Tulum is a Mexican magic town, due to its nature is off the grid. Power is available by generators.Voltage supply is 110V as in the United States. The plugs are flat strips 2 or 3 bands (2 flat and round). If you are visiting from an European type outlet you will need an adaptor to plub your electronic devices.

All visitors require a valid passport to access the country. For more detailed information, visit Instituto Nacional de Migracion.

We ask that all of our guests purchase Travel Insurance, which is generally inexpensive but can really save a lot of emotional distress if an unforeseen event occurs. You should make sure that your Travel Insurance covers you for airline flight and accommodation cancellation due to hurricanes or other situations where flights are mandatorily cancelled. Of course you should also get coverage for accident, illness, medical evacuation and theft.

Most banks will change foreign currency and traveler’s checks during certain hours of the day — usually before 1:30pm. In addition, it should be easy to find “Casa de Cambio” that change foreign currency into pesos all day long and into the night. Quite often, the money exchange booth will give a slightly better than bank rate during banking hours but a less attractive rate when the banks are closed. For changing money in the bank, please take with you the passport together with a copy of it. Banks are open from 9 am to 4 pm from Mon-Fri. HSBC also on Saturdays morning.

ATMs in Tulum pueblo are dispensing Mexican Pesos. Please be aware there is a daily withdrawal limit at the ATM’s, currently $5000 pesos. Credit cards are not widely accepted in the area.

Tulum enjoys a tropical climate with a dry season (November – April) and a wet season (May – October).
January, February (winter) and March day temperatures usually sit between 75 – 80F (23 – 26C), however, cool off in the evenings with temperatures between 60 – 66F (16 – 19C). Wind factor can make temperatures seem cooler and long pants and light sweaters are recommended at this time of year.
May, June, July and August, our spring/summer months, see frequent rainfall, although more breaks in the rainfall in July and August, and although the temperatures are higher than other months, it is the humidity that makes day seem hotter 85F plus degrees (32C).

The official hurricane season is between September and November.

Summer or spring clothing, a sweater or jacket for cool evenings, especially in winter (November to March). During the rainy season it is advisable to bring a light raincoat and compact. For excursions to archaeological sites are a must practical and comfortable shoes. And for the beaches, take your swimming gear and snorkeling equipment.

Don’t forget to take a good biodegradable sun lotion with high screen and to apply it liberally.
Walking around in the sun, with few trees, can easily lead to sun burn. And the cool sea breeze may just take your mind off the sun until it is too late. Don’t forget the tip of the ears, feet and back of the knees and neck. They are specially painful and easily forgotten …

We suggest you purchase biodegradable repellent sprays to keep bite-free . They definitively appear at sunset and after dark. All our room doors and windows do have mosquito net.

We suggest you do not drink water from the tab, you provide you with daily complimentary bottled water in your room.

Pay attention, there are no lifeguards on the beaches in Mexico, be care while swimming.

Luna Llena Botique Hotel is proud to adhere to a philosophy of sustainable tourism, with low environment impact and eco-friendly practices, innovating some new ones, as well as a commitment for the development of the local community.

The best protection for your valuables is to leave most of them at home, especially expensive jewelry. Keep your valuables in the hotel safety deposit box.

There is a hospital in Tulum with he best-equipped facilities to attend any contingency or necessity. Hospital de Tulum count also with a well-provided pharmacy with 24 hours service. Or, you will find several pharmacies also in the town, open 24 hrs. Do not forget to ask for proof of the visit to the doctor for your insurance.

The artisan tradition of Mexico offers innumerable products. Also specific to the territory of some regions. Very wide variety of colorful and decorative objects, which are located both in the markets and in shops with an extraordinary abundance of handicrafts, hamacas, textiles, flowers, fruit and vegetables and art objects.

Most service employees in Mexico count on tips for the majority of their income, and this is especially true for bellboys and waiters. Generally it is estimated 15% of the total bill.

The highway from Cancun airport to Tulum is 307 –Carretera Federal Cancun Tulum. The route is an expressway, all the way south to Tulum, taking it leaving the airport, all the way through Playa del Carmen. When you reach the town of Tulum, on the very first traffic light turn left keep going east for 2.5 miles. At the rotonda make a right and go 3.5 miles south. Maria del Mar will be on your left and side.

PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION SERVICE FROM CANCUN AIRPORT

We can arrange a private transportation from Cancun airport to our hotel. You may contact our concierge desk with number of guests and flight information at info@mariadelmartulum.com

Depending on the time of your arrival the airport offers public transport: ADO buses almost doesn’t offer direct trips to Tulum, then you have to take the bus to Playa del Carmen and then change it to one that runs from Playa del Carmen to Tulum (Airport – Playa del Carmen 140 pesos … Playa del Carmen – Tulum 76 pesos)

Cancun Airport is the largest car rental location in the area with most of the major car rental companies located within the grounds of the airport (Avis, Hertz, Thrifty, Budget, etc.). After selecting your car, you will be required to purchase a Mexican car insurance.

We suggest that you make your car rental arrangements prior your trip. Otherwise, you may do so upon arrival to Cancun airport.