Summary:
Fabulous amenities like a rooftop pool/lounge, gym & a Speakeasy/Cafe on site!
- 1.5 blocks (200 m | 0.1 mile) to 5th Avenue & Paseo del Carmen open-air shopping mall
- Walk to everything, including the beach, a 5-min walk (beach by the Cozumel ferry)
- 900 m | ½ mile walk to Chedraui or 1.1 km | 0.7 miles to Walmart for groceries
- Wi-Fi, workspace at dining table or on private balcony, Smart TV
- Lobby and front desk security onsite and a space in the underground parking lot
The Space:
This 538 sq ft | 50 sqm condo is a superb choice getaway to Playa del Carmen. The condo is in a new condo complex called KAAB South Beach and is situated downtown just a block-and-a-half from the famous 5th Avenue and 3 blocks from the beach. You can walk there in 5 minutes!
KAAB South Beach has a phenomenal oceanview rooftop pool with sun loungers and outdoor dining tables. You can spend the day soaking up the sun at the pool, enjoy shaded dining or remote work (if you must) and afterward hit the gym onsite and then shower and go out. Now that’s a stellar day!
The main spaces of the condo:
- A soothing open LIVING SPACE with minimalist decor, a sofa (with a single pullout sofa bed), two chairs, and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that let in lots of natural light & give access to a PRIVATE BALCONY with two comfy Acapulco garden chairs.
- A DINING AREA nearby with a fantastic wood table that comfortably seats 4 for a relaxed sit-down meal at home. It’s also a nice spot to work if needed.
- A well-equipped KITCHEN with quality appliances (mini-fridge/freezer, stove, microwave) and all the cookware and utensils you’d need to prepare and enjoy meals at home. Plus, the essential extras like a COFFEE MAKER, BLENDER & TOASTER!
- 1 BEDROOM & 2 FULL BATHROOMS to accommodate up to 3 guests as such:
BEDROOM: 1 King bed, quality linens, an ensuite private bathroom, stand-in shower & rainfall showerhead, closet (with hangers!), a safe, Smart TV, AC & blackout shades.
LIVING AREA: 1 Single pullout sofabed
- Wi-Fi, an iron, a hairdryer, bed linens, beach/pool and bath towels, and 1 FREE PARKING spot in the underground lot of the building are all provided complimentary during your stay.
The building also houses AEREO CAFÉ BAR on the ground floor, Playa’s first Speakeasy, but they also serve breakfast, coffee drinks, appetizers/tapas, finger foods, and sandwiches, along with classic cocktails, martinis, wine, artisanal beer, and more to wash it all down. Open every day but Tuesday.
Plus, you’ll be just a few minutes walk to 5th Avenue, where you’ll find fantastic shops, restaurants, cafes, and nightlife and vibrant shopping malls like Paseo del Carmen (1 1/2 blocks from condo), Quinta Alégria, and the shops at Calle Corazón with dozens of boutiques, international chains, and restaurants.
For groceries, you’ll be just 900 m | 0.5 miles away from Chedraui.
Please click “Show More” under the map in the listing to see more about the neighborhood and our recommended nearby restaurants, shops and attractions.
There are many things to see and do around Playa del Carmen – from the beach and beach clubs, water sports like snorkeling, scuba, paddle boarding, and boating, eco-parks with underground rivers, ancient Mayan ruins, cenotes (natural sinkholes special to this area!), private boat/yacht and fishing tours, golfing, day trips to Tulum or Cancun, and so much more!
Guest Access:
You’ll have full, exclusive access to the condo during your stay. You also have shared access to the common areas, the rooftop pool, the gym, etc.
The Neighborhood:
The condo is located in KAAB South Beach condo complex, a new development in downtown with modern & desired amenities like a rooftop pool/lounge, gym and common areas. You’ll be:
- 1.5 blocks (200 m | 0.1 mile) to 5th Avenue & Paseo del Carmen open-air shopping mall with a Starbucks & many recognizable brands like Old Navy and Zara.
- 5-min walk to the beach by the Cozumel ferry, Sr. Frogs & Dick & Willys
- 900 m | ½ mile walk to Chedraui or 1.1 km | 0.7 miles to Walmart to stock up on groceries
- And there are so many fantastic restaurants in the heart of town on and around La Quinta Avenida (5th Avenue)! It’s easiest to search on Maps what you’re looking for - you can filter by cuisine type, cost, and ratings or just walk around perusing the menus up and down 5th Ave!
Here are nearby restaurant recommendations:
Romeo Trattoria (Italian & Pizza)
Mu Burgerhouse (Gourmet burgers)
Cheester Playa (Big portions of pasta & seafood)
El Fogón (Authentic Mexican taco place), in several locations downtown
Carboncitos (Lively Mexican food eatery off 5th)
Getting Around:
There’s an assigned parking space on-site in the underground lot.
The condo is about 57 km or 35.4 miles from the Cancun International Airport (CUN). If you'd like to pre-arrange transfers, please let us know, we'd be happy to help. If you're driving, please check your mobile map apps when you arrive, as driving time varies depending on the time of day. The condo is located in the KAAB South Beach condo complex in downtown.
Here are some of the most visited/famous places in the area & approx distances from the condo:
Eco-adventure parks
XPlor Park (8.2 km/5.1 miles)
Rio Secreto (8.5 km/5.3 miles)
Xcaret (9.7 km/6.1 miles)
Shopping
- Fifth Avenue - 1 ½ blocks away!
- Paseo del Carmen Shopping Mall - 1 ½ blocks away!
- Calle Corazon Shops - 1.2 km | 0.7 miles
- Quinta Alegria -1.2 km | 0.8 miles
Golf
- Hard Rock Riviera Maya Golf Course (1.7 km/1.1 miles)
- El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course (10 km/6.2 miles)
Other Things to Note:
We provide a few bath essentials like toilet paper, soap, shampoo, conditioner & body wash, but please note that these are not replenished during your stay. If you need more, you’ll need to purchase more.
There is no daily housekeeping but if you’d like the place cleaned, it can be arranged for an additional fee. Please message us at least 24 hours in advance and by 5 pm the day before the service.
Please note that Playa del Carmen is experiencing a lot of growth and guests may hear construction noise at the building next door during work hours Mon-Sat from 9 am to 6 pm.
Electricity is included for short-term stays (2-27 nights). Please help us save energy by using the AC wisely and keeping the temperature at 25°C. Electricity is not included for long-term rentals of 28 nights or more and will be charged as consumed based on a $6 MXN (pesos) fee per KW.
Guests will be requested to sign a Rental Agreement upon booking confirmation.
A security deposit may be required prior to arrival or at check-in, subject to the booking platform used to make the reservation. This fee is charged as a credit card transaction and refunded after check-out, provided all terms are met.
Surveillance cameras are located in outdoor, in common areas and public spaces. The surveillance cameras are strictly for security reasons to ensure guests' safety. All cameras only face outdoor areas or corridors.
HOUSE RULES
- Travelers must be at least 21 years of age or older to book.
- No smoking of any kind (tobacco or cannabis) is allowed inside the condo, and the use of any recreational drugs on the premises is strictly prohibited. Failure to comply will incur a $300 penalty.
- No parties or events are permitted, illegal activity is prohibited, and excessive noise won't be tolerated. No loud music after 10 pm. Please be respectful of the neighbors.
- No more guests than those listed in your reservation are allowed. No tent or other structures may be set up on the ground of the property.
- Renters agree to cover any charge related to damages that occurred during their stay or cover necessary extra-cleaning charges if needed after their stay.
- Renters may be required to provide a government ID on the day of checking in or during their stay.
- Please avoid moving furniture.
- Pets are not allowed on the premises.
- Pool and common area regulations and hours must be respected.
Interaction with Guests:
Guests must first check in at the front registration area. The building and the condo door both have digital locks that use codes in order to get in. The access codes will be provided to you within 24 hours of your arrival.
You’ll have complete privacy during your stay, but we’re available 7 days a week. Should you need anything, just send us a message.