Playa del Carmen

The community's most central section of beach stretches from the ferry docks up to Calle 14 at Gran Porto Real, a swath of deep white sand licked by turquoise water. — Fodor's

— Frommer's

This spa’s specialty is heavenly Mayan-inspired treatments...standout options include the hammock massage and the Mayan crepuscular massage, featuring local volcanic clay. — Travel + Leisure

Next to Mamita's, Kool is a similar beach club with a young, party vibe. Beautiful beach. — Afar Magazine

Playa's legendary beach club on the most beautiful stretch of beach in the city. — Afar Magazine

Park Las Palapas is quiet and safe, a great place for an afternoon picnic or an evening stroll. — Lonely Planet

Offers very stylish, contemporary beach accommodations in Suites Property, elegant studios complete with kitchens...the Blue Parrot also has the town’s most popular bar. — DK Eyewitness

Restaurants, bars, stores and crafts stalls line a 2km stretch this busy pedestrian thoroughfare. — Lonely Planet