Riviera Maya

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Tulum Mayan Ruins which includes a ruin
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Riviera Maya featuring heritage architecture and a small town or village

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Where to stay in Riviera Maya

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
Tulum Mayan Ruins which includes a ruin

Zona Hotelera

Zona Hotelera is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Tulum Beach and Playa Paraiso, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tulum.

Zona Hotelera
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
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 Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal and Quinta Avenida.

Playa del Carmen Centro
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
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 1,046 per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
AED 1,046
AED 1,271 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
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! (3,890 reviews)
"Returned customer to this Resort. Friendly staff, good variations of food, excellent customer service, beautiful wildlife found at this resort, great Resort of you like to go snorkeling and look at the fish."

Reviewed on 10 January 2025

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 AED 2,542 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
AED 2,542
AED 3,163 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,268 reviews)
"It was thebbest experience of our lives"

Reviewed on 8 January 2025

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive
Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort
Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort
4.5 out of 5
Carretera Cancun Tulum 307, Tulum, QROO
The price is AED 1,391 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
AED 1,391
AED 1,391 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Tulum. Enjoy free breakfast, free valet parking, and 8 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,526 reviews)
"Great place for families!"

Reviewed on 7 January 2025

Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort
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Siwa Tulum Unique Hotel & Spa
Siwa Tulum Unique Hotel & Spa
5 out of 5
Quintana Roo 15, Tulum, QROO
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Tulum. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
"Quiet, nice and pretty. Staff is super friendly and responsive. It's away from the noise, but you need a car to stay here as getting taxi back and forth becomes pricey."

Reviewed on 2 January 2025

Siwa Tulum Unique Hotel & Spa
Xambé
Xambé
4 out of 5
Avenida Central, Aldea Zama, Tulum, QROO
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Tulum. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (48 reviews)
"Beautiful property"

Reviewed on 29 December 2024

Xambé
Mistiq Temple II
Mistiq Temple II
3 out of 5
Calle 39,, Tulum, QROO
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Tulum. Enjoy free WiFi, 7 outdoor pools, and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (56 reviews)
"This place is way too underrated, I was scared at first when I saw the low stars reviews, even the photos don’t describe how huge and beautiful that penthouse is. 3 big master bedrooms, beautiful windows all around, private pool on the patio, full kitchen etc.. 12 minutes away from the beach and ..."

Reviewed on 3 January 2025

Mistiq Temple II
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Popular places to visit

Xcaret Eco Theme Park featuring general coastal views, a luxury hotel or resort and a coastal town

Xcaret Eco Theme Park

4.5/5(1,373 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day at Xcaret Eco Theme Park and see why this is a popular theme park in Xcaret. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or seek out the diving spots.

Xcaret Eco Theme Park
Tulum Beach

Tulum Beach

4.5/5(1,018 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Tulum Beach, a popular beach in Tulum. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Tulum Beach
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Maroma Beach

4/5(1,374 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Maroma Beach during your travels in Playa del Carmen? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this romantic area.

Maroma Beach
Playa del Carmen Main Beach

Playa del Carmen Main Beach

4/5(2,262 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Playa del Carmen Main Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Playa del Carmen. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's festivals.

Playa del Carmen Main Beach
Xel-Há Park

Xel-Há Park

4.5/5(621 reviews)

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Xel-Há Park during your trip to Tulum. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.

Xel-Há Park
Half Moon Bay which includes a sandy beach, a coastal town and tropical scenes

Akumal Beach

4/5(1,049 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Akumal Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Akumal. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or seek out the snorkeling spots.

Akumal Beach