La Bahia Principe in Akumal

There are many places to stay on your vacation to Akumal, so it's important to find a place that will keep you happy for your entire trip. In Akumal, they don't really have hotels, they have condos. The difference isn't big, hotels usually have hundreds of rooms, while the condos in Akumal usually have about 10 rooms per building. The condos also feel more like a home, not just a room you're renting.

When you're deciding where to stay for your vacation, there are a few things to consider. If you're planning on leaving Akumal to take day trips to Playa del Carmen or Tulum, you might consider renting a condo on the south side of Akumal. You will have less distance to travel when leaving and returning to Akumal. But if your plan is to spend as much time as possible in Akumal, you should consider staying at La Bahia.

La Bahia is located a little farther north than most other condos, but this definitely has advantages. You can walk almost anywhere on the "Half Moon Bay" side of Akumal. The Yal Ku Lagoon is only a five minute walk north from La Bahia, and Central Akumal is a five minute walk south. This puts you in a prime spot for snorkeling in Akumal, because you're right next to almost all the hot spots.

Like most other condos in Akumal, La Bahia is located right on the beach, so you're never more than a few feet from the beach and the ocean. But because these condos are farther north than the other condos, you will have less company on the beach. If you do want to socialize, you can walk south on the beach for about 10 minutes until you find La Buena Vida. There are always a lot of people at the restaurant and bar, and it's right on the beach too!

Every unit in La Bahia has air conditioning, so if it gets too hot outside you can retreat to your condo for a siesta. You can take a nap or watch some TV, because every room also has a color television with a satellite dish. A great way to beat the heat, and keep the kids entertained for a while. La Bahia also provides wireless internet access, which is something many other condos do not provide. They also provide you with a full kitchen, including a dish washer, oven, refrigerator, sink and everything else you need in the kitchen. This is great if you want to save a little money and make your own lunch or dinner, instead of eating out.

Prices for a stay at La Bahia are about $150 a night for a 1 room, and $180 a night for a 2 room condo. I've stayed in many condos during my visits to Akumal. Most of them offer similar services and perks, but La Bahia is a lot farther north than most other condos. The added isolation can be very good if you want to spend time alone with your family or spouse on your vacation.