You'll find this area of shallow water in Akumal. Once you've done everything you can at Yal-ku Lagoon, pay a visit to nearby Akumal Beach, Xpu-ha Beach, and Half Moon Bay.

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Ana y Jose Holbox Hotel & Beach Club

$753

per person

Feb 11 - Feb 17

found 2 days ago

Roundtrip flight included

Chicago (CHI) to Cancun (CUN)

19.2/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)

La Valise Tulum, member of Small Luxury Hotels

Zona Hotelera

$1,670

per person

Feb 12 - Feb 17

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Chicago (CHI) to Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO)

19.2/10 Exceptional! (160 reviews)

Service was impeccable! Will be returning to this property for sure!

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Pacha Tulum Boutique Hotel

Tulum City Center

$765

per person

Dec 31 - Jan 6

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Chicago (CHI) to Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO)

17.6/10 Exceptional! (237 reviews)

Muy agradable mi estancia muchas gracias 😇

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Chichén Itzá, Cenote Xunáan & Valladolid with Traditional Lunch Buffet

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Ultimate Chichén-Itzá Experience with Cenote and Valladolid

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Private Chichén-Itzá Experience with Cenote and Valladolid

Free cancellation available

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Catamaran Cruise in Riviera Maya with Snorkeling and Lunch

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ATV Xtreme and Ziplines Tour with Cenote Swim & Lunch

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Floating breakfast in The Yellow Nest (near Dos Ojos cenote)

Free cancellation available

Reviews of Yal-ku Lagoon

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Lori

Beautiful relaxing place. Snorkeling excellent.

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