Casa Rosa is a wonderful place to stay. It is a well maintained house right on the beach. You walk out the back door to your own pool and only a few more steps to the beautiful ocean. It is so quiet and away from the main town that it sometimes feels like you are on your own personal beach.
You are only a 5-10 minute walk down the beach from a couple restaurants, a small store, and even a cenote.
Getting into town isn't difficult either without a car. Although expensive (~$15 each way) there are taxis near the guard shack that will take you into the Avenue tulum area (little shops, big markets, bars, restaurants). Or you can walk about 15 minutes down the entry road and get the collectivo van for $1/person (20 pesos).
And then there is the hipster/yoga area of tulum, on the ocean. It is filled with beautiful, resort style hotels, bars, shops, restaurants (a lot of vegan options in this area). Also, the tulum ruins are worth a visit.
Anyhow, I digress. The house is great. They have a great welcome book that explains everything. Maria, Bernardino, and Noel are wonderful and friendly.
We highly recommend Casa Rosa, especially for families and groups. Definitely book this place!
Thank you Nick and Jeff for sharing.