Perfect Winter Escapes: 10 Dreamy All-Inclusive Resorts Near Playa del Carmen

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With so many options, choosing where to stay in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, takes a lot of work. Each hotel and resort looks better than the last, and sometimes you’re unsure how to choose. 

Here are ten tried and tested, all-inclusive resorts and hotels in and around Playa del Carmen to help make your decision a little easier and your next vacation unforgettable.

1. Hilton Playa del Carmen

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Address: Av. Constituyentes 2, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

Adults Only

The Hilton Playa del Carmen offers an adults-only, all-inclusive beachfront experience. Located just a few steps from Fifth Avenue, you can enjoy a little shopping and absorb the magical beachfront views while sipping a cocktail. 

2. Iberostar Grand Paraiso

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Address: Avenida del Sol 309, Playa Paraiso, 77710 Riviera Maya, Q.R., Mexico

Adults Only

This luxury hotel on the Riviera Maya boasts attentive service, tableside and buffet dining, top-shelf liquor, non-motorized sports, golf, and jet skis. One traveler describes this hotel as a “friendly neighborhood bar.”

3. Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya

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Address: AV Xaman-Ha Mza 9 Y 10 Lote 1 Fase II, Playacar, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

Riu Palace Riviera Maya is situated on a beautiful beach in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy all-inclusive 24-hour service, free Wi-Fi, an incredible gastronomic experience, and exciting entertainment programs.

4. Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa

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Address: Fracc. Bahia Petempich, Carr Federal Cancun KM 27.5, 77585 Puerto Morelos, Q.R., Mexico

Adults Only

Breathless is an adults-only, 5-star resort offering a high-end Playa del Carmen experience. Guests also have the opportunity to visit its sister hotels within walking distance and use their amenities as well.

5. Playacar Palace

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Address: Bahía del Espíritu Santo s/n, Centro, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

A crowd favorite, Playacar Palace is a smaller resort that serves high-quality drinks, food, and overall service. The resort is close to the ferry dock where you can visit Cozumel, Fifth Avenue for the shops, and Playa del Carmen’s exciting nightlife.

6. Hoteles Xcaret México

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Address: Carretera Federal Chetumal-Puerto Juárez, Av. Solidaridad 2-Kilómetro 282 Lt 023, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

Family Friendly

Experience one of the best accommodations in Playa del Carmen at Hoteles Xcaret. This all-inclusive luxury hotel offers tailor-made experiences for customers, from families with little kids to solo travelers collecting unique experiences. 

7. Paradisus La Perla

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Address: Calle 88 Nte, Luis Donaldo Colosio, 77719 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

Adults Only

Alongside a white-sand beach and within a mangrove forest, Paradisus La Perla offers the perfect place for an adults-only all-inclusive holiday. Enjoy delectable cuisine worldwide, a relaxing spa day, and a beach escape when you visit.

8. Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya

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Address: Carretera Federal 307 Puerto Juarez KM 311, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

Adults Only

The Valentin Imperial is an award-winning resort with a Mexican hacienda design, tropical gardens, a stunning swimming pool, and access to a secluded beach. It’s a 5-star, adults-only hotel with 24-hour room service, nightly entertainment, and daily activities. 

9. Fairmont Mayakoba

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Address: Carretera Federal Cancún Supermanzana Km 298, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

Adults Only

Whether playing a round of golf, being pampered at a world-class spa, or exploring the second-biggest coral reef in the world, Fairmont Mayakoba offers it all. This beautiful luxury hotel sits within a gated community and tropical forest and is an excellent choice in Playa del Carmen.

10. Ocean Riviera Paradise

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Address: Crta. Federal Cancún Chetumal, km 296 Manzana 020 Lote 007-1, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

Surrounded by lush vegetation and several swimming pools, this 5-star resort also offers a gorgeous beach just a few feet from the hotel. It has 12 bars and ten restaurants to choose from when you are ready to wine and dine. 

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Jordy Johnson

Jordy gave up her home base to travel South Africa and experience more of her country. From that decision, she’s landed work as a travel writer for a magazine that showcases southern Africa and has grown her Instagram travel page, WeTheWests. She enjoys showing locals and foreigners all the beautiful and unique places and experiences South Africa and the rest of the world have to offer.

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