The Elements

We've stayed here before and just love it. The location is great with steps to a private beach section containing palapa s chairs etc. Hotel also has a huge nice pool and jacuzzi and each unit has a patio or balcony with a view. Condos are clean comfortable roomy with daily maid service, bottled water, a welcome basket.

This was a very convenient location to stay. Its just 45 minutes from Cancun and within driving distance to other attractions (historic sites, adventure parks, cenotes, beaches). Its walking distance to the 5th street plaza that offers great cuisine after a long day out. Overall its was a very comfortable stay and money well spent.

This is a condo, and not a hotel. Staff didn't speak any English and service didn't exist. Room are large and comfortable, but if you have any problems, you are in trouble. Only one English speaking manager with authority to resolve them.

We stayed here before, and returned bringing our grown children this time. We still loved it because the beach and pool are wonderful and uncrowded, and it's only a short walk to shops and restaurants. The condo units are spacious, the funiture is comfortable and there are washers and dryers in each condo. Staff are very nice. There were a few minor upkeep issues--dishwasher didn't seem to drain properly, not enough large plates in the kitchen--but nothing serious. Unfortunately, there was a noisy music festival at the hotel next door that caused us to move inside sometimes rather than sit on the patio. We definitely will return to the Elements, but will make sure we avoid booking when the musicians are next door.

Loved staying here. Great location. Beautiful and comfortable rooms. Every room has a view of the Ocean. Close to Cannonball. Safe & secure. I will definately stay here again.

the property does not have the amenities the website makes it seem it does; housekeeping was scarce, there was a terrible smell that came from the w/d closet that smelled liked sewage. i've spent a lot of time in bangkok so i'm not a lightweight, but having this smell dominate the living room area was really unpleasant. the apartment did not have a lot of character and greatly lacked details that made of a comfortable stay (i.e variety of kitchen utensils, extra blankets, inviting outdoor seating to enjoy the view, etc.). It was all in all pretty basic, especially compared to the other surrounding apartments. I'm fine with basic, but not for these prices. we went on to rent a house in tulum for the later part of our stay and even though tulum is more expensive, the house we rented was not much more money, was right on the beach and it was clear the owners wanted the guests to have unique, inviting and comfortable experience. this was not the situation with the elements...

Great Stay & we'd definitely go back. The condo was well appointed & stocked. We liked the private beach & the ability to bring your own food/beverages. It was also nice to have facilities at the condo to stay in for some meals & make some meals there. Close enough to walk to 5th but enough off the beaten path to be quieter. We like to walk so that was no big deal for us but may be a bit far for some, though cabs are readily available.

We had a great time at The Elements. It's family friendly with a pool perfect for children. The beach was right there and you can get great massages for close to nothing! We had a two bedroom apartment, and we're a family of six, and we all had lots of room. The rooms were clean and the staff were friendly and accomodating. The location is fantastic too! Only a five minute walk to the heart of Playa. Would definitely come back!

The Elements was a beautiful condo-hotel. The rooms are very large and nicely furnished. The hotel grounds were maintained well and the area felt safe. The condo had a very musty smell which was the real only downfall. This may be due to the fact that they wanted you to turn off the air conditioning when you left. It was a 15-20 minute walk to 5th Ave., but this was ok once you were familiar with the area. It was very easy to get a taxi there for $5.00. The beach was very nice and not crowded. I would recommend it as a nice get away spot with plenty of room for a large group.

a great hotel for relax time