Are you planning a trip to Playa del Carmen, Mexico? With its beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, and rich cultural heritage, Playa del Carmen is a top destination for travelers from around the world. As you start planning your trip, one of the key decisions you'll need to make is where to stay. While there are plenty of accommodation options available, hotels remain the best choice for a truly memorable and hassle-free vacation. In this blog post, we'll explore why choosing hotels is the best decision when traveling to Playa del Carmen.
First and foremost, hotels provide a level of comfort and convenience that other accommodation options simply can't match. From luxurious rooms with cozy beds and spacious bathrooms to top-notch amenities like swimming pools, gyms, and onsite restaurants, hotels offer all the comforts of home. Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or with a family, hotels provide a safe and secure environment where you can relax and recharge after a day of exploration.
Moreover, hotels in Playa del Carmen are strategically located near all the major attractions. Whether you want to spend your days lounging on the pristine white sand beaches, exploring ancient Mayan ruins, or immersing yourself in the vibrant local culture, hotels are ideally situated to make it all easily accessible. Forget about spending endless hours commuting or wasting precious vacation time in transit. With hotels located within walking distance or a short drive from the city's main attractions, you can make the most out of your time in Playa del Carmen.
Choosing hotels also gives you access to a range of additional services and amenities that can enhance your overall vacation experience. Many hotels offer convenient shuttle services to and from the airport, saving you the hassle of coordinating transportation. Additionally, hotels often have a concierge desk staffed with knowledgeable locals who can provide valuable recommendations on the best restaurants, tours, and activities in the area. With their expertise, you'll be able to navigate the city like a local and discover hidden gems that may not be listed in guidebooks.
Finally, staying in a hotel allows you to immerse yourself in the local culture and get a taste of the famous Mexican hospitality. Hotels in Playa del Carmen often organize cultural events or offer onsite activities where you can learn about traditional cuisine, music, and dance. Interacting with hotel staff and fellow guests can also provide you with valuable insights and tips for exploring the city, ensuring that you have an authentic and enriching travel experience.
In conclusion, when planning your trip to Playa del Carmen, hotels are undoubtedly the best choice for accommodation. With their unbeatable combination of comfort, convenience, and connectivity, hotels offer an exceptional vacation experience. So, as you begin your adventure in this beautiful Mexican paradise, make the wise decision to stay in a hotel and let your worries slip away while you soak in the sun, sand, and vibrant culture of Playa del Carmen.
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Fiesta Inn Playa Del Carmen
Fiesta Inn Playa Del Carmen is situated in the heart of Playa del Carmen only 650 metres from Aquarium Beach. Highlights at the inn include a Mexican restaurant, a rooftop bar and Wi-Fi throughout the property.
This 4-star accommodation in Centro with all of Imperial County is a mere 1.9 km from Xaman Ha Ruins and a 25-minute stroll from such shopping venues as Cenote Carwash Dive Shop. The Fiesta Inn is also located within a 5-minute walk of La Galeria de Playa Art Gallery and relatively close to Kool Beach Club. In addition, Grand Riviera Casino is just 600 metres from the property. Hotel Shuttle Meeting area bus station can be found next to Fiesta Inn Playa Del Carmen.
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Royal Hideaway Playacar All-Inclusive Adults Only Resort
The 5-star Royal Hideaway Playacar All-Inclusive Adults Only Resort is located in the very heart of Playa del Carmen and features WiFi throughout the property, along with a car park on site. This Playa del Carmen resort is in the Playacar Zona Hotelera district of Playa del Carmen, at a 4.5 km distance from such natural sights as Xcaret Theme Park.
The arched beachside Portal Maya Sculpture is within walking distance to the luxury accommodation, while Playacar Center Shopping Mall is about a 10-minute walk away. The Royal Hideaway Playacar All-Inclusive Adults Only Resort Playa del Carmen is at a short distance from Xcaret Eco Theme Park. This Playa del Carmen property is set among tropical surroundings and an own beach is about 2 km away. Entertainment options in the area feature Skydive Playa Skydiving Center about 25 minutes' walk from Royal Hideaway Playacar All-Inclusive Adults Only Resort.
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Fairmont Mayakoba
The 5-star Fairmont Mayakoba Hotel Playa del Carmen is set 5 km from Point Esmeralda Public Beach and a 9-minute walk from El Camaleon Golf Course. Guests of the hotel will enjoy Wi Fi throughout the property and an outdoor swimming pool on site.
The upscale accommodation has private location and is surrounded by bamboo. Punta Venado is also located 3.2 km from this Playa del Carmen hotel. The own beach is about 7 km away. Entertainment options in the area feature Grand Coral Golf Riviera Maya 3.3 km from Fairmont Mayakoba Hotel.
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Hilton Playa Del Carmen, An All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort
The 5-star Hilton Playa Del Carmen, An All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort is located in the heart of Playa del Carmen and features WiFi in public areas, along with free private parking on site. Set a mere 0.7 km from Quinta Avenida, this Playa del Carmen resort offers a Turkish steam room, a Turkish bath and a hot tub on site and great access to sacred landmarks like Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church, nearly a 25-minute walk away.
Situated in Centro with all of Imperial County, within close distance of Coco Bongo, the Hilton Playa Del Carmen, An All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort Playa del Carmen is within a minutes' drive from Xcaret Eco Theme Park. Entertainment venues in the area are Grand Riviera Casino (700 metres) and the night La Santanera Club (0.7 km). There is Skydive Playa Skydiving Center just 1.7 km away, while Hotel Shuttle Meeting area bus station less than 5 minutes on foot from the beachfront accommodation. Hilton Playa Del Carmen, An All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort offers a beachfront location 5 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport.
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Be Playa Hotel
The 4-star Be Playa Hotel provides shuttle service, car rentals to guests, and it's located 5 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport. Set only 5 minutes on foot from 3D Museum of Wonders, this Playa del Carmen hotel offers a treatment room, a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool on site and great access to sacred landmarks like Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church, merely 1.9 km away.
The Be Playa Playa del Carmen places you 1.6 km from Skydive Playa Skydiving Center and approximately 5 minutes' drive from Bel Air Animal Park. The unique boutique style accommodation is within a 5-minute walk of Ambarte Handicraft Museum and only metres from ME Dive Center. Entertainment options in the area feature Grand Riviera Casino merely 650 metres from this Playa del Carmen property. Also, there is Hotel Shuttle Meeting area bus station really close to Be Playa Hotel.
Hotels in Playa del Carmen
Top Hotel for couples ๐ | Fiesta Inn Playa Del Carmen |
Most comfortable Hotel ๐๏ธ | Royal Hideaway Playacar All-Inclusive Adults Only Resort |
Hotel with a view ๐ | Fairmont Mayakoba |
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Hotel Xcaret Arte - All Parks All Fun Inclusive - Adults Only
The 5-star Hotel Xcaret Arte - All Parks All Fun Inclusive - Adults Only Playa del Carmen, located 0.8 km from the Outdoor Xenses Amusement Park, entices guests with a plunge pool, a treatment room and a Jacuzzi. This Playa del Carmen hotel features an outdoor pool, a fitness studio and Wi-Fi throughout the property.
The property is placed about 10 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport and within 15 minutes' drive of such cultural venues as Museo Frida Kahlo Playa Del Carmen. Standing 50 metres from the eco-archaeological Xcaret Park, the Xcaret Arte - All Parks All Fun Inclusive - Adults Only Playa del Carmen is a 10-minute drive from Xel-Ha Park. The accommodation is located a short distance to Plaza principal and offers views of the sea. There is Auto gratis Xcaret bus stop a few minutes drive from Hotel Xcaret Arte - All Parks All Fun Inclusive - Adults Only.
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Iberostar Quetzal Hotel
The 5-star Iberostar Quetzal Hotel is a great place to stay in the entertainment district of Playa del Carmen, within 10 minutes' drive of Quinta Avenida. The upscale resort provides WiFi, which is available throughout the property.
The accommodation is a 10-minute ride from ME Dive Center, a 10-minute drive from Xaman Ha Aviary. The hotel offers proximity to natural sights like Xcaret Park (3.8 km) and the Outdoor Xenses Amusement Park (4 km). You will find yourself surrounded by exotic plants. No matter the religion, travellers prefer to visit Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church, a popular place of worship set 3.5 km from Iberostar Quetzal Hotel.
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Hotel Xcaret Mexico All Parks All Fun Inclusive (Adults Only)
Located around 25 minutes on foot from the jungle Xplor Park, the 5-star Hotel Xcaret Mexico All Parks All Fun Inclusive Playa del Carmen features a currency exchange and a cash machine. Boasting a swimming pool, the luxury hotel is nestled 10 minutes by car from natural attractions like Xcaret Theme Park.
This Playa del Carmen property has a prime setting a 10-minute drive from Playacar Golf Club. Standing 5 minutes' stroll from Cenote Santa Cruz, the hotel is a 10-minute ride from Xel-Ha Park. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Beach, which is only 0.6 km away. Located approximately a 15-minute drive from Hotel Xcaret Mexico All Parks All Fun Inclusive, Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
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Grand Hyatt Playa Del Carmen Resort
Situated within 5 minutes' walk of La Galeria de Playa Art Gallery, the 5-star Grand Hyatt Playa Del Carmen Resort offers a swimming pool. Set just a short drive from Xcaret Eco Theme Park, the resort features 314 rooms with amazing views of the surroundings.
This upscale property is located within a 5-minute walk of Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall and within 25 minutes' walk of Parque, Portal Maya. Martina Beach Club is within close distance of the Grand Hyatt Playa Del Carmen Resort, while Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport is 5 km from it. The white beach is only 650 metres away. There is Skydive Playa Skydiving Center a 20-minute walk away, and Hotel Shuttle Meeting area bus station within 5 minutes' walk of Grand Hyatt Playa Del Carmen Resort.
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The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa
Set within 25 minutes' walk of Coco Bongo, The Reef Playacar Resort & Spa Playa del Carmen includes 196 rooms with views of the garden. The 4-star resort features a seasonal outdoor pool and 5 restaurants serving Italian, American and international dishes.
The property is located in the very heart of Playa del Carmen, near gardens. This Playa del Carmen hotel is notable for its beachfront location right next to the 18 - hole course "Hard Rock Campo de Golf". The accommodation is placed relatively close to Riviera Maya Coast. Quinta Avenida is within 25 minutes' walk of The Reef Playacar Resort & Spa.
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Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive
Offering a currency exchange and a cash machine, the 5-star Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive Playa del Carmen is located a mere 1.3 km from Xcalacoco. Guests can spend their days relaxing by a seasonal outdoor pool or enjoying water sports activities, snorkelling and lawn tennis arranged at the resort.
Grand Coral Golf Riviera Maya is within 2.7 km of this property, while Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport is 15 km from it. The hotel is also within 2.9 km of the Scenic Point Esmeralda White-Sand Beach.
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Banyan Tree Mayakoba
The classic 5-star Banyan Tree Mayakoba Hotel Playa del Carmen is at a 4.8 km distance from 28 de Julio Square and has a swimming pool and a health club. The luxurious resort is conveniently located in a beach area, nearly a 10-minute drive from the Scenic Point Esmeralda White-Sand Beach, which guests can visit to enjoy the grandeur of nature.
The family-friendly property has a private setting within 10 minutes' drive of Salon Tres Rios I. The tastefully decorated Banyan Tree Mayakoba is about a 10-minute ride from Grand Coral Golf Riviera Maya in Playa del Carmen. The private beach is a mere 800 metres away.
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Ocean Maya Royale Adults Only
Located on the beachfront, the excellent 5-star Ocean Maya Royale Adults Only Hotel Playa del Carmen features garden views and WiFi in public areas. An ร la carte restaurant is available in the beachfront resort that boasts a beachfront location, 15 minutes by car from such entertainment venues as Grand Coral Golf Riviera Maya.
The luxury property is located in an entertainment area, within minutes of Xcalacoco, and Zona Arqueologica Tulum is 400 metres away. The oceanfront Ocean Maya Royale Adults Only Playa del Carmen is 250 metres from a spectacular private beach. You can easily find Punta Venado within 10 minutes' drive of the excellent accommodation. Ocean Maya Royale Adults Only Hotel in Playa del Carmen is 20 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport.
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Hacienda Tres Rios Resort Spa & Nature Park
The fine Hacienda Tres Rios Resort Spa & Nature Park is located 17 minutes' drive from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport and offers an outdoor swimming pool as well as a fitness room. Located on a private beach, this 5-star modern hotel is 10 minutes by car from Dolphin Discovery Playa del Carmen Maroma.
The luxury property is situated in a beach area of Playa del Carmen, within a stone's throw away from Salon Tres Rios I. Guests can easily reach El Camaleon Golf Course which is 2.9 km from the Hacienda Tres Rios Resort Spa & Nature Park Playa del Carmen. The private beach is located about a 10-minute walk away.
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Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa
Offering cars for rent, the 4-star Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa Playa del Carmen lies nearly a 7-minute stroll from Mamita's Beach Club. Centrally located within close distance of Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall, which is a great place to shop, the oceanfront resort provides 195 rooms.
Guests may find Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church about 10 minutes' drive from the family-friendly accommodation, and Quinta Avenida is approximately 18 minutes' walk away. The beachfront Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa Playa del Carmen is in walking distance from Tulum National Park. This Playa del Carmen property is surrounded by gardens and a sandy beach is just 5 minutes' walk away. Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa is situated quite close to 3D Museum of Wonders, and Hotel Shuttle Meeting area bus station lies 10 minutes' walk away.
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Viva Maya By Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort
Nestled in an entertainment neighbourhood, the 4-star Viva Maya By Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort Playa del Carmen is about a 10-minute drive from culture-oriented attractions like 3D Museum of Wonders. 604 rooms and 5 restaurants are offered at this resort, based in the very heart of Playa del Carmen.
Skydive Playa Skydiving Center stands a 25-minute walk away, and Quinta Avenida is approximately a 10-minute drive from the beachfront property. Natural attractions in the area include the Outdoor Xenses Amusement Park, about a 10-minute drive from the Viva Maya By Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort Playa del Carmen, and an exclusive beach is 2.7 km away. A family vacation to Playa del Carmen will become more exciting if you visit Emotions Native Park lying about a 10-minute drive from this accommodation.
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Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun - Adults Only
Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun - Adults Only Hotel is located in the entertainment area of Playa del Carmen, 25 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport, and houses an infinity pool. This 5-star resort provides a bureau de change and a cash machine, plus Wi-Fi throughout the property and private parking on site.
The property is at a 3.7 km distance from Cirque du Soleil, within a 5-minute drive of Dolphin Discovery Playa del Carmen Maroma. The Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun - Adults Only is nestled in the heart of Playa del Carmen. Mayan Water Complex is within 3.1 km of the accommodation.
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Riu Yucatan Hotel
Offering a hot tub, sauna facilities and an outdoor swimming pool, the 5-star Riu Yucatan Hotel is located in Playa del Carmen in a leisure area. Featuring a snack bar together with a swimming pool on site, this Playa del Carmen hotel is nestled in the heart of the city.
The luxury accommodation is surrounded by gardens, a 10-minute ride from Emotions Native Park. A popular place in Playa del Carmen is Los Fundadores Park, which is about 10 minutes away by car. The white beach is set 5 minutes on foot from the hotel, while Quinta Avenida is about 10 minutes away by car. The nearby family attractions include Delphinus Riviera Maya Aquarium 3.8 km from Riu Yucatan Hotel.
5 Star Hotels in Playa del Carmen
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Bluebay Grand Esmeralda
Offering 981 rooms, the 5-star Bluebay Grand Esmeralda Hotel is an exquisite accommodation in Playa del Carmen, which provides a swimming pool. Located in the heart of Playa del Carmen, 10 minutes by car from Xcalacoco, this luxury hotel features a hot tub, a massage chair and an outdoor swimming pool.
The boutique style property is ideally set within walking distance of Salon Tres Rios I. Zona Arqueologica Tulum is 11 minutes on foot from the hotel, and Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport is 15 km away. The own beach is nearly an 11-minute walk away.
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Allegro Playacar
The 4-star Allegro Playacar Hotel Playa del Carmen is 2.9 km from Playacar Beach and has a swimming pool plus a gym. This Playa del Carmen resort is located in a beach area with access to family attractions like the jungle Xplor Park, which are around 10 minutes' drive away.
Spread out among gardens, the smoke-free accommodation is 4.7 km from the eco-archaeological Xcaret Park. The hotel is at a 1.7 km distance from a magnificent private beach. The nearby notable religious buildings include Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church, 2.5 km from this Playa del Carmen property. Allegro Playacar Hotel is located in the heart of Playa del Carmen, 5 km from Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport.
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Angelo'S Hotel
Placed within 5 km of Cenote Chaak Tun Caverns, Angelo'S Hotel Playa del Carmen provides guests with a restaurant and storage for belongings. Featuring 55 rooms with views of the city, the 3-star hotel is set 25 minutes' walk from Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall.
The property is located in the very heart of Playa del Carmen within a 6-minute walk of Parque La Ceiba and around a 15-minute drive from the eco-archaeological Xcaret Park. Places of worship to visit within 5 minutes' drive of the Angelo'S Playa del Carmen include Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church. Travellers will enjoy proximity to entertainment attractions like Grand Riviera Casino, which are a mere 1 km away. Angelo'S Hotel is close enough to Panteon de los mormones bus stop.