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Sun & Fun in Playa Del Carmen

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Overview

Playa Del Carmen, once part of the Maya civilization, was a fishing village where developers, attracted by the white sand beaches and location on the Caribbean coast, turned the area into a vibrant resort town on the Yucatan Peninsula.

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Hotels
HotelGrand Velas Riviera MayaSituated on the sugar-white sands of the Riviera Maya, this world class all-inclusive resort offers oversize guest units with exceptional comfort and numerous amenities. All adult-only Grand Class guest rooms feature a private plunge pool. In addition to gourmet dining and numerous designer swimming pools, you'll also find the resort excels at detail-oriented service. Meets AAA guest room security requirements. Smoke free premises. 539 units, some two bedrooms. 2-4 stories, interior/exterior corridors. Bath: shower only.diamond-fiveinspected-clean
HotelBanyan Tree MayakobaThe unique mixture of Asian and Mexican architecture is stunning throughout. The gated resort blends untouched nature in a carefully maintained ecosystem. Every room features a private plunge pool. This resort is located on the famed Riviera Maya coast with an abundance of freshwater lagoons and mangroves, natural dunes and intricate coral reefs. Meets AAA guest room security requirements. Smoke free premises. 173 units, some two and three bedrooms. 1-3 stories (no elevator), interior/exterior corridors. Bath: shower only. Accessibility (Call).diamond-fiveinspected-clean
HotelHotel Xcaret MexicoThis all-inclusive resort is packed with activities, including eight theme parks, many pools, three exercise rooms, and a private island. Many of the modern rooms open up to pools or the river. Smoke free premises. 900 units, some two bedrooms, three bedrooms and kitchens. 4-6 stories, interior/exterior corridors.diamond-fiveinspected-clean
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DESTINATIONPlaya Del Carmen, Quintana Roo In Depth Playa del Carmen is the Riviera Maya's fastest growing destination. It's still first and foremost a beach hangout, but one with enough variety to satisfy all but the most jaded travelers. The mood is relaxed and informal, the ambience decidedly international. Lots of Europeans visit Playa, and many hotels and restaurants have European owners. There's also a large American and Canadian expat presence.
Things To Do
From $109
THING TO DO

Río Secreto Playa del Carmen

4 hours

Get to know Rio Secreto, a park recognized as the Best Natural Reserve of Mexico and Central America and experience a sp...

From $139
THING TO DO

Holbox Island from Playa del Carmen

9 hours

Holbox (in Maya: black hole) is a small island located in the extreme north of the state of Quintana Roo. Experience the...

From $45
THING TO DO

Tulum And Open Cenote From Playa Del Carmen

6 to 7 hours

The Tulum Cenote Tour from Riviera Maya brings you to two of the top attractions in the Riviera Maya. Explore the magica...

From $130
THING TO DO

Hidden Cenote exploration in Playa del Carmen

From 3 hours to 6 hours

Imagine yourself unveiling the secrets of the past into a large and uncrowded Cenote Cave system on a private guided tou...

From $149
THING TO DO

Bacalar Lagoon Tour From Playa Del Carmen

13 hours

Our unique guided tour of Bacalar from Cancun includes all you need for an exciting day of natural beauty and history. Y...

Restaurants
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RESTAURANTSaffronThe signature restaurant of this luxury hotel features an open-air atmosphere spread out among three over-the-water decks with views of the mangrove lagoon. There is also an indoor dining room available which provides the same views but will keep you out of the elements. This is creative modern Thai cuisine at its best. Guests can enjoy an array of curry dishes and four different types of rice. Start the exploration of the menu with an item such as chicken satay or fried squid.diamond-four
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RESTAURANTCocina de AutorExperience the multi-course, inspirational cuisine with a regularly changing menu. The artistic presentations and unique, scientific, "molecular" style cuisine creates a very emotional experience. The dapper staff impresses with deft service throughout the two- to three-hour event.diamond-five
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RESTAURANTHa'Discover yourself surrounded by flowing water as you enter the dining room. An ever-changing, contemporary, seven-course tasting menu, reflecting a variety of regional influences, is unashamedly paired with fine Mexican wines. While all the courses are beautifully presented, the liquid nitrogen dishes are amazing experiences. diamond-five
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