Riviera Maya Travel Guide

Playa del Carmen

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a row of white buildings with red roofs.
A wooden pier extending into turquoise waters with a thatched-roof hut at the end.
A sunset over the ocean with palm trees and a beach.
A sunset over a beach with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Riviera Maya

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Carretera Federal Chetumal Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is ฿4,648 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿4,648
฿5,736 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,256 reviews)
"En general creo que es un buen hotel , aunque creo que se puede mejorar . Las toallas podrían revisar si ya requieren cambio y ponerles suavizante, los espejos de las habitaciones ya tienen óxido , o no sé si es parte de la decoración . El personal todos nos atendieron muy bien ."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive
Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only -  All Inclusive

Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Carretera Federal Chetumal, km. 299 Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is ฿7,551 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿7,551
฿9,248 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,822 reviews)
"Para quien va buscando playa ese no es el lugar (tiene sargazo) casi no tienen variedad de alimentos y el bufet cerró en 2 ocasiones sin nuestro conocimiento y tuvimos que acudir a restaurantes con menos variedad aún, el personal poco comunicativo y pocas actividades dentro del hotel. Nos gustó la ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive

Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Carretera Federal 387 Chetmal Cancun Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is ฿10,898 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿10,898
฿13,299 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,051 reviews)
"Everything was amazing ! The staff were very friendly and helpful. And the property was nice and well kept up"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive
Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Carretera Federal 307, KM 282 Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is ฿15,504 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿15,504
฿18,872 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (5,442 reviews)
"Clean rooms, courage helpful staff. Easily accessible meals at all hours. Fun pools and beach area. Great for families of all ages"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive - All inclusive

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive - All inclusive

5 out of 5
Carr. Chetumal - Puerto Juarez Km. 282 Playa del Carmen QROO
Fully refundable
The price is ฿43,573 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
฿43,573
฿52,836 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,583 reviews)
"It’s the best one to stay."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive - All inclusive
Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive

Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Prolongación 5ta Avenida Mza 20 Lote 006 Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is ฿7,407 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿7,407
฿9,074 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (487 reviews)
"staff service the best my 15th time here"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive
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Where to stay in Riviera Maya

Find the best Riviera Maya areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Playacar

Amazing beaches great entertainment and top sights from Playa del Carmen Main Beach to Quinta Avenida – discover Playacar, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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.



Riviera Maya Travel Guide