Riviera Maya Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Tulum Mayan Ruins showing a ruin

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Where to stay in Riviera Maya

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
Tulum Mayan Ruins showing a ruin

Zona Hotelera

Travellers to Zona Hotelera praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tulum Beach and Tulum Mayan Ruins.

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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
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Playacar Zona Hotelera

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Playacar Zona Hotelera. Make a stop by top sights like Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha while you're exploring the area.

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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
Tulum featuring heritage architecture and heritage elements

Tulum City Center

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Historical sites and bars are notable features of Tulum City Center. You might consider stopping by Dos Aguas Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Tulum City Center
Ocean Coral & Turquesa All Inclusive
Ocean Coral & Turquesa All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
Super manzana 12, Lote 1-05, Puerto Morelos, QROO
The price is 6.516.326 ₫ per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
6.516.326 ₫
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Puerto Morelos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,595 reviews)
"Amazing stay at this resort. Proximity to the ocean was amazing. Staff suburb and food so good! Wood definitely go back"

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Ocean Coral & Turquesa All Inclusive
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 11.335.725 ₫ per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
11.335.725 ₫
per night
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,302 reviews)
"The hotel is beautiful but it is huge so it’s a lot of walking to get anywhere. The staff is friendly but very much selling a timeshare type of thing. If you don’t agree they seem to be less nice and accommodating."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - 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 14.363.647 ₫ per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
14.363.647 ₫
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,374 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive
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Santal Tulum
Santal Tulum
4 out of 5
La Veleta, Tulum, QROO
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Tulum. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tulum Mayan Ruins and Tulum Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"The place is pretty new, it’s beautiful and affordable! We had a great time and enjoying our stay. I would definitely go back and recommend it to my friends and family"

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Santal Tulum
Siwa Tulum
Siwa Tulum
4 out of 5
Quintana Roo 15, Tulum, QROO
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Tulum. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Tulum Beach and Tulum Mayan Ruins are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"The only minimal issue is that it is a good 10 min drive to the hotel from the town. You can walk but it will take a good 20-30 mins depending on how slow you walk. The rest of the stay was amazing! You are greeted with a refreshing drink, and are given an intensive walk through of the property. ..."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Siwa Tulum
Casa Wahh
Casa Wahh
4 out of 5
Privada Luum Zama en Aldea Zama,, Mza 27, lte 1, Tulum, QROO
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Tulum. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room massages. Popular attractions Tulum Mayan Ruins and Tulum Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at Casa Wahh. Really nice property. The quiet was nice and so were the amenities. Really enjoy the upstairs area. Also liked that, it had security and felt safe. Be aware that there is not much in the immediate area. A person has to walk or find a way to get to anything around ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

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Popular places to visit

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Xcaret Eco Theme Park

4/5(7 reviews)

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.

Xcaret Eco Theme Park
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Tulum Mayan Ruins

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Find out about the history of Tulum Mayan Ruins, a well-known monument in Tulum. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Tulum Mayan Ruins
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Xel-Há Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day at Xel-Há Park and see why everyone loves this theme park in Tulum. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Xel-Há Park
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La Isla Shopping Mall

4/5(32 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit La Isla Shopping Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Avenida Kukulkan. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

La Isla Shopping Mall
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Maroma Beach

3.5/5(8 reviews)

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.

Maroma Beach
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Playa del Carmen Main Beach

3.5/5(31 reviews)

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.

Playa del Carmen Main Beach

Cities near Riviera Maya

Half Moon Bay showing a beach and tropical scenes

Akumal

Cancun showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and landscape views

Cancun

Puerto Morelos which includes a coastal town, tropical scenes and boating

Puerto Morelos

Tulum Mayan Ruins which includes building ruins and rugged coastline

Tulum