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Here is a quick list of Hotels in Playa del Carmen, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive |
8.4 / 10 (757 Reviews) |
From 173$ | |
| Hotel The Palm (Adults Only) |
7.6 / 10 (849 Reviews) |
From 55$ | |
| Ocean Maya Royale Adults Only |
8.6 / 10 (539 Reviews) |
From 176$ | |
| Fairmont Mayakoba |
8.8 / 10 (304 Reviews) |
From 136$ | |
| Banyan Tree Mayakoba |
8.7 / 10 (102 Reviews) |
From 438$ |
Travelling to Playa del Carmen, Mexico is an exciting and memorable experience. With beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, and rich cultural heritage, it's no wonder that this destination is on the bucket list of many travelers. However, one of the most important decisions to make when planning your trip is where to stay. With so many accommodation options available, it can be overwhelming to decide between hotels, resorts, and vacation rentals. In this blog post, we're going to explore the reasons why choosing a hotel is the best option when traveling to Playa del Carmen.
First and foremost, hotels in Playa del Carmen offer unmatched convenience and comfort. With amenities such as room service, daily housekeeping, and on-site dining options, you can relax and focus on enjoying your vacation without worrying about the little details. Additionally, many hotels in the area offer beachfront locations, giving you easy access to the stunning coastline and crystal-clear waters. Whether you're looking for a luxury experience or a budget-friendly option, there are hotels in Playa del Carmen to suit every need.
Furthermore, staying in a hotel allows you to take advantage of additional services and facilities, such as concierge assistance, spa treatments, and organized tours. This can enhance your overall experience and make your trip even more memorable. Additionally, many hotels offer all-inclusive packages, providing you with everything you need in one convenient package, from meals and drinks to entertainment and activities. This can save you time and money, allowing you to make the most of your time in Playa del Carmen.
Finally, choosing a hotel in Playa del Carmen gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and hospitality. Many hotels in the area offer authentic Mexican cuisine, live music, and cultural experiences, allowing you to truly experience the spirit of this vibrant destination. From boutique hotels with personalized service to larger chains with extensive amenities, there are countless options to choose from when selecting your ideal hotel in Playa del Carmen. Stay tuned for the rest of this blog series, where we'll delve deeper into the best hotels to consider for your trip to this tropical paradise.
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The 5-star Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive is located 15 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport and offers a swimming pool as well as a gym facility. An à la carte restaurant is available in this Playa del Carmen resort that boasts a prime location, 2.7 km from such entertainment venues as Grand Coral Golf Riviera Maya.
A 15-minute ride from Quinta Avenida, the property is also a 15-minute drive from Museo Frida Kahlo Playa Del Carmen. The Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive Playa del Carmen is situated 7 km from Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church, which is considered to be a sacred site. The accommodation is placed only a short drive from Xcaret Park. The Scenic Point Esmeralda White-Sand Beach is a 10-minute drive from Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive.
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Offering a storage for belongings and a barber shop, the 4-star Palm At Playa Hotel Playa del Carmen lies in Centro with all of Imperial County, approximately 5 minutes' walk from Museo Frida Kahlo Playa Del Carmen and within 0.6 km of such cultural places of interest as 3D Museum of Wonders. Boasting a swimming pool along with a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool, this Playa del Carmen hotel is positioned a few steps away from Quinta Avenida.
The centre of Playa del Carmen can be reached within a 10-minute walk. Guests can visit Coco Bongo, which is 5 minutes' walk away, and Kool Beach Club which is 16 minutes' walk from the Palm At Playa Playa del Carmen. The property is situated near to the Scenic Point Esmeralda White-Sand Beach, while ADO Tourist Terminal bus station lies merely a 5-minute walk away. Staying at The Palm At Playa Hotel, you'll be 0.8 km away from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport.
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Boasting a privileged setting in the entertainment district of Playa del Carmen, the 5-star Ocean Maya Royale Adults Only offers a barber shop and a luggage room. Guests have access to an outdoor swimming pool, a gym and Wi-Fi throughout the property.
The resort is placed 10 minutes' walk from Zona Arqueologica Tulum, 15 minutes' drive from Grand Coral Golf Riviera Maya. Also, there is Punta Venado within 4.5 km of this Playa del Carmen hotel. The accommodation is surrounded by gardens, and an own beach is a mere 5 minutes' walk away.
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Fairmont Mayakoba
From 136$
The 5-star Fairmont Mayakoba Playa del Carmen is less than 9 minutes on foot from El Camaleon Golf Course and has an outdoor swimming pool and a health club. Surrounded by bamboo, this upscale hotel is located within 30 minutes' drive of Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport.
The upscale property has a private setting about a 10-minute drive from Punta Venado, while natural sights like Point Esmeralda Public Beach are 5 km away. The entertainment venues in Mayakoba with plenty of ways to get some exercise amid all the decadence include Grand Coral Golf Riviera Maya, approximately a 10-minute ride from the Fairmont Mayakoba Playa del Carmen. The own beach is 7 km away.
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The exclusive 5-star Banyan Tree Mayakoba is located 15 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport and offers an outdoor swimming pool as well as a health club. This family-friendly resort is in Mayakoba with plenty of ways to get some exercise amid all the decadence, nearly a 10-minute ride from such natural sights as the Scenic Point Esmeralda White-Sand Beach.
Nearby places of interest include Grand Coral Golf Riviera Maya, set within 2.8 km of the luxurious accommodation, and Punta Venado, situated 10 minutes away by car. The luxury Banyan Tree Mayakoba also lies a 20-minute ride from a private beach. There is 28 de Julio Square 10 minutes by car from the tastefully decorated property.
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Devossion By Live Aqua Playa Del Carmen All Inclusive - Adults Only
From 629$
The 5-star Grand Hyatt Playa Del Carmen Resort is set only 0.6 km from Aquarium Beach and within an 11-minute stroll of Mamita's Beach Club. Standing within a short walking distance to Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall, this upscale resort boasts amazing views and a treatment room, a hot tub and sauna facilities.
The property offers a spectacular location about 5 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport and within a 5-minute walk of Playa Mamitas. Natural attractions in the area include Point Esmeralda Public Beach, within 10 minutes' drive of the Grand Hyatt Playa Del Carmen Resort Playa del Carmen, and a beach is merely 650 metres away. The white beach is set 650 metres from this upscale accommodation, while Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church is nearly a 5-minute ride away. Grand Hyatt Playa Del Carmen Resort also provides access to shopping attractions like Cenote Carwash Dive Shop, which are 5 minutes away by car. Hotel Shuttle Meeting area bus station can be found steps away from the property.
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Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort
From 715$
Offering bicycles for rent, Hilton Playa Del Carmen, An All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort is within a 5-minute walk of Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall. Providing guests with a year-round outdoor swimming pool and a Turkish bath, a treatment room and a hot tub, the 5-star resort is located just a pleasant stroll away from Quinta Avenida.
The property is set in the heart of Playa del Carmen 5 minutes' walk from Ambarte Handicraft Museum. ME Dive Center is not so far from the Hilton Playa Del Carmen, An All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort, and Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport is 5 km away. The accommodation is placed within 1.3 km of Los Fundadores Park, while Hotel Shuttle Meeting area bus station is 200 metres away.
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Hotel Xcaret Mexico All Parks All Fun Inclusive (Adults Only)
From 402$
Enticing guests with a treatment room, a Jacuzzi and sauna facilities, the 5-star Hotel Xcaret Mexico All Parks All Fun Inclusive Playa del Carmen is within 25 minutes' walk of the Outdoor Xenses Amusement Park. The luxury hotel features a poolside bar and boasts a prime location 1.5 km from Beach.
The property is placed about 10 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport and around a 15-minute drive from such cultural venues as 3D Museum of Wonders. The Xcaret Mexico All Parks All Fun Inclusive is approximately a 10-minute ride from Xcaret Park in Playa del Carmen. The own beach is located merely 1.5 km away. Also, Hotel Xcaret Mexico All Parks All Fun Inclusive is about 25 minutes on foot from the jungle Xplor Park.
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Petit Lafitte Beach Front Hotel & Bungalows
From 149$
Set within 15 minutes' drive of Quinta Avenida, the 4-star Petit Lafitte Beach Front Hotel & Bungalows Playa del Carmen offers a cash machine and a currency exchange. Church of Guadalupe is placed a 10-minute ride away, and Grand Coral Golf Riviera Maya is a 10-minute drive from the boutique style hotel.
Surrounded by gardens and palm trees, the smoke-free property is a 20-minute drive from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport. At the beachfront Petit Lafitte Beach Front Hotel & Bungalows Playa del Carmen, guests will be at a moderate distance from Xcaret Eco Theme Park. The private beach is located 5 minutes' stroll away. Petit Lafitte Beach Front Hotel & Bungalows stands nearly a 15-minute ride from Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
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The upscale 5-star Grand Velas Riviera Maya Playa del Carmen is located about 10 minutes by car from Grand Coral Golf Riviera Maya and boasts sun loungers and various recreational opportunities. Featuring an infinity swimming pool, this upscale hotel is a 10-minute ride from natural sights like the Scenic Point Esmeralda White-Sand Beach.
The luxury accommodation is placed about 15 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport and 15 minutes' drive from such cultural venues as Ambarte Handicraft Museum. At the boutique Grand Velas Riviera Maya Playa del Carmen you'll be 0.6 km from Xcalacoco. The private beach is only 0.6 km away. Xavage Park by Xcaret is situated within a 15-minute drive of Grand Velas Riviera Maya.
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The 4-star Wyndham Alltra Playa Del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive enjoys a secluded location, at a 1.9 km distance from places of worship like Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church, and provides guests with a shop and luggage storage. Featuring an à la carte restaurant, this Playa del Carmen resort is located a super close walk to Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall and boasts a swimming pool.
The Wyndham Alltra Playa Del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive Playa del Carmen is situated within 10 minutes' drive of Point Esmeralda Public Beach and near a ferry port. The nearby cultural attractions are Museo Frida Kahlo Playa Del Carmen (750 metres) and 3D Museum of Wonders (0.8 km). There is the shopping-mall Winpot Playa del Carmen Casino approximately 2.6 km away, and Hotel Shuttle Meeting area bus station right by the accommodation. Wyndham Alltra Playa Del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive is located in the centre of Playa del Carmen, 5 minutes' drive from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport.
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Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun - Adults Only
From 390$
Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun - Adults Only Playa del Carmen includes 412 rooms and is 2.6 km from Punta Maroma. This resort features both Wi Fi throughout the property and complimentary private parking on site.
The accommodation is located in an entertainment area of Playa del Carmen, approximately 10 minutes' drive from Mayan Water Complex. The 5-star hotel in Playa del Carmen is 10 minutes by car from Cirque du Soleil.
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Hacienda Tres Rios Resort, Spa & Nature Park - All-Inclusive Resort
From 507$
The fine 5-star Hacienda Tres Rios Resort Spa & Nature Park Playa del Carmen enjoys a private location only a stone's throw from Salon Tres Rios I and a range of facilities, such as a bureau de change and a cash machine. Dolphin Discovery Playa del Carmen Maroma is within a 10-minute drive of the luxury hotel, which is located on a private beach.
The modern accommodation is set in the beach area, around a 10-minute walk from an own beach. The Hacienda Tres Rios Resort Spa & Nature Park Playa del Carmen is stationed 4.1 km from Punta Bete. The fine property in Playa del Carmen is 15 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport.
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Sandos Playacar All Inclusive is located in the beach area of Playa del Carmen, 5 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport, and houses a swimming pool. The 5-star hotel offers you 438 spacious rooms, where you can admire beautiful views of the pool.
The upscale accommodation has a magnificent location within a short distance away of parks. This Playa del Carmen hotel is perfectly situated within 3 km of Disabled-friendly beach. The own beach is around 15 minutes away by car. Sandos Playacar All Inclusive is at a 3 km distance from Los Fundadores Park.
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Pelicano Inn Playa Del Carmen - Beachfront Hotel
From 176$
The 3-star Pelicano Inn Playa Del Carmen - Beachfront Hotel is placed in a touristic area of Playa del Carmen, nearly a 5-minute walk from 3D Museum of Wonders and just near Museo Frida Kahlo Playa Del Carmen. The hotel is well-known for reliable service and multilingual staff.
This oceanfront property is located around a 5-minute walk from Quinta Avenida and 5 minutes' walk from a famous beach. Located on a private beach, the Pelicano Inn Playa Del Carmen - Beachfront Playa del Carmen is only a short drive from Los Fundadores Park. There is Parque, Portal Maya 15 minutes' walk away, while ADO Tourist Terminal bus station around 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation. Pelicano Inn Playa Del Carmen - Beachfront Hotel has a prime location — a 5-minute drive from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport.
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Hotel Xcaret Arte - All Parks All Fun Inclusive - Adults Only
From 687$
Placed a 10-minute drive from Xel-Ha Park, the 5-star Hotel Xcaret Arte - All Parks All Fun Inclusive - Adults Only Playa del Carmen offers a business centre with a range of business amenities. Set within easy reach to the eco-archaeological Xcaret Park, this Playa del Carmen hotel features an outdoor pool and an à la carte restaurant serving Mexican cuisine.
Mariposario is a walk from the property, while the Outdoor Xenses Amusement Park is nestled only a 10-minute stroll away. Places of worship to visit a 15-minute ride from the Xcaret Arte - All Parks All Fun Inclusive - Adults Only Playa del Carmen include Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church. The accommodation is also next to Plaza principal. Auto gratis Xcaret bus stop is a few minutes drive from Hotel Xcaret Arte - All Parks All Fun Inclusive - Adults Only.
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Occidental At Xcaret Destination Hotel
From 150$
Playacar Golf Club is at a 3.5 km distance from the impressive 5-star Occidental At Xcaret Destination Hotel Playa del Carmen, which boasts yoga classes and spa therapy. This Playa del Carmen hotel offers an à la carte restaurant and features spectacular location with a such place of power and worship as Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church 15 minutes away by car.
Delphinus Riviera Maya Aquarium is located at walking distance to the property, and such natural sites as the Outdoor Xenses Amusement Park are about a 16-minute walk away. From the Occidental At Xcaret Destination Playa del Carmen it will take approximately 25 minutes to walk to Xcaret Theme Park. The own beach is a mere 750 metres away. Delphinus Xcaret is also in vicinity of Occidental At Xcaret Destination Hotel. The bus stop Auto gratis Xcaret is located approximately 10 minutes' walk from the impressive property.
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Hyatt Centric Playa Del Carmen - Downtown House & Beach House (Adults Only)
From 90$
Featuring a currency exchange and a lift, Thompson Playa Del Carmen Main House, Part Of Hyatt Hotel is located in Centro with all of Imperial County, 25 minutes' walk from the hole course "Hard Rock Campo de Golf". Guests of this 4-star hotel can enjoy a rooftop swimming pool plus a solarium and an outdoor swimming pool, or take a walk to Quinta Avenida, set nearby.
The perfect accommodation is placed about 5 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport and only metres from Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall. Mamita's Beach Club is merely 1.2 km from the Thompson Playa Del Carmen Main House, Part Of Hyatt Playa del Carmen, while Colectivo pick up bus stop is a mere 0.7 km away. Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church is within close distance of the property.
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The 5-star Iberostar Paraiso Del Mar Playa del Carmen lies at a 2.7 km distance from Punta Maroma, offering 328 rooms and featuring facials and various recreational opportunities. Settled in a beach area 5 minutes by car from Crocodile Pond, this luxurious resort provides also a swimming pool.
The modern accommodation is placed about 25 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport and so close to Galaxy. El Palenque Theater in Playa del Carmen is within 2.7 km of the hotel. The white beach is located only 900 metres away. Mayan Water Complex is a walk from Iberostar Paraiso Del Mar.
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Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya All Inclusive - Adults Only
From 298$
Placed 1.1 km from Sanctuary Pool, the 5-star Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya All Inclusive - Adults Only Playa del Carmen features a bureau de change and a cash machine, as well as shopping service. Set amid gardens, the luxury hotel is located within 28 minutes' drive of Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport.
The award-winning accommodation is within walking distance of El Manglar Golf Course and only a short drive from Xcaret Eco Theme Park. Guests can visit Chapel, which is merely 100 metres away, and Playa Paraiso Golf Course which is only minutes from the luxurious Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya All Inclusive - Adults Only Playa del Carmen. Visit Crocodile Pond, within 19 minutes' walk of this Playa del Carmen property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Mexico. Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya All Inclusive - Adults Only is situated a 10-minute drive from Maroma Beach.
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Select Club At Sandos Playacar All Inclusive - Adults Only Area
From 457$
Featuring a currency exchange and a cash machine, Select Club At Sandos Playacar All Inclusive - Adults Only Area is nestled in Playa del Carmen, within 3 km of Parque, Portal Maya. Guests have access to a swimming pool, a gym facility and Wi-Fi in public areas.
This resort is located in a beach area of Playa del Carmen, within 3.5 km of Quinta Avenida. Xaman Ha Aviary is within 2.7 km of the 5-star hotel and Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport is 5 km away. The own beach is approximately 4.4 km away. Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to Xcaret Park, which is 3.6 km away.