Title: Riviera Maya Travel Guide: Best of Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Riviera Maya](https://expedia.co.uk/Riviera-Maya-Hotels.d864806392606003200.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Playa del Carmen](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Playa-Del-Carmen.d601751.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Playa del Carmen](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Playa-Del-Carmen.d601751.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Riviera Maya Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Riviera-Maya.d864806392606003200.Car-Hire-Guide)[Riviera Maya Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Riviera-Maya.d864806392606003200.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Riviera Maya Travel Guide ## Playa del Carmen ![Playa del Carmen](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/864806392606003200/e35b1879-d5d9-4b58-a226-f23519662ecb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Playa del Carmen](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/864806392606003200/e35b1879-d5d9-4b58-a226-f23519662ecb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Looks like a great place for an afternoon siesta #BestOf5](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626499776841309/ec1b3e45-5788-42db-b519-03678d6f1355.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A beautiful resort on the Mayan Riviera.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626499776841309/472a7c7c-b630-4503-917b-31a585bcfa15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful tropical sunrise in Playa Del Carmen. #BeachBound](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626499776841309/70e60482-c3ac-4a4f-91cc-d2da2d26753b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Riviera Maya Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Playa del Carmen travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-del-Carmen.dx601751) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Xcaret Eco Theme Park featuring general coastal views, a luxury hotel or resort and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074370/fbcd4d30-631c-40d8-91ed-381f8d2bf281.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Xcaret Eco Theme Park Commune with nature, explore ancient ruins and learn about Mayan culture at this popular theme park, home to a natural underground river. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Xcaret-Eco-Theme-Park-Playa-del-Carmen.d6074370.Attraction) ![Insel vor Playa del Carmen, Strand Maroma, Mexiko](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160476/b607290e-1d31-4b7f-a67d-1d4664ebefd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Maroma Beach Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Maroma Beach, a popular beach in Playa del Carmen. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Maroma-Beach-Maroma.d6160476.Attraction) ![Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159559/ab8245cb-b8fc-4a3c-9de1-f378d850a241.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Playa del Carmen Main Beach Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Playa del Carmen Main Beach, a popular beach in Playa del Carmen. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen-Main-Beach-Downtown-Playa-del-Carmen.d6159559.Attraction) ![Aerial View of Playa del Carmen Ferry Dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998021229/99f58e9f-4d08-48ab-a20f-9d8507199c26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ferry to Cozumel Explore the waterfront in Xcaret with a trip to Ferry to Cozumel. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ferry-To-Cozumel-Playa-del-Carmen.d553248635998021229.Attraction) ![Espectacular vista aérea de Playa del Carmen y la Quinta Avenida, el corredor turístico peatonal característico de la ciudad.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141582/e41566a1-d62c-4a6e-b577-06a5c6080ae7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Quinta Avenida During your visit to Playa del Carmen, you can do some window-shopping at Quinta Avenida. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Quinta-Avenida-Playa-del-Carmen.d6141582.Attraction) ![One of the must beautiful beaches in the world!!! Stunning! #mexico #caribe #beach #sun #palms #waterlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601751/8dbcfc1c-ac16-4d65-8f88-06b1dee4e538.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Playacar Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playacar Beach during your travels in Playa del Carmen? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playacar-Beach.d553248633981701282.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### Things to do ![Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/796267/aa68107e-4a75-45b0-ada6-8209611b2dea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive £33 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chichen-itza.a796267.activity-details) ![ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/515692/573c26ad-9a0c-4c23-886b-9feea64f51f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park £46 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/atv.a515692.activity-details) ![Catamaran](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47301092/b6732b33-f184-4379-a209-bb71ec8bbc21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Isla Mujeres Tour with Open Bar Food and Snorkeling £19 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/isla-mujeres-tour-with-open-bar-food-and-snorkeling.a47301092.activity-details) ![Xenses Park Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/402920/9e7afbbc-de15-4d8b-b6b5-10a3d3d062d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Xenses Park Tickets - Optional Transportation £48 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/xenses-park-tickets-optional-transportation.a402920.activity-details) ![Chichen Itza Premium, Cenote, Valladolid & Mayan Cuisine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/489709/df9cb54f-8c73-41bb-ad8f-7a816f30eb24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chichen Itza, Cenote, Zip-Line, Mayan Cooking & Valladolid £44 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chichen-itza.a489709.activity-details) ![Frog's Restaurant Pass at Playa del Carmen: Mexican Food & Fiesta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49991469/45f91201-5b75-4512-8dea-c3ebd197315a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Frog's Restaurant Pass at Playa del Carmen: Mexican Food & Fiesta £17 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/frogs-restaurant-pass-at-playa-del-carmen-mexican-food-fiesta.a49991469.activity-details) [See all activities in Playa del Carmen](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Playa-Del-Carmen.d601751.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Riviera Maya ![BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1420000/1411000/1411000/078df993_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive Carretera Federal Chetumal Playa del Carmen QROO £168 28 Feb - 1 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ... 6.6/10 (1,224 reviews) Great Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026&selected=1411000&PinnedHotelID=1411000&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864806392606003200) ![Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/906300/906203/d36e987a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive Carretera Federal 387 Chetmal Cancun Playa del Carmen QROO £470 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews) Room was clean, staff very friendly, Itialian restaurant was excellent. Be aware it gets very quiet at 10ish pm….. but the town is only 20 mins away and very lively. Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=906203&PinnedHotelID=906203&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864806392606003200) ![Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913500/913424/6210d58b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive Carretera Federal Chetumal, km. 299 Playa del Carmen QROO £321 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,768 reviews) Kind staff, food mostly good. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=913424&PinnedHotelID=913424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864806392606003200) ![Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18340000/18336000/18335979/9102c4f2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive Carr. Chetumal - Puerto Juarez Km. 282 Playa del Carmen QROO £1,103 4 Mar - 5 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,415 reviews) Great rooms, very helpful staff, and transportation to the the parks was convenient and easy to use. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=18335979&PinnedHotelID=18335979&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864806392606003200) ![Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1151600/1151540/a3c28551_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive Av. Constituyentes No. 2 Playa del Carmen QROO £406 5 Mar - 6 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,968 reviews) Amazing, so many live entertainment shows! Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=1151540&PinnedHotelID=1151540&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864806392606003200) ![Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/522300/522220/9779d27f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive Constituyentes Number 1 Playa del Carmen QROO £237 4 Mar - 5 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,806 reviews) Comfortable we were expecting in better locations like in front of the pool but we like any way thanks Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=522220&PinnedHotelID=522220&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864806392606003200) [See all 8,009 properties in Riviera Maya](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=07%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026®ionId=864806392606003200) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Riviera Maya hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864806392606003200&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07)[6 Feb - 7 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864806392606003200&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864806392606003200&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864806392606003200&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864806392606003200&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864806392606003200&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Riviera Maya ![Sunrise’s never fail to impress, it’s always worth the effort to get up early, choose your composition and not have to worry about rushing round with the camera settings. Gives you time to take in the beautiful surroundings while still capturing a stunning image #bvsquad #stunninglocations #seascape #beachtips ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601751/0c3735f3-9af0-4ed7-9764-2eb7a33278cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Fives The Fives might not have many top sights, but Playa Xcalacoco and Gran Coyote Golf are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen-The-Fives.dx864806096007892992) ![This is a great all-inclusive resort that provides first-class services while preserving the natural environment of the Riviera Maya. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626441920612209/bcbf801b-e426-47f1-80de-9c4991f8d741.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Corasol Though Corasol may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gran Coyote Golf and Playa Xcalacoco. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen-Grand-Coral.dx864805885141356544) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nicte-Ha While Nicte-Ha may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Punta Esmeralda Beach and Gran Coyote Golf. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen-Nicte-Ha.dx864805489142415360) ![Caption---- Maroma beach in Playa del Carmen, Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050867/4c42b18d-9116-4604-8328-f7a2dd66ff2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Maroma Maroma is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Maroma Beach and Paradise Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Playa del Carmen. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen-Maroma.dx6050867) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mundo Hábitat Though Mundo Hábitat may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like 28 de Julio Square and Plaza Las Americas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen-Mundo-Habitat.dx553248635976396819) ![View of busy 5th Avenue, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Caribbean Coast, Yucatan Peninsula, Riviera Maya](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976398296/03abdf90-8be2-4539-8d1a-f427c66146c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Luis Donaldo Colosio If you're spending some time in Luis Donaldo Colosio, Punta Esmeralda Beach and Mamitas Beach are top sights worth seeing. 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