XELA Tulum

The place

A former private home on the Tulum beachfront, opened up until indoors and outdoors stop being separate ideas. Earthy shades and textured materials carry the cool, rustic mood through every open-air space.

Twelve suites, each designed on its own terms. Red chukum walls set the tone, joined by bespoke wooden furniture and breezy textiles. Some add a private balcony, a freestanding bathtub, and the ocean holding still beyond.

Two outdoor pools face that same uninterrupted water. There is also a scenic rooftop, a fitness center, a spa, and a private beach — and beyond the gate, Sian Kaan Safari and Muyil Adventure for the days you wander.