Playa del Secreto Travel Guide
Playa del Carmen
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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 top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this romantic area.

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.

Quinta Avenida
During your visit to Playa del Carmen, you can do some window-shopping at Quinta Avenida. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing 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

ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park

Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive

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

Tulum Shopping Tour with Mayan Market Visit

Tulum Shopping Tour with Cenote Nohoch Swim

Frog's Restaurant Pass at Playa del Carmen: Mexican Food & Fiesta
Top hotels in Playa del Secreto

Hilton Cancun, an All-Inclusive Resort
Clean rooms, friendly staff, a lot of families, decent restaurants. Wish it was easier and closer into the city.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place Cancun Airport
Very nice hotel. Very clean and friendly staff. Great selections on the free breakfast buffet. My only issue was I booked this hotel specifically because it said it had free airport shuttle service but turns out you have to complete a form 48 hrs in advance and it wants you to use WhatsApp to book. ...
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive
Amazing hotel. Phenomenal food. Great parks. Amazing photo package. An amazing vacation.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive
Rooms very clean. Staff helpful and friendly. Food very tasty , available and diverse. Just a block from downtown and main beach. Pool was a little cold and lounge chairs not abundant.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Our vacation was AWESOME! The resort is large enough for privacy but compact enough to allow easy access to all amenities. The room was beautiful and food was on point. The staff is amazing and go out of way to make sure everything is to our liking.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

AVA Resort All Oceanfront - All Inclusive
Great room, staff was always helpful and very courteous, food was the best I have had an any all inclusive resort. All good things.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Playa del Secreto

Maroma
Maroma is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Maroma Beach and Paradise Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Playa del Carmen.

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.

The Fives
The Fives might not have many top sights, but Playa Xcalacoco and Gran Coyote Golf are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

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.
