Thompson Playa Del Carmen Beach House

On Playa del Carmen's sand in Centro, this 4.5-star beachfront hotel sits steps from Central Square, the Maritime Terminal and Nuestra Señora del Carmen church. Quinta Alegría and Yucatek Divers are both within a 10-minute walk, putting shops, ferries and scuba options close at hand.

Just 27 air-conditioned rooms with private balconies, MP3 docking stations and minibars. Rooms include 55-inch flat-screen TVs, bathrobes and slippers, plus 24-hour room service. Clean, coastal design with modern tech touches makes the vibe relaxed and stylish.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool and sip at the poolside bar or the bar/lounge. On-site restaurant serves all-day dining. Complimentary WiFi in rooms and public areas, concierge, valet and self-parking available, and a roundtrip airport shuttle can be arranged for a surcharge. Smoke-free property — wake up to sea-breeze mornings on your balcony.

24-hour front desk, multilingual staff and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Concierge services and airport shuttle options help keep schedules on track.

An on-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with 24-hour room service if you prefer to dine in. Finish the night at the bar/lounge or grab a cocktail by the pool.