Playacar Travel Guide
Playa del Carmen





Stay near popular Playacar attractions
Things to do

Chichén Itzá, Cenote Xunáan & Valladolid with Traditional Lunch Buffet

Park Xcaret Admission with Show and Optional Transportation

Semi-Private 3-Waterfall Cenotes Experience

ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventuring Eco Park

Chichen Itza, Mayan Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Optional Buffet Lunch

Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive
Top hotels in Playacar

Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive
"The hotel itself was nicely decorated and overall well maintained. However, the junior suite we booked was more suitable for a couple than a family with kids, especially teenagers. While the toilet was separate there was no separation or partition between the bathroom and bedroom which is not ideal ..."
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa
"1. Never stocked our “mini bar” in our room even after letting the front desk know. 2. They did nothing special for our 25th anniversary-even tho they asked if we were celebrating anything. 3. Very unclear at where things were located on the property- very unhelpful, we looked lost and stupid. 4. ..."
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Hotel Riu Tequila - All Inclusive
"I don't know where the good reviews came from. The food was bad the restaurants not so much."
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Sandos Playacar All Inclusive
"It was a great experience with our family of 4. We did upgrade and join the vacation club too."
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive
"I loved the friendly, smiling, and helpful staff, as well as the delicious food. The room was very clean and well maintained, which made my stay even more comfortable. The main area for improvement would be adding more entertainment and activities throughout the day and evening. I would definitely ..."
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive
"Very clean rooms, not the best but very clean. The food was not that great."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Playacar

Riviera Maya
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Riviera Maya and surrounding area, you can visit Tres Rios Ecopark and El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course.

Downtown Playa del Carmen
If you're spending some time in Downtown Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.

Gonzalo Guerrero
If you're spending some time in Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.

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 Quinta Avenida.

Maroma
Maroma is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Maroma Beach and Paradise Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Playa del Carmen.
















