The Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Playa del Carmen

Play del Carmen, Mexico Play del Carmen, Mexico

Playa del Carmen, Mexico makes for a perfect weekend getaway, and finding the right hotel can make all the difference. So, if you're looking for where to stay for a weekend in Playa del Carmen, you'll find our researched suggestions below. Whether you're a family looking to explore the city or a couple in need of a romantic escape, we've analyzed all of the hotels based on key criteria to help you find the perfect place to stay for a long weekend in Playa del Carmen. From affordable rates to luxurious accommodations, Playa del Carmen offers a variety of places to stay for a 2-day or 3-day trip. The hotels we recommend are equipped with amenities that will make your stay relaxing and comfortable. Plus, their convenient locations will allow you to explore all the exciting things to do and see in the area over your ultimate weekend escape. After a long day of sightseeing, you can unwind at a restaurant, enjoy the vibrant nightlife, or simply enjoy the comfort of your room. If you're traveling with family, we recommend hotels that are family-friendly and offer amenities that cater to children. For couples looking for a romantic weekend, we suggest hotels with nice surroundings, good views, and luxurious amenities. With our detailed analysis of the best hotels for a weekend in Playa del Carmen, you'll be sure to find the perfect place to stay for your weekend escape.

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

Fairmont Mayakoba Riviera Maya - All Inclusive

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $487 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect Hotel for a 3-day trip in Playa del Carmen
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pets allowed
  • Spa

Located at Ctra. Fed. Cancun - Playa del Carmen KM 298 Solidaridad, Fairmont Mayakoba Riviera Maya - All Inclusive has great rooms from $487 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center. It has a terrific 9.10 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 7.7 km from the city center, visitors will especially love scuba diving, snorkeling, a bar, hiking, and rooms with kitchenettes at this convenient hotel. Having a kitchenette is a nice way for you to have some meals in the room, too.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Pets allowed
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Beach
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hiking
  • Kitchenette
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Game room
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tennis
  • Coffee shop
  • Refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Kids' club


Fairmont Mayakoba

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $311 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Stay for a Weekend Trip to Playa del Carmen
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pets allowed
  • Spa

A great place to stay is Fairmont Mayakoba which has nice rooms starting at $311. Offering an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and scuba diving, it also has a great guest rating of 8.90 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at Carretera Federal Cancun. This fun hotel is also nice because it offers snorkeling, a bar, outdoor tennis, hiking, and child care which weekend visitors will enjoy. Also, it's just 7.1 km from the city center. The service at the restaurant is terrific, and so is the food.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Bicycle rental
  • Beach
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hiking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Private pool
  • Coffee shop
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kids' club


Acanto Hotel Boutique & Condominiums

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $95 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Hotel for the Ultimate 3 Days in Playa del Carmen
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pets allowed
  • Spa

We found Acanto Hotel Boutique & Condominiums to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $95. We loved that is has an outdoor pool, room service, a casino, a fitness center, and scuba diving, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 8.60 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at 16th Street North. You'll also find snorkeling, breakfast, hiking, rooms with kitchens, and rooms with kitchenettes which weekend travelers will love. And this comfortable hotel is just 0.7 km from the center of town. Don't forget that there's a kitchen in the room to cook your meals, too. It's a great value, too, because it's less than the average price for weekend trip hotels.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Free breakfast
  • Pets allowed
  • Spa
  • Horse riding
  • Beach
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Casino
  • Fitness center
  • Hiking
  • Kitchenette
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Tennis
  • Coffee shop
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Breakfast in the room


Banyan Tree Mayakoba

5-star Resort with prices starting at $687 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for 2 Days in Playa del Carmen
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Family-Friendly
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pets allowed
  • Spa
  • Heated pool

With terrific rooms from $687, Banyan Tree Mayakoba, at Carretera Federal Chetumal- Puerto Juárez Km. 298 provides an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center. Its terrific guest rating is 9.40 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. Travelers will really like this relaxing hotel which also offers snorkeling, a bar, rooms with kitchenettes, child care, and laundry services. It's located just 6.8 km from the city center, too. You'll love relaxing in the heated pool after a busy day exploring.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Beach
  • Family-Friendly
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kitchenette
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Game room
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Heated pool
  • Private pool
  • Tennis
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Infinity pool
  • Kids' club


Andaz Mayakoba - a concept by Hyatt

5-star Resort with prices starting at $311 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Weekend Getaway Hotel
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pets allowed
  • Spa
  • Heated pool

Andaz Mayakoba - a concept by Hyatt has a great guest rating of 9.00 out of 10, and offers an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and scuba diving. The great rooms here start at $311 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at Carreterra Federal Chetumal-Puerto Juarez KM 298. Furthermore, it also offers snorkeling, a bar, child care, laundry services, and golf, which is nice for visitors. Just 7.5 km from the city center, this terrific hotel is a terrific choice. The pool here was very nice, relaxing, and fun.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Pets allowed
  • Spa
  • Beach
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Heated pool
  • Private pool
  • Tennis
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Infinity pool
  • Kids' club


Sandos Caracol Eco Resort

5-star Resort with prices starting at $131 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Terrific Hotel for a Long Weekend in Playa del Carmen
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 5-star hotels.
  • Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa

The great guest rating of Sandos Caracol Eco Resort is 7.80 out of 10. This place has an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a water park, and a restaurant. Prices for the terrific rooms are from $131, and it's located at Carretera Cancún, Chetumal, Km.295. We also love the a fitness center, scuba diving, snorkeling, a bar, and a kid-friendly buffet which are great for weekend visitors. And since it's just 4.4 km from the center of the town, the location is great, too. Spending time at the water park is such a nice activity for kids and adults alike!

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Water park
  • Snorkeling
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Bicycle rental
  • Beach
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Hiking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Game room
  • Free parking
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Tennis
  • Playground
  • Kids' club


Viva Wyndham Maya All Inclusive

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $128 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Stay for a Weekend Escape
  • Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa

A cool place is Viva Wyndham Maya All Inclusive because it has great rooms that start at $128. It has an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and scuba diving, it also earned a great guest rating of 8.10 out of 10 from people who have stayed here before. It's found at Paseo Xaman-ha, Lote Hotelero 5, Fracc. Playacar. Only 3.8 km from the city center, weekend travelers will especially love snorkeling, a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, child care, and golf at this fun hotel. Everyone loves a good hot tub, and this one is really nice.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Free breakfast
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Horse riding
  • Beach
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Free parking
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Tennis
  • Playground
  • Kids' club


Allegro Playacar All-Inclusive Resort

4-star Resort with prices starting at $123 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Nice Option for a Weekend Retreat
  • Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa

Allegro Playacar All-Inclusive Resort offers an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center which we really like. The terrific rooms here start at $123 (before taxes). It's located at Lote Hotelero No. 7, Desarrollo Playacar and has earned a guest rating of 8.10/10. This comfortable hotel is also nice because it offers scuba diving, snorkeling, a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, and breakfast which travelers will enjoy. Also, it's just 3.4 km from the city center. Don't miss the pool bar which offers drinks and a fun area to unwind.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Breakfast included
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Bicycle rental
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beach
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing
  • Playground
  • Kids' club


Hotel LunaSol

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $65 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect Hotel for a 3-day trip in Playa del Carmen
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for weekend trip hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Family-Friendly
  • Outdoor pool

Located at Calle 4 between Av. 15 & 20 169, Hotel LunaSol has great rooms from $65 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, scuba diving, snorkeling, child care, and laundry services. It has a terrific 8.90 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. You'll also find golf, city views, cooking classes, a child pool, and free parking which visitors will love. And this relaxing hotel is just 1.3 km from the center of town. It's a great value, as the price is less than the average for weekend trip hotels.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling
  • Child pool
  • Horse riding
  • Bicycle rental
  • Beach
  • Family-Friendly
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Tennis
  • Refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Saltwater pool


Viceroy Riviera Maya - Luxury Resort

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $481 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Stay for a Weekend Trip to Playa del Carmen
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Family-Friendly
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pets allowed
  • Spa

A great place to stay is Viceroy Riviera Maya - Luxury Resort which has nice rooms starting at $481. Offering an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and scuba diving, it also has a great guest rating of 8.70 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at Playa Xcalacoco Frac 7. Weekend visitors will really like this terrific hotel which also offers snorkeling, a bar, parking, laundry services, and pet-friendly rooms. It's located just 5 km from the city center, too. The room service is especially nice after a long day.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Bicycle rental
  • Beach
  • Family-Friendly
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Laundry service
  • Fishing
  • Private pool
  • Breakfast in the room


Also, take a look at the Weekend Trip hotels in nearby destinations: Cancún, Tulum, Puerto Morelos, and Isla Mujeres.

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How much do hotels for a weekend visit cost in Playa del Carmen?

Playa del Carmen Average Weekend Trip Hotel Price
$116

After analyzing 125 weekend trip hotels in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, we found the average weekend trip hotel price to be a remarkably economical $116. Naturally, this destination has many fantastic weekend trip accommodation options with a variety of prices. The price will vary by the hotel's amenities, available dates, and the general location. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Playa del Carmen.

The average prices of our suggested weekend trip hotels by star rating:

  • 5-star hotels: $285
  • 4-star hotels: $107
  • 3-star hotels: $55


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