Tulum’s coastline is entering a new era. In 2025, a group of the town’s most beloved hotels and beach clubs have agreed to provide free public beach access while removing cover fees and minimum spends for visitors who simply want to enjoy the Caribbean shoreline. There may be seasonality or some restrictions depending on the location, but it is nice to see local businesses allowing access to the beautiful beaches of Tulum.
We visited several of the new open-access corridors and selected our top three: Papaya Playa Project, Sana Hotel, Casa Gitano. For anyone exploring Tulum real estate, these changes are more than a feel-good story, they’re a glimpse into how thoughtful development and community-minded tourism are shaping Tulum’s long-term value and livability. This open-access initiative reaffirms one of Mexico’s most important coastal principles — that all beaches are public by law. Yet in practice, many beachfronts were once blocked by private resorts or required minimum spending to enter.
The new agreements mark a major step toward inclusive coastal development, improved urban planning, and the protection of public rights of way. For residents, investors, and visitors alike, it means more freedom to experience the beaches that define Tulum’s identity.
From a real estate perspective, properties with proximity to these now-accessible beach corridors are poised to benefit — and not just in value, but in lifestyle appeal. Walkable access to the sand is one of the strongest draws for both renters and buyers in Tulum’s evolving market. Whether you’re enjoying a sunset swim at Papaya Playa Project, yoga at Sana, or a beachside meal at Casa Gitano, these corridors open the door — literally — to a more connected, sustainable, and welcoming Tulum.
At Engel & Völkers Tulum, we believe accessibility and sustainability go hand-in-hand with smart investment. This initiative is proof that the town’s natural beauty and cultural character can thrive alongside thoughtful development.
Full list of hotels and beachclubs with free access points as of 2025 (as known) : Sana Tulum, Casa Gitano, Papaya Playa Project, Delek Tulum, Coco Unlimited, Ana Y José, Casa Violeta, Ahau Tulum, Blue Venado, Dos Ceibas, Fara Fara, Hotel Nest, La Eufemia
This initiative, reported by The Tulum Times, is part of a broader movement to make Tulum’s world-famous beaches more accessible while maintaining respect for the environment and the local community.
For anyone exploring Tulum real estate, these changes are more than a feel-good story, they’re a glimpse into how thoughtful development and community-minded tourism are shaping Tulum’s long-term value and livability. This open-access initiative reaffirms one of Mexico’s most important coastal principles — that all beaches are public by law. Yet in practice, many beachfronts were once blocked by private resorts or required minimum spending to enter.
The new agreements mark a major step toward inclusive coastal development, improved urban planning, and the protection of public rights of way. For residents, investors, and visitors alike, it means more freedom to experience the beaches that define Tulum’s identity.
From a real estate perspective, properties with proximity to these now-accessible beach corridors are poised to benefit — and not just in value, but in lifestyle appeal. Walkable access to the sand is one of the strongest draws for both renters and buyers in Tulum’s evolving market. Whether you’re enjoying a sunset swim at Papaya Playa Project, yoga at Sana, or a beachside meal at Casa Gitano, these corridors open the door — literally — to a more connected, sustainable, and welcoming Tulum.
At Engel & Völkers Tulum, we believe accessibility and sustainability go hand-in-hand with smart investment. This initiative is proof that the town’s natural beauty and cultural character can thrive alongside thoughtful development.
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