Downtown Playa del Carmen Travel Guide
Playa del Carmen
Visit Downtown Playa del Carmen
Popular places to visit
Playa del Carmen Main Beach
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.
Quinta Avenida
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 top-notch restaurants.
Mamitas Beach
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.
Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall
During your visit to Playa del Carmen, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.
Founders Park
Explore the great outdoors at Founders Park, a lovely green space in Playa del Carmen.
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.
Things to do
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive
ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park
Chichen Itza, Mayan Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Optional Buffet Lunch
Chichen Itza, Cenote, Zip-Line, Mayan Cooking & Valladolid
Isla Mujeres Tour with Open Bar Food and Snorkeling
Playa Del Carmen: Round-Trip Ferry Ticket to/from Cozumel
Top hotels in Downtown Playa del Carmen
Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive
Rooms very clean. Staff helpful and friendly. Food very tasty , available and diverse. Just a block from downtown and main beach. Pool was a little cold and lounge chairs not abundant.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Our vacation was AWESOME! The resort is large enough for privacy but compact enough to allow easy access to all amenities. The room was beautiful and food was on point. The staff is amazing and go out of way to make sure everything is to our liking.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
La Pasion Hotel Boutique by Bunik
Needs some renovation
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Reef 28 Hotel & Spa - Luxury Adults Only - All Suites
The room was very clean. The fall inclusive was great with really good service. The location was central to Play del Carmen. Everything was amazing.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Meliora By Bunik
Great staff…
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Sofía by Bunik
The staff is always a pleasure to enter at with. The property is always clean and convenient to the local restaurants.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Playa del Carmen
Gonzalo Guerrero
If you're spending some time in Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.
Tohoku
Tohoku might not have many top sights, but Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Calica
While Calica isn't home to many top sights, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are some notable places to visit nearby.
Playa del Carmen Centro
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.
Zazil-ha
When in Zazil-ha, you can plan a visit to Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
