Tulum , the most hipster Mayan city in the Mexican Caribbean, always surprises us. In this little paradise in the state of Quintana Roo there is a bohemian and chic aura that we love.
It is the favorite destination for those looking for different hotels (most with jungle architecture, which adapts to the environment and go unnoticed), practice yoga, meditation, relax with holistic therapies, or simply enjoy good cuisine.
We have already given you many reasons to visit Tulum, but there are more. Altar is the project of Alexander Landsberg and his partner, who after traveling all over the world, decided to settle here and open these design apartments for travelers built by Terreo Studio . The curious thing about these 7 apartments is that each one has its own aesthetic and are full of small details that invite you to stay forever. And if it's not forever, it's for a long season.
The altar facade.
TULUM ALTAR: PURE TRAVEL INSPIRATION
But what is it exactly? “Altar Tulum is a residential project, which opened in 2021, with a total of seven apartments (a total of 1,200 m2), located in the bohemian neighborhood in Tulum, weather vane ”, Alexander explains to Traveler.es.
Of these, four have 1 or 2 bedrooms on the ground floor, and three Penhouses with 2 to 3 bedrooms on 3 floors. What we highlight about them are their open, clean spaces, the commitment to constructions with warm, natural materials and lots of light. “The idea, as always, in our projects is to break with common standards, not to make the building look like an apartment complex, but create a building that is not recognizable . That is, make it a mystery from the outside, ”he adds.
Private pools or relaxing oasis.
A trip to Greece inspired the style of the apartments, some with their own swimming pools, small tropical gardens, some with waterfalls, and intimate and pleasant rooms. White stone and natural materials from the area helped make the finishes even more idyllic . "Each apartment feels like a home, with large outdoor areas and private pools."
For the interior, they had Mexican marble and white chukum finishes (ancient material of Mexican architecture) on ceilings and walls, in addition to adding local wood for doors, kitchens and windows, which are also handmade.
One of the rooms at Casa Copal.
Currently, they have 13 apartments on the Airbnb rental platform. Its price ranges from 200 to 400 euros, depending on the square meters. Copal House it is the highest priced penthouse of all, but it is also pure inspiration. With capacity for five people, it is located in Altar Tulum, it has a beautiful private pool on the roof.
Its salt water is designed to reduce stress from the environment and is beneficial for the skin. As a complement to the swimming pool, a terrace with covered space and pleasant cushions so as not to move throughout the day.