Tulum is not only renowned for its stunning beaches and vibrant nightlife but also for its intriguing historical sites. Among these, is the Pablo Escobar mansion in Tulum. However, there seems to be some confusion between the notorious figures El Chapo and Pablo Escobar. This post will clarify these misconceptions and provide you with all the essential information about visiting the Pablo Escobar mansion Tulum.

What is the Pablo Escobar Mansion in Tulum?

There is a mansion at Tulum’s beach that used to belong to Pablo Escobar. This was one of his houses or ‘hide-outs’ as some people refer them to. One Pablo acquired the property Tulum was very different from what it is now. The mansion was basically in the middle of nowhere.

Later the property was bought by an American. He turned it into a hotel called Casa Malca.

Location: Located on the beautiful Tulum Beach, currently this is part of Tulum’s famous ‘hotel zone’. Follow this link to find the exact location.

Tours and Costs

Since the building is not in the state it was in when Pablo owned it, there are also no tours or anything like that. You can look around the property though if you buy a drink at the restaurant. Parts of the mansion are only open to guests of the hotel though.

El Chapo House Tulum

There is some confusion between El Chapo and his associations with Tulum. Contrary to popular belief, the idea that El Chapo had a house in Tulum is a misconception. El Chapo Guzmán, the infamous Mexican drug lord, did not have any known properties in Tulum. His notorious hideouts and properties were primarily located in Sinaloa and the western states of Mexico. The stories about El Chapo in Tulum probably stem from confusion between Pablo Escobar and El Chapo.