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
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
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
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
The price is AED 710 per night from May 6 to May 7
AED 710
AED 870 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,117 reviews)
""What I loved most was the respect and protection shown towards the animals and nature in and around the hotel. What I liked least were the lunches and dinners at the buffet and restaurants, as I often found the food to be bland and lacking in flavor.""

Reviewed on 17 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 899 per night from Apr 30 to May 1
AED 899
AED 899 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
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! (3,701 reviews)
"Lo que no me gustó es que te quieren vender un timeshare,"

Reviewed on 15 April 2025

Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive
Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only -  All Inclusive
Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
Carretera Federal Chetumal, km. 299, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is AED 882 per night from May 11 to May 12
AED 882
AED 882 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,856 reviews)
"We had a great time! Resort was clean and well taken care of!"

Reviewed on 14 April 2025

Ocean Maya Royale - 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! (385 reviews)
"Amazing laid back property, great for old folks wanting a quiet vacation. Not suitable for young people who want to party haha But we had a great time"

Reviewed on 14 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! (1,198 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
Luciana Hotel & Beach Club
Luciana Hotel & Beach Club
3 out of 5
Playa del Carmen
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (524 reviews)
"There is some wear and tear but the room is clean, bed was comfortable and I felt safe during my stay. The entrance is on the beach side or passing through a restaurant. Walkable to ADO and plenty of restaurants and stores. There is music that goes on 24/7 but it didn’t affect my sleep. To access ..."

Reviewed on 14 April 2025

Luciana Hotel & Beach Club
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

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
3556
5 - Excellent 53%
4 - Good
2396
4 - Good 36%
3 - Okay
583
3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
117
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
68
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