Kuun Taak Tulum

The villa was spotless and beautiful, and we had an absolutely incredible vacation, one of our best in Tulum, Mexico. The area is under construction, but it didn’t get in our way. With a rental car, it was convenient for getting to centro and the beach strip. The water did get turned off from time to time, but the host responded quickly and turned it back on right away.

The meals were a real highlight. Don’t miss breakfast or dinner, even if you’re only there one night. Mane is a true culinary artist, and the food was among the best we’ve had in Mexico. Juan Carlos also gave us exceptional, personal service, which made a big difference, especially since the property had only recently changed hands. We stayed five nights in a charming villa that looked just like the promotional photos. It was very peaceful. Guests can use the rooftop jacuzzi and swimming pool, though we didn’t try either. The grounds are still being developed, and some areas need work. Getting there means bumping along an unfinished road with some pretty serious potholes. We drove it several times without trouble. There’s lots of free parking on site, a relief in the busy beach area. Kuun Taak Tulum is about 4 km, or a 10-minute drive, from the start of Tulum’s popular beach strip, where free parking is almost impossible to find. In central Tulum, you can sometimes find free parking both day and night. Kuun Taak Tulum earns five stars from me for its peaceful setting, excellent food and attentive management. There are minor drawbacks while development continues, along with that rough access road, but I’d recommend it to anyone after a quiet, indulgent escape.

We had a great stay, and I’d recommend the villas and come back. They’re comfortable, and the service is friendly. The food at the on-site restaurant was delicious, and the chef came over to chat with us. He’s a cool guy who clearly enjoys his work. I’m picky about coffee, so maybe I’m being a little harsh, but the cup I had was like gas station coffee or the free stuff at a reception desk, only this one wasn’t free. My family rented three villas. One room had no TV, just the installation and cables sticking out of the wall. The TV in another room didn’t work properly, while the third one was fine. The room without a TV was also missing a toilet seat. We didn’t report any of it or ask for repairs because it wasn’t a major inconvenience. This is a good place to chill, rather than somewhere for luxury and all that. You’ll need transport to reach the beach or Tulum town. The distances are technically walkable, but the roads are narrow with barely any room for pedestrians, so rent a car, bike or bicycle. I’m focusing on the things they could improve, but I really did have a great experience.

The staff are all fabulous, and it’s a great place to switch off and get fully into jungle life. It’s pretty remote, so you’ll ideally want transport. If that suits what you’re after, it’s ideal.