Downtown Playa del Carmen Travel Guide

Playa del Carmen

A market stall with colorful woven baskets and a sign indicating a price of 1.99 USD.
A large sculpture of intertwined hands with rings, overlooking a beach with palm trees and people.
A stingray resting on a sandy seabed with seaweed.
A person snorkeling in clear turquoise water with a beach and palm trees in the background.
A beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and a row of white buildings with balconies overlooking the beach.

Stay near popular Downtown Playa del Carmen attractions

A beach with a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and clear blue water.

Playa del Carmen Main Beach

8.4/10 (20,384 reviews)
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.
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Top hotels in Downtown Playa del Carmen

Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Av. Constituyentes No. 2 Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is Rp4.211.226 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp4.211.226
Rp5.156.447 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,584 reviews)
"The location of the hotel is perfect. The staff was amazing."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen - Adults Only - All 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
The price is Rp3.489.221 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.489.221
Rp4.283.175 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,203 reviews)
"The staff were all welcoming and kind!"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive
Devossion By Live Aqua Playa del Carmen All Inclusive - Adults Only

Devossion By Live Aqua Playa del Carmen All Inclusive - Adults Only

5 out of 5
1a Avenida esquina Calle 26 Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is Rp5.209.199 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp5.209.199
Rp6.364.349 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
Devossion By Live Aqua Playa del Carmen All Inclusive - Adults Only
The Reef 28 Hotel & Spa - Luxury Adults Only - All Suites

The Reef 28 Hotel & Spa - Luxury Adults Only - All Suites

5 out of 5
1 Ave. Norte y Calle 28 Norte Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is Rp1.897.479 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp1.897.479
Rp2.544.536 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,278 reviews)
"This was my first all in"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

The Reef 28 Hotel & Spa - Luxury Adults Only - All Suites
Meliora By Bunik

Meliora By Bunik

2.5 out of 5
Calle 10 Nte Bis Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is Rp738.796 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp738.796
Rp955.161 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Meliora By Bunik
Sofía by Bunik

Sofía by Bunik

2.5 out of 5
Calle 24 Nte Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is Rp568.237 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp568.237
Rp748.785 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Sofía by Bunik
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Where to stay in Downtown Playa del Carmen

Find the best Downtown Playa del Carmen areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a row of white buildings with red roofs.

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.

A beach with clear blue water and several sun loungers.

Playacar

Amazing beaches great entertainment and top sights from Quinta Avenida to Playa del Carmen Main Beach – discover Playacar, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A coastal town with clear turquoise waters, boats, and a beach lined with palm trees and buildings.

Gonzalo Guerrero

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

A beach with a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and clear blue water.

Playa del Carmen Centro

A noteworthy feature of Playa del Carmen Centro is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach.

A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a thatched-roof structure.
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Open Photo by Kristy K

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.

Downtown Playa del Carmen Travel Guide