Quiet Family Friendly Beachside w/Pool Near Akumal | Condo in Akumal

summary:
santamar by tao - gated beachfront community with world-class golf!
perfect family apartment with ocean views and tide pools at your door
multiple pools, including a rooftop deck, plus beach club access
walk to sandy beaches, 10-minute drive to akumal turtle snorkelling!
quiet location with luxury amenities and quality furnishings A car is recommended for moving around.
your family beach paradise awaits!
the space:
this spacious and incredibly stylish ground-floor and ocean view condo puts you beachside at akumal, one of the most beautiful places on the coast of the riviera maya, mexico! you’ll have so much at your fingertips that you may find it hard to venture out from the complex
the main spaces of the condo:
- spacious and luminous open living space with direct access to a private ocean view patio with outdoor seating Plus, a comfortable sofa and living room area with a wall-mounted flatscreen Smart TV for relaxing downtime moments at home.
- a fully-equipped kitchen with high-quality appliances and a breakfast bar with 3 plush bar stools you can prepare healthy meals at home at any time, and all the appliances and cookware are provided, even a dishwasher for easy clean-ups!
- a dining table in an elegant space that seats 4 for a nice at-home meal in peace and comfort and good mealtime conversation around the round table
- 2 stylishly-furnished bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms to accommodate 4 guests as such:
bedroom 1: 1 king-sized bed w/ pool view and private backyard access
bedroom 2: 1 queen-sized bed w/ pool view and private backyard access
- there are 5 rooftop pools, one at each tower, and a total of 4 ground-level pools that guests have access to all of them! 2 ground-level pools with the larger of the 2 directly behind the building for this condo, a private santamar beach club with 2 more pools, a bathroom facility, and access to a sandy beach
guest access:
santamar is tucked away in a beautiful jungle setting, accessible only via an unpaved road, so a car is necessary to navigate the road since the property is not accessible by foot
you'll have complete and exclusive use of the condo and its private terrace Additionally, you will have shared access to the shared amenities of the complex, such as the swimming pool, private beach, and common areas.
the neighborhood:
akumal is truly a natural wonder In Mayan, Akumal means The Place of Turtles, and it lives up to its name as it’s one the finest snorkeling spots in the Mexican Caribbean, and it hosts a marine research center dedicated to protecting the turtles. There are also many things to see and do around Akumal, like water activities like snorkeling, scuba, paddle boarding, kite surfing, and boating. Plus, eco-parks with underground rivers, ancient Mayan ruins, cenotes (natural freshwater sinkholes), and more. plus you will have/can:
- access to amenities like a swimming pool, private beach access, and golf
- nearby vital amenities like convenience stores and beach activities are all within a short 5-7-minute drive north
- swim with turtles at akumal bay (32 km|2 mi), visit the wellness center or lounge, and have a bite to eat at la buena vida!
- visit many eco-parks nearby with underground rivers, ancient mayan ruins & cenotes (natural sinkholes)
- play at golf courses nearby like casa club at tulum country club
- day trip to playa del carmen (25 miles) or tulum (16 miles) and shop & sightsee these fabulous towns also with a large variety of dining options
getting around:
santamar by tao, is about 94 km or 585 miles from the Cancun International Airport (CUN). The development is situated on the beachside of the highway in Akumal and is only accessible by vehicle.
here are some of the attractions, shopping & golf nearby:
- kay beach club (1 mile away) is a public beach club run by tao, here you can go snorkeling or scuba diving!
- visit the akumal monkey sanctuary (located in the pueblo/jungle side of akumal)
eco-adventure parks
- xel-ha park - 104 km | 6.5 mi
- xplor park - 33 km | 205 mi
- rio secreto - 32 km | 198 mi
- xcaret - 365 km | 22.7 mi
shopping | groceries
- akumal town (north of the condo) - 41 km | 2.5 mi
- chedraui puerto aventuras - 20 km | 125 mi (large grocery store)
golf
- casa club at tulum country club - 44 km | 2.7 mi
- grand bahia residences & golf - 47 km | 2.9 mi
other things to note:
electricity is expensive here, so please help save energy by using the ac only when needed, closing all windows and doors when it's on, and shutting it off every time you leave A daily allowance of 20Kw/Day of electricity is included for short-term rentals (2-27 nights). Additional consumption will be charged at 3.85 mxn/kw. Electricity is not included for bookings of 28 nights or more. On arrival, our local team will take a meter reading, and again on departure. You will be billed after check-out for any additional consumption.
please note: there is a 5-minute gravel roadway to get into the development, so having a car is necessary There is free parking at the complex.
wi-fi, smart tvs, a safe box for your valuables, bed linens, and bath towels are provided free during your stay
there is no daily housekeeping service but cleaning services can be requested for an additional fee
please note that there is a mandatory cleaning service every from 21 nights on & every 21 days, at a charge of $50 usd If your stay is between 21 and 42 nights, you'll be charged an additional $50; for stays between 42 and 63 nights, two cleaning fees ($100 total) will apply, and for every additional 21 nights thereafter, $50 will be charged.
there’s an extra charge for additional guests/visitors over the capacity of the property
guests will be requested to sign a rental agreement upon booking confirmation
a security deposit may be required prior to arrival, subject to the booking platform used to make the reservation This fee is charged as a credit card transaction and refunded after check-out, provided all terms are met.
we do supply some bath essentials to get you started, like some toilet paper, and soap These items are not replenished each time you run out.
lastly, long-term stays are available There’s also a laptop-friendly space inside. great for the remote worker!
santamar is a brand new development and there are still work being done in several units, so potential construction noise may happen
house rules
- travelers must be at least 21 years of age or older to book
- no smoking of any kind (tobacco or cannabis) is allowed in the condo, and the use of any recreational drugs on the premises is strictly prohibited Failure to comply will incur a $300 penalty.
- no parties or events are permitted, illegal activity is prohibited, and excessive noise won't be tolerated No loud music is allowed after 10 pm. Please be respectful of the neighbors.
- no more guests than those listed in your reservation are allowed No tent or other structures may be set up on the ground of the property.
- renters agree to cover any charge related to damages that occurred during their stay or cover necessary extra-cleaning charges if such is needed after their stay
- renters may be required to provide a government id on the day of checking in or during their stay
- please avoid moving furniture
- pets are not allowed
interaction with guests:
the place is self-check-in using the door keypad to enter All the information you’ll need, like the codes, entrance through the guarded gates, and check-in instructions, will all be provided 3 hours before arrival.
you’ll have complete privacy during your stay, but we’re available 7 days a week Should you need anything, just send us a message..

This 2 Bedrooms Condo provides accommodation with TV, Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities, for your convenience. This Condo features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. This Condo is less than 2 km from Akumal, and gives visitors the opportunity to explore it. The rental Condo has 2 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this Condo has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Akumal. Enjoy your stay in Akumal at this Condo.