Playacar Travel Guide

Playa del Carmen

A beach with clear blue water and several sun loungers.
A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.
A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and thatched-roof buildings.
A man jumping off a pool edge into a swimming pool.

Stay near popular Playacar attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Playacar

Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Avenida Xaman-ha, Mza 9 and 10, L1 Playa del Carmen QROO
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. Popular attractions Playa del Carmen Main Beach and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,558 reviews)
"All staff was very friendly, welcoming and helpful Great Service Entertainment was fun and for all ages Will book my next vacation here again next year"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive
Sandos Playacar All Inclusive

Sandos Playacar All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Paseo Xaman-Ha Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is ąøæ6,576 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
ąøæ6,576
ąøæ8,217 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,321 reviews)
"Not enough shuttle times Can not get reservations to restaurants Drinks are bottom shelf Worst of all, the beach is full of seaweed. You CAN NOT swim or enjoy it at ALL. Some rivers have clearer water."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Sandos Playacar All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Tequila - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Tequila - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Ave Xaman-ha, Manzana 3, Lote 19 Playa del Carmen QROO
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions Playa del Carmen ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel is very nice..you have option to"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Hotel Riu Tequila - All Inclusive
The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Ave. Xaman-Ha Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is ąøæ6,560 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
ąøæ6,560
ąøæ8,064 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"The property is beautiful. It’s like being in the rainforest. There is wildlife on the property which is an experience! The rooms are comfortable and nice. The staff is very friendly and a pleasure deal with. The beach is well maintained and steps away from the pools which gives you variety in your ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
 Riu Palace Mexico - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Riu Palace Mexico - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Avda. Xaman-Ha, Manzana 3, Lote 4 Playa del Carmen QROO
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions Playa del Carmen ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Have been going to Riu resorts for years. They are one of the best"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Riu Palace Mexico - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Avenida Xaman Ha Manzana Lote Playa del Carmen QROO
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions Playa del Carmen ...
Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Playacar

Find the best Playacar areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Gonzalo Guerrero

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

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.

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.

Luis Donaldo Colosio

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



Playacar Travel Guide