Pass through hand-carved wooden archways into Radhoo Tulum, and you’ll discover 14 elegant rooms surrounding a tropical pool — a magnificent setup for an engagement soirée. Radhoo’s dedication to Mayan aesthetic seems to infuse the entire space, from the chukum-washed walls to the bohemian textiles to the hammock lounges that let your guests admire the rainforest canopy. Want an extra dash of relaxation? Book a La Valise spa treatment and watch your pre-engagement party stress melt faster than ice in the Tulum sun.

Five minutes from downtown Tulum but hidden away in a world of exuberance, Villa Yum Kaax is an eight-bedroom haven blending Mexican colonial sensibility with Moorish minimalism. Breeze through the turquoise-accented spaces as you make your way up to the rooftop pool — a cinematic setting for champagne toasts at sunset. In the garden that surrounds the property, you’re sure to discover the perfect spot that adds the allure of the jungle to your Kodak moment.

Sandwiched between the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve and Tulum National Park, Encantada Tulum sits on a pristine stretch of beach that feels lush yet exquisitely designed. Eight rooms blend into their boho surroundings, offering the type of oceanfront breeziness that makes bare feet mandatory and Instagram filters all but useless. The private wraparound decks serve up panoramic views of the Caribbean with such stunning beauty that guests might just put aside their phones for a moment — though they’ll reach for them again to capture the right sunset shot. Between the local artwork, handwoven textiles, and that hypnotic lull of the waves meeting the shore, this venue will remind you that sometimes the most life-altering experiences come in tucked away, perfectly curated packages.

Imagine Robinson Crusoe and Ralph Lauren stranded together on a tropical beach — but with excellent cocktails. That’s La Valise Tulum. This Small Luxury Hotels of the World member turns castaway fantasies into get-away-from-it-all realities with 22 stunning suites spread out between the beachfront and jungle grounds that teem with untamed beauty. The pièce de résistance? A master suite with a king-sized bed that rolls onto your private terrace for starlit champagne toasts. For engagement celebrations, the beachfront deck becomes an altar of open-air elegance, complete with locally sourced décor and thoughtful touches from hosts who treat each detail like it’s their own special day they’re planning.

No wonder Travel + Leisure ranked Nu Tulum among the top five restaurants in the Riviera Maya. Executive Chef Luis Aguilar has a knack for fusing rare Caribbean ingredients like winged beans and honey pineapple sourced from local farms into his menu — full of dishes so artfully crafted that your guests will be sneaking photos to their most discerning culinary confidants. For intimate celebrations, the jungle garden adds to the sensation of wild exuberance paired with suave elegance, complete with cocktails that make toasts sparkle brighter than that new diamond on your finger.

Perched on a powdery dune above jeweled Caribbean waters, Loyal Order brings Mediterranean soul to Mexican shores. This sophisticated beach hideaway serves up Aegean and Turkish flavors in a setting that feels like your most stylish friend's secret escape. The open-air space accommodates up to 200 guests, but the intimate nooks and atmospheric lighting create cozy moments perfect for toasting your engagement. Between the perfumed spices wafting through balmy air and waves providing nature's soundtrack below, this spot masters the art of seaside celebration with an international twist.

Lush greenery encloses Copal Gastro Bar so completely that a night out at this upscale, Mayan-style tiki bar feels like dining in your own secret garden oasis, hidden from the world behind walls of tropical foliage. This cozy spot specializes in international cuisine served with Mexican flair and accented with signature cocktails that sparkle beside the starlit pool. At night, when the lighting bathes guests in a cinematic glow, people often forget they’re celebrating an engagement and not on a movie set, starring in their own romantic film.

Nestled within Hotel Rubi Tulum, Balaxé Tulum combines ancient Mexican culinary techniques with an international panache, delivering the caliber of dining experience that would make a food critic pen love sonnets to the menu. The space radiates creative energy, inviting guests to float among the eclectic decor while sipping cocktails and savoring dish after spectacular dish. For couples seeking a multi-sensory masterpiece, this venue pairs art installations with artfully crafted drinks and a cenote-style pool. What better way to make a splash without the obnoxious cannonball?

The 64 suites of Hotel Shibari encircle one of the Yucatan’s magical natural wonders — a beautiful, crystal-clear cenote, offering couples the ultimate setting to celebrate in style. The property pays homage to the beauty of the jungles surrounding it, embracing the soaring palms and twisting vines as a backdrop. Instagram-worthy moments await everywhere from the tranquil jacuzzi lounges to the sophisticated cocktail bars. Our advice? Prepare for social posts so breathtaking they’ll feel like they belong in a fashion editorial.

When you go to a place that’s been awarded with a MICHELIN Key, you expect a certain level of service. Yet Hotel Milam still manages to surpass expectations. Enjoy mouthwatering, Mayan-inspired cuisine under soaring ceilings and string lights, in a space that flows from polished interiors to moonlit gardens that seem like they were custom-designed for that ring-reveal surprise. Toast the person you love while lounging poolside with craft cocktails so expertly made they’ll make your standard margarita. Toast the person you love while lounging poolside with a margarita destined to be your favorite.

The sizzle and sparkle of open-flame cooking is on display at Casa Banana, an Argentine-inspired oasis where wood-fired specialties emerge from the kitchen bearing the kiss of smoke and flame. Reserve outdoor garden seating for your celebration, and watch as flickering candles make every champagne toast worthy of its own photo-op. Pro tip: The house-smoked meats and fresh-baked focaccia will leave your guests with an overpowering impulse to return long after the last spark fades from the grill.

Perched above a pristine sweep of the Caribbean, Distrito Panamera brings Mediterranean soul to Mexican shores. Choose between the Suites Panamera, offering guests enhanced privacy and spacious accommodations, and the adjacent Hotel Panamera, an oceanfront property with a dash of glamorous beach club energy. The restaurant is roofed with a hand-thatched palapa and imbued with an ambience that makes even the simplest moments — like the arrival of world-class Greek and Turkish dishes to your table — feel camera-ready. Don’t be shocked if your guests start planning their own destination weddings on the spot.

Ambrosia at Casa Malca seems to take its name literally, serving up dishes worthy of the gods themselves. Not convinced? Book a private dining space adorned with Keith Haring artwork that turns every toast into a gallery-worthy moment. Then order the top-shelf sake, try the passion fruit salmon tiradito, or enjoy one of their artisanal Japanese-inspired cocktails. Finally, savor Chef Jonathan Carbajal’s innovative Asian cuisine and take in the sunset views of the Caribbean Sea. Turns out, you can have your Tulum and eat your tiradito, too.

Discover Tulum’s wild beauty at Arca, a restaurant that bathes dinners in dappled sunlight by day and warm candlelight at night. Nestled amid tropical foliage, the carved wooden tables offer Arca’s guests intimate spaces for clinking glasses and oohing and ahhing over rings. Should your guests need a conversation starter beyond your brilliant choice for a partner, the menu provides plenty of delicious talking points, such as fresh-caught Caribbean lobster and local chaya leaves grilled over hardwood coals, or butter-poached grouper with foraged sea beans and wild mushrooms.

Some celebrations deserve more than a dining room with a view. They deserve an entire stretch of Caribbean coastline as their background. Welcome to Pandano at Jashita Hotel, serving recipes that come alive with locally sourced ingredients. Want to level up your engagement dinner? Book the private dining terrace, suspended between sea and stars, and indulge in the handmade pasta that puts to shame your regular date-night outing to the local Italian place.

The sweep of stars glints overhead. The sand crunches between your toes. The waves rhythmically lap on to shore. Yes, this is all real, and it’s at Moro at Habitas, where you feel at one with the landscape as you sample masterfully crafted dishes with Middle Eastern flavors. Plan your celebration for sunset, when the glass walls blur the boundary between inside and outside, and the venue’s mixologists craft cocktails that capture the spirit of Tulum in every sip.

Sometimes the perfect engagement party needs a dash of drama and a pinch of mystery — the kind of atmosphere that makes every moment feel alluring and cinematic. Anyone seeking that romantic atmosphere should look into Wild Tulum. Reserve the candlelit garden for your next celebration and you’ll be delighted with Executive Chef Norman Fenton’s nine-course tasting menu. An experience that unfolds like a love story beneath the stars as copal incense weaves through the air in whispered promises.

Trade in the tired tasting rooms with their polyester tablecloths for barefoot-chic beachfront venues or candlelit jungle hideaways that make even a random midweek night feel bewitchingly romantic. Start planning your dream celebration in Tulum with these venues, and explore even more options on Venue Report. After all, you deserve a venue that makes your love story even better in the retelling.