Bufo Alvarius

2.0 star property

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Front of property – evening/night
Sauna
Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool loungers
Comfort Suite | Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$45
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July

Explore the area

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Avenida Coba Sur, Lote 2, Manzana 89, Tulum, QROO, 77793
  • Place, Jaguar Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hunab Lifestyle Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hospital de Tulum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

Jaguar

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Colibri

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Comfort Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Tulum

At Bufo Alvarius you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Tulum Mayan Ruins and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Tulum Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Bufo Alvarius Palapa, serves Mexican cuisine. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free extended parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Tulum City Center hotel include Xel-Há Park and Playa Paraiso.

What's nearby

  • Jaguar Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hunab Lifestyle Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dos Aguas Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hospital de Tulum - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Tulum Mayan Ruins - 10 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Capitán - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Sofia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Pasadita - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Azul Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Bufo Alvarius

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Bufo Alvarius offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Bufo Alvarius. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tulum hotel.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Bufo Alvarius offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and blackout curtains. This Tulum hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Full-sized fridge/freezers and rice cookers are provided. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bufo Alvarius Palapa

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property Registration Number PTR170913FI8

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Bufo Alvarius Hotel
Bufo Alvarius Tulum
Bufo Alvarius Hotel Tulum

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Bufo Alvarius?

Yep, Bufo Alvarius has a free self car park and free extended parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Bufo Alvarius?

As of 29 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bufo Alvarius on 30 Jun 2026 start from NZ$45, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Bufo Alvarius?

The closest beach to Bufo Alvarius is Playa Paraiso (2.1 km).

Does Bufo Alvarius have a pool?

Bufo Alvarius has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bufo Alvarius?

No, Bufo Alvarius does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Bufo Alvarius?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Bufo Alvarius's onsite restaurant that serves Mexican cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bufo Alvarius?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Bufo Alvarius Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 132 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly staff, clean rooms. Highly recommended and will be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was amazing
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely phenomenal, my 3rd year going here and we are already looking forward to seeing the sanctuary again next year
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jaime

Liked: Staff & service
The rooms are comfortable, the staff is great! the restaurant next to the hotel is amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lissete

Liked: Cleanliness
Excelente
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dieter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Free sauna & ice bath
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great value and attentive staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sirlimu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes amazing location amazing experience!!! Very original and authentic! I once in a lifetime experience for sure! A paradise within a Paradise! The staff and the food from the prices absolutely amazing if you're looking to heal internal external for any kind of trauma medicine for .I would definitely recommend this place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's always been a pleasure to stay here. Staff are super nice and helpful. Will be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Amenities
Close to everything and very clean!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing, it is so tranquil and beautiful and the staff are so friendly. So thankful to this place for making my experience of Mexico so positive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing. The people there were great best massage ever.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is magical. I absolutely loved it, the staff, specially Hef treated me like at home Karina, Steve, Keith and Val were also super kind and friendly Cannot thank them enough for this amazing time with them. I will come back as many times as possible Very thankful for being here Do yourself a favor and come to visit this Sanctuary, you will not regret it
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall phenomenal, has a very nature feeling to it love I can workout and center of Tulum everything was close
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

karletha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melesio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super helpful and attentive. The room was clean and comfortable for my wife and I. We had a commuting issue to get here but they were understanding. We would recommend to couples and families to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melesio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first stay of our big Tren Maya trip. Upon arrival we had some commuting issues but the staff were accommodating, attentive and helpful. We stayed here twice within our 2 week trip. We would recommend this stay to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, right near a huge supermarket! Friendly people, and very comfortable. We kept extending our stay and it was no problem at all.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is truly beautiful. The staff is so friendly and the atmosphere extremely relaxing. Shared facilities but all the time clean. It is in a perfect location between the beach and the town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bufo hotel

Great room with a great location. 10 minute bike ride to beach with cheap streetfood about a 10 minute walk away. The tranquility of the pool area was very relaxng and free drinking water is always a plus. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little Tulum Gem

This place is amazing! Super relaxing, beautiful and eco friendly. Loved the food onsite and the options around it. It is not your usual Tulum place and that is what makes it the best
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The comfort suite is wonderful. Beautiful room and the most comfortable bed i have ever slept in! Unfortunately i cannot say the same for the lower priced rooms which are incredibly small. Staff is friendly and location is perfect
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is like a mini oasis. The staff are extremely friendly and very helpful. Its close to the centre but so close its too loud or busy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025