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Beach #22 on the Countdown to the Best Beach in the Riviera Maya: Soliman Bay

Soliman Bay is one of the few places in the Riviera Maya where you get a sense of relaxation, solitude and privacy. If you visit Soliman Bay, you will find that there are no big hotels or crowds and the coast is mostly undeveloped, providing a break from many other popular destinations in the Riviera Maya.

This Bay has calm seas year around, thanks to the reef that blocks the big waves and undercurrents, making it ideal for families and water sports lovers. The beach is sandy, with a few rocks here and there; wearing water shoes is recommended to avoid injuries or cuts on your feet.

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Soliman Bay: Getting there

This secluded beach beauty is located in the heart of Riviera Maya, but it offers a private, secluded feel for its visitors.

If you are traveling from Cancun, take the Federal Road 307 southbound and drive 65 miles (about an hour and fifteen minutes), you will pass Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras and Akumal. Soliman Bay is 9 miles south of Akumal (approximately 20 minutes), so keep your eyes open for the entrance. You can look for signs for the Oscar y Lalo restaurant, on the right hand side of the road and you reach Tulum you have gone too far.

Soliman Bay: Things to do

Keep in mind that Soliman Bay is a small semi-private gated community, there are a few villas and the owners value their privacy. The easiest way to access the beach at Soliman Bay is to visit one of their popular restaurants such as Chamico’s or the Sahara Cafe and enjoy a cold drink and let their professional staff pamper you.

The other way to experience this beautiful place is to stay in one of the hotels or vacation rentals and enjoy this unspoiled piece of paradise! Some of the things you can do during your stay at Soliman Bay is sunbathing, relaxing and enjoy a tropical drink. You could also go for a walk on the beach, kayak in the bay or go snorkel on the reef.

Remember that Soliman Bay is located between Akumal and Tulum, so if you want a little bit more action you could book a day tour or visit one of the many local attractions!

Soliman Bay: Recommendations

There is no way to access Soliman Bay beach for free, you have to be a guest or visit one of the local restaurants.
Most of the hotels with restaurant will let you enjoy a meal there, but just to be on the safe side make a reservation ahead of time.
Do not forget to bring your water shoes and snorkeling gear!
There is not a lot of tourism in the area so it is wise to bring cash with you; the closest ATM’s are in Tulum or Akumal.

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Learn about the different beaches throughout the Riviera Maya, and count down with us to the Top 25 Beaches in the Riviera Maya every Friday.

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People from all over the world are choosing Mexico as a retirement destination. More than a million foreigners live permanently in Mexico, and about 50,000 snowbirds spend part of the year in this beautiful country.

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We have covered in other blogs the many benefits that Mexico offers its expats: easy straightforward immigration policies, cheap medical bills, warm weather and beautiful settings. But there is also another reason, the lower cost of living in Mexico.

Living in Mexico can reduce your bills dramatically, but do not take our word on it; let the numbers speak for themselves. We have selected three top retirement spots in America and two cities in the Yucatan Peninsula, to do a cost of living comparison on everyday items and services.

*The Lowest values are marked in gree

	Phoenix, AZ	Miami, FL	Tampa, FL	Playa del Carmen	Merida, Yucatan
Restaurants
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant	11.50	13.00	10.00	4.10	5.29
Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course	43.50	60.00	50.00	32.42	20.48
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)	6.00	6.62	7.00	4.61	5.46
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)	3.25	3.72	3.50	1.71	1.37
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)	5.00	4.48	5.00	2.73	2.25
Cappuccino (regular)	3.61	3.34	3.66	2.18	2.44
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)	1.48	1.61	1.59	1.02	0.74
Water (0.33 liter bottle)	1.23	1.32	1.10	1.15	0.55
Groceries
Milk (regular), (1 liter)	0.75	1.03	1.05	0.96	0.98
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)	2.29	2.59	2.40	1.73	1.54
Rice (white), (1kg)	3.18	2.44	2.83	0.68	1.06
Eggs (12)	2.20	2.63	2.28	1.17	1.59
Local Cheese (1kg)	7.80	9.96	11.83	4.44	6.37
Chicken Breasts (Boneless, Skinless), (1kg)	5.84	8.49	7.38	5.12	6.46
Apples (1kg)	3.43	4.03	4.00	2.01	2.00
Oranges (1kg)	4.41	3.13	4.05	0.78	3.04
Tomato (1kg)	3.20	3.73	3.90	0.78	1.06
Potato (1kg)	2.46	2.70	2.40	1.13	1.18
Lettuce (1 head)	1.21	1.63	1.80	0.96	0.61
Water (1.5 liter bottle)	1.82	2.13	1.64	0.92	0.75
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)	12.00	12.00	11.00	7.17	6.14
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)	2.50	3.80	2.13	0.80	1.16
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)	2.08	4.62	3.07	1.54	1.18
Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro)	7.50	7.00	6.38	3.41	3.41
Transportation
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)	2.12	2.25	2.00	0.48	0.48
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)	64.00	113.75	60.00	N/A	N/A
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)	3.00	2.50	2.50	1.88	1.37
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)	1.38	1.49	1.00	1.37	0.55
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)	32.50	20.00	25.00	10.24	10.24
Gasoline (1 liter)	0.91	0.97	0.92	0.85	0.85
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)	20,000.00	19,000.00	21,500.00	13,310.31	12,969.02
Utilities (Monthly)
Basic (Electricity, Heating, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment	173.60	173.54	150.31	91.30	133.10
1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans)	0.12	0.25	0.13	0.11	0.24
Internet (6 Mbps, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL)	49.38	48.42	47.22	22.17	25.04
Sports And Leisure
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult	35.83	38.89	36.00	47.10	22.75
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)	10.00	19.50	16.67	17.06	11.95
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat	9.88	12.00	11.00	3.92	4.78
Clothing And Shoes
1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)	39.17	37.00	39.00	56.31	43.69
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, …)	21.33	57.86	33.71	20.48	59.16
1 Pair of Nike Shoes	67.00	78.33	75.44	75.08	64.85
1 Pair of Men Leather Shoes	70.00	80.83	79.25	40.95	52.33
Rent Per Month
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre	833.33	1,609.29	885.00	477.81	204.77
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre	723.89	1,050.00	693.18	196.24	153.58
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre	1,334.00	2,850.00	1,466.67	1,185.98	420.92
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre	1,156.75	1,819.50	1,186.36	477.81	477.81
Buy Apartment Price
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre	1,829.86	3,632.82	1,345.49	728.09	648.45
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre	1,453.13	1,795.49	1,184.03	750.84	614.32

Salaries And Financing
Average Monthly Disposable Salary (After Tax)	2,767.86	3,151.83	2,834.99	739.46	418.65
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly	4.35	4.35	4.89	9.00	11.50
Source: Numbeo
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As you can see in this cost of living comparison, the cost of living in Mexico is much lower. Even if you decide to spend only part of the year in Mexico, your pension or savings will surely stretch further!

If you have ever dreamed of retiring in Mexico, please feel free to browse our beautiful properties! We have modern condos, retirement communities, beachfront homes, jungle cabanas…. whatever you can dream of!

Our professional and certified real estate agents have the expertise and credentials to help you become a homeowner in Mexico.

And remember, here at Top Mexico Real Estate…

We make it happen!