Playa del Carmen

Travel Guide

Playa del Carmen showing a bay or harbor
Playa del Carmen featuring a sandy beach, swimming and general coastal views
Half Moon Bay which includes a coastal town, a sandy beach and tropical scenes
Half Moon Bay featuring a beach and tropical scenes
Half Moon Bay which includes boating and a bay or harbor

Where to stay in Playa del Carmen

Beautifully lit tree along the road near Playa del Carmen,Mexico

Playacar

4.5/5(1,552 area reviews)

An upscale resort area with secluded beaches and villas by the sea, Playacar boasts a golf course designed by Robert von Hagge and is just a short drive from downtown Playa del Carmen.

Playacar
Cozumel featuring tropical scenes and a beach

Downtown Playa del Carmen

4.5/5(115 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Playa del Carmen, Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Playa del Carmen
Beautifully lit tree along the road near Playa del Carmen,Mexico

Playacar Zona Hotelera

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Playacar Zona Hotelera. A stop by Playacar Beach or Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha might round out your trip.

Playacar Zona Hotelera
Cozumel featuring tropical scenes and a beach

Gonzalo Guerrero

4.5/5(832 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.

Gonzalo Guerrero
A beautiful resort on the Mayan Riviera.

Riviera Maya

While Riviera Maya isn't home to many top sights, Tres Rios Ecopark and El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Riviera Maya
Playa del Carmen is a city I fell in love with at first sight! The people, the street food and restaurants and the beach are just amazing:) This is the view from the rooftop bar at The Palm at Playa, prefect to enjoy a cocktail at the bar or chill out in the hammocks!

Playa del Carmen Centro

4.5/5(474 area reviews)

Travelers to Playa del Carmen Centro praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach.

Playa del Carmen Centro
Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Carretera Federal 307, KM 282, Chetumal a Puerto Juarez, Xcaret, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is AED 1,631 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
AED 1,631
AED 1,984 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,243 reviews)
"Went with my girlfriend for 7 nights. Really enjoyed our stay! The beach buffet for breakfast and adult only saltwater pool were my favourite parts. The jungle areas are very cool, got to see monkeys, deer, and other wildlife. The drinks were pretty good. Rooms were clean and nice bed was comfy. ..."

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive
Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive
5 out of 5
Playa del Carmen
The price is AED 837 per night from May 29 to May 30
AED 837
AED 837 total
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,050 reviews)
"This is a fantastic hotel with great facilities for people of all ages. Restaurant selection is great and all food was delicious. The staff are amazing across the resort and i think it is a great value resort"

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive
Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive
Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive
5 out of 5
Prolongacion 5ta Avenida, Mza 20 Lote 006, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is AED 886 per night from May 29 to May 30
AED 886
AED 886 total
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,893 reviews)
"Great service"

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
El Dorado Royale, Catamarán, Cenote & More Inclusive
El Dorado Royale, Catamarán, Cenote & More Inclusive
5 out of 5
Km 45 Carretera Cancun, Tulum Kantenah, Maroma, Playa del Carmen, QROO
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (439 reviews)
"I read reviews - ALWAYS! The reviews for this property weren't great. That being said - the reviews are full of crap! This place was AMAZING! We got back last night and wish we were still there. Are there things that could be improved? Of Course! But did any of those things take away from what an ..."

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

El Dorado Royale, Catamarán, Cenote & More Inclusive
Playa Palms Beach Hotel
Playa Palms Beach Hotel
4 out of 5
1st Avenue Bis, Between 12th and 14th North Street, Playa del Carmen, QROO
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,596 reviews)
"I love the employees beautiful clean hotel. The sarcoso by the beach they should clean it everyday instead of letting it get overwhelming."

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

Playa Palms Beach Hotel
Hotel Colonial Playa del Carmen
Hotel Colonial Playa del Carmen
3.5 out of 5
Playa del Carmen
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,221 reviews)
"Very good place to stay!! Friendly staff! Close to the beach! Close to big and small stores and shops! And the main pearl of the hotel it is Jess from reception!!!"

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

Hotel Colonial Playa del Carmen
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Playa del Carmen

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 53%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 36%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Great beaches, cool caves for advanced divers, warm waters, shopping. Just be careful with cash on hands and do not leave it in the room even in the safety box. We were part of bigger group, 3 out of 12 rooms in 4 hotels were missing money or items.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Highly recommend the excursions of Rio Secreto and Chichen Itza.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Playa del Carmen. The vibe in the Riviera Maya is much more relaxed than the Cancun area. I also loved 5th Avenue for the shops, people watching and restaurants.

5/5 - Excellent

Emily

Amazing city, nice people.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love the people, the culture, the food, the geography, the history, Mayans, etc, I think Mexico is one of the most beautiful countries in the world.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Favorite destination in Mexico