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Relax, Refresh, Absorb the Sun & Beauty

Guest: Judy (Santa Maria, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/15/12 Review Submitted: 02/07/12

We have been visiting Akumal since early 1990’s and absolutely love it. We have stayed in many of the condo’s there but La Sirena Condos are by far the most comfortable. Their location is very private & quiet with lots of tropical landscaping, palm trees & palapas for great shade - fabulous snorkeling in shallow clear bay. Condo #5 on second floor has a great view of both beach in front & pool/jungle in back plus the condo itself has it all. We just love Akumal & La Sirena Condos wrap it all up for a perfect vacation.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

An Excellent Vacation

Guest: Pat (Eugene, OR)
Date of Stay: 01/30/11 Review Submitted: 02/28/11

Just a quick note to let you know how much we enjoyed our vacation at your condo. We loved the view, the garden and especially appreciated the effort of the housekeepers. The management was great too, among other things helping us make our hotel reservation for our overnight stay at Chichen Itza. Thanks too, Brenda, for your prompt responses to our questions. Nearby restaurants (La Lunita and Que Onda are only a 5-minute walk) are excellent. We had great service from USA Transfers from and back to Cancun Airport and from America Car Rental. Tha latter met us at the condo and drove us to Tulum for the car. For anyone who is hestating about booking this unit, I'd say go for it. You'll love it.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Gorgeous & Relaxing

Guest: Ellen M. (New York)
Date of Stay: 01/18/11 Review Submitted: 02/01/11

A lovely place to stay with a fabulous view of Half Moon Bay, a fully stocked kitchen, satellite TV and wifi. The property was spotless and well-maintained, and the owner, Brenda, was extremely responsive to any questions we had. Turtle Bay was delicious for breakfast and some of the other local restaurants had really good food, as well. Akumal is a great location for visiting a variety of places up and down the Mayan Riviera, or if you prefer, you can happily stay put and swim and lie in the sun. The snorkeling is wonderful too. I highly recommend this comfortable, lovely condo.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

wundervoller Aufenthalt in La Sirena

Guest: Ulrike (Germany)
Date of Stay: 12/23/10 Review Submitted: 02/15/11

Wir verbrachten mit 5 Erwachsenen einen herrlichen Urlaub in dieser Ferienwohnung. Für 4 Erwachsene ist sie noch besser geeignet. Die Ferienwohnung ist sehr gepflegt. Man hat einen herrlichen Blick auf den Ozean. Es ist so herrlich vom Balkon aus die Sonne auf- und untergehen zu sehen. Man kann gut auf dem Balkon mit 5 Personen essen.Wenn es im Dezember oder Januar am Abend zu kalt wird, hat man vom Wohnzimmer aus auch den tollen Blick auf das Meer.Die Zimmer sind geräumig, die Bäder gepflegt und die Küche perfekt ausgestattet.Die Ferienwohnung liegt direkt am Strand (Felsstrand), wo man gut schnorcheln und dabei tolle Fische und Meeresschildköten (1m Abstand) beobachten kann.Zum Liegen ist schöner Sand direkt in der Anlage aufgeschüttet und genügend Liegestühle stehen immer bereit.Der Swimmigpool wird jeden Tag geäubert und liegt herrlich inmitten von schönen Pflanzen in der kleinen Anlage Die Anlage ist sehr gepflegt. Eine sehr freundliche Hausmaid kommt jeden Tag, wenn man es will. Das ganze Personal ist sehr höflich und hilfsbereit. Trinkwasser wurde immer genügend nachgefüllt. Zu einem herrlichen Sandstrand muss man ungefähr 20 Minuten laufen oder 5 Minuten mit dem Auto fahren.Es empfielt sich in Cancun ein Auto zu mieten.Man kann Ausflüge nach Tulum, Coba, Playa del Carmen unternehmen. Auch die ganzen Vergnügungsparks sind von Akumal aus leicht zu erreichen. Viel Spaß hat es auch gebracht in der Lagune Xel-Ha zu schnorcheln, wo man bequem zu Fuß hingehen kann. Wir haben weiterhin den Cenote Dos Ojos besucht, was ein besoneres Erlebnis ist. Eine geführte Tour ist hier zu empfehlen.In Akumal und in den umliegenden Dörfern und auch in Tulum kann man gut essen. Der Hausverwalter gibt auch gern Tipps.Einkaufsmöglichkeiten gibt es genug. In großen Supermärkten in Tulum und Richtung Playa del Carmen (sie liegen alle an der großen Straße) , in kleinen Supermärkten in Akumal - Dorf und in Akumal- Strand. Diese Ferienwohnung ist den Leuten zu empfehlen, die den großen Trubel in Playa del Carmen nicht brauchen und sich an einem herrlichen Fleckchen Erde erholen möchten. Wunderschön. Wir würden gern wiederkommen!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing.

Wonderful!

Guest: Lisa (Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 12/15/10 Review Submitted: 10/15/11

What you read in the description for La Sirena 5 is all true, but the reality is even better! We stayed in Brenda’s condo twice in 2010, and loved every minute of it. This huge, beautifully decorated condo is very private, has a lot of light and great ocean views from its floor to ceiling windows. We enjoyed breakfasts on the beachfront terrace and dinners at the nearby restaurants. Great snorkeling was right in front of the house, and Yal-Ku lagoon was so close that we could go home, change, go for a lunch and come back again (the pass is good for the whole day). The building management and maids were very friendly and nice. They also did a great job keeping the condo and the yard impeccable, beautiful and welcoming. Brenda is a wonderful person, and dealing with her is easy and pleasant (I particularly appreciated it when we had some unexpected problems in our family right before our trip to Mexico). We also stayed at a few different places near Tulum and on the islands, and found that La Sirena #5 offered the most, without costing more. We already reserved this condo for our next trip to Mexico, so now I can publish this review without being afraid to lose our opportunity to stay there again!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Beautiful beach-front condo.

Guest: Ray & Betty (Banff, Albert)
Date of Stay: 11/19/10 Review Submitted: 12/12/10

Really enjoyed your condo & Akumal. First time ever in a true beachfront location, marvellous. End unit, first floor, spotlessly clean, quiet, fully tiled. Didn't need to use the A/C as there was great natural air flow. Most days we did a morning snorkel from the condo, and an afternoon one at Akumal Bay. Would recommend water shoes to enter the Bay in front of the condo as it's rocky & shallow but 100 yards along the beach it's easier to get in. Visited the fruit & veggie market in Akumal Bay every Wed & Sat, a real Mexican feeling about the area. Didn't need a car, took about 30 mins to walk to Akumal Bay & another 10 up to the highway. Closest supermakets are Tulum & a new one just past Punta Aventuras, cost 20 pesos in the mini van (colectivo). No night life in Akumal so bring a good book or two and a laptop, good internet connection in the condo. Many thanks, Ray & Betty.

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway.

Beautiful beach-front condo

Guest: Ray & Betty (Banff, Albert)
Date of Stay: 11/19/10 Review Submitted: 12/12/10

Really enjoyed your condo & Akumal. First time ever in a true beachfront location, marvellous. End unit, first floor, spotlessly clean, quiet, fully tiled. Didn't need to use the A/C as there was great natural air flow. Most days we did a morning snorkel from the condo, and an afternoon one at Akumal Bay. Would recommend water shoes to enter the Bay in front of the condo as it's rocky & shallow but 100 yards along the beach it's easier to get in. Visited the fruit & veggie market in Akumal Bay every Wed & Sat, a real Mexican feeling about the area. Didn't need a car, took about 30 mins to walk to Akumal Bay & another 10 up to the highway. Closest supermakets are Tulum & a new one just past Punta Aventuras, cost 20 pesos in the mini van (colectivo). No night life in Akumal so bring a good book or two and a laptop, good internet connection in the condo. Many thanks, Ray & Betty.

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway.

Great Holiday

Guest: K,P (Colorado)
Date of Stay: 05/06/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/10

Brenda, we loved everything about your condo.The staff at La Sirena are some of the best.The vacant lot next door was beautiful, colorful bird's and lot's of butterflies during the daytime,after the sun went down the fireflies put on a awesome light show. Great snorkeling.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Best place to stay!

Guest: Carrie from Arkansas (Arkansas)
Date of Stay: 05/01/10 Review Submitted: 05/17/10

This was the perfect vacation retreat! I just got back from a week long girls getaway and we loved it. The condo has everything you will ever need. The view is breathtaking & the pool is fabulous! There are some really cool restaraunts within walking distance. The people who work and also the people who live at the condos are very nice & helpful. It is off the beaten path but still very close to all the attractions. We are already planning our trip for next year and we already know where we are staying. Thanks Brenda!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Cheryl and Greg (-)
Date of Stay: 03/13/10 Review Submitted: 03/13/10

This is a wonderful condo. Two king sized beds and two bathrooms. It has a wonderful view and we really like it that it was not on ground level. There is jungle right next door where we saw lots of birds and kotamundi (?). The ocean is right there and we ate meals out on the big private balcony. It is nicely decorated and the owner is so very helpful about any questions you have. We love to snorkel and saw turtles, eels, and many other varieties of fish. The purple sea fans are abundant and the corals are in much better shape than in Akumal Bay. Very nice palapas and sand right there!

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Guest: Sandy62 (-)
Date of Stay: 02/14/10 Review Submitted: 02/14/10

Thanks, Brenda, for a great experience. We had a wonderful time. Loved the snorkeling at the lagoon! It is so peaceful and relaxing there. Just a note for travelers new to Mexico, talk to everyone about what to do. Other Americans are willing the share their experience with you and you won't have to reinvent the wheel. Fellow tenants at La Sirena and Patricia Clark are excellent resources. We will be back!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/03/10 Review Submitted: 01/03/10

La Sirena #5 is truly a wonderful place. Everything that has been said in previous reviews is true. We stayed there for two weeks around Christmas time. Our party of five included one couple, two children (five and seven), and grandma. Grandma was so excited about the place that she is already planning to have her 75th birthday party there. It was a really nice experience to be able to see both the sunrise and sunset from the same deck. The view is just as magnificent as has been advertised. Our kids wanted to spend all their time in the pool and adults loved the garden surrounding it. In addition to above, the big advantage of La Sirena is that while very quiet and peaceful place, there are tons of things to do nearby. Yal-Ku is within five minutes of walking, and it was the best snorkeling I have ever done. One can find a lagoon with big rocks, white sand beaches, coral reefs, mangrove trees, and open sea all within one small area. La Sirena is located on Half Moon Bay which is basically a one big coral reef. I did two snorkeling trips to the edge between the reef and open sea. Both times I saw two baby turtles exactly at the edge. And in Akumal Bay, I saw five or more big turtles each time I went snorkeling there. We rented a jeep from easywayrentacar, and it turned out to be a very wise decision. Sometimes roads are in quite a bad shape (especially on the way to Aktun Chen), and the local habit is to control the speed by setting up bumps. Driving to Aktun Chen takes about 15 minutes. We visited it twice -- the first time we did canopy and saw the cave. The kids liked the canopy so much that we had to go there again. The second time we also swam in an underground cenote. Canopy is perfect for kids below 10. The older ones probably would prefer the one in Xplor. I am sure one can find more impressive and cheaper cenotes somewhere else, but it is very convenient to have so much to do at one place. Playa del Carmen (we did our grocery shopping in Chedraui at the Southern edge of Playa) and Tulum are within 30 min drive. Coba took one hour and Cancun International Airport 90 mins. The Southern part of Tulum where all the fancy hotels had one of the most gorgeous white sand beaches I have ever seen. The problem is that they are reserved for guests, but Om Tulum Hotel Cabanas and Beach Club let us use their facilities after we had a lunch there. Finally, kids loved the Dolphin swim, Mexican show, and the underground river in Xcaret (20 min drive).

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Guest: lcdaughenbaugh (Tucson AZ)
Date of Stay: 09/08/09 Review Submitted: 09/08/09

Stayed for six nights in June with my husband and two teenagers. The condo is an end unit and was very peaceful. We had great snorkeling and the town of Akumal was wonderful. We would love to come back. Each day we visited a ruin then a cenote to cool down. We had one of the best vacations ever.

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Guest: Judy48 (England)
Date of Stay: 09/06/09 Review Submitted: 09/06/09

Hello Brenda. We had a fantastic holiday in Mexico. We found Akumal to be a beautiful, quiet and laid back town, with great diving and snorkeling opportunities, as well as good food. For the two of us the condo had everything that is required to make a relaxing and enjoyable vacation in a tropical climate: large airy rooms, filtered water, fans, air conditioning in every room and balconies off every room. In addition to this I’d like to compliment you on the cleanliness of the place and there certainly wasn’t a shortage of extra towels. Best of all for us, was the sweeping views of the bay from the living room and the balcony, where we spent most of our time. We found that there was plenty to view in the sea too, when we went snorkeling. It was lovely to be able to step out the door and take a dip in the water when we wanted. A very helpful staff made our stay even more pleasant.

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Guest: steve94 (van wert, oh)
Date of Stay: 06/23/09 Review Submitted: 06/23/09

This was a surprise vacation for my wife's retirement. Wow, what a great place. It is everything we had hoped for and more. The view is breathtaking and the condo is immaculate. You don't really need to leave the village. If you love to snorkel you can't beat this location as there are three different areas, including in front of the condo, to snorkel. The restaurants were great and the pool was fabulous. Brenda is great to work with and makes the trip easy. The management is very helpful once you get there. My wife, who rarely wants to return to the same place, can't wait till we return. You will not be disappointed if you come here.

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Guest: Jean Ann (Dallas,Texas)
Date of Stay: 03/21/09 Review Submitted: 03/21/09

Wana get away? This is absolutely it! Safe, quiet, beautiful and everything you need! We just returned from Akumal and stayed at LaSirena #5. Condo is really remarkable – it truly has everything you need to cook in or you can eat out at the restaurants all close and really, really good food! I was with my 80 year old mother & three teenagers. Views go on and on. Wonderful sandy area to lay out and relax while looking out over the brilliant clear waters of Akumal Bay. Pool is set in the gardens so quiet and inviting and a perfect place to feel safe with children swimming. My boys snorkeled daily out in the bay and had a great time! We had the most perfect week of sun, snorkeling, exploring, reading and napping! Yes, TV is available but we seldom even turned it on – no need ! My mother was comfortable and was able to easily come and go from the pool and the areas by the beach. Worried about traveling in Mexico – nothing to worry about in Akumal! We saw security and police and it is obvious that they are very attentive to their tourist, they are friendly and offer help when needed – we always felt secure wandering and enjoying the area! If you want to get away and really, really enjoy some peace and quiet – this is the place! It was an IDEAL place to be in Mexico & also close to lots of fun attractions and things to do! Teenagers wanting to have fun and explore Mexico can enjoy this area safely – no doubt! Brenda (owner) is attentive and helpful and always available via email. I will gladly visit with you if you want more information on the area or La Sirena #5 – BEST VACATION EVER!!

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Perfect Escape!!!!

Guest: Jean Ann (Dallas,Texas)
Date of Stay: 03/14/09 Review Submitted: 03/21/09

Wana get away? This is absolutely it! Safe, quiet, beautiful and everything you need! We just returned from Akumal and stayed at LaSirena #5. Condo is really remarkable – it truly has everything you need to cook in or you can eat out at the restaurants all close and really, really good food! I was with my 80 year old mother & three teenagers. Views go on and on. Wonderful sandy area to lay out and relax while looking out over the brilliant clear waters of Akumal Bay. Pool is set in the gardens so quiet and inviting and a perfect place to feel safe with children swimming. My boys snorkeled daily out in the bay and had a great time! We had the most perfect week of sun, snorkeling, exploring, reading and napping! Yes, TV is available but we seldom even turned it on – no need ! My mother was comfortable and was able to easily come and go from the pool and the areas by the beach. Worried about traveling in Mexico – nothing to worry about in Akumal! We saw security and police and it is obvious that they are very attentive to their tourist, they are friendly and offer help when needed – we always felt secure wandering and enjoying the area! If you want to get away and really, really enjoy some peace and quiet – this is the place! It was an ideal place to be in Mexico & also close to lots of fun attractions and things to do! Teenagers wanting to have fun and explore Mexico can enjoy this area safely – no doubt! Brenda (owner) is attentive and helpful and always available via email. I will gladly visit with you if you want more information on the area or La Sirena #5 - Brenda can pass my information along if needed – Best Vacation Ever!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Guest: Jean Ann (Dallas,Texas)
Date of Stay: 03/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/20/09

Wana get away? This is absolutely it! Safe, quiet, beautiful and everything you need! We just returned from Akumal and stayed at LaSirena #5. Condo is really remarkable – it truly has everything you need to cook in or you can eat out at the restaurants all close and really, really good food! I was with my 80 year old mother & three teenagers. Views go on and on. Wonderful sandy area to lay out and relax while looking out over the brilliant clear waters of Akumal Bay. Pool is set in the gardens so quiet and inviting and a perfect place to feel safe with children swimming. My boys snorkeled daily out in the bay and had a great time! We had the most perfect week of sun, snorkeling, exploring, reading and napping! Yes, TV is available but we seldom even turned it on – no need ! My mother was comfortable and was able to easily come and go from the pool and the areas by the beach. Worried about traveling in Mexico – nothing to worry about in Akumal! We saw security and police and it is obvious that they are very attentive to their tourist, they are friendly and offer help when needed – we always felt secure wandering and enjoying the area! If you want to get away and really, really enjoy some peace and quiet – this is the place! It was an IDEAL place to be in Mexico & also close to lots of fun attractions and things to do! Teenagers wanting to have fun and explore Mexico can enjoy this area safely – no doubt! Brenda (owner) is attentive and helpful and always available via email. I will gladly visit with you if you want more information on the area or La Sirena #5 – BEST VACATION EVER!!

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Tropical Paradise

Guest: Kathy and Chuck (Las Vegas, NV)
Date of Stay: 12/04/08 Review Submitted: 12/15/08

La Sirena condo # 5 has everything we needed for a perfect vacation on the Riviera Maya. It has an excellent location in the charming Akumal area, giving a real jungle feel with the pelicans, sea birds, raccoons and cuati mundi, etc. The condo itself is beautifully decorated, extremely comfortable with a/c and fans in every room, three balconies and a wonderful 2nd floor, end unit location. The staff is helpful and kind, the grounds are amazing with a gorgeous pool on one side of the building and the ocean with great snorkeling on the other. The view from the condo will never leave my mind. It was that good!! Brenda, we can't wait to come back. Thank you!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.

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Guest: Kathy and Chuck (Las Vegas, NV)
Date of Stay: 12/01/08 Review Submitted: 12/14/08

La Sirena #5 is one of our very favorite condos in Mexico, and we have stayed in many. A great location, wonderful staff and all the condo amenities all contribute to a perfect choice when staying on the Riviera Maya. Being an end unit, 2nd floor, we had the privacy on our balconies (3!), a wonderful cross breeze in the condo and the quiet jungle atmosphere we were seeking. My favorite things about the condo along with the location were the view, snorkeling right in front of the building, the adjustable a/c and ceiling fans in every room, the comfort of the furnishings and in general, the beauty of the condo's floor to ceiling view. I was mesmerized. Many birds to watch including pelicans (yay!) and that beautiful turquiose water. The grounds are just beautiful and the staff including Hector, Jorge, Lorenzo and Alvar are kind and extremely helpful. This condo has everything you need! We'll be back. Thanks, Brenda!!!!!!!!

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Guest: toni h. (texas)
Date of Stay: 12/01/08 Review Submitted: 12/04/08

We just returned from Akumal and loved our stay. Very nice condo with incredible views. Walking distance to the lagoon which is a must see.

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We fell in love with Akumal!

Guest: Akumal fan (Reading, PA)
Date of Stay: 11/13/08 Review Submitted: 11/18/08

Our stay was from November 13th through the 16th 2008. May I suggest that you stay at least a few days longer then we did. Much too short of a trip. When we arrived we were just in awe of the fabulous courtyard with the beautiful pool, fountains, statues and lush greenery. Into the condo we went....and only one word can describe it...WOW!! Breathtaking views from each room. Living room with floor to ceiling windows, beautiful decor and colors, adorable kitchen area with pass through to the front deck. Both bedrooms very pretty. Master has windows looking into the living room so in turn you get the full ocean view...what a way to wake up! Great private beach. Very serene place. Takes about an hour and then all of your stress just magically dissapears! Several outstanding restaurants near by as well. Also many cute shops. Couple of side notes: it was in the 90's and we did not need the air conditioning at all. With all of the windows and ceiling fans you get a splendid breeze. Delicious restaurant right around the block-Que Onda -try the viva mexico pasta! La bueno vida-great restaurant and bar-the chicken lime soup is a must have. I will be counting the days until I can return. I will always stay in this condo. Brenda's customer service is bar none. Gracias Brenda for the wonderful vacation! Kim

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/08 Review Submitted: 09/11/08

This is the nicest condo in Akumal! The views are fantastic and you have a floor to ceiling view of Half Moon Bay. This a corner unit and there is not a building to the south. This gives it an unobstructed view. It is very nicely decorated and it is well equiped. The management is very attentive. The pool is the nicest in Akumal and my kids loved it. It is heavily landscaped and very private. The snorkeing is fantastic in Akumal Bay and we saw turtles on every trip. Buy your gear in the US and bring it. The tours go 100 yards from the beach and you can swim there easily. I did it with my 8 year old. There is hardly a current. The tours charge $50 and the boats are right there - what a joke. If you go fishing, charter from La Cueva. I went twice and their guides were better than the other I tried. The restaurant will also cook your fish 5 different ways - free. Just pay for drinks and appetizers. Coba is very interesting. Make sure to swim the cenote there. It was one of the highlights from our trip! The restaurants were all great. By far, our favorite was Buena Vida. It is close and we could sit 10 feet from the ocean and eat. We went there 3 times and the food was great each time. This is a great desination and I would highly recommend it. The owner is also great. Thanks for all of your help Brenda!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/01/08 Review Submitted: 05/30/08

We stayed at LaSirena early April for 6 nights and found the condo to be exactly what we were hoping for. The unit is extremely spacious for 4 people, but for the two of us, it was more space than we needed - which was fine for us! We loved sitting out on the front deck - and the corner unit was perfect for privacy! The snorkeling was fantastic - we would have gone scuba diving, but the seas got rough our second day, so we just snorkeled the entire time. Even at that, we saw squid - which we've never seen diving before. That was a treat! And the abundance of other sealife was amazing! The close proximity to the Lagoon was great, too - we were able to spend a day there, returning to the condo for lunch. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly - it was a pleasure dealing with them! Brenda was very professional and helpful in every aspect of renting her condo. A rental agreement was promptly sent, and follow-up materials were mailed to us. We had no concerns when we left for Mexico. Thanks for sharing your condo with us -we will definitely recommend!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/01/08 Review Submitted: 05/14/08

We stayed at this property in late April 2008. I did a great deal of research to try find the "right" place to stay and we hit the jackpot with this unit. The unit is on the second floor and since it is a corner property with no building to the south you have an unobstructed view of all of Half Moon Bay. Listen to the waves as you sit on the huge veranda. The unit is tastefully decorated and there is plenty of room to spread out. The unique design allows you to look through a picture window from the master bedroom and out the external windows to see the ocean from the heart of the condo. Restuarants and shopping are nearby. Brenda was a charming and accommodating host. We cannot wait to stay here again and unwind in paradise!!!

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Guest: STCO (San Francisco Bay area)
Date of Stay: 04/01/08 Review Submitted: 04/23/08

Located at the end of the road, this island of tranquility will refresh your spirits. My family of three loved the spacious, beautifully decorated condo with endless views out to the turquoise bay. Lots of time was spent at the pool and the grounds are impeccably maintainted. My personal favorite activity was resting in the hammock while enjoying the gentle breeze and the sounds and sights. Brenda was caring and attentive when setting up the reservation and asnwered every question I had (and I had a lot!).

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/08 Review Submitted: 04/18/08

Hi Brenda,just wanted to let you,and everyone else,know what a wonderful time we had during our stay at La Sirena.The view from the condo is AMAZING!The staff(Hector & Raual) are great and the condo itself is great.We would recommend it highly. Thanks,Mark

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Guest: A.R.
Date of Stay: 03/17/08 Review Submitted: 03/16/08

Hi Brenda, I just wanted to let you know that we loved your condo! We had a really great, relaxing week. We spent some days on the property and some doing daytrips like Excaret and Tulum. I would definitely recommend your condo to friends and in fact, we met another Canadian couple there who wanted a peek at your condo and they preferred it to their rental on the 3rd floor (they said yours was much more tastefully decorated and in better condition), so I passed on your name to them; they might contact you for next year. The staff were very helpful; we dealt with Hector and Raul. Thanks,

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/08 Review Submitted: 03/07/08

We stayed over three weeks here and enjoyed every minute. It is a beautiful condo and the staff is extremely helpful. The pictures of the listing are very accurate. Acumal is wonderful little town with several very fine restaurants and located near a lot of great places to visit and explore. I would strongly suggest taking a Spanish/English phrase book if you speak no Spanish. It would have been helpful to us.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/01/08 Review Submitted: 01/12/08

La Sirena is a perfect Mexico getaway- ideal location, wonderful staff, and above all, quiet and peaceful. This condo has a great deck w/a two-sided corner view, and an undeveloped lot right next door. Don't miss the grilled whole chickens in Tulum!!

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Guest: Karen_HAC117434 (Mead, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 12/01/07 Review Submitted: 12/18/07

The condo worked out great for our family of 4. The staff is very helpful, and the location is wonderful - close to everything, but peaceful and private. Except for a couple of day trips, we spent almost all of our time in the ocean, but the pool was fantastic for the kids when they still had energy and mom and dad didn't! Everything was comfortable and convenient. Great vacation!

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Guest: Brenda B. (Not Specified)
Date of Stay: 11/01/07 Review Submitted: 10/31/07

We had a great time and greatly enjoyed your unit. The staff were great and very helpful. Would love to go back tomorrow if I could. The snorkelling was perfect as only a mild breeze blowing out made for almost no waves. We found several new places to eat as well. Take care and thanks again for everything. Steve

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Guest: Kathy_HAC104319 (West Linn, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 08/01/07 Review Submitted: 08/30/07

We stayed at LaSirena # 5 beginning Aug. 13, 2007. Brenda is very helpful and answered all our questions. She even asked the staff to have the A/C on so the condo would be nice and cool for our late arrival. The condo has everything you could want-wireless, A/C, gym. The view of the ocean is great but we enjoyed sitting on the back deck and looking out into the jungle. We saw many creatures and enjoyed listening to the birds. Unfortunately we had to leave a few days early due to approaching Hurricane Dean but we would certainly stay here again!

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Guest: Julie Kelly (Keller, Texas)
Date of Stay: 05/01/07 Review Submitted: 05/28/07

We loved our stay in La Sirena #5! The amount of space was ample for a family or two couples. The views were incredible of Half Moon Bay and the ocean beyond. The kitchen was large with plenty of appointments for preparing meals. The condo complex staff was charming and very helpful. Although there is a wall separating the sandy beach area and the water, it did not interfere in anyway with our ability to get in the bay for some snorkeling; in fact, the ramp into the water made it easier than having to balance on the rocks to walk to deeper water. The location is perfect. We walked to Yal-ku just around the block, and Que Onda just a few yards away was great for pasta dishes. Also, this part of Half Moon Bay is much quieter than further south. We would definitely stay here again and would recommend to anybody considering Akumal!

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Guest: Swartzendrubers (Denver, CO)
Date of Stay: 04/01/07 Review Submitted: 04/18/07

We had a wonderful time on our spring break trip to Akumal. Staying at LaSirena #5 helped make this vacation great. We had everything that we needed and the service was great. We sometimes just enjoyed sitting on the patio and taking in the ocean view. The breeze from the ocean kept the condo nice and cool during the day and at night. We enjoyed the snokeling at half moon bay and enjoyed checking out the different restaurants in the area. We really enjoyed our stay at LaSirena and our trip to Akumal.

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Guest: Steven Sugarman (Santa Fe, NM)
Date of Stay: 02/13/07 Review Submitted: 02/13/07

This condominium is the perfect rental for two couples or a small family. My party consisted of two couples and two dogs. Before renting the place, we corresponded with Brenda (the extremely helpful owner) to let her know our requirements. In particular, we needed a dog-friendly rental and high speed internet. Both of these requirements could be met at her condo in the La Sirena complex. Upon arrival at the condo, we were absolutely delighted with what we found. Obviously, there are many rentals in Akumal abd we felt that we had found the proverbial "needle in a haystack." As soon as entered, we were absolutely enthralled by the huge walls of glass that bring the blue Caribbean of Half Moon Bay right into the condo. The view from this condo could not be any better - you literally feel as though you are floating right above the sea. And because the condo is located in a corner of the complex, there is a wide open view not only out to sea, but along the sweep of the bay. Really, the setting and the view -- both of which can be enjoyed from the large outside deck as well as from the interior spaces through the large window walls -- could not be any more spectacular. Inside, the condo is extremely roomy. Two couples had ample and comfortable space to cook, laze around, play games, read, etc. We did not feel cramped inside in any way, shape, or form. The master bedroom suite is spacious and also opens up to that incredible Carribean view, and has a large en suite bathroom. The second bedroom is quite a bit smaller, but still very comfortable and has a king sized bed and a nice balcony overlooking the pool and the garden area. The kitchen is very fully equipped. I myself own rental properties and have visited many others, and the kitchen in this condo is unusually well-equipped. Finally, the grounds of the complex were very nicely maintained. The beach area was always very tidy and clean, and because it is at the far north end of Half Moon Bay, it felt very quiet. Also, although the immediate shorefront in front of the beach is a bit rocky, there are a couple of ramps built into the water that make it easy to get into the water to enjoy the incredible snorkelling right off the shore. Importantly, the water here is in the lee of a point, so there is very little surf at this particular part of the beach -- this made snorkelling easy for my 70 year old parents. The garden and the pool area was also very nice. All in all, we couldn'

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Guest: Robert_HAC75536 (Waterloo, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 02/06/07 Review Submitted: 02/06/07

Four of us (two couples)stayed at La Sirena #5 from January 14-26/07. We have been to the Mayan Riviera over the last five years. Snorkeling in Akumal Bay was a 14 out of 10. You can walk out into the water without difficulty (sand bottom)and within a 100 feet from shore you can see turtles, manta rays, barracudas, and a multitude of colorful fish and corals. Simply put priceless!!! Snorkeling in Yal-Ku Lagoon and Half Moon Bay were a 12 out of 10 with a huge abundance of fish varieties and an opportunity to see turtles and brilliant coral reefs. Ask Lorenzo how to get in to Yal-Ku for free! A 12 out of 10 for us was watching the sunsets from the balcony and then the emerging of the stars and after the catch sighting of a shooting star. In the morning watching the birds out on the Bay or in the lot next door is terrific as well. A 12 out of 10 was the view from the top of La Sirena. A 11 out of 10 had to be the pool whether it be any time of day or night. Besides the exercise that one got the pool was a great meeting place for other renters and/or owners. A 10 out of 10 had to be the snorkeling out in front of the condo in Half Moon Bay. The shoreline is very rocky and hence requires care in entering the water anywhere on this beach. We found the best place was the concrete walkway to the left of the condo, where at the end of it we would put our snorkeling equipment on and then proceed to walk backwards until the water was deep enough to snorkel. The bay has lots of fish and coral to see, but at the same time is shallow and hence best to go out on a calm day where the waves are not affecting how you are able to avoid the coral and yet move around. A 10 out of 10 was the support staff at La Sirena from the maid to the staff in the front office. Every concern that we had was dealt with quickly. A 8 out of 10 was the actual condo itself. A previous poster described this unit best, and I have nothing to add other than we brought a whole bunch of DVD movies with us and found them excellent to view in winding down the day before bed. A 7 out of 10 for me was the weight room. I was the only one to use it as it costs $5.US per day to use. Everything is there for a good workout. From Selva Maya the men rented bicycles at $6.US per day to get around, and for the women we rented a two person golf cart for $20.US per day. The golf cart was a godsend without a car to get around and carry groceries from town. We found all of the restaurants to

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Guest: Igor (Albany NY)
Date of Stay: 02/01/07 Review Submitted: 02/17/07

Dear Brenda, I am writing to tell you how much we enjoyed our vocation at your place. It was PERFECT! Thank you for sharing your beautiful condo with us this week. Your good taste shows through in every aspect of the apartment and it's appointments Thank you for providing Internet service, satellite television and maid service. Thank you so much for this wonderful oasis

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Guest: Igor Lensky (Albany NY)
Date of Stay: 02/01/07 Review Submitted: 02/17/07

Just a word to let you know how great everything was during our stay at your place The view was spectacular and the service was very good.

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Guest: Steven Sugarman (Santa Fe, NM)
Date of Stay: 02/01/07 Review Submitted: 02/12/07

This condominium is the perfect rental for two couples or a small family. My party consisted of two couples and two dogs. Before renting the place, we corresponded with Brenda (the extremely helpful owner) to let her know our requirements. In particular, we needed a dog-friendly rental and high speed internet. Both of these requirements could be met at her condo in the La Sirena complex. Upon arrival at the condo, we were absolutely delighted with what we found. Obviously, there are many rentals in Akumal abd we felt that we had found the proverbial "needle in a haystack." As soon as entered, we were absolutely enthralled by the huge walls of glass that bring the blue Caribbean of Half Moon Bay right into the condo. The view from this condo could not be any better - you literally feel as though you are floating right above the sea. And because the condo is located in a corner of the complex, there is a wide open view not only out to sea, but along the sweep of the bay. Really, the setting and the view -- both of which can be enjoyed from the large outside deck as well as from the interior spaces through the large window walls -- could not be any more spectacular. Inside, the condo is extremely roomy. Two couples had ample and comfortable space to cook, laze around, play games, read, etc. We did not feel cramped inside in any way, shape, or form. The master bedroom suite is spacious and also opens up to that incredible Carribean view, and has a large en suite bathroom. The second bedroom is quite a bit smaller, but still very comfortable and has a king sized bed and a nice balcony overlooking the pool and the garden area. The kitchen is very fully equipped. I myself own rental properties and have visited many others, and the kitchen in this condo is unusually well-equipped. Finally, the grounds of the complex were very nicely maintained. The beach area was always very tidy and clean, and because it is at the far north end of Half Moon Bay, it felt very quiet. Also, although the immediate shorefront in front of the beach is a bit rocky, there are a couple of ramps built into the water that make it easy to get into the water to enjoy the incredible snorkelling right off the shore. Importantly, the water here is in the lee of a point, so there is very little surf at this particular part of the beach -- this made snorkelling easy for my 70 year old parents. The garden and the pool area was also very nice. All in all, we couldn't have been happier with this place and I look forward to returning some day.

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Guest: Robert_HAC75536 (Waterloo, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 02/01/07 Review Submitted: 02/05/07

Four of us (two couples)stayed at La Sirena #5 from January 14-26/07. We have been to the Mayan Riviera over the last five years. Snorkeling in Akumal Bay was a 14 out of 10. You can walk out into the water without difficulty (sand bottom)and within a 100 feet from shore you can see turtles, manta rays, barracudas, and a multitude of colorful fish and corals. Simply put priceless!!! Snorkeling in Yal-Ku Lagoon and Half Moon Bay were a 12 out of 10 with a huge abundance of fish varieties and an opportunity to see turtles and brilliant coral reefs. Ask Lorenzo how to get in to Yal-Ku for free! A 12 out of 10 for us was watching the sunsets from the balcony and then the emerging of the stars and after the catch sighting of a shooting star. In the morning watching the birds out on the Bay or in the lot next door is terrific as well. A 12 out of 10 was the view from the top of La Sirena. A 11 out of 10 had to be the pool whether it be any time of day or night. Besides the exercise that one got the pool was a great meeting place for other renters and/or owners. A 10 out of 10 had to be the snorkeling out in front of the condo in Half Moon Bay. The shoreline is very rocky and hence requires care in entering the water anywhere on this beach. We found the best place was the concrete walkway to the left of the condo, where at the end of it we would put our snorkeling equipment on and then proceed to walk backwards until the water was deep enough to snorkel. The bay has lots of fish and coral to see, but at the same time is shallow and hence best to go out on a calm day where the waves are not affecting how you are able to avoid the coral and yet move around. A 10 out of 10 was the support staff at La Sirena from the maid to the staff in the front office. Every concern that we had was dealt with quickly. A 8 out of 10 was the actual condo itself. A previous poster described this unit best, and I have nothing to add other than we brought a whole bunch of DVD movies with us and found them excellent to view in winding down the day before bed. A 7 out of 10 for me was the weight room. I was the only one to use it as it costs $5.US per day to use. Everything is there for a good workout. From Selva Maya the men rented bicycles at $6.US per day to get around, and for the women we rented a two person golf cart for $20.US per day. The golf cart was a godsend without a car to get around and carry groceries from town. We found all of the restaurants to be excellent and good value, except for the prices at Lo-Ha and hence didn't eat there. By far the best value in town was the "Akumalite" restaurant beside the entrance to the grocery store, and fish special at Cueva Del Pescador. Best breakfast was at Lucy's Kitchen. Highlight meals were the baby back ribs at La Buena Vida, and the filet mignon at La Lunita.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/25/07 Review Submitted: 01/25/07

My husband and I, along with our two teenagers, stayed in La Sirena #5 over Christmas and New Year's for about 10 days. This condo is on the 2nd story on the southern end of the complex. We were really happy there. Akumal is small and Half Moon Bay is smaller but there is a grocery store, internet cafe, some nice artsy gift shops, several dive shops and a nice variety of restaurants (some on the beach - some not). The road to the condo is charming. The perfect distance to walk to the center of Akumal (about 3/4 of a mile). We walked there every morning and came back on the beach. We swam and/or snorkeled most days in the bay if we didn't do a day trip to somewhere else. Though initially very shallow, you could begin snorkelling right from the waters edge. Very nice snorkeling but sometimes the water could be a little too rough for a pleasant snorkel. We saw squid, rays, one barracuda, tons of colorful luminescent tropical fish and a turtle! Coral was beat up near shore but nicer farther out. We really enjoyed lounging and basking in the sun and warm breeze for a good while on the man-made beach out front after our daily snorkel/swim. Went to Yal Ku Lagoon once. It is different and worth seeing but only if you go early before the tour vans come with lots of people. The condo was fantastic. We liked the location at the end of the beach because most beachwalkers turned around before La Sirena. We loved the 3 balconies and all of the windows and fans. Being on the end was nice because we had the undeveloped lot next door where we could watch birds and admire the tropical trees and flowers. The condo had a light, breezy, tropical, private, and comfortable feel. We never used the air conditioner (but did use the quiet ceiling fans constantly). Water pressure and temp were great. Loved the open tile showers! Beautiful views from every window. Kitchen was bright with nice tile countertops and great view from the kitchen sink window watching the pelicans and frigatebirds soaring by. Large TV with many English and French language stations. (We probably watched too much TV in the evenings!) Hardly any bugs (This is Mexico!) Sometimes geckos chirping on the balcony walls. The pool looked lovely though only my husband and son used it - on the night we arrived. We were more interested in the ocean. The pool was clean and looked ideal for kids! And the grounds and gardens at La Sirena definately add much to the nice feeling of staying there. Staff wa

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/01/07 Review Submitted: 01/24/07

My husband and I, along with our two teenagers, stayed in La Sirena #5 over Christmas and New Year's for about 10 days. This condo is on the 2nd story on the southern end of the complex. We were really happy there. Akumal is small and Half Moon Bay is smaller but there is a grocery store, internet cafe, some nice artsy gift shops, several dive shops and a nice variety of restaurants (some on the beach - some not). The road to the condo is charming. The perfect distance to walk to the center of Akumal (about 3/4 of a mile). We walked there every morning and came back on the beach. We swam and/or snorkeled most days in the bay if we didn't do a day trip to somewhere else. Though initially very shallow, you could begin snorkelling right from the waters edge. Very nice snorkeling but sometimes the water could be a little too rough for a pleasant snorkel. We saw squid, rays, one barracuda, tons of colorful luminescent tropical fish and a turtle! Coral was beat up near shore but nicer farther out. We really enjoyed lounging and basking in the sun and warm breeze for a good while on the man-made beach out front after our daily snorkel/swim. Went to Yal Ku Lagoon once. It is different and worth seeing but only if you go early before the tour vans come with lots of people. The condo was fantastic. We liked the location at the end of the beach because most beachwalkers turned around before La Sirena. We loved the 3 balconies and all of the windows and fans. Being on the end was nice because we had the undeveloped lot next door where we could watch birds and admire the tropical trees and flowers. The condo had a light, breezy, tropical, private, and comfortable feel. We never used the air conditioner (but did use the quiet ceiling fans constantly). Water pressure and temp were great. Loved the open tile showers! Beautiful views from every window. Kitchen was bright with nice tile countertops and great view from the kitchen sink window watching the pelicans and frigatebirds soaring by. Large TV with many English and French language stations. (We probably watched too much TV in the evenings!) Hardly any bugs (This is Mexico!) Sometimes geckos chirping on the balcony walls. The pool looked lovely though only my husband and son used it - on the night we arrived. We were more interested in the ocean. The pool was clean and looked ideal for kids! And the grounds and gardens at La Sirena definately add much to the nice feeling of staying there. Staff was friendly, courteous and helpful. We would definately stay there again but probably won't since we have too many other places we want to see in this world! Maybe someday we will get to come back........

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