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Santuario Playa

Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen · Mexico

Av. 1 Norte entre 24 y 26View location

8.0/10Excellent249 Reviews
Cleanliness8.0/108.0
Service8.2/108.2
Comfort8.4/108.4
Condition7.6/107.6
Neighborhood9.4/109.4
Amenities7.0/107.0
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About Santuario Playa

This comfortable hotel, located in the heart of Playa del Carmen, offers 24 cozy rooms, completely renovated in 2018. Mala Vecindad Playa Beer Hotel is a 5-minute walk from Mamitas Beach Club, steps from Fifth Avenue, and two blocks from shopping malls like Quinta Alegria.

The hotel is also conveniently located near the ADO international bus station. Guests can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, beautiful gardens, free Wi-Fi, and 24-hour reception. The front desk can help arrange activities and provide tour information.

All rooms feature a seating area, kitchenette, a private bathroom with a shower, complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer, air conditioning, and a safe. This 5-star hotel maintains a strong commitment to quality.

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Santuario Playa is in the heart of Playa del Carmen, within a 5-minute walk of Mamitas Beach and Playa del Carmen Main Beach. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Playacar Golf Club.

Make yourself at home in one of the 28 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Spa
Entertainment
Beach services
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Noise-free rooms not guaranteed Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 20 Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 44 Only dogs are allowed Maximum number of pets per room 2 Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions Pets cannot be left unattended

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
    • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Property Registration Number 009-025-002744/2026
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: USD 250.00 per person (roundtrip)
    • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 250 (roundtrip)
    • Pet fee: USD 11 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees
    • Early check-in fee: USD 16 (subject to availability)
    • Late check-out fee: USD 16 (subject to availability)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Quinta Avenida 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Mamitas Beach 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Playa del Carmen Main Beach 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Mario Villanueva Madrid 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Pier Navega 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Super Chedraui Selecto Avenida 10 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Calle 12 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Calle Corazón 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Playa del Carmen Lighthouse 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Frida Kahlo Museum 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
3D Museum of Wonders 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Riviera Gran Casino 1 km / 0.6 mi
Central Square 1 km / 0.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of construction: 2000
  • Year of most recent renovation: 2018
  • Total number of rooms: 16
  • Number of floors (main building): 3
  • Annexe (s): 4
  • Number of floors (annexe): 3
  • Double rooms: 2
  • Quadruple rooms: 12
  • Family rooms: 2
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  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Late Check-outExtra charge
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Local and international calls
  • Transfer serviceExtra charge
  • Airport ShuttleExtra charge
  • Room service
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour security
  • Bellboy service
  • Hotel safe
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Sun terrace
  • Luggage room
  • Dining area: 1
  • Private pool: 1
  • Non-smoking area
  • Smoking area
  • PhotocopierExtra charge
  • Business centreExtra charge
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
  • MassageExtra charge
  • Spa treatmentsExtra charge
  • Breakfast
  • À la carte dinnerExtra charge
  • Breakfast and dinnerExtra charge
  • Vegetarian mealExtra charge
  • SnacksExtra charge
  • Only Adults
  • Early departureExtra charge
  • Identification card at arrival
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Catamaran sailingExtra charge
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 42 m²SUI.ST-1
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    Santuario Playa

    SUITE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    42 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    2 × Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.ST-1

    Room amenities

    • Fan
    • Toiletries
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Living room: 1
    • Safe
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Microwave
    • Fridge
    • Kitchen utensils, plates & cups
    • Kitchenette
    • Internet access
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower: 1
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Bikes Available: 2
    • BBQ Facilities: 1
    • Dining Area
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Housekeeping
    • Dishwasher

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room LUXURYRoom • LUXURYROO.LX

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    Santuario Playa

    Room LUXURY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    LUXURY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.LX

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Santuario Playa

    Room STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE PRESTIGESUITE • PRESTIGE • 2 Bedrooms • 71 m²SUI.PT
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    Santuario Playa

    SUITE PRESTIGE

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    17 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    71 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width, 2 × Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    2
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    PRESTIGE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.PT

    Room amenities

    • Kitchen utensils, plates & cups
    • Fridge
    • Dishwasher
    • Fan
    • Toiletries
    • Microwave
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Living room: 1
    • Safe
    • Bathroom: 2
    • Bikes Available: 2
    • BBQ Facilities: 1
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Housekeeping
    • Internet access
    • Kitchenette
    • Ironing set
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE PresidentialSUITE • PresidentialSUI.6S

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    Santuario Playa

    SUITE Presidential

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    Presidential

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.6S

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE TWO DOUBLE BEDSSUITE • TWO DOUBLE BEDSSUI.2D

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    Santuario Playa

    SUITE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    TWO DOUBLE BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.2D

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Santuario Playa

8.0
Excellent
249 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.0 /10
Service
8.2 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
7.6 /10
Neighborhood
9.4 /10
Amenities
7.0 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2026
Jacqueline May
This is my second time at this property in the year. It has large rooms and it is close to all the restaurants stores and beach. The room includes a hot plate fridge microwave and coffee maker. Remember to bring utensils pots and plates etc. it is also close to a supermarket where you can find unique and well priced souvenirs. The hotel is well priced and well located. Also included is a breakfast at chez waffle next door which can fill you up till dinner. Thanks again for a great stay and friendly staff like Eidi, Jackie
Friends
8/10
Excellent
30 Apr 2026
Daniella Nicole Sousa
Good breakfast
Friends
2/10
Poor
23 Apr 2026
Issam
We had a disappointing experience at this hotel. Most of the staff do not speak English, which made communication very difficult. The only exception was the lady working the late-night shift — she spoke English well and was very helpful and kind
We had to ask twice for our room to be cleaned, and even then, they only changed the bath towels. The bed sheets and face towels were not replaced. Unlike other hotels where daily cleaning is standard, here you have to specifically request it.
In general, the staff were not very welcoming. Breakfast was okay, nothing special. The hotel and rooms are quite old and definitely need renovation.
For the price we paid, you can definitely find a much better hotel. I would not recommend staying here.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
16 Apr 2026
Brian
Childcare services terrible. I had asked for a crib I didn’t receive that. Baby’s spill lots of stuff and there was no napkin or extra towels to clean up. I asked the staff for anything to help and they said they don’t have any and if I used their towels and stains were made I will be charged. It’s in the middle of the city so there is many people drinking and lots of noise. Definitely don’t recommend for a child under 3.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2026
Angela
I had an excellent stay at this hotel, one of the best I ever had, considering the price. I was in the master double bedroom suite, which was very large, with a bedroom, a living room/kitchen and a bathroom. But what surprised me the most (which wasn't in the description of the room) was that I had a huge private terrace all for myself!

The apartment was in great condition, I loved the decor. It had a fridge with a freezer which was key considering the hot temperature outside, so I could stock up ice creams and cold drinks. There was AC and also 4 ceiling fans, which made it very pleasant.

The location was perfect, in a super safe area just round the corner from Avenida 5, with so many options for shopping and eating, and a supermarket just a few seconds away. The ADO bus station is just 12 minutes away

Just a couple of things, which did not affect my score as my stay was very enjoyable:
1. The breakfast is served in a cafe' next door, which was very good just there were only a couple of options free of charge: an omelette or a chilaquiles, whilst in the room it said that waffles were also an option. I am not used to salty breakfast and in any case I got a bit bored of eating the same thing after a few days, it would have been nice to have a few more options, including some sweet ones.
2. The apartament has a stove and a microwave, however no cutlery, plates or pots, which would have been very helpful.

I definitely recommend this place to everyone staying in Cancun!
Self
4/10
Poor
15 Feb 2026
osman
First day manager or owner not sure she was very helpful. But it was very load night time. Under the hotel it’s a bar and not possible to sleep. We request another room. We were lucky they had one gave us bigger room. They didn’t clean new room very well. Couple spots easy to see dirty. Also breakfast only 2 plate option and small. Breakfast employee was charge us tea because we order coffee and isn’t like so we want to replace our coffee with tea but they charged. It’s kind of tourist trap like other mostly places in the area! We didn’t extend our stay in same hotel! Needs improvements!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2025
Andrea
I have stayed here many times over the last few years and it never fails to impress! The bed is comfy, the roku tv gives me youtube comedy i love before sleeping, the warm water shower in a big bathroom is excellent and the included breakfast is amazing with wonderful staff and superb coffee each morning! Highly recommend and will return if i need a hotel again in playa! Excellent!
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
30 Aug 2025
Raymond
Limited kitchen supplies would be helpful
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
07 Aug 2025
Ana luisa
No sirve el refrigerador
8/10
Excellent
31 Jul 2025
Stanley
Property was good. It had a pool. A little far away from the main attractions but overall an amazing room for the budget. One ac unit for a room this large can be insufficant. The rooms are large almost like an apartment. Overall an amazing experience.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2025
Ruth
The place was clean, and everything worked well. The swimming pool was not big but clean so we were able to cool off after our activities. The breakfast options were very limited but not bad. However although we had a kitchen there were no kitchen utensils. Nonetheless we really liked our stay there.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2025
Xavier
Hermoso lugar y servicio amable. Es muy tranquilo y el desayuno es abundante. La habitación estaba bien limpia todos los días. En general, una estancia de 10/10 sin problemas.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Jul 2025
Sheila
I liked that this hotel looked very unique and it fit the vibe of the surrounding area. It was antique and very much jungle vibes. What I didn’t like was that our toilet was barely flushing and the sink water kept pooling up. however, we told the staff and they resolved the issue. Overall everybody was nice and we were treated nicely.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
28 Apr 2025
Victoria's
Not a great area very noisy. No help
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Apr 2025
Ophir Olivia
Reception lady was the best! Room was switched on request and they were very accommodating to my needs.
Leisure Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
09 Apr 2025
Maria
Unkempt, nobody cleaned the unit, horribly smelling bathroom, grey colored, old bedsheets, rosted mirror and waste basket.
The people are very friendly, location is good.
Business_and_leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
05 Apr 2025
SARA
Tuvimos un tema que nos cambiaron múltiples veces de habitación y después su TV no servía y nos terminaron cobrando una cantidad tonta según porque nosotros dañamos la TV y la cantidad que pagamos por una TV que la verdad no es buena ni nueva es tonta. No vuelvo a regresar. Eran mi hotel para llegar a playa pero nunca más regresaré
Business Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2025
Viraf
Normally when I go to Playa Del Carmen, I stay at all inclusive resorts nearby but often find myself going into town a lot. This time I opted to stay right in town. The double suite I got was large and spacious. The location was great. It was convenient to the beach and to 5th Ave and lots of dining options. The staff were really great too. I would definitely stay there again.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2025
tammy
Friendly staff, room was always clean. Breakfast was always delicious, pool was in shaded area of property so we chose to use the roof top pool across the street which was perfect. Also the beach was a block away as well as famous 5th Ave. Very ideal location with inexpensive accommodations. Simple and favorable property conditions with 24 hour staff. If your on a budget this place was great!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
04 Mar 2025
John
Wifi does not work in the bedrooms. They only cleaned twice in a 7 day stay although we had asked them on two different days to clean and said they would but didn’t. We booked an extra night with front desk at a certain price only to back to pay and it was a much higher then told. We didn’t extend our stay.
4/10
Poor
24 Feb 2025
Juana

Great location and excellent customer service

No hot water in room 201. Mirrors slightly dirty. Sheets/pillow cases smelled of body odor. No WiFi, no tv that worked.

Good location, excellent customer service, made every effort to appease problems, was provided with free breakfast at nearby restaurant which was very yummy. Nice atmosphere, gardens. Rooms were larger than expected and nice. Bed and pillows were comfy for enjoyable sleep.
Friends_and_family Friends
2/10
Poor
17 Feb 2025
Dave
The state of the place shocking and the service. The noise form the stress is so loud. When I checked in I was given a bed sheet, so I had to make my own bed and the sheets were so thin.

The utensils in the space hardly exist and the one that are there are flirty and dirty. It was use and no one washed them.

I asked the staff about directions to travel, his answer was I don’t know and asked me to seek the tour operator which scared me. I believe the hostels and the tour operator are connected

There is no hot water. The air condition was never switch on so the room was too hot and the place is dirty.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Feb 2025
Oleksii
Everything is pretty good to stay for a while. Advantages is a kitchen in the property and walking distance to different beaches. At night is pretty loud until 12-12.30 am.
Family
4/10
Poor
16 Jan 2025
Sankalpa
There is no wifi, fridge didn’t work, they advertised as in hotel massage which is false, nobody speaks English in the hotel. Breakfast is Terrible!!!
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
10 Jan 2025
Jennifer
The property is nice and close to everything but not quiet at night. Breakfast in the morn is great! Staff is really nice and helpful. There’s an odd odor as well, maybe the plants? Otherwise cute place.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
06 Jan 2025
Chelsea

Great stay for a couple of nights

The room was comfortable but next to the washing so it’s quiet loud plus it’s bright in the room with the blinds down. Breakfast at Mr.waffle isn’t bad and worth a bite so no complaints!
Self
2/10
Poor
30 Dec 2024
Thomas

Bruised up lady and toddler

Fell down the stairs since they decided to use plastic slick paint on the handrails which are also covered on tree gunk, the stairs are steep with a few remnants of anti slip strips, those are nearly eroded from I suspect are multiple falls. The staff heard the commotion and witness the bruises on myself and my toddler, their answer was to evade the topic and just indicate that they couldn't take care of it because of bad weather, some rain.

On the last morning there was a block energy blackout and of course this dingy place had no back up power, which led to us precariously trying to not fall again while climbing the death stairs now without any light to help find the last remnants of anti slip strips

No TV service, bad WiFi, bad toilets. This place is lucky I'm not litigious which might be what has led to such an abismal service.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
22 Nov 2024
Olivia
Too much noise in the street untill 1 am, there are security video cameras but no keys or no ways to lock the door, anybody can come in wherever they want to.
Overall, the staff is really welcoming, the areas are clean, the breakfast is delicious and the location is okay !
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
26 Sep 2024
Francisco
Good for the price never again
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2024
Paola
Good service
2/10
Poor
29 May 2024
Scyi
They advertised free wifi but there was none in the only air conditioned room. Air conditioning was only from 9 pm to 9 am and you couldn’t turn it on. They came into your room with the remote. The hostel rooms had no locks on the bedroom door OR on the hostel communal rooms. It felt very unsafe. There was no storage big enough for a suitcase. I had to fight for over two weeks to get a refund after I checked out after one night. There was extremely loud music blasting until midnight. The best thing going for it was the instagram worthy exterior.
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
25 May 2024
Edwin Alexis
It was a very nice and cheap place! Thank you to the staff for all the facilities. Opportunity Areas: Wifi is not so good, sometimes it desconect for no reason.
Business Self
4/10
Poor
06 Apr 2024
Monica
Water was too cold
2/10
Poor
24 Mar 2024
Anne
My toilet broke, the handle on my bedroom door fell off and I got trapped in my room. The sheets were stained and room wasn't very clean. There was no hot water. The staff was great though and the location was right in the middle of town.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Mar 2024
Verified traveler

Good for a short stay in Playa

We were thankful to be on the main level, not needing to carry our luggage up 2 floors, but we were not put in the room that we paid for. We paid for a 2 bed room, and we were given a King bed. We were told they were full and none available. Then when I showed my receipt stating we paid for 2 beds they had a room but it was on the 3rd floor and the AC was off.


Breakfast is just around the corner, but their English is quite limited. We didn’t realize that they had a set menu for hotel guests, but when they tried to translate, it didn’t make sense.

The pool was nice, but in need of some TLC and FULL of pollen. The other grounds and greenery were beautiful.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
08 Feb 2024
Sheila
The property was clean and close to everything. We booked for two queens but got a king bed so we had to share. The kitchen had no pots and pans or utensils. We asked the reception and one staff said they don't provide them, so had to buy them. three days later, one staff said that they do provide them and gave us a pot. It stated that we would get a welcome drink but got none. When we asked, the receptionist said, we could get one tomorrow.
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
17 Dec 2023
German
The hotel is located in a nice area of Playa del Carmen with lots of places to have fun, but the hostel for men only have one shower and one toilet for more than 8 guys to use it, and some of the employees come to take showers there too. theres a bar downstairs that plays music live till 1 or 2am that makes very hard to sleep, some of the front desk people are rude, specifically a lady who always has a smelling poop face, the hand soap container to wash your hands after using the toilet is usually empty and one day of the week I spent there, nobody came to clean around, overflowing kitchen and bathrooms waste baskets, also bad doors and broken electrical outlets which is dangerous., but the place has lots a potential with some improvements!!
Business_and_leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
20 Nov 2023
Ivan Blumenfeld
Ran down property. Not recommendable. Good location but overall a bad stay.
Business_and_leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
18 Sep 2023
Reyna
The doorknob to my room was broken. Towels are very old, torn and dirty looking. Shower head squirts water from 9 tiny holes. Bathroom smells like urine. Staircase to room is dirty with stains.
8/10
Excellent
28 Aug 2023
Simon
Easy to walk to the beach just around 200 meters.
Business Self
2/10
Poor
20 Jul 2023
RAUL
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Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 Jun 2023
Clark lemuel
Very friendly staff!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2023
Kayleigh
Loved staying here. Originally booked for 1 night and ended up booking 3 more nights. Very chill atmosphere, it is noisy at night from the street and the music, so if you’re a light sleeper bring ear plugs. Breakfast was wonderful. Only issues were a little more language barrier than I’d have thought, no lights for each bunk, so hard to do anything if anyone is sleeping and 1 toilet for 10 people. But overall AMAZING stsy!
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
29 Nov 2022
Verified traveler
In serious need of an update
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2022
Jaseon
Comfortable at home chill vybes
Business Friends
6/10
Pleasant
03 Jul 2022
William
Finding the place with no sign outside made it impossible to find eithout troubling other merchants. My res was lost, the clerk insisted i had responsibility because thhe printout page didnt mention their name (as if the streetfront did) took over 40 minutes to check in.rooms were better waitstaff great
Business Self
6/10
Pleasant
06 Dec 2021
Griselda
Ok so my family had 3 reservations and we arrived early, they were able to hand us 2 rooms about an hour before 3pm which was check-in time. The third room was not ready till 4:45pm, but it’s fine we had our stuff in one of the other rooms in the meantime. So one of my families deluxe room did not have a trash can and we asked about it they said they were out of them. I had the presidential suite and it was cute and all, but there were some issues.
First you should know they don’t have elevators which seems fine until you have to haul big luggage’s up 4 flight of stairs. The water pressure was ok, one of the bathrooms in the suite did not give any hot water, luckily the other shower did. Our king size bed was hard as a rock,
But the other room had 2 queens that were better. Wifi is included but really bad in some areas. Also no iron in the room and when I asked the front desk they said they had just lended it out to another room and when they received it they would let me borrow it. We had the rooms reserved for 7 days and never got the iron. Also you should know they don’t allow drinking or eating of any sort , outside of your hotel room. Which means you can’t bring any thing to the pool or outdoor patio etc. It is a cute place but nothing more than that, very very basic, unfortunately would not stay here again. Also breakfast that was included was not good- a soggy waffle and “fruit”, they brought me a plate with 1/2 of a banana in slices lol. I honestly expected more!
Leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
05 Jun 2021
Verified traveler
I would not recommend this hotel. The night I arrived, the room was dirty, the included breakfast is a joke. The orange juice is like a kool aid or tang drink and you only get coffee if you wake up early or you’re stuck with none or a clear brown drink they called coffee. We ended up not even staying for the included breakfast.Also, don’t be fooled by the kitchen amenities mentioned in the description. Yes the room has a kitchen but does not have even a spoon or even a napkin. No utensil whatsoever, no pan, no fork, nothing! Staff were very friendly that’s about the only good thing I can say about the hotel. Overall, do not recommend.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2021
Adriana
Great space, lots of room. I had a single dwelling, it was so big, I felt like I was in my own apartment! Great staff, great breakfast. Noise from 5th st can be heard, that’s the only drawback.
Self
4/10
Poor
03 Apr 2021
Verified traveler

Do not go

Insecure, badservice, not clean, unconfortable
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Feb 2021
Megan

Cute, comfy and great location

Near great restaurants, room was spotless and large, breakfast was tasty.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
19 Jan 2021
Nickling

They canceled my 3-day reservation.

I had a flight delay. When I arrived they had already canceled my reservation even though I reserved it for 3 nights. The hotel clerk was not able to contact the travel agency. Even though the room was available they could not give it to me until the reservation was reactivated. After waiting an hour I found another hotel.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2021
Wendy
Me encanto la atención, muy lindo y muy cerca de la playa, la comida es deliciosa! Recomendado!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2020
Verified traveler
El lugar es esta perfectamente ubicado para la playa y la 5ta avenida
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Dec 2020
Catrina
The room was really nice for the price we paid. We got a suite to ourselves.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Dec 2020
Verified traveler
Very close to the beach & shopping places, so happy to be close to 5ft Ave
Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Dec 2020
Catalina

We ❤️ Mala Vecindad!

Mala Vecindad is awesome! It exceeded our expectations. We definitely recommend it.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Dec 2020
Hector

Close to the main avenue.

I definitely stay again on my next trip to Playa del Carmen.
Self
8/10
Excellent
28 Oct 2020
Tricia
Hotel is great , we were stuck in the middle of a hurricane and they made sure we were taken care of. The only thing I would recommend is Having more cookware in the private rooms. There was only one frying pan and it didn’t work well in a full kitchen. A pot and a couple spoons And a knife would go a long way. But the hotel is great in a good location and the staff was very friendly. Overall awesome choice for the money.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2020
Dan
This hotel is in a great area, close to everything with friendly and helpful staff.
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
28 Feb 2020
AndyBrown
Excellent location, 1 block from 5th Street and 2-3 blocks from the beach. Helpful staff, nice and clean rooms. Great value!
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
19 Feb 2020
Pedro

Rough but acceptable for the price.

Well the main issue is that the hotel (which is a rebrand) is very new, which comes with pros and cons.

Pros:
-The rooms have a kitchen-living room aside from the beds effectively making a normal room a suite (at least in 201, we weren't upgraded as far as I know)
-Location
-Fun \"instagrammable\" decor
-Full size fridge
-Very decent breakfast
-Some plates were in our room (never returned after using them)
-Room was very clean.

Cons:
-NO BEER AT A BEER HOTEL (They don't have a liquor license yet)
-Bathroom ammeneties are scarse and not marked. (Couldn't tell the difference between shampoo and soap)
- Room service (or any food or drink aside from breakfast) does not exist.
- Most of their breakfast juice options weren't available.
- WiFi did not work in our room (201) and we're told it was the general wifi not working. Funny enough it did work in the dinning area.
-Lamp in the middle of the terrace is not only cumbersome but not secure, I tripped on it and it felt over.
--The staff have me conflicting information about street parking. To be fair the new Pay-for-parking law just started in December 2019.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Friendly staff, breakfast included. Be aware that location is close to the action so you will hear loud music late into the night.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2019
Verified traveler

Nice place to stay! Great location

Excellent location and service from everyone there. Rooms are very spacious and clean. Stayed in a suite and the only thing I would add are utensils and kitchenware (since it had a stove, fridge and microwave but no plates, cups or anything to make stuff). Bathroom was very big too. I would definitely stay there again and recommend it 😊
Family
6/10
Pleasant
26 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
It’s good location, but it’s a lot noise from outside of the street. There is restaurant bar and play live music very high volume that you can’t sleep.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
The location was good! And affordable price, the front desk receptionist was pleasant.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Dec 2018
Beatriz

Recomended

Great location, great breakfast and great staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2018
Catherine
The hotel is in a great location -- only a short walk to the beach and to all the shops/restaurants/music on 5th Avenue. It's also right near a taxi stand. The staff is very friendly. They were putting in a new patio by the pool, so there was some construction -- but, that should be finished soon.
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
31 Oct 2018
Vicki
Modern-obviously has been updated recently
Apartment style rooms so lots of room
Ceiling fans in both the bedroom and the lounge room which is good

Hugo the chef was super friendly and pointed me in the direction of the less tacky end of 5th ave

Slightly awkward access into the property with no slope, just steps for your luggage. The address doesn’t always come up on google maps etc, but is exactly opposite the Grand Hyatt so you can use that as a reference point.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2018
Amber
I was pleasantly surprised with this hotel, it was very affordable for the location...once we got there I realized it was much closer to everything than I had imagined. 5th Ave. Was just a block behind us, the beach was a 3min walk away, they also served us breakfast, and for a 6person room it was very spacious,I usually hate sleeping in hotel beds but everything was very clean and comfortable. Will definitely be booking again for our next trip.
8/10
Excellent
02 Sep 2018
Regina

Nice clean and convenient

Nice little hotel. Great cool and clean rooms, bathroom is top.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jun 2018
James

MYKO IS AWESOME!

AWESOME
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2018
James

AMAZING

AMAZING
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2026
Leon
Todo ok tal como lo ves en las fotos
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Dec 2025
Alexandro
Buen servicio
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
20 Oct 2025
Juli
Habitación grande y limpia pero la tv y la cafetera no funcionan la tv no agarra ni un canal y la cafetera se reportó y la cambiaron
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Sep 2025
Enrique
Rico desayuno, céntrico y con todos los accesos fáciles a la playa y restaurantes.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2025
Sergio Ivan

Buena estancia

Solo el horario del desayuno es muy corto y no hay muchas opciones, pero en general esta tranquilo, esta en buena ubicacion para ir a playa mamitas
Self
4/10
Poor
20 Jul 2025
carlos arturo

Mi habitación tenía cucarachas

Mi habiatacion tenía cucarachas
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2025
Margarita

Excelente opción para hospedarse

La habitación es muy amplia, el lugar es muy muy lindo, el desayuno que dan es excelente mejor de lo esperado, lo recomiendo también la ubicación es excelente
Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
Margarita

Excelente opción para hospedarse en Playa del Carm

Excelente, ofrecen el servicio de desayuno incluido y al personal que atiende muy muy amable y atento. El lugar es muy lindo y bien ubicado
Business
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2025
Cecilia

Regular/ Excelente atención del personal

El cargo por mascota es exageradamente alto, 350% más elevado que en otro hotel al que llegué es misma semana. Las señoritas de recepción es muy amable y eso mejora mucho la experiencia. La ubicación es muy buena. Las camas muy incómodas y el horario de desayuno limitado. Las áreas comunes no fueron limpiadas en 3 días pues la misma basura en la escalera el día que llegué seguía ahí. Sin embargo en general es buena opción.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2025
Rodrigo

Excelente ubicación

Excelente ubicación
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Mar 2025
Edmundo
A nice choice, near the 5th Avenue (a big plus) and the Mamitas Beach. You have plenty of options for food and beverages. The property is interesting very holistic. The room is enormous! The thing i didn't like is that my TV didn't have cable or... service... I needed to ask ay reception about a Rokú to watch... nothing, because it was blocked by a PIN that i didn't had... The wi-fi was good, but you need to connect to other network, not the one that the info tells you. A big plus: the breakfast, plenty of options, but the only day i was there, i ask for the chef's recommendation, and it was a fail... they didn't gave me anything else.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
09 Mar 2025
Citlali
Hubieron varios detalles de mantenimiento
Como que las televisiones no estaban funcionando
Un frigobar de un cuarto no enfriaba
Otra habitación tenía falla en focos

En general las condiciones de los colchones muy deterioradas

Eso sí. La atención de todo su equipo EXCEPCIONAL atentos.

La ubicación es fenomenal!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2025
Enrique
Propiedad tranquila, personal muy alegre y recepción muy amables, resolvieron muchas dudas en check in, no conocí sus nombres, pero agradezco sus atenciones.
Leisure
2/10
Poor
07 Feb 2025
Josue
El peor hostel en el que he estado, el baño sucio huele mal, el aire acondicionado solo lo prenden en la noche, no cambian las sabanas de los que se van, las toallas te la cobran aparte, no hay jabon,la regadera no funciona correctamente, lo rescatable es el desayuno que esta muy rico y y el personal de recepción
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2025
Angeles
Un lugar bien ubicado la playa y la terminal de camiones muy cerca me gusto que no tiene escaleras así que todo muy bien, el desayuno que ofrecen variado y rico lo recomiendo, seguro regreso
Self
4/10
Poor
13 Jan 2025
Elvin
Muy sucios los baños las favhadas en elni terior demasiada maltratasas, ruidos extraños de los centiladores huele horrible los baños
Business Self
4/10
Poor
12 Jan 2025
Elvin
La propiedad en general se ve bien olos servicios baños super sucios , apeatn , revamaras que huelen a sucio muy m la limpieza en habitaciones , si fues que limpiaran yseria genial el baño es horribla
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
06 Jan 2025
baby
hôtel hyper vieux internet non présent dans la chambre alors que nous avons payé 448€ pour 4 nuits, l’hôtel était sale honnêtement fuyez
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
03 Jan 2025
Lydia
Very very noisy, cannnot sleep with the band playing at the bar downstairs, beds are old and hard, they have net done the housekeeping even if we asked for 2 days, this is a hostel do not expect much. Only good thing is the breakfast, good choice of eggs, but have the tea as coffee no good.
6/10
Pleasant
01 Jan 2025
Christian
Si quieres fiesta, es bueno
8/10
Excellent
23 Dec 2024
Edgar Fernando
Es un lugar bonito, amplio, buen servicio del personal
Lo unico malo es que tiene algunas áreas un poco descuidadas, pero en general esta muy bien en su relación con el precio
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
10 Dec 2024
MARIA EUGENIA

No todo lo que dicen se cumple

Ofrecieron servicio de internet y TV en la habitación y no hay tal, el desayuno incluido únicamente es de 7:00 a 9:00 hrs., sólo un café y un plato con un Pat de huevos
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
07 Dec 2024
Jesus
Alojamiento limpio y ordenado aunque faltan algunos accesorios para tener en la cocina del mismo departamento. Esta muy cerca de playas y la quinta avenida buena zona restaurantes etc
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Nov 2024
Brenda
Falta un poco de mantenimiento al mobiliario de las instalaciones y el servicio de limpieza no es tan frecuente como en otros hoteles, pero en general está muy bien.
El que tenga alberca e incluya el desayuno es excelente.
Muy buena ubicación. La atención de las chicas de la recepción es muy ágil y amable.
Excelente relación precio - servicio.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2024
Jesus
Alojamiento muy recomendado aunque el horario de desayuno es muy pequeño pero está cómoda y limpia y muy cercana de l aquinta avenida y playa mamitas
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Sep 2024
Jörg
Santuario Playa ist wirklich eine coole Location. Außergewöhnlich ist schon der erste Eindruck… Gebäude und Innenhof alles in mexikanischem Altrosa, was auch gut zur Deko passt.
Das Zimmer welches wir hatten, „Master Suite“, war modern eingerichtet, großzügig mit eigenem Wohn- und Essbereich, einer kleinen Küchenzeile und großem Bad… neu renoviert (ca. 35€ pro Nacht).
Die Mitarbeiter waren alle sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend.
Einziger kleiner Minuspunkt war, dass am ersten Tag der Safe-Schlüssel nicht auffindbar war und das obere von zwei Schlösser an der Zimmertür nicht funktionierte. Dies wurde aber am zweiten Tag zügig repariert. Wir hatten trotzdem immer das Gefühl dort sicher zu sein. Nachts war extra noch ein Wachmann am Eingang.
Die Umgebung ist auch sehr gut. Gleich rechts neben dem Hotel ein Oxxo, wo man Getränke und Kleinigkeiten kaufen kann, eine Straße weiter ein paar coole Bars mit Life Musik und um die Ecke schon die 5ta Avenida, die Fußgängerzone.
Der Strand ist ebenfalls nur einen Block weg (ca. 10 min Fußweg). Die Strände im allgemeinen sind sehr sauber, allerdings in manchen Bereichen sehr schmal, da die letzten Hurrikane viel weggespült hatten.
Bester Strandabschnitt ist vor dem Hotel Mahekal, in dem man auch Essen oder Getränke bekommt oder einen Tagespass kaufen kann (in der Nebensaison 1200 MXN pro Person All-Inklusive!).
Alles in allem kann ich das Santuario Playa absolut empfehlen.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
21 Aug 2024
Jesús Enrique
Están un poco descuidadas las instalaciones

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Santuario Playa
Av. 1 Norte entre 24 y 26, Playa Del Carmen, Mexico

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