Riviera Maya Travel Guide
Playa del Carmen




Visit Riviera Maya
Stay near popular Riviera Maya attractions
Things to do

ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventuring Cancun

Chichen Itza, Cenote Saamal & Valladolid

Whale Shark Safari Snorkeling Tour

Chichen Itza with Cenote Noolha, Zip-Line, Mayan Lunch and Valladolid Town

Tulum Experience Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim with Lunch
Top hotels in Riviera Maya

Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive
"Poor beach"
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive
"I was disappointed with the food. The arrangements necessary to make a reservation prior to 4 PM on the same day was also a disappointment. I dislike the fact that they did not have paper straws. For frozen margaritas. I understand the environmental concern, but paper straws with a frozen Margarita ..."
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive
"We had an awesome time at Hyatt Zilara. The staff is excellent and super friendly. They have an awesome coffee shop with excellent coffee and pastries. The breakfast buffet is good. Food was to be as expected at an all inclusive resort. The Asian restaurant and the hibachi was the best. Pool is nice ..."
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

Blue Diamond Wellness Resort – All Inclusive – Adults Only
"This place was beautiful and super super quiet! The staff is absolutely amazing! I hate that i forget their names but everyone literally everyone is so nice and welcoming. It was my birthday and they gave me endless love and even gave me a couple of bottles of wine complimentary for the occasion! ..."
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
"Good"
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

Iberostar Selection Riviera Cancún - All Inclusive
"Food was very good. Really liked that you didn’t have to make reservations at restaurants. Resort was very clean. Not much of a beach. Not much nightlife."
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Riviera Maya

Playacar
Amazing beaches great entertainment and top sights from Playa del Carmen Main Beach to Playacar Golf Club – discover Playacar, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Gonzalo Guerrero
If you're spending some time in Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Playa del Carmen
If you're spending some time in Downtown Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.

Playa del Carmen Centro
A noteworthy feature of Playa del Carmen Centro is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal.

Luis Donaldo Colosio
If you're spending some time in Luis Donaldo Colosio, Punta Esmeralda Beach and Mamitas Beach are top sights worth seeing.



















