Reviews of Beachfront Hammock Heaven

Turtles on the beach, the Bikini Bar, the location, the view from the pool area, ample parking

The pool was green, we could not swim in it. Caretaker told owner it was clean, but it was not safe to swim in, no cleaning had been done. The beach was not accessible due to wall of sargassum, this is seasonal but no effort was made to clear it beachfront. The door would not open upon arrival, had to wait a day to have lock replaced, was moved to an unprepared front house for the night, then moved into original Casita. The Casita roof leaked into the bedroom, soaking our suitcase and leaving water on the floor. Our seating area out front was not clean (bird poop and wet petals), caretaker said he would clean it, but that did not happen. Owner was very responsive, but not on site.

The apartment was the perfect size. The views were amazing and the location very peaceful. We enjoyed cooking and just hanging out. The complex was pretty much empty when we went so it felt like we had the pool and beach to ourselves the whole time.

A Perfect Beachfront Escape in Akumal – Truly a Hammock Heaven! Akumal has always been our favorite destination in the Riviera Maya, and our recent stay at Beachfront Hammock Heaven only reinforced that! Ideally situated about halfway between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, Akumal offers the perfect balance of beauty, tranquility, and accessibility. I highly recommend renting a car to make the most of all the nearby attractions. This was our first time staying at Beachfront Hammock Heaven, and it exceeded our expectations. The condo is exactly what my husband and I needed—peaceful, private, and stunningly beautiful. Pros: • A large, silky sand beach just steps away, complete with private loungers and a hammock—perfect for relaxing in the sun or shade. • Excellent snorkeling right off the beach with vibrant marine life. • Plenty of parking available, which is rare and much appreciated. • A spacious rooftop patio with comfortable loungers, couches, and a dining table—ideal for sunrise coffee or evening cocktails. • Close proximity to restaurants in Akumal Bay, giving us a great selection without needing to travel far. • A very comfortable king-size bed and a large, modern shower made the condo feel like a boutique hotel. • The balcony view is breathtaking, overlooking the beach and Caribbean Sea. We were even lucky enough to enjoy a full moon during our stay, from the hammock with the ocean breeze—unforgettable!

Cons: • The listing on Booking.com mentions front desk services, evening entertainment, a nightclub, a restaurant, and a convenience store on site, which are not actually available. This seems to be a case of Booking.com using generic or inaccurate descriptors, not the fault of the owner. Still, the listing should be corrected to reflect the true amenities.

Our stay was excellent! We enjoyed the view from the balcany .The beach was not crowded and it was cleaned every day from seaweed. You can snorkel there as it has a variety of fish there. If you want a more quiet and relaxing place away from all the noise and people this is it. Free parking is available. All needed facilities are available in the kitchen to prepare something for you. Would recommend this apartment definitely.

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This condo was absolutely the perfect place for me and my boyfriend to stay during Semana Santa. It was so wonderful to have the beach right there the whole time. We could fall asleep to the sound of ocean waves and anytime we wanted to spend time on the beach, we had a private palapa with comfortable chairs, a hammock and shade! The location was absolutely perfect and it was so easy to hop on the main road and go explore the cenotes in the area or drive into Akumal Pueblo or Akumal Playa for a great meal. There was also a great little restaurant a very short walking distance away right on the beach, which was lovely. Joan provided plenty of towels and we had everything that we needed in order to make some simple meals at the condo during our stay. Eating on the porch was wonderful, and always felt very private due to the landscaping and the design of the building. Even though it was Semana Santa and there is a hotel and hotel guests on the property, it felt very chill and calm. It was never noisy or super crowded at the beach or the pool. This location is convenient for accessing the more touristy areas nearby but does not itself feel touristy. Joan said that she spent several years to find the perfect spot in the Caribbean, and she really did find it. I would 100% stay here again.

Loved our time here... the apartment has everything you could possibly need and want, super comfortable bed and great kitchen and balcony 😍 host is wonderful. Didn't want to leave! Would definitely get a hire car next time as a bit remote from shops etc. Misael the massage therapist is an angel highly recommend, his card is on the fridge. Great value and I will miss waking up to the sound of waves. Thank you Joan

The location was perfect and the condo really well stocked with everything you'll need

Excellant location for snorkelling. Met a great couple from Tulsa that had a wealth of information about the area and the property. They made the vacation for us. A/C worked well. All appliances in working order. Good communication with owner. Purified water available. Felt very safe on property.

The unit was cluttered with storage for the owners belongings. Pillows smelled very musty and needed changing. Very difficult time getting fresh towels. They are not provided every few days like other rentals we have been to in the past. Not enough chairs and palapas on the beach so be prepared to get up early and place your towel down. People do not abide by signs designating HammockHeavens chairs and palapa so be prepared to be up at dawn. Sewer smell in toilet area. Unit flooded during rain storm and that got the owners attention. It was then that the run around on where to find towels stopped and we were finally given towels. We stayed here 11 nights and didn't think it unreasonable to want fresh ones. .

Right on the Beach

Didn’t stay longer

In a calm and quiet area with its private beach which makes it really enjoyable. Very Mexican athmosphere you have everything what you need in the house to feel like home. Joan was very helpful, even let us stay and check out later as our plane was leaving later in the afternoon.

Great location. Lovely sandy beach.

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Great location!

The inconsistency of power was interesting, but did not take away from the property or stay. It was weather related and added to the experience.

Excellent location, great terrace, and incredible sleeping with the sea waves and breeze

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Perfect location, amazing view, fantastic beach, kitchen had everything we needed for a 4 day stay for 2 people. Bed is sooo comfortable! Front porch and back patio were great places to hang out. There are beach lounge chairs on the beach. Nice pool in front of the ocean. Owner has a book in the condo with detailed recommendations. To enjoy the fish swimming near the beach, bring water shoes and a snorkel set.

Aventuras Akumal is accessible for people like us who do not have a car and use public transportation. However the owner was not familiar with the public transportation options. We were able to figure things out by ourselves. We needed to get to Akumal from Cancún and we needed to stop for groceries on the way there. We figured it out in the end and had no issues. Take ADO bus to Playa, get groceries there, and then take either colectivo or taxi from Playa to Aventuras Akumal. If colectiva, ask to be dropped off at the puente peatonal so you may cross safely. From the puente, walk across the highway on the pedestrian footbridge and follow backwards to Aventuras Akumal. Condo is in the building at the end of road.

great place with a great location at the beach. beautiful wall paintings, nice terrace. Responsive host

The location on the beach is perfect overlooking the ocean, sitting on the balcony or lying in bed listening to the ocean was fantastic. The pool and beach are ideal for swimming and relaxing.

The location is perfect for a quiet isolated beach break. However, due to this you are limited (without a hire car) due to no options for local restaurants or a grocers/ATM - we tried the nearby Bikini beach bar which was fine but limited menu options. The adjacent hotel next door required an expensive day pass to eat or drink there. I would advise a hire car to make the most of your stay here.