Downtown Playa del Carmen Travel Guide
Playa del Carmen
Visit Downtown Playa del Carmen
Popular places to visit
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 top-notch restaurants.
Mamitas Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mamitas Beach during your travels in Playa del Carmen? While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.
Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall
During your visit to Playa del Carmen, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.
Calle 12
You can enjoy the entertainment at Calle 12 during your travels to Playa del Carmen. While in this walkable area, you can savour the bars and restaurants.
Founders Park
Explore the great outdoors at Founders Park, a lovely green space in Playa del Carmen.
Top hotels in Downtown Playa del Carmen
Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Staff were lovely, room was very clean with comfy bed.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive
It was a great vacation!! The seaweed smell was so bad!!! Seemed like it was difficult for them to clean it up. But the resort was great other than that!! Would stay there again!!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
The Reef 28 Hotel & Spa - Luxury Adults Only - All Suites
Clean rooms Pool was dirty, not enough lounge chairs Food was good!
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hyatt Centric Playa del Carmen - Downtown House & Beach House
I was very impressed and had a wonderful time during my stay. Everyone was very professional, polite and helpful. Great service and cleanliness!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Meliora By Bunik
Well appointed room. No frills. Standard room is inexpensive.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
La Pasion Hotel Boutique by Bunik
Cute unique property but I didn't like the
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Playa del Carmen
Gonzalo Guerrero
If you're spending some time in Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.
Tohoku
Tohoku might not have many top sights, but Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Calica
While Calica isn't home to many top sights, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Zazil-ha
When in Zazil-ha, you can plan a visit to Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
El Pedregal
Though El Pedregal may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Plaza Las Americas.
