Ocean Maya RoyalevsHotel La Semilla
Ocean Maya Royale and Hotel La Semilla are both highly recommended by travel writers. Overall, Hotel La Semilla ranks significantly higher than Ocean Maya Royale. Hotel La Semilla comes in at 86 with praise from 7 publications such as Mr & Mrs Smith, Oyster and Star Service.
Ocean Maya Royale
Carretera Federal Chetumal, km. 299, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $214/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Upscale
"The 320-room mid-range Ocean Maya Royale is an all-inclusive adults-only resort located on a private beach, 15 minutes from the center of Playa del Carmen." Full review
Star Service
"There is actually a fair amount of value packed into this generic property for those who get a good deal on rates." Full review
Hotel La Semilla
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