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The Yellow Nest

4.0 star property
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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Ecotours
Ecotours
Signature Room | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Carretera Federal Cancun - Tulum KM 124, Jacinto Pat, Parque Dos Ojos, Tulum, QROO, 77780
  • Xcacel Beach
    8 min walk
  • Restaurante Juanita
    10 min walk
  • Tulum Bus Terminal
    22 min drive
  • Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO)
    79 min drive

Room options

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Luxury Villa

Luxury Villa

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room

Signature Room

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Tulum

With a stay at The Yellow Nest in Tulum, you'll be in a regional park, within a 15-minute drive of Xel-Há Park and Pet Cemetery Cenote. .This lodge is 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from Tulum Mayan Ruins and 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Akumal Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Xcacel Beach - 8 min walk
  • Dos Ojos Cenote - 11 min walk
  • Cenotes Sac Actun - 10 min drive
  • Xel-Há Park - 13 min drive
  • Soliman Bay - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Kukulkan - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Arlequin - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Vela Sur - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Piscis snack bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Los Corales - ‬17 min drive

About this property

The Yellow Nest

Lodge in Tulum with free breakfast and spa services
The Yellow Nest offers 20 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. This lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of The Yellow Nest, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
The Yellow Nest has a restaurant on site.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 1 restaurant

Things to do

  • Free bike hire
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private picnics
  • Spa services
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Towels

More

  • Chef

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 13 are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of MXN 2000 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

The Yellow Nest Lodge
The Yellow Nest Tulum
The Yellow Nest Lodge Tulum

The Yellow Nest Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 99 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Yellow Nest far exceeded my expectations. The communication prior to arrival, the ambience and beauty of the location, and the impeccable service from staff made my stay at the Yellow Nest the best overnight night experience I have ever had. I can’t speak highly enough to the care and attention received from all staff but especially Sam and Miguel. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was the BEST place to stay at if you’re looking for seclusion and quiet. This hotel is away from all the tourist areas. In the middle of the jungle. Extremely quiet and luxurious at the same time! The villas were perfect size and had everything we needed. The private pool and area outside was perfect for myself and my daughter. The star of the visit was the staff, especially Luis Miguel. He was extremely helpful, attentive, knowledgeable and extremely patient. He was amazing and given it was just me and my daughter he helped to make us feel comfortable and safe. I’d definitely recommend this place! I already can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Lee

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You need to contact the property 24 hours prior to confirm that you’re coming. Otherwise they will assume you will not show up. They will not reach out to you. I tried to call them to let them know we were coming in late and no one picked up. This is one of those Instagram vs reality situations. Room was beautiful but dirty. Of course this is in the middle of the jungle so expect bugs and spiders creeping everywhere. Sheets and pillows smelled so bad, like sweat. All pools were dirty. The pool bed in our villa was wet and smelly. In the morning when I talked to the staff, he smelled like alcohol and he couldn’t walk straight. This could have been a wonderful experience and I was really looking forward to it only to be disappointed. For the price you pay, it’s not worth it. Hopefully they train their staff better and maintain the property like they advertise.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for couples!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at the Yellow Nest for 5 nights. Staff was amazing and very attentive. We were a group of four 4 girls and felt completely safe. They provided transportation when we wanted to escape downtown, and recommended amazing cenotes. I would recommend to stay a max of 3-4 nights because the property is deep in the jungle. And bring a lot of insect repellent. Other than that everything was good and Josi, Ossi, Miguel, and so many other people made this trip a time to remember.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shreya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service was exceptional. Right from when we arrived until we departed, we were provided with so much attention at any minute of the day and night. My company and I are vegetarian , the chef Julio, made us really good vegetarian authentic mexican food. Besides that, Miguel provided us with such a nice tour of the Taak Bi ha cenote and the Manager Ernesto was really accomodating and provided us with every service possible. The villa was astonishingly beautiful. Our stay at the Yellow Nest was the highlight of our trip and I highly highly recommend visiting it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mateo

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are bugs lol but it’s a beautiful place and we enjoyed our stay! They all were so nice and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

james, BEDFORD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great people. Amazing food. 4 cenotes on the same road.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful property set in the jungle. Gorgeous pools and grounds! Easy to get to local cenotes and they were fantastic!! Nic Te Ha and Taak Bi Ha was a wonderful introduction to cenotes! We had Nic Te Ha to ourselves for an hour! It was lovely!! Very friendly staff, but there was a mix up in communication and we never had our floating breakfast. Next time!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

manil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at Yellow Nest Tulum, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The location is perfect, nestled in a tranquil part of Tulum, yet close enough to explore the vibrant town and beautiful beaches. The rooms are beautifully designed with a perfect blend of modern amenities and natural elements, creating a serene and comfortable atmosphere. The staff at Yellow Nest Tulum went above and beyond to ensure our stay was memorable. They were incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and always available to assist with any needs or questions. The on-site amenities, including the stunning pool and delicious restaurant, added to the overall experience, making it a true paradise. I especially appreciated the attention to detail in every aspect of the property, from the lush landscaping to the thoughtful touches in the rooms. It's evident that the team takes great pride in maintaining a high standard of service and quality. I highly recommend Yellow Nest Tulum for anyone seeking a relaxing and luxurious getaway. It's a hidden gem in Tulum that exceeded all my expectations. Five stars all the way!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is great if you are wanting to relax and unplug from the world in a calming atmosphere. The staff is very accommodating to all needs and the food/drinks are amazing! Samuel was a delightful concierge and made sure we were well taken care of and that all was arranged for our airport transfer. Do take note this place is a good ways from downtown. To visit the hotel district/main beach road of Tulum would require a taxi when leaving the park which can be rather expensive. They do have free bike rentals to use to visit the surrounding Cenotes however the road is very rocky and it is better to walk it. Only AC at night in the villas. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana Ivette

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely love the Yellow Nest. The place is paradise in the middle of the jungle! Everything is amazing, from the pools, the food, the rooms and especially the staff! The staff are some of the most amazing we’ve ever encountered. They always go above and beyond to make sure we have an incredible stay. We especially love Javier he’s amazing! Also, the new consierge Samuel is amazing! Thank you both for an incredible stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reenu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff, 10/10 service, but this place is on the off roads - far from anything at all. but super relaxing and cute
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Himanshu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic quite and nature getaway. Excellent staff and service. Great food at the onsite restaurant and complimentary services like Yoga and Temazcal. Access to wonderful cenotes and close to Tulum.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful! We had a great stay. It truly is a hidden gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I stayed for 2 nights and we LOVED it. Beautifully designed and maintained, it’s hidden away in the jungle and promotes relaxation and calm. The staff were excellent, kind and caring, the food first class and the overall ambience like nothing we’ve experienced before. Both pools were breathtaking and the local cenotes are incredible. We’ve already urged our friends to visit and would stay here again in a heartbeat. 5* from us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the best stay me and my wife ever had. The staff was next level. Amazing and unique experience!! Luis was a leader and did an excellent job leading the temezcal. Brandon, Javier, Jorge, Yaz were so attentive and so were the other staff. Food and drinks by the chef was next level. Overall the best experience possible. Thank you team! Fue la mejor estancia que mi esposa y yo tuvimos. El personal estaba al siguiente nivel. ¡¡Experiencia increíble y única!! Luis era un líder e hizo un excelente trabajo liderando el temezcal. Brandon, Javier, Jorge, Yaz fueron muy atentos y senti como si fueran familia, al que el resto del personal. La comida y las bebidas del chef eran el siguiente nivel. En general, la mejor experiencia posible. ¡Gracias equipo!

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Temazcal una experiencia única !
Enamorada de este lugar ! Es un paraíso donde te conectas con la naturaleza , comida deliciosa, trato el lugar todo es excelente ! Pero lo que más recomendaría es el temazcal si quieres tener una experiencia única , fue algo para mi tan especial que sentí que libere todo mis sentimientos de tristeza, estrés y todo eso que necesitamos dejar ir . Miguel es la persona que se encarga del temazcal se los súper recomiendo no lo dejen de hacer y terminenlo sumergiéndose al agua eso me ayudó muchísimo ! Quisiera estar ahí de nuevo .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaSandra, Arlington

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is wonderful and the staff is excellent and welcoming. Thank you to Arturo, Javier, Luis, Gaby and everyone else involved in making this place an amazing birthday and personal experience. Look forward to coming back here and visiting again. Our absolute favorite place to visit in TULUM!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Nikki

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of insects, not clean room and sheets. Very far hotel and to be honest it’s not a hotel is more like a hustle. Very bad service even the room didn’t have lock. Not safe area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Aakash

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose, Redondo Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Yellow Nest is a unique hotel with a lot of character. The staff was excellent from the moment we arrived. We thought the grounds were creatively decorated and the architecture of the huts were also nice to see. While the huts without A/C don't offer the modern convenience, they nevertheless have the rest of the conveniences and the ability to have a unique stay. We enjoyed the cenote tours with Luis Miguel who was an excellent and kind tour guide! The cenotes in the area are incredible and some of the best experiences we had during our entire trip. We would recommend this hotel to anyone who is looking to venture outside the normal path and have a great story to share with the staff and to tell to friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023