Playa del Carmen

Travel Guide

Playa del Carmen showing a bay or harbor
Playa del Carmen featuring a sandy beach, swimming and general coastal views
Half Moon Bay which includes a coastal town, a sandy beach and tropical scenes
Half Moon Bay featuring a beach and tropical scenes
Half Moon Bay which includes boating and a bay or harbor

Where to stay in Playa del Carmen

Beautifully lit tree along the road near Playa del Carmen,Mexico

Playacar

4.5/5(1,552 area reviews)

An upscale resort area with secluded beaches and villas by the sea, Playacar boasts a golf course designed by Robert von Hagge and is just a short drive from downtown Playa del Carmen.

Playacar
Cozumel featuring tropical scenes and a beach

Downtown Playa del Carmen

4.5/5(115 area reviews)

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

Downtown Playa del Carmen
A beautiful resort on the Mayan Riviera.

Riviera Maya

While Riviera Maya isn't home to many top sights, Tres Rios Ecopark and El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Riviera Maya
Beautifully lit tree along the road near Playa del Carmen,Mexico

Playacar Zona Hotelera

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant 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
Cozumel featuring tropical scenes and a beach

Gonzalo Guerrero

4.5/5(832 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
Playa del Carmen is a city I fell in love with at first sight! The people, the street food and restaurants and the beach are just amazing:) This is the view from the rooftop bar at The Palm at Playa, prefect to enjoy a cocktail at the bar or chill out in the hammocks!

Playa del Carmen Centro

4.5/5(474 area reviews)

Travelers to Playa del Carmen Centro praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach.

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 1,149 per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
SAR 1,149
SAR 1,401 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,063 reviews)
"This is a beautiful resort with plenty of everything. Well designed with pathways and trails around the property give you a feeling of a jungle experience along with the wildlife that lives in and around the reaort. Plenty of restaurants to chose from and there is nightly entertainment."

Reviewed on 3 April 2025

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive
Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive
5 out of 5
Prolongacion 5ta Avenida, Mza 20 Lote 006, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is SAR 1,184 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
SAR 1,184
SAR 1,184 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,668 reviews)
"Beautiful resort. Very relaxing and inviting. Would recommend it. BUT I was disappointed with the service on the platinum beach area. Servers stood at the bar almost all day and talked. They rarely brought drinks. I got three drinks myself for my wife and I while they watched as I walked up and brought ..."

Reviewed on 6 April 2025

Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive
Platinum Yucatan Princess Adults Only - All Inclusive
Platinum Yucatan Princess Adults Only - All Inclusive
5 out of 5
Prolongacion 5ta Avenida, Mz 20 Lote 006, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is SAR 1,337 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
SAR 1,337
SAR 1,337 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,548 reviews)
"The food was fantastic especially the Italian and Asian restaurants. Entertainment in the party pool was top notch. Plenty of activities to keep you busy… the guacamole class was great!! Excellent staff and bartenders. Beautiful and entertaining fire show!! We will be back!!"

Reviewed on 3 April 2025

Platinum Yucatan Princess Adults Only - All 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, Catamarán, Cenote & More Inclusive
El Dorado Royale, Catamarán, Cenote & More Inclusive
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 WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (384 reviews)
"Beautiful resort. The more inclusive options are worth your time. We did the Maroma Beach/Catamaran excursion and it was so worth it. We saw a sea turtle, stingrays, and lots of fish. Also recommend the cenote tour but bring food and water!"

Reviewed on 6 April 2025

El Dorado Royale, Catamarán, Cenote & More Inclusive
Hotel Colonial Playa del Carmen
Hotel Colonial Playa del Carmen
3.5 out of 5
Playa del Carmen
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,195 reviews)
"A great place that has a local feel. Mixed traditional with good City access, on foot or taxi. We walked to the Cozumel Ferry after checking out"

Reviewed on 15 February 2025

Hotel Colonial Playa del Carmen
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 WiFi, a private beach, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,584 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing. Will definitely be back!"

Reviewed on 3 April 2025

Playa Palms Beach Hotel
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

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 53%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 36%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Great beaches, cool caves for advanced divers, warm waters, shopping. Just be careful with cash on hands and do not leave it in the room even in the safety box. We were part of bigger group, 3 out of 12 rooms in 4 hotels were missing money or items.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Highly recommend the excursions of Rio Secreto and Chichen Itza.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Playa del Carmen. The vibe in the Riviera Maya is much more relaxed than the Cancun area. I also loved 5th Avenue for the shops, people watching and restaurants.

5/5 - Excellent

Emily

Amazing city, nice people.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love the people, the culture, the food, the geography, the history, Mayans, etc, I think Mexico is one of the most beautiful countries in the world.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Favorite destination in Mexico