Riviera Maya Travel Guide
Playa del Carmen




Visit Riviera Maya
Stay near popular Riviera Maya attractions
Things to do

Chichén Itzá, Cenote Xunáan & Valladolid with Traditional Lunch Buffet

Park Xcaret Admission with Show and Optional Transportation

ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventuring Eco Park

Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive

Xplor Park - Food & Beverages Included

Day Trip to Tulum Mayan Ruins and visit Cenote Nohoch with Lunch
Top hotels in Riviera Maya

Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive
"The food and waitstaff were very good. From checking in to checking out the front staff was poor. I wish we would have stayed somewhere else for our anniversary. I love Mexico but this resort is definitely at 3 Star."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive
"Outdated property, food was really bad and repetitive, no kids station as every Hotel has, so the food options for my daughter were really limited, NO ICE CREAM, long walking distance to get to restaurants and lobby, the carts service was nonexistent,rooms were super old, the staff is very hard working,attentive ..."
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive
"Clean. Staff helpful. Pool fantastic"
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive - All inclusive
"Check in was awful. First, we were told to get off at the wrong hotel. We stood in line for 30 min before a worker took us to another area making it seem like it was going to be to checked in only to try to be sold a time share. When we declined, the worker suggested going to eat because of how much ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only All Inclusive
"The Resort speaks for its self Excellence Rivera Maya was phenomenal. I recommend it to any couples or singles that want to escape to another world! Our room was beautiful and with a full bar with tequila and beer. The staff made it even better by making you feel special and the food was out standing. ..."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Riviera Maya

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.

















