The Depth of Beauty
Our Resort near Popular Cenotes in Tulum
Dive right in to the natural swimming holes near our resort
The cooling waters of Tulum’s local cenotes are a dream escape from Tulum’s jungle heat. These magical natural pools were spiritually revered by the Mayans and are now top attractions for travelers (the Yucatan Peninsula has the largest number of cenotes in the world). Whether you’re in the mood for snorkeling, diving, swimming or just lounging by the water and taking in the gorgeous vista in front of you, there’s a cenote to match your preferences. And if you simply can’t decide, check out a cenote tour and visit a few.
CENOTE CALAVERA
Named for the skull-like figure formed at the bottom of the rocky roof, this semi-open cenote is for more adventurous spirits. Favored by diving enthusiasts, it’s home to various species of fish as well as stalactites and stalagmites. Life jackets and snorkeling equipment are available to rent.
Open: Daily, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Price: $300 MXN
Distance from hotel: 3.5 km, 12 min by bike, 8 min by car
CENOTE CRISTAL AND ESCONDIDO
These two open-air cenotes are just across the road from one another. Perfect for swimming and snorkeling under the gentle gaze of local iguanas, they’re ideal for a relaxing afternoon. Cenote Cristal even has hammocks in case you crave a little siesta.
Open: Daily, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Price: $120 mxn
Distance from hotel: 6 km, 20 min by bike, 15 min by car
GRAN CENOTE
Gran Cenote is one of Riviera Maya’s most beautiful cenotes for swimming, and perhaps one of the most popular in all of Mexico. A series of cenotes connected by wooden walkways, its crystal clear waters allow swimmers to view fish without a snorkeling mask.
Open: Daily, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Price: $300 mxn
Distance from hotel: 5.5 km, 18 min by bike, 10 min by car
CENOTE ZACIL – HA
With an indigenous name that means “clear water” this stunning cenote is ideal for swimming and snorkeling, though certified divers may seek out the Las Lágrimas cave chamber where you can view stalactites shaped like water drops. Cenote Zacil-Ha is surrounded by a full eco-tourism center that features parking, a restaurant and other amenities.
Open: Daily, 11:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 mxn
Distance from hotel: 9.8 km, 30 min by bike, 15 min by car
OTHER TOP CENOTES
- Cenote Corazón Del Paraíso
- Cenote Carwash
- Casa Cenote o Manatí
- Laguna Kaan L’uum
- Cenote Taak Bi Ha
- Cenote Dos Ojos & The Bat Cave
- Cenote Cristalino
- Cenote Chac Mol
- Cenote Chikin Ha
- Cenote Tak Be Ha
- Cenote Choo-Ha