on the beach, sunbathing, watching the pelicans hunt for their food & drinking copious amounts of cerveza, wine & tequila. We loved hanging out with Waldo, the resident beach dog. Would come back to this place in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A little piece of heaven

The most wonderful little gem ..unpretentious, spotless and beautiful in the most exquisite setting. Luis is a lovely person and he took the most excellent care of us. Cannot recommend this highly enough...
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

It was amazing!

Could not off expected anything better! Luis was very helpfull and the place was clean and had all the right amenities. I would highly recommend this place.

10/10 Excellent

Deana M., Grand Junction, CO, USA

Peaceful and relaxing

We really enjoyed our stay. I unfortunately caught some kind of cold virus on the airplane/traveling and so spent the first four days in bed but with the soft breezes, quiet atmosphere and ocean sounds, it was quite peaceful for healing, We liked that the beach was right in front of the property. The area is known as Soloman's Bay and it was ideal for snorkeling, kayaking and paddle boarding. We liked that Playa Maya was a way from the crowds of Tulum but only a short drive to get there for groceries, shopping and restaurants. We enjoyed meeting and visiting with other guests staying at the property. The onsite hosts, Luis and Annabelle were very pleasant and helpful; and Wendy the property manager along with the property owner were great at communicating with us. We hope to return!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Wonderful place to stay at Solomon bay

Beautiful beach, paddle boards and turtles! The hosts were very nice, the rooms were great!! We cooked in our kitchenette and ate by the beach! Will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

Perfect place for a couple to relax!!

We absolutely loved our stay at Casa Playa Maya and would highly recommend it! We love the personal touch of the caretakers, the wonderful beach and the nearby restaurant that you can kayak or walk to. Not a touristy area and that is exactly what we wanted. Super happy they have kayaks and paddle boards! Fantastic! Thank you for everything and we hope to return some day. Kind regards! Ann & Jaime
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

robert p.

Everything we needed and more!

Melissa and I spent 8 wonderful days at the Casa. The room was wonderful, we had great wireless and the view onto Soliman Bay was right out of a Corona beer commercial. The Casa provided SUP's, Kyacks and snorkle equipment. We spent days playing in the water, visiting the reef and just enjoying the weather under the palapa. Louis and Annebel couldn't have been nicer and they provided great recommendations for restaurants and things to do. They even arranged a Mayan Wedding Ceremony for us on the beach. We would definitely stay again and we plan to come back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura Z.

Beautiful property!

Our casita was exactly as pictured -- very clean and just steps away from the beach. We used the kayaks and snorkel gear to explore Soliman Bay and spent lots of time on the beach chairs. Luis and Annabel, the caretakers, do an amazing job. In addition to keeping the property in great shape, they helped us sort out taxis a few times and provided really good recommendations for activities and restaurants nearby. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

About the host

Hosted by Glynis Fleming

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We really want to share this amazing location with others and make memorable holidays and memories. Casa Playa Maya is located in pristine Bahia Soliman. It's a beautiful private beach in a protected bay. Unlike busy Tulum beach, our location is quiet with a beautiful sandy beach.

Entering the north end of Tulum Beach in town now comes with a fee for visitors.

When you rent with us your private beach is included...no need to pay to visit a busy commercialize beach. Just a few steps to the sandy beach, you can slide into your snorkel gear and experience amazing sealife. Jump into a kayak or onto a paddleboard and explore this calm turquoise bay. Its amazingly beautiful. All gear is included.

There are 2 restaurants on the bay and Tulum is only 15 minutes away if you want more shopping and restaurants.

We want our guests to come away feeling like they have truly had a vacation in a tropical paradise.

Why they chose this property

Soliman Bay remains the best kept secret on the Riviera Maya and we feel blessed to have discovered it and want to share it with you !

What makes this property unique

This is the polar opposite of an all inclusive resort. There are no crowds, but Tulum is close enough for some night life, great award-winning restaurants, mayan ruins and other attractions. Soliman Bay hosts only 48 properties and sits on the 2nd largest reef in the world. The beach and water have lovely white sand, the water is warm and aquamarine. Because the bay is uncrowded, guests can expect to see lots of sea life like sea turtles, rays, tropical fish, crayfish and more. Our community operates the Bahai-Soliman Turtle Protection Program and we hatch over 3000 baby turtles on the bay each year and it's climbing. These are only a few special things...the rest are you...when you visit.

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