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Tulum-Boca Paila | Q. Roo, A.P. 179, Cancun 77780, Mexico
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Papaya Playa
Ranked #138 of 175 hotels in Cancun
3.0 of 5 stars 33 Reviews
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67 helpful votes 67 helpful votes
“Beautiful Location - Rustic Huts”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2005
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If you like rustic, this is the place for you. Gorgeous uncrowded white sand beach, with swaying palms. Perfect for swimming and snorkeling. We got an ocean front hut with a sand floor for $35/night. Shared bath that was new and clean with pretty mosaic tiling. No electricity, except for a generator in the evenings for some light. No real plumbing so there was a faint sewage smell around the bathrooms, which is very common for Mexico. There are a number of hammocks around the property perfect for lounging with a good book. The views are incredible from the bar, and the huts. Miles of blue water, blue sky, and white beach. Unlike many of the other places to stay farther down the road, we could ride bikes to the ruins at Tulum, the town of Tulum (excellent pizza at La Nave) as well as some Ceynotes (underground rivers where you can swim.) Located right next door to Cabanas Copal and many others are within walking distance for a variety of restaurants and bars to hang out in. Cabanas Copal is definitely a step up if you want your own bathroom. Highly recommend this uncrowded beautiful corner of Mexico away from all the high rise hotels and touristy areas of Cancun. 1 1/2 hour drive from Cancun airport.

  • Stayed March 2005
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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“Spitzen Location - aber die Berliner Crew ist so "cool", daß es schon fast weh tut!”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2012
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Rennes, France
1 review
“abus”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2011
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  • Stayed December 2010, travelled with family
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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“Dur - dur la cabane, patron requin, avide de pesos et non de clients satisfaits”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2007
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  • Stayed October 2007, travelled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
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Address: Tulum-Boca Paila | Q. Roo, A.P. 179, Cancun 77780, Mexico
Price range (per night):* INR1,390 - 11,116

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