The all-inclusive Hotel Riu Tequila is an upper-middle-range resort near Playa del Carmen. Though the hotel isn't on the ocean, it's a quick five-minute walk to the white-sand beach and guests have access to the amenities at the Riu Yucatán and Riu Playacar. The 664 spacious guest rooms include balconies or terraces and free minibars with liquor dispensers, but decor could use a refresh. The gorgeous lush grounds and the traditional Mexican decor provide an atmosphere reminiscent of a hacienda. Features such as a big outdoor pool, multiple dining options with included liquor, and spa, help make this property a great all-inclusive pick for the price.
The all-inclusive Hotel Riu Tequila is an upper-middle-range resort near Playa del Carmen. Though the hotel isn't on the ocean, it's a quick five-minute walk to the white-sand beach and guests have access to the amenities at the Riu Yucatán and Riu Playacar. The 664 spacious guest rooms include balconies or terraces and free minibars with liquor dispensers, but decor could use a refresh. The gorgeous lush grounds and the traditional Mexican decor provide an atmosphere reminiscent of a hacienda. Features such as a big outdoor pool, multiple dining options with included liquor, and spa, help make this property a great all-inclusive pick for the price.
This 34-room upper-middle-range boutique is located off a busy but quiet corner in central Playa del Carmen. Hacienda Paradise by Xperience Hotels has a 24-hour reception that welcomes guests with a free drink and cool towel, large lobby area with computer terminals, bike rentals, and 24-hour free coffee, tea, and water. There's also a central tropical garden area with spa tent, small pool, and health-conscious restaurant, Palapa. Rooms are spacious and feel a bit luxe with marble floors, dark wood furniture, bathrobes, and a full range of toiletries, though there may be wear and tear. Hacienda is the more polished sister of the areas other Xperience Hotels.
This 34-room upper-middle-range boutique is located off a busy but quiet corner in central Playa del Carmen. Hacienda Paradise by Xperience Hotels has a 24-hour reception that welcomes guests with a free drink and cool towel, large lobby area with computer terminals, bike rentals, and 24-hour free coffee, tea, and water. There's also a central tropical garden area with spa tent, small pool, and health-conscious restaurant, Palapa. Rooms are spacious and feel a bit luxe with marble floors, dark wood furniture, bathrobes, and a full range of toiletries, though there may be wear and tear. Hacienda is the more polished sister of the areas other Xperience Hotels.
The 58-room Hacienda Real del Caribe Hotel is a mid-range property built in the traditional hacienda style. It's centrally located within walking distance of the city's main shopping and nightlife areas, but this also means street-facing rooms suffer from late-night noise. The spacious rooms have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi, as well as furnished balconies. They're arranged around a central courtyard with a pool and cushioned loungers. There's also an on-site restaurant open for all three meals, but the hotel lacks a gym. La Pasion Hotel Boutique offers more facilities and chic digs for just slightly higher rates, though some rooms are small.
The 58-room Hacienda Real del Caribe Hotel is a mid-range property built in the traditional hacienda style. It's centrally located within walking distance of the city's main shopping and nightlife areas, but this also means street-facing rooms suffer from late-night noise. The spacious rooms have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi, as well as furnished balconies. They're arranged around a central courtyard with a pool and cushioned loungers. There's also an on-site restaurant open for all three meals, but the hotel lacks a gym. La Pasion Hotel Boutique offers more facilities and chic digs for just slightly higher rates, though some rooms are small.
This stylish upscale property is centrally located on Playa Del Carmen's restaurant- and shop-lined Quinta Avenida. The highlight here is the rooftop, which is home to two trendy (and tasty) restaurants (one of which transforms into a nightlife destination) and an attractive infinity-edge pool with chic seating and panoramic views over the city and sea. The mandatory Lifestyle Fee is a downer, but includes things like daily tequila tastings, bike to borrow, and yoga classes. Guest rooms feature mid-century modern decor and have private furnished balconies and chic bathrooms with rainfall showers. The beach is just a two-minute walk away, plus guests have access to the beach club at sister property Thompson Beach House. Guests who prefer to be right on the beach might want to opt for the sister hotel instead.
This stylish upscale property is centrally located on Playa Del Carmen's restaurant- and shop-lined Quinta Avenida. The highlight here is the rooftop, which is home to two trendy (and tasty) restaurants (one of which transforms into a nightlife destination) and an attractive infinity-edge pool with chic seating and panoramic views over the city and sea. The mandatory Lifestyle Fee is a downer, but includes things like daily tequila tastings, bike to borrow, and yoga classes. Guest rooms feature mid-century modern decor and have private furnished balconies and chic bathrooms with rainfall showers. The beach is just a two-minute walk away, plus guests have access to the beach club at sister property Thompson Beach House. Guests who prefer to be right on the beach might want to opt for the sister hotel instead.
The Royal Haciendas All Suites Resort & Spa gets high marks from guests on general cleanliness and maintenance, room size, and overall comfort. The property was initially set up as a timeshare and has now incorporated all-inclusive packages to fill gaps in owner occupancy. It functions like a full-throttle all-inclusive, with several pools with various atmospheres, non-stop activities for all ages, and five restaurants and bars (though this may seem limited compared to other all-inclusives). All of the 250 condos can be split into Master Suites (one-bedroom suites with kitchens) and Junior Suites (more like typical hotel rooms), totaling 500 bookable units on the property. All units, joined or not, contain ocean-facing balconies, free coffee, and free Wi-Fi. Rates start even lower at The Fives Azul Beach Resort Playa Del Carmen, a modern all-inclusive resort with mangroves and a great food program.
The Royal Haciendas All Suites Resort & Spa gets high marks from guests on general cleanliness and maintenance, room size, and overall comfort. The property was initially set up as a timeshare and has now incorporated all-inclusive packages to fill gaps in owner occupancy. It functions like a full-throttle all-inclusive, with several pools with various atmospheres, non-stop activities for all ages, and five restaurants and bars (though this may seem limited compared to other all-inclusives). All of the 250 condos can be split into Master Suites (one-bedroom suites with kitchens) and Junior Suites (more like typical hotel rooms), totaling 500 bookable units on the property. All units, joined or not, contain ocean-facing balconies, free coffee, and free Wi-Fi. Rates start even lower at The Fives Azul Beach Resort Playa Del Carmen, a modern all-inclusive resort with mangroves and a great food program.
Set on the corner of the federal highway and the edge of the posh Playacar residential development, the Wyndham Garden Playa del Carmen is a two-and-a-half-pearl hotel offering up exactly what one would expect of the brand. The 196 rooms are functional, clean, and quiet -- if the definition of sterile -- with flat-screen TVs and air-conditioning. The free breakfast buffet features American and regional fare, and there's a surprisingly sharp pool plus a basic fitness center as well. Despite reasonable rates, though, it's far from most tourist haunts in Playa del Carmen and the free shuttle only goes one way. Those looking for something with a little more personality closer to the beach should consider the Hotel Riviera Caribe May, which has similar rates.
Set on the corner of the federal highway and the edge of the posh Playacar residential development, the Wyndham Garden Playa del Carmen is a two-and-a-half-pearl hotel offering up exactly what one would expect of the brand. The 196 rooms are functional, clean, and quiet -- if the definition of sterile -- with flat-screen TVs and air-conditioning. The free breakfast buffet features American and regional fare, and there's a surprisingly sharp pool plus a basic fitness center as well. Despite reasonable rates, though, it's far from most tourist haunts in Playa del Carmen and the free shuttle only goes one way. Those looking for something with a little more personality closer to the beach should consider the Hotel Riviera Caribe May, which has similar rates.
Situated in downtown Playa del Carmen amid the dining, nightlife, and shopping options of Fifth Avenue, the upper-middle-range Be Playa Hotel is a chic, adult-only boutique property. There’s a heavy focus on antiques and rustic woodwork throughout, plus upscale elements like marble sinks and luxurious whirlpool tubs in some of its 23 suites. The hotel has a lovely rooftop with a pool and snack bar as well as panoramic views over the ocean and city, plus it is host to pool parties, live music, and DJ sets. The on-site Sushi Club restaurant offers free breakfast as well as lunch and dinner options. For an alternative, the Reina Roja is a similar adult-only party hotel in the area, though its Wi-Fi can be unreliable.
Situated in downtown Playa del Carmen amid the dining, nightlife, and shopping options of Fifth Avenue, the upper-middle-range Be Playa Hotel is a chic, adult-only boutique property. There’s a heavy focus on antiques and rustic woodwork throughout, plus upscale elements like marble sinks and luxurious whirlpool tubs in some of its 23 suites. The hotel has a lovely rooftop with a pool and snack bar as well as panoramic views over the ocean and city, plus it is host to pool parties, live music, and DJ sets. The on-site Sushi Club restaurant offers free breakfast as well as lunch and dinner options. For an alternative, the Reina Roja is a similar adult-only party hotel in the area, though its Wi-Fi can be unreliable.
The 273-room Hacienda Tres Rios is an all-inclusive luxury resort inside the enormous Tres Rios Nature Park on the Riviera Maya. The property only has suites, and all are huge and immaculate, with lovely furnished balconies and beautiful Mexican marble bathrooms. It's popular with families and couples alike, and has numerous spots to relax, including two outdoor pools and a private beach. On the property are ten cenotes (sinkholes) and there are ample opportunities to swim or kayak (or get married beside) these natural wonders.
The 273-room Hacienda Tres Rios is an all-inclusive luxury resort inside the enormous Tres Rios Nature Park on the Riviera Maya. The property only has suites, and all are huge and immaculate, with lovely furnished balconies and beautiful Mexican marble bathrooms. It's popular with families and couples alike, and has numerous spots to relax, including two outdoor pools and a private beach. On the property are ten cenotes (sinkholes) and there are ample opportunities to swim or kayak (or get married beside) these natural wonders.
With only 18 rooms, Casa la Galeria is a clean and modern boutique property right in the heart of Playa del Carmen. It's less than a 15-minute walk to the beach. The style is subtle and homey, with a cheerful color scheme throughout the property that makes a few Frida Kahlo-centric details pop. Rooms are sharp and simple, with dark wood furniture and modern bathrooms plus flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and small furnished balconies. There's a lovely rooftop infinity pool with views out across the city plus a rooftop lounge, but no restaurant. Those looking to have an optional kitchen along with quaint boutique style should check out Hotel Boutique Posada Mariposa, which is closer to the beach but lacks a pool.
With only 18 rooms, Casa la Galeria is a clean and modern boutique property right in the heart of Playa del Carmen. It's less than a 15-minute walk to the beach. The style is subtle and homey, with a cheerful color scheme throughout the property that makes a few Frida Kahlo-centric details pop. Rooms are sharp and simple, with dark wood furniture and modern bathrooms plus flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and small furnished balconies. There's a lovely rooftop infinity pool with views out across the city plus a rooftop lounge, but no restaurant. Those looking to have an optional kitchen along with quaint boutique style should check out Hotel Boutique Posada Mariposa, which is closer to the beach but lacks a pool.
The upper-middle-range Hotel La Semilla is an adult-only boutique that aims to give travelers a respite from their digital lives and to reconnect with nature. The nine rooms lack TVs and telephones, though each is outfitted with a personal Wi-Fi network. Bathrooms are shower-only and have local, organic toiletries, and most rooms have balconies. Cream-toned, Boho-chic decor can be found throughout the hotel, and charming accents can be spotted in nearly every corner. All public spaces are open-air, including the garden-set breakfast room where the hotel serves a popular free hot breakfast. There are spaces to lounge on the garden terrace, roof terrace, or in the greenness of the garden itself. Free Wi-Fi, bike rentals, and daily snacks are available. For a more modern look and a pool, compare rates at the nearby art boutique Hotel Casa Ticul.
The upper-middle-range Hotel La Semilla is an adult-only boutique that aims to give travelers a respite from their digital lives and to reconnect with nature. The nine rooms lack TVs and telephones, though each is outfitted with a personal Wi-Fi network. Bathrooms are shower-only and have local, organic toiletries, and most rooms have balconies. Cream-toned, Boho-chic decor can be found throughout the hotel, and charming accents can be spotted in nearly every corner. All public spaces are open-air, including the garden-set breakfast room where the hotel serves a popular free hot breakfast. There are spaces to lounge on the garden terrace, roof terrace, or in the greenness of the garden itself. Free Wi-Fi, bike rentals, and daily snacks are available. For a more modern look and a pool, compare rates at the nearby art boutique Hotel Casa Ticul.