1. SECRETS MOXCHE PLAYA DEL CARMEN
Hotel feature: three artificially created cenotes on the territory.
New this year, the luxurious adults-only hotel Secrets Moxche opened its doors to the world just in April and in no time has become one of the most visited places for an intimate getaway away from the hustle and bustle of childhood. Located along a white-sand beach near downtown Playa del Carmen, the resort provides the perfect Caribbean setting for a romantic getaway. Here you can relax in the spa, go snorkeling, lounge by one of the pools, or swim in the artificial cenotes that are the hotel's specialty. And a pleasant ending to your day in this paradise place can be a visit to the open-air amphitheater or listening to live musical performances. The hotel is all-inclusive. Total numbers: 485.
Included facilities:
- 11 restaurants (Mexican, Asian, French, Italian, steakhouse), 6 bars.
- SPA-center ($), fitness center, sauna ($), tennis court, golf course ($), billiards, snorkeling ($), night club, conference hall ($).
- 7 heated pools and 3 man-made cenotes.
- The hotel is «adults only» (18+), children are not accommodated.
The hotel is located in the heart of the Riviera Maya, 10 minutes from the famous Quinta Avenida (Fifth Avenue) in Playa del Carmen. Walking distance: restaurants, Playa del Carmen beach, Nicte-A Park.
- Distance to airport: 12,4 mi
- Distance to city center: 3,1 mi
SECRETS MOXCHE PLAYA DEL CARMEN advantages:
- Freshly renovated.
- Each room has a private terrace or balcony.
- A rich day and evening program.
- 24-hour room service.
SECRETS MOXCHE PLAYA DEL CARMEN disadvantages:
- Complaints about the variety of food on the buffet.
- Noise from the construction of the neighboring hotel.
2. VALENTIN IMPERIAL RIVIERA MAYA
Hotel feature: huge on-site pool, nominated among the 10 most impressive pools on the Riviera Maya.
This beautiful all-inclusive adults-only hotel is nestled amidst a wonderful blooming garden on the Riviera Maya. Designed in the style of a Mexican hacienda, the resort boasts one of the largest and most breathtaking pools in Mexico. With an ideal location, spacious comfortable rooms, daily activities, water sports and a spectacular white-sand beach, this is a vacation you'll remember for a long time and give only positive impressions.
Total rooms: 540. Last renovation: 2008.
Included facilities:
- 8 restaurants (Mexican, Asian, Italian, French), 11 bars and a coffee shop.
- SPA-center ($), fitness center, conference hall ($), tennis court, golf course ($), diving ($), table tennis.
- 3 landscape pools, including 1 in the «lazy river» style.
- The hotel is «adults only» (18+), children are not accommodated.
The hotel is located on the picturesque beach of Playa del Secreto in the Riviera Maya, 30 minutes from Playa del Carmen. Walking distance: restaurants, golf course, Sekreto beach.
- Distance to airport: 16,1 mi
- Distance to city center: 12,4 mi
VALENTIN IMPERIAL RIVIERA MAYA advantages:
- All rooms have a Jacuzzi and balcony/terrace.
- Some suites have private terraces with access to the pool.
- A rich day and evening program.
- 24-hour room service.
- Free Wi-fi on the entire territory.
VALENTIN IMPERIAL RIVIERA MAYA disadvantages:
- There is a little wear and tear.
- Huge territory - it takes a long drive to get to some of the resort facilities.
3. HILTON PLAYA DEL CARMEN
Hotel feature: A special romantic «package» including a romantic dinner on the oceanfront, a massage for two and decorating your suite with rose petals.
Located in the famous Riviera Maya, this luxurious adults-only hotel offers an escape from the mundane and immerse yourself in an atmosphere of privacy, romance and relaxed elegance. It offers gourmet restaurants, a health spa, swimming pools and the Caribbean coast, as well as many day and night activities that will make you never get bored! The location is a plus, with all the popular restaurants, shopping malls and nightclubs just a few steps away. It works on an all-inclusive basis.
Total rooms: 513. Last renovation: 2011.
Included facilities:
- 7 restaurants (Mexican, Asian, international cuisine), 6 bars and a coffee shop.
- SPA-center ($), fitness center, sauna ($), tennis court, conference hall ($), golf course ($), billiards.
- 2 heated outdoor pools.
- The hotel is «adults only» (18+), children are not accommodated.
The hotel is located on the coast of Playa del Carmen, next to the famous 5th Avenue. Within walking distance: restaurants, stores, national parks, Riviera Art Gallery, nightclubs.
- Distance to airport: 12 mi
- Distance to city center: 1,6 mi
HILTON PLAYA DEL CARMEN advantages:
- All rooms have whirlpool tubs for two.
- Pool edge suites available.
- Almost all rooms have an ocean view.
- Introductory scuba diving lesson free of charge.
- Free Wi-fi.
HILTON PLAYA DEL CARMEN disadvantages:
- Few nightlife activities.
- A small beach area.
4. THE YUCATAN RESORT PLAYA DEL CARMEN
Hotel feature: its location right on Fifth Avenue, where all the popular restaurants, stores, and nightclubs are located.
If you're looking for an adults-only hotel located right on bustling Fifth Avenue, The Yucatan Resort is the perfect choice. The resort also has something for everyone to do, whether it's going to the spa, dining at a Peruvian-Japanese restaurant, or partying in the rooftop pool, and the exceptional hospitality of the staff will make your vacation truly special. All-inclusive.
Total rooms: 60. Last renovation: 2012.
Included facilities:
- 2 restaurants (international, Japanese cuisine), bar and coffee shop.
- SPA-center ($), fitness center, sauna ($), conference hall ($).
- 1 outdoor rooftop pool.
- The hotel is «adults only» (18+), children are not accommodated.
The hotel is located in the center of Playa del Carmen, on Fifth Avenue. Walking distance: restaurants, main beach Playa del Carmen, Quinta Alegria shopping center, Navega pier, Xcaret Eco theme park.
- Distance to airport: 12 mi
- Distance to city center: 0,6 mi
THE YUCATAN RESORT PLAYA DEL CARMEN advantages:
- The master suites have a large terrace with a Jacuzzi and sitting area.
- Lively rooftop pool parties with DJs.
- Free Parking.
THE YUCATAN RESORT PLAYA DEL CARMEN disadvantages:
- Late events can make it noisy.
- Complaints about the variety of food on the buffet.
5. ROYAL HIDEAWAY PLAYACAR
Hotel feature: special wedding ceremony and anniversary packages, as well as nice surprises for the newlyweds.
The adults-only Royal Hideaway Playacar can enchant you from the moment you check in with a glass of sparkling wine and a chilled towel on arrival. The resort complex includes luxurious villas with elements of Mexican architecture as well as the main lobby with its imposing columns and exquisite antique furniture. The picturesque grounds with fountains and waterfalls are ideal for quiet and intimate retreats, as well as wedding ceremonies. The hotel is all-inclusive.
Total rooms: 201. Last renovation: 2016.
Included facilities:
- 6 restaurants (Mexican, Italian, international cuisine), 3 bars.
- SPA-center ($), fitness center, conference hall ($), tennis court, golf course ($), billiards, water sports equipment ($).
- 6 outdoor pools, including 3 relaxation pools and an infinity pool with a waterfall.
- The hotel is «adults only» (18+), children are not accommodated.
The resort is located in the Playacar area, 10 minutes from Playa del Carmen. Within walking distance: restaurants, Playacar beach, Fundadores Park.
- Distance to airport: 12 mi
- Distance to city center: 1,6 mi
ROYAL HIDEAWAY PLAYACAR advantages:
- Luxury rooms have whirlpool tubs and balconies.
- Duplex suites with hammocks available.
- Free non-motorized water sports.
- A rich day and evening program.
- Free Wi-Fi in the entire area.
ROYAL HIDEAWAY PLAYACAR disadvantages:
- The main pool can often be noisy and crowded.
- No buffet restaurant.
6. THE REEF 28
Hotel feature: shuttle service and access to optional all-inclusive family beach clubs located at partner hotels The Reef Playacar and The Reef Coco Beach.
The chic, all-inclusive adults-only hotel is located in the center of Playa del Carmen, within walking distance of 5th Avenue, the center of shopping, nightlife and other activities. It offers a luxurious spa, gourmet restaurants, and an exclusive rooftop bar where you can dance the night away to the pep talk of DJs.
The Reef 28 is the perfect place for a fun time with friends, a romantic getaway with a loved one, or a vacation alone to explore all that the resort town of Playa del Carmen has to offer. Total rooms: 120.
Included facilities:
- 4 restaurants (Mexican, Asian, international cuisine), 1 bar.
- SPA-center ($), fitness center, sauna ($), billiards, table tennis, diving ($), night club.
- 1 rooftop landscape pool and 1 indoor spa pool.
- The hotel is «adults only» (18+), children are not accommodated.
Located in the center of Playa del Carmen, close to attractions and popular restaurants. Walking distance: restaurants and bars, Fundadores Park, nightclub.
- Distance to airport: 12 mi
- Distance to city center: 0,6 mi
THE REEF 28 advantages:
- Stylish rooms with terraces, marble showers and coffee makers.
- Rooftop bar with individual service.
- Beautifully designed shaded lounge areas.
- A warm welcome from the hotel staff with champagne.
- Free Wi-Fi in the entire area.
THE REEF 28 disadvantages:
- Loud music by the pool, music from the bar until the night.
- Shortage of sun loungers by the pool.
7. WYNDHAM ALLTRA PLAYA DEL CARMEN
Hotel feature: spa treatments based on ancient Mayan traditions.
Enjoy a heavenly vacation at an adults-only hotel located on the Riviera Maya, minutes from the stunning white-sand beach and lively nightlife of Fifth Avenue. The resort offers a carefree vacation with unlimited cocktails and gourmet meals, plenty of exciting activities, and top-notch service. After a day by the pool or on the beach, you can relax in one of 287 rooms with terraces and beautiful views of the Caribbean Sea. It's all-inclusive.
Included facilities:
- 6 restaurants (Mexican, Italian, American, international cuisine), 4 bars.
- SPA-center ($), fitness center, sauna ($), conference hall ($), evening program.
- 2 outdoor pools.
- The hotel is «adults only» (18+), children are not accommodated.
Located in the heart of Riviera Maya in Playa del Carmen, close to attractions and popular restaurants. Walking distance: restaurants, main beach Playa del Carmen, beach club Mamitas, Quinta Alegria shopping center, Navega pier.
- Distance to airport: 12 mi
- Distance to city center: 0,4 mi
WYNDHAM ALLTRA PLAYA DEL CARMEN advantages:
- Some suites include direct access to the beach and an exclusive beach gazebo.
- A rich day and evening program.
- 24-hour room service.
WYNDHAM ALLTRA PLAYA DEL CARMEN disadvantages:
- Complaints of foreign odors.
- Depending on the season there can be a lot of algae on the beach.
- There is no soundproofing in the rooms, you can hear noise from the street.
8. PARADISUS LA PERLA
Hotel feature: hotel guests can use the infrastructure of the Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Esmeralda area.
This beautiful five-star adults-only hotel is located in the heart of a lush mangrove forest, next to a gorgeous white-sand beach.
The resort offers the perfect combination of location, seclusion, relaxation and recreational activities. From pool parties and water sports to spas and fitness clubs with state-of-the-art equipment, there are plenty of ways to have a good time. It's all-inclusive.
Total 393 rooms. Last renovation: 2011.
Included facilities:
- 19 restaurants (Mexican, Italian, international cuisine), 10 bars.
- Spa ($), fitness center, sauna ($), water sports equipment ($), golf course ($), business center ($), conference room ($).
- 5 heated outdoor pools.
- The hotel is «adults only» (18+), children are not accommodated.
Located in the center of Playa del Carmen, close to attractions and popular restaurants. Walking distance: restaurants, main beach Playa del Carmen, beach club Mamitas.
- Distance to airport: 12 mi
- Distance to city center: 3 mi
PARADISUS LA PERLA advantages:
- Huge selection of restaurants and bars on the territory (29 in total).
- Some suites have access to the pool and partial ocean views.
- Balinese-style beds on the beach.
- Free parking and Wi-Fi throughout the property.
- A rich day and evening program.
PARADISUS LA PERLA disadvantages:
- Depending on the season there can be a lot of algae on the beach.
- Some restaurants require reservations.
- Pools close early.
9. BLUE DIAMOND LUXURY BOUTIQUE
Hotel feature: a hotel's policy welcomes pets.
The selection concludes with an exclusive adults-only boutique hotel located on a sandy beach by the azure waters of the Caribbean Sea. The rooms of this chic resort are tucked away in the jungle, giving you a feeling of privacy and complete contact with nature. In this unique setting you can visit a spa inspired by the union of Maya and Asian culture, a beautiful white sandy beach with palm trees, and a wide variety of restaurants and bars. Here in the exotic Riviera Maya, you will experience a truly magical all-inclusive vacation. Total rooms: 128.
Included facilities:
- 2 restaurants (international cuisine), 2 bars and a coffee shop.
- Spa ($), fitness center, sauna, conference room ($), golf course ($), water sports equipment ($).
- 3 outdoor pools overlooking the ocean.
- The hotel is «adults only» (18+), children are not accommodated.
Located amid tropical gardens on the Mayan Riviera, 10 minutes from Playa del Carmen. Within walking distance: Mayakoba Beach.
- Distance to airport: 7,7 mi
- Distance to city center: 6,8 mi
BLUE DIAMOND LUXURY BOUTIQUE advantages:
- Some rooms have direct access to the beach or private pool.
- All rooms have a private terrace.
- State-of-the-art fitness center with Kinesis machines.
- Free Wi-Fi and parking.
- 24-hour room service.
BLUE DIAMOND LUXURY BOUTIQUE disadvantages:
- Most rooms do not have a view of the beach.
- Huge territory - it takes a long drive to get to some of the resort facilities.
10. PLATINUM YUCATAN PRINCESS
Hotel feature: guests can use the amenities of two sister resorts.
The five-star adults-only Platinum Yucatan Princess is the perfect choice for those who require only the highest level of luxury and the most personalized service. Sophistication and exclusivity permeate every corner of the hotel, including all 470 rooms which are designed in a modern and sophisticated style. The hotel offers themed restaurants, 13 swimming pools, a golf course, water activities and a karaoke club. And if you have always dreamed of holding a banquet or a wedding ceremony on the shores of the Caribbean Sea, the hotel staff will be happy to fulfill your every whim. The hotel is all-inclusive.
Included facilities:
- 7 restaurants (international, Asian, Italian cuisine), 7 bars.
- SPA center, fitness center, sauna, business center, tennis court, night club, equipment for water sports ($).
- 13 swimming pools.
- The hotel is «adults only» (18+), children are not accommodated.
The hotel is located in the heart of the Riviera Maya resort on the shores of the Caribbean Sea. Walking distance: restaurants and bars, the main beach of Playa del Carmen.
- Distance to airport: 7 mi
- Distance to city center: 6,2 mi
PLATINUM YUCATAN PRINCESS advantages:
- Some suites have access to the pool.
- A rich day and evening program.
- Free Wi-Fi in the entire area.
- 24-hour room service.
PLATINUM YUCATAN PRINCESS disadvantages:
- Depending on the season there can be a lot of algae on the beach.
- Huge territory - it takes a long drive to get to some of the resort facilities.
Which «adults only» hotels in Playa del Carmen have rooms with direct access to the beach?
At Blue Diamond Luxury Boutique, some rooms have direct access to the beach, and at Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen, some suites include direct access to the beach and an exclusive beach gazebo.
What are the most budget-friendly «adults only» hotels in Playa del Carmen?
The Yucatan Resort Playa del Carmen ($245) and The Reef 28 ($311) are the most budget-friendly hotels, with a decent level of service.
What hotels in Playa del Carmen are good for couples?
These hotels in Playa del Carmen are highly rated by couples: Mayan Water Hotel, La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret - All Inclusive Adults Only and Hacienda Xcaret .
Which hotels are pet friendly?
The list of the most popular pet-friendly hotels includes: Mvngata Boutique Hotel, Hotel Esencia and Mahekal Beach Resort.
Which hotel are closest to the airport?
This hotel is closest to the airport: Platinum Yucatán Princess - 7 mi.
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