Downtown Playa del Carmen Travel Guide

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Playa del Carmen Main Beach

3.5/5(31 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Playa del Carmen Main Beach, a popular beach in Playa del Carmen. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's festivals.

Playa del Carmen Main Beach
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Quinta Avenida

4/5(16 reviews)

During your visit to Playa del Carmen, you can do some window-shopping at Quinta Avenida. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Quinta Avenida
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Mamitas Beach

3/5(4 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mamitas Beach during your travels in Playa del Carmen? While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Mamitas Beach
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Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall

5/5(1 review)

During your visit to Playa del Carmen, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall
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Calle 12

You can enjoy the entertainment at Calle 12 during your travels to Playa del Carmen. While in this walkable area, you can savour the bars and restaurants.

Calle 12
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Founders Park

Explore the great outdoors at Founders Park, a lovely green space in Playa del Carmen.

Founders Park

Top hotels in Downtown Playa del Carmen

Sofía by Bunik
Sofía by Bunik
2.5 out of 5
Calle 24 Nte, Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is ฿1,483 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿1,483
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Xplor ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (428 reviews)
Lovely Place
"I enjoyed the pleasant vibe, I felt safe and everything I needed was provided"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Sofía by Bunik
Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive
Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Constituyentes Number 1, Playa del Carmen, QROO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿8,418 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
฿8,418
per night
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,487 reviews)
"The property is well maintained and great location. The staff was on point, polite, friendly and eager to help. The only negative thing that bothered us was the sulfur smell coming from the seaweed which can't be helped."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive
Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa
Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
38 St And The Beach, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is ฿8,253 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
฿8,253
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy 4 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, safe, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa
The Reef 28 Hotel & Spa - Luxury Adults Only - All Suites - With Optional All Inclusive
The Reef 28 Hotel & Spa - Luxury Adults Only - All Suites - With Optional All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
1 Ave. Norte y Calle 28 Norte, Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is ฿4,276 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
฿4,276
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,023 reviews)
"Definitely recommend"

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

The Reef 28 Hotel & Spa - Luxury Adults Only - All Suites - With Optional All Inclusive
Hilton Playa del Carmen, an All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort
Hilton Playa del Carmen, an All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort
4.5 out of 5
Av. Constituyentes No. 2, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is ฿16,835 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
฿16,835
per night
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,188 reviews)
"The property is beautiful, absolutely no complaints"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Hilton Playa del Carmen, an All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort
The Palm at Playa
The Palm at Playa
4 out of 5
8th Street between 5th and 10th Avenue, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is ฿2,004 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿2,004
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Super nice upgraded room. Elevators worked great. Pool was relaxing with decent bar/food service on roof. Not enough small towels in our room, run down and new construction buildings around the hotel,"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

The Palm at Playa
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Playa del Carmen

Cozumel which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Gonzalo Guerrero

4/5(18 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
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Tohoku

Tohoku might not have many top sights, but Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Zazil-ha

4/5(1 area review)

When in Zazil-ha, you can plan a visit to Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Playa del Carmen Centro

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Playa del Carmen Centro is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal.

Playa del Carmen Centro
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El Pedregal

Though El Pedregal may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Plaza Las Americas.

El Pedregal
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Luis Donaldo Colosio

4/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Luis Donaldo Colosio, Punta Esmeralda Beach and Mamitas Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Luis Donaldo Colosio

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