The Fives Travel Guide
Playa del Carmen
Popular places to visit
Xcaret Eco Theme Park
Commune with nature, explore ancient ruins and learn about Mayan culture at this popular theme park, home to a natural underground river.
Playa del Carmen Main Beach
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.
Maroma Beach
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.
Quinta Avenida
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Quinta Avenida, a favourite shopping spot in Playa del Carmen. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Ferry to Cozumel
Explore the waterfront in Xcaret with a trip to Ferry to Cozumel. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Playacar Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playacar Beach during your travels in Playa del Carmen? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Chichén Itzá, Cenote Xunáan & Valladolid with Traditional Lunch Buffet
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive
Day Trip to Tulum, Playa del Carmen & Cenote Mariposa
Xcaret Park Admission with Show and Optional Transportation
Xoximilco Mexican Fiesta: Tasting Traditional Menú & Tequila Open Bar
ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventuring Eco Park
Top hotels in The Fives
The Fives Beach Hotel - Á la Carte All Inclusive
The property and amenities were extremely amazing, also the restaurants were very good and I would certainly visit this resort again in the future. Now if the beach itself had more area and more sand (less rocks) it would have made our stay that much better. Thank you fives beach ⛱️ for the experience ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
The buffet food quality is terrible and the dinner reservation process is a nightmare. After standing in a line for over an hour at 7am we managed to get one dinner reservation at 5.30pm during our whole 5 day trip. Its a shocking decision from the hotel to do things this way and leaves everyone ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only All Inclusive
Excellence Rivera Cancun is a beautiful resort with quiet outdoor areas to relax as well as swim up bar if you’re in the mood for a more social atmosphere. Fun daytime as well as evening activities. Friendly, accommodating staff. A fine selection of restaurants and bars. It was always easy to get ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive
stayed here in 2022, awesome experience. now with their mega expansion and not enough employees, not even a decent stay. list was too long. Stay somewhere else.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive
Family friendly Good buffet Good pools
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hotel Xcaret Arte – All Parks / All Fun Inclusive, Adults Only
The property was amazing. They do really pay attention to detail. The food was delicious very authentic. The buffet options were insane they had a lot. We opted out of the time share presentation.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Fives
Corasol
Though Corasol may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gran Coyote Golf and Playa Xcalacoco.
Nicte-Ha
While Nicte-Ha may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Punta Esmeralda Beach and Gran Coyote Golf.
Luis Donaldo Colosio
If you're spending some time in Luis Donaldo Colosio, Punta Esmeralda Beach and Mamitas Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Mundo Hábitat
Though Mundo Hábitat may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like 28 de Julio Square and Plaza Las Americas.
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.
Zazil-ha
When in Zazil-ha, you can plan a visit to Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
