The Luxury Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in November 2022. Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Playa del Carmen. I hope you will like it!
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1 Soul Beach Boutique Hotel & Spa Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and an outdoor pool, Soul Beach Hotel offers accommodation in Playa del Carmen. The hotel has a year-round outdoor pool and spa centre, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.
Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV. Certain units feature a seating area where you can relax. You will find a coffee machine in the room. All rooms include a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer.
You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.
ADO International Bus Station is 1.3 km from Soul Beach Hotel , while Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 1.5 km away. Cozumel International Airport is 20 km from the property.
Guest review score 7.7,
rooms from around 1820 MXN.
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2 Casa Ticul Hotel Boutique - 5Th Ave by BFH Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
Exclusively located on the famous 5th Avenue of Playa del Carmen, Casa Ticul Hotel Boutique - 5Th Ave by BFH is just steps from the beautiful white sands of the Caribbean Sea.
Casa Ticul Hotel Boutique - 5Th Ave by BFH is a modern and stylish hotel that offers several services and amenities. Go for a swim in the outdoor pool or relax on the wooden sun deck. Spend the day at the beach, and take advantage of the towels and chairs from the hotel's beach club.
The elegant guestrooms at the Casa Ticul Hotel Boutique - 5Th Ave by BFH feature flat-screen TVs and free wireless internet access. After a day spent at the beach.
Guest review score 7.3,
rooms from around 1149 MXN.
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3 Paradisus by Meliá La Perla - Adults Only - Riviera Maya - All Inclusive Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Located in Playa del Carmen, a 19-minute walk from Playa del Carmen Beach, Paradisus by Meliá La Perla - Adults Only - Riviera Maya - All Inclusive has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can use the spa and wellness center with a sauna, and hot tub, as well as a bar.
At the hotel the rooms include air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Rooms include a coffee machine, while selected rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature pool views. All rooms have a closet.
Guests at Paradisus by Meliá La Perla - Adults Only - Riviera Maya - All Inclusive can enjoy a buffet breakfast.
ADO International Bus Station is 3.1 miles from the accommodation, while Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 3.4 miles away. Cozumel International Airport is 24 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $404.
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4 Paradisus by Meliá Playa del Carmen - Riviera Maya - All Inclusive Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Located in Playa del Carmen, a 17-minute walk from Playa del Carmen Beach, Paradisus by Meliá Playa del Carmen - Riviera Maya - All Inclusive has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a bar. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a concierge service and free WiFi.
Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast.
Spa and wellness facilities are at guests' disposal during their stay at Paradisus by Meliá Playa del Carmen - Riviera Maya - All Inclusive, including a spa center and on-request massage treatments.
ADO International Bus Station is 2.9 miles from the accommodation, while Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 3.2 miles from the property. Cozumel International Airport is 24 miles away.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around $425.
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5 Mare Playa del Carmen Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
Well situated in the centre of Playa del Carmen, Mare Playa del Carmen offers free WiFi throughout the property, an outdoor swimming pool and free private parking for guests who drive. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.
The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a microwave, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Every room includes a private bathroom, while certain rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with a city view. At the hotel all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.
Mare Playa del Carmen offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub and terrace.
Playa del Carmen Beach is less than 1 km from the accommodation, while Playacar Beach is 2.6 km away. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 36 km from Mare Playa del Carmen.
Guest review score 7.8
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6 Selva & Mar Apart Hotel - 5Th Ave by BFH Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
Attractively set in the centre of Playa del Carmen, Selva & Mar Apart Hotel - 5Th Ave by BFH features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers a tour desk and luggage storage space. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with a city view.
At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
Guests at Selva & Mar Apart Hotel - 5Th Ave by BFH can enjoy a continental breakfast.
Languages spoken at the reception include English and Spanish.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Playa del Carmen Beach, ADO International Bus Station and Church of Guadalupe. The nearest airport is Cozumel International, 36 km from Selva & Mar Apart Hotel - 5Th Ave by BFH, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 7.3,
rooms from around 927 MXN.
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7 OYO Hotel Playa Del Carmen Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
Featuring 5-star accommodation, OYO Hotel Playa Del Carmen is set in Playa del Carmen, 400 metres from Playacar Beach and 200 metres from ADO International Bus Station. Featuring a restaurant, this 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The property is 1 km from the city centre and 300 metres from Playa del Carmen Beach.
At the hotel, each room comes with a wardrobe. At OYO Hotel Playa Del Carmen the rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box.
Staff at the 24-hour front desk speak English, Spanish and French.
Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 400 metres from the accommodation, while Church of Guadalupe is 3.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 34 km from OYO Hotel Playa Del Carmen.
Guest review score 6.9,
rooms from around 511 MXN.
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8 Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Located in Playa del Carmen, 1.7 miles from Playa del Carmen Beach, Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a private beach area. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, free shuttle service and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property has a hot tub, entertainment staff and a 24-hour front desk.
The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only provides some accommodations with sea views, and the rooms have a balcony. All rooms have a closet.
A buffet breakfast is available at the accommodation.
A range of activities can be enjoyed on site or nearby, including snorkeling and water park.
ADO International Bus Station is 4.9 miles from Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only, while Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 5.1 miles from the property. Cozumel International Airport is 25 miles away.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around $1951.
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9 El Dorado Maroma, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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El Dorado Maroma, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only features a garden, private beach area, a shared lounge and restaurant in Playa del Carmen. This 5-star resort offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The resort provides an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, karaoke and free shuttle service.
Guests at the resort can enjoy a buffet breakfast.
Playa Virgen is a 2-minute walk from El Dorado Maroma, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only, while ADO International Bus Station is 12 miles away. Cancún International Airport is 27 miles from the property.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $703.
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10 Iberostar Waves Quetzal - All Inclusive Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Featuring a restaurant, bar and views of sea, Iberostar Waves Quetzal - All Inclusive is located in Playa del Carmen, a 14-minute walk from Playacar Beach. Featuring a garden, the 5-star resort has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The resort has an outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, evening entertainment and a kids' club.
At the resort, every room has a desk. The rooms are equipped with a coffee machine, while certain rooms also offer a balcony and others also have pool views. All rooms in Iberostar Waves Quetzal - All Inclusive are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.
Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast.
Speaking German, English, Spanish and French, staff are willing to help at the 24-hour front desk.
Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 1.9 miles from Iberostar Waves Quetzal - All Inclusive, while ADO International Bus Station is 2 miles from the property. Cozumel International Airport is 20 miles away.
Guest review score 8.6
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11 Iberostar Waves Tucan - All Inclusive Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Facing the beachfront, Iberostar Waves Tucan - All Inclusive offers 5-star accommodations in Playa del Carmen and features a garden, terrace and restaurant. Among the various facilities of this property are a bar, water sports facilities and a tennis court. The resort has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, evening entertainment and a kids' club.
The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a closet, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. All rooms at Iberostar Waves Tucan - All Inclusive come with a seating area.
Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and American options.
The accommodation has a playground. You can play pool at Iberostar Waves Tucan - All Inclusive.
Speaking German, English, Spanish and French at the 24-hour front desk, staff are ready to help around the clock.
Playacar Beach is a 12-minute walk from the resort, while Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 1.8 miles away. Cozumel International Airport is 21 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 8.6
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12 The Yucatan Resort Playa del Carmen, All-Inclusive Adults Only, Tapestry by Hilton Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
Attractively set in Playa del Carmen, The Yucatan Resort Playa del Carmen, All-Inclusive Adults Only, Tapestry by Hilton features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. Among the various facilities of this property are a garden, a terrace and a bar. The resort has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, nightclub and a 24-hour front desk.
The rooms at the resort are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, some rooms at The Yucatan Resort Playa del Carmen, All-Inclusive Adults Only, Tapestry by Hilton also boast a balcony. All rooms have a desk.
Breakfast is available each morning, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Japanese and international cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.
Popular points of interest near The Yucatan Resort Playa del Carmen, All-Inclusive Adults Only, Tapestry by Hilton include Playa del Carmen Beach, Playacar Beach and ADO International Bus Station. The nearest airport is Cozumel International, 36 km from the resort, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $175.
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13 Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Located in Playa del Carmen, a 2-minute walk from Playa del Carmen Beach, Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a kids' club and room service, along with free WiFi. The property provides an ATM, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests.
The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a closet, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower.
Guests at Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive can enjoy a buffet breakfast.
The accommodation has a terrace. You can play pool, table tennis, and darts at the 5-star resort.
Speaking German, English, Spanish and French at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always at hand to help.
ADO International Bus Station is 6.4 miles from Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive, while Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 6.7 miles from the property. Cozumel International Airport is 27 miles away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $237.
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14 Holiday Inn Club Vacations Royal Haciendas All Inclusive Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Facing the beachfront, The Royal Haciendas Resort & Spa offers 5-star accommodations in Playa del Carmen and features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool and fitness center. Featuring room service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a sun terrace. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a kids' club and free WiFi throughout the property.
At the resort every room includes air conditioning, a desk, a balcony with a sea view, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. All rooms come with a coffee machine, while certain rooms will provide you with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. All guest rooms feature a safety deposit box.
Guests at The Royal Haciendas Resort & Spa can enjoy a buffet breakfast.
The accommodation offers a hot tub. You can play tennis at The Royal Haciendas Resort & Spa, and car rental is available.
Playa del Carmen Beach is a few steps from the resort, while ADO International Bus Station is 3.4 miles away. Cozumel International Airport is 24 miles from the property.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $464.
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15 Impression Moxché by Secrets - Adults Only Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Located in Playa del Carmen, a 15-minute walk from Playa del Carmen Beach, Impression Moxché by Secrets - Adults Only provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Among the various facilities of this property are a terrace and a bar. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
All guest rooms at the resort come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Every room includes a coffee machine, while certain rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with sea views. The rooms will provide guests with a minibar.
A buffet breakfast is available at Impression Moxché by Secrets - Adults Only. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving French, Italian and Japanese cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.
You can play pool, table tennis and tennis at this 5-star resort, and the area is popular for golfing.
Guests can sing karaoke, plan their trips at the tour desk, or use the business center.
ADO International Bus Station is 6.5 miles from Impression Moxché by Secrets - Adults Only, while Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 6.9 miles away. Cozumel International Airport is 27 miles from the property.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $1413.
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16 Platinum Yucatan Princess Adults Only - All Inclusive Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a spa and wellness center, Platinum Yucatan Princess Adults Only - All InclusiveAll Suites & Spa Resort is located 6.2 mi from Playa del Carmen main square. Free WiFi access is available throughout.
The suites will provide you with a TV and air conditioning. Featuring a spa bath, the private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and bathrobes. Extras include a mini-bar, an iPod dock and a seating area.
At Platinum Yucatan Princess Adults Only - All InclusiveAll Suites & Spa Resort you will find 1 international buffet and 4 a la carte restaurants (without previous reservation), a tennis court and a fitness center. Other facilities offered at the property include entertainment staff, a nightclub and water sports facilities.
This property is 10 minutes’ drive from Plaza Las Américas Shopping Center and 11 mi from Xcaret Park. Cancún International Airport is 31 mi away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $315.
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17 Princess Family Club Riviera - All Inclusive Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Family Club at Grand Riviera Princess is set in Playa del Carmen, 3.1 mi from 5th Avenue. It features a spa, fitness center and water sports facilities. Guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar and free WiFi is provided throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site.
Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a terrace or balcony is featured in certain rooms. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom with a shower and some superior rooms have a spa bath or a hot tub.
There is a 24-hour front desk and a hairdresser at the property.
28 de Julio Square is 4.3 mi from Family Club at Grand Riviera Princess, while ADO International Bus Station is 4.3 mi away. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 13 mi from the property.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around $270.
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18 Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Located on the beautiful Riviera Maya, this 5-star resort is 5.6 mi from downtown Playa del Carmen. The beachfront resort features 12 swimming pools some with internal hot tubs and spacious suites with a private balcony.
Guests of the Grand Riviera Princess-All Inclusive can relax at Spa Princess, offering body and hair treatments. Active guests will enjoy the state-of-the-art fitness center and 6 tennis courts and 2 paddle courts.
With 2 international Main Buffets and 7 a la carte restaurant on-site, guests of Grand Riviera Princess can enjoy a variety of cuisine, from Swiss specialties at La Fondue to Asian dishes at Miso. The 9 bars, including Tequila poolside bar, offers cocktails and beer throughout the property. A 24 hours Sport Bar is also included.
A flat-screen satellite TV and a fully-stocked mini-bar are standard in every modern suite at Grand Riviera. All suites include a sofa bed and marble bathroom. Many suites include a spa bath.
El Cameleon Golf Club is 2.5 mi from the resort. Cancun International Airport is a 45-minute drive away.
There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. Please take note that we have a Municipality Tax of :
1st guest : $35 MXN per room per night
2nd guest : $23.46 MXN per room per night for all the bookings.
3rd guest : $17.60 MXN per room per night for all the bookings.
This Tax will be paid directly at the property at the check in.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around $237.
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19 Fairmont Mayakoba Riviera Maya - All Inclusive Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Located in Playa del Carmen, 7.3 miles from ADO International Bus Station, Fairmont Mayakoba Riviera Maya - All Inclusive provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With a terrace, the property also features a bar, as well as water sports facilities. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property.
Selected rooms have a kitchenette with a fridge and a minibar.
Guests at the resort can enjoy a buffet breakfast. At Fairmont Mayakoba Riviera Maya - All Inclusive you'll find a restaurant serving Italian, Mediterranean and Mexican cuisine. Vegetarian, kosher and vegan options can also be requested.
The accommodation has a playground. The area is popular for canoeing and cycling, and car rental is available at this 5-star resort.
Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is 7.6 miles from Fairmont Mayakoba Riviera Maya - All Inclusive, while Church of Guadalupe is 5.4 miles away. Cozumel International Airport is 27 miles from the property.
Guest review score 7.9,
rooms from around $774.
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20 Blue Diamond Wellness Resort - 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 and a rain shower. The hotel offers a wide variety of food options. There are 3 restaurants and a lounge bar as well as 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 and pilates. There is also a boutique and a beauty salon. Cancun International Airport is 35 minutes’ drive from the Blue Diamond Luxury Boutique."
Guest review score 6.9,
rooms from around $505.
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21 Pueblito Escondido by Mistik Vacation Rentals Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
This condominium in Quintana Roo boasts a 4th-floor infinity pool and sundeck, as well as deluxe suites with fully equipped kitchens. Downtown Playa del Carmen is 5 minutes away.
Pueblito Escondido by Mistik Vacation Rentals's luxury apartments offer contemporary furniture, a private balcony and spacious living room. Two flat-screen TVs, a CD/DVD player and safety deposit box are all provided.
The concierge desk can arrange private excursions, babysitting services and airport transportation. A family pool with a children’s area is also available. Enjoy breakfast at the property's beach club Kool Beach.
Pueblito Escondido by Mistik Vacation Rentals is only 2 blocks from 5th Avenue and the Xcaret Eco Theme Park is a 10-minute drive away. Tulum, the Mayan City, is within an hours’ drive away.
Guest review score 7.5
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