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The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front

4.5 star property
Adults-only beachfront hotel with outdoor pool

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Balcony view
Beach bar
Sunrise Suite | Terrace/patio
Owner´s Suite
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

Explore the area

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Playa del Carmen, QROO
  • Place, Quinta Avenida
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa del Carmen Main Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cozumel, Quintana Roo (CZM-Cozumel Intl.)

Room options

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Owner´s Suite

Owner´s Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 71 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Reef Suite City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Reef Suite Partial Ocean View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sunrise Suite

Sunrise Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Ocean Suite

Grand Ocean Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Captain's Suite

Captain's Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Coral Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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 15-minute stroll, you'll find popular places like Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida. 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. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Playa del Carmen hotel include Playacar Beach and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Quinta Avenida - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Playacar Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mamitas Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Fogón Fiesta Jarocha - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Doctorcito - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪El Tapas Restaurante - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Club SociaL - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sakura Ramen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front

Adults-only beachfront hotel with outdoor pool
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
  • 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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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 noon

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

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: USD 2.77 per accommodation, per night

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

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.

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 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front on 27 Sept 2025 start from AU$151.02, 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 12-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.

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 noon.

Are pets allowed at The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 385 out of 754 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 754 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 754 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 754 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 754 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

harutyun

Business traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only bad thing was the shower water did not get hot
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Migdalia

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There’s no phone in the rooms air conditioner was not working properly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and plenty to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Normal
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Eugenia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our balcony! The room was great! Modern decor.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

claudia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
All is perfect just the roof top/bar needs some renovations!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Spacious room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I searched for ages for a regular place to stay in play, and THE CARMEN ticks all the boxes... Now it's the only place I stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUBEN H

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

JoAnn

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property needs improvement
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Vanness

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Great location, property was a bit outdated nice rooftop staff was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

DOUGLAS ROBERT, cambridge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is excellent and the staff was very nice. Unfortunately, most of the plumbing needs to be replaced
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Terry

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent at all
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love it here

The ocean breezes, unique rooms, the music from the club next door, and great location make this one of my favorite places in Playa
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

menahem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Plutarco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely go back beautiful view and love iit
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

yajaira

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property was located in a great spot their cleanliness was not the greatest for the price that was paid. My grandmother suffers from itchy skin and will sometimes bleed. Instead of them switching them out as they were cleaning they turned them around.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Liked: Staff & service
A stone’s throw away from The Beach, 5th Avenue and all of The Excitement…… Pool can use a Good cleaning but Otherwise, The Rooftop was Nice:)
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location beach front and walk downtown
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025