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Occidental at Xcaret DestinationvsHotel La Semilla
Both properties are rated highly by experts. Overall, Hotel La Semilla ranks significantly better than Occidental at Xcaret Destination. Hotel La Semilla comes in at #7 in Playa del Carmen with endorsements from 7 publications like Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Afar Magazine.
Occidental at Xcaret Destination
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Fodor's
Oyster
Carretera Federal Chetumal-Puerto Juarez Km. 282, #307, Solidaridad, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $198/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Travel + Leisure "This Riviera Maya resort borders the eco-archaeological Xcaret Park and offers everything from snorkeling to spa treatments." Full review
Star Service "Located next to the ecopark Xcaret, 5 kilometers south of Playa del Carmen, this low-profile, high-capacity property (it has close to 800 guest rooms) has an airy jungle atmosphere." Full review
Fodor's "In such an enormous all-inclusive, it's surprising to find the excellent service that you get here." Full review
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Request a top-floor room if you want to escape pool noise.
Oyster Upscale
"Massive, 900-room Hotel Xcaret is an eco-minded, upscale all-inclusive resort that draws equal amounts of families and couples thanks to its plethora of on-site features and free access to area parks." Full review
Hotel La Semilla Star Service Fodor's
Jetsetter
Afar Magazine
Mr & Mrs Smith Oyster
Lonely Planet
Calle 38 Norte Entre 5ta Av Y, Zona Federal Maritima, Playa del Carmen 77720
From $145/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Spa
Star Service "Facilities include La Terraza, the private rooftop terrace; the Jardin Copal lounge area; and the Cocina Loft, which offers an open kitchen area where breakfast is served daily." Full review
Fodor's ""The Seed" of perfection is apparent at this boutique hotel where hospitality, comfort, and style collide." Full review
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For extra space, request Room 8 (with an outdoor shower) or Room 9 (with a tub on the terrace).
Jetsetter "Shabby chic beach stay with natural roots and rustic luxe Mexican flare in lively Playa del Carmen." Full review
Afar Magazine "This chic property is a peaceful oasis on a wonderful street just off the main drag." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "A stone’s throw from beach town Playa del Carmen’s soft Caribbean sands, nine-room Hotel La Semilla is a love letter to Mexican history and hospitality." Full review
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Hotel La Semilla is an adult-only boutique that aims to give travelers a respite from their digital lives and to reconnect with nature." Full review
Lonely Planet "Smallish rustic-chic rooms here are attractively adorned with vintage objects purchased from flea markets and haciendas." Full review
