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This amazing oceanfront condo floats over its panoramic views, overlooking Half Moon Bay at Akumal with clear blue/green waters out your floor-to-ceiling window. The entire front of the condo is a window making you feel like you are floating on the bay. Crystal clear water views are visible from the living room, dining room, kitchen and even the bedroom. With the floor-to-ceiling window covering the entire front of the condo, you fall asleep to the sound of the waves and wake up to the amazing view. Half Moon Bay is a snorkeling haven. The bay outside your condo has some of the best snorkeling on the Riviera Maya. There is also Akumal Bay close by for waveless snorkeling and beach play. Walk to Yal-Ku Lagoon around the corner from the home. There you will find an abundance of fish, and likely find yourself swimming with turtles. There are numerous restraurants also within walking distance. If you like, partake in the nearby restaurants and night life, then walk home and enjoy your beachfront outside the home. There are numerous attractions nearby, including visiting ancient ruins, cenotes, Yal-ku Lagoon, Xcaret, Xel-Ha, snorkeling, diving, wonderful restaurants and bars, and driving (or taxi) distance to nearby sites like Tulum, Chichen Itza, Playa Del Carmen and even Cancun. The nearby ferry can be taken over to Cozumel for a day on the island. Get yourself on island time in this Caribbean paradise retreat. The condo is located in Half Moon Bay in Akumal, famous for its turtle population and laid-back tranquility. You can sleep with the windows open listening to the waves until you fall asleep.Enjoy daily housekeeping with your stay. About pets:Pets allowed.Small to medium breeds only. $50 fee.About checkOut:Check out before 12:00 PM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.Leave large front window closed and locked..About customRules:You are advised to leave large front window closed, especially if children present. Plenty of top/bottom slatted windows open for ocean breezes..About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.Smoking permitted outside only.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 20.About events:No events allowed.

Welcome to Akumal- Where 'social distancing' has always been the norm naturally! This quaint beachfront town is known for its spaciousness and is a getaway escape from crowds. Here the fresh air is intoxicating, and gentle trade winds blowing in from the Caribbean are so refreshing. Enjoy outdoor dining and delicious fresh food in our favorite open-air restaurants, most just a short walk away.Leave your worries behind; our rental properties have always offered the standards of cleanliness (e.g. daily maid service) the rest of the world is now needing to emulate. No stress either, as we offer unique flexibility right now for our travelers during these hard-to-predict times. We welcome your upcoming visit to Akumal and know you will love this quiet, tidy, uncrowded slice of paradise!Nestled in the middle of Half Moon Bay, Akumal, Nikte-ha 4 is a spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo on the second floor. Guests will enjoy the large terrace for endless panoramic views of crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea while dining or lounging in the outdoor recliners! Shiny and new, the condo offers lovely updated details, such as custom frescos and high-end furnishings/appliances. Best of all, there are spectacular views from every room. This unit is absolutely spectacular! You will find comfort, style and high end finishes throughout. The master suite has a comfortable king bed with endless Caribbean views and en suite bathroom. The 2nd suite has a fun theme, "Pirate's Cove", offering a queen bed and lush tropical jungle views from the west-facing terrace. Guests in the 2nd BR will love the whimsy of the decor - their own personal treasure hunt! Luxurious bathrooms and showers for visitors to enjoy in each suite. Only need one bedroom? The condo can be rented as a 1BR also. Traveling with friends - we have other units here to book them in so you can all be together. The complex has a beachfront pool, a pergola for shade by the pool, and a lovely water feature on the roadside entrance. Off-street parking and wifi are complimentary. No smoking allowed in the unit or on the grounds.Please be aware that sargassum seaweed is a natural phenomenon that can accumulate along the shoreline, affecting the beach experience. We're transparent about this, but it is unpredictable and beyond our control. While we maintain the beach to the best of our ability, there may be times when sargassum is present.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.

Oceanfront PENTHOUSE, Hacienda de la Tortuga, Condo-HotelHalf Moon BayAkumal Norte (North Akumal)Wow! This gorgeous Beachfront Penthouse with huge balcony has it all!Absolute Oceanfront, Stunning Views, Private and Romantic, Beach Amenities & 2 Onsite Restaurants make this property unique in all of Akumal. Relax with daily maid service taking care of everything you need.Relax on the beach under your private palapa with a margarita or cold beer delivered to you by the restaurant staff. Enjoy the ocean breeze in your hammock on your huge terrace.This stunning penthouse is on the top floor of Hacienda de la Tortuga. The condo directly overlooks the turquoise waters of the Mexican Caribbean on Half Moon Bay in Akumal. The choice location is on the most beautiful white sand beach in Akumal & has made Hacienda de la Tortuga a favorite for visitors from around the world.Make sure to also see our other Listings and their Reviews: HA #4590578, HA # 3023177, and HA#4964548!Hacienda de la Tortuga has maintained a reputation for personalized service for over twenty years. With only 10 suites in the building, the staff has time to make your vacation special. The experienced staff can recommend local attractions near Akumal and help with travel arrangements. The spacious one bedroom suite has a fully equipped kitchen and everything you need for a perfect vacation. Elegant marble flooring & Mexican style decor with original paintings makes this property a feast for your eyes. Enjoy coffee on the large balcony with a spectacular ocean view. Daily maid service, WiFi, and other services set Hacienda de la Tortuga apart as the best choice for vacationers seeking a hassle free private space on the beach.Layout :1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, living area, dining area, kitchen and balcony. The condo is spacious and overlooks the beach. Master bedroom with king size bed, balcony overlooking the beach, one bathroom, the condo is equipped Fast, Free WIFI, air-conditioning in bedroom, linens included, wonderful beach view, fully equipped kitchen with full size appliances, coffee maker, toaster and microwave. Extras: Daily maid service, free purified water provided, hammock, beach chairs and towels, swimming pool and 2 restaurants on site. (Free - Fast WIFI in the condo).Dining:Hacienda de la Tortuga is the only property in Akumal with a restaurant right in the building as well as Akumal newest cafe right on the grounds. Both La Jungla Coffee Bar/Cafe & La Lunita Beachfront Fine Dining offer rooms service to our guests.Hacienda De La Tortuga / Akumal:The Riviera Maya is without doubt the most important tourist destination in Mexico: its diversity of attractions, the mysticism of the Maya culture, beaches and jungles as well as the exceptional quality of its services have made it a favorite for world travelers. The Riviera Maya is synonymous with paradise, and that's where we invite you to discover its best kept secret: Akumal. (Ocean Magazine).Akumal, Place of Turtles in Mayan, is located in the heart of the Riviera Maya, just 37 km south of Playa del Carmen and 27 km north of Tulum.Things to do:Akumal is a water-lovers' paradise on the beach in front of the longest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere. Akumal itself is a small but thriving beach community situated on 2 beautiful bays - our condo is on the Half Moon bay which is picturesque, quiet and romantic. You can spend a whole vacation right on Half Moon bay without leaving the area, with a beautiful beach and wonderful little restaurants in walking distance. Akumal has its own small supermarkets, boutiques and several dive shops, one of them just a short walk from Hacienda de la Tortuga, and water sports facilities. Right in the area of Akumal is great snorkeling, scuba diving and deep-sea fishing. The condo is in walking distance of Yalku Lagoon which is a natural lagoon formation with crystal clear water -- a unique swimming and snorkeling experience. Several world famous Riviera Maya attractions are close by including the Xel Ha (15 minutes ) and Xcaret adventure parks, the towns of Playa del Carmen (1/2 hr), Tulum and Puerto Aventuras (20 min) and of course the renowned Maya archeological sites of Tulum (20 min), Coba (1 hour) and Chichen Itza (2 hrs)- plus many more Maya attractions are close by.Akumal in the Mayan language means ‘The Place of the Turtles” - sea turtles can be seen year round and their nesting season starts in May, during the months of July and August you can observe turtles nesting and baby turtles hatching. Nightly 'turtle walks' are available and can be arranged with the Akumal Ecological Center.Akumal has several shops for water-sports including open water diving, cenote/cavern diving (for which the area is world famous), snorkeling/catamaran trips, fishing and more. They all rent equipment and all have certified guides.Bicycles and golf carts are available for rental. Yoga classes and Spa services are available in the main beach area (1/2 mile from Hacienda de la Tortuga).How to get around:Akumal is a small relaxed beach community, a car is nice to go out to our many nearby activities but not necessary if you just want to kick back and explore Akumal. Explore the area on a rental bike or golf cart available nearby.How to get there:Guests can fly into the Cancun International Airport or the brand new Tulum International which are an hour to 1.5 hours away from Akumal by modern highway. The most popular methods of reaching Akumal are rental car, private airport shuttle or taxi. We have great recommendations for private driver services at reasonable prices. Public Bus transport is also available.Namaste Transportation and Tours provides this service for $100 one way or $190 Round trip for 1-3 passengers.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 2:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking allowed: in designated areas.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 18.About events:No events allowed.

Water Lovers' Dream! The Aquarium Condo at Hacienda de la Tortuga is the most unique place in Akumal. Directly on the beach with a huge terrace overlooking the Caribbean ocean. Fantastic snorkeling steps away from your front door. Enjoy beachfront living at its best. When you stay at The Aquarium, you never have to get out of the sea. Akumal means 'Place of the Turtle' for hundreds of years and now also known as the 'Place of Murals'. Artists from all over the world have been flocking to Akumal for over 10 years to compete to paint the most coveted spots in Akumal Pueblo and Beach. One of the best known local muralists has painted The Aquarium from floor to ceiling with vibrant underwater life. Relax in The Aquarium and channel your inner mermaid!The Aquarium is in Hacienda de la Tortuga, a condo building with only 10 units making it very private and relaxed. Right on the beach in Half Moon Bay. The condo is spacious (over 900 sq. ft.) and centrally located in Akumal with wonderful snorkeling steps away. Laze on the spacious balcony in your hammock, take your coffee down to your own palapa on the beach and watch the sun rise. The condo is equipped with a full kitchen, living & dining areas, a separate king size master bedroom and Spanish style bathroom. It's close to everything the Riviera Maya has to offer while private, charming and tranquil. Included in your stay are all your linens, beach and bath towels, beach loungers & palapas, daily maid service, free WIFI, free purified water and A/C in the spacious bedroom (note AC is in the bedroom only). The only thing we overlook is the sea!The Aquarium condo is located on the 2nd floor of Hacienda de la Tortuga with a beautiful and quiet beach front location with an amazing view of the Caribbean sea. If you love the sea, snorkeling, diving in crystal clear waters of the warm Caribbean Sea the Aquarium Condo is perfect for you. When you stay at the Aquarium Condo you feel as if you never got out of the ocean. Sip a cool drink on the balcony while you listen to waves lapping on the white sand just steps away from your front door. The refreshing ocean front pool offers another option to cool off. The only building in Akumal offering room and beach service from our onsite restaurant, La Lunita.very nice pool and we are in the same building as La Lunita restaurant.About pets:No pets allowed.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About smoking:Smoking allowed: in designated areas.About events:No events allowed.

THE BEST VIEWS IN ALL OF AKUMALSleeps 6 adults + 3 children (under 18)This spacious oceanfront, two-level penthouse has it all: marble floors, granite counter-tops and walls of glass giving panoramic views of the Caribbean. Sliding glass doors open on to wrap-around terraces that have tables and chairs, lounges and hammocks, from which you can enjoy both ocean sunrises and jungle sunsets. The Kitchen, living and dining area is a huge open plan space enclosed by two walls of glass giving guests a 180 degree view of the ocean.The well-stocked kitchen with large wrap around granite counter top and bar, allows you to enjoy the ocean view and entertain while you prepare meals or mix drinks. Beyond the kitchen area is the entertainment center with a 43-inch TV on which you can watch your choice of over 100 DVDs, a stereo and CDs, games and a large selection of books and tourist guides. The glass top dining table is up a step, and overlooks both the ocean and Akumal Bay. You can leave the glass sliders open to enjoy the Caribbean breezes or simply eat outside at the table on the terrace. Master bedroomLocated on the upper level this honeymoon suite has a beamed cathedral ceiling, air conditioning, king size bed, glass sliders to a private ocean front terrace, built in closets and vanity, and an en-suite stone bathroom. The bathroom has double vessel sinks and a unique private open-air shower with views of the jungle and bay.Bedroom 1The Iguana room on the lower level; has air conditioning, a king size bed, built in closet, small balcony overlooking the jungle and large window with ocean views. En-suite tiled bathroom.Bedroom 2The Dolphin room also on the lower level; has air conditioning, one queen and one full bed, built in closet, with small balcony overlooking the jungle. En-suite tiled bathroom which has an extra door to the hall.The penthouse unit is on the third and fourth floor and is only accessible by stairs (30) it also has low walls/open railings surrounding the terraces, so young children need to be supervised. Rental includes daily maid service (except Sundays) and 24-hour on site caretakers who will help you with your luggage.The common areas include a large infinity pool, shaded open lobby, lounge chairs and gazebo, and parking spaces.Cancellations made 60 days or more in advance of scheduled arrival date will receive a full refund.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.Not suitable for toddlers and young children.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.