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Av. 15 Calle 8, Playa Del Carmen, Mx,
Playa del Carmen,
Mexico,
Quintana Roo
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Av. 15 Calle 8, Playa Del Carmen, Mx,
Playa del Carmen,
Mexico,
Quintana Roo
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Av. 15 Calle 8, Playa Del Carmen, Mx,
Playa del Carmen,
Mexico,
Quintana Roo
City landmarks
Mall
Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall
2400 ft
Museum
3D Museum of Wonders
2600 ft
Av. Benito Juárez
Los Fundadores Park
2500 ft
Zona Arqueologica Playa del Carmen
3300 ft
Av Constituyentes esquina 5ta esquina 5ta Avenida
Ambarte
2000 ft
Beach
Playacar
2300 ft
Church
Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church
3300 ft
Gallery
Riviera Art Gallery
2300 ft
Avenue With 14 Street 5a Downtown
Corazon de Mexico
2600 ft
Gallery
La Galeria de Playa Art Gallery
3000 ft
Avenida entre 24 y 34 calles 5a
Caminarte
3000 ft
Beach
Kool Beach Club
4800 ft
Beach
Mamita's Beach Club
1.0
mi
Carretera Federal Km 104 Playa de Akumal
Galeria Lamanai
4100 ft
Nearby
152 Calle Quinta Avenida
Quinta Avenida
1100 ft
Museum
Museo Frida Kahlo Playa Del Carmen
700 ft
Night club
Coco Bongo
1200 ft
Avenida 5ta Entre 6 y8
Gaston Charo Art Gallery Playa del Carmen
700 ft
5th Avenue 4th and 6th Streets
Sun Jaguar
900 ft
5ta Avenida
Galeria de Arte 5ta Avenida
1100 ft
Ave Benito Juarez 109 between 5a y 10a Ave
La Sirena's Fine Mexican Handcrafts
1700 ft
Calle 16 Entre 5ta Avenid y 10 Avenida a un lado del centro comercial Quinta Alegría
Arte en Playa
1800 ft
Aquarium
Aquarium Beach
1900 ft
Casino
Grand Riviera Casino
500 ft
Night club
Club 01
600 ft
Night club
Salon Salsanera
900 ft
Beach
INTI Beach
1800 ft
Shopping Area
Plaza Calle Corazon
1100 ft
Night club
Mandala Playa del Carmen
1200 ft
Night club
Blue Parrot
1400 ft
Restaurants
El Fogon
2800 ft
30 Avenida Nte. 354 Gonzalo Guerrero
La Brocherie
500 ft
Avenida 15 Nte Entre Calle 4 y 6
Mexcalito
100 ft
Calle 8 Ente Calle 10 y 15
Falafel Nessya
600 ft
Calle 6 Norte Between 10 and 15
Moti - Desayunos
200 ft
Calle 8 Between Av 10 & 15
PAPAKAO Las quecas de playa
400 ft
Calle 6 Bis Norte Entre Avenida 10 y Avenida 15 Antes nos encontrabamos en calle 6 Nte entre las avenidas10 y 15
La Parota Cocina de Barrio
200 ft
Calle 8 Norte # 149 Entre Av. 15 y 20
Choripan del Guason
400 ft
av 10 Calle 8 Esquina
Pinche Birra
400 ft
10 Avenida Nte. 173
MI Kfe Sabor Venezolano
700 ft
Av. 10 North Between 6th St. And 8th St Colonia Centro a 20 Metros de Plaza Pelikanos
Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
80%
loved it & would return
8.0/10
Great
Rooms
6.7
Location
8.3
Service
6.3
Dining
6.3
Guest reviews
8.0/10
based on 31 reviews
7.8
7.8/10 based on 908 reviews
Bill
United States,
March
2024
7.2/10
My stay at the hotel was overall pleasant. The rooms had both air conditioning and a fan, which was convenient, but they tended to get too warm quickly after leaving and required time to cool down again. The service was satisfactory, with staff willing to assist, although there were minor language barriers. The location was excellent, close to key attractions in Playa del Carmen. Dining options were limited but decent. The facilities were sufficient for a comfortable stay.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms had both air conditioning and a fan for climate control.
Service
6.0
The staff made efforts to ensure a worry-free stay despite some language issues.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location near key spots in Playa del Carmen was a major plus.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were decent although somewhat limited.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay.
Jeff
United States,
July
2023
7.0/10
Although the hotel needs some updating, it is in a convenient location close to the downtown area and the bus terminal. The rooms are on the older side and quite dark, providing a cozy atmosphere for those who enjoy sleeping in. The service was a mix of being hospitable and responsive, with some pleasant interactions. The dining options were simple but tasty, especially the natural juice served nearby.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms just need some updating and are on the older side. They are quite dark, which can be good for sleeping but gives a dungeon-like feel.
Service
7.0
The service at Hotel Sahara was a mix of hospitable and responsive. While there were some pleasant interactions, it was not consistently excellent.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located a few blocks away from downtown, making it easy to access various areas. It is surprisingly quiet despite its proximity to the bus terminal and main tourist spots.
Dining
8.0
The dining options around the hotel are simple but delicious, especially the natural juice served nearby.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offers basic facilities, although some areas may require updates.
George
United States,
June
2023
6.6/10
I stayed at this hotel, which is super centrally located but can get a little noisy due to its convenient spot. The rooms, though quite dark, are excellent for those who need quality sleep. The service is a mix of friendly and unfriendly behavior. The dining options are limited but benefit from being close to a restaurant. Overall, the experience was good but had some drawbacks.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were really dark, giving a dungeon-like feel, but perfect for those who want to sleep more. They have air conditioning and a fan, providing a choice for guests. However, it was a bit noisy.
Service
6.0
The service was a bit of a mixed bag. Some were always available with a smile and very professional, while others were really unfriendly and unhelpful.
Location
8.0
The location is excellent, being super central and close to the bus terminal with a nice plaza across the street. However, the central location also means it can get loud.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit basic with limited options. The saving grace was that it is located in a restaurant in front of the hotel.
Facilities
The hotel offers a good range of facilities for a comfortable stay.
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