Playacar Travel Guide
Playa del Carmen
Popular places to visit
Xcaret Eco Theme Park
Have a fun-filled day at Xcaret Eco Theme Park and find out why people love this theme park in Xcaret. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or seek out the diving spots.
Maroma Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Maroma Beach, a popular beach in Playa del Carmen. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.
Playa del Carmen Main Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Playa del Carmen Main Beach, a popular beach in Playa del Carmen. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's festivals.
Quinta Avenida
During your visit to Playa del Carmen, you can do some window-shopping at Quinta Avenida. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Ferry to Cozumel
Explore the waterfront in Xcaret with a trip to Ferry to Cozumel. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Playacar Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playacar Beach during your travels in Playa del Carmen? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Playacar
Hotel Riu Tequila - All Inclusive
Food was good, staff was friendly. Front desk wasn’t friendly and nice. We had cockroach in first room on the main floor, than we were moved to the other room on the second floor and no cockroach there, but at the end of our stay we were offered to moved to a better room but on the first floor again. ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive
Some of it was hard due to the heat lamps. I’ve been to to this hotel multiple times and yet it’s the same food. They really need to change things up.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Playa del Carmen
Very nice breakfast and clean rooms
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive
Excellant resort
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive
Everything was good except there were seaweeds on the beach for the second half of our vacation.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Sandos Playacar All Inclusive
Where to start? Sandos was EXCEPTIONAL! Our stay at this resort was nothing short of phenomenal. We visited to celebrate my husband’s 40th birthday and brought along a group of 17 friends and family—and somehow, every single detail for every single person was absolutely perfect. The resort itself ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Playacar
Playacar Zona Hotelera
The pristine beaches and ample 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 Fase I
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Playacar Fase I. A stop by Playacar Beach or Mayan Ruins of Playacar might round out your trip.
Campestre
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Campestre and surrounding area, you can visit Xplor Theme Park and Playacar Golf Club.
Playa del Carmen Centro
A noteworthy feature of Playa del Carmen Centro is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal.
Ejidal
When in Ejidal, you can plan a visit to Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Central Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Calica
While Calica isn't home to many top sights, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Central Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
