Mayan Monkey

Mayan Monkey Tulum: A Rooftop Pool Bar in Aldea Zama

Mayan Monkey is a rooftop pool bar on Avenida Coba Sur in Aldea Zama, between Downtown Tulum and the Hotel Zone. It sits atop the Mayan Monkey social hostel, an adults-only property with private rooms and dorms, and the rooftop is the heart of the place. The layout is simple and open: a pool, a thatched-roof bar, an outdoor patio and lounge seating. There is no cover charge and no minimum spend, so it works as a casual daytime hangout as much as a nightlife stop.

By day the pool deck is a place for a midday dip, a snack and a drink, and after sunset it turns into a music-driven space with DJs and themed nights. The crowd skews toward international solo travellers, backpackers and digital nomads in their 20s and 30s, and the mood is social rather than exclusive.

Tacos, Margaritas and a Full Kitchen

Tacos are a strength: Baja-style and chicken tacos at 150 and 160, tacos al pastor at 160, and skirt steak tacos at 220. There are burgers too, with the classic at 195 and a veggie version at 200, plus a tuna poke bowl at 280 and green aguachile at 200 for lighter, colder options.

For raw plates there is a classic ceviche at 150 and a tuna tostada at 140, and flatbreads run 130 whether you take pepperoni, marinera or vegetarian. The bar leans on handmade margaritas, fresh juices and cocktails, and delivery is available through Uber Eats if you would rather stay in your room. Vegan meals are on the menu, and the pool bar keeps snacks going through the afternoon.

DJ Pool Parties and the Baatz Tales Series

The rooftop has become a fixture of Tulum nightlife, hosting pool parties, themed nights and electronic sets. It has drawn international and regional acts including Claptone, Gordo, Tom & Collins, Nic Fanciulli and Jenia Tarsol. Recurring series include Follow Me Fridays and Muluk Rhythm, a 12-day electronic festival that runs from late December into early January as a pre-party venue during Tulum's music season. Tulum Bible also previously its Baatz Tales series here, spotlighting local and international DJs.

Away from the music, the programme is one of the things that makes the place tick. There are salsa and yoga sessions, karaoke nights, cocktail workshops and cooking classes, including a guacamole-making class that regular guests single out. If you are weighing up things to do in Tulum beyond the beach, the mix of pool, food, music and free activities makes for a full day and night in one spot.

How to Visit Mayan Monkey Rooftop

The Mayan Monkey rooftop is at Av. Coba Sur in Aldea Zama, open daily from 10:00 to midnight, with the pool itself running 10:00 to 22:00. There is no cover and no minimum spend, so you can walk in, order from the bar and settle by the pool. Day passes are available at around 51 USD, which includes a 600 MXN food and beverage credit plus access to the pool, Bali beds, loungers and showers, and run 10:00 to 19:00. This tulum rooftop bar accepts cash, Visa and Mastercard, though not American Express.

Parking is free and the venue is pet friendly, with dogs and cats allowed for a nightly fee. Plan your visit on Tulum Bible, and check the calendar for the next Baatz Tales night or pool party before you come.