We visited Playa Santa Fe after exploring the Tulum ruins. It's a short 10-15 minute walk, so why not??
This is a great beach to go to because it has a lot more open space and isn't as crowded with beach clubs. You can roam around as you please without having to pay.
There are a lot of people here who will come up to you trying to sell you stuff, which got annoying. Unfortunately though, that's just how it is at most beaches in Tulum near big tourist spots.
It was pretty cool to be able to see some of the ruins on the cliffside from this beach! There are also all kinds of giant trees, which make it feel like a tropical paradise. read more