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.
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.
Maroma Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Maroma Beach, a popular beach in Playa del Carmen. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this romantic area.
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
The hotel has a good location and a very pleasant environment. The buffet offers excellent variety and quality, especially for breakfast and lunch. However, I believe the dinner options could be improved, as they were not as impressive. One downside was that we found some cockroaches in our room, ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive
While the lobby isn’t the more inviting due to its decoration style, the building is immaculately clean and the service is much more than excellent! Food 8/10, rooms spacious and very comfortable. Has a private beach which most Rius in the area do not. Overall experience 9/10.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Playa del Carmen
Amazing stay, beautiful rooftop pool , perfect and safe car parking. Front desk staff super helpful and Very polite. Chose this hotel because of its easy access by car. 10 minutes drive from Playa Fundadores, where the main action is. Perfect Hotel if you rent a car and explore By yourself the Mayan ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive
Very clean rooms!!! Amazing place!!!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Sandos Playacar All Inclusive
I had a great family vacation at Sandos Playacar. We stayed in the Platinum Tower in a beautiful room. The beach is be
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive
Pros: the beach was beautiful, breakfast was pretty good, the rooms were very clean and the grounds well maintained. All the wildlife at the resort was a bonus for our kids! Our kids really enjoyed the white party at Tequila on Friday night. Cons: the food options for lunch and dinner were pretty ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 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 Playacar Golf Club and Playacar Beach.
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 Quinta Avenida are some notable places to visit nearby.
