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Sahara Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick walk to Quinta Avenida

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Outdoor pool
Interior
Restaurant
Beach nearby, white sand
Superior Family Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Triple Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Av. 15 Calle 8, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710

What's nearby

  • Quinta Avenida - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mamitas Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Xcaret Eco Theme Park - 12 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Don Mario Steak and Pasta House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Babe’s Noddle & Bar New Location - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Cochi-loka - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mexican Taco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Los Culiados Mariscos - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sahara Hotel

Hotel near Quinta Avenida
Located close to Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal and Mamitas Beach, Sahara Hotel provides a casino, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Hit the jackpot at this hotel with amenities such as a casino VIP room, 3 casino gaming tables, and 15 slot machines. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a garden and car rentals on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • A water dispenser, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Sahara Hotel have thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 100 km
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Covered self parking on site (MXN 100 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: MXN 120 for adults and MXN 120 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Los Huastequitos
  • Mr. Waffle

Things to do

  • 15 slot machines
  • 3 gaming tables
  • Casino (1,076 square feet of space)
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Built in 1999
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 19-inch smart TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 8 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately MXN 120 for adults and MXN 120 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: MXN 1200 per person (one-way)
  • Covered self parking fee: MXN 100 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number SHO1007167J3

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 5 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Sahara Hotel Playa del Carmen
Sahara Playa del Carmen
Sahara Hotel Riviera Maya/Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
Sahara Hotel Hotel
Sahara Hotel Playa del Carmen
Sahara Hotel Hotel Playa del Carmen

Frequently asked questions

Does Sahara Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Sahara Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sahara Hotel?

Self parking is available for MXN 100 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sahara Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Sahara Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Sahara Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of MXN 1200 per person applies.

Where is Sahara Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Playa del Carmen, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Quinta Avenida, Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal, and Mamitas Beach. Xplor Theme Park and Xcaret Eco Theme Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Sahara Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 213 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great value for the price. Staff were all very nice & helpful. We felt safe and comfortable. The breakfast options were really good & probably our favorite part of our stay. Hotel is walking distance to everything. Nice rooftop pool too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victorino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

ADRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location is really good. Convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
2 night stay at Sahara Hotel
This hotel is fine for budget travel. Very centrally located. The property is dated and could use a total renew but beds were decent, shower was hot and the room was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent, very close to Quinta Avenida, but without the noise. An easy walk from the ADO bus station. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Great options for food and all amenities. The beach is super easy to access. All in all, for the price,I really enjoyed my stay here. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property had missing parts of it drywall, the mattresses we unbearable to sleep on, we had to buy foam to put on the mattresses and didn't get much sleep because it was so bad. The water took at least 20 minutes to warm up and the mini split air conditioner did not work well. I would never stay in this hotel again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Unenjoyable stay
For this budget price I just hope for clean and safe. However the room’s door handle was loose and barely locked, felt very insecure. Mattresses had plastic covering under sheets so very hot. Housekeeping did not service the room but took away all the towels (which were hung up, not on floor) and refused to replace them unless they were tipped. Fridge in room very noisy. Generally, the room and hotel smelled like mildew/mould.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The A/C doesn't work
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La atención de Recepción nocturna es muy deficiente y no amigable al arender para upgrade. Habitación 13 muy ruidosa del techo, como algo trabajando con una bomba de agua.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Saul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Es muy centrica y hay muchos negocios de comida
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Cristina

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Esta bien la ubicación pero trataron de cobrarnos una sabanas manchadas que ya estaban asi
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy centrico
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

José Enrique

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Magali

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El hotel muy sucio, incómodo y en muy malas condiciones
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliseo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Buena experiencia
Muy bien. Cerca de la Quinta Avenida.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cobran aparte estacionamiento
Muy limpio, comodo, buena ubicacion, tiene estacionamiento pero hay que salir a la calle para entrar al hotel, no hay entrada directa y esta limitado, tecobran aparte el estacionamiento
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Itzel

Liked: Staff & service
Buena ubicacion pero las habitaciones no se si sean viejas habia uno que otro bichito y en dias sentia que no limpiaban como debia ser el personal de recepcion super amable y atento
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Esta en muy buena ubicación
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solo sugiero cambiar sábanas
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

STANISLAW

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marco

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
AC descompuesto, había insectos en la habitación
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ubicación muy cómoda
Excelente ubicación, muy cómodo por su cercanía a las dos estaciones de bus, supermercados, restaurantes, playa. Tiene un pequeño frigobar en las habitaciones. El único detalle es el agua de la alberca podrían mejorar ese detalle para estar al 100.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel Josue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El hotel bien, camas cómodas, desafortunadamente la habitación no tenia ni teléfono ni plancha, que son básicas, pero tenia horno de microondas y frigobar que no son basicos. Creo que un enchufe mas puedo haber sido funcional ya que eramos dos y no podiamos conectar dos celulares a la hora de dormir.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023