Things To Do in Playa

If you’re thinking about extending your trip beyond Hotel Xcaret, either before or after the wedding, we highly recommend spending a few days in downtown Playa del Carmen to experience the local culture, food, and beaches beyond the resort. There are plenty of great options including boutique hotels, Airbnbs, and larger hotel chains. Our family has spent a lot of time here over the years, so we’ve gathered some of our favorite recommendations to help you enjoy the area like a local. Note: If you stay before you are able to arrive at Hotel Xcaret and start using all the amenities and restaurants at the resort the day of check in (as early as 8 am). Your room probably will not be available but they can hold your suitcases until your room is ready. Normal check in is 3 pm.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Playa del Carmen by IHG

S/N Avenida ConstituyeAvenida Constituyentes entre 10 y 15 nte. S/N Colonia Centro, Solidaridad, Playa del Carmen, Q.R. 77720, Mexico

Clean, simple and centrally located (2 blocks from 5th Ave) large room & reasonably priced. It is not a full service hotel with a restaurant or room service, so allows you to enjoy all the local places. The staff is very friendly, they offer Free Breakfast with a variety of options, including coffee, tea, juices,fresh fruit, yogurt, granola , Chilaquiles, eggs, and rotating daily specials. Usually available from around 6:30 AM to 9:30/10:00 AM. -Rooftop Pool- beautiful view overlooking Playa Del Carmen with views of Caribbean Sea and Cozumel *You can get pool/beach towels at front desk (you sign out and return before checking out) There are speakers with music playing, and tables and chairs if you want to bring food to eat. Along with lounge chairs for sunning. Bring your own float for the pool. -Gym on rooftop * If you are an IHG member or AAA member: No prepayment needed - pay at the property when you arrive. Fully refundable up until a certain date before the trip.

Aloft Playa del Carmen

Calle 34 Norte, Playa del Carmen, Q.R. 77710, Mexico

This hotel is a little fancier in appearance than Holiday Inn Express, It has a restaurant with Buffet Breakfast service and international à la carte menu for lunch and dinner at an additional charge. They have a Rooftop Pool and Bar & Gym.

Encanto Beach Club

Calle 40 Norte, Playa del Carmen, Q.R. 77720, Mexico

Mamita's Beach Club

Playa del Carmen, Q.R. 77710, Mexico

Zenzi Beach Club 10th Street & The Beach

018 Calle 10 Norte, Playa del Carmen, Q.R. 77710, Mexico

Quinta Avenida (5th Avenue)

141 Quinta Avenida, Playa del Carmen, Q.R. 77710, Mexico

The heart of Playa del Carmen—a lively, pedestrian-only street filled with shops, restaurants, bars, street performers, and galleries. Parque de los Fundadores: A popular spot at the southern end with a famous fountain and views. Calle Corazón: A central mall area. Calle 38: A charming, more tropical-feeling street branching off La Quinta.

Parque Los Fundadores

Avenida Benito Juárez, Playa del Carmen, Q.R. 77713, Mexico

Visit in the Late Afternoon: Aim for 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM to catch the cultural performances as the sunsets. Traditional Aztec dancers perform, typically in the late afternoon/early evening.The traditional flying pole dancers sometimes perform here, usually in the afternoon.

San Miguel de Cozumel

San Miguel de Cozumel, Q.R., Mexico

Take the ferry from Playa Del Carmen over to Cozumel for the day . If want to go to a beach club over there I highly suggest Buccanos (5 min taxi from ferry)

3D Museum of Wonders

10 Avenida Norte, Playa del Carmen, Q.R. 77710, Mexico

Located in the heart of the city, on 10 avenue with 10 street, inside Plaza Pelicanos, near to the famous fifth avenue.

Coco Bongo Show & Disco