Mi Amor Boutique Hotel: Babymoon Bliss in Tulum

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Babymoons are one of the hottest travel trends as more and more couples book a quiet escape before the newborn arrives and changes everything. Mi Amor, a beautiful resort tucked inside Tulum’s Jaguar National Park, was built for exactly that kind of trip. It’s an adults-only hotel designed around romance and calm.

Each of the 20 rooms comes with private plunge pool or shaded terrace facing the sea, and everything about the hotel — daybeds, cliffside cabanas, spa treatments for two — is meant to give couples space to slow down and stay close.

Editor’s Note: The writer was hosted.

Overall Impressions

Designed with couples in mind, the hotel’s layout encourages intimacy: love seats built for two line the infinity pool, spa treatments are offered in open-air jungle cabanas and the restaurant’s cliffside tables are spaced to make each meal feel like a private occasion. The romantic hotel designs tailor-made experiences based on what the soon-to-be-parents are dreaming of for their special getaway.

Perched on a dramatic rocky bluff inside Tulum’s recently designated Jaguar National Park, Mi Amor channels the sultry glamour of 1950s Acapulco with a tropical twist. With only 20 rooms, the vibe is more private villa than resort—meaning you have uninterrupted access to that protected coastline without beach club crowds or scooter noise. And yes, being inside the park boundary does require a small daily entry fee—but it also grants access to walking trails, rituals of local wildlife conservation and views you simply can’t beat.

SheBuysTravel Tip: One of the most romantic experiences on the property is Mi Amor’s private, candlelit cliffside dinners. Spots are limited and book up quickly, so email the concierge ahead of time to lock in a sunset reservation during your stay.

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Accommodations

Plunge pool on patio of Mi Amor in Tulum. — Beachfront rooms come with a private plunge pool. Photo credit: Colibri Boutique Hotels

Each of Mi Amor’s 20 rooms blends chic, minimalist design with the kind of Caribbean views that make you slow down and stay awhile. Some have sweeping ocean panoramas that feel like they’re pulled from a movie scene, while others open to the lush, tropical gardens alive with birdsong.

My room had a private plunge pool right off the terrace — a serious luxury when you can slip in for a soak under the stars without ever leaving your robe. It’s one of those features that makes you want to plan your entire day around doing absolutely nothing.

Inside, a king‑size bed dressed in crisp linens invites long, lazy mornings you won’t get much of once the baby arrives. Rainfall showers double as spa moments, and thoughtful touches—a Nespresso machine for coffee on the terrace, a Bluetooth speaker for your favorite playlist and sand‑toned decor that nods to the hotel’s vintage‑glamour roots—make it easy to stay wrapped in comfort all day.

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Dining

Chairs and tables in Mi Amor restaurant. — Eat breakfast in the water at Mi Amor’s onsite restaurant. Photo credit: Colibri Boutique Hotels

The open-air onsite restaurant serves a Mediterranean-inspired menu with plenty of pregnancy-friendly options like grilled vegetables, handmade pastas, fresh-caught fish and mocktails made with fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs. Meals can be taken in the main dining area or in one of the private cabanas lining the cliffside, where you can linger over dinner without feeling rushed. Room service is also available, for nights when you’d rather stay in robes and take your time.

Bartenders are as skilled at making mocktails and smoothies as they are in making margaritas. My favorite alcohol-free drink was the Jungle Fever, a tropical blend of pineapple, avocado, mint, basil, vanilla and agave. The creamy drink hits the right balance between sweet and herbaceous.

When you’re ready to mix things up, wander seven minutes down the coast to Mezzanine, Mi Amor’s sister property.

Set high on a rocky bluff, the open‑air dining room frames endless Caribbean blues. A constant breeze sweeps through the space as the sound of the surf sets a tranquil mood. The menu, a contemporary twist on Mexican coastal classics, serves up perfectly seasoned dishes like grilled shrimp, zesty papaya salad, and fiery green curry. This is a delicious spot for a comfortable outing during a stay at Mi Amor.

SheBuysTravel Tip: If you’d rather not walk, hop on the quirky hotel trolley for the short ride.

Amenities

Private cabanas at Mi Amor in Tulum. — Private cabanas allow couples an exclusive view of the Caribbean Sea’s famous turquoise coastline. Photo credit: Colibri Boutique Hotels

Mi Amor was built to help couples slow down—no planning required. The centerpiece is a small split-level infinity pool, bordered by shaded stone cabanas just above the waterline. I loved settling into a suspended hammock chair over the pool with my toes skimming the cool water as time simply drifted by.

The onsite spa is especially thoughtful toward mom-to-be needs. The relaxing prenatal massage uses gentle pressure focused on the back and a lymphatic drainage massage on the legs — perfect for relieving the tension and fluid retention that can come with pregnancy. The full treatment menu includes hot-stone massages, cacao body wraps, chocolate scrubs and flowery soaking baths, all offered in open-air jungle cabanas for that tropical connection.

And when we felt like doing something more social (without wandering far), we signed up for a cocktail class right at the hotel. We learned to craft mezcal cocktails or mocktails poolside, with fresh seasonal fruit and playful instruction from the mixologists. It capped an unforgettable afternoon without needing to step off the property.

Jaguar National Park

Mi Amor’s setting inside Tulum’s newly established Jaguar National Park means nature isn’t just nearby—it’s right outside your door. The park protects over 600 hectares of jungle and pristine coastline, and I loved how easy it was to wander straight from my room to eco‑trails shaded by palms and ceiba trees.

Along the way, I spotted spider monkeys swinging in the canopy and flashes of bright plumage from toucans and other native birds. Climb one of the park’s lookout towers and you’ll get a rare double view: turquoise Caribbean to one side, endless green jungle to the other.

Within the park, you can also explore a compact archaeological zone with a handful of atmospheric Mayan structures. A free electric shuttle loops between trailheads, or you can explore on foot at your own pace.

One morning, I hopped on a rental bike and pedaled three minutes to a secluded stretch of protected beach—perfect for a quiet swim or snorkeling among grazing sea turtles. If you’d rather have a guide, the front desk can set up a trip with a local outfitter who knows the best spots.

And of course, the famed Tulum Ruins are just 4 km north. I biked there along flat, shaded paths, locking up to wander through the cliff‑top temples before cooling off at the beach below.

Inside the park, well‑marked trails and interpretive signs connect the ruins, beaches, bike routes and small exhibits showcasing the region’s wildlife and plant life.

Cost

Relaxing area at Mi Amor in Tulum. — Spend the day in a hammock chair floating above the water. Photo credit: Colibri Boutique Hotels

A three-night babymoon getaway to Tulum typically costs between $1,700 and $2,000 USD for two people, including airfare, airport transfers, the room, meals and a few small extras like a massage or mocktails by the pool.

Room rates at Mi Amor usually range from $175 to $225 USD per night, with some seasonal variation.

Getting There

Mi Amor is located inside Jaguar National Park, about 90 minutes south of Cancún International Airport or just 45 minutes from the newer Tulum International Airport. Most travelers arrive by private transfer or rental car, though taxis from the Tulum bus terminal or nearby hotels are also an option.

Because the hotel sits within the protected park zone, all visitors must pass through a checkpoint and pay a small conservation fee.