Playa del Carmen Beachfront Condo w/ Pool Access!

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Playa Del Carmen Vacation Rental | 2BR | 2BA | Step-Free Access | 1,100 Sq Ft

Private Balcony | Outdoor Dining Area | Gas Grill

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

9.0

Wonderful

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Playa Del Carmen, Quntana Roo

Quinta Avenida1 min walk
Playa del Carmen Main Beach6 min walk
Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal9 min walk
Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)49 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

About this property

Imagine enjoying your morning coffee on the patio, a sun-kissed afternoon on the beach, followed by a seafood dinner at an oceanfront restaurant. Accompany all this with an evening under the stars on the rooftop terrace and you’ve got the perfect day at this 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo! Beyond the incredible amenities that come along with this vacation rental, you can swim with dolphins at Xcaret Park, jump in the Chaak Tun Cenote, and relax by the infinity pool during your stay in Playa del Carmen!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Free WiFi | 1,100 Sq Ft | Resort Amenities

This incredible condo offers a family or friend group endless outdoor space to enjoy the sunshine alongside access to resort-style amenities for an ideal escape to the Mayan Riviera!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa, Futon

ON-SITE AMENITIES: Outdoor infinity pool, cabanas, grilling area, fitness center, direct beach access, boardwalk
ROOFTOP TERRACE: Lounge chairs, private plunge pool (not a hot tub), pergola, bathroom w/ shower, 4-person dining table, 3-person wet bar, ocean views
PATIO: Gas grill, 4-person dining table, pool views, sun sofa/armchair set
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, 2-person breakfast bar, blender, drip coffee maker
INDOOR LIVING: 3 flat-screen cable TVs, ceiling fans, tile flooring, A/C units,
FAQ: Cleaning refreshment provided every other day
GENERAL: Linens/towels, trash bags, paper towels

-- THE LOCATION --

BEACHES: Resort Beach (direct access), Point Esmeralda (3.1 miles), Playa Xcalacoco (5.9 miles), Playa Maroma (12.6 miles)
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES: Los Fundadores Park (0.7 miles), Cenote Chaak Tun (4.9 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: 3D Museum of Wonders (0.4 miles), Museo Frida Kahlo (0.4 miles), Portal Maya (0.8 miles)
FAMILY FUN: Rio Secreto (5.3 miles), Xenses Park (5.8 miles), Xplor Park (5.9 miles), Xcaret Park (6.2 miles)
WALKABLE DINING: Lido Bar Restaurant (0.1 miles), Keel Restaurant (0.2 miles), Zitla (0.3 miles), Kaxapa Factory (0.3 miles), Oh lala (0.3 miles)
AIRPORT: Cancun International Airport (34.9 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- Prior to arrival, guest MUST send a copy of each guest’s ID listed on the reservation to elfaroconcierge@gmail.com
- NOTE: Guests will not be given access to property if ID's have not been received prior to guest check-in
- NOTE: No parking accomodations are provided with this vacation rental
- NOTE: This property has a plunge pool, it is not a heated jacuzzi
- NOTE: A cleaning refreshment is provided to guests every other day

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Water view

Take in the refreshing, tropical views from our oceanfront condo!

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Playa del Carmen

Located on the beach, this condo is in Downtown Playa del Carmen, a neighbourhood in Playa del Carmen. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach, while Xplor Theme Park and Xcaret Eco Theme Park are popular area attractions. Xaman Ha Aviary and Temazcal Natura are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and power boating adventures can be found near the property.

Playa Del Carmen, Quntana Roo

What's nearby

Quinta Avenida - 1 min walk
Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall - 6 min walk
Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 6 min walk
Mamitas Beach - 8 min walk
Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 9 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Cervecería Chapultepec - ‬1 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
‪100% Natural - ‬2 min walk
‪Fah Restaurant Bar - ‬2 min walk
‪Tropical Playa del Carmen - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Playa del Carmen Beachfront Condo w/ Pool Access! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Playa del Carmen Beachfront Condo w/ Pool Access!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Playa del Carmen Beachfront Condo w/ Pool Access!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Playa del Carmen Beachfront Condo w/ Pool Access! located?

Located in Downtown Playa del Carmen, this condo is steps away from Calle 12 and Quinta Avenida. Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach are also within 10 minutes.

9.0

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Michael

17 May 2024

Great time

Really enjoyed our stay. The supply of 5gal' water jugs and dispenser was very helpful. Made a list of needed supplies at check in (coffee, drinks and snacks) and walked to Walmart and took a taxi back. Buy extra small garbage bags to use. The toilet paper can't be flushed ( I feel for them) as could cause the toilets to overflow and they only clean and empty trash "every other" day. Rooftop was nice. Not as big as pictures lead to believe. Good to watch sunrise. Don't leave anything for the next guest as I have at other VRBO's as it will be cleaned out. The previous guests left us some of their leftover bottles alcohol in the fridge. It was gone when we got back from Walmart. Close to 5th Street, beach and has a great pool. Hope to return asap.

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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

14 Feb 2024

Perfect location

Beautiful resort. The condo was exceptional with everything you need. The pool and view were amazing!

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10/10 Excellent

Michaela

14 Dec 2023

Awesome beachfront condo!

We had the best time staying at this condo! The location couldn’t have been better and everything was exactly as it was described in the listing. The concierge staff was so helpful and kind, and the security personnel made us feel very safe. The private pool and rooftop lounge pool were a huge plus. We could not recommend this property more!

10/10 Excellent

Lora G., Visalia

8 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and pool

This was our fourth visit to El Faro. I love everything about it, particularly the location and the pool and the view. It’s the only place we want to stay in Playa del Carmen

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

7 July 2023

Awesome place

Enjoyed our stay in our favorite place El Faro. It was relaxing and enjoyable. We like being so close to the beach and 5th Ave. will definitely be back. Worth staying again

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

22 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

First time visit to property. Everything was perfect and as described in the description. The staff/front desk were very helpful and nice. Would defiantly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Karrah K.

24 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Horrible host

I emailed the host & concierge several times for early check in & never heard back. While there asked for beach towels for the 5 guests booked, no reply. Our toilet tank broke in the middle of the night & flooded the lower apt. Never heard from the host to clean up all the water or give us new towels! We only had the master bath to use for 5 people the rest of the time. Zero communication from host!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Michael Mansour

24 May 2022

The property was phenomenal!

The whole family loved Mike's place! Mike the owner got in touch before, during, and after the trip to make sure everything was good. The location of the condo is amazing! beach front development and in the heart of the downtown area of Playa. Exactly where you want to be. The place was clean and nice and staff came in every other day to clean up and provide clean towels. We will definitely be coming back.

6/10 Okay

Tom D.

10 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Ok stay, no jacuzzi like stated originally.

The place was clean, property manager very professional. Jacuzzi did not work as originally stated in advertisement. Master bedroom is great, other bedroom has very poor air circulation and was air was damp. Master bed was great and comfortable, other bed was very uncomfortable. Location was great close to everything. Overall 3 stars.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

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8/10 Good

Katherine

22 Nov 2021

Good but needs some TLC

Overall, this place gave us a great vacation. It just needs a little TLC. You can't beat the location and the view from the balcony is just phenomenal! The upper patio area though really was a disappointment for us. 2/3 of the lounge chairs were so badly torn you couldn't lay on them to tan, the wifi didn't work upstairs so we couldn't get any of our music playing and the plunge pool....well it was green and horribly dirty. God knows when the last time that was drained or cleaned! We didn't go in it and that's what really had me excited for this place so I was sad about that. The inside is stocked really well. We didn't need to go buy anything except groceries. The master bed was very uncomfortable and we felt like we were sleeping on an air mattress. The sheets could also use some updating. The master bathroom is beautiful but the rain shower is so clogged up with calcium that it sprays water everywhere but your head. Overall, we had a good trip but I would recommend some updating before renting out at this cost again.

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8/10 Good

Kevin

14 Oct 2021

Restful Place to Stay

This condo provided our family with a restful vacation. It is located in the middle of Playa del Carmen so you can walk to just about anything that you need. It is conveniently located with many restaurants nearby. We loved swimming in the pool every day - it was very clean and right next to the beach. The condo was comfortable and roomy.

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4/10 Poor

Katie

28 July 2021

Nice inside Condo - Would not return

The night we got there we were told we could not park there - even paying a fee and there was no parking anywhere else close to the property. There were mult security officers who had no idea what was going on - one even said we could not check in because it was 7 pm and no one was at the desk . I could not call the host because of my cell phone restrictions. Finally I had a security officer call the receptionist ( a nice woman) finally gave me permission to park until they could find resolve. I eventually gave security 100 US dollars for park and told him to keep the change. This is after he came up to my room - had my family get me out of the shower to be badgered re: parking. Then the receptionist showed me a 50 $ bill and said I still owed and that security only gave her 50$. She eventually resolved this I assume -because I was not addressed again. The beach smells terrible - the seaweed is out of control and this condo is one that does not clean the beach area for guests. On a positive note - we were in mexico - The room pool and location to the strip were nice and met our needs well . Xcaret was awesome and so were the cenotes.

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10/10 Excellent

Kelsea

30 Apr 2021

Absolute Paradise

Our Trip to Playa del Carmen was fabulous from beginning to end. Mike, the owner of the property, reached out to us prior to our stay to make sure we were good to go before our arrival. He was extremely helpful and fast at responding with questions we had about Covid testing and Private shuttles. We used Happy Shuttle Cancun, but there are many others to choose from! Our driver greeted us at the airport and took us directly to Residences El Faro. The entire staff at the complex was extremely friendly and welcoming. They helped us bring our bags up to our rooms and even came to clean/tidy up the condo once during our stay. The condo was the perfect size for 2 couples! There were extra pillows, bedding, and towels provided along with soap, shampoo, and conditioner. It also came with 2 very large water jugs that lasted us our entire stay (5 nights). There was no need to buy any drinking water which was great! When up at the condo, we spent most of our time on the patio and rooftop. Both have stunning views and the plunge pool felt amazing when we wanted to cool off. The rest of out time was spent at the pool and in the ocean. The pictures do not do the pool justice. It is very large, crystal clear, and the perfect temperature. The beach is directly off the pool area and showers are provided so that you can rinse off and jump right in the pool after swimming in the ocean. There are lounge chairs, and large umbrellas are available if you ask one of the staff members. The property is right in the heart of Playa del Carmen and within walking distance of everything. There are security cameras and security guards outside 24/7, which made us feel very safe. The front desk was able to set us up with a driver for the day so that we could visit another beach and Cenote Azul. It was very affordable and would highly recommend it. They gave us 3 options for Covid testing. We opted to have someone come directly to the room to do our test. It was a little pricey, but 100% worth it. I absolutely would recommend this property to anyone looking to come to Playa del Carmen and cannot wait to go back!

10/10 Excellent

James R., North Ridgeville

26 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Week in Riviera Maya

The El Faro is an absolutely great condo property and in the perfect location. Close proximity to 5th Ave. with everything it has to offer and right on the beach. The fact this property is so pedestrian-friendly is very appealing for us when traveling to Riviera Maya that it brings us back year after year. We really don't need a car unless we want to take our own excursion and if so it's very easy to rent a car for a day or go with a local excursion provider. You're surrounded with countless restaurants and things to do from the El Faro location it suits us pefectly.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

12 Nov 2020

Beautiful place

Great place in a perfect location near everything you need in Playa. Views from rooftop were amazing and the place was beautiful. Building staff was also very nice and accommodating.

8/10 Good

Michelle H., Rochester, MI

6 Mar 2020

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great condo in an even better location!

This property was great for our family. The beach was awesome and you can’t beat the location in proximity to 5th ave. There were some things that were lacking; such as no hand towels or dish towels (which normally wouldn’t matter but the dish washer was out of service) or linens for the pull out couch (which we needed to use since we have 3 children) but all in all it was a really good property.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael L., Bellevue, WA

22 Mar 2018

Great location, great rooftop deck

El Faro is in the perfect spot in Playa and Reef 403 is a great unit. Well placed, well outfitted, well maintained - and a solid concierge as well. You can't beat the privacy of the rooftop deck and plunge pool, and you also have the amazing El Faro pool and beach. We will be back!

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Laura F., Minnesota, USA

15 Mar 2018

Conveniently located

Property is nice, great for two couples traveling, or a small family. The rooftop was also nice and private, although I believe the hot tub should be taken off this listing as it was full of water but looked as if it was not even able to be plugged in. Separately, you are given two keys upon arrival. We requested two more but had to put down an additional deposit. We were told we would get the money back but I do not believe we did. Security was good, front desk is only staffed during daytime hours, though. The location is very convenient to 5th Avenue shops, bars, restaurants, and clubs. We did not have to rent a car or cab at all.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

6 Feb 2018

Nice condo close to everything.

The condo was right downtown within walking distance of many restaurants and shops. Very nice and secure felt comfortable. I would recommend this place for enjoying Playa del Carmen

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

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10/10 Excellent

Tom C., Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

3 Nov 2017

A great vacation!

We had a fantastic time at El Faro 403 Condo. It was clean and very well equipped with all the amenities you need to have a great relaxing vacation. And the views of the ocean are superb! Any additional help we needed was always available from their awesome staff. We will be back for sure! See you soon!👍😎

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2017

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10/10 Excellent

Evan F.

28 June 2017

Place was great! Will stay again!

My wife and I stayed here 6/16 for 7 days and absolutely enjoyed every single moment of it. The 2 bedroom condo was perfect for us. The bed was really comfy, and the master suite was very spacious and clean. We loved using the walk out balcony and everyday sat out there and enjoyed the views while we had breakfast/lunch or simply enjoyed our drinks. The maid staff that came every other day did an amazing job, and ensured we had new beach towels as well as other towels and wash clothes, they also made sure we had all of the ice trays filled up which was very convenient. The complex itself of El Faro was well maintained and felt very safe. Its location off of 5th ave was prime. You could go left or right on 5th ave and be at a great restaurant or newer shopping mall right away. The pool was great and the beach and ocean were amazing. The beach did get a little busy with locals, but the pool deck is 20 yards from the ocean so we enjoyed that and never really had a desire to lay on the beach. Security was very good about making sure only the residents of El Faro were on the pool deck, and using the beds. We will definitely be returning to Reef 403 in the future and is absolutely perfect for a couple by themselves or two couples on a fun trip!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Karen E., Sammamish, WA

17 Jan 2017

Good but not great

We have vacationed in many areas of Mexico and this trip was somewhat disappointing. The condo itself was nice, but not at all perfect or in our opinion worth the price we paid. Kitchen was good, bedrooms and bathrooms were good. One of our main complaints was that our rooftop hot tub was broken the whole time. We did get a small refund for this, but it was very disappointing because the rooftop area was one of the draws for us to this condo. The couch/sofa in the living room is old/broken and not comfortable. It was a sleeper sofa but when we looked at the mattress it was so disgusting we would never let a family member sleep on it. The futon in the entry way was fine, but very short for anyone over 6 feet tall (and our son is 6'2"). For the resort itself, our first complaint was that we were only allowed to have one key for 4 adults. They said they were waiting on a new order of keys which never arrived while we were there. We were probably in Playa del Carmen at a very crowded time of year but the beach areas were so crowded there was at times little room to move, and very little beach area in front of El Faro. We had to get up very early and secure chairs at the pool or beach any day we wanted chairs. Not having a restaurant or bar at the complex is a negative. All in all it was a good family vacation, but if we ever go back to this area we would not stay here again for the price.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

16 Jan 2017

Doesn't Get Any Better Than This in Playa!

We were thrilled with our decision to stay at El Faro and thoroughly enjoyed our time there. We cannot say enough about how spectacular the private rooftop is with its jaw-dropping views and expansive space. It was our favorite place to hang out, sip margaritas, sunbathe and take in amazing sunrises and sunsets. There is also a main balcony off the living room area where we enjoyed coffee while enjoying the beach/ocean views. The condo is open-concept and nice & and bright. It was well-maintained with nice size rooms and en-suite bathrooms and a fully-equipped kitchen which came in handy. The pool is large and well maintained, and there are loungers & umbrellas on the beach for the guests of EF. We'd pack a cooler with beer & snacks and spend hours at the beach. Tonya of Your Best Getaway was excellent to deal with, and immediately responded to any questions we had and gave us her top tips for dining & an activity guide! She also arranged transportation for us from Cancun which was a plus. El Faro is right in the heart of everything and we could walk everywhere without taking a cab. We walked to Walmart for groceries/beer and were steps away to the many beach bars and restaurants. We liked the vibe at Zenzis & Wah Wahs (great Sun. BBQ) on the beach and the martinis at Dirty Martini Lounge! Cheap but very good breakfasts at Playa Maya on the beach, and at 100% Natural on 5th avenue. We're planning a trip back to El Faro with some friends!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T., Philadelphia

20 Oct 2014

perfect

just returned from a week in Playa del Carmen that was perfect. Friends stayed at El Faro last year so I knew I wanted to be at this location, and Reef 403 was amazing. Everything is exactly as you see in the photos and Tonya and her staff were great. They checked in with us several times to see if we needed anything and the one request we did have was taken care of immediately. I travel to Playa with a large group annually and will definitely be staying here again!!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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20 July 2014

I stay in this Reef 403 2 to 3 times a year. My favorite spot

If you are planning on going to Playa El Faro is the spot. The best access to 5th avenue and the beach. The staff is super helpful. If you are staying at El Faro this unit is the best we have stayed at. I rent several different units each year for friends and family. This unit is the one I stay at. Everything always works. The view is the best and you have your own private rooftop perch. The owner Mike is always so helpful. Internet and Vonage phone for free. The room rates are very completive with like quality projects. I can't say enough, on a scale of 1 to 10 its an 11.