Playa del Carmen Travel Guide

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Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen
Half Moon Bay showing a coastal town, a sandy beach and tropical scenes
Half Moon Bay showing a beach and tropical scenes
Playa del Carmen

Where to stay in Playa del Carmen

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Playacar

4/5(10 area reviews)

Amazing beaches great entertainment and top sights from Playa del Carmen Main Beach to Playacar Golf Club – discover Playacar, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Playacar
Cozumel which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Downtown Playa del Carmen

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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

Downtown Playa del Carmen
Cozumel which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Gonzalo Guerrero

4/5(18 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
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Riviera Maya

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Riviera Maya and surrounding area, you can visit Tres Rios Ecopark and El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course.

Riviera Maya
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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 Zona Hotelera
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Playa del Carmen Centro

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

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.

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 4.530.446 ₫ per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
4.530.446 ₫
5.554.842 ₫ total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,926 reviews)
"The place has lots of vegetation and looks beautiful. The buildings in areas need some TLC."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Av. Constituyentes No. 2, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is 7.068.411 ₫ per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
7.068.411 ₫
7.068.411 ₫ total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,501 reviews)
"I love the property, the view was outstanding and staff were very cautious and professional. The entertainment was generally good. It was a very relaxing atmosphere with different amenities. But there were just too many Raccoons running around the property, scaring people, ravaging garbage cans-and ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive

5 out of 5
Carr. Chetumal - Puerto Juarez Km. 282, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is 19.922.318 ₫ per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
19.922.318 ₫
24.179.008 ₫ total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,312 reviews)
"Beyond expectations"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun 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, Catamaran, Cenote, All & More Inclusive Adults Only

El Dorado Royale, Catamaran, Cenote, All & More Inclusive Adults Only

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 Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (518 reviews)
"We loved it we will be back soon"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

El Dorado Royale, Catamaran, Cenote, All & More Inclusive Adults Only
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 Wi-Fi, a private beach and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,685 reviews)
"Small private beach. Super clean. Incredible staff. Incredible sunrises."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Playa Palms Beach Hotel
Singular Dream Beach Residences

Singular Dream Beach Residences

3 out of 5
Zazil-ha, Playa del Carmen, QROO
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (623 reviews)
"Muy buen lugar muy cercas de la playa y de la 5ta pero a la vez tranquilo definitivamente vale la pena quedarse aquí también reconocer al personal todos muy amables y serviciales Isaías creo era el recepcionista de la mañana fue extremadamente amable y servicial merece un aumento y los de la barra ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Singular Dream Beach Residences
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

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 37%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 51%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Xel ha was excellentl as was swimming in the cenotes.

5/5 - Excellent

Su

Good nightlife, good restaurants, great beach clubs

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Close to the airport. Shopping poor on 5th Avenue, however did feel safe due to police presence not sure how safe it would be without them available.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Fantastic place! Very safe, everyone can find something for themselves to do. Streets were very clean. Food in Playa del Carmen was delicious

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Busy Mexican town. I was offered to buy marihuana every 15 meters on my family town walk

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lots of shops and massages, just dont accept 1st price, they come down loads. Massive supermarket near the ado bus station.

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