By booking an all-inclusive hotel or resort and paying for accommodation, food, and drink upfront, guests can get the most out of a relaxing tropical vacation in Playa del Carmen.

Several all-inclusive resorts in Playa del Carmen offer excellent family-friendly facilities, including the Family Concierge at Paradisus La Esmeralda or the Sandos Caracol Eco Club.

Spoil yourself with something special by choosing a hotel with swim up rooms. At the Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen Resort and the La Tortuga Hotel & Spa you can float to the pool from your terrace.

There are hotels in Playa del Carmen to suit all budgets. Travellers looking for cheap hotels could consider staying in the central downtown area, which features a vast array of budget hotels, as well as restaurants and bars.

Two good hotels with great deals that are just a short walk to the beach in Playa del Carmen are the Barrio Latino Hotel, which features authentic decor, and the modern Hotel El Punto Boutique & Beach Club.

Most of the hotels in Playa del Carmen are situated directly on the beach, and many boast spectacular ocean views, such as the Playa Palms Beach Hotel and Mahekal Beach Resort.

The closest airport to Playa del Carmen is Cancun International Airport, about 50 minutes by car from Playa del Carmen. Visitors arriving late or jetting off early may want to consider spending the night at a hotel close to the airport like the Comfort Inn Cancun Aeropuerto and the Courtyard by Marriott Cancun Airport.

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Visitors can enjoy Playa del Carmen’s vibrant nightlife at cocktail bars and dance clubs in the Centro district as well as near the beach. Chic boutique hotels like Aruma Hotel and The Palm at Playa, which features a rooftop pool with bar, puts guests at the centre of the action.

Whether you’re looking for local handicrafts or well-known brands, if your priority is to hit the shops and indulge in some retail therapy during your stay in Playa del Carmen, then consider a hotel near 5th Avenue (Calle Quinta Avenida). There are many hotels along this animated avenue, including Hacienda Maria Bonita and the adults-only Xtudio Comfort Hotel by Xperience Hotels.

Many hotels feature rooftop pools where guests can kick back, catch some rays, and sip cocktails with panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea in Playa del Carmen. Some of the city’s most highly-rated hotels that feature a rooftop pool and bar include the Thompson Playa Del Carmen, Lat20 by Live Aqua, and Soho Playa Hotel.

Guests seeking a luxury spa hotel to ensure ultimate relaxation and wellness during their holiday in Playa del Carmen will find an array of exquisite options. Some of the stand-out hotels with spas in Playa del Carmen include the adults-only Royal Hideaway Playacar and the Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun.