Akumal's Vista del Mar Luxury Beachfront Condominiums
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| Wheelchair Accessible : No |
Smoking : Yes |
Pets : Yes |
| 1-3 Bedroom(s) |
1-3 Bathroom(s) |
Sleeps 2-7 |
| Bed Set Up: King, queen, double, twin. |
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Property Information |
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Vista del Mar Condos offer all the convenience of a luxury resort with on-site restaurant, reception desk, dive shop and convenience store. Located right on the beach, every condo has a view!
Relax in our studios, or two and three bedroom condominiums. Enjoy uninterrupted panoramic views of Half Moon Bay. King size beds in the master bedrooms, central a/c, prompt and attentive daily maid service, private balconies and patios.
3 bedroom / 3 bath condos: 1600 sq ft
2 bedroom / 2 bath condos: 1125 sq ft
Hotel rooms: 300 sq ft
Central A/C
Safe
Kitchen with microwave, toaster, and blender.
Open plan living and dining areas
Patio and/or balcony with hammock. chairs, and table.
Satellite television
Daily maid service
Purified water
Small swimming pool on property
110 currency-same as the USA
CD player
VCR's and videos available for nightly hire
Bedding:
3 bedroom condo has King bed, queen be, full bed and twin bed.
2 bedroom condo has King bed, full be, and twin bed.
Studio has one King bed.
Hotel rooms have one queen bed.
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| Rate Information - | Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice. |
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3 Bedroom Condos Nightly Rates
Dec 19 - Jan 3 - $375
Jan 4 - April 30 - $290
May 1 - Dec 18 - $175
2 Bedroom Condo Nightly Rates
Dec 19 - Jan 3 - $320
Jan 4 - April 30 - $220
May 1 - Dec 18 - $140
Beachfront Hotel rooms with queen bed and a/c
Dec 19 - Jan 3 - $130
Jan 4 - April 30 - $90
May 1 - Dec 18 - $75
12% Tax is not included in nightly rates.
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Mexico Vacation Rentals - Year Round
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| Property Amenities |
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- Air Conditioning
| - Balcony
| - Beach Access
| - Beach Chairs
| - Beach Front
| - Beach Towels
| - Ceiling Fan(s)
| - Linens Provided
| - Ocean View
| - Patio
| - Tile Floors
| - Water Front
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- Blender
| - Coffee Maker
| - Filtered Water/Ice
| - Full Refrigerator
| - Microwave
| - Stove
| - Toaster
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- Biking Nearby
| - Boating
| - Deep Sea Fishing
| - Fishing Nearby
| - Historic Area Nearby
| - Horseback Riding Nearby
| - Pool (Private)
| - Restaurant Nearby
| - Restaurant Onsite
| - SCUBA Diving Nearby
| - Shopping
| - Swimming
| - Weddings
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Amenities like our pool, The Mango Cafe, and The Corner Store are steps away from your door.
Akumal Dive Adventures and La Buena Vida Restaurant and Bar are a short stroll along the beach. Enjoy the freedom of being able to choose what to do and when to do it, as well as being able to cook for yourself if you desire in the fully equipped kitchens.
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| Property Activities |
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Akumal was once a sprawling coconut plantation accessible only by water until the 1960's. Populated later by divers, Akumal became the headquarters for serious divers in search of underwater treasures. Akumal maintains its tranquil way of life, with beautiful beaches and world renowned coral reefs.
The Natural Beauty
Akumal is situated between the beaches of the Caribbean and the inland jungle, creating an opportunity to see a wide array of tropical flora and fauna. The jungle is full of palm trees, bromeliads, and orchids, supporting animal life and providing the local population with many resources. The Mayans have long utilized these plants for food, medicine, and building materials. Examples of local architecture can be seen in the "palapa" style thatched roofs that are still used today.
The abundance of plant life supports an amazing variety of animal species. Many mammals live in the jungle including spider and howler monkeys, coatimundis or tejons, foxes, opossums, raccoons, tapirs, anteaters, porcupines, armadillos, deer, jaguars and tepescuincle (a strange nocturnal animal with the body of a small pig, a face like a rabbit, and the teeth of a beaver). The best time to see wildlife activity is after dusk or at sunrise.
Many species of native birds depend on both ocean and jungle life for food, making Akumal an amazing place for bird watching. Some of the birds commonly seen in the jungle are the grackle, Yucatan flycatcher, Yucatan whippoorwill, orange oriole, the beautiful quetzal, parakeets and rare sightings of toucans. The ocean views from Vista del Mar offer great opportunities to watch seabirds including pelicans, frigate birds, plovers, gulls, sooty terns, and egrets. Bring your binoculars!
Tarantulas, lizards, snakes, and crocodiles also call the jungle home. Fortunately these creatures tend to stay away from the beach and populated areas. However, you will see plenty of rock iguanas sunning themselves around Akumal. At night you might hear a chorus of geckos. These are harmless lizards that are usually found in pairs. Besides bats, geckos are one of the biggest consumers of mosquitoes and other small insects.
Sea Life
The Caribbean supports a wide variety of sea life including lobster, octopus, stingrays, colorful reef fish and sea turtles. Keep your eyes on the ocean in front of Vista del Mar, as sightings of parrot fish, turtles, and rays are a daily occurrence. In Mayan, Akumal means "the place of the turtle". You are likely to encounter green sea turtles if you snorkel in the turtle grass, their favorite hang-out. Every year between May and October, loggerheads and green sea turtles emerge from the ocean to lay their eggs on the beaches of Half Moon Bay and surrounding areas. These turtles lay approximately 70,000 eggs every year. This is an area of primary importance for the turtles, and the people of Akumal take great pride in making sure the turtles’ nesting sites and beaches are preserved. The best time to view these turtles laying eggs or nests hatching are at night during the full moon. The shy hawksbill turtle also calls this region home, favoring areas near the reef. Turtles are beautiful serene animals that should be enjoyed from a distance and never touched.
Snorkeling
The snorkeling right out in front of Vista del Mar is excellent. Different species of coral and tropical fish are abundant. For a local coral and fish identification guide or snorkeling tips for the area please stop by Akumal Dive Adventures located next to La Buena Vida Bar and Restaurant.
Fishing
Sport fishing is popular in the area. The best months are April through July. Mahi Mahi, king fish, wahoo, tuna, sailfish, and marlin are all in season. All sports fish are catch and release.
Akumal Dive Adventures runs two-hour fishing trips throughout the year any time of the day.
The cost is $90/for four people and $30 for any additional hour thereafter. Depending on the season, we catch sailfish, marlin, wahoo, mahi-mahi, tuna, and barracuda.
The boat accommodates 4-6 people comfortably. We include a captain, a first mate, and drinks. It is best to make a reservations in advance to secure your date, but can also be made by dropping by the dive shop and signing up for the next trip.
Open 8-5 daily.
La Buena Vida Restaurant
Enjoy excellent Caribbean and Mexican food right on the beach, or in the upstairs dining room overlooking Half Moon Bay. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, with pool-side service at lunchtime. The bar is a popular hang-out with a sandy floor, swinging bar stools, sea serpent skeletons, and cool tropical atmosphere.
Tour Akumal by Bicycle
Take a leisurely ride around Akumal and explore the beaches, lagoon, restaurants, and gift shops in town. Beach cruisers are for rent at the Vista del Mar reception desk. There are also some fun longer rides not far from town. Cross the highway, continue on the main road up the hill past the town and out into the jungle. Don't forget your bug spray! The access road along the main highway is also a good ride. Head south on this unpaved road for some good exercise.
Take a walk to Yal-ku Lagoon
Grab your snorkeling gear, a towel, and head down the road to the lagoon. An easy 5 minute walk from Vista del Mar, a minimal entry fee is charged to use this protected lagoon. By paying the fee you will be helping protect the unspoiled beauty of Yal-ku. Please refrain from wearing sunscreen in the lagoon, as it upsets the natural ecosystem.
Robinson Crusoe Tour
A five hour excursion that leaves Akumal Bay at 10:00 AM. You sail, fish, and snorkel in a secluded bay. Then the crew prepares the day's catch for lunch while you swim, hike, explore, or just relax. Reservations are recommended.
Water Activities
Akumal Dive Adventures offers a fully equipped dive and water sports center. Located on the beach between Vista del Mar and La Buena Vida Restaurant, the shop rents snorkel, kayak, and windsurf gear. Akumal Dive Adventures runs professional dive tours to reefs along the coast of Akumal. In addition, cenote, cavern, snorkeling, and diver certification programs are available.
Cenotes and Caves
The Yucatan Peninsula is made of limestone formations which have been eroded by the constant movement of water creating an extensive underground river and cave system. As a result, cenotes are the natural fresh and brackish water sinkholes that offer great snorkeling and cave/cavern diving. This unique hollow landscape has some of the most amazing dive sites in the world.
Mango Cafe- for breakfast and great coffee. Open 7 am - noon daily.
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| Testimonials |
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We found that Akumal was our favourite of the three destinations we visited during our recent visit to the Mexican Riviera. It was the most clean and quietest of locations and we plan to come back! We really enjoyed the hotel and the support the staff provided to make our stay optimal.
Had a wonderful time in Akumal. I enjoyed my stay at Vista Del Mar. The people I had contact with in the office were both pleasurable and helpful. I loved the view and being so close to the ocean. The hotel was quiet - which was great, and I would love to visit again!
We had a wonderful time in Akumal, and our experience at Vista del Mar was superb. We had a 2-bedroom condo, Unit 3. We were very favorably impressed not only by the comfort and style of the condo, but also by the attention to small amenities, such as the purified drinking water that is provided. The staff members that we encountered were extremely helpful and courteous.
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| Reservation Information |
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Heidi
| | | Day Phone: 888-425-8625 | | | Fax: 505-988-3882 |
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