Riviera Maya Travel Guide
Playa del Carmen




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

Park Xcaret with Show and Optional Transportation

Chichén Itzá, Cenote Xunáan & Valladolid with Traditional Lunch Buffet

ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventuring Cancun

Chichen Itza, Cenote Saamal & Valladolid

Xplor Park - Food & Beverages Included

Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ Tickets
Top hotels in Riviera Maya

Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive
"Always a good time and great staff!!"
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive
"We had a great experience here, the staff treated us like family, everything was so clean, the food was amazing, activities were all so much fun and we loved Gretel and Melissa, they were awesome and it was so hard to say goodbye to everyone, there was a particular waiter named Salmone who was exceptional. ..."
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Blue Diamond Wellness Resort – All Inclusive – Adults Only
"Our room with our private pool was amazing, spacious and clean. The bed was not as comfortable as I expected and I would have liked the lighting in the bathroom to be brighter. The spa was an amazing space but there were dead bugs everywhere, maybe a little maintenance before aging the amazing rooms ..."
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive

Iberostar Selection Riviera Cancún - All Inclusive
"I only have two things about this experience I would make better, but they were bigger things that did change the experience. 1. Offer transportation to and from the airport and include it in the price of the stay. We had a terrible start to the trip due to transportation and it is a safety issue. ..."
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Riviera Maya

Playacar
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.

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.


















