Tulum is located south of Cancun on the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico's state of Quintana Roo. The entire Tulum area has a population of only 15,000 and the official languages are Spanish and Maya. Tulum is rich with history, eco-parks, pristine white sand beaches, turquoise Caribbean waters, and emerald green jungles.

Tulum is generally thought of as having three distinct regions. Tulum Archaeological Site on the cliffs overlooking the Caribbean Sea are a popular tourist destination and were one of the last cities built and inhabited by the Maya; the Tulum Beaches which are dotted with spas, eco-hotels as well as rustic cabana accommodations; and the Tulum pueblo which is a growning small town now with a variety of restaurants, bars, internet cafes, stores, economical hotels, tour operators and a gym. Tulum pueblo offers a Bohemian charm and an ease that Playa del Carmen has since outgrown... you won't find cruise ships docking along the Tulum beaches.

The distance between the town of Tulum, where Instituto Chac-Mool Spanish School is located, and the beach is less than 3 miles... an easy bike ride along a new bicycle, running and walking path or take a taxi for about $50 pesos for up to four persons. Plus the school will provide daily transport to the beach. Tulum is bicycle friendly and bike rental is available in Tulum by the day or by the week.

In addition to learning Spanish at Instituto Chac-Mool Spanish School, the Riviera Maya, Tulum, Akumal, and Playa del Carmen areas offers a wide variety of sights, outdoor activities and fabulous beaches. We've added links about the area to the right of this text.

Tulum Pueblo Hotels, Small Rentals, B&Bs

Most rates are for single and double occupancy (confirm rate with property owner) and some include breakfast and wifi. If you favor sustainable travel and green living we invite you to Google for accommodations as they are available in the eco-friendly Tulum area.

El Jardín de Frida Studios at $250-400 pesos, dormitorios at $150-250 pesos. Studios with kitchenettes.

Email Mr. Tulum for small affordable options, including a new efficiency apartment.

Pierre's Bed and Breakfast: Outside of the pueblo about a 10 minute walk, but good if on a tight budget~$33usd per night or $580usd per month.

Palapas Tulum B&B: Cabin or room, rates begin at ~$45usd per night.

Aerolito Bed & Breakfast: (original mayan cabin). Outdoor kitchen ~$44usd per night.

Secret Garden Hotel rates begin ~$40usd per night. Some with kitchenettes.

Villas H20 their triple room starting at ~$95usd makes this a good deal. Ask about a Chac-Mool student discount!!

Villas Geminis Condo Hotel rent by the night beginning at $95usd for a two bedroom condo. Ask about a Chac-Mool student discount!! Kitchens.

Rancho Tranquilo Hostel and Cabañas : we are told ~$600 pesos night with breakfast, slightly higher for cabañas. Email them to verify. Communal kitchen.

Hotel Latino rooms from ~$50usd per night.

Uolis Nah studios with a kitchen begin at $55usd.

Maison Tulum: Rates begin $60usd per night, check their specials page.

Lo Nuestro Petit Hotel: haven't found a website for this hotel, but can be reserved through LocoGringo. Rates begin $60usd per night.

Xibalba Hotel & Dive Shop weekly rates begin at $315usd.

Posada 06 Tulum rooms from ~$65usd per night.

Stone Tree Little Ceynot Cottage: $71 usd per night for one week minimum stay. Studios with kitchens.

Hotel Kin Ha: website starts with a blast of music ~ $70usd.

Posada Luna del Sur: bed and breakfast, room with refrigerator. Kitchen use available. ~ $70usd.

Casa Tulum: rates begin at ~$70usd. Full kitchen if renting whole house.

Posada Yum Kin Hotel: rates begin at $65usd per night.

Teetotum Hotel: rates begin at $90usd per night but winter rates at $140 make this a bit pricey. But a lovely hotel.

Residences Kohunlich Condo Hotel: email from their website for rates.

More Tulum Pueblo Vacation Rentals

Note: please do your own homework, we are not necessarily recommeding these rentals, but can tell you they are convenient to Instituto Chac-Mool Spanish School Tulum. Please contact us if you have other suggestions to add to this list.

Casa M. Tulum: 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom casita at ~$1000usd off season monthly rate.

Casa Tulum: whole home up to 8 persons begins at ~$130/night

Casa Maya: a gated community, 2 bedrooms begins at $895usd per week

Stone-built Home and Cottage: 3br/2ba House + 2 Cottage units can be rented separately. $500-$2000usd per week.

Villa Mimosa: 2br/3ba luxury villa in gated community. $1000-$1700usd per week.

Stone Tree Little Ceynot: 5 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms, Capacity: 14 but you can rent a portion of the home. $500-$2000usd per week. Cottage unit begins at $71usd per night.

Caax: suite with kitchenette for 4 people in Posada Yum Kin. Begins at $560usd per week.

Blueberry Condo Hotel: 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom luxury condo. Pet friendly. Begins at $840usd per week.

Casa Quatro: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms in gated community. Begins at $700usd per week.

Tulum Townhome: 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms with private courtyard. Begins at $886usd per week.

Tulum Apartment: 1 bedroom apartment in a private house. Begins at $350usd per week.

Casa Ik: House and bungalow for max of 6. House only begins at $700usd per week.