Top 10 Beachfront Hotels In Playa Del Carmen, Mexico - Updated 2024

Celeste
Celeste  
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Playa del Carmen is a city in Mexico known for its resorts, sandy beaches, and vibrant coral reefs. The popular tourist attraction is also part of the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. If you’re visiting Playa del Carmen, you will want to visit some of its highly frequented areas. This includes Xcaret Park, 3D Museum of Wonders, and Museo Frida Kahlo Playa Del Carmen. Those who love golf must visit Grand Coral Golf Riviera Maya. But before you kickstart your tour adventures, let us help you find a beautiful hotel to call home for a few days. Keep reading to find out more about the top beachfront hotels in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.

1. Fairmont Mayakoba (from USD 159)

Fairmont Mayakoba is a highly rated five-star hotel in the Riviera Maya. You can find it located within El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course. The nearest beach, Mayakoba Beach, is about 850 meters (2788 feet) away from the property. You can also gain private access to Playa del Carmen Beach via Mayakoba Resort. There are three restaurants on site serving Mexican, Latin American, and Asian delights.

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Fairmont Mayakoba

Address: Carretera Federal Cancun - Playa del Carmen Km 298
15.12 km (9.4 mi) from Xcaret Park

2. Hotel Pelicano Inn (from USD 48)

Hotel Pelicano Inn is a three-star hotel that faces the ocean. It is sited directly on the beach so you can have access to the sandy shores of Playa del Carmen Beach within just a few minutes! Selected rooms have sea views so pay extra attention to that if you’re keen to get an ocean view room during your stay. You may also opt to book an oceanfront room to be as close to the beach as possible. 3D Museum of Wonders is within a five-minute walk away.

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Pelicano Inn Playa del Carmen - Beachfront Hotel

Address: Calle 8 entre Avenida 5 y Zona Maritima
7.0 km (4.4 mi) from Xcaret Park

3. Playa Maya by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel (from USD 162)

Playa Maya by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel is a great accommodation to book if you’re looking to be just steps away from Playa del Carmen Beach. There are family suites with sea views and rooms with both a balcony and an ocean view. Playacar Beach is slightly further away from the hotel compared to Playa del Carmen Beach but is still within short walking distance from the hotel. If you’re driving, you may park your car at parking lots that are near the hotel.

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Playa Maya by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel

Wifi Available

Address: Zona FMT entre calle 6 y 8 Norte Playa del Carmen
6.97 km (4.4 mi) from Xcaret Park

Restaurant Room service Bar Terrace Non-smoking rooms Laundry Family rooms Internet services

4. Hotel Boutique Kinta Kan (from USD 72)

Hotel Boutique Kinta Kan is a four-star boutique hotel with a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a bar, and a garden. Strictly for adults only, you can enjoy a romantic getaway with your significant other at this accommodation. The nearest beaches that are within 250 meters (820 feet) of the hotel are Playa del Carmen Beach and Playacar Beach. The property offers deluxe double rooms and king rooms with sea views. It’s a hot favourite among couples so you should now know where to go for that upcoming anniversary celebration!

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Kinta Kan Beach Hotel Boutique Playa del Carmen

Wifi Available

Address: Calle 2 Norte Entre 5ta avenida y Zona Federal Marítima
6.66 km (4.2 mi) from Xcaret Park

Restaurant Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle Breakfast in the room

5. The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences (from USD 100)

This five-star hotel features a private beach area at Playa del Carmen Beach. Mayakoba Beach is a short drive away from the property. All rooms are air-conditioned. You can take your pick from deluxe rooms to suites and even large penthouses. Free private parking is available on site for those who are driving. You can also request for a car hire should you want to get around Playa del Carmen comfortably without having to drive personally.

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6. Playa Palms Beach Hotel (from USD 63)

Playa Palms Beach Hotel is situated at a superb location alongside other beach resorts and beach clubs. The beachfront hotel offers private beach access to Playa del Carmen Beach and is walking distance to Playacar Beach. The famous Fifth Avenue is less than a 15-minute stroll away. Oceanfront studio rooms and family suites are available for booking. Other facilities include an outdoor pool, spa services, and a tour desk.

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Playa Palms Beach Hotel

Address: Avenida 1era Bis entre Calle 12 y 14 Nte
7.3 km (4.6 mi) from Xcaret Park

7. Hotel Colibri Beach (from USD 61)

Hotel Colibri Beach, with its Mexican-style decorations, is the hotel to go to if you want to be immersed in the culture. You will find yourself right on Playa del Carmen Beach and 750 meters (2460 feet) to Playacar Beach. Their room types include twin rooms, bungalows, and deluxe suites with a spa bath. As a guest, you will have free access to Lido Beach Club. Xcaret Park is a 20-minute drive away and Cancún International Airport is a 40-minute drive away.

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Hotel Colibri Beach

Address: Avenida 1° Norte bis entre 10 y 12
7.15 km (4.5 mi) from Xcaret Park

8. Petit Lafitte Hotel (from USD 115)

Petit Lafitte Hotel is a short 15-minute drive from Playa del Carmen Airport. It has a semi-private beach area at Playa del Carmen Beach, which is just steps from the property. The hotel offers rooms with garden and ocean views. There are also beachfront bungalows for travellers who want to access the beach area within seconds after stepping out of their accommodation. There is one restaurant on site serving Mexican food. For more options, you can take a short drive to bustling Centro and its vicinity for a range of different cuisines. The hotel offers car hire services for guests who prefer to be driven around.

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Petit Lafitte Hotel

Address: Xcalacoco Manzana 21 Fraccion 3, Región 4L 86
13.06 km (8.2 mi) from Xcaret Park

9. Ocean Front Boutique (from USD 86)

Ocean Front Boutique, a four-star hotel, has two beaches within steps away. These are Playa del Carmen Beach and Playacar Beach. Other facilities include a restaurant, a garden, and a spa & wellness centre. The accommodation is a six-minute walk to Martina Beach Club that has good music and a wide selection of food options. Kool Beach Club is also another club near the property. But you can also choose to dine-in at the on site restaurant during breakfast time.

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OCEAN FRONT BOUTIQUE

Wifi Available

Address: Avenida CTM AVENIDA CTM ENTRE CALLE 5 Y CALLE 10 MANZANA 258 LOTE 009
8.56 km (5.4 mi) from Xcaret Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Terrace Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle

10. Ikonik The Carmen Hotel (from USD 92)

Want to stay away from energetic kids and young families? Ikonik The Carmen Hotel only accepts adults as guests so you can enjoy a quiet time with your loved one. The hotel features a rooftop with an infinity pool and a private beach area on Playa del Carmen Beach. Playacar Beach is also situated relatively close to the property. There are suites with partial and full ocean views. You can also opt to stay in a sunrise suite for the best views in the morning. The highly frequented Fifth Avenue is just 50 meters (164 feet) away!

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The beaches await you at Playa del Carmen

A beach trip is made easy if you choose to stay at one of the beachfront hotels in Playa del Carmen. If your budget allows and you want to have the best experience, we suggest that you book a stay at Fairmont Mayakoba or The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences, of which both are five-star hotels. For a true Mexican experience, you will be interested in the rooms at Hotel Colibri Beach. There aren’t any wrong choices on our list above; you’re sure to have a wonderful stay in any of these hotels while in Playa del Carmen.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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