Akumal translates to “Place of the Turtle” in the Mayan language and if one were to swim in the azure waters, he might just spot one. Akumal in Mexico attracts turtles, which would be a snorkeler’s delight. Akumal is a coastal resort which is located on Mexico’s Riviera Maya, on the Yucatán Peninsula. It has white sands, a beautiful reef, and warm waters which is home to a large variety of marine life. Along with its attractive marine biodiversity, Akumal also has countless all-inclusive resorts or rentals when it comes to accommodations. For every tourist, it’s important to choose an ideal home away from home, whether it’s a long-term rental or a weekend luxury getaway. That’s why we’ve taken it upon ourselves to do the leg work and compile a list of top accommodations. Keep scrolling to learn about and book the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Akumal, Mexico.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.
1. Voguish contemporary home (from USD 156)
Discover this vibrant and beautifully decorated Airbnb accommodation in Akumal, Mexico. This townhouse in the Tao Ocean community offers a serene escape. Relax on the private patio overlooking lush greenery or take a short stroll to the nearby beach. Embracing Mexico’s culture, the house is adorned with local crafts and furnishings inspired by Frida Kahlo. Additionally, enjoy the benefits of a fully equipped modern kitchen and a comfortable air-conditioned living room.
While here, you can indulge in fresh seafood at Jungle Fish Beach Club or find inner peace with complimentary daily yoga classes at Tao Wellness Center.
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wi-fi extensions are inexpensive and they work greatac and fans make it easy to feel comfortablethe house cooled down pretty quickly with the air conditioningdue to the natural ventilation you will not need use the a/cthe apartment has all the amenities we needed and we loved all of the outdoor spaces as wellCleanliness:
it was extremely comfortable and cleanit was also very clean and was also stocked with all the necessities you could needamazing area with lisa's clean contemporary home to come back to and relaxthe rooms terraces and kitchen are very clean and perfectly equipped with all you needHost:
the host is friendly and responsiveeveryone was very accommodating and courteouslisa and her staff were amazing very attentivethe security guards were there around the clock and were very helpfuli am sure the hosts will be responsive and will take care of itRead more reviewsLocation:
terrific place about 15 to 20 minute walk away from turtle baybeautiful home in a lovely locationsuch a great place the location is amazing especially with the jungle fish restaurant a 3 minute walk awayamazing place and location super close to the beach great beds fully equipped easy check in and outeasy walk into akumal bay
2. Luxurious condo with plenty of entertainment options (from USD 190)
Indulge in the exquisite charm of this newly built two-floor condo for rent in Akumal, Mexico. It offers breathtaking views of the expansive jungle and is mere steps from the beach. Spanning over 1,410 sq. ft. (130.99 sq m) of space, this fully air-conditioned sanctuary boasts a designer kitchen equipped with modern appliances to cater to your needs. There’s also a quartz island that offers plenty of space for gathering with loved ones. For entertainment, enjoy the convenience of two smart TVs and high-speed Wi-Fi.
Delight in the luxury of a private patio with a hot tub, a grill for culinary delights, and sun-soaked chaise lounges. You’ll also have access to the communal pool, rooftop terraces, gym, yoga area, and beach club.
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new construction with comfy beds nice furniture and ice-cold air conditioning if you need itthe pools at the resort are really cleanRead more reviewsHost:
property manager was super helpful with instructions and responsivejose is a great hostfriendly locals and within minutes drive of local restaurants
3. A cozy condo with a dream terrace (from USD 218)
If you book this cosy accommodation, an amazing terrace that offers a 180-degree view of the ocean can be yours. Whether you want to relax to the sound of the waves or sip your morning coffee, you can do it on the terrace.
What’s more, the long-term rental in Akumal, Mexico, is so spacious that it provides plenty of space for up to eight people. Facilities offered include three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a kitchen with all the necessary appliances and utensils to cook your favourite meals, and an open living room.
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the views and pool were outstandingfantastic spacious apartment with great sea viewbeautiful condo great location and the amenities pool and terrace are litcable tv reception was really good; wifi was iffythe pool was just wonderful and had a speculator viewCleanliness:
very spacious and clean condothe flat is very clean a spacious and quietgloria kept the place spotless and the beds were very comfortablewe were very impressed by both how clean and well-equipped the unit wasthe casa was clean and very roomy for 5 peopleHost:
edna is a wonderful hostedna was a great host and very responsive to questionsstaff was very friendly and edna answered any questions we have very quicklyedna is a wonderful host and responded quicklyfrequent maid service was very nice everyone was so helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great restaurants are within walking distancecondo is in a great locationwalking distance to the beautiful beachnice restaurants are walking distance awaythe location is as good as it gets
4. Beautiful Akumal studio (from USD 110)
Welcome to this gorgeous property located just steps away from the Half Moon Bay beach. If you are a water enthusiast, this Airbnb rental near the beach in Akumal is your place to be. Close to this property, you will get the opportunity to snorkel with sea turtles, swim in the Bay and engage in water sports like paddle boarding and kayaking. The unit itself is fully equipped with the modern amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The kitchen is also fully equipped so guests can make simple meals at home. The studio consists of a spacious main room with a comfortable king-size bed, air conditioning, TV and free Wi-Fi. There is also a sofa bed which can be pulled out to make a bed. Beach towels and a cooler are also provided in the unit.
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excellent wifi connection tv with dvd playerthe a/c worked great; it ran quiet and adjusted the temp quicklythe room is quiet comfortable with fantastic and high quality amenitiesthe space is perfect with a comfy bed and nice kitchenthe kitchen is well-equipped and the bath is very niceCleanliness:
steve's place is very clean and quieta nice perk was that every day someone cleaned the place and it was spotlessthe apartment is very clean and very modernthe girls cleaned our unit like it was their ownthe condo was great clean and quietHost:
very helpful host and office personnel on sitethe staff from green eyes management were all friendly and helpfulthe staff were so helpful and friendlythe staff here were all wonderfulpeople were friendly and graciousRead more reviewsLocation:
great location on half moon bayexcellent location on half moon baythe location is excellent right in north akumal a short walk to restaurants snorkeling shoppingthere is great restaurant and convenience stores just a short walk awaygreat apartment great location and great place akumal
5. Tropical haven in Akumal (from USD 182)
This is a beachfront accommodation located close to the beautiful waters of Akumal. There are 2 bedrooms and up to 6 people can be accommodated here. The apartment is located within a private, gated community. The kitchen is fully equipped and consists of all the appliances needed for cooking simple meals. Air conditioning is available throughout the property. Recreational amenities like boogie boards, snorkel equipment and kayaks are available on the premises. Guests can walk up to the rooftop and enjoy the stunning views offered.
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the two bedrooms have very good air conditionersgreat place great view from the kitchenwe northerners (from wa state and ontario) were especially grateful for the excellent air conditioning in the bedroomswho needs all-inclusive? we enjoyed cooking in the kitchen and on the grillthe condo is spacious the beds very comfortable and the a/c worked greatCleanliness:
very clean great soft bedsthe bathrooms are also clean and well-maintainedoverall the place is clean spacious and well-organizedthe house was ok but they forgot to clean some corners and everything is just a little bit oldthe place was decorated beautifully and very cleanHost:
she was extremely kind helpful and communicativenancy is a perfect hostnancy and alaina are terrific hosts who were very responsive to questionsthank you to nancy and to her daughter alaina for being so attentive to us as gueststhe home is in a gated complex with very friendly guards so we felt very safeRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location on the bachfantastic place the location is magicwonderful location on the watergreat location right on the beachthe location of nancy's place is amazing
6. Simple clean studio across beach (from USD 73)
This is a ground floor studio with a private patio in the backyard. The apartment is located on the Half Moon Bay in North Akumal. The property is within walking distance to places like Yalku lagoon and Akumal Bay beach. There are several amenities which are provided in the property. These include essentials like bed linen, drinking water, free Wi-Fi and daily maid service. Although there are no air conditioners in the unit, there are ceiling fans. The kitchen in the apartment is fully equipped and comes with appliances like cooking stove, blender and microwave. Up to 2 guests can be accommodated comfortably.
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the wifi worked great though kyoko’s library of local literature offers plenty for readers looking to unplugthe shower is great we love all of the nature sounds and sitting/lounging out backthe apartment itself was modern with a beautiful backyard where you can just unwindwe prepared breakfast and lunch and two dinners in our kitchen which was well suppliedfans windows with screens and slants for a great breezeCleanliness:
the condo was very clean and comfortablecleaned every other day which was very nicebut inside the apartment is well maintained clean and comfortablethe place was really clean and had a nice open feelclean well equipped and well locatedHost:
the receptionists at la joya were very helpful and answered our questionsthe staff and security guard at la joya were very nicethe staff was very friendly and helped us with all of our needsreception helpful with local tipskyoko was very helpful in answering any questions we had prior to our arrivalRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is so greatgreat place in a great locationgreat location right next to the beach and walking distance to two great restaurantsthis was a great place with a nice location that was very close to beachloved the birds in the area too and being close to jungle vegetation
7. Beautiful and cosy space in paradise (from USD 61)
This is a studio apartment within the Luna Azul condo and comes with free parking. The property is located in the heart of the Half Moon Bay in Akumal and is literally a stone’s throw away from the white sandy beach. This beach is highly conducive for snorkeling and guests can have easy access to the warm waters. Enjoy the rhythm of the water along with the warm breeze of the Caribbean Sea. The property can sleep up to 4 people across the 2 queen-size beds. The unit is comfortable and the amenities are top-notch. Guests get to enjoy free access to Netflix, a private bath and a fully equipped kitchen which comes with a microwave, refrigerator, small electric oven and so on. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property. The apartment is conveniently located and is within walking distance to several restaurants. Come experience for yourself the charm of this property.
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it is cute and bright and the air conditioning worked greatvery comfortable amenities at the place especially the filtered waterthe place had a safe works fine tv seems ok however it’s connected to internetbed mattresses are nice and the firmer sidethe place is exactly as described a bright studio with bathroom kitchenette and 2 queen bedsCleanliness:
room was clean and brightit is clean perfect for two friends traveling togetherthe place was cleanthe whole area is upscale and cleanthe casita was clean and had everything we neededHost:
the staff at the complex was lovelyshe answered any questions we had promptly and the on site management staff was friendly and knowledgeableshe has good back up staff as wellthe management team that showed us in is amazing welcoming and helpfultotally available and helpful manager icelaRead more reviewsLocation:
within walking distance of a nice restaurantgreat restaurants super closethe location is terrific and very peacefulgood location and cozy place to staygreat location smooth check in and check out
8. Beautiful studio in Akumal (from USD 59)
This is yet another unit within the Luna Azul condo which can comfortably sleep up to 4 people. The whole apartment is available for rent and comes with fully equipped amenities. The unit is clean and comes with 2 queen-size beds. Streaming facilities are available for guests and they can get free access to Netflix. There is also a private bath area, air conditioning throughout and free Wi-Fi. The kitchen is fully equipped with appliances needed for guests to make simple meals. Additionally, there is a breakfast bar and daily housekeeping services. Guests can enjoy beach towels which are provided in the unit.
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the air conditioning and wifi worked very wellwifi didn’t work the best but overall had a wonderful relaxing staythe room also had a roku so it was easy to watch something in englishtwo double-beds nice little kitchen area good bathroom great acthe casita is kept clean and air conditioning goodCleanliness:
clean and comfortable casitanice clean and cozy placeclean (cleaning was done every day) and well-equippedthe area felt “local ” clean and safethe casita is very clean comfortable with a great little kitchenHost:
the staff was incredibly nicefriendly and responsive staffbernice was very responsive and helpfulthe management company was very friendly and made sure we were taken care of upon arrivalfrom the moment we confirmed our reservation berenice provided very helpful quick communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely walk to snorkeling spot easy walk into towngreat location right in the middle of half moon bay in north akumala lovely place in a beautiful locationthis is a nice location and a good dealthe place is super cute
9. Akumal natural bungalow 1 (from USD 65)
This bungalow is merely a kilometre (0.6 mile) away from Akumal Bay which is world renowned for its turtles and the nesting season. Within the property, guests can make use of the cenote to refresh themselves during the hot days. To top it, guests can attend daily yoga classes. What better way to stay fit while on a holiday. There are stunning views from all around the property and it is close to several restaurants and cafes.
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there is a fan but it wasn’t completely effectivemy only "warning" is that only a light sweet breakfast provided not savory or protein richa frequent cold shower or dip in the cenote was available and welcomedyoga is offered in the morning and a light breakfast with fresh fruit toast juice and coffeethe tents are very cute and comfortable they each have their own little patio with tables and chairsCleanliness:
clean and comfortablethe tents are very clean and well equippedthe tents were clean quiet and privatefair price clean and incredible hospitalityit was as clean and comfortable as could be for staying in the jungleHost:
very friendly and helpful staffthe staff is very friendly and accommodatingthe staff were extremely friendly and helpfulfrom the reception to the kitchen and even the owner himself the hospitality is truly unparalleledthe staff was so amazing and helpful and just lovelyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is beautiful and peacefullovely place to stay local feel close to public transitgreat place close to an animal sanctuary the beach and the lagoona secluded tranquil place with a quiet and magnificent cenote for yourselffantastic food location and place everyone was so nice and the chill out spots were great to hangout in
10. Casa Cenote Yal-Ku
This eco-friendly place is located in the middle of the jungle and is surrounded by wild animals such as iguanas, badgers and other species. This allows guests in this property to get connected with nature. There is private access in this property to Yalku cenote where guests can swim amidst hundreds of goldfish. There is also a pool in the condo premises. Whilst being secluded amidst lush greenery, the property is also only 5 minutes by car from Akumal Town and the beach. 2 bicycles are available on the premises for guests’ use around the area.
11.54 km (7.2 mi) from Xel-Há Park
11. B&B Hellas room in Akumal
The room for rent is part of a larger guest house in The B&B Villa located on the beach of Akumal Main Bay. Here, guests can enjoy a Mediterranean ambience with breakfast included for 2 guests. This property is eco-friendly and strictly for adults only. This villa where the room is up for rent is the first B&B villa in Akumal. All the bedrooms enjoy private entry from the pool or garden. This means that guests need not enter the portion where the hosts live. This room boasts views of the lush garden space and even the 120 -year-old tree. There is a queen-size bed in the room which is ideal for up to 2 people. The property is within walking distance to shops, bars and restaurants. While staying at this property, guests get to use the pool, the beach, the lounge chairs and even beach towels are provided. Free Wi-Fi and private parking are available.
9.74 km (6.1 mi) from Xel-Há Park
12. Beachfront casita in Akumal
This casita (house) is part of an outbuilding that contains only two studios. The accommodation is located right on the beach of the Half Moon Bay in Akumal. This is also where guests can possibly catch the arrival of turtles laying eggs at the shore. Guests get complete access to the private beach of the complex and can make use of lounge chairs and the beach umbrellas. There is parking available in the complex. The apartment comes with a fully equipped kitchen that will be ideal for people to make simple meals. Up to 2 people can be accommodated comfortably here.
Akumal, Quintana Roo, Mexico
10.89 km (6.8 mi) from Xel-Há ParkTop guest reviews
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the wifi signal was weak at bestwifi signal was strongthe kitchen sink faces the courtyard and a beautiful palm is in full view just feet from youthe ac worked wonderfully all the necessary kitchen ammenities were therewifi is spotty inside the condo but has a stronger signal outsideCleanliness:
the apartment is very clean and they come clean it every dayroom was clean and secludedthe room was very clean and the description was accurate about what to expectthe apartment was impeccable perfectly clean it has everything you needthe unit is well maintained very clean and had everything we needed for the two of usHost:
host is very responsive and info provided was accurateowners are friendly and helpfulthe onsite staff from property management team were super kind and helpfulgreat area and very responsive hostthe owner was very responsive and so was the on-site management teamRead more reviewsLocation:
the partner location is perfecta good place very close of the beachthe location is perfect in the middle of half moon bayremote location had a great timeclose to best best restaurant in town
13. Organic yoga ecolodge in the jungle
This is an incredible space located in the Mayan jungle and has been built with the special intent of promoting and conducting yoga and meditation. The property has been built with raw materials and local products, with keen attention paid to nature. The property is nonetheless equipped with modern amenities like Wi-Fi and air conditioning. The host is a chef so meals can also be arranged upon special request. Guests can engage themselves in several activities around the jungle like jungle walking and visiting cenotes. Watch the jungle birds come alive in the morning as you choose to dine outdoors. 6 guests can be comfortably accommodated across 3 beds in the property.
Akumal, Quintana Roo, Mexico
12.83 km (8.0 mi) from Xel-Há ParkTop guest reviews
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a nice air conditioned spacious room cute kitchen and incredible yoga/ meditation spacethe a/c worked wonderfully the showers were hot the hut was clean and the wifi never failedthis is a perfect place for those comfortable with non-hotel travelour room was very clean and rummy me and my two children and husband fit perfectlyevery morning leon provided great breakfast with fruit (some from his yard ) bread and coffeeCleanliness:
the place is clean practical and delivers on all the basicswe stayed in a 3 bed-cabaña which was very spacious clean and comfortablewe stayed in the shiva house which was clean and comfortable but much bigger than we neededeverything was great clean and put together with a lot of attention and careand gecko poop to clean up each eveningHost:
leon was most gracious hostwhen we arrived leon showed us around and gave us helpful advice and recommendationsreally nice and peaceful place with a great host ready to helpleon is a wonderful host and goes the extra mile to help you feel welcomeleon is a most gracious host and gave us wonderful recommendationsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatbeautiful beaches snorkeling close byupon arriving you walk through a beautiful jungle path which has been lovingly groomed by leonthe location is super for access to tulum though it involves a bit of rough terrainit is very close to several beautiful cenotes (my favorite thing to do )
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