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Apartments in Playa del Carmen: 12 highly rated

Twelve apartments in Playa del Carmen with good ratings and plenty of guest reviews: four in the centre, close to Fifth Avenue (Quinta Avenida) and the beach; four in quiet neighbourhoods, with the lowest rates in the guide; and four in the north, from 26th Street to the sea. For each one: where it is, what it offers, what a night costs month by month and what people who stayed there say.

12 apartments 8.1-9.6 rating 6,497 reviews

Price per night month by month · Guest reviews · Map with all 12 places to stay

The 12 at a glance

Apartments, studios and suites with a kitchen or kitchenette: a short walk from Fifth Avenue, in residential neighbourhoods and, in the north, by the sea.

Place to stayTypeRatingReviewsFrom, per night
Casa Creunza de Mar■■■Apartments9.5 Exceptional175≈ US$ 43
abba Suites■■■■Apartments9.3 Superb273≈ US$ 77
The Gallery Condos■■■■Studios8.8 Fabulous1,046≈ US$ 50
Suites Corazon★★★Suites8.6 Fabulous1,747≈ US$ 53
Claro de Luna■■■■Apartments9.0 Superb219≈ US$ 36
Valentina Suites★★★★Apartments8.5 Very good268≈ US$ 36
Condo Casa del Arbol■■■Apartments8.4 Very good293≈ US$ 40
Estudios El Mexicano■■■■Studios8.1 Very good208≈ US$ 22
LOTE4 LGBTQ Studios■■■■Studios9.6 Exceptional217≈ US$ 59
Alizee Tower■■■■Apartments9.2 Superb389≈ US$ 61
Mareazul Beach Front Condos■■■■Condominium9.0 Superb411≈ US$ 201
Suites Cielo y Mar★★★Aparthotel8.7 Fabulous1,251≈ US$ 70

“From” is the lowest price per night over the next 12 months for two people, in US dollars: the cheapest option for two adults at each property. Rates change: the price for your dates is confirmed when you book. ★ = star rating. ■ = quality rating (1 to 5) for properties without stars.

In the centre, close to Fifth Avenue

Four places to stay between 4th and 14th Streets, 250-600 m from the beach and 350-400 m from the ADO bus station: two with a pool, one with a garden and the one with the most reviews in the guide.

Casa Creunza de Mar, in Playa del Carmen

Casa Creunza de Mar

Apartments

9.5 Exceptional · 175 reviews

📍 Calle 4 Norte, in the centre · beach 250 m away · Parque Fundadores 350 m away · ADO bus station 350 m away · Trattoria Pizzería Romeo 9 m away

  • 3-minute walk to the beach
  • Well-equipped kitchen
  • Terrace with garden view
  • Family rooms

The second-highest rating in the guide (9.5): apartments with a garden, a 3-minute walk from the beach and 350 m from Parque Fundadores. Every unit has a terrace with a garden view, air conditioning, a flat-screen satellite TV, a well-equipped kitchen and a private bathroom with a shower, toiletries and a hairdryer. Free WiFi. Guests praise the location, close to Fifth Avenue and the bus station, and the friendliness of the owner and staff.

«The apartment is spotless and has everything. The bed is quite big and very comfortable. Highly recommended!»
10 Cristian Argentina · 03/2026
«The location, close to all the shops, transport and supermarkets. The owner and all the staff were always available.»
10 Valeria Argentina · 02/2026
Price per night, 2 people
≈ US$ 43-48
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abba Suites, in Playa del Carmen

abba Suites

Apartments

9.3 Superb · 273 reviews

📍 Avenida 10 and calle 10 Norte, in the centre · beach 300 m away · ADO bus station 350 m away · Parque Fundadores 600 m away · Magnolias Coffee 30 m away

  • Outdoor pool
  • Gym and terrace
  • Full kitchen and balcony
  • Free parking

Apartments a 4-minute walk from the beach, with an outdoor pool, gym, terrace, bar, business centre, laundry and free private parking. Each apartment has a balcony, a living area, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee maker and kettle, and a private bathroom with a shower. Guests praise the staff, the pool and the fact that, even in the centre, it is quiet.

«Everything was excellent. The staff were super friendly; the facilities 10/10; everything spotless and comfortable. We loved it. It is even better than in the photos.»
10 Florencia Argentina · 10/2026
«The bed was very comfortable, the pool beautiful, the place very lovely and well located, and yet you can’t hear the noise.»
10 Andreina Colombia · 09/2026
Price per night, 2 people
≈ US$ 77-133
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The Gallery Condos, in Playa del Carmen

The Gallery Condos

Studios

8.8 Fabulous · 1,046 reviews

📍 Avenida Constituyentes at avenida 15 Norte · beach 600 m away · ADO bus station 400 m away · Moots restaurant 40 m away

  • Year-round pool and sun terrace
  • Sauna and steam room
  • 24-hour reception
  • Free parking

A condominium of studios in the centre, with over 1,000 reviews: an outdoor pool open all year, a sauna, a steam room, a sun terrace, a poolside bar, 24-hour reception, free parking and breakfast. The studios have a private terrace, air conditioning, a TV, a desk, a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a kitchen with a hob, microwave, fridge, coffee maker and kettle; some have a dishwasher, a sofa bed and a pool view.

«It is close to the ADO station and Fifth Avenue. The place is very quiet: it feels like being at home. The windows block out the noise well and there are lots of appliances inside the suites.»
8 Ilaria Spain · 10/2026
«It is very comfortable and super well equipped, just like living in your own home.»
10 Mariano Argentina · 09/2026
Price per night, 2 people
≈ US$ 50-100
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Suites Corazon, in Playa del Carmen

Suites Corazon

Suites

8.6 Fabulous · 1,747 reviews

📍 Calle 14 Norte, between Fifth Avenue and avenida 10 · beach 450 m away · ADO bus station 350 m away · Primo Restaurante 40 m away

  • The most reviews in the guide
  • Balcony in every suite
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour reception

The place to stay with the most reviews in the guide (over 1,700): 3-star suites a 3-minute walk from the beach and 5 minutes from Fifth Avenue, with air conditioning, a microwave, a small fridge, a living area, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom. Free WiFi, daily housekeeping, 24-hour reception, a terrace, a garden and an airport transfer. According to its listing, there are two large supermarkets a 5-minute walk away.

«The service and the room: everything was spotless.»
9 Garcia Chile · 10/2026
«The great location, without a doubt. It is one of the places I will definitely go back to: this is my second time staying at Suites Corazón and there will certainly be a third.»
10 Adriana Mexico · 10/2026
Price per night, 2 people
≈ US$ 53-106
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In quiet neighbourhoods, at a good price

Four places to stay in residential neighbourhoods, 0.9-2.8 km from the beach: apartments and studios with a kitchen, three with a pool and three with free parking, with the lowest rates in the guide.

Claro de Luna, in Playa del Carmen

Claro de Luna

Apartments

9.0 Superb · 219 reviews

📍 Calle 12 Norte, between avenidas 60 and 70, Ejido neighbourhood · beach 1.7 km away · Playa Mart Paseo 950 m away · ADO bus station 550 m away · Antojitos Doña Emi 150 m away

  • Two pools and a garden
  • Barbecue area
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Apartments in a residential neighbourhood, with two pools, a garden, a barbecue area and free private parking. Some units have a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a flat-screen satellite TV; all have air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries. Free WiFi and an airport transfer for a fee. Guests praise the spacious, clean rooms, the pool and the host’s friendliness.

«Everything was great: spacious, very clean rooms, a pool rated 10, everyone was very happy, and the host was very kind and courteous.»
10 Miriam Mexico · 04/2026
«A very good location; the staff were very friendly. A very comfortable space.»
10 Antoni United States · 10/2025
Price per night, 2 people
≈ US$ 36-56
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Valentina Suites, in Playa del Carmen

Valentina Suites

Apartments

8.5 Very good · 268 reviews

📍 Avenida 40 and avenida Benito Juárez · beach 900 m away (12-minute walk) · Playa Mart Paseo 350 m away · ADO bus station 400 m away

  • 4 stars
  • Full kitchen with dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Free parking

4-star apartments a 12-minute walk from the beach, with a garden and a sun terrace. They have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, fridge, microwave, hob and coffee maker, and a private bathroom with a shower, toiletries and a hairdryer. Free WiFi (50 Mbps), free parking and an airport transfer for a fee. Guests praise how well equipped the apartment is and that it is a 10-minute walk from Fifth Avenue.

«The comforts of the place: the apartment has everything you need. It is a 10-minute walk from Fifth Avenue, Fundadores beach and the ferry, and four blocks away there is a supermarket with everything you need. Very friendly.»
10 Eugenia Argentina · 03/2026
«The location was excellent, close to the avenue, the beach and the supermarket; there was somewhere to park and it was clean and tidy. They were very kind and attentive with all the instructions for arrival, check-in and check-out.»
10 Gigena Mexico · 04/2026
Price per night, 2 people
≈ US$ 36-91
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Condo Casa del Arbol, in Playa del Carmen

Condo Casa del Arbol

Apartments

8.4 Very good · 293 reviews

📍 Calle 21 Sur at diagonal 85 Sur, Ejidal neighbourhood · beach 2.8 km away · El Hongo restaurant 150 m away · Xcaret park 7 km away

  • Pool in the garden
  • Balcony with city view
  • Full kitchen
  • Bicycle and car hire

Apartments in the Ejidal neighbourhood, with a garden and an outdoor pool. Each has a balcony with a city view, a living area, air conditioning, a flat-screen satellite TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a private bathroom with a shower. Free WiFi, bicycle and car hire, and an airport transfer for a fee. Guests praise the spacious rooms and the peace and security of the place.

«The place is very good. It works well for a stay of a few days for work.»
9 Gil Mexico · 09/2026
«The space was large, the bed very comfortable and it had a fridge, which was a great help because I had brought food and drinks for my children. It had a lift.»
9 Erik Mexico · 03/2025
Price per night, 2 people
≈ US$ 40-56
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Estudios El Mexicano, in Playa del Carmen

Estudios El Mexicano

Studios

8.1 Very good · 208 reviews

📍 Calle 44 Norte, between avenidas 25 and 30 · beach 950 m away (12-minute walk) · Playa Mamitas eight blocks away, according to its guests · El Toke Mariscos 10 m away

  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Full kitchen
  • Free parking

Modern studios with the lowest rates in the guide, a 12-minute walk from the beach: an outdoor pool, a terrace and free parking. Every studio has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge, microwave and coffee maker. Free WiFi. Guests praise the terrace, the pool, the price and the supermarkets a few blocks away.

«The location and the price, the terrace and the pool.»
9 Ramírez Mexico · 03/2026
«The location: it is two blocks from two supermarkets and four from Fifth Avenue; Playa Mamitas is eight blocks away, and a supermarket is six. Everything is very close to the accommodation, and you can do it all on foot.»
8 Leonardo Spain · 09/2026
Price per night, 2 people
≈ US$ 22-50
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In the north and by the sea

From 26th Street to 80th Street and, further north, by the sea: the best-rated place in the guide (9.6), two with a pool 700 m from the beach and an oceanfront condominium with a private beach area.

LOTE4 LGBTQ Studios, in Playa del Carmen

LOTE4 LGBTQ Studios

Studios

9.6 Exceptional · 217 reviews

📍 Circuito 26, north of the centre · beach 850 m away (10-minute walk) · ADO bus station 550 m away · Café Choux Choux 20 m away

  • The best rating in the guide: 9.6
  • Outdoor pool
  • Kitchen with oven
  • Barbecue and terrace

The best-rated place in the guide (9.6): LGBTQ studios a 10-minute walk from the beach, with an outdoor pool, a terrace and a barbecue. Each studio has air conditioning, a terrace, a living area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and oven, and a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries; some have a dining area or a patio. Free WiFi. Guests praise the area, quiet yet close to everything, the pool and the staff.

«Everything was perfect: the facilities, the location (in a quiet area but close to everything) and the staff, always available.»
10 David Spain · 09/2025
«Excellent facilities, just like in the pictures. We loved it: within walking distance of the tourist area, and the pool was very pleasant.»
10 Reyes Colombia · 06/2025
Price per night, 2 people
≈ US$ 59-115
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Alizee Tower, in Playa del Carmen

Alizee Tower

Apartments

9.2 Superb · 389 reviews

📍 Calle 42 Norte A, north of the centre · beach 700 m away (8-minute walk) · El Señor de los Pollos 50 m away · Cocktelería Manigua 100 m away

  • Pool and terrace
  • Gym
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Full kitchen with dining area

Apartments an 8-minute walk from the beach, with an outdoor pool, a terrace, a gym and daily housekeeping. They have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee maker and kettle, and a private bathroom with a shower, toiletries and a hairdryer. Free WiFi, car hire and an airport transfer for a fee. Guests praise the cleanliness, the service and the views from the terrace.

«Warm, friendly service, the location, the cleanliness, a very comfortable bed, the pool area, the gym and the views from the terrace.»
10 Enrique Spain · 02/2026
«I loved the service; everything was super clean, and the apartments were very well cared for and well maintained.»
10 Guadalupe Argentina · 03/2026
Price per night, 2 people
≈ US$ 61-123
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Mareazul Beach Front Condos, in Playa del Carmen

Mareazul Beach Front Condos

Condominium

9.0 Superb · 411 reviews

📍 Carretera Federal km 294, on the sea, about 5 km north of Parque Fundadores · beach 8 m away · Antojitos La Pasadita 250 m away

  • On the sea, with a private beach area
  • Two pools and a hot tub
  • Gym, restaurant and bar
  • Kitchen with dishwasher

An oceanfront condominium in the north of Playa del Carmen, with a private beach area, two outdoor pools, a garden, a hot tub, a gym, an American-cuisine restaurant, a bar, free parking and an airport transfer for a fee. The apartments have sea views, a TV, a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer, and a kitchen with a fridge, dishwasher, oven, microwave, hob, toaster and coffee maker. Guests praise the peace and quiet, the beach and the spacious apartments.

«The development is in a prime spot: it is very quiet and ideal for relaxing. The apartment, a luxury one, has every amenity and makes you feel at home. The pool was impressive: a place the children really enjoy.»
10 Luis Mexico · 08/2026
«The inside of the apartments is elegant, comfortable and understated. A clean, beautiful beach. The restaurant near the beach was spectacular.»
10 Gustavo Colombia · 09/2025
Price per night, 2 people
≈ US$ 201-294
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Suites Cielo y Mar, in Playa del Carmen

Suites Cielo y Mar

Aparthotel

8.7 Fabulous · 1,251 reviews

📍 Calle 80 Norte at Fifth Avenue · beach 700 m away (8-minute walk) · Casa Venado and Restaurante La 88 200 m away

  • Good breakfast
  • Pool and garden
  • Free parking
  • Daily housekeeping

A 3-star aparthotel with over 1,200 reviews, an 8-minute walk from the beach: an outdoor pool, a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace, daily housekeeping, free parking and a buffet or continental breakfast. The units have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave and coffee maker, and a private bathroom with a shower, toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests praise the breakfast, the peace and quiet and the spacious rooms.

«A very complete place to stay, I would say very family-friendly. The room was spacious, with high ceilings, very pleasant and very clean, with huge windows, fantastic beds, air conditioning and a lovely view of the garden and the trees. An excellent bathroom: they even provide splendid towels in case you want to go to the beach, and you leave the car parked at the hotel.»
10 Francisco Chile · 09/2026
«The place is very close to the beach and Fifth Avenue; it is quiet and clean.»
10 Haidee Mexico · 08/2026
Price per night, 2 people
≈ US$ 70-80
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The 12 places to stay on the map

Tap a number to see the place to stay. The ones in the centre are between the beach and the ADO bus station; those in the quiet neighbourhoods are further west, and those in the north run from 26th Street to Mareazul, by the sea, about 5 km north of Parque Fundadores.

When to go

Average daytime high for each month in Playa del Carmen, on the Riviera Maya.

Jan26°
Feb27°
Mar28°
Apr29°
May30°
Jun30°
Jul31°
Aug31°
Sep30°
Oct29°
Nov28°
Dec27°
Dry season (Dec-Apr)Transition months (May and Nov)Rainy season (Jun-Oct)
🌡️ Warm all year round: average highs of 26 °C in January and 31 °C in July and August☀️ Dry season (December to April): highs of 26 to 29 °C; February, March and April are the months with the least rain (34-39 mm)🌧️ Rainy season (June to October): highs of 29 to 31 °C; June, September and October are the wettest (200-242 mm)💧 About 1,390 mm of rain a year📊 2015-2024 averages at the city’s coordinates (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis)

On each property’s card, the months marked “·” have no rate published yet: properties open their calendar in stages. It does not mean they are closed.

Things to do from Playa del Carmen

The most-reviewed tours departing from Playa del Carmen: Chichén Itzá with a cenote and Valladolid, Tulum with snorkelling on the reef, cenotes and sea turtles, and a sailing trip to Isla Mujeres.

Tours and experiences from Playa del Carmen

Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour

Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour

★ 4.725,665 reviewsfrom US$ 49

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Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch

Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch

★ 4.717,055 reviewsfrom US$ 39

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Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and Tequila Tasting

Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and Tequila Tasting

★ 4.86,908 reviewsfrom US$ 39

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Tulum, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote & Mayan Ceremony

Tulum, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote & Mayan Ceremony

★ 4.84,341 reviewsfrom US$ 129

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Isla Mujeres Luxury Sailing: Adults Only or Family Friendly

Isla Mujeres Luxury Sailing: Adults Only or Family Friendly

★ 4.63,691 reviewsfrom US$ 55

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Half-Day Sea Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling Tour from Cancun & Riviera Maya

Half-Day Sea Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling Tour from Cancun & Riviera Maya

★ 4.82,725 reviewsfrom US$ 99

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Complete your trip

Everything to plan the whole trip.

Car hire

🚗 Car hire

To get around the Riviera Maya: Tulum, Xcaret, the cenotes and Chichén Itzá.

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Flights

✈️ Flights

Look for flights to Cancún international airport, about 55 km from Playa del Carmen.

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Airport transfer

🚕 Airport transfer

A driver waiting for you at Cancún airport, at a price fixed in advance.

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What the transfer includes

🛡️ What the transfer includes

The driver tracks your flight and waits up to 45 minutes if it is delayed. The price is fixed in advance, including taxes, tolls and tip. You are met with a sign with your name, the vehicle matches your group size, and you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before.

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Getting there

🛫

Cancún airport · 54-56 km

This is the international airport the listings give as a reference: from Suites Corazon, about 45 minutes by car. Suites Corazon offers an airport transfer, and Claro de Luna, Valentina, Casa del Arbol, Alizee Tower and Mareazul offer one for a fee.

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ADO bus station

The four places to stay in the centre are 350-400 m from the ADO bus station, and LOTE4 is 550 m away. Valentina and Claro de Luna are 400-550 m from another ADO station, to the west.

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Getting around the city

In the centre you can walk to the beach and Fifth Avenue. There is free parking at abba Suites, The Gallery, Claro de Luna, Valentina, El Mexicano, Mareazul and Cielo y Mar, and Casa del Arbol hires out bicycles and cars.

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Frequently asked questions

Which places to stay in this guide have the highest rating?

LOTE4 LGBTQ Studios, with 9.6; Casa Creunza de Mar, with 9.5; abba Suites, with 9.3, and Alizee Tower, with 9.2. Suites Corazon has the most reviews, over 1,700, with 8.6.

What does the price per night include?

It is the approximate price for two people per night, in US dollars: the cheapest option for two adults at each property. All of them have free WiFi. The price for your dates is confirmed when you book.

Which ones are closest to the beach?

Mareazul is right on the sea, with a private beach area. Casa Creunza de Mar is 250 m from the beach; abba Suites, 300 m; Suites Corazon, 450 m, and The Gallery Condos, 600 m. Alizee Tower and Suites Cielo y Mar are 700 m away.

Which ones have a pool?

abba Suites; The Gallery Condos, with a sauna and steam room; Claro de Luna and Mareazul, with two pools each (Mareazul also has a hot tub); Condo Casa del Arbol; Estudios El Mexicano; LOTE4; Alizee Tower, and Suites Cielo y Mar.

What is there to do in Playa del Carmen?

Go to the beach and stroll along Fifth Avenue. Tours leave from the city for Chichén Itzá and Valladolid, Tulum and the cenotes, swimming with sea turtles and sailing to Isla Mujeres; Xcaret park is 7-13 km from the properties.

When is the best time to go?

The dry season, from December to April, has highs of 26 to 29 °C and the least rain. June to October is the rainy season, with highs of 29 to 31 °C. Each property’s card shows the price per night month by month.

How do I get there?

By plane, to Cancún international airport, 54-56 km from the properties, and then by road. The four in the centre are 350-400 m from the ADO bus station.