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Eco-Lodge & Wellness Retreat Construction in Tulum

We build eco-lodges, wellness retreats, yoga centers and boutique cabins in Tulum and the whole Riviera Maya — with sustainable design, natural materials and off-grid systems, integrated into the jungle and respecting environmental permits. 18+ years, 196 projects and a fixed-price contract.

Eco-lodge or retreat in Tulum 2026: from $6M MXN (cluster of boutique cabins) to $60M+ MXN (full wellness resort). Wellness tourism is Tulum’s fastest-growing segment — a well-run retreat pairs premium nightly rates with retreat and event bookings.

What We Build for Your Wellness Project

Sustainable, Jungle-Integrated Design

Biophilic architecture in chukum, wood and local stone, integrated with the vegetation and cenotes under SEMA rules.

Cabins, Casitas & Suites

Boutique cabins, casitas and en-suite suites designed for high rates and 5-star reviews.

Off-Grid Systems

Solar with batteries, rainwater harvesting, biodigester and greywater treatment to run self-sufficiently.

Yoga Shala, Spa & Common Areas

Palapa/yoga shala, spa, temazcal, natural pool, restaurant and gathering areas for retreats and events.

SEMA Environmental Permits

We handle the SEMA environmental authorization, land use, license and DRO — key to building legally in Tulum.

Retreat-as-a-Business Model

We hand you build costs and estimated income per night, retreat and event for your business model.

Eco-Lodges & Retreats in Tulum: What to Know

Tulum is the wellness-tourism capital of the Americas: yoga retreats, eco-lodges and holistic centers draw travelers who pay premium rates for an authentic jungle experience. A successful project pairs sustainable architecture (natural, low-impact materials), off-grid systems (many lots have no utilities) and a design that respects the jungle and cenotes — which is also a requirement of the SEMA environmental authorization. The key is a builder who masters Tulum’s environmental rules, karst soil and low-impact techniques. We build turnkey — design, SEMA permits, construction, cabins, shala, spa and off-grid — on a fixed-price contract with warranty, so your retreat operates from day one.

Cost by Project Type (2026)

Project typeBuild cost (MXN)Product
Boutique cabin cluster (4–8)$6M–$14MSmall retreat / eco-stay
Mid eco-lodge / retreat (10–20 keys)$16M–$35MRetreats, yoga and events
Full wellness resort$40M–$70M+Spa, restaurant, multiple keys

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Cities We Serve

We build eco-lodges and retreats in Tulum and the Riviera Maya: Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Akumal and Puerto Morelos.

Why Build Your Retreat with Recrea

  • Sustainable architecture — natural, low-impact materials integrated with the jungle
  • SEMA expertise — we handle the key environmental authorization in Tulum
  • Off-grid systems — solar, rainwater, biodigester for lots with no utilities
  • Design that fills up — cabins, shala and spa built for retreats and high rates
  • Fixed-price turnkey — from design to operation, no surprises
  • 18+ years and 196 projects — written warranty

What Our Clients Say

"Recrea built our 12-cabin eco-lodge in the Tulum jungle, with solar and rainwater harvesting. The yoga retreats fill up every season."

Sofía L., eco-lodge, Tulum

"They took us from the SEMA permit all the way to the shala and spa. Low-impact design, fixed price and on time."

Retreat owner, Tulum

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Frequently Asked Questions

In 2026, from $6M MXN for a boutique cabin cluster, $16M–$35M MXN for a mid eco-lodge of 10–20 keys, and $40M–$70M+ MXN for a full wellness resort. It depends on the number of keys, amenities and tier; land is acquired separately.

Yes. In Tulum almost every jungle project requires the environmental authorization (SEMA/MIA), plus land use, license and DRO. We handle the whole permit package for you.

Yes. We design self-sufficient systems: solar panels with batteries, rainwater harvesting, a well, a biodigester and greywater treatment — ideal for jungle lots with no services.

Chukum, wood, local stone and low-impact techniques that integrate the build with the jungle and cenotes, meeting environmental rules and creating the aesthetic guests look for.

Wellness tourism is Tulum’s fastest-growing segment. A well-run retreat pairs premium nightly rates with income from retreats, workshops and events. We hand you a model with numbers.

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