Conrad Tulum Boasts Drink And Dining Options Galore in A Stunning Oceanfront Setting

The Riviera Maya has a shiny new gem located a short 20 minute drive from downtown Tulum. A bastion of easy elegance, The Conrad is the newest hotel from Hilton’s luxury brand with all the chic bells and whistles. Guests are greeted with towering wooden doors, hand carved by local artisans and reflecting Mayan architecture nestled comfortably around the who property. Situated on a private bay on the Caribbean sea, the hotel has 349 rooms ringing the property. A hand-woven macrame installation graces the lobby, a nod to the Yucatan weaving tradition, with roughly 7,058 separate strings. Don’t miss the hanging birdcage chairs nestled into the alcoves, an idyllic spot to relax, or lounge by one of the secluded pools. Traverse jungle paths connecting rooms to the beach and main hotel area. Head to the spa for a local specialty the four-hands massage or a guided meditation and treatment in one of their private casitas.

The best part of any vacation all comes down to the food and drink. Conrad Tulum boasts six bars and five restaurants with options for even the most implacable of travelers. With so many options, the hardest part of vacation will be deciding where to eat. Poolside and casual options include visiting one of three chiringuitos which function as a high end snack bars. Everything from guacamole to ceviche, rib eye tlayudas or shrimp and skirt steak tacos. An all day café called Cafétal has coffee and pastries from 7AM to 7PM. With a dedicated oceanside space on the beach, the hotel has created the perfect setting for a sunset wedding or private dinner.

Mornings are for Arbolea’s breakfast buffet which is so bountiful you might just end up skipping lunch. From chilaquiles to tamales with add ons like nopales, chorizo and more. Mornings wouldn’t be complete without standard western breakfast classics like bacon, eggs, overnight oats and sensational french toast cooked to order. Balance out last night’s reveries with a selection of freshly squeezed green juices and local fruit sliced on the spot.

Ukai is your go-to for expertly crafted nibbles like sushi, sashimi and much, much more. The sustainably caught options abound at this sleek dinner spot that feels like you’ve been transported to Japan just for the night. Dishes span the gamut from classic to experimental like a riff on a tuna tostada with sturgeon caviar, kanpachi and truffle sashimi or even spicy sesame ramen are stunningly displayed and maybe too good to share. The cocktail list is expertly curated by an onsite mixologist for that perfect sip to round out the meal.

The izakaya-inspired menu at Kengai is fun for the whole family. A restaurant that skillfully combines dumplings and skewers of various meats and join a teppanyaki 8-course menu and side dishes to create dinner and a show. The chefs at Kengai are trained to cook dishes to order, hibachi-style, with a flair for flavor. Cold dishes like poke come packed with salmon or seared tuna with add-ons like dulce, jicama and a sweet spicy eel sauce. Finish with shockingly good mango sticky rice to finish the evening on a sweet note.

Live your epicurean dreams at Autor. With dish after elevated dish crafted by Chef Jeraí Miranda blending precision and craft with local specialties. Enjoy dishes like roasted bone marrow with manzano pepper sauce, corn tortilla and a sprinkling of grasshopper. Or the shrimp campeche served with a delicate sauce of fermented xonocostle and cacahuacintle corn varietals. While the Wagyu steak is always a good choice, don’t miss the Yucatan suckling pig, rubbed with recado spices and slow cooked until tender.

Enjoy a celebration of all things Mediterranean at Maratea. Decorated with blue and white tiles, cozy banquettes and even a display of high end Extra Virgin olive oils perfect for dipping. While the menu spans regional cuisines including North Africa, Spain, Greece and Turkey, the attention to detail is evident. From house made pita bread to dolma and babaganoush, sharing is absolutely necessary. The selection of grilled fish and meats is outstanding from lamb to striped bass, head-on shrimp and beyond. Don’t miss the salt crusted fish of the day for an extra special treat.