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Luxurious, beachfront hotel suite in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

5-Star Hotel in Mayakoba, Playa del Carmen
♡ Beachfront Luxury & Natural Paradise

  • "Mayakoba" was the word for 'village over water' in the ancient Mayan language. Nowadays, it is called 'the Venice of the Caribbean'. It is almost impossible to describe Mayakoba's overwhelming beauty. This 1600-acre resort enclave rests along a mile-long arc of white Caribbean sand, punctuated by freshwater lagoons and mangrove forests and populated by hundreds of bird species, monkeys, and turtles. In this paradise, it's possible to find a unique Playa del Carmen resort called Rosewood Mayakoba. A true oasis of luxury, the resort offers 130 suites with private plunge pools, rooftop sundecks, garden showers, and individual docks, all ravishingly designed in harmony with nature and absolute respect for native materials. Which one to choose? It's hard to say, but why not have it all at the Presidential Oceanfront Suite (including an immense beach with turquoise warm waters), or have an incredibly romantic stay by booking the Deluxe Overwater Lagoon Suite? The truth is it doesn't matter which room you choose: the sights you will be able to see and experience are something you will always remember. Rosewood Mayakoba. Yes, escaping can be this beautiful.

    🔭 Hotel View: Beach, Caribbean Sea, Lagoons

    Address: Carr Federal Cancun, Playa del Carmen KM 298, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710

Spacious hotel room in Playa del Carmen with direct beach views, Mexico

5-Star Hotel in Mayakoba, Playa del Carmen
♡ Secluded Resort & Direct Beach Access

  • Think of the word "serenity": it is the more accurate Banyan Tree Mayakoba's definition. Wish for beauty; this is how you'll describe your stay at one of the best resorts in Playa del Carmen. This 5-star resort offers opulent villas decorated in Asian style, each with its private pool, landscaped garden, and exclusive sun terrace. The sights, particularly the water views, will fulfill your senses: freshwater in tones of green, surrounded by mangrove forests, or crystalline water, salty and blue, the only that comes from the Caribbean Sea. You can enjoy both while navigating through limestone waterways in a thatched-roof boat. The ancient Mayas called this awesome Playa del Carmen spot the village over water - Mayakoba - and if you are one of those who wish to pause time for a moment, forget all mundane rush, and restore all levels of peace, the Banyan Tree Mayakoba is the right place.

    🔭 Hotel View: Beach, Caribbean Sea, Lagoons, Mangrove Forests

    Address: Carretera Federal Chetumal Puerto Juarez, 77710 Playa del Carmen

Private beachfront villa in a luxury resort in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

5-Star Hotel in Playa Xcalacoco, Playa del Carmen
♡ Private Villas on the Beach

  • Picture yourself standing before the sight of tropical lush vegetation a few steps away from the Caribbean Sea. Imagine how it can be to wake up in a palapa-roofed stucco villa carefully designed in the simple yet elegant Mayan style. Now add a private plunge pool to this, a secluded patio, and, oh, yes, a beach of turquoise waters. Impossible? Wait until you get to the Viceroy Riviera Maya, one of the most romantic Playa del Carmen resorts. Book one of the Royal Villas, and we assure you this will be a vacation your beloved one will never forget (sorry, kids, this is an adult-only hotel).

    Located on the coast of Xcalacoco Beach, one of the most fascinating Playa del Carmen beaches, the beachfront Viceroy Riviera Maya has been quoted by Travel + Leisure magazine as "a sexy, eco-conscious hideaway in the jungle." 🔭

    Hotel View: Beach, Caribbean Sea

    Address: Riviera Maya Playa Xcalacoco Frac 7, 77710 Playa del Carmen

Beachfront Suite with private pool in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

5-Star Hotel in Mayakoba, Playa del Carmen
♡ Tropical Forest & Jaw-Dropping Beach

  • Forget the roar of an engine; keep your distance from high buildings and other urban noises. The only sounds you will hear at the Fairmont Mayakoba are the ones that come from nature: bird songs (160 species around the premises), water whispers, and a gentle, warm breeze caressing your private verandah. The Fairmont Mayakoba lies in the beautiful Mayakoba region, named by many as ‘the Venice of the Caribbean.’ Near Playa del Carmen, it is a luxury resort in which natural waterways gently interconnect the buildings surrounded by luxuriant tropical vegetation. It isn’t hard to imagine the sights you can indulge in. Consider your favorite ones and book your room accordingly: you can choose from various panoramas, from delightful laguna and forest views to golf courses and tropical vegetation vistas or the blue Caribbean waters. But guess what? You’ll be able to enjoy them all: the beachfront Fairmont Mayakoba is car-free, meaning one can access all sites by boat, bicycle, or golf cart, or do as we did and walk the nature trails pampering yourself at 100% with one of the most incredible spots in the Mayan Riviera.

    🔭 Hotel View: Beach, Caribbean Sea, Mangrove Forests, El Camaleón Golf Course at Mayakoba

    Address: Carretera Federal Cancun - Playa del Carmen Km 298, 77710 Playa del Carmen

Beachfront resort with direct access to a fabulous beach in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

5-Star Hotel in Mayakoba, Playa del Carmen
♡ Exceptional All-Inclusive Resort

  • Are you planning a family holiday in Mexico's Mayan Riviera? Do you wish for a place by the sea, reasonably close to Playa del Carmen but secluded enough so to offer your kids an authentic flavor of tropical nature? If you aim for this, then the Grand Velas Riviera Maya is a clever option. The beachfront resort is an all-inclusive slice of paradise in Playa del Carmen and among the best of its kind. It is organized into three sections to please families, children over 12, and Zen searchers. Enjoyment, as well as relaxation, are included to ensure a delightful stay for every guest. And what about the views? This luxury Playa del Carmen resort offers beautiful suites with private terraces facing the sky-blue sea. Can you think of a better wake-up scenery?

    🔭 Hotel View: Beach, Caribbean Sea

    Address: Carretera Cancun Tulum Km 62, 77710 Playa del Carmen

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Spacious luxury resort suite with a balcony featuring expansive beach and sea views in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

5-Star Hotel in Playa del Carmen
♡ White-Sand Beach at Doorstep

  • The Hilton Playa del Carmen, an All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort, has the blood of an old aristocrat and the soul of a free spirit. Located in Playa del Carmen within walking distance of the well-known Fifth Avenue, this particular all-inclusive Playa del Carmen upscale resort is a jewel for all contrast lovers. As we’ve mentioned before, the building reminds us of the old days’ grandeur. But this opulent beachfront hotel grants 21st-century state-of-the-art service, amenities, and entertainment. From scuba diving lessons to wine tours or excursions, the Hilton Playa del Carmen, an All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort, is the name for unforgettable experiences at the Mayan Riviera. Undoubtedly, one of them is the vistas you can bask in from almost every corner of the resort, especially at your premises. Make sure you choose an ocean-view room, and you will never forget the endless Caribbean blue greeting you at every moment of your stay.

    🔭 Hotel View: Beach, Caribbean Sea

    Address: Constituyentes No 2, 77780 Playa del Carmen

Beach-facing hotel room with a balcony in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

5-Star Hotel in Playa del Carmen
♡ Family-Friendly & Infinity Pools

  • At the heart of Playa del Carmen, sitting nicely at the well-known, gorgeous Mamita’s Beach, it is impossible not to notice this ultra-modern construction that reminds us of the Mayas and their impressive temples. The Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen Resort is fantastic, especially if you’re exigent enough to demand the Caribbean Sea at your feet and all the fun and activities of Playa del Carmen by the door. The beachfront resort is close to La Quinta Avenida, ‘the’ place for excellent shopping, exquisite restaurants, and full power party scenes. The spa is unmissable, not only because the architecture resembles the shape of a Cenote but also due to the remarkable set of treatments that will spoil you from the top of your head to the smallest of your toes. Rare are the places in the world where the water is so transparent and warm, the sand so white and ethereal as the air itself. What a glory to enjoy this every single day of your stay, waking you up at your room’s window or luring you until you finally surrender.

    🔭 Hotel View: Beach, Caribbean Sea

    Address: 1a. Avenida esquina Calle 26, Colonia Centro, 77710 Playa del Carmen