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The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front

4.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
View from room
Beach bar
Front of property
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr

Explore the area

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Playa del Carmen, QROO
  • Place, Central Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Quinta Avenida
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa del Carmen Main Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cozumel, Quintana Roo (CZM-Cozumel Intl.)

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Reef Suite King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Coral Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Reef Suite King

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Captain's Suite

Captain's Suite

  • Partial ocean view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sunrise Suite

Sunrise Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Ocean Suite

Grand Ocean Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Owner´s Suite

Owner´s Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 71 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Playa del Carmen

A luxury stay in Playa del Carmen awaits you at The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find popular attractions like Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and LED TVs. .Deck 5 is the hotel's own rooftop bar. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find umbrellas, and enjoy the on-site outdoor swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Downtown Playa del Carmen hotel include Playacar Beach and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Central Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Calle 12 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Quinta Avenida - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mamitas Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Árbol de la Diez - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Club SociaL - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Tapas Restaurante - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Andrade - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Logia Café - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front.

This 4.5-star Playa del Carmen hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2016
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front offers 37 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: MXN 280 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Deck 5

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (150 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (100 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 58.66 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately MXN 280 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property Registration Number 008-007-007241/2025

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Carmen Hotel Playa del Carmen
Carmen Hotel
Carmen Playa del Carmen

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front?

The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front on 13 Apr 2026 start from NZ$229, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front?

Yep, The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front is a short 9-minute walk from Playa del Carmen Main Beach.

Does The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front.

Is The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front family-friendly?

No, The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front is an adults-only property.

Does The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors give a thumbs up to the cooked-to-order breakfast here! Offered daily between 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front?

No, The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 823 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 823 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 823 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 823 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 823 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff was not friendly, the room showed a lot of wear and tear. Restaurant/ bar was closed during stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

doug, cambridge

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very nice, and the staff is terrific. The cleaning services every day are very good and the views from the hotel are great and the location is great. It’s right next to Muza a very nice restaurant. There is also a restaurant in the hotel when tourism is at its peak.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Irvin, Ottawa

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No hot water in shower. Coffee machine did not work. Room was very cold. Light switches difficult to operate. Hotel is not on beach. No chairs in room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauro

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Payton Sydney

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, nice beach access hotel right on the Main Street in playa del Carmen. Walkable distance to shops, restaurants and beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I left a gold wedding ring in the room by accident, when i checked out. I phoned.. thirty minutes after check out but the number was not in service..no numbers were in service. My emails bounced back as not able to deliver. ..I had a plane to catch so I had to leave it. Two phone numbers that didn’t work and two emails that were not able to deliver. That.. is poor service so someone has my wedding band!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was okay and the same with the room. It is in the center of town, half a block from the 5th avenue, so it is noisy and I prefer more peace.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

breon

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stinky musty ass smelling room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kamira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Regina

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible hotel. Just spend a little more and stay somewhere else. When we checked in it felt like we were bothering the receptionist. She just asked for our ID’s and credit card and went straight to letting us know that if we lost the key we will get charged for it. That’s pretty much all the information she gave us. We asked for two room keys, since it was two of us, and she said we could only get one…. The music from Sr Frogs it’s ridiculously loud and it does on all day. You will be up at 8am with all the roosters from the lot across from the hotel. We didn’t have hot water the first day. One of the elevators was broken for two days. The swimming pool area could be really nice but looks like they just gave up on this hotel. The bar is a total joke, the pool furniture is old and dirty. The water is freezing. The bar staff is very unwelcoming. And to top it off when we asked pool staff for pool towels they said we had to go to the lobby for them lol. I’ve stayed in 20 different hotels in playa del Carmen and this is the first time I write a review.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dareona

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Eric Ming Yin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was dirty and had bubble gum on the sheets
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the room ,even though it wasn’t the one I thought we were supposed to get! Front desk were nice. proximity to all the action was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Affordable drinks but no bath towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIGUEL ANGEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fue una gran experiencia quedarme en The Carmen
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a sunrise suite and the view was breathtaking!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Santa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jentel Elon

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room but definitely starting to show its age. Main vent in center of room leaked water the entire stay. For the proce and location its well worth it though.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yessenia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel !! The service amazing .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Erendira

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great location but bad service

The location was great for this hotel. However the staff was rude and dismissive. Also, a couple of our rooms were not thoroughly cleaned even after mentioning to cleaning staff that there was a roach in the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula, Burbank

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bruce

Disliked: Staff & service
Staff VERY unfriendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025