The Waves Tulum Hotel: from $45 for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)

From $45 total for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults at The Waves Tulum Hotel on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 1, 2026.

The Waves Tulum Hotel is a 4-star apartment-style hotel inland, not a beach resort in Tulum, Mexico.

Address: Avenida Kukulkan, Tulum. Property ID: 1245232. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/tulum/the-waves-tulum-hotel-1245232

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/tulum/the-waves-tulum-hotel-1245232/2026-11-21/2-adults

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1 night

Total price: $45 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.

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2 nights

Total price: $90 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-23 · 2 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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3 nights

Total price: $135 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-24 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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4 nights

Total price: $180 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-25 · 4 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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5 nights

Total price: $225 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-26 · 5 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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6 nights

Total price: $270 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-27 · 6 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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7 nights

Total price: $315 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-28 · 7 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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8 nights

Total price: $360 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-29 · 8 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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9 nights

Total price: $405 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-30 · 9 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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10 nights

Total price: $450 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-01 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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11 nights

Total price: $495 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-02 · 11 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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12 nights

Total price: $540 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-03 · 12 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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13 nights

Total price: $585 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-04 · 13 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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14 nights

Total price: $630 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-05 · 14 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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#9 of 9 hotels in La Veleta & Region 15 by Axel's take. La Veleta & Region 15 is #4 of 7 places to stay in Tulum. The best hotels in La Veleta & Region 15, ranked · Where to stay in Tulum

Axel's take: 6.6/10

Generous space and pools, but upkeep makes this a cautious pick. a 4-star apartment-style hotel inland, not a beach resort, scored for what it is.

The Waves is a 4-star apartment-style hotel inland, with studios, larger apartments and selected private plunge pools. We'd consider it for space and self-catering rather than polished resort service. Overall ratings remain respectable—Booking.com shows 7.9 and Expedia 8.2—and satisfied guests praise roomy accommodation, quiet surroundings and the gym. Google reviews from early 2026 also describe enjoyable pools and comfortable stays.

The catch is inconsistent upkeep: Expedia, Tripadvisor and partner-site reviews repeatedly mention dirty linens, damp smells, poorly maintained pools or broken fittings. The rough, potholed access road makes this a poor choice for a walking-focused stay. A February 2026 guest also reported closed poolside food-and-drink service; confirm availability before booking. We'd skip it for a special occasion or dependable four-star service, and clarify breakfast inclusions and payment currency beforehand.

• Best for: self-caterers prioritizing space; travelers with their own transport

• Watch out for: inconsistent cleaning and maintenance; rough access road and inland location; breakfast and payment-currency disputes

• Location: Inland, away from the beach; guests repeatedly describe a badly potholed approach road.

• Rooms: Studios and apartments offer useful space; private pools depend on category, and kitchen supplies can be incomplete.

• Cleanliness: Positive reports coexist with recurring complaints about linens, dampness, kitchenware and pool cleanliness.

• Service: Some guests praise warm, helpful staff; others describe unhelpful responses when problems arise.

• Amenities: Multiple pools and a gym are strengths; poolside food-and-drink service was reported closed in February 2026.

• Fees and surprises: Confirm breakfast coverage and settlement currency: guests report basic included breakfasts, extras and unfavorable exchange-rate calculations.

Axel's opinion of The Waves Tulum Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Tripadvisor · wanderlog.com · en.planetofhotels.com · Hotels.com. Reviewed Oct 22, 2026.

About The Waves Tulum Hotel

• Property type: Hotel
• 4-star hotel
• Avenida Kukulkan, Tulum
• Guest rating: 4.0/5 on Google from 572 reviews (location 4.4/5)
• Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Tulum ADO Terminal Autobuses: 16 min walk · Aeropuerto Internacional de Tulum Felipe Carrillo Puerto: 38 min by taxi · Cozumel International Airport: 128 min by taxi · Paradise Beach: 16 min by taxi
• Hotel policies: Cot: free; Pets: free
• Amenities: Outdoor pool, Hot tub, Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Fitness center (free), Sauna, Spa, Self parking (free), Airport shuttle (extra charge), Local shuttle, Pet-friendly, Dogs allowed, Wi-Fi (free), Kitchen in some rooms
• Check-in from: 15:00
• Check-out by: 12:00
• City page: Hotels in Tulum

Room types

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Source: ETG room descriptions.

Deluxe Penthouse Apartment

• Deluxe Penthouse Apartment — room photo 1
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1 Bedroom Deluxe Private Plunge Pool Apartment

• Bedrooms: 1
• 1 Bedroom Deluxe Private Plunge Pool Apartment — room photo 1
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• 1 Bedroom Deluxe Private Plunge Pool Apartment — room photo 3

Deluxe Penthouse Studio

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Deluxe Studio with balcony

• Room features: Balcony
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Deluxe Private Plunge Pool Studio

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• Deluxe Private Plunge Pool Studio — room photo 3

Classic Studio

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Classic Studio with balcony

• Room features: Balcony
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Classic Private Plunge Pool Studio

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