Our friends threw a birthday celebration/3 day concert at Zamas Hotel and Resort in Tulum. I can not imagine a more beautiful setting, a more accommodating staff or a better value than our group experienced at Zamas. Our group took over the entire resort; my wife and I were lucky enough to stay at the Casa Vijello (I'm not sure if that particular property is typically available for rental). The owners are wonderful people who welcomed our admittedly strange band of merry-makers with open arms and warm hearts. I look forward to returning to Zamas...I'm sure it will feel like seeing an old friend.

Stayed at Zamas with my husband and teenage daughter. From first sight we knew it was exactly what we needed. The fresh-air restaurant was brightly colored & whimsically decorated, staff was extremely friendly. The food was the best in town. Great mojitos and margaritas too! Our beach front bungalow was absolutely perfect. No air conditioner but with the ocean breeze and overhead fan we stayed very comfortable. It was amazing to wake up each morning with my husband and watch the sun rise over the water. Live music every night by very talented artists that was enjoyable to all ages. My daughter told us that when she gets married Zamas will be the destination.

I'm not one to complain but after 4 nights I just got frustrated,I have never written a trip advisor review before but I was forced 2, it was one problem after another. First I was promised a room with a ocean view received nothing of the sort. Got a room on the otherside of the resort itself, away from all facilities and unsafe seaweed riddled beach. I had to cross a dangerious main road to get to there. No wifi, no tv and limited hot water and lighting in the room, so it's very dark and u pay top dollar for this. Food in the restaurant is average, the female manager was not sympathic to our needs. It doesn't end here bugs, geckos, Mosquitos and cockroaches live here in abundance. In 4 nights I killed 5 cockroaches. Don't be fooled I wouldn't want anyone else going through this on there vacation that's why I had to write this.

The cabanas are beautiful and comfortable with gorgeous tiled bathroom. I loved the quirkiness of the place very much. Yes, the electric was off in the night and the water pressure wasn't super, but you knew you were in Mexico and not in some cookie-cutter motel room anywhere in the world. The food at the restaurant was outstanding and the wait staff friendly and efficient. The beach is lovely with some large rocks to climb on. The sound of the surf can be heard from your bed and you get glimpses of it, as well. Loved it! Not for everyone-you need to be the type that enjoys boutique type of accommodations with distinctive flair.