The beaches in Tulum are beautiful, with pristine white sands and stunningly clear waters. And one of the nicest ways to enjoy them is to spend a day (or more!) at one of the many beach clubs in Tulum, where you can sample the local cocktails, enjoy delicious food and meet some of the many interesting people that flock to this relatively untouched part of Mexico.
In this article, I’m going to take a look at some of the best beach clubs in Tulum. All with idyllic beachfront locations, these bars offer great quality, good service, and truly unforgettable views.
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Hip Hotel Beach Club
Accurately describing itself as eco-chic, this is one of the most beautiful beach clubs in Tulum. Its white and turquoise decor looks stunning contrasted against the powdery sands and there are fun rope swings beside the bar to add to the nautical feel.
The best beach in the area is just 40 metres away so it is the perfect spot to chill out and admire the colors of the Mexican Caribbean. Lounge chairs and umbrellas are provided for your comfort and the bar serves a mixture of national and international drinks.
The resident DJ provides the soundtrack for your visit, usually made up of lounge house music, and if you want even more relaxation then you have access to the nearby hotel spa.
The facilities are basic but functional, with towels to rent and showers to use, plus WiFi available in the hotel lobby.
Ziggy’s Beach Club And Restaurant
If you can’t wait to get going in the morning, then this is one of the best Tulum beach clubs for you. Open daily from 7 am to 11 pm, it has direct access to Tulum Beach, with tables set up on the soft sand.
If you want to use the sun loungers lined beneath the palm trees or enjoy the entertainment in the billiards area then there is a minimum spend, although entry to Ziggy’s is otherwise free.
In addition to typical drinks like tequila and mezcal cocktails, food is served throughout the day, with delicious breakfast dishes and fresh seafood available.
There is daily entertainment, too, ranging from Spanish flamenco to wine tasting, so be sure to check the club’s website ahead of your visit. And should the sun get too much for you during the day, there are lots of shaded areas, plus indoor seating with AC.
Mia Restaurant And Beach Club
This may be the best beach club in Tulum for wine lovers, with more than 200 labels available from the area’s largest wine cellar! You need to meet a minimum spend of 20 USD, which allows you access to the comfy beach beds and onsite pool, but the prices of drinks here are very reasonable.
The decor is stylish and the club serves excellent, restaurant-quality food throughout the day. The menu includes lots of choices for vegetarians and vegans, too.
This is definitely a club with a laid-back, beach vibe – but when you need a break from the heat, you can head into the shaded indoor area where cushioned sofas are provided.
El Paraiso Restaurant And Beach Club
Open daily from 8 am, this lovely open-air restaurant is built ‘palapa’ style, meaning it is roofed with palm leaves and branches. It has lots of cool features, from its super comfortable oversized beach beds to some truly incredible food.
Menu choices are a nice mixture of traditional Mexican food and international dishes, ranging from small, tasty bites to sophisticated meals like fresh, local lobster.
The club’s location is perfect – close to the Tulum ruins and on one of the region’s very best beaches, Playa Paraiso. This is a great spot for snorkeling, or simply relaxing in the water with a cocktail from the bar!
Coco Tulum
This beach club has a fun, family-friendly vibe and is stunning to look at, with its all-white decor contrasting beautifully with the turquoise water lapping against the shore.
The bar swings make the perfect place to hang out as you sip on a drink, with lots of unique signature options to choose from. Be sure to try the Mr Coco, an irresistible mixture of Mexican whiskey, acquafaba, coconut milk, pineapple juice, lime juice, and corn syrup!
As the day wears on, Coco Tulum becomes less of a family club and more of a party spot, with good music and a lively atmosphere. But if you need something a little more chilled out, then there is a Zen Zone here too, offering yoga and meditation.
The Papaya Playa Project Beach Club
Recently refurbished and redesigned, this is one of the best beach clubs in Tulum to visit if you are looking for incredible views of Playa del Carmen.
The re-imagined space really makes the most of the beautiful scenery surrounding it and there is a delicious new menu that uses flavors and inspiration from both of Mexico’s peninsulas.
The cocktails here are superb, made with a combination of local fruits and herbs, and there are some great wines on offer, all signature pieces imported from small wineries.
Guest artists and resident DJs provide the sounds to entertain you throughout your visit and there is a large, shaded area where you can eat and drink in comfort when the heat becomes too much.
Mina
This is one of the newer hybrid Tulum clubs combining a well-stocked bar with a restaurant and is a sister venue to the Argentinian spot Casa Banana.
Uniquely decorated with touches of leather and wood, this bar welcomes everyone age 12 and over and offers an excellent menu – in particular the suckling pig that you can see roasting on the spit over the enormous open grill, along with a variety of steak and seafood.
The cocktail menu is equally impressive, offering Tango Long Island Iced Tea made with homemade root beer and Argentinean yerba maté.
Open daily from 7.30 am, Mina has a casual and friendly feel, plus it gives you a great view of the beach and ocean.
There is lots of space here, along with a mixture of private and communal tables, and designated ‘quiet’ sections. And should you need it, it’s good to know that fast Wifi is available too.
Ahau Tulum
Luxurious meets rustic at this upscale beachfront resort, designed with the environmentally-conscious traveler in mind. Its Instagram-worthy entrance is a work of art and there are daily activities to help you unwind, including meditations at sunrise and yoga lessons.
Open daily from 10 am, this is a pet-friendly club with a sophisticated vibe. Its restaurant – serving Mexican Caribbean-style food made with organic, locally sourced ingredients – overlooks the beach.
You can also enjoy vegan options and healthy drinks choices, such as the pressed juices at Raw Love Cafe. There are two new pools to be enjoyed as an alternative to the ocean, and live music throughout the day.
Taboo Tulum
Whereas most Tulum beach bars offer Mexican cuisine, Taboo features a Mediterranean menu. Some of the dishes are simply outstanding and include seafood served on wooden planks encrusted with salt and desserts covered with edible flowers and creative sugar sculptures.
Designed by an award-winning architect, the club is rustic yet stylish, with a resident DJ playing the latest sounds and a wide variety of wine, champagne, and artisan cocktails.
Multi-level decks give you exceptional views of the ocean and the atmosphere is both fun and relaxed.
Zazil Kin
The perfect option if you’re seeing Tulum on a budget, Zazil Kin offers free sunbeds if you spend just 200 pesos at the bar. Whilst still located on a beautiful stretch of beach, it is worth noting that this bar is in a public area, so it may not be quite as scenic as some of the private beaches.
Nevertheless, it is still a great spot in which to relax and it gives you a great view of the Tulum ruins. A playground on the attached hotel site provides somewhere for your children to play as you relax and the waters here are calm, making it an ideal spot for a family swim.
An a la carte menu is available with some delicious dining options and there are lots of opportunities to try out new watersports, with windsurfing, diving, and snorkeling all on offer nearby.
Staying In Tulum?
Make sure to book a stay in one of the best hotels in Tulum.
Best hostel: Straw Hat Hostel & Rooftop Bar
Best mid-range hotel: Hotel Boutique TerraNova
Best luxury hotel: Hotel Bardo – Adults Only
Glamping: Nativus Glamping
Final Thoughts On Tulum Bars
Nothing is quite as relaxing as a day on the beach at Tulum, one of Mexico’s most beautiful and captivating resorts.
With few public access points to the beachfront, visiting one of the beach clubs in Tulum is the best way to make the most of all that this tropical paradise has to offer.
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