Head-to-Head Comparison
Key facts for your group of up to 10 guests.
| Category | Tulum in the Valley | AvantStay Polo Villas |
|---|---|---|
| Guest Rating | ★★★★★ 4.97 stars | ★★★★★ 4.9 stars |
| Distance to Empire Polo Club | 2.5 miles (~5 min) | ~1.4 miles from VIP entrance |
| Bedrooms / Capacity | 4 BR · Sleeps 10 | Varies by villa (most 4–6 BR) |
| Private Heated Pool & Spa | ✓ Heated pool + spa | ✓ Varies by villa |
| Upstairs Movie Room | ✓ Full home theater | ✗ Not offered |
| Game Room + Pool Table | ✓ Full-size table | ✗ Not standard |
| Poker Room | ✓ Dedicated room | ✗ Not offered |
| BBQ Grill & Fire Pit | ✓ Both included | – Varies by villa |
| Book Direct (No Platform Fees) | ✓ Save $500–$1,500 | ✗ Airbnb/VRBO fees apply |
| Owner-Operated | ✓ Direct owner contact | – Managed company |
| Number of Properties | 1 (exclusive, never double-booked) | 18 villas |
| Best For | Groups of 8–10 wanting the full experience | Groups who want a portfolio to choose from |
“Best Coachella rental I’ve ever stayed at. The movie room alone was worth it.”★★★★★ — Verified Airbnb guest
What Makes Tulum Different
Amenities no AvantStay villa offers — and what guests mention most in reviews.
Upstairs Movie Room
A dedicated home theater you won’t find at any managed villa portfolio in the valley.
Game Room + Pool Table
Full-size professional pool table plus yard games — the perfect pre-festival hangout.
Poker Room
A separate dedicated poker room for late-night games. Bring your chips.
Fire Pit + BBQ
Desert nights around the fire pit, mornings at the grill — the full Coachella Valley experience.
Book Direct & Save
Skip Airbnb. Book at tuluminthevalley.com and save $500–$1,500. Best rate guaranteed.
4.97 Stars
Higher-rated than AvantStay’s portfolio. Guests consistently rate cleanliness, care, and responsiveness top marks.
Where Each Property Wins
A fair look at what each option does best.
Entertainment amenities no one else has
The upstairs movie room, dedicated poker room, and full game room are unique in the Coachella Valley rental market. AvantStay’s Polo Villas emphasize proximity and luxury finishes — they don’t offer a home theater, and a dedicated poker room is virtually unheard of in managed portfolio rentals. If your group plans to spend time at the house — pre-gaming, movie nights, late-night games — Tulum in the Valley wins outright.
Book direct and save $500–$1,500
AvantStay lists on Airbnb, which means you pay Airbnb’s guest service fee (typically 14–16%) on top of the nightly rate. Booking directly at tuluminthevalley.com cuts that cost entirely. For a 3-night stay at $800/night, that’s roughly $384 back in your pocket — more on festival weekends when rates are higher.
Owner-operated = faster, more personal service
With a managed company like AvantStay, you’re dealing with a customer service team. With Tulum in the Valley, you deal directly with the owner. Questions get answered faster, special requests get considered, and the property is maintained at a higher standard because the owner’s reputation is on the line for every stay.
18 villas to choose from
If your group has very specific requirements — a particular layout, an extra bedroom, or you’re booking a large multi-property group — AvantStay’s portfolio of 18 Polo Villas gives you more options. They also offer concierge services and EV chargers at select properties. If flexibility and variety matter more than depth of amenities, AvantStay is worth exploring.
Ready to book the highest-rated rental near Coachella?
Private heated pool. Movie room. Game room. Poker room.
4.97★ · 2.5 miles from Empire Polo Club · Sleeps 10