Playacar Beach Travel Guide

Playa del Carmen
Photo by Sonia Lorena
Photo by Sonia Lorena

Popular places to visit

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Xcaret Eco Theme Park

4/5(7 reviews)

Commune with nature, explore ancient ruins and learn about Mayan culture at this popular theme park, home to a natural underground river.

Xcaret Eco Theme Park
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Maroma Beach

3.5/5(8 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Maroma Beach, a popular beach in Playa del Carmen. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.

Maroma Beach
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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 top-notch restaurants.

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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Paradise Beach

4/5(6 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paradise Beach during your travels in Playa del Carmen? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside or experience its entertainment choices.

Paradise Beach

Things to do

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Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Lunch & Open Bar

฿1,871
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Lunch & Open Bar
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Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour Transportation with Snorkel and Open Bar

฿2,432
Per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour Transportation with Snorkel and Open Bar
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Extreme Horses Adventure with ATV, Ziplines & Cenote

฿4,546
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Extreme Horses Adventure with ATV, Ziplines & Cenote
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Isla Mujeres All-Inclusive Snorkeling Tour

฿2,396
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Isla Mujeres All-Inclusive Snorkeling Tour
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Isla Mujeres Catamaran & optional Chichen Itza Early Access

฿1,762
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Isla Mujeres Catamaran & optional Chichen Itza Early Access
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Rio Secreto Underground River Classic Tour

฿2,823
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Rio Secreto Underground River Classic Tour
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Top hotels in Playacar Beach

Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive
Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
Prolongacion 5ta Avenida, Mza 20 Lote 006, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is ฿7,614 per night from 12 May to 13 May
฿7,614
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,583 reviews)
"food is not the best. The entire staff is friendly, funny, and make you feel like your on vacation"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive
Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Carretera Federal 307, KM 282, Chetumal a Puerto Juarez, Xcaret, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is ฿7,914 per night from 8 May to 9 May
฿7,914
per night
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,202 reviews)
"Amazing place"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts All Inclusive Riviera Maya
Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts All Inclusive Riviera Maya
5 out of 5
Carretera Cancun Tulum Km 45, Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is ฿35,147 per night from 8 May to 9 May
฿35,147
per night
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (721 reviews)
"Everything was working, open and clean."

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts All Inclusive Riviera Maya
Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive
Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive
5 out of 5
Carr. Chetumal - Puerto Juarez Km. 282, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is ฿37,102 per night from 23 May to 24 May
฿37,102
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,419 reviews)
"this hotel is amazing！ service i give 6 star👍😜food is delicious , a lot choice ! Easy and convenient to every theme park!"

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive
Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive
Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
Prolongación 5ta Avenida Mza 20 Lote 006, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is ฿7,614 per night from 12 May to 13 May
฿7,614
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,959 reviews)
"Property areas was very well organized with lot of pools and green space. It is a very walkable property and big bonus was the wildlife you could see on it"

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive
Platinum Yucatan Princess Adults Only - All inclusive
Platinum Yucatan Princess Adults Only - All inclusive
5 out of 5
Prolongacion 5ta Avenida, Mz 20 Lote 006, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is ฿8,340 per night from 13 May to 14 May
฿8,340
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,764 reviews)
"Staff was great but house keeping comes frequently even if you decline can be very disturbing"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Platinum Yucatan Princess Adults Only - All inclusive
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Other neighbourhoods around Playacar Beach

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Playacar

4/5(10 area reviews)

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

Playacar
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Playacar Zona Hotelera

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Playacar Zona Hotelera. Make a stop by top sights like Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha while you're exploring the area.

Playacar Zona Hotelera
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Playacar Fase I

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Playacar Fase I. Make a stop by top sights like Mayan Ruins of Playacar while you're exploring the area.

Playacar Fase I
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Toledo

While Toledo isn't home to many top sights, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Playacar Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Toledo
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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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Ejidal

When in Ejidal, you can plan a visit to Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Cenote Chaak Tun, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ejidal

Playacar Beach Travel Guide