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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Maya Tulum by G Hotels

Zona Hotelera

$1,366

per person

Dec 19 - Dec 26

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Dallas (DFW) to Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO)

15.6/10 Exceptional! (400 reviews)

The view was amazing!!!!

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025

Encantada Tulum

Zona Hotelera

$2,063

per person

Jan 18 - Jan 25

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Dallas (DAL) to Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO)

19.6/10 Exceptional! (126 reviews)

This was a very relaxing stay! The staff were fantastic! The only thing I could say is i think there should be a coffee maker and a tv for at night

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

AVA Resort All Oceanfront - All Inclusive

$2,403

per person

Jan 21 - Jan 28

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Roundtrip flight included

Dallas (DFW) to Cancun (CUN)

16.8/10 Exceptional! (626 reviews)

Food was mediocre. Hotel staff was very attentive. Room was cleaned and maintained.

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

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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

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Luxury Sailing to Isla Mujeres with Lunch & Premium Open Bar

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ATV Xtreme and Ziplines Tour with Cenote Swim & Lunch

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

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Reviews of Yal-ku Lagoon

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Lori

Beautiful relaxing place. Snorkeling excellent.

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