I stayed in a nearly $900-a-night suite in Tulum with a bed that rolled onto the balcony. It was paradise in a crowded tourist destination.

Anneta KonstantinidesSep 18, 2024, 15:36 IST

My stay at La Valise in Tulum was incredible. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider<ul class="summary-list"><li>I recently spent two nights at La Valise, a small boutique resort in Tulum, Mexico.</li><li>La Valise is considered one of the top resorts in Tulum, and it lived up to the hype.</li></ul>Now a fully established hot spot for <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/what-to-skip-planning-bachelorette-party-2023-7">bachelorette parties</a> and Instagram influencers, some might say that <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tulum-airport-review-location-airlines-2024-7">Tulum</a> has lost its appeal.But those people haven't stayed at <a target="_blank" href="https://www.lavalisetulum.com/">La Valise</a>, a small boutique resort located in the heart of the vacation destination's busy hotel zone.I recently spent two nights at the luxurious hotel, where I could roll my bed out onto the balcony and sleep under the stars.And with delicious food, a private beach, and the sweetest staff you'll ever meet, my days at La Valise felt like a dream.

After visiting a variety of resorts in Tulum, I knew I had to see La Valise.

The entrance of La Valise resort in Tulum. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

My stay at La Valise began in its chic and bright lobby.

The lobby of La Valise. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

During our tour, I learned that La Valise has two properties in Tulum.

The pathway at La Valise. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

We were staying in the very spacious cenote master suite.

Our balcony was massive, with plenty of room to fit the bed. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

We went straight to the huge balcony with a view of the jungle cenote.

We could spot a number of the palapa roofs from the balcony. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

There were tracks on the ground so the bed could easily roll out onto the balcony.

The floor features tracks so the bed can roll out onto the balcony. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

The balcony also had an open-air shower.

Our open-air shower. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

There was also a bright and spacious bathroom.

The bathroom in our La Valise suite. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

Our suite had a private roof, complete with a jacuzzi.

Our roof had two sun loungers and a jacuzzi. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

There were charming decorations throughout our suite.

A corner of our suite was decorated with a wooden rocking chair and clay pots. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

Our living room also featured some modern art.

Our suite was tastefully decorated. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

After a quick nap, I went straight to the pool.

The pool on the jungle side. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

For dinner, we went to NÜ, La Valise's restaurant next door to the resort.

The NÜ restaurant right next to La Valise. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

We enjoyed a few apps and a delicious fish.

The Campeche prawns at NÜ. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

After a long day of traveling, we were ready for bed.

The plush king bed in our La Valise suite. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

The next morning, we strolled into the small bar and restaurant on the jungle side, where our complimentary breakfast was served.

The restaurant on the jungle-side property of La Valise. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

My plate of ranchero eggs was as delicious as it was vibrant.

My breakfast at La Valise. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

We then checked out La Valise's oceanfront property.

The restaurant on the beachside property of La Valise. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

We ordered a round of piña coladas, some guacamole, and tacos.

The chicken tacos at the La Valise restaurant. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

Our lunch was delicious, but the best part was the view.

We had a perfect view of the private beach. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

Before the day was over, we knew we had to try the rolling bed.

Rolling the bed out onto the deck at night. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

I kicked off our last morning in La Valise with a delicious plate of chilaquiles, sad that my stay was ending.

Enjoying chilaquiles for our last breakfast at La Valise. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

My stay at La Valise was a dream, and it made me rethink what it means to be a luxury resort.

I'm still dreaming of my time at La Valise. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider

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