The Fives Beach Hotel & ResidencesvsRoyal Hideaway Playacar
Both hotels are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, Royal Hideaway Playacar is the choice of most reviewers compared to The Fives Azul Beach Resort Playa Del Carmen. Royal Hideaway Playacar scores 88 with praise from 7 publications including Star Service, Jetsetter and Oyster.
The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences
Predio El Limonar Fraccion 2, Xcalacoco, Municipio de Solidaridad, Playa del Carmen
From $376/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Star Service
"The lobby seems more befitting a small boutique property, and the personalized check-in experience and champagne upon arrival make guests feel right at home." Full review
Jetsetter
"Beachfront all-inclusive resort with rooftop terraces for taking in the ocean view." Full review
Royal Hideaway Playacar
Lote Hotelero No. 6 Fracc., Playa del Carmen 77710
From $295/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Condé Nast Traveler
"Rooms, divided among villas named for flowers, provide Zen-like ambience with "dark wood furniture and Carrera marble"." Full review
Star Service
"Makes a valiant effort to provide something near to luxury, including an updated all-inclusive option that refrains from tagging guests like cattle." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This adults-only all-inclusive resort is just a five-minute stroll from Playa del Carmen, so if its activities... aren't sufficient, there's always city entertainment nearby." Full review
Jetsetter
"Margaritas on the sandy beach, a dinner theater, an infinity pool surrounded by lounge chairs and staffers who’ll bring all the food and drink you could want." Full review
Fodor's
"Art and antiques from around the world fill the lobby, and streams, waterfalls, and fountains fill the grounds of this 13-acre resort on a stretch of pristine beach." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This fully-inclusive beachside resort boasts a balmy ocean breeze, heady cocktails and six restaurants." Full review