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
The room and the staff were superb! The lower rate room we got, was backed up to an unknown property that had many dogs that barked through the day. Sounded like a dog fighting ring mid afternoon. Otherwise everything was great
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive
Our room was a little bit dated, pillows were terrible and no replacements available. Everything else was great!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Devossion By Live Aqua Playa del Carmen All Inclusive - Adults Only
Yes
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Sofía by Bunik
Clean quiet not busy easy walking
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Reef 28 Hotel & Spa - Luxury Adults Only - All Suites
We realky enjoyed our stay here all the staff were wonderful. Ricardo the bar tender and Eli stuck out to us the most but everyone was great. Great place in town to check everything out and enjoy the night life. Will definitely be back anoyher time.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Meliora By Bunik
The staff and location are excellent.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
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.
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.
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.
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.
