Aerial view of several unique casitas with circular plunge pools and wooden decks nestled within the lush jungle canopy.
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Off-grid jungle-meets-ocean resort made for creatives, barefoot luxury seekers, and sunrise chasers.
  • Private pools in most rooms.
  • Direct beach and jungle access.
  • Eco-conscious architecture.
  • Monthly full moon beach parties.
  • Locally-sourced gourmet dining.
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Papaya Playa Project isn’t just a resort. It’s a full-on sensory reset. Nestled between the wild jungle and the turquoise sea in Tulum, this place has figured out how to blend raw nature with intentional design. No marble lobbies, no flashy signs. Just hand-built casitas, private pools, and the kind of silence that helps you hear yourself again.

This is where people come to tune out from the algorithm and tune into something more meaningful. Think sleeping under the stars, waking to the sound of waves, sipping mezcal while your feet dig into the sand. Whether you're here to write your next book, plan a mind-blowing retreat, or dance barefoot at their full moon party, this place says yes to individuality.

You’ll feel it in the earthy textures. You’ll taste it in every plate. You’ll see it in the way locals and travelers connect over firelit dinners or beach yoga. It's less about amenities and more about moments. It’s luxury with purpose. Designed for people who don’t follow the usual map.

Accommodation & Services

map showing location of Papaya Playa Project in Tulum Mexico
  • Casita Jungle Ground Pool

  • Casita Jungle Roof Pool

  • Casita Ocean View

  • Casita Ocean View with Pool

  • Loft Ocean View with Pool

  • 4 & 5 Bedroom Casas

  • Papaya Restaurant

  • Spa & Wellness

  • Full Moon Events

  • Weddings

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