Perched directly on the beach in Akumal, Playa Caribe #3 is a bright and spacious 2-bedroom condo. With an open living area, fully equipped kitchen, oceanfront pool views from its large terrace and central AC - it's perfect for families or couples looking to unwind.
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Exceptional
Entire condo
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Ground-Floor Beachfront Condo with Pool, Patio & Concierge
Playa Caribe 3 combines comfort, style, and an unbeatable beachfront location in Half Moon Bay. Situated on the southern wing of the building, this ground-floor condo opens onto a furnished terrace with loungers, BBQ grill, and direct pool access—framed by sweeping Caribbean views.
Inside, the Master Bedroom offers a king bed with an ensuite bath, while the guest suite includes two queens and its bathroom. With space for six guests, the condo is ideally suited for couples traveling together, families, or groups of friends. All bedrooms and the living/dining areas are cooled by central AC.
The fully equipped kitchen features an electric stove, full refrigerator, and a breakfast bar that overlooks the turquoise bay—perfect for morning coffee or preparing snacks. The open-concept design creates a relaxed flow from kitchen to dining to living spaces, leading naturally out to the terrace.
Guests enjoy daily housekeeping, beach towels, purified water, parking, and onsite concierge service. Whether you want airport transfers, grocery delivery, or guided excursions, the staff makes your stay seamless.
Located in Akumal’s secure gated Half Moon Bay, the condo is walking distance from Yal Ku Lagoon, Akumal Bay, shops, and restaurants. The shoreline mixes soft sand with coral rocks, excellent for snorkeling—water shoes recommended. While walking and taxis cover local needs, a rental car or private driver is suggested for exploring cenotes, Mayan ruins, or nearby Riviera Maya towns. Playa Caribe is one of the area’s original beachfront condominiums, known for service and comfort.
KINDLY NOTE: South winds may bring Sargasso Seaweed to some beaches throughout the Caribbean, including the Rivera Maya. While the situation is hard to predict for each specific week and area, we would like you to be aware as there is the potential to impact the beach and water entry.
The Riviera Maya is full of natural beauty, places to explore and opportunities for outdoor activities. We have a great list of activities and adventures completely unaffected by the arrival of sargasso that we would love to share with you. There is so much to see and do in this special place, we know that you will have an amazing and memorable vacation!
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
Near the bay
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Water park
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Akumal, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Xel-Há Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Half Moon Bay and Akumal Beach. Akumal Ecological Center and El Toh Ecopark are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Akumal travel guide
Does Ground-Floor Beachfront Condo with Pool, Patio & Concierge have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Ground-Floor Beachfront Condo with Pool, Patio & Concierge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Ground-Floor Beachfront Condo with Pool, Patio & Concierge?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ground-Floor Beachfront Condo with Pool, Patio & Concierge?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ground-Floor Beachfront Condo with Pool, Patio & Concierge?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Ground-Floor Beachfront Condo with Pool, Patio & Concierge located?
Nestled on the beach, this Akumal condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Half Moon Bay and Akumal Beach. Yal-ku Lagoon and Akumal Ecological Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Ground-Floor Beachfront Condo with Pool, Patio & Concierge Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Our host was wonderful, and we felt incredibly welcomed and supported. Our condo was spotless and had everything we needed. It was a treat to stay there.
What a fantastic property! My Mom and I loved everything about. Location, staff, condo unit all fantastic. We'll definitely be back! Thanks for having us.
Cheryl W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Thornton Cleveleys, Lancashire
30 Nov 2023
Paradise
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Awesome apartment, excellent location and awesome views
A great spot for 4. We went with another couple and the place was perfect. Right by the pool, which is right by the beach which is right next to the road that takes you wherever you want - including our favourite hang out: La Buena Vida which was a short walk and stumble home. House keeping services as much or as little as you like and the concierge will arrange anything. I’d highly recommend.
Shawn K.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Belinda N.
9 Feb 2024
Great spot right on the bay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We throughly enjoyed our stay at Playa Carib. The staff were friendly and helpful, cleaning service each day and the concierge gave great recommendations. Just to note, no washer/dryer, also good to get your groceries in Playa before you arrive. Will return again!
We stayed for 6 nights with age ranges from 1- 65. Easy access to the beach and pool was amazing. Great food options nearby. Very sleepy town but easy access to snorkeling. It was spotless cleaned everyday. There was light cut for a day which was challenging esp with the kids. Light cut also meant no water no cooking no cellphone service too. We had to emergency evacuate as with kids it was hard to survive. Unfortunately there was no communication from the manager too which bummed our whole trip.
Chandni S.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Susan F.
30 Dec 2023
Family vacation rental
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Playa Caribe is a lovely condo residence in a good location in Akumal. We stayed in Condo #3. It was clean, well maintained, the beds were comfortable. It however, has it's door to the beach directly in front of the other guest's area and was often noisy and occupied when we got out for the day. There was also a good bit of noise coming from the front . Other than this, it was a nice place to spend Christmas with my adult kids!
Susan F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Genevieve C.
26 Nov 2023
Beautiful location and quite space
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This condo was the best location for the things we came to enjoy. Patio was right in front of the pool and few steps from the beach. We snorkeled every day and enjoyed the outdoor patio for meals. Inside the kitchen was well equipped and we saved money by cooking most days. We would come back again. The only negative would be that the condo was a little musty smelling when we first arrived. Although the condo has air conditioning we preferred opening the patio screens and that seemed to take away the musty smell.
We loved the property and appreciated the unit had games for children, coffee basics for adults, and the pool stocked a communal chest of pool toys.
The only downside was that the onsite property manager Augustin twice rented us a broken golf cart, and issued only a partial refund. I wouldn't recommend using his rentals. the first time it broke down he was unreachable and we had to walk a good distance. He told us he'd fixed it the next day but it still didn't work so we had to scramble to find alternate transportation that day.
We truly loved our stay here. We had a very interesting trip. We actually arrived on the 30th for our entire trip and originally staying in another unit. It wasn’t peak season, so we knew chances for rain were high. Our first unit started leaking all over the kitchen, so another property owner who was staying there helped us get in contact with this unit and move over. It was within an hour that we were all moved. The rain brought a slight leak to this units kitchen, but this was was able to be fixed very quickly.
The location is beautiful. The units are comfortable and very clean. It was myself, my husband and our two daughters. We had such a wonderful trip. We will come back. Rain happpens. Leaks happen. Never let that ruin anything for you! Enjoy how wonderful the town and people are!
nice clean place, easy access to stores and groceries. Helpful management team. Relaxing place.
Amy H.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Daniel H.
9 Jan 2023
Always a great stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The condo was well prepared and staff were very attentive and friendly. Love the homely feel of the facilities. We’ll be back.
We had a great time at Playa Caribe. This unit is next to the pool on the ground, it was like having a house for ourselves. We had cleaning service every day, the people at the condo were very nice. We could walk to a small general store, and went to the Akumal beach that was free of sargasso. Short drive to Tulúm and the cenotes. Great stay!
This was a lovely and easy place to stay. Everyone who works here is so helpful - the view is beautiful. The pool is great. It can get a little crowded, but all the guests were polite and easy to share space with. We woke to beautiful sunrises every morning. Unfortunately, the sargassum was bad while we were there, but we spent a lot of time at the lagoon and other beaches. This is a definite return to place for us!
The condo was beautiful and very nicely decorated. The check in process was seamless and after the long flight and commute to the property, it was nice to have a wonderful basket of goodies there waiting for us. The site felt very safe with friendly staff always willing to assist. Many of the other guests we met were returning visitors to the property and we hope to one day return. We had a great trip!
Glen S.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Andy S.
20 Apr 2022
Riviera Maya vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great place and location. Condo was great for wife and I and two kids. Good size and right next to the pool and beach. Rented bikes, car, drove to several places in within a 20 mile radius. easy and no issues at all. Locogringo concierge was very helpful.
Andy S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kourosh T.
28 Jan 2022
Very nice comfortable ocean front, beautiful view
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very nice roomy comfortable clean condo. Beautiful ocean view, steps away to a very nice beach which you can snorkel, very shallow beach with reefsGreat friendly helpful staff providing great service. Building is well maintained. Daily house keeping service. The only negative is the WiFi was kind of slow.
Kourosh T.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Linda G.
15 Mar 2023
Perfect family condo
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our overall experience was great. Ideal for a family. We did share with friends, so I did find the shutters enclosing the main bedroom a little too exposed for my preference. But the entire suite was extremely clean, comfortable beds, lots of nice towels and a great blender in the kitchen. I recommend the grocery service. The pool was a nice touch- and clean. We would recommend!
This property is very well kept and the condo has million dollar views of the ocean. It is centrally located in the small town of Akumal and there is a small store for snacks/grocery items right across the street. I would recommend a golf cart if you don't want to walk a bit farther to shops and restaurants. The condo was big, clean and well equipped. Bedrooms and bathrooms are large with a lot of storage. It was great walking right out to the pool and ocean, but you will have other quests in front of your sliding door using the pool since this is on the ground floor. The beach is raked each day, but there was seaweed when we were there due to the winds. It's the ocean, so sometimes that happens. You'd also do well to pack water shoes as there is coral and rocks as you enter the ocean, but it is still easy to get into the water and swim/snorkel. Very quiet and peaceful property and on-site manager was very helpful and nice. Highly recommend.
Sherry G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Renee B.
11 Feb 2023
Incredible location and view
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were very pleased with our ground floor rental at Playa Caribe! The condo was very clean and well stocked. It was the perfect set up for our family of five. We loved waking up to spectacular sunrises with the gorgeous view. We enjoyed lounging by the pool and on the beach just steps from our door. Akumal is truly a place of magic. The people at the property are very friendly and responsive to our needs. The location is wonderful with so much to do in walking distance. We had breakfast at the Turtle Bay Cafe, we enjoyed dinner outside by the sea at Buena Vida. We had a wonderful day that started with breakfast at the Jungle Cafe and then snorkeling further down the street at Ya-Cool. It was amazing to see where the ocean met the fresh water and all of the fish! We felt very safe in our location. We even met Kilo the military dog who’s posted to the area. We traveled outside the arch to dine at a less touristy and local Taco Mia for a delicious lunch. We had an unforgettable experience day tripping in Tulum, exploring the ruins, then we walked to the Playa Paradiso beach and had a healthy breakfast, then set up for the day at the El Paradiso Beach Club to rent a longing bed, umbrella and table and chair setup. We enjoyed the music, drinks, bathroom facilities and the gorgeous clear ocean. Back at the condo we loved to enjoy a swim while looking out at the ocean. There were lounge chairs with grass umbrellas right in the beach. Highly recommend wearing water shoes as you enter the beach as it’s a bit rocky. We had fun hunting for shells and were rewarded with a huge Conch shell.We would recommend the Playa Caribe for a magical vacation in Mexico! We’d live to return!
We arrived before check in time and were welcomed graciously! Agustin was friendly and helpful. He arranged Covid tests in our room and transpiration back to the airport. We were within walking distance from several activities and places to eat and drink.