Coba Travel Guide

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Mayan ruins of Coba, Yucatan peninsula, Mexico
Mayan ruins of Coba, Yucatan peninsula, Mexico
The approach, beautiful experience hiking the Coba ruins.
This is an ancient mayan observatory, located in Cobá—one of the largest archaeological sites I've visited. It is believed that Cobá was a really important city for the Mayas, since it was a major crossroad between all the cities around the Yucatan Peninsula.
The best way to move around the archaeological site of Cobá is by renting a bicycle. Not only is it faster than walking the 2km from the entrance to the main pyramid, it is also really fun!
Aldea Coba an Escape Boutique Experience

Aldea Coba an Escape Boutique Experience

4 out of 5
Carr. Tulum-Coba Av. Principal No.1 Coba QROO
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Coba. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
The toilet has this constant odor like the gray water is backing up.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

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Aldea Coba an Escape Boutique Experience
Kaab Coba

Kaab Coba

3.5 out of 5
Carretera Tulum Novo Xcan Km 42 Coba QROO
Stay at this hotel in Coba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (146 reviews)
Kaab Coba was so good we decided to book at their sister Hotel Kaab in Tulum. Best Hotel in Coba

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

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Kaab Coba
Kiimakóol

Kiimakóol

2 out of 5
C5 y C10 Coba QROO
The price is NZ$69 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
NZ$69
31 Jan - 1 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Coba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Coba Archaeological Site and Grupo Cobá are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Genial ubicación, la atención de la propietaria fue muy buena, nos permitió comprar un garrafón prestándonos su envase. Está muy carca de la laguna y de la Z. Arqueológica. Muy cómoda.

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2024

Kiimakóol
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Valhalla Residence by Biwa

Valhalla Residence by Biwa

3.5 out of 5
C. Lirio Mz 20 Lt21 Esq. C. Palma Tulum QROO
Stay at this aparthotel in Tulum. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room massages. Popular attractions Tulum Mayan Ruins and Tulum Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
Quiet and in a guarded area. Clean. Staff was friendly. Beds are hard. No coffee etc.

Reviewed on 7 June 2025

Valhalla Residence by Biwa
Fabulous & Exclusive Apartments With Sea View Pool BBQ Garden

Fabulous & Exclusive Apartments With Sea View Pool BBQ Garden

4 out of 5
Grand Sirenis complex Lt 64 y 65 Akumal QROO
Stay at this beach apartment in Akumal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Half Moon Bay and Akumal Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Wonderful stay
We loved the apartment- it was clean, spacious, well stocked and in a safe, accessible location. Communication was so easy, and they were incredibly helpful all the way through. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 26 July 2025

Fabulous & Exclusive Apartments With Sea View Pool BBQ Garden
BEACHFRONT VILLA ON WHITE SAND BEACH AND CHEF SERVICE AVAILABLE

BEACHFRONT VILLA ON WHITE SAND BEACH AND CHEF SERVICE AVAILABLE

Soliman Bay Q. Roo
Stay at this beach villa in Tulum. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Xel-Há Park and Soliman Bay are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
The house and amenities were excellent. The location is perfect, with its white sand and warm waters we could not have asked for better.The onsite people, Lenny and Agustin were outstanding, very accommodating, helpful, and proactive! The house is exactly as described, and spotlessly clean.We hire ...

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

BEACHFRONT VILLA ON WHITE SAND BEACH AND CHEF SERVICE AVAILABLE
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Popular places to visit

Coba Archaeological Site

4/5(2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Coba when you stop by Coba Archaeological Site. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.

Coba Archaeological Site

Punta Laguna Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Punta Laguna Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Coba. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.

Punta Laguna Nature Reserve

Grupo Cobá

You can learn about the history of Coba with a visit to Grupo Cobá. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.

Grupo Cobá

Grupo Macanxoc

Learn about the local history of Coba when you spend time at Grupo Macanxoc. Wander the forests and gardens while you're in the area.

Grupo Macanxoc

Templo 10

Templo 10 is just one of the places to see in Coba, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or visit the temples while you're in the area.

Templo 10

Cenote Choo-Ha

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cenote Choo-Ha during your travels in Coba. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.

Cenote Choo-Ha

Activities

Coba Ruins Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Coba Ruins App-Based Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

NZ$26
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Coba Ruins App-Based Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Chocolate and Honey Experience Sanctuary + Cenote

Chocolate and Honey Sanctuary Experience + Cenote (transfer optional)

NZ$113
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chocolate and Honey Sanctuary Experience + Cenote (transfer optional)
Tulum: Swim in Cenote Kaab Ha with Lunch

Tulum: Swim in Cenote Kaab Ha with Lunch

NZ$78
per adult
Tulum: Swim in Cenote Kaab Ha with Lunch
Aerial Photo of the Tulum Esplanade

Tulum and Coba 4x1 with Cenote, Playa del Carmen, Mayan Village All Inclusive Tour

NZ$137
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Tulum and Coba 4x1 with Cenote, Playa del Carmen, Mayan Village All Inclusive Tour
Mayan Ruins of Mexico Self-Guided Walking Tour Bundle

Mayan Ruins of Mexico GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Bundle

NZ$43
per traveller
Mayan Ruins of Mexico GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Sacred Waters Tour 3 Cenotes and a Hidden Lagoon from Cancun

Sacred Waters Tour 3 Cenotes and a Hidden Lagoon from Cancun

NZ$226
per adult
Sacred Waters Tour 3 Cenotes and a Hidden Lagoon from Cancun
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This weekend, I was invited to document a Hanal Pixán ceremony in 3 Reyes, Yucatan—a mayan community working hard on saving their ancient customs. They had told me not to expect anything crazy, but they ended up blowing my mind. You can read the full story in my blog: http://bit.ly/1P5OPBe

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