Playacar Travel Guide

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Beautiful beach at Caribbean sea in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.
Beautiful beach at Caribbean sea in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.
Beautiful Caribbean sea Playacar Beach in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.
Tropical landscape with coconut palm on Playacar beach at Caribbean sea in Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Our pick of the best Playacar Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Avenida Xaman-ha, Mza 9 and 10, L1 Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is NZ$891 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$891
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,575 reviews)
Everything was great. Great hotel to stay in

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Tequila - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Tequila - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Ave Xaman-ha, Manzana 3, Lote 19 Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is NZ$558 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
NZ$558
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Great environment. Night shows were great. Atmosphere was fantastic. Service was on top

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Tequila - All Inclusive
Residence Inn by Marriott Playa del Carmen

Residence Inn by Marriott Playa del Carmen

3.5 out of 5
Retorno 50 Avenida Sur, Carretera 307 Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is NZ$195 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$195
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,099 reviews)
Spent 10 days here and the entire staff was great!!

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Playa del Carmen
Sandos Playacar All Inclusive

Sandos Playacar All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Paseo Xaman-Ha Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is NZ$890 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$890
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 8 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,377 reviews)
The resort was lovely, but standout for us was the beautiful surprise of the Expedia Guest Experience Team; staff of Sandos Playacar, but dedicated to making us feel welcome, and ensuring we had the very best time during our stay. Thank you to Melisa, Zyanya, Majo/Maria, And Mariana for all that ...

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Sandos Playacar All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Avenida Xaman Ha Manzana Lote Playa del Carmen QROO
Stay at this beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
We were very pleased with Riu Playacar. The room was immaculate and tended to every day by conscientious staff. Food was plentiful and delicious and appreciated the varied menus. Always something to do for everyone. Common areas were fastidiously looked after. We are definitely planning on coming ...

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Avenida Xaman-ha, Manzana 3, Lote 1 Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is NZ$655 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
NZ$655
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
It was good. Our riu transport to the hotel didn’t arrive and we had to go into a very old and small ride when we paid for a nice one for 8. We asked for two beds and we could only get 1 so we had to share. And that was awkward because there was no door on the bathroom or shower so you could see ...

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Yucatan - 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.

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Other neighbourhoods around Playacar

One of the must beautiful beaches in the world!!! Stunning! 

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Playacar Zona Hotelera

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Playacar Zona Hotelera. A stop by Playacar Beach or Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha might round out your trip.

Playacar Zona Hotelera
Beach and coast on Sal Island in Cape Verde, tropical Atlantic Ocean water from the drone

Playacar Fase I

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Playacar Fase I. A stop by Playacar Beach or Mayan Ruins of Playacar might round out your trip.

Playacar Fase I
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Campestre

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Campestre and surrounding area, you can visit Xplor Theme Park and Playacar Golf Club.

Campestre
Cool monument on the beach of Playa del Carmen.

Playa del Carmen Centro

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Playa del Carmen Centro
panoramic aerial of Cancun Mexico riviera Maya hotel zone at sunset Caribbean Sea tropical beach ocean view waterfront

Ejidal

When in Ejidal, you can plan a visit to Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ejidal
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Calica

While Calica isn't home to many top sights, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are some notable places to visit nearby.

Calica


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