The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Riviera Maya. I hope you will like it!
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1 Kinta Kan Beach Hotel Boutique Playa del Carmen Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
Well situated in Playa del Carmen, Kinta Kan Beach Hotel Boutique Playa del Carmen offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers a shared lounge and room service. Guests can have a drink at the bar.
The units in the hotel are equipped with a TV. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with free toiletries, while some rooms come with a terrace and others also have sea views.
Kinta Kan Beach Hotel Boutique Playa del Carmen offers a à la carte or continental breakfast. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Seafood cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested.
Speaking English and Spanish at the 24-hour front desk, staff are willing to help at any time of the day.
Popular points of interest near Kinta Kan Beach Hotel Boutique Playa del Carmen include Playa del Carmen Beach, Playacar Beach and ADO International Bus Station. The nearest airport is Cozumel International, 34 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 7.1,
rooms from around $64.
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2 Mvngata Boutique Hotel Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Located in Playa del Carmen, Mvngata Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar. Among the various facilities of this property are a shared lounge, a garden and a private beach area. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests.
All units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. At the hotel every room comes with a private bathroom with free toiletries.
A à la carte breakfast is available daily at Mvngata Boutique Hotel.
The accommodation offers a terrace.
Cancun International Airport is 51 km from the property.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around $325.
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3 La Posada del Sol Boutique Hotel Tulum Tulum, Mexico
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La Posada del Sol is located on the soft white sand beach of Tulum and caribbean sea. By car, the hotel is just 10 minutes south of the Tulum ruins and 15 minutes north of the Sian Ka’an Bioreserve.
Posada del Sol Tulum is an eco-friendly property. All rooms have a private bathroom, without a door to separate them from the rest of the room.
The La Posada del Sol sits on a small stretch of the beach road with many wonderful shops and restaurants just steps away from your front door. A short 15 minute bike ride and you can visit Tulum. This active little town is full of shops, restaurants and bars and offers many fun nightlife options.
Turquoise blue Caribbean waters welcome you with the sound of waves of bliss. Relish your ability to relax in the sun as pelicans fly overhead and iguanas play on the rocks. Diving and snorkelling can be practiced at the world’s second largest coral reef, which offers a wide variety of coloured fish.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $187.
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4 Dune Boutique Hotel located at the party zone Tulum, Mexico
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Featuring free WiFi and a terrace, Dune Boutique Hotel located at the party zone Tulum offers accommodation in Tulum. There is a juice bar and guests can enjoy tropical cocktails at the bar.
Some rooms feature views of the sea or garden. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom.
Guests can enjoy delicious drinks and cuisine at the Dune Restaurant and Beach Club under the shadow of the palm trees.
This hotel has a private beach area and bike hire is available. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkeling, windsurfing and diving.
Parque Nacional Tulum is 2.9 km from Dune Boutique Hotel located at the party zone Tulum.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $137.
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5 Alquimia Hotel Boutique Tulum, Mexico
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Located on the heart of Tulum beach, you can appreciate the breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea from the comfort of our beach cabanas. Our Eco-Chic decor rooms are all the Tulum vibes you need; Suites, Cabanas and Container Rooms have air conditioning, hot and cold water for a great shower, daily cleaning, room service and access to our private Beach Club where you can enjoy our Infinity Pool, Volley ball net, Kayaks, Swings, Beach Bar with great Mixology, delicious Mexican Food, among other amenities.
We are a Pet Friendly Hotel, so your best friend is more than welcome.
Our fantastic location allows us to be 5 minutes away from all the main attractions, exclusive boutiques, beach clubs, Restaurants and Night life of Tulum’s Hotel Area.
Guest review score 7.6,
rooms from around $116.
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6 Blue Diamond Luxury Boutique - All Inclusive Adults Only Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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"Blue Diamond Luxury Boutique has 4 Diamond Award Resort, is set in tropical gardens in the Riviera Maya. It offers attractive Suites, a spa, 3 outdoor pools, golf course nearby. Blue Diamond Luxury Boutique suites have a terrace or garden, some with private pool, and include views of the Caribbean Sea, cenotes or lagoons. All have a plasma TV, CD and DVD player and a rain shower. The hotel offers a wide variety of food options. There are 3 restaurants and a tapas bar, as well as a lounge bar, cafeteria and poolside snack bar. Also room service is available with extra charge. The resort has a gym, while the spa provides beauty therapies. Other activities include yoga, pilates and watsu. There is also a boutique and a beauty salon. Cancun International Airport is 35 minutes’ drive from the Blue Diamond Luxury Boutique." This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 7.5,
rooms from around $505.
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7 Cabanas Tulum- Beach Hotel & Spa Tulum, Mexico
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This hotel is located on one of the nicest beaches in Tulum, Mexico. The hotel offers a secluded location, guest rooms with free WiFi, an on-site restaurant and the Ziggy's Beach Club.
Rooms at Cabanas Tulum include hammocks on the private terrace. Some rooms are located directly on the beach. Some rooms feature a private rooftop terrace with hot tub.
Fresco's offers international cuisine and has children menu. Hotel guests can enjoy the beach club amenities, as well as cocktails and beers.
The bilingual staff at Cabanas Tulum can arrange tours to nearby eco-friendly attractions like Sian Ka'an, a natural biosphere, or tours to sightseeing the cenotes, the natural underground pools, or travel to the archaeological sites nearby including Cobá, Chichen Itza and Ek Balam.
Cabanas Tulum has Naj Naay Spa.
Our guests minimum age is 14 years.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around $682.
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8 Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun - Adults only Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun is a AAA's 5 Diamond Award Winner property with 13 outdoor pools, 6 à la carte gourmet restaurants, a buffet restaurant, a Coco Café, a Barefoot Grill and a Preferred Beach Club exclusive for Preferred Club guests. It also offers a wide variety of on-site activities like yoga and scuba lessons.
Featuring hot tubs, furnished terraces and minibars, the suites at this adult-only have flat-screen cable TV. The marble bathrooms provide toiletries, bathrobes and a hairdryer.
The restaurants at Secrets Maroma have different specialties like: buffet services, Mexican cuisine, Asian delicacies, French dishes, Italian specialties and grilled meals.
Other activities that this all inclusive offers are dance lessons, beach and pool volleyball, water aerobics and archery, among others.
Cancun’s nightlife entertainment area is only 30 minutes’ drive from Secrets Maroma, and playa del Carmen can be reached in a 15-minute drive. Tulum Archaeological Site is 50 minutes’ drive away. Cancun International Airport is 40 km away.
Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun - All Inclusive - Adults only is a Preferred by Nature certified property due to its commitment with sustainability.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around $825.
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9 Libelula Tulum Beachfront Hotel Tulum, Mexico
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Situated in Tulum, a few steps from South Tulum Beach, Libelula Tulum features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a private beach area, a concierge service and free WiFi. The accommodation offers nightclub and a tour desk.
Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, some rooms at the hotel also feature a sea view. At Libelula Tulum the rooms include bed linen and towels.
Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a à la carte breakfast.
Tulum Archeological Site is 13 km from Libelula Tulum, while Sian Ka´an Biosphere Reserve is 3.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cozumel International, 88 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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10 Ana y Jose Tulum Hotel & Beach Club Tulum, Mexico
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Set in tropical gardens, this hotel offers an outdoor pool, a spa and direct beach access. Each spacious, air-conditioned suite includes free Wi-Fi and views of the gardens or sea.
Ana y Jose Charming Hotel & Spa is situated on Tulum Beach, a 5-minute drive from Tulum’s ancient Maya ruins. It is located on the edge of the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve.
The hotel’s stylish suites have typical Mexican décor. Each suite has a furnished terrace, a seating area, minibar and safety deposit box. Bathrooms include amenities and a hairdryer.
The restaurant serves Mexican cuisine made with local produce, including freshly caught fish. Guests can also enjoy the sea views and sunsets from the terrace bar.
Staff at the Ana y Jose’s 24-hour reception can organize a range of excursions and activites. These include visits to Mayan temples, trekking in the rainforest, diving courses or fishing trips.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around $326.
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11 Ventus at Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort - All Inclusive Puerto Morelos, Mexico
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Set in Puerto Morelos, a few steps from Playa Puerto Morelos, Ventus at Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort - All Inclusive offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. This 4-star resort offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Guests can enjoy Mediterranean and Mexican dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar.
The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All guest rooms feature a wardrobe.
The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options.
Playa Punta Brava is 1.8 km from Ventus at Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort - All Inclusive, while Cancun Underwater Museum is 31 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cancún International, 27 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around $749.
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12 Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
Located on the beachfront in Playa del Carmen, this resort offers 4 outdoor pools, yoga classes and massages. Dive Center offers diving certification courses, ocean dives, cenotes dives and night.
Mahekal Beach Resort offers spacious, air-conditioned rooms with Mayan-style décor. The peaceful rooms do not include radios or TVs but do offer telephone services and WiFi. All rooms offer a private safe box, private bathroom with a hairdryer and have a terrace with hammocks and views of the sea or tropical gardens.
A daily breakfast and à la carte lunch are available in the Olas Restaurant. Fuego Restaurant serves four-course set dinners, and offers regular theme nights and live music.
The resort is situated in a quiet area of Playa del Carmen, just a few minutes’ walk from lively 5th Avenue. The on-site concierge can arrange visits to the Mayan ruins of Tulum National Park, a 45-minute drive away.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $395.
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13 Petit Lafitte Beach Front Hotel & Bungalows Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Petit Lafitte is a tranquil beachfront hotel located 15 minutes’ drive from Playa del Carmen Airport. Set in tropical gardens, it offers air-conditioned rooms with ocean or garden views, a spa and free Wi-Fi.
Rooms feature tiled floors and have a fan and cable TV. There is a safe, minibar and coffee maker. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer.
Guests can enjoy meals in the Petit Lafitte’s charming restaurant. There is also a beachside bar, where you can relax in a hammock with a drink.
The hotel has concierge service and offers car hire. There is free on-site parking and an airport shuttle can be requested for a supplement.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $276.
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14 Catalonia Royal Tulum Beach & Spa Resort Adults Only - All Inclusive Xpu Ha, Mexico
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Surrounded by a lush natural environment and situated on the Caribbean Sea, this luxury, adults-only resort offers exceptional amenities and services, including free Wi-Fi, in an unforgettable location.
The Catalonia Royal Tulum Beach & Spa Resort Adults Only - All Inclusive features a number of modern conveniences. Relax by one of the spacious swimming pools, play a game of volleyball, or get a massage at the hotel's spa.
Guests at the Catalonia Royal Tulum Beach & Spa Resort Adults Only - All Inclusive will also appreciate the resort on-site concierge service that can advice the arrangement for excursions and tours.. Browse for gifts at the hotel's boutique or enjoy a gourmet meal at one of the 7 restaurants located on-site.
Guest review score 8.6
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15 Iberostar Paraiso Beach Puerto Morelos, Mexico
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Set in Playa del Carmen, Iberostar Paraiso Beach features a private beach area. Featuring a tennis court, the 5-star resort has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The resort offers a Mexican restaurant as well as free WiFi.
Guest rooms in the resort are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Iberostar Paraiso Beach provides certain units with sea views, and the rooms are fitted with a coffee machine. All rooms have a desk.
Breakfast is available daily, and includes continental, buffet and American options.
Guests can make use of the hot tub. You can play table tennis and billiards at the accommodation.
Staff at the reception can help guests with any questions that they might have.
Cancún is 49 km from Iberostar Paraiso Beach, while Playa del Carmen is 23 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cancún International Airport, 38 km from the property.
Guest review score 8.5
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16 Puerto Aventuras Hotel & Beach Club Puerto Aventuras, Mexico
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Situated on the Caribbean coastline in Puerto Aventuras Hotel & Beach Club, this beach resort offers a harmonious community of villas and luxury apartments built using native materials in the heart of the Mayan Riviera.
Puerto Aventuras Hotel & Beach Club features 2 connecting swimming pools and a pool for children that are open year-round. Work out in the state-of-the-art fitness centre, which boasts views of the Caribbean Sea. Play a game of golf on the 9-hole golf course, then relax with a massage.
Attractions located within one block from the Puerto Aventuras Hotel & Beach Club include the Dolphin and Sea Lion Reserve and Mayan Ruins. Several shops, restaurants and bars are also within walking distance. The large, expansive beach with coral reefs is ideal of snorkelling and other water activities.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $180.
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17 Punta Piedra Beach Posada Tulum, Mexico
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Situated on a private beach within Tulum National Park, this tropical complex offers thatched cabins with breakfast, sea views, free WiFi and private bathrooms. Tulum’s Mayan Ruins are just 4 km away.
Punta Piedra Beach Posada offers cabins surrounded by palm trees and gardens. Each cabin has bright traditional décor and tiled floors. All include a safe, a fan and mosquito nets .
This is an eco-friendly property that uses ecological sources of energy. Located on the beach, the Mivida restaurant specializes in tapas. You can also find a range of restaurants and bars in Tulum town, a 10-minute drive away.
Punta Piedra Beach Posada’s 24-hour reception offers information about the region. Airport transfers are available on request, and car or bicycle rental can be arranged.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $112.
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18 Villa Pescadores Tulum-Beachfront hotel by Ahau Collection Tulum, Mexico
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Offering a restaurant and a private beach area, Villa Pescadores is located 5 minutes' walk from Tulum Archaeological Site and 5.5 km from Tulum main square. Free WiFi access is available throughout.
Each room here will provide you with a balcony, a fan and a seating area. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with free toiletries. Some of the rooms have ocean views.
At Villa Pescadores you will find a bar. Other facilities offered at the property include water sports facilities, a tour desk and luggage storage.
An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including fishing, diving and windsurfing. The property offers free parking.
The hotel is 6 km from Tulum Bus station and about 90 minutes’ drive from Cancún International Airport.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $345.
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19 Ahau Tulum - Beachfront Hotel Tulum, Mexico
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Ahau Tulum is an eco-friendly and pet-friendly property that offers free Wi-Fi connection, yoga lessons and massage services for a fee. It features solar and wind panels for heating and a rain catch system to recycle the water.
The suites have mosquito nets and fans, plus views of the Caribbean Sea are available. Bathrobes and iPod dockings are some of the amenities they offer, along with furnished terraces. The bathroom has a shower.
The restaurant at Ahau Tulum serves international cuisine.
Tulum’s beach is just a few metres from the property, which also has a shared lounge area, laundry and ironing services.
Tulum Archaeological Site can be reached in a 10-minute drive, and Tulum is 8.9 km away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $321.
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20 Akumal Bay Beach & Wellness Resort Akumal, Mexico
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Located on Akumal Bay, this 4-star beach resort is only a 20-minute drive to Tulum. This resort features 2 beach-side pools and 3 restaurants serving international cuisine.
Every room at the Akumal Bay Beach & Wellness Resort offers a full ocean view and a private balcony or terrace. The air conditioned rooms offer color TV and an in-room safety deposit box.
On-site activities at the Akumal Bay Beach & Wellness Resort include fitness classes, beach volleyball and snorkelling. A Kid’s Club provides supervised fun activities for children.
Guests can enjoy drinks and snacks at the Pool Bar.
Downtown Akumal is within walking distance of the resort and Cancun is within an hours’ drive.
Guest review score 8.4
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21 Cielo Maya Beach Tulum Tulum, Mexico
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Situated north of Tulum, 7 km from Tulum Archeological Site and 10 km from Tulum town., Cielo Maya Beach Tulum boasts an outdoor pool and views of the sea. The hotel has a terrace and views of the garden, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site.
Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a seating area for your convenience. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom equipped with a shower. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and slippers. Cielo Maya Beach Tulum features free WiFi throughout the property.
There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. This hotel has a private beach area, ideal for snorkeling and kayaking.
Car hire is also available. Bus station Tulum Ruins is 7 km from Cielo Maya Beach Tulum, while Tulum Bus station is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cancun International Airport.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $237.
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22 Hidden Beach Resort Au Naturel, Gourmet All Inclusive by Karisma Akumal, Mexico
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Hidden Beach Resort is located in the Kantenah Bay in the Riviera Maya. This adults-only, nudist resort features the Gourmet Inclusive Experience, a full-service spa, and lush exotic gardens. The resort has a unique beachfront swimming pool, a lazy river and a large hot tub also facing the beachfront.
The elegant and fully appointed suites all include satellite TV, stocked minibar with beer, water and soft drinks, a liquor cabinet with a bottle of whisky, rum, vodka and tequila, bathrobes and slippers, plus a full bathroom with a hot tub for 2.
The Gourmet Inclusive Experience brings the guests a variety of culinary options to choose from. La Vista Restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner services with an extensive à-la-carte menu. Each day the guests are offered with a new menu. There are also swim-up and lounge bars where guests can sip a cocktail or relax with a drink. Room service is available 24 hours a day.
Romantic dinners by the beach can be arranged for an additional fee. Daily morning and evening activities are organized by the friendly staff at Hidden Beach Resort. Activities such as diving and taking diving lessons in the resort's pool can be arranged. The fitness center includes a sauna and steam bath.
Playa del Carmen can be reached in a 25-minute drive.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $901.
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23 Hotel Colibri Beach Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
Featuring Mexican-style décor, a beach club and free Wi-Fi throughout, Hotel Colibri Beach is located right on the beach in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
The rooms and bungalows offer a fan, air conditioning, a telephone and a balcony with hammocks and views of the garden or the street. The bathrooms are private and come with a shower.
all guests have free access to Lido Beach Club which offers a palapa thatched roof and serves delicious food and drinks for all guests at Hotel Colibri Beach. The beach club has a minimum order policy in order to use the sunbeds.
This hotel is just 1 block from the famous 5th Avenue and its restaurants, bars and nightlife. Xcaret Eco Theme Park is a 20-minute drive away, and Cancún International Airport is 40 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $161.
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24 The Beach Tulum Hotel Tulum, Mexico
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The adults-only The Beach Tulum Hotel offers a beautiful setting on Tulum Beach within 7 km of its famous Mayan Ruins. It features beach-front rooms with terraces and lounge area, an outdoor pool, beach club and a restaurant. Onsite Spa and onsite shop.
Each luxurious, beach-front room has stylish, minimalist décor. Each air-conditioned accommodation includes free WiFi and a seating area.
Guests can enjoy full breakfast either in the Ziggy's restaurant or Fresco's. Ziggy's Beach Club serves drinks and snacks from 09:00 until sunset.
Tulum National Park is less than 4 km from the hotel, while the town centre is 10 minutes’ drive away. Cancún is within 140 km away and Playa del Carmen is within 60 km away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $496.
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25 Thompson Beach House - a concept by Hyatt Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
Situated in Playa del Carmen, Thompson Beach House - a concept by Hyatt features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property. The resort has a year-round outdoor pool, fitness centre, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant.
Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Some units feature a seating area for your convenience and views of the sea or pool. Every room has a private bathroom with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries.
Guests will have access to Yoga rooftop classes every morning, Tequila or Mezcal tasting, daily bottled water and Mexican candies at turndown and a faster WiFi connection.
ADO International Bus Station is 600 metres from Thompson Beach House - a concept by Hyatt, while Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 800 metres from the property. Cozumel International Airport is 20 km away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $224.
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26 Posada Lamar Tulum Beach Front and Pool Tulum, Mexico
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This Eco-friendly and charming hotel is set on the beach, just 6 km south of the Tulum Beach road. It features beautiful decorated bungalows offering stunning sea views.
Each room at Posada Lamar Tulum Beach Front and Pool is decorated using local handicrafts and colourful fabrics. All bungalows offer a terrace with hammocks and have palapa thatched roofs.
The Tulum Ruins are less than 15 minutes’ drive from Posada Lamar Tulum Beach Front and Pool. You can also visit Tulum Pueblo, only 10 minutes’ drive away. Here you will find a variety of shops, bars and restaurants.
Staff at the front desk can also provide tourist information about the area.
The beaches in Tulum are ideal for diving and snorkelling.
Guest review score 8.2,
rooms from around $180.
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27 Casa Ganesh Tulum-Beachfront hotel by Ahau Collection Tulum, Mexico
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Facing the seafront in Tulum, Casa Ganesh Tulum features a ceiling fan and Ac in all our rooms. The AC is available from 7 pm until 9 am. Conveniently situated in the Zona Hotelera district, the property is set 8 km from Tulum Archeological Site and 3. 2 km from Cesiak. The tour desk can help arrange some activities and free WiFi is at guests' disposal. Casa Ganesh, beach front, nestled in the heart of Tulum’s vibrant restaurant, beach club, bar & nightlife scene. Our 10 rooms & one 3-bedroom beach front Villa are perfect for Fun loving singles, Couples & friends’ get together.
With a private bathroom, some rooms at the hotel also offer a sea view.
Casa Ganesh Tulum offers a terrace.
Parque Nacional Tulum is 4 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 68 km from the property.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around $158.
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28 Del Sol Beachfront Akumal, Mexico
Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Del Sol Beachfront is located in Akumal. Each room here is air-conditioned and includes a fridge and a private bathroom The apartments include a kitchen and seating area. At Del Sol Beachfront you will find a garden, a bar . The property is just 2 km from Akumal town centre and Yal Ku Lagoon. Free parking is available on-site. Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $145.
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29 Playa Maya by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
Attractively located in Playa del Carmen, Playa Maya by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel features air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a hot tub. Some rooms at the property have a patio with pool view.
At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The rooms are fitted with a safety deposit box, while some rooms include a balcony and others also boast sea views. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
Guests at Playa Maya by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel can enjoy an American breakfast.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Playa del Carmen Beach, Playacar Beach and ADO International Bus Station. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 35 km from Playa Maya by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around $101.
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30 Playa Palms Beach Hotel Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
Offering an outdoor pool and a private beach area with stunning views of the sea, Playa Palms Beach Hotel is situated steps from famous 5th Avenue and its cafeterias, shops and nightclubs. Free WiFi is available throughput.
All units are air conditioned and include a seating and/or dining area, equipped with a flat screen TV. Some units also have a kitchen, fitted with a toaster. All rooms come with a balcony, hammocks and some have partial sea views or garden views.
There is a variety of drinks offered at an extra cost. Spa services and a tour desk are available.
Playa Palms Beach Hotel is about 60 minutes’ drive from Cancun International Airport.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around $132.
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31 Casa del Puerto by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel Puerto Morelos, Mexico
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Located in Puerto Morelos, Casa del Puerto by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel features accommodation with private terraces. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a year-round outdoor pool. Both free WiFi and private parking are accessible at this property.
At the hotel, the rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Every room is equipped with air conditioning, and all rooms have sea view and balcony. All guest rooms have a wardrobe.
A continental breakfast is available daily at the property.
Casa del Puerto by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel offers a hot tub.
Cancún is 31 km from the accommodation, while Playa del Carmen is 36 km away. Cancún International Airport is 17 km from the property.
Guest review score 7.9,
rooms from around $94.
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32 Mia Tulum Beachfront Resort - Ocean View Suites and Beach Club Tulum, Mexico
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Facing the beachfront, Selina Tulum offers 4-star accommodation in Tulum and features a shared lounge, restaurant and bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and a tour desk. The accommodation provides nightclub and luggage storage space.
Guests at the hotel can enjoy a à la carte or a continental breakfast.
South Tulum Beach is a few steps from Selina Tulum, while Tulum Archeological Site is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 85 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 7.8,
rooms from around 1704 MXN.
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33 Coco Tulum Beach Club Hotel Tulum, Mexico
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Located in Tulum, a few steps from South Tulum Beach, Coco Tulum Beach Club Hotel provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a private beach area. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, an ATM and organising tours for guests.
At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a terrace. Each room is equipped with a safety deposit box, while some rooms are equipped with a patio and others also offer sea views.
Guests at Coco Tulum Beach Club Hotel can enjoy a à la carte or an American breakfast.
Tulum Archeological Site is 8.8 km from the accommodation, while Parque Nacional Tulum is 2.4 km away. The nearest airport is Cozumel International, 83 km from Coco Tulum Beach Club Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 7.7,
rooms from around 4333 MXN.
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34 Pelicano Inn Playa del Carmen - Beachfront Hotel Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
This oceanfront hotel in Playa del Carmen is located directly on the beach, one block from the famous Fifth Avenue entertainment area. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi.
Every guest room at the Hotel Pelicano Inn Playa del Carmen features a private bathroom and air conditioning. Some rooms provide a view of the ocean.
Guests can enjoy a meal in the restaurant or a drink in the bar at the Playa del Carmen Pelicano.
Guest review score 7.7,
rooms from around $98.
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35 The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences - All Senses Inclusive Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Facing the beachfront, The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences - All Senses Inclusive offers 5-star accommodation in Playa del Carmen and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. Featuring room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi.
At the resort, every room comes with a wardrobe. Each room has air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences - All Senses Inclusive have a balcony. Guest rooms will provide guests with a minibar.
A à la carte, continental or Italian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.
The accommodation offers a children's playground.
Playa del Carmen Beach is a few steps from The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences - All Senses Inclusive, while Mayakoba Beach is 1.9 km away. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 42 km from the resort.
Guest review score 7.7,
rooms from around $304.
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36 Barceló Maya Beach - All Inclusive Xpu Ha, Mexico
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Ideally placed in the Mayan Riviera directly on a pristine private beach, this family-friendly all-inclusive resort offers numerous on-site leisure activities, delicious restaurants and amenities for guests of all ages.
Guests staying at the Barcelo Maya Beach can enjoy dining at 5 different restaurants, offering both buffet and a la carte-style menus. The resort also features 2 large swimming pools along with a children's playground, souvenir shops and boutique stores.
The Barcelo Maya Beach also offers a recently renovated main lobby, lobby bar, club premium lounge and guest service area. It's new restaurant "Mexico Lindo" serves delicious local dishes.
A large variety of recreational activities are also available at the Maya Beach Barcelo. With a basketball court, free diving lessons, water aerobics and pool tables, there is something for everyone.
Guest review score 7.6,
rooms from around $255.
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37 The Reef Coco Beach & Spa- Optional All Inclusive Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
This resort in Playa del Carmen is set on the beach, facing the Playa del Carmen Reef, and is only a short 5-minute walk from famous 5th Avenue entertainment area. On-site amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and a full-service spa.
All rooms feature one king size or 2 double beds, private bathroom with a hairdryer and vanity mirror, air conditioning, ceiling fan, TV, telephone, an alarm clock , as well as a safety deposit box and ironing facilities. All Reef Coco Beach rooms include a furnished balcony or terrace.
The Reef Cocobeach offers easy access to several recreational activities such as snorkelling, diving or kayaking at the beach directly in front of the hotel. The hotel also provides games for children at the Kids Club and free wifi in the lobby.
Guests can enjoy cocktails and sports-watching at the beachfront Sports Bar or the Bar & Mar Lounge. Four on-site restaurants are available at The Reef.
Guest review score 7.6,
rooms from around $167.
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38 Hacienda Morelos Beachfront Hotel Puerto Morelos, Mexico
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Situated right on the beach in Punto Morelos, this luxurious hotel comes with rooms sea views. Hotel Hacienda Morelos is just a 40-minute drive from Cancun.
Each room at this tropical hotel comes with air conditioning. The bathrooms are private and include a shower and toilet.
The hotel features a fully stocked on-site bar, and guests will find a range of restaurants in the area, many within only 200 metres.
Guests can arrange activities like snorkelling and diving with agencies located within 1 km of the property, and the ancient ruins of Tulum are only 95 km away. Playa del Carmen, where guests will find shopping and sightseeing, is a 30-minute drive from Hotel Hacienda Morales.
Guest review score 7.5,
rooms from around $108.
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39 Sunscape Akumal Beach Resort & Spa Akumal, Mexico
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Set in Akumal, 2.6 km from Akumal Beach, Sunscape Akumal Beach Resort & Spa offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a kids' club, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a terrace. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.
The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Sunscape Akumal Beach Resort & Spa every room has bed linen and towels.
The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or American options.
The accommodation offers a children's playground. You can play billiards, table tennis and tennis at this 4-star resort, and the area is popular for snorkelling.
Tulum Archeological Site is 24 km from Sunscape Akumal Beach Resort & Spa, while Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 40 km away. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 55 km from the resort.
Guest review score 7.3,
rooms from around $256.
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40 Azul Beach Resort Riviera Cancun, Gourmet All Inclusive by Karisma Puerto Morelos, Mexico
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Located in Puerto Morelos on Bahia Petempich Beach, this 5-star resort features a renowned Gourmet Inclusive service, contemporary Caribbean-style suites, all of them including a hot tub, plus a full-service spa. It also boasts 3 outdoor pools.
Every suite at the Azul Beach Resort Riviera Cancun offers a canopy bed, air conditioning, a 32-inch plasma flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock, and a balcony overlooking the ocean or gardens. The minibar is stocked daily, plus a coffee maker is included. The elegant bathrooms provide deluxe bathrobes, rain showers, marbled double sinks and a hairdryer.
The Gourmet Inclusive service includes 6 different restaurants and bars. The casual-elegant restaurants offer author cuisine, which features unique courses designed by a renowned chef; world cuisine, Italian, Caribbean, Mexican and a gourmet burger place. The bars include a place specialized in mojitos, cantina-style venues and a lounge serving international drinks.
Azul Beach Resort Riviera Cancun also offers 2 children's playgrounds, one for infants and toddlers and the other for older children; meeting and banquet facilities that can host up to 200 guests are also part of this resort's facilities.
All Inclusive Azul Beach Resort Riviera Cancun features a lazy river and water park. The 13,000-square-foot Vassa Spa and health club provides a fully-equipped gym and 18-foot rock climbing tower.
A variety of classes are available at the resort including cooking, dancing and yoga.
Guest review score 7.1,
rooms from around $292.
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41 Playa Canek Beachfront Eco Hotel Tulum, Mexico
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Offering a private beach area, Playa Canek Boutique Eco Hotel is a rustic-style property set in the beaches of Tulum, 10 minutes’ drive from the town centre.
The bright rooms here will provide you with air conditioning, a balcony and a seating area. Featuring a shower, the private bathrooms also come with free toiletries and towels. Some rooms have sea and garden views. Bed linens and a fan are also included. Some units have hammocks.
Guests will enjoy fresh seafood on site. The property’s staff will prepare the seafood in an open fire and serve it to the guests. Tulum town also offers restaurants, most of them offering typical dishes of the region and international-style cuisine.
At Playa Canek Boutique Eco Hotel you will find an airport shuttle, a garden, plus water sport facilities on site. There is also a shared lounge and a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and snorkelling.
The hotel is 7.6 km from Tulum Archaeological Site, the ADO Bus Station is 12 minutes’ drive away and Playa del Carmen can be reached in 1 hour by car.
Guest review score 7.1,
rooms from around $133.
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42 HOTEL & BEACH CLUB OJO DE AGUA Puerto Morelos, Mexico
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Facing the beachfront, HOTEL & BEACH CLUB OJO DE AGUA offers 3-star accommodation in Puerto Morelos and has a garden, terrace and restaurant. This 3-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.
A à la carte, continental or American breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.
Playa Puerto Morelos is a few steps from the hotel, while Cancun Underwater Museum is 30 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cancún International Airport, 26 km from HOTEL & BEACH CLUB OJO DE AGUA.
Guest review score 7.0,
rooms from around 3467 MXN.
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43 Le Reve by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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This beachfront Le Reve Hotel by MIJ is located in the Mayan Riviera, 10 km from Playa del Carmen and features a spacious outdoor pool.
You can cool off in the pool or lie back on a sun lounger on the poolside terrace. Guests can spend the day at the beach, then relax with a massage. Children from 4 to 12 years can enjoy the play area.
You can enjoy diverse à la carte cuisine in the poolside Merlot Restaurant & Bar, or fresh ceviche and light dishes in the beachfront snack bar. Room service is available at an extra cost.
Cancun International Airport is 51 km from Le Reve Hotel and Spa.
Guest review score 6.8,
rooms from around $79.
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44 Orchid House Tulum Beach Tulum, Mexico
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Orchid Beach House Adults Only is located 50 metres from Tulum’s Beach and 8 km from Tulum’s Mayan Ruins.
These rooms offer air conditioning, a living area and a terrace with sea views. All come with a fridge and a private bathroom with free toiletries and hairdryer.
The reception can help guests plan excursions throughout the area, while spa services like massages and skin treatments can also be arranged. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of drinks at the property's bar, which is located right on the beach.
Orchid Beach House Adults Only is 45 minutes’ drive from Xel-Ha Eco Theme Park, an hour's drive from Playa del Carmen and a 90-minute drive Cancun International Airport. Transport services can be arranged at an extra cost.
Guest review score 6.8,
rooms from around $197.
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45 Secrets Impression Moxché - Adults Only - All Inclusive Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Set in Playa del Carmen, 1.9 km from Playa del Carmen Beach, Secrets Impression Moxché - Adults Only - All Inclusive offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 5-star resort offers an ATM and a business centre. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.
Certain rooms will provide you with a kitchenette with a minibar.
Breakfast is available every morning, and includes buffet, American and vegetarian options. At the resort you will find a restaurant serving French, Italian and Japanese cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested.
You can play billiards and tennis at this 5-star resort, and the area is popular for golfing.
ADO International Bus Station is 11 km from Secrets Impression Moxché - Adults Only - All Inclusive, while Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 43 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 10.0,
rooms from around $1413.
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46 Sueños Tulum Tulum, Mexico
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Located right on the beach, Sueños Tulum offers guests an outdoor swimming pool, spa treatments, yoga classes and free Wi-Fi. This hotel is only a 10-minute drive from the Mayan ruins.
The tropical-style suites at this beachfront hotel feature a balcony with sea views, a fan and private bathrooms with a shower, toilet and free toiletries.
Sueños Tulum features an on-site bar and restaurant serving local cuisine for guest only, and there are other dining options a walking distance and bike or car ride.
The Coba archeological site is a 1-hour drive from this property, and the Siaa Kaan biological reserve is 1 km away.
Cancun’s International Airport is a 1.5-hour drive from this property.
Guest review score 9.8,
rooms from around $487.
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47 La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret- All Inclusive Adults Only Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Set in Playa del Carmen, 7.8 km from Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal, La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret- All Inclusive Adults Only offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel has a garden and a shared lounge. The accommodation provides room service, an ATM and currency exchange for guests.
The units feature a safety deposit box.
Breakfast is available every morning, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Mexican, Peruvian and Steakhouse cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested.
La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret- All Inclusive Adults Only offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna and terrace. Activities such as snorkelling, canoeing, cycling can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront.
The property has an on-site hot tub, hairdresser's and business centre.
ADO International Bus Station is 7.9 km from the accommodation, while Church of Guadalupe is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 27 km from La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret- All Inclusive Adults Only.
Guest review score 9.6,
rooms from around $1980.
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48 Hotel Esencia Xpu Ha, Mexico
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Offering direct access to Xpu-Ha Beach, Hotel Esencia offers beautiful rooms and suites with terraces set amongst attractive gardens. It features a spa, 2 large outdoor swimming pools and an à la carte restaurant.
All air-conditioned accommodation has bright, attractive décor. Each suite and room has a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station.
The Garden Restaurant serves a selection of regional and international cuisine. The hotel also offers Mexican cookery classes.
The Esencia’s spa features a plunge pool, sauna and hot tub. Treatments include massage and facials.
The Riviera Maya coastline is ideal for diving and snorkelling. Guests can visit the Mayan ruins at Tulum, as well as the resort of Playa del Carmen, which can be reached within 15 minutes by car.
Guest review score 9.5
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49 Lula Tulum, a Small Luxury Hotel Tulum, Mexico
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Offering a spa and wellness centre, a beach-side yoga studio and a restaurant, Sanara Tulum is located in Tulum. Free WiFi access is available in each room.
Featuring a shower, the private bathroom with an indoor shower and a bath outside, with free toiletries. Extras include a safety deposit box, bed linen and a fan. There is air conditioning is in every room and some rooms feature a small pool and kitchenettes.
Sanara Tulum Hotel features a garden and a bar. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including diving, windsurfing and snorkelling. The property offers free parking.
The hotel is 9.5 km from Tulum Archeological Site and 4 km from Tulum National Park. Cozumel International Airport is 120 km away from Sanara Tulum.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around $244.
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50 Chablé Maroma Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Situated in Playa del Carmen, 17 km from ADO International Bus Station, Chablé Maroma provides rooms with air conditioning. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a private beach area, as well as a hot tub. Both free WiFi and private parking are available on site.
All guest rooms at Chablé Maroma are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. Chablé Maroma features certain units that include a terrace, and each room has a coffee machine. All rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.
A la carte breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Daily activities such as yoga classes and unlimited access to the Spa and Gym.
Speaking English and Spanish, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical advice on the area at the reception.
Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 17 km from Chablé Maroma, while Church of Guadalupe is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cancun International Airport, 40 km from Chablé Maroma.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $1399.
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