Tourists looking for the ideal destination along the Caribbean Sea are sure to be drawn to Playa del Carmen and its stunning beaches, bustling stores, and restaurants. From archaeological ruins to wildlife excursions, this coastal paradise offers an array of activities to best enjoy its scenic spots.
Apart from its daytime activities, the city has a thriving nightlife that provides entertainment for tourists throughout their stay. Enjoy a romantic evening date at Luma Taverna Del Mar or take in the breathtaking view of the sea and stars from the rooftop restaurant, Deck 5 Pool and Skybar. Looking for accommodation that’s more intimate than a 5-star resort while still offering top-notch service and lodging? See our list below for luxury villas in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, to choose from.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to luxury services and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Luxurious home with beachfront access and a private pool (from USD 1540)
This luxurious villa offers easy beachfront access and an unhindered view of the Caribbean. The accommodation is located in a gated community 15 minutes away from the beach. The highlight of this villa is its private chef who specializes in Mexican cuisine. The property also has a daily maid and concierge who can help arrange day trips and massage services to ensure guests have a relaxing, hassle-free stay.
To celebrate your first night, the property offers complimentary drinks and dinner that can be enjoyed right by the freshwater pool. This property is ideal for families or groups as it has four master bedrooms, each with a large bathroom.
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air conditioning worked great house is beautifulthe chef will shop for you each day and prepare delicious breakfast and lunchHost:
the house manager was very friendly and fast at responding to all our requestsstaff and food were awesome super comfortablemasha the concierge was very responsive via whatsup appour host was terrific at communication and walking thru us thru the process of entering and leaving mexicoRead more reviewsLocation:
the property speaks for itself beautiful views great location and very clean would definitely recommend and visit again
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2. Villa El Dorado (from USD 1200)
Villa El Dorado is a chic beachside lodging with 4 bedrooms able to accommodate up to 10 guests. This modern home has both an indoor and outdoor seating area, a freshwater pool, and a fully equipped kitchen.
The bedrooms are spacious and elegantly decorated with wood and stone furnishings. Each room has its own bathroom and wardrobe to make you feel at home. The villa also offers amenities such as massages, a private chef experience, and daily housekeeping. Due to its proximity to well-known attractions such as Quinta Avenida and Playacar Golf Club, visitors can play tennis or golf in addition to having easy access to the beach.
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the home is incredible; huge bedrooms lots of natural light great pool and the enormous patioCleanliness:
overall clean and updated better than picturesthe housekeeping was fantastic & cleaned after us everyday i will 10/10 recommend this placethe pool was very clean and large enough for a nice plungeit is in a gated secure community & the house was beautiful & clean when we arrived theregreat property very clean and beautiful viewHost:
martina and her staff were very helpful and friendlymartina was one of the best hosts ive ever worked withmartina was communicative and super helpful throughout and the check-in process was super easymartina was an incredible host very attentive and responsivethis house was perfect and martina was the best host i have ever hadRead more reviewsLocation:
great location within easy walking distance to 5th avethis is an amazing property and great locationthe space is beautiful right on the beach and walking distance to downtown areathe house is exactly as it looked in the picutres and the location is greatthe property was amazing location was great the beach was fantastic
3. Air-conditioned custom-built home (from USD 550)
Alcazar De Playa, or The Fortress, is the perfect oasis with its convenient location just minutes away from the beach and other prominent locations. Guests can find their concerns and questions addressed by the property manager, able to speak in both English and Spanish. The five bedrooms here have their own balconies and restrooms, housing up to eleven people.
Additionally, a charcoal barbecue and multiple seating areas make this beautiful home ideal for events such as family reunions.
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each room has its own a/c unit and they worked very wellfrom the bedrooms to the living areas the furnishings are very nice and extremely comfortablewe did many excursions and also enjoyed the local beach town and poolHost:
carmen was very helpful and gave excellent recommendations and supportefren provided reliable transportation with terrific staffRead more reviewsLocation:
the location of the house is perfecthouse is nicely equip and everything that you need to stock is close byit was great in the end i would absolutely recommend staying at this locationthe house has a perfect location and the host anticipate your every need
4. Villa Mariposa (from USD 812)
Villa Mariposa is a vibrant, contemporary home complete with a ping pong table and a home theater for indoor entertainment. This property in Playacar Phase II also has a sizable terrace and pool to best enjoy the surrounding tropical greenery.
It can comfortably accommodate up to 20 guests thanks to its 6 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms decorated with colorful accents. A concierge is available to arrange a shuttle service or private chef throughout your stay. Given its proximity to destinations such as Playacar Golf Club, guests can utilize the 16 bicycles provided with the villa to explore the city.
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we had plenty of room for our group and it’s a perfect place for a bachelorette partythe pool and hot tub have a beautiful tile look and the hammocks hang right over the poolCleanliness:
the house was clean nice and a perfect locationthe house was clean and spacious enough for our party of 13 peopleHost:
however the staff was extremely friendly and our housekeeper was a sweetheartthe property management was very responsive and helpful prior to our stay as wellthe host was very attentive and helpful during our entire stayhe was so helpful and willing to answer all of my questionsoverall this was a fabulous holiday friendly place and wonderful peopleRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful property amazing location close to everythingoverall the house and location were greatclose to 5th ave and it’s a beautiful houseeverything was a short ride away and we felt very safe in the locationif you are looking for a great place to spend a week this villa is perfect
5. Casa Passalacqua (from USD 495)
Situated in Playacar Phase 1, Casa Passalacqua is a beautiful, Mediterranean-inspired home that’s minutes away from the beach and Quinta Avenida, a street with plenty of tourist activities.
This property has five large bedrooms, each with its respective bathroom, making it ideal for groups or families of six to twelve people. The kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line appliances while the rooftop solarium boasts a built-in grill and a panoramic view of the nature-filled scenery. The property also has an infinity pool and a hot tub. The property manager and maid are available for any of the guests’ requests.
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the pool and rooftop view are greatevery morning we had breakfast outside on the patio & enjoyed the wildlifeit’s very comfortable spacious & beautiful as in the photosthe internet is very good and we used the tv to watch one of the many supplied moviesthe bathrooms were nice tooCleanliness:
the house was in a great location and was very clean and well maintainedHost:
eleonora was an extremely gracious hostthe property manager was helpful and came over one night when the electricity went outgood communication all the way along flexible and helpful owner and accessible manager who checked in on usfinally the owner elenora was really helpful pre-visitcarlos was very responsive and we loved soaking in the rooftop poolRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is good - about a 3 minute walk to the beachher place was spectacular and located in a very safe and central locationthis house is truly everything short walk to the beach (one block) shopping right outside the gated neighborhoodgreat experience at this location right at the beginning of 5thoverall a great location to the beach and town
6. Luxurious, modern villa with three floors (from USD 800)
Nature’s beauty is just around the corner at this villa. This home features a tall window displaying the surrounding lush vegetation. Its five bedrooms and four restrooms are able to accommodate a maximum of twelve guests. Each room has a mix of rustic and tropical interiors, featuring wooden furnishings and stone surfaces.
There are a lot of areas throughout the house where guests can convene, such as the terrace lounges. The villa also offers housekeeping every other day and a property manager to address your needs. Additionally, guests can have fishing trips arranged as well as activities since the villa is only minutes away from Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida.
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the 3rd level has the master bedroom with king bed and an amazing en-suite bathroomthe pool was a bit small but our kids enjoyed itCleanliness:
place is wonderful and very cleanthe rooms were cleaned every other day which we appreciated after our sandy days at the beachHost:
directions & support from property mgr & owner no glitches highly recommendtony was the perfect host and owner and sergio was the best house managerthe way the owner and the manager handle our stay was amazingsergio the property manager was thorough and extremely helpfultony the owner was very easy to communicate with and answered all of our questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectgreat place to stay close to beach and townperfect location in a gated community but right off 5ththe house is in a great location just inside the playacar fase 1 gateswe loved having the bikes for trips around the area and to shop at walmart as well
7. Casa Frajari (from USD 2500)
Casa Frajari is a luxury villa right in front of a gorgeous and unimpeded view of the ocean. From its lounge chairs to dining spots, this modern house offers numerous seating areas for the 20 guests it can accommodate.
The accommodation provides seven bedrooms with a king-size and queen-size bed and respective bathrooms, one having a hot tub as an addition. Guests can easily book a private chef or fishing trip with just a message to the concierge. Daily housekeeping is also provided.
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the furniture was super chic and comfortablepool jacuzzi plenty of seating and all with the amazing view of the oceanand it is so well designed and appointed that all 7 couples were very comfortablethe rooms were huge and week appointed and the kitchen had everything we could hope forCleanliness:
the help is amazing too and keep the house clean which isn't easy to do kids and sandHost:
martina was the best property manager / host i’ve ever encounteredthe staff was very nice and accommodatingthe staff are helpful and assistingthe host and staff were so friendly and accommodatingthe availability of professional staff made it an amazing experienceRead more reviewsLocation:
location to 5th avenue and other attractions cannot be beatamazing house and staff location is perfect definitely worth bookingbeautiful property inside and out in an amazing beach front locationthis is truly a special house in a special placeall of us loved everything about this place without exception
8. Villa Pearl (from USD 917)
Villa Pearl is a modern coastal house with its own private pool and home cinema. In the dining, a grand wooden table sits rights beside high-ceiling windows. The home is also equipped with karaoke, billiards, and other activities for big gatherings.
Each bedroom is tastefully decorated, all of them having their own walk-in closet. The villa provides daily housekeeping, an airport shuttle service, a concierge, and a gardener to make your stay as smooth as possible. Given its location in Playacar Phase II, Villa Pearl is minutes away from popular destinations such as 5th Avenue.
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The kitchen was fully stocked with everything that you could possibly need Our Concierge buy anything of our groceriesDefinitely recommend getting a chef although kitchen is adequate for cooking andand this place is paradise for this either with the table by the pool or the fantastic dining table in the dining roomvery modern design and excellent concierge service with EdsonThe interior and amenities were as describedCleanliness:
The beds and bathrooms were are very clean and comfortableThe house is as beautiful and clean as in the photosThis house is spacious and is great for big groupsHost:
and he was super responsive and professional and answered the best he could any of our requests I have rented a lot of houses around the worldEdson was very helpful with the all the planning prior to our arrivalthe home's manager was very helpful and quick to respond to questionsWe did not encounter any issuesmodern and spacious Pool area was great to hang out Beach club works nicely and is a nice perk to hang outRead more reviewsLocation:
Many attractions are near bymany restaurants downtown are only a 15-20 minute walkThe pool is perfect - great walk-in entry and a beautiful "infinity" edge and of courseI really liked the feeling of the house being sipping a glass of wine out the patio by the pool or on the balkonyThe house is close to 5th Avenue and the beach
9. Villa Del Mar (from USD 930)
With its wooden beams and granite accents, Villa del Mar is a Spanish colonial-style haven for guests seeking privacy on a well-known stretch of beach. Guests can enjoy the view of the ocean by the pool or the many seating areas throughout the house. The villa has five spacious bedrooms with each having its own style.
For more intimate conversations, guests can enjoy the hot tub or basement with its own pool table. The kitchen is fully equipped for families wanting to cook their own meals, however, a private chef can also be arranged. Requests and inquiries can be addressed by the concierge.
Top guest reviews
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each room is spacious and comfortable with access to either the front patio or the upstairs patiohuge and spacious with plenty of roomHost:
the private concierge was great the host was very generous and kindthe concierge the host provided daniel was very responsive and attentiveshout out to tonje (experience curator) and daniel(onsite property host) for making this experience once of a kindtonje the online concierge was extremely helpful and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
location was great and a very safe neighborhoodthe location is very safe and right by the beacha wonderful trip the property is private yet convenient to the beach and a 20 minute walk to townlocation is easy across the street from the beach
10. Modern home with an ocean-view deck and private pool (from USD 1171)
This minimalistic modern home with its wooden ceiling and furnishings is at the heart of Playa del Carmen. For those wanting to enjoy the area’s nightlife, this villa is a short walk away from clubs and bars. For those who prefer a quiet stay, the beach is a short walk away.
The highlight of the property is its spacious deck featuring a grill, pool, and sunbathing chairs. There are 4 spacious bedrooms with king, queen, and single beds, allowing the property to accommodate up to 16 guests. The property also provides various conveniences such as linens and hangers. The kitchen is equipped with the appliances you or your private chef will need to cook up meals.
Top guest reviews
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beautiful rooftop bar and poollastly the beds were a dream and super comfythe ground floor has a huge living room and kitchenthe beds were very so comfortable for our big group and security round the clock for our stayeach room was design beautiful with many added touchesCleanliness:
it was clean and the location was perfectana's place was great - clean and spacious with a really responsive host and conciergeHost:
the staff was amazing with great coordination and quick responsebedrooms are very spacious and the staff is very kindthis host goes out of her way to make sure you have an awesome staythe staff was amazing and having 24 hour security is such a plusthe host is super quick to booking transportation or answering questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location and beautiful villafantastic house in a great locationperfect place to stay right close to the beach and downtown/clubswhat a gorgeous massive place right in the core of downtown playaamazing place very centrally located you are steps away from the beach 5 stars restaurants and bars
Relax in the lap of luxury
Playa del Carmen is the ideal place to relax and unwind. Its warm climate, sandy beaches, and lively nightlife make it a great destination for tourists everywhere. The best way to spend your vacation is in an accommodation that ensures you’re taken care of. For that, book one of the luxury villas above.
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