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Posada Luna del Sur
Calle Luna Sur 5 | Tulum Pueblo, Tulum 77780, Mexico
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Posada Luna del Sur

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5 of 5 stars
szandpc 1 contribution
Oakland, CA
Jan 25, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
8/9 found this review helpful

My boyfriend and I just spent five amazing days with Jack and Janet at Posada Luna del Sur. Being Mexican, I often tend to travel in Mexico and really enjoy staying at smaller, off the beaten path kind of places in order to try and capture the local feel and flare. Of course, speaking Spanish really helps but, having hoteliers like Jack and Janet is an excellent second best. The night that we arrived, Janet was waiting for us and when we rang the buzzer, she answered by stating my name! You'll never get that at a huge hotel! She took us to our room and her warm and inviting manner immediately made us feel right home.
She started by giving us the lowdown on Tulum village, which is where the hotel is located, and recommended what her favorite restaurants were for eating. (You have to go to Taqueria Diaz. We actually ran into Janet and Jack there on one of our many visits there.) Furthermore, she helped us find the best beach spots to rent a palapa or just sit on the sand, how to get to Sian'Ka, and suggested a myriad of other things to do depending on your interests and time.
The rooms are also amazing. You get a big ten-gallon bottle of water that we used to fill our sports bottles with. Plus, every day, Jesus would leave the most amazing towel designs. We were excited to come home every day to see what it is that he had created for us that day. Our room also had a cute little patio with two chairs where we would often sit, chill, have a cigarette, and talk. And,the fresh squeezed OJ, the french press coffee, and pan dulce for breakfast made getting up in the morning a lot easier.
So, if you prefer to stay in town (the beach is only five minutes away by car) in order to delve into the small town's culture and enjoy the laid back way of life, I strongly encourage you to stay with Jack and Janet. You won't be disappointed by their graciousness and sweetness. Also, you should just spend some time with them and ask them how they met. It's a great tale to tell.
Thank you for a beautiful time Jack and Janet. We promise we'll be back next year and begin our yearly visits!
Sky and Patty

  • Liked — The hosts
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay January 2007
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since January 25, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, Great pool scene
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Other
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Wonderful Hospitality & Comfort

Posada Luna del Sur

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4 of 5 stars
christine&gordon 6 contributions
Montreal
Jan 14, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
5/6 found this review helpful

We spent 10 nights at Posada Luna del Sur and found it to be everything that we expected and more after reading the reviews here. Janet is a perfect host: approachable, knowledgable, eager to help in any way. We were treated like guests in her home. We looked forward to breakfast as a time for meeting the other guests and socializing with Janet & Jack.
The rooms were spotless and the beds were the most comfortable I have slept on in Mexico. The room safe was large enough to hold a laptop as well as a camera, iPod, and passports. Having both ceiling fans and a/c was greatly appreciated. We stayed in room #6 on the second level and we overlooked a neighbor who kept turkeys and chickens Once the a/c was on, we heard nothing. We also appreciated having a huge bottle of purified water for our use so we did not have to worry about buying supplementary water. Jesus the housekeeper surprised us daily with beautiful towel arrangements like elephants and dolls.
The surrounding neighborhood has a variety of architecture, from a traditional Mayan stick-hut next door to a very modern casa across the street.
Thank you, Janet & Jack, for making our trip so memorable. We are planning our return!

  • Liked — Hospitality of owner & cleanliness
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since January 14, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, A romantic getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun
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Unforgetable experience!

Posada Luna del Sur

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5 of 5 stars
D&G-in-Oregon 1 contribution
Oregon
Jan 4, 2007 | Trip type: Family
9/10 found this review helpful

We recently spent several days in Tulum visiting various ruins and the fantastic beaches. In preparation, we researched several hotels and decided that Posada Luna del Sur looked like a pleasant place to stay. Little did we know what a truly unforgetable experience that would turn out to be. The rooms were clean, quiet and very comfortable. We were greeted every morning at breakfast with smiling faces and warm conversations from our hosts, Janet and Jack, as well as freshly squeezed orange juice and sweet breads from a local panadería. It quickly became apparent that we were not merely staying in a hotel but rather had been invited into a home. Janet was a wealth of information about the surrounding area from when to visit the ruins and Sian Ka'an, the best beaches, shopping locations and even the most convenient place to exchange money. Janet and Jack also pointed the very best places to experience the local cuisine, and some of their favorite dishes, all conveniently within walking distance. If you want to go to Mexico and never leave your hotel complex, stay at one of the many huge "all inclusive" places. If you want to experience the true heart, soul and flavor of Mexico, go visit our new friends, Janet and Jack at Posada Luna del Sur. You will not be disappointed! We will surely stay there on our next visit.

  • Tips/Secrets: — Be sure to visit Sian Ka'an
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay December 2006
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Family with teenagers
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since January 02, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for A romantic getaway, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Shopping
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Aim for the moon

Posada Luna del Sur

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5 of 5 stars
ldrLasCruces 5 contributions
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Jan 2, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
7/8 found this review helpful

My wife and I spent an incredible week here. The room was immaculate and well taken care of, especially the unique towel designs left by the housekeeper each day. We commend Janet and Jack for the attention they pay to the guests and details of their stay. They are the absolute best! The near to the town location provides short walk access to numerous restaurants, shopping and laundromats. The bus station, taxis and even car rentals are close by and it is very easy to visit out of town locations. If you are looking for a truely fine place to stay, you cannot go wrong at the Posada Luna del Sur. Memories of our experiences here will remain forever and we have vowed to return again. Our experience was far better than we ever expected.

Thank you Janet and Jack!!!

  • Liked — Cleanliness, location, hosts, cost
  • Disliked — n/a
  • Tips/Secrets: — great place to use as a base if you want
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay December 2006
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since January 02, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for A romantic getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Families with young children
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine, Shopping
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simply terrific

Posada Luna del Sur

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5 of 5 stars
susanac 15 contributions
new york
Dec 24, 2006 | Trip type: Couples
6/6 found this review helpful

Recently spent a very restful week here. Janet and Jack are the perfect hosts: friendly, informative, readily available but never intrusive. Our second-floor room was spotless, attractive, comfortable, practical. The size and power of the shower were an unexpected plus. Breakfast is light and delicious, and a pleasant opportunity to interact with hosts and guests. Location is convenient: walk to restaurants and bus station, quick cab ride to ruins, beaches and a big, modern supermarket. Noise not a problem for us; never heard music at night, and although we did hear roosters and turkeys, they never awakened us nor were they an annoyance. Considering that a main thoroughfare is just a block away, this is a tranquil location.

Tips: Bring your own beach towels and utensils. Also, the posada is located about two blocks beyond the end of the main avenue. Although there's a sign for it at the corner, there's none at the entrance to town. Both our transfer drivers had trouble finding it, and a couple of local cabbies were not familiar with it either (honestly; I speak Spanish and they were not trying to rip us off). So you might want to bring a map that shows the location (there's one at www.todotulum.com, for example).

  • Liked — the innkeepers
  • Disliked — no phone in room
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay December 2006
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since December 06, 2005
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Families with young children
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure
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Calle Luna Sur 5 | Tulum Pueblo, Tulum 77780, Mexico