15 COOLEST and Cutest Boutique Hotels in Playa Del Carmen

If you are a fan of cute, unique, and interesting boutique hotels, you will LOVE this article about the best boutique hotels in Playa del Carmen.

Playa del Carmen Mexico has a little bit of everything, but it definitely caters well to travelers who love unique + boutique experiences and places to stay. When it comes to cool hotels with a great vibe, Playa has almost too many to count. Well, until I counted the best ones in this article here!

Here are some of the coolest boutique hotels in Playa del Carmen, from modern and spacious rooms with a view to beach houses on the water to immaculately designed interiors in the jungle. Follow the map below and read on!

Boutique Hotels in Playa del Carmen City Center

If you’re looking for an awesome boutique hotel in Playa del Carmen within the city, AKA you don’t want to walk too far to get to shops, beaches, and restaurants, here are the options for you. If you don’t mind some seclusion, head to the second section.

Before you head to Playa save a few more of my articles from the area; I used to live in Tulum!

• Taking the Ferry from Playa to Cozumel: All you Need to Know
• Unique things to Do in Playa del Carmen beyond the guidebook
• Best Boutique Hotels in Cozumel with a similar vibe to the ones on this list
• Unique Places to Stay in Tulum
• Best Areas to Stay in Tulum and what to know about them from my experience!

and much more!

Hotel La Semilla

At Hotel La Semilla, you’ll get one of the best nights’ rests at one of the best boutique hotels in Playa del Carmen with their Tempur-Pedic beds and green-filled spaces. While located in the center of energetic Playa del Carmen, this boutique hotel boasts calming interior design and a green-filled oasis that feels miles away.

Each room has an individual design that will charm guests and welcome them after a long day of exploring. Guest reviews on booking.com can’t rave enough about the hotel’s chef – and breakfast is included if you opt to add it on when booking.

Hotel La Semilla also includes a rooftop terrace for lounging and viewing sunsets, an on-site restaurant, and a green space for relaxing and connecting with nature. While there is no pool, Hotel La Semilla seems to encourage guests to embrace nature all around – and the ocean is only a short-walk away! 

Reina Roja Boutique Hotel

Only steps away from Avenida Quinta, the popular tourist walkway loaded with shops and restaurants, Reina Roja is one of Playa del Carmen’s boutique hotels not to be missed. The hotel is adults-only and has an avant-garde energy from the red detailing and creative art prints of women around the hotel and in the rooms.

The rooms are spacious with work desks and balconies, and include a variety of room options from single to double rooms. The rooftop terrace features plenty of lounge space and a large pool perfect for long days of relaxation to celebrations with friends.

With free American continental breakfast, this hotel is the perfect spot to explore the centro of Playa del Carmen, party all night long, and roll out of bed for something to eat! 

Be Playa Boutique Hotel

Only minutes away from Avenida Quinta and the beach, Be Playa is a unique boutique hotel in Playa del Carmen that guests will love. Awarded a Travelers’ Choice 2022 by Tripadvisor, the Be Playa boutique hotel offers standard, junior, and master suites with cute and minimal modern designs with brushed concrete.

While the standard suite has a spacious shower, both the junior and master suites include jacuzzis for extra in-room comfort and fun. The rooftop pool and terrace include a bar, extra cushy sunbeds, and views over Playa del Carmen. The hotel includes breakfast, and if you have friends in town, you can invite them to come party at the pool for a fee!

Thompson Beach House

If you’re looking for an oceanfront hotel in Playa del Carmen, consider the Thompson Beach House your new getaway. Located steps away from Avenida Quinta, guests will have the best of Playa del Carmen, from the beaches to food and shops, right at their fingertips.

The rooms are simple, yet embrace hip-chic design, and everyone can find the space to fit their needs. Although not cheap, the hotel offers rooms and suites with pool or ocean views and even balconies. Oh, and it’s pet-friendly as you can see in the photo above 😉

The hotel offers an outdoor pool, an on-site seafood restaurant, and free bike rentals which is a great way to get around Playa del Carmen while avoiding expensive taxi charges. 

La Pasion Hotel Boutique

Located in the more quiet (ish!) yet central area of Playa del Carmen, the La Pasion Hotel is one of the best boutique hotels in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. The adults-only boutique hotel boats three on-site pools, a rooftop terrace, and Thai massages for your ultimate relaxation.

The terrace is ultra-lux with plush lounge chairs, cabanas, and a poolside bar. The hotel offers numerous rooms, from double rooms with balconies to double rooms with bathtubs to fit guests’ preferences. The lovely detailing of the lobby, the rooms, and the rooftop terrace will leave guests at peace, welcoming them to their new home away from home in Playa del Carmen. 

Newport House Playa

Nestled in a more relaxed and hip part of Centro, the Newport House Playa is one of Playa del Carmen’s coolest boutique hotels that feels like a hip beach house. The hotel offers free bicycle rental for getting around Playa del Carmen and can even help guests rent water-sports equipment.

The Newport House offers additional comforts for guests including kitchenettes and living spaces in rooms to make guests feel like they’re in a fully-functional living space. The room designs are charming with calming blues and whites, creating a relaxing space.

As mentioned, the Newport House is located a bit further outside of Centro along 44th Street, an area with lots of hip restaurants and boutique shops in comparison to the very center of Centro, making this space ideal for those who want something a little less commercial, and also a little more quiet. 

Antera Suites Playa Del Carmen Unique Hotel

The luxurious and modern Antera Suites are a dream for any visitor to Playa del Carmen. Located one block from Avenida Quinta and just blocks from the beach, it’s the perfect base for exploring the center of Playa del Carmen.

The hotel uses sustainable practices such as offering cloth towels over paper towels and including biodegradable toiletries for guests. In addition, they use solar cells for generating electric power! The rooms and suites feature almost all-white interior design with complimentary pops of color and natural tones making it unique.

With an on-site upscale restaurant, a rooftop terrace, and a pool, guests will love their stay at this boutique hotel in Playa del Carmen. Antera suites also offer residencies for those looking to extend their stay in Playa del Carmen with an indefinite leave date. 

The Palm at Playa Boutique Hotel

Located in the heart of Centro, this Playa del Carmen boutique hotel is the ideal destination for everyday travelers and those looking to host events, business meetings, or even weddings!

Request your needs and sit back as the hotel organizes it all for you. The rooms and suites boast boho-contemporary designs, with neutral earthy tones and pops of blue. With suites as big as two bedrooms, the Palm at Playa can accommodate any group that requires plenty of space and comfort!

The hotel also has a rooftop pool and terrace with magnificent views of Playa del Carmen – and if guests have friends in town not staying at The Palm, no worries as non-guests can purchase day passes! 

Playa del Carmen Boutique Hotels On the Beach/ Outside the City

Don’t want to stay in the bustling city center? No problem! Here are some amazing boutique hotels Playa del Carmen has to offer that are a bit farther off the beaten track in their very own section of beach or jungle… or both!

Palmaia House of Aia

The Palmaia House of Aia is more than just one of the best boutique hotels in Playa del Carmen – it’s a retreat center, spa resort, and beach club. Those looking to experience their best wellness through meditation, cuisine, dance, and more will fall in love with this Playa del Carmen oceanfront hotel with an awesome vibe.

Located outside of the center, near the community of Playacar, it’s the place to go to experience the beauty of Playa del Carmen without all the hectic energy. To suit everyone, the hotel offers adults-only and family sections, so everyone can experience what the Palmaia House of Aia has to offer.

The various suites include something amazing for everyone, from swim-out suites connected to the pool to meditation and yoga suites.  

Mvngata Boutique Hotel Playa del Carmen

Located North of Playa del Carmen’s Centro, Mvngata is a true getaway. With spacious and luxurious oceanview accommodations, this is one of the best oceanfront boutique hotels in Playa del Carmen for groups and couples.

With numerous on-site restaurants and a beach club with a bar, guests won’t have to go anywhere but here! The open-concept rooms combine calming design with hints of color to charm guests. Plus, each room includes a private balcony with a hammock for ultimate relaxation.

With a beach club, rooftop terrace, and spa, the Mvngata caters to the most high-end of guests. Packages are also offered, including packages for spa retreats and couples getaways. 

Palafitos Overwater Bungalows

Want to feel like you’re in the Maldives without the insane flight expenses? Well, assuming you’re flying in from the US or Canada, then you’ll not only get a great flight deal, but you’ll get paradise above the water in Mexico’s only overwater bungalows!

Located North of Playa del Carmen, the Palafitos Overwater bungalows are more than just an oceanfront beach hotel, but an over-ocean beach hotel! The bungalows feature see-through glass flooring, private infinity pools, and indoor hot tubs.

On top of that, you have the ladder-access to the ocean to enjoy taking a dip whenever you want. For an extra luxurious experience, the rooms include butler service and daily in-room breakfast service. If you want to impress, this is the playa del Carmen boutique hotel to do it.

Petit Lafitte Hotel & Bungalows

Conveniently located just north of Playa del Carmen, the Petit Lafitte Hotel & Bungalows are perfect for finding peace and tranquility, while still being a short ride from Centro – that’s if you decide to leave!

The oceanfront boutique hotel includes rooms with balconies and a variety of room sizes to fit guest needs. With simple, Mexican-inspired rooms, guests will feel at peace. For those who don’t love ocean swims, not to worry, the hotel also includes a pool with cozy lounge chairs and of course a poolside bar!

In addition to the rooms, the hotel also offers charming bungalow cabins nestled in the jungle. With an on-site restaurant, wellness center, and of course, the Caribbean sea at guests’ feet, it’s the perfect oasis. 

Andaz Mayakoba

While many of the Playa del Carmen boutique hotels in this article include wellness centers, pools, and rooftop terraces, one thing we have yet to find is an oceanside golf course! That’s right – this hotel is a whole different level of luxury.

Selected by Condé Nast as the #1 resort in Mexico, guests will experience the height of luxury travel. Featuring a beach club, two pools, five on-site restaurants, a kids club, and an event center, it’s the total package.

With a large array of rooms and suites, guests will find what’s perfect for them – from living rooms and beachfront views to private pools and terraces. The Andaz Mayakoba will also help guests arrange tours and activities to experience the beauty and excitement of the Riviera Maya. 

La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret (All Inclusive)

La Casa de La Playa is an adults-only, all-inclusive, INCREDIBLE boutique hotel in Playa del Carmen that guests won’t forget. Impressively rated a 9.6 on booking.com, it’s no surprise as the resort features suites with private pools and a Mexican-inspired yet artsy and bohemian interior.

Want to relax in a hammock over your private pool? Select the Beach Front Suite. With a variety of suite options (haha get it? Suite options 😛 ) guests are bound to find the perfect suite for their retreat to Mexico. This is the home of one of the most incredible hotel pool in the Rivera maya also, pictured above.

With an on-site chocolate boutique and spa, embrace the best of a visit to the Mexican Caribbean. The hotel also arranges unique experiences such as dinner in a cenote or sailing. If you want to try and all-inclusive boutique hotel in Playa del Carmen, this is it.

Chablé Maroma

A stay at Chablé Maroma means experiencing the height of Caribbean luxury in the Riviera Maya. Guests will feel a wave of peace come over them enjoying the green views of the Mayan jungle from their suites. Each suite includes a private pool, terrace area, and closets with dressing rooms.

The hotel offers a variety of wellness experiences such as custom massages, ceremonial rituals, and guided meditations. With on-site restaurants featuring the best of Mayan cuisine and an oceanside beach club and pool, Chablé Moroma is an exclusive experience from the accommodations and social areas to the gastronomic and wellness experiences.

Located North of Playa del Carmen, it’s an escape from the hecticness of the cities and an immersion into your higher, more connected self. 

I hope you have found plenty of inspiration for unique places to stay in Playa del Carmen from this list of incredible boutique hotels. Which one do you want to saty in first?