A Riviera Maya shoreline holds Dreams Tulum near the town and ruins of Tulum, as well as the Xel Ha Aqua Adventure Park. The beach feels tucked away, with sugar-white sand and bright sea colour. Take short trips for cenotes, craft shops, and jungle paths, then return for quiet by the water. The setting suits early walks along the shore and sunsets that turn the sky peach, with stars over palms and warm air.

Sleep comes easy in one of 440 rooms and suites, many with a patio or balcony. Swim-out options let you step into a pool from your terrace. Preferred Club Hacienda Suites and the Hacienda Presidential suite add Mexican style and a hammock in each outdoor space. An adults-only section adds extra calm. Every room has a coffee maker, a daily refreshed minibar, and an in-room tablet for service and plans.

Days move from sea play to soft culture. Take a kayak out, then try non-motorised water sports on calm waves. Join water aerobics, beach volleyball, or bocce ball, then cool down with yoga on the beach. A diving clinic and intro scuba lessons add a new skill. Table games suit shade hours. In the evening, watch movies on the sand, catch live shows, or join theme parties and a pool party.

Unlimited Luxury covers a la carte dining with no bookings, shelf spirits, and 24-hour room service. You also get pool and beach wait service, plus a daily minibar refill. Free WiFi and calls to the US, Canada, and local lines are included with the Unlimited Connectivity app. Two pools and a children's area sit at the heart. The Explorers Club for Kids and the Core Zone Teens Club keep travellers busy.

Dining is varied, with six a la carte spots plus World Café, Coco Café, and Barefoot Grill. Start with French plates in Bordeaux. Move to sushi at Gohan or Pan Asian plates at Himitsu. El Patio serves Mexican favorites, while Portofino brings Italian comfort. Seaside Grill handles steak and grills. Drinks flow at Manatees swim-up bar, Sugar Reef on the beach, and Rendezvous in the lobby. Late bites wait at Sky Bar after dark.

Romance fits the colonial setting. The Spanish-style wedding chapel suits a small ceremony with classic lines. Plan vows by the sea, with gentle fountains that glow from LED light and sound across the gardens. A candlelit seaside dinner for two adds a soft touch for anniversaries. For wedding prep, Dreams Spa by Pevonia includes a bridal suite, saunas, steam rooms, and a temazcal ritual. End with a dance under the stars.