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Playa del Carmen Vacation: Coronavirus Information
Most Playa del Carmen hotels offer free cancellation. Consider booking refundable hotels rather than non-refundable ones. Just look for the ‘free cancellation’ message during your hotel search. Prices can vary, but right now we believe that flexibility matters.
For more information about the impact of COVID-19 on your Playa del Carmen trip, please visit our Coronavirus Information page (opens in new window).
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Playa del Carmen Vacation
Playa del Carmen Beach Vacation
There's nothing like a Playa del Carmen vacation to give you a little extra bounce in your step. The soothing sounds of the ocean waves and the smell of clean ocean air will help refresh your mind, body and soul. To be close to the city center on your trip to Playa del Carmen, base yourself around Maroma Beach (10 miles (16 km) away). If you're intending to stick around a while, look into our Playa del Carmen vacation packages. Not only will you save some money, you'll also have other beautiful beaches near you to explore, like Mamitas Beach Club and Paradise Beach. We call that a win-win!
Things You Should Know About Playa del Carmen
- Held on the 16th of September every year, Independence Day is one party you won't want to miss in Mexico. Arrange your Playa del Carmen vacation around this important celebration and join the local community in their festivities.
- Before you set off, see if you can buy some Mexican pesos. It's never a bad idea to arrive in an unfamiliar place with a little of the local currency in your pocket. Want an easy way to stretch your dollar? Our Playa del Carmen packages will save you plenty of money and time!
- You won't be short of friends to have a laugh with in Playa del Carmen. About 149,900 residents call this incredible place home.
- There are tons of terrific attractions here, such as Xcaret Eco Theme Park. If you're eager to see more of the area's great sights, lock in one of our affordable Playa del Carmen vacation deals.
Save Time and Money with Playa del Carmen Packages
What is the best way to save money on my Playa del Carmen vacation?
Saving is simple with our Playa del Carmen vacation packages. Combine your accommodations, flights and extras (such as activities and car rental) into one booking and save as much as $583. Expedia has 550 partner airlines and 1,000,000 worldwide properties to select from, so choice won't be a problem! Not only that, there's no cancellation fee on most reservations if you need to change your plans.
Which airports can I fly into for a Playa del Carmen vacation?
With 235 flights monthly, Cozumel, Quintana Roo Airport (CZM-Cozumel Intl.) is probably where you'll arrive for your Playa del Carmen vacation. It's the only major airport in the city.
What are the most popular types of hotels for a trip to Playa del Carmen?
There are many types of accommodations to choose from in Playa del Carmen. It all comes down to the way you like to travel. Perhaps you want to be relaxing in apartments for most of your trip, or maybe condos are more what you're looking for. There are also some terrific hotels and private vacation homes to consider.
What does a vacation booking with Expedia include?
From cars, hotels and flights to experiences and activities, the choice is yours. With our Playa del Carmen vacation packages, you can lock in just one of these, all of them or any combination in between. The more options you add, the more discounts you enjoy!
What are the best things to do in Playa del Carmen?
The ideal vacation is a mix of enjoying your favorite pastimes and trying new adventures. On your trip to Playa del Carmen, there'll be plenty of opportunities to do both. Find something right up your alley by checking out this list:
- Swim with Sailfish Adventure from Riviera Maya
- Speedy Shuttle: Cancun Airport (CUN)
- Private Cancun Tour 5x1
- Contoy National Park Adventure
- Private Catamaran to Isla Mujeres
- Experience Monster Truck, Zipline & Cenote
For more options, check out our Playa del Carmen things to do page.
*Savings based on all vacation package bookings with Flight + Hotel on Expedia.com from January through December 2020, as compared to price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages. For Free Flight or 100% Off Flight deals, package savings is greater than or equal to the current cost of one component, when both are priced separately.
Guide to Exploring around Playa del Carmen
Top Playa del Carmen Flight + Hotel Deals
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. - Cancun Intl.
$1,702
The price now is $1,077 per personFlight + Hotel
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. - Cancun Intl.
$729
The price now is $489 per personFlight + Hotel
Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. - Cancun Intl.
$1,598
The price now is $1,125 per personFlight + Hotel
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. - Cancun Intl.
$866
The price now is $632 per personFlight + Hotel
Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24
Liberty Intl. - Cancun Intl.
$1,753
The price now is $1,299 per personFlight + Hotel
Sat, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 27
Liberty Intl. - Cancun Intl.
$1,329
The price now is $1,003 per personFlight + Hotel
Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24
Liberty Intl. - Cancun Intl.
$2,094
The price now is $1,582 per personFlight + Hotel
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. - Cancun Intl.
$1,041
The price now is $792 per personFlight + Hotel
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. - Cancun Intl.
$720
The price now is $550 per personFlight + Hotel
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. - Cancun Intl.
$550
The price now is $423 per personFlight + Hotel
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. - Cancun Intl.
$2,674
The price now is $2,059 per personFlight + Hotel
Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. - Cancun Intl.
$1,980
The price now is $1,528 per personFlight + Hotel
Top Flight Deals
These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Best Lodging Options Near Playa del Carmen
Per night/room
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks and Tours / All Fun Inclusive
Carr. Chetumal - Puerto Juarez Km. 282, Playa del Carmen, QROOAmazing is an understatement! A must visit ! Perfection of a hotel and staff !
Per night/room
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
Carretera Federal 307, KM 282, Chetumal a Puerto Juarez, Xcaret, Playa del Carmen, QROOThe hotel was amazing!! The place is well take care of. Everyone so helpful. It’s amazing how they keep so clean. There’s always making sure your tooken care. They even included food and drinks all included. The price is so worth it. It’s so close to the main parks. One thing I did have issue was ...
Per night/room
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Fairmont Mayakoba
Ctra Federal Cancun - Playa Del Carmen K, Playa del Carmen, QROOSuch a beautiful place to visit, we enjoy the bikes that are available for pedaling around the resort.
Per night/room
Aug 15 - Aug 16
The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences - All Senses Inclusive
Fraccionamiento El Limonar, Xcalacoco, Playa del Carmen, QROOResort is awesome. Due to COVID-19 they were only operating a few restaurants for each meal so not a lot of choices but during lunch the burger stand and taco stand down by the beach is the best
Sandos Playacar All Inclusive
Paseo Xaman-Ha, Mza. 1, Lote 1 Fracc. Playacar, Playa del Carmen, QROOWonderful place to stay. Considering Covid 19 is still in effect globally, this resort is extremely safe. Staff required all guests use handsanitiser before entering any place to eat. All staff wore face masks non stop. This even includes the gardner's and guys cutting grass. The reaort was at 20 ...
Per night/room
Aug 12 - Aug 13
The Reef Cocobeach - Optional All Inclusive
Región 6, Calle Flamingo Lt 1 Mz 7, Luis Donaldo Colosio, Playa del Carmen, QROOExcellent and friendly staff!!! If you’re looking to save money this is a great hotel. Just don’t expect 5 ⭐️ accommodations. Would definitely recommend for the traveler on a budget.
Per night/room
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Grand Hyatt Playa Del Carmen Resort
1a Avenida esquina Calle 26, Colonia Centro, Playa del Carmen, QROOThe property is gorgeous and the staff is fantastic. Due to Covid restrictions, the police were occasionally asking people to get out of the ocean in front of the property but as soon as they left you could go back in:). There is a great little day club almost right on the property and the location ...
Per night/room
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Riu Palace Riviera Maya All Inclusive
Avenida Xaman-ha, Mza 9 and 10, L1, Playacar Riu Resort Complex, Playa del Carmen, QROOThe service at this resort is phenomenal. I would recommend this location to everyone.
Top Activities in Playa del Carmen
#1Chichén Itzá All-Inclusive with Cenote Hubiku and Valladolid
Get an up-close look at the charms and treasures of the Yucatán on this all-inclusive day of exploration. You can learn about the vast archeological site of ...
#2Xcaret Park Tickets
Spend a day celebrating the natural beauty and rich culture of Mexico at Xcaret Park. Located in the heart of the Riviera Maya, this nature-based park featur...
#3Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Lunch & Open Bar
Cruise away from Cancun's sun-soaked coast to head to the pristine shores of Isla Mujeres. Spend the day sailing on a catamaran with plenty of room to stretc...
#4Xplor Park Tickets
Gear up for an action-packed day of thrills and exploration at the incredible Xplor Park. Equipped with 2 zipline circuits, an underground river, lush jungle...
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