Ether Tulum

Absolutely dream-like week spent in Tulum at Ether. Extremely friendly staff, private area to park our rental car, food drinks and shops just outside of the resort but…you can also stay at the resort to eat and drink. THE best margarita (strawberry) I had on our trip was at the bar at Ether. Amazingly fresh and delicious foods. Just steps from the most idyllic beach that we could hear from our bungalow. We really had no bug issues and nothing to complain about. After our not so great experience at the airport dealing with the rental car we had the most perfect trip and a lot of thanks are to the wonderful staff at ether and in general the people of Tulum.

A True Gem in Tulum – Our Favorite Stay Yet Ether Hotel absolutely took our breath away. We’ve stayed in 7 different hotels in Tulum over the years, and this is hands down our favorite so far. We stayed in two different rooms during our visit — the bungalow was my favorite. I was a bit unsure about it at first, but it turned out to be amazing — rustic yet modern, with everything you need. The first room, Chukum, was nicely designed but a bit too close to the street and could get loud at times. The beach club was small, cozy, and just perfect for a peaceful, relaxing day by the ocean. The food and drinks were fantastic, and the coffee was excellent. We especially loved the friendly, attentive waiters — they really made us feel welcome. The hotel has a beautiful, laid-back vibe — thoughtfully designed, earthy, and stylish without trying too hard. Everything felt intentional and relaxed. The location is also great — you can easily walk to lots of great restaurants nearby. We loved the tacos across the street, and Kosmos was a fantastic spot for breakfast. A bit further down, Los Bowls had amazing açaí bowls. We also loved our morning walks down the beach — calm, beautiful, and the perfect way to start the day. If you’re looking for a more intimate, soulful place to stay in Tulum with great food, amazing staff, and a true beachside vibe — Ether is it. Can’t wait to come back!

At first glance, Hotel Ether appears to be a high-end and stylish place. However, it quickly becomes clear that more effort was put into aesthetics than actual quality. Many things look nice but are either not functional or poorly executed. Examples? The bathtub in the room looks great – but since the drain plug doesn’t seal properly, you can let the water run for hours and still not take a bath. The bathroom faucet is so loose that every time you use it, you worry it might come off in your hand. Unfortunately, this hotel is not built for real quality but rather for quick profit. It aims to be in the same price range as the best hotels in the area – just not when it comes to craftsmanship and durability. On top of that, our room was right next to a busy main road, making it extremely loud with constant noise from motorcycles, cars, and parties. Depending on what you’re looking for, this might not be ideal at all. One positive note: The tropical gardens leading to the beach are beautifully designed – we have to give the hotel credit for that.