KAYAK - Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo Travel Guide

Playa Del Carmen Travel

Popular Quintana Roo (QR) Destinations

Nearby Cities

Playa Del Carmen Airports

Playa Del Carmen Vacations

Playa del Carmen is a majestic Mexican Playground on the edge of the Caribbean Sea. With white sand beaches, soothing sunshine, and warm waters, it is no wonder why this tropical beach resort community is Mexico's preeminent coastal vacation destination. The marine life and beach activities are numerous and diverse, while the infrastructure is immersed by the magnificent physical beauty of the region. Playa del Carmen is an archeological treasure-trove with an illustrious history. Spectacular ruins from the ancient Mayan empire sit adjacent to the modern tourist destination, and the entire region is decorated with extraordinary indigenous history. Playa del Carmen offers a diverse array of activities for visitors of all ages and interests.

Popular Playa Del Carmen Hotels

Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun
Carretera Federal 387 Chetmal Cancun

Hotel Kinbe
Calle 10 Norte Entre 1a Y 5a

Banyan Tree Mayakoba
Carretera Federal Chetumal-puerto Juarez Km 298

Aventura Mexicana
Avenue 10 Y Calle 24 (New Italian Section)

Fairmont Mayakoba, Riviera Maya
Carretera Federal Cun - Playa del Carmen

Viva Wyndham Azteca
Paseo Xaman-ha, Lote Hotelero No 8

View more Playa Del Carmen hotel info »«

Top rated attractions in Playa Del Carmen

1.	Scuba Dive with Dressel Divers Dressel divers club is one of the premier scuba diving franchises in the world. Dressel divers will allow certified divers to explore shipwrecks and participate in night dives. This is what many avid divers consider the best diving experience in Playa del Carmen. « hide
2.	Take a Hot Air Balloon Ride Many visitors explore beneath the surface of the sea, yet there is also a wonderful view from above the clouds. Taking a hot air balloon ride will enable tourists to gain a full perspective of the spectacular region where the Caribbean Sea meets the land. « hide
3.	Visit Chichen Itza Ruins These Mayan ruins are a great archeological attraction only about two hours away from Playa del Carmen. This is ideal for visitors who want to see a piece of ancient history. Here visitors can travel back in time to experience how the indigenous peoples lived millenniums earlier. « hide
4.	Visit Fifth Avenue Along fifth Avenue visitors will find a wide variety of shops, restaurants, cafes, art galleries, and bars. Many great hotels and quaint bed and breakfasts are also located between the Caribbean Sea and the street. This is the heart of Playa del Carmen. The white sand beaches here are pristine and popular. Fifth Avenue is the main road for strolling and shopping. Fifth Avenue is open all day and night, as many of the most popular bars and nightclubs are situated here and the noise level of the vibrant atmosphere is quite high. « hide
5.	Cruise on the Tutiz Pirate Ship This evening pirate themed pleasure cruise is sure to please even the least enthusiast offshore tourist. With live music, food, and an open bar, this is what many people consider Playa del Carmen’s best party cruise. A large dance floor and a great sound system are aboard. The pirate theme is fun for people of all ages. The Tutiz Pirate Ship is well worth every visitor’s time. « hide
6.	Visit Isla Mujeres This tranquil fishing village is located eight miles across the bay from Playa del Carmen and offers a host of peaceful activities. There are charming hotels, small boutiques, wonderful beaches, and crystal-clear turquoise waters that are sensational for scuba diving, swimming, and snorkeling. Isla Mujeres means island of women in Spanish and those searching for a more off the beaten path day trip near Playa del Carmen will appreciate this colorful retreat. « hide
7.	Take the Booze Cruise The name pretty much says it all. Many locals will agree that the Booze Cruise is everything that it’s measured up to be, and more. With an open bar, drinking games, crazy contests, and basically a floating intoxicated debauchery, many visitors who have experienced all the cruises in Playa del Carmen chose the Booze Cruise as the most lewd, insane, immoral, and plain old enjoyable of them all. It stops at Isla Mujeres where a wonderful buffet is prepared before returning to sea amid this Caribbean catamaran themed party. Dancing and music make this a festive floating celebration. Departs daily from Playa del Carmen hotels. « hide
View more Playa Del Carmen attractions » « View less Playa Del Carmen attractions

Top rated restaurants in Playa Del Carmen

1.	El Mariachi This open air restaurant has great traditional Mexican food at very affordable prices. Mariachi music is performed live and this is a local favorite. The ambience is casual, yet comfortable. The margaritas are very strong and delicious. The tacos de pastor are delicious, and even those who don’t like eating pig should try this local specialty. « hide	6.	Spice Spice is an international cuisine buffet restaurant also located inside the prestigious Royal in Playa del Carmen all inclusive resort. The ambience is elegant and the views are magnificent. Wall to wall windows provide a panoramic view of the courtyard and pool. Theme parties are served up nightly. « hide
2.	Don Cafeto This Mexican restaurant has a friendly open air atmosphere, often with festive live music. The waiters are friendly and cater to tourists so visitors will definitely feel welcome. This is a local favorite. « hide	7.	Da Gabi Ristorante Delectable authentic Italian cuisine is served under an enormous palapa decorated with lights. The brick oven pizza is delicious. « hide
3.	El Tacoqueto This is a local Mexican restaurant with a casual, unpretentious atmosphere and delicious Mexican dishes. This is a very affordable restaurant that is hard to miss, with the bright orange color. It is authentic Mexican at its finest and diners can eat as much as they want and still pay next to nothing. « hide	8.	Agora Restaurant and Bar With a casual atmosphere at reasonable prices, many locals and tourists alike claim that this is one of their favorites. The Italian seafood pastas are their specialty. « hide
4.	Albatros Albatros is an international buffet style restaurant situated within the deluxe Gran Porto Real Playa del Carmen all inclusive resort. The ocean views and beachfront location make this one of Playa del Carmen’s most popular international buffet restaurants. « hide	9.	The Glass Bar Restaurant Situated on one of the most popular corners in Playa del Carmen, this restaurant is perfect for people watching and the ambience is warm and open. The wine selection is endless, and many aficionados of fine wine claim that The Glass Bar Restaurant has one of the finest wine lists in all of Playa del Carmen. This is considered by many a good choice for honeymooners and those looking to savor a romantic dinner. « hide
5.	El Nopal El Nopal is an international buffet restaurant inside the Viva Wyndam Azteca al inclusive resort. Theme dinners are held nightly and festive Mexican parties are frequent in this luxurious restaurant. The spectacular ocean view is first class. « hide

Playa Del Carmen Insider tips

Neighborhoods to avoid

Like all tourist destinations in Mexico, the closer visitors are to the heart of the tourism community the safer they are. Only around the epicenter of tourism attractions will people find the most security and police protection. Visitors should be very cautious where they walk after dark. Avoid the beaches late at night, as this is a popular locations for thieves. Always lock the rental car and remove all valuables. Avoid Avenida Lopez Perillo at all costs. This is an especially dangerous part of town and there is nothing there for tourists at all. If tourists find that they have lost their sense of direction and seem to be wandering farther away from town, it is wise to find a cab back to the center of town. Visitors should always be cautious and aware of surroundings. « hide

Playa Del Carmen nightlife

1.	Senor Frogs This is Playa del Carmen’s famous extravagant nightclub. With state of the art laser shows, fog, CO2, foam, and other attractions this is perfect for the younger generation, and those who want to see a spectacular party. Older people will also enjoy it too, since the establishment is so large that it has a wide variety of ambience. « hide
2.	Alux Alux is restaurant and club actually situated within an enormous cave. This cave has water pools and is an ambience unlike any other place most visitors have ever seen. The architecture and ambience is of a cavern coming up from the bottom of the ocean. « hide

Cheap Cancun Flights

These are the cheapest* flights to Playa Del Carmen found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours. Use the links to see if you can get a better flight deal.

From $397 Flights New York (NYC) - Cancun (CUN)
From $358 Flights Los Angeles (LAX) - Cancun (CUN)
From $419 Flights San Francisco (SFO) - Cancun (CUN)
From $258 Flights Atlanta (ATL) - Cancun (CUN)
From $435 Flights Newark (EWR) - Cancun (CUN)
From $349 Flights Washington (WAS) - Cancun (CUN)
From $311 Flights Chicago (CHI) - Cancun (CUN)
From $403 Flights Chicago (ORD) - Cancun (CUN)
From $435 Flights New York (JFK) - Cancun (CUN)
From $516 Flights Philadelphia (PHL) - Cancun (CUN)