What's the best hotel in Playa del Carmen, Mexico?

Hotel/Resorts in Playa del Carmen, Mexico?

• Hello, I am planning a trip with my family (Mother, Father, Son, and his girlfriend, both 20 years old). What hotels/resorts would you recommend in Playa del Carmen based on money and ...show more

• Answer:

  I would highly recommend the Riu Playacar or Riu Yucatan. They are an easy 20 minute walk or 3 minute cab ride from Fifth Avenue in Playa Del Carmen, very close to the Riu Tequila as well, but the Riu Tequila is not on the beach. When you stay at one of these three you can go to all three. We stayed at the Riu Playacar in April and it's a nice smaller resort with minimal walking, the most amazing service (staff is absolutely wonderful), nice beach, and food was basic, but definitely good as well. It was great for families and couples. There was nightly entertainment and rooms were very nice. The value is great right now as well and I already want to go back. We booked on www.deals2cancun.com and received a 10% rebate, so we saved even more and our hotel transfers to/from the airport were included in the price. I would highly recommend going this route. If you're torn between the Yucatan and Playacar, the Yucatan costs just slightly more, but may have a bit more entertainment for the 20 year olds. The beach is a little larger and pool bar area is as well. There are also monkeys at the Riu Yucatan :).