GRAN SAHARA, Playa del Carmen

Gran Sahara - A downtown Playa del Carmen hotel with casino, rooftop terrace, and kids' facilities

Located in Centro district, just 656.2 ft from 5th Avenue, this three-star Playa del Carmen hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and children's pool. Gran Sahara provides air-conditioned rooms equipped with cable TV, fridges, safety deposit boxes, and private bathrooms, with select rooms offering balconies and garden views. The property maintains a 24-hour reception desk with English and Spanish-speaking staff, and offers amenities including a casino, rooftop terrace, and kids' club. Through a partnership with a nearby Italian restaurant, guests receive special dining rates. Security features include 24-hour monitoring, fire extinguishers, and a first aid kit. Gran Sahara stands 2624.7 ft from the Cozumel ferry pier, 0.5 miles from ADO International Bus Station, and within 1640.4 ft of multiple art galleries, including Riviera Art Gallery and Arte en Playa.

Pros

Continental breakfast available on-site

Free wired and wireless internet access throughout the property

Currency exchange service available on premises

Professional property management with 24-hour security

Cons

2 miles from Church of Guadalupe

No on-site restaurant, though special rates available at nearby Italian venue