Royal Hideaway PlayacarvsThompson Playa Del Carmen Adults Only
Both hotels are rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Royal Hideaway Playacar is the choice of most professionals compared to Thompson Playa Del Carmen. Royal Hideaway Playacar is ranked #6 in Playa del Carmen with positive reviews from 7 sources including Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler and Jetsetter.
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
Thompson Playa Del Carmen Adults Only
Avenida 5, Norte Por 12, Playa del Carmen 77710, Mexico
From $172/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Gayot
"Upscale chic sets the tone at this urbane beach hotel."
Jetsetter
"Thompson Hotels' Caribbean debut in downtown Playa, with a glam ’50s look, huge roof deck and soon-to-open beachfront sister hotel." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"This two-in-one Playa del Carmen powerhouse brings chic, urban luxe with a touch of beachy bohemia to Mexico’s Caribbean coast." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Its hip town-center base has a buzzy rooftop hotspot, and its shoreside counterpart’s a laid-back boho beach house. You’ll find plenty of sun, Mexican-inspired food and flair, and views." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Opened November 2015 in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
" Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"This stylish upscale property is centrally located on Playa Del Carmen's restaurant- and shop-lined Quinta Avenida." Full review