***SLEEPS UP TO 24 PPL*** Welcome to Nocturna Sahara, a custom-designed villa made of 2 adjoining townhouses w/ 4 private plunge pools, 8 bedrooms, 2 kitchens, 2 rooftop bars, & beautiful rooftop lounges with fire pits overlooking Tulum National Park. This one-of-a-kind property, inspired by Moroccan & contemporary design, offers hotel-quality mattresses, pillows & linens, & fantastic shared amenities including small gym, swimming pool, ping-pong & pool table, & climbing wall. The space Nocturna Sahara is our second design project in Mexico. We custom-designed nearly every piece of furniture, collaborating with local artisans. Here are some highlights of the space: ★ Rejuvenate in heated sunken saltwater pools below 2-story Moroccan arches (one on each side of the house) ★ Cool off in the 2 private rooftop plunge pools ★ We're fans of craft cocktails and include a self-serve cocktail bar so you can whip up a nice drink anytime of day. You supply the liquor, we supply some liqueurs, bitters, and bar tools ★ Cook or allow our personal chef to prepare your meals in the fully-equipped kitchens with gas range. Nespresso machines, capsules, coffee, tea, and spices included. There's also a Ninja blender if you want to make yourself fresh juices or shakes ★ Work from home with 200mbps fiber optic mesh wifi ★ Savor sunsets from the private rooftop lounge with a gas fire pit and spectacular views of Tulum National Park ★ There are yoga mats available for use. Beautiful spots on the rooftop for sunrise yoga. Private instructor available upon request ★ 4k ultra HD Smart TVs in all bedrooms and living rooms with Netflix. ★ Sonos wireless home sound system SHARED AMENITIES The private community has many other great amenities available to guests: ✔ Small gym ✔ Resort Style 25m Pool ✔ Yoga area ✔ BBQ areas ✔ Rock climbing wall ✔ Pool table and ping-pong table ✔ Lounge/bar space ✔ 24-hour security guard and gated entrance DEDICATED CONCIERGE Valeria will greet you upon arrival and serve as your expert concierge before and during your stay. She can arrange everything from airport transfers, tours, restaurant reservations, and groceries, to any number of high-touch services. LOCATION This is a uniquely secluded and magical place to stay in Tulum—close to nature and history, yet walking distance to downtown's restaurants and bars. Playa Paraiso and the Tulum ruins are less then 10 minutes away by bike. From the property, you're within a 10-min walk to downtown Tulum, including groceries, restaurants, bars, etc. The development is very safe, surrounded by an electric fence with gated entrance and a 24-hour security guard, so only registered guests and owners can enter. As soon as you exit the development, there is a police checkpoint on the main road. We highly recommend biking in Tulum, but there’s dedicated parking if you decide to rent a car. We can also provide a private driver or numbers for some local taxis, though you’ll usually get the best price hailing a taxi on the street. ✔ Only a 10-minute bike ride to the beach and Tulum's Ruins ✔ Start of hotel zone 15 minutes by bike ✔ 5-minute walk to an Oxxo (small convenience store), Starbucks, and grocery ✔ 10-minute walk to downtown Tulum, including restaurants, bars, grocery stores, etc ✔ Dedicated parking on premises ☆☆☆SPECIAL SERVICES☆☆☆ ~ Prices available upon request~ ✔ Personal Chef ✔ Cocktail Service ✔ Private Yoga Classes ✔ In-House Massage ✔ Daily Housekeeping ✔ Professional decorator for special occasions ✔ Private Airport Transportation ✔ Private Chauffeur ✔ Bike Rentals ✔ Yacht Rentals ✔ Tours & Excursions Other things to note Power outages are not uncommon in Tulum. We do our best to keep our guests comfortable when this happens but want you to be aware of the possibility in advance.

## The Space

Nocturna Sahara is a unique villa composed of two connected townhouses, featuring eight bedrooms, two kitchens, and four private plunge pools. The design blends Moroccan and contemporary styles, creating a distinctive atmosphere. Guests can enjoy two rooftop bars and beautiful rooftop lounges with fire pits that overlook Tulum National Park.

The villa includes hotel-quality mattresses, pillows, and linens. Shared amenities within the property include a small gym, a swimming pool, ping-pong and pool tables, and a climbing wall.

Highlights of the space:

- Heated sunken saltwater pools beneath two-story Moroccan arches, located on each side of the house
- Two private rooftop plunge pools for cooling off
- A self-serve cocktail bar stocked with liqueurs, bitters, and bar tools (guests provide their own liquor)
- Fully equipped kitchens with gas ranges, Nespresso machines, coffee capsules, tea, spices, and a Ninja blender for fresh juices or shakes
- High-speed 200 Mbps fiber optic mesh Wi-Fi for working remotely
- Private rooftop lounge with a gas fire pit and stunning views of Tulum National Park
- Yoga mats available with beautiful rooftop spots for sunrise yoga; private instructor available upon request
- 4K Ultra HD Smart TVs with Netflix in all bedrooms and living rooms
- Sonos wireless home sound system

## Shared Amenities

Guests have access to several community facilities, including:

- Small gym
- Resort-style 25-meter swimming pool
- Yoga area
- BBQ areas
- Rock climbing wall
- Pool table and ping-pong table
- Lounge and bar space
- 24-hour security guard and gated entrance

## Dedicated Concierge

Valeria will welcome you upon arrival and act as your expert concierge throughout your stay. She can assist with airport transfers, tours, restaurant reservations, grocery shopping, and various personalized services.

## Location

This villa offers a secluded and enchanting setting in Tulum, close to nature and historical sites while remaining within walking distance of downtown restaurants and bars. Playa Paraiso and the Tulum ruins are less than 10 minutes away by bike.

From the property, it is:

- A 10-minute walk to downtown Tulum, including groceries, restaurants, and bars
- A 10-minute bike ride to the beach and Tulum ruins
- A 15-minute bike ride to the start of the hotel zone
- A 5-minute walk to an Oxxo convenience store, Starbucks, and grocery stores

The gated community is very secure, featuring an electric fence, gated entrance, and 24-hour security. Only registered guests and owners may enter. A police checkpoint is located on the main road just outside the development.

Biking is highly recommended for getting around Tulum, though dedicated parking is available for those renting a car. Private drivers and local taxi contacts can be arranged, but street-hailing taxis often offer the best rates.

## Special Services

Prices available upon request. Services include:

- Personal chef
- Cocktail service
- Private yoga classes
- In-house massage
- Daily housekeeping
- Professional decorator for special occasions
- Private airport transportation
- Private chauffeur
- Bike rentals
- Yacht rentals
- Tours and excursions

## Other Information

Power outages can occasionally occur in Tulum. While efforts are made to ensure guest comfort during these times, it is important to be aware of this possibility in advance.

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8BR villa in Tulum

8BR, 4 pools: 2-villa compound for 24, centro - Villas for Rent in Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico

We adjusted fine- the 3rd floor leaks water all over when rains, toilet do not work well on second floor pools on roof top are not as clean, the clean crew did not clean like they should have someone else’s tooth brush was left in the shower, so the little things that make you frown- also we did not have access to the large pool or pool table due to remodeling so we spent extra money to enjoy pool access at another location which really took me over budget.

Our stay was absolutely perfect! The hosts went above and beyond, helping us with everything from event planning to arranging transportation. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care made our trip seamless and stress-free. Truly a 10/10 experience, we couldn’t have asked for better

Thank you very much ! We’re glad you had such a great stay and experience :) Our dedicated concierge Valeria will be happy to read your feedback!

The house was very clean. Val gave us so many local recommendations of places to eat and even set up all of our concierge services for various beach clubs and our Tequila Tasting at the house. She was super responsive for any and all issues.

Thank you so much Ravyn! We’re really glad you enjoyed the dedication of our dedicated concierge Val, who plays a major role within our team :)

Awesome stay! Great place! Gives you a flavor of downtown Tulum, the Tulum beach area, and excursions north of the location!

Thank you very much Harjit! We’re really glad you enjoyed your stay and the location of the property :)

Hosts were super responsive and very helpful on the trip! Huge shoutout Val on the team for responding almost instantly whenever we needed anything. Made the stay very smooth and accommodating!

Thank you very much Brandon. We’re glad your stay went smoothly and you enjoyed Val’s dedicated concierge service. She truly is a key member of our team

We had a great time! Hosts were very friendly and it was in a great location. Would definitely be aware of the split between the houses but we just meshed a lot of things together to feel more united. Be aware of the 10 pm curfew (very strict) and limited hot water.

Ben’s place was beautiful and Valeria was amazing.  Also responsive and very helpful.

Thank you very much! We’re all really glad you enjoyed the place and the excellent service provided by our dedicated concierge, Val :)

It was good, good place, nice. Quite large, we were 16 people and quite spacious for everyone, however the fact that they are two houses united made us distance a little. The only bad thing I can say is the guard, nothing friendly... since the arrival we asked for help he did not cooperate with anything. Quite rude, he told me that time of arrival that we could not make noise after 10 and it is correct, so it was clarified from the beginning, I kindly told him that we were a big group and to control the sound could be difficult but to let me know and we lowered the noise just that… however, instead of telling us that we were making noise it came from nothing recording us and invading privacy and threatening that I would call the police… The rest was fine, the billiard was a little neglected but from that outside the property was pretty nice.

Estuvo bien, buen lugar, agradable. Bastante grande, fuimos 16 personas y bastante espacioso para todos, sin embargo el hecho de que sean dos casas unidas nos hizo distanciarnos un poco. Lo único malo que puedo decir es el guardia, nada amigable… desde la llegada que le pedimos ayuda no cooperaba con nada. Bastante grosero, me comentó ese momento de la llegada que no podíamos hacer ruido después de las 10 y es correcto, así se aclaró desde un principio, yo le dije amablemente que éramos un grupo grande y controlar el sonido podía ser difícil pero que me avisara y le bajamos al ruido solo eso… sin embargo, en lugar de avisarnos que estábamos haciendo ruido llegaba de la nada grabándonos e invadiendo privacidad y amenazando que llamaría a la policía… El resto estuvo bien, el billar un poco descuidado pero de ahí en fuera bastante linda la propiedad.

The hosts were soooo helpful in coordinatng our trip! Quentin answered right away when I asked about the bnb and Val was basically our trip coordinator/concierge! I can't say enough nice things about them. It was very clean, had plenty of towels and separate beach towels as well. The only bad part was that we booked this for a bachelor/bachelorette, and I did not know that the walls were so thin. We really did not have music on that loud, but with 18 people talking at the same time and drinking it gets loud. The neighbors were really aggressive cursing us out and called the security on us, and even turned off our breaker at night so we had 30 minutes without any power until we figured it out.

Thank you very much Kelley for your feedback. It was a pleasure to host you and we’re sorry about the situation with the neighbors. Indeed the condominium has strict rules about parties but we’re glad you had such a pleasant stay

It was exactly like photos - i enjoyed the location, amenities, gym and community area is awesome. It was quiet at night and surround be jungle. Ruins are right next door you can see them from the top. Only thing  would have changed is to come when it’s a bit cooler. Late May was warmer than i expected. House manager is very responsible, responsive and kind. They care about your stay. We had a group of 10 girls. Coffee was spectacular and included which was a perk for me.

Enjoyed hosting a bachelorette here while in Tulum. Everyone had a great time and felt safe and comfortable.

We had an amazing stay at Ben's villa! We were a group of 16 and loved that we were in 2 villas with easy access to each other, double the kitchen and living space, and a shared rooftop. The house is just as beautiful in the pictures, the beds were super comfortable, AC worked great, and it was great that each room had an en suite bathroom. The community was very safe, with 24/7 security, and the community amenities were a great addition to all of the Airbnb amenities. The only thing for big groups to be aware of is quiet hours start at 9pm which is tough, especially if you want to utilize the rooftop or outdoor pool spaces in the evening - though this is out of the host's control. We used the chef service which was delicious, and Miroslava and the concierge team helped us coordinate shuttles to and from the beach clubs and reserved beds for us at the beach clubs. They also managed to get a gluten-free birthday cake on short notice for the birthday girl! Highly recommend staying here!

Hi Sydney! Happy birthday to the birthday girl again. Come back and stay with us again any time!

My group and I had a phenomenal stay: we could not be happier with our experience. The villa roofs overlooking the national park with fire pits were by far the highlight of the property. Also, Miroslava, Ale, and the whole team at Insiders Tulum could not have been more helpful. We are so grateful to them for helping us organize the greatest trip and best adventure, and highly recommend this property to anyone interested in visiting Tulum. We cannot wait to come back!

Thanks so much Asher! Glad you loved the views as much as we do.

WOW THIS PLACE WAS INCREDIBLE. When I say Miroslava and her team went above and beyond even that is an understatement. We had the best vacation of our lives. The house was beautiful and the chefs were amazing. literally the best food we have ever had.  Everything that was recommended for us to do exceeded our expectations. Again Miroslava was incredible.  What an incredible place we will Absolutely be back!!!

We're so happy to hear it Jessica! We can't wait to host you again.

We loved our stay here - Miroslava and Ben made coordination so easy and the place was a dream!

Had a wonderful time celebrating a bachelorette at the villa! It was two conjoined units with lots of space and ensuite bathrooms for all the girls! Miroslava and Ale, the cohosts were very helpful in coordinating and recommending activities for the best itinerary ever. Specifically, the private chefs were incredible. We used them for two breakfasts and one dinner - they were professional and made fantastic food with incredible presentations! Truly a highlight. My only thing to consider is that there is a strict no noise policy after 9 pm. Given this is traditionally a bachelorette villa, just take note! The girls were chatting after 9 (no music) and our power was cut off without notice due to a noise complaint. Would have appreciated notice as want to respect the community. Other than that, was an epic time and would highly recommend!!!

Hi Kim, we’re so glad you had a great bachelorette party with us and enjoyed our amazing chefs. And sorry about the noise complaint issue. Security and HOA rules at our development are outside our control. Security let us know they knocked on the front door a few times to alert you of the noise complaint around 11:30pm, but no one answered the door. We’ve spoken with security to make sure they also try calling guests by phone. Please come back and see us again any time!

The host and his team went above and beyond. I am incredibly grateful and happy I stayed with them. They made planning a bachelorette for a party of 15 as seamless as possible. They were incredibly helpful in providing any and all of our needs! From transportation, groceries, in house massages and local recommendations. I was blown away, truly. The place is stunning, we did not want to leave. I would highly recommend, especially if you have a large party and would like help planning the trip.

I can’t say enough great things about this experience. Miroslava and her whole team are incredible. We landed WAY before check in and were allowed to leave our stuff at the place and use the public amenities while the cleaning was still getting done. Everyone was really responsive when it came to coordinating shuttles for my large group of 20 people. Miroslava and her team were always positive and calm even after I asked a million questions. There were fun surprises that went above and beyond expectations and it was by far the best air bnb experience I’ve ever had. The place was gorgeous and exactly as pictured, it made the trip unforgettable. THANK YOU so much to Miroslava and her entire team♥️

Hi Jill, I'll pass your thanks along! Thanks so much for staying with us, and I'm glad you had a great time in Tulum!

A great stay! Great and beautiful location, great community, clean and spacious. Only negative is we booked for 15 members thinking it was one big house as described on Airbnb… however when we arrived we were in 2 separate villas so everyone got separated unfortunately.

While I note Ben and his team did eventually comp us one night (pre tax and fees) and apologize for what I am about to write, it took a bit of explaining on our end, which I felt wasn't necessary considering what happened: I came for my bachelorette and the second night we were there, there was extreme flooding in both town-homes. There were puddles all over both rooftop rooms and multiple other rooms as well as complete flooding in two of the second floor rooms leaving an inch of water in both. My friends who stayed in the rooms had their belongings drenched, and the floors were so slippery that I had a couple friends slip (one bruised her wrist and one lost a toenail). The rooms were completely unusable due to maintenance trying to fix the issue for an entire day. Walls were torn open, debris was strewn about, and there was no offer to get clothes dried and many had to go to nice venues in wet clothes. We were initially offered $500 an 3 bottles of prosecco. We paid over $7K.

Sahara Bleu and Sahara Jade was absolutely amazing! The combination was perfect for our large group. Everything was clean and accessible and anything that we couldn’t figure out our amazing concierge assisted us with. So many amazing memories were added on this trip thanks to our stay. The heated indoor pools were our favorite we spent so much time in them.  The highlight of this stay was definitely Miroslava our concierge. She is perfect! Miroslava is beautiful inside and out and she was there for us every step of the way. She assisted with transportation, reservations, any hiccups we came across in the house, and etc. I could literally write so many amazing things about her, she is a 10/10. If you’re having any doubts about booking just do it! It’s definitely worth it. Thank you so much for everything!

We're so glad you had such a great time with us and Miroslava Whitley! Come back anytime and stay with us again .

Ben’s place was amazing, we truly enjoyed our stay. Ben and his team were always responsive and helped us enjoy our trip. They provided local recommendations, concierge service, and shuttle service which was so so helpful. We even were able to book a private chef to serve us breakfast one of the mornings. We went with a group of 15 people and every one of us enjoyed the Airbnb. It was truly a beautiful place. I highly recommend staying here. Thank you Ben and team!!

Ben, Clem, Miroslava and the the whole team were amazing. They were responsive, even in the middle of the night. We were a group of 17 and they were so very accommodating from us switching up our plans, needing taxis, anything we needed. Highly highly recommend. 100/10 fully recommend. They were so genuine and everything was coordinated to be on time. Thank you for the amazing co-ed bach. It was a very beautiful place to celebrate a special occasion. Thank you for manifesting our dreams.

We were here for a bachelorette trip and had an amazing time!

This place was an ideal spot for our inaugural girls' getaway. We would absolutely choose to stay here again.

Thanks Deanna! Come back and see us again next time :)

The house looked just like the pictures, but it did appear larger on the pics (angles). Overall, we had a very pleasant stay with very responsive hosts / concierge.

Hi Kina! Thanks so much for staying with us.

Beautiful spot and super responsive and helpful staff. They provided amazing suggestions and were willing to book reservations for our large group. Succeeded all expectations. Highly recommend

My stay was mire than great. I felt safe the security was excellent. Central location 5 min from grocery store. Clem was great and gave out great recommendations for transportation, restaurants, etc. The villas are very nice and excellent for large groups. I would recommend them his Air BnB to anyone.

Hi Dawn, we're happy you felt safe and had an amazing time with us!

Ben’s place was gorgeous and luxurious. We were so lucky to get to stay there. The houses were super stylish. The indoor pool was the perfect temperature. The air conditioning was wonderful. The pillows on the beds were the best I’ve ever slept on. Everyone was responsive and helpful. We loved everything! This next section isn’t related to Nocturna, but it does need to be mentioned. While the Mia Beach Club was beautiful and fun, they did rip us off by double charging us. If you go, be mindful of what they charge you.

Thank you Elizabeth, we're glad you had an amazing time with us!

Our stay at Nocturna Sahara/Mun Tulum was fantastic! The location of the property was conveniently located near the main road which can either take you downtown or (a bit further) to the beach. Clem, our concierge, was super helpful in arranging our airport transfers, dinner & party reservations, and simply very responsive. We had a 14 person bachelor party but it was made nearly hassle free with all of the arrangements and recommendations. I was a bit apprehensive of planning a party for such a large group at an AirBNB and not a resort but my experience proved otherwise. The ability to experience Tulum first-hand was incredible and one I wouldn't trade for a resort - highly recommend checking this property out whether it be for a small, medium, or larger sized group! Also, for anyone nervous about safety -- you'll feel right at home not only in the unit(s) itself but the broader property as well - very resort-like vibes with security gates. Hope you enjoy your stay as much as us!

Thank you Aveg, and we're so pleased we could give you the Tulum experience for your bachelor party. Come back again for any reason!

What a great stay! The place was beautiful just like the pictures and the concierge was so helpful and responsive. Everything was so clean including the hot tubs. I would love to stay here again! We had a group of 10 and we were very comfortable for my 30th birthday! They helped me arrange a cake, excursions, transportation and a yacht!

Thank you Bianca, and happy birthday again! Come back again for next year's.

Clem was an outstanding host. She provided us with so much assistance with our trip. She was able to provide all our booking for restaurants and excursions. Chef Richy came for dinner and breakfast. I would recommend booking this Airbnb just for him. He was incredible.

Nocturna Sahara is a gorgeous getaway spot that is perfect for groups. The thoughtful design, ample space and fun amenities (4 plunge pools!) exceeded expectations. While secluded and within its own enclave of similar homes, it is close to the main roads of Tulum. Paulina and Clem, the fantastic concierges, helped us arrange transportation and find a chef to cook a group dinner. And when water going out in one of the buildings our last night (not an uncommon occurrence in Tulum), they promptly sent over a plumber who fixed the issue. Other compliments from our group included the nearby gym, rooftop access, fire pits, yoga mats, and Moroccan aesthetic. This is a gem of a home that will please nearly any type of traveler.

Thank you so much for your review, Peter! I'm delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay with us in Tulum. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again.

We had a great stay! The host was very responsive and helped us by recommending transit to and from our excursions. The house matched the description, and we didn’t have any issues.

Wow, just wow. Clem and her team amazed me and our large group of 9. They found us wonderful chefs to cook us multiple meals inside the Airbnb and the food was amazing. They went shopping for us and stocked the fridge and pantry with everything we asked for. They booked all of our private transport and were there to help us when issues did arise. They met us at the property to check us in and give us a full tour of the property and grounds, showed us how to use things, and made sure we knew where everything was inside. The airbnb itself was amazing. It looks EXACTLY like the pictures and was squeaky clean. Worth every penny.

Aww thank you so much for your positive feedback, Zack! We're so glad you had a great stay with us and we welcome you back anytime.

Absolutely wonderful stay. This was perfect for Amy trip of 15. We hired the chef which was incredible!! The concierge service really helped make the trip great!!!

Thank you, Stephen! Glad you enjoyed your stay with us.

We had a wonderful stay in Tulum. The recommendations for travel were all great and made it much easier. Chef Richy was absolute excellent! The food was amazing. The overall accommodations were very efficient. The fire pit off of the 3rd floor was very useful for cool evenings. The unit was clean and was well stocked. Clem and Pauli were very friendly and helpful. Several recommendations were given for local beaches and restaurants as well. The rental is for two separate units-- so those that want one large unit with a large common area will be disappointed. But the units are adjacent. The pools inside the units were a nice touch, and they are heated. Overall, we had a wonderful time and would recommend this property and the host.

Thank you, James! Glad you made use of the fire pit on the rooftop. Hope to have the opportunity to host you again.

Everything was good and clean. House on many levels. Everything works great.

Todo bien y limpio. Casa en muchos niveles. Funciona todo muy bien.

I stayed at this villa for a few days during our jack & jill, and absolutely loved it! The villas were super clean, looked just like the photos (absolutely amazing interior design), and I especially loved how each room has its own ensuite bathroom and A/C unit. One thing I don’t see often and really have to applaud was their super comfortable bedding, and the use of actual duvet covers on the beds! SO COMFORTABLE, I was so so happy to not have to sleep on the usual thin hotel sheet! Hosts (Ben & Clem) were very responsive, polite, helpful and overall made our stay so much better! It was my first time in Tulum so my biggest concern was safety - the gated community definitely felt safe. We got their private chef service (from Chef Richy) and he was worth every penny…prior to this villa we had tried another private chef experience and it was like night and day. Thank you so much for a great stay! Highly recommend!

Thank you so much, Grace! So glad you enjoyed your stay with us and we really appreciate all your kind compliments :)

Ben, Clem, Pauli and crew were phenomenal. Beautiful place in a townhome setting. Extremely clean, responsive, and helpful. I couldn’t have asked for a better stay to celebrate my 30th!

Thanks so much for choosing to celebrate your birthday with us, Dakota! We're delighted you and your group enjoyed yourselves and we look forward to hosting you again sometime in the future.

The team was extremely helpful and friendly. Clean, spacious, and conveniently located.

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