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Wakax Hacienda

3★

Wakax Hacienda is a 3-star resort in Tulum with 100 rooms; typical rates from about $85 a night.

About

Wakax Hacienda sits inland between Tulum and Cancún, in Balam Canche — which means you're away from the beach but surrounded by jungle and cenotes. The setup here is hacienda-style, leaning into the old Yucatán colonial aesthetic with thick walls, tile work, and open courtyards. It's quieter and cheaper than the coastal resorts, and the appeal is straightforward: you use it as a base for cenote hopping, ruins, and day trips without paying Hotel Zone rates. The property skews rustic. Expect fans over air conditioning in some rooms, natural materials, and a pool that's more for cooling off than lounging all day. It works if you're spending most of your time out exploring and just need a clean, atmospheric place to sleep. If you want turn-down service and ocean views, this isn't it.

At a glance

Area: Tulum
Star rating: ★★★☆☆
Typical nightly: $85
Beach access: shuttle
Kid-friendly: ●●●○○
Party score: ●○○○○
Walkability: ●●○○○
Rooms: 100
Casino: –
Swim-up: –
Kids' club: –
All inclusive: –
Vibe: rustic
quiet
jungle
colonial
budget

Sargassum: heavy in season

Inland property; shuttle to Tulum's east-facing Caribbean beaches which experience heavy seasonal sargassum May–October.

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