Summary:
- A beachside gem with tranquil vibes plus a private balcony to relax with a sea breeze!
- Multiple pools onsite with lounge chairs, BBQ, covered outdoor dining area & a gym
- Santamar’s Beach Club has 2 pools & private beach access for a glorious beach day
- Wi-Fi, Smart TVs, washer/dryer, fully-equipped kitchen, onsite parking.
- 5-minute drive to Tulum Country Club's world-class PGA golf courses.
The Space:
If you’re looking for a peaceful beach getaway, this open and airy condo at Santamar by Tao in Akumal is the place to be! Akumal is one of the most beautiful places on the coast of the Riviera Maya, Mexico, and you’ll have so much at your fingertips that you may find it hard to venture out from the complex.
Step inside and be greeted by a luminous open living space, a cozy sofa sitting area with direct access to the private balcony, and a Smart TV for relaxing downtime moments at home. The living room seamlessly flows into the dining area, where you can enjoy delicious meals together at the dining table for four.
Your private balcony is a wonderful place to sit and enjoy the breezy sea air, have a meal or enjoy a beverage.
There’s a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances, including a refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, coffee maker, and dishwasher! Whether you're a culinary enthusiast or simply want to prepare a quick snack, you can do so with ease. There’s also a breakfast bar at the kitchen counter with 3 cushioned stools.
There are two bedrooms, the master bedroom with a queen-sized bed and balcony and a guest bedroom with two single/twin beds. Additionally, there are two full bathrooms to comfortably accommodate four guests.
The condo features air conditioning, a washer-dryer, high-speed WiFi, and laptop-friendly workspaces, making long-term stays for a remote worker or any other reason extra comfortable and convenient.
At the Santamar by Tao complex, you can enjoy shared amenities like the 7 rooftop pools, and guests have access to all of them! There are also 3 ground-level pools, plus a private Santamar Beach Club with 2 more pools, a bathroom facility, and access to a private beach.
Guest Access:
Santamar is tucked away in a beautiful jungle setting. It is accessible only via an unpaved road, so a car is necessary to navigate the road since the property is not accessible on foot.
You’ll have full, exclusive access to the condo and shared access to the complex amenities.
The Neighborhood:
Akumal means “The Place of Turtles,” and it lives up to its name as it’s one of the top sea turtle nesting spots in the Mexican Caribbean. You’ll also find activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, paddle boarding, kite surfing, boating, eco-parks with underground rivers, ancient Mayan ruins, cenotes (natural freshwater sinkholes), and, of course, the Akumal Monkey Sanctuary.
Kay Beach Club is less than a 10-minute drive (1 mile away) and is a public Beach Club run by Tao. Here, you can go snorkeling or scuba diving! Beached Bikini Bar is only a 15-minute walk south on the beach.
Casa Club at Tulum Country Club (PGA golf course) is located across the street from Santamar entrance road, about 4.4 km | 2.7 mi away. And Grand Bahia Residences & Golf is about 4.7 km | 2.9 mi away.
You’ll be a short drive from Akumal town, where you’ll find small convenience stores if needed and the famous “swim with sea turtles at Akumal Bay” activity. (3.2 km|2 mi). There’s also a Wellness Center there, and day trips to Playa del Carmen or Tulum are easy to access, too!
Getting Around:
Santamar by Tao is 94 km or 58.4 miles, one hour and a 12-minute drive from the Cancun International Airport (CUN) when there’s no traffic. Please check your mobile map apps for accurate driving time. The development is situated on the beachside of the highway in Akumal and is only accessible by vehicle.
Other Things to Note:
Electricity is expensive here, so please help save energy by using the AC only when needed, closing all windows and doors when it's on, and shutting it off every time you leave. A daily allowance of 20Kw/Day of electricity is included for short-term rentals (2-27 nights). Additional consumption will be charged at 3.85 mxn/kw. Electricity is not included for bookings of 28 nights or more. On arrival, our local team will take a meter reading, and again on departure. You will be billed after check-out for any additional consumption.
Please review this information before booking to ensure a pleasant stay. If you have questions, don’t hesitate to contact us.
We do supply some bath essentials to get you started, like some toilet paper, and soap. These items are not replenished each time you run out.
- Travelers must be at least 21 years of age or older to book.
- Guests will be requested to sign a Rental Agreement upon booking confirmation.
- Please note that there is a mandatory cleaning service every from 21 nights on & every 21 days, at a charge of $50 USD. If your stay is between 21 and 42 nights, you'll be charged an additional $50; for stays between 42 and 63 nights, two cleaning fees ($100 total) will apply, and for every additional 21 nights thereafter, $50 will be charged.
- No smoking of any kind inside the home! Drug use and illegal activity on the premises are also strictly prohibited. Failure to comply results in a $300 fine.
- No parties, events, or excessive noise after 10 pm. Please respect the neighbors.
- No more guests than those listed in your reservation are allowed. There’s an extra charge for additional guests and visitors over the property's capacity.
- Guests are responsible for damages that occur or extra cleaning costs as a result of their stay.
- There are outdoor security cameras for safety and security.
- Depending on the booking site to make the reservation, a security deposit might be required that is refunded after check-out, provided all terms are met.
- Guests might be required to present an official ID at check-in or during the stay.
- Pets are not allowed.
- Pool and common area rules and hours must be respected.
Interaction with Guests:
The place is self-check-in using a code to access the lockbox. The code will be provided to you before arrival.
You’ll have complete privacy during your stay, but we’re available 7 days a week. Should you need anything, just send us a message.
