The Fives Travel Guide
Playa del Carmen




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 The Fives

The Fives Beach Hotel - Á la Carte All Inclusive
I traveled with my family! Property was clean and all staf was good
Reviewed on 9 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

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive
Staff and amenities amazing.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive
The room was very spacious, clean, and spotless. The staff were warm and welcoming, and the entertainment was fantastic, keeping guests engaged all day. The food exceeded expectations, honestly better than Xcaret in terms of room and food options.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive
Honestly- minus them trying to get you to sign up for a travel plan
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Hotel Xcaret Arte – All Parks / All Fun Inclusive, Adults Only
Resort is amazing! Pools is excellent, Food is excellent. Beach is excellent. Activities are excellent. Room cleanliness and overall resort is pristine. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole expierence. Our one knock would be the butler service is by far the worst we have experienced in our 5-6 Mexican ...
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Fives

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.

Luis Donaldo Colosio
If you're spending some time in Luis Donaldo Colosio, Punta Esmeralda Beach and Mamitas Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.

Zazil-ha
When in Zazil-ha, you can plan a visit to Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
