Hotel Plaza Phocea  

In the heart of Playa del Carmen between the beach and Fifth Avenue, minutes from Nuestra Señora del Carmen Catholic Church and Central Square. Walking distance to Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach Club, with Xcaret Eco Theme Park within easy reach. A compact, pet-friendly, family-friendly 30-room hotel steps from shops and sand.

Caribbean-style vibe with recently renovated rooms and a shaded interior patio that feels like a cool hideaway. Rooms come with air-conditioning, ceiling fans, refrigerators or mini-bars, TVs, safes and private terraces; some family rooms offer a kitchenette and three double beds. Daily housekeeping and multilingual staff keep things smooth—expect sea-breeze mornings just steps from the sand.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool, unwind on the terrace, or sip cocktails at the hotel bar and nearby beach bar; a coffee shop/café is also on site. Diving options are available nearby, a roundtrip airport shuttle runs for a surcharge, and laundry service helps you travel light.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected and productive, plus there’s express check-out and a 24-hour front desk for flexible arrivals.

On-site restaurant with a bar serves meals and a café handles light bites; full breakfasts are available daily for a fee. Wind down with drinks at the beach bar after a day of diving or shopping on Quinta Avenida.