Playa del Carmen

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Where to stay in Playa del Carmen

Find the best Playa del Carmen areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Playa del Carmen
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Playa del Carmen Centro

Travelers to Playa del Carmen Centro praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal.

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Playacar

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Playacar. Make a stop by Playa del Carmen Main Beach or Playacar Golf Club while you're exploring the area.

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Zazil-ha

While there might not be top attractions in Zazil-ha, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach.

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Gonzalo Guerrero

If you're spending some time in Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.

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Riviera Maya

While Riviera Maya isn't home to many top sights, Tres Rios Ecopark and El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

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
Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Xcaret Eco Theme ...
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Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive

5 out of 5
Carr. Chetumal - Puerto Juarez Km. 282 Playa del Carmen QROO
Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Xcaret ...
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Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive
Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive

Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Constituyentes Number 1 Playa del Carmen QROO
Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions Playa del Carmen Main ...
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Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive
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El Dorado Royale, All & More Inclusive Adults Only

El Dorado Royale, All & More Inclusive Adults Only

5 out of 5
Km 45 Carretera Cancun Playa del Carmen QROO
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
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Playa Palms Beach Hotel

Playa Palms Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
1st Avenue Bis Playa del Carmen QROO
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
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Hotel Colonial Playa del Carmen

Hotel Colonial Playa del Carmen

3.5 out of 5
Playa del Carmen QROO
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Stay near popular Playa del Carmen attractions

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Xcaret Eco Theme Park

9.2/10 (14,289 reviews)
Have a fun-filled day at Xcaret Eco Theme Park and see why this is a popular theme park in Xcaret. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or seek out the diving spots.
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Things to do

Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive Tour

Chichen Itza, Cenote Saamal & Valladolid

$38
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Chichen Itza, Cenote Saamal & Valladolid
ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventuring Eco Park

ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventuring Cancun

$35
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventuring Cancun
Chichen Itza Premium, Cenote, Valladolid & Mayan Cuisine

Chichen Itza with Cenote Noolha, Zip-Line, Mayan Lunch and Valladolid Town

$25
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Chichen Itza with Cenote Noolha, Zip-Line, Mayan Lunch and Valladolid Town
Chichen Itza, Cenote, Buffet Lunch, Tequila & Valladolid Tour

Chichen Itza, Mayan Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Optional Buffet Lunch

$45
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Chichen Itza, Mayan Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Optional Buffet Lunch
Tulum Day-Trip Mayan Ruins with Cenote Swim

Tulum Day-Trip Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim with Lunch included

$40
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Tulum Day-Trip Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim with Lunch included
Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ Tickets

Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ Tickets

$99
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ Tickets
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Cities near Playa del Carmen

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Puerto Morelos

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Xcaret

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