Playacar
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.
Quinta Avenida
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Quinta Avenida, a favourite shopping spot in Playa del Carmen. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Ferry to Cozumel
Explore the waterfront in Xcaret with a trip to Ferry to Cozumel. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Mamitas Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mamitas Beach during your travels in Playa del Carmen? While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.
Things to do
Park Xcaret Admission with Show and Optional Transportation
Chichen Itza, Mayan Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Optional Buffet Lunch
Xoximilco Mexican Fiesta: Tasting Traditional Menú & Tequila Open Bar
Chichen Itza con Cenote Noolha, Zip-Line, Cocina Maya y Valladolid
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive
ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventuring Eco Park
Top hotels in Playacar
Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive
"Muy buen hotel, se los recomiendo mucho a todas las familias."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Hotel Riu Tequila - All Inclusive
"This is our second stay with the Riu brand resorts in Mexico. Riu Tequila is on the smaller side, which is nice for getting around the resort. The food was not the best (minus breakfast - it was good), but I’m not a huge fan of resort food in general, it all kind of tastes the same. Beach access ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive
"Wonderful stay, amazing entertainment! We had a great time at this RIU Yucatan property. The amenities were good, and the bars were excellent with a huge selection of drinks for my husband and me to enjoy. The food was okay—not exactly what I expected, but it had a lot of variety. We absolutely loved ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa
"I really enjoyed the food and catering offered by this resort!"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Sandos Playacar All Inclusive
"The property is beautiful and the bunks were a hit with my kids but there is no room service, the food is so far from the family hotel rooms and requires a tram ride to get there. The tram stops are so crowded that you need to wait two times before you can get on. They don’t let you take food out ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Royal Hideaway Playacar All Inclusive - Adults only
"Breakfast and lunch are okay to good. Dinners are really amazing 10/10. Overall, I would say the food is above average. The only restaurant where the food fell short was the grill. All the other dining options were excellent. Desserts taste great and there is a lot of variety. The staff is friendly, ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Playacar
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.
Downtown Playa del Carmen
If you're spending some time in Downtown Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.
Gonzalo Guerrero
If you're spending some time in Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.
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 Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida.
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.
