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

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 ฿6,182 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿6,182
฿7,594 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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. ...
Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Carretera Federal Chetumal Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is ฿4,204 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿4,204
฿5,241 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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. ...
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿10,500 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿10,500
฿12,816 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (1,053 reviews)
"Love everything, specially the stef they were so kind a d helpful. Coming back home my flight was early so they packed breakfast for us I felt so special. I recommend visiting Hyatt Zilara."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 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 ฿6,608 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿6,608
฿8,107 total
30 Aug - 31 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 ...
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
The price is ฿32,276 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿32,276
฿39,166 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ...
Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive - All inclusive
Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only All Inclusive

Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Carr. Federal 307 Chet-Pto. Juarez Puerto Morelos QROO
Stay at this luxury resort in Puerto Morelos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,470 reviews)
"Rooms are very spacious. Mostly stone and granite. No nasty carpet. We really liked the large shower. The room was well stocked with drinks and snacks. The activity team was very good. They are friendly and energetic. There are so many activities to enjoy. Note there is a lot of the sargassum seaweed ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only 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 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