HOTEL PLAZA PHOCEA, Playa del Carmen

Hotel Plaza Phocea - A 3-star beachfront hotel with dive center, Yucatecan restaurant, and beach club

Located one minute from Quinta Avenida, this 30-room Playa del Carmen hotel features direct access to a private beach club equipped with lounge chairs and umbrellas. Hotel Plaza Phocea sits adjacent to the Phocea Mexico dive center, offering on-site snorkeling and scuba diving activities. The air-conditioned rooms include private balconies, laptop-friendly workspaces, cable TV, wardrobes, and private bathrooms with showers and complimentary toiletries. An outdoor swimming pool with a shallow area borders a patio, while an interior courtyard provides additional relaxation space. The on-site restaurant specializes in Yucatecan cuisine, complemented by a beach bar. The property includes shops and offers both free WiFi and private parking. Within 984.3 ft, guests can reach 28 de Julio Square, Aquarium Beach, Coco Bongo, and the Museo Frida Kahlo.

Pros

Direct access to dive center for immediate water activities

Interior courtyard provides dedicated quiet space

Multiple dining options within 984.3 ft, including Blue Lobster and La Famiglia

Walking distance to cultural attractions like Riviera Art Gallery and Gaston Charo Art Gallery

Cons

Some rooms face the busy Quinta Avenida area

Limited kitchen facilities in select rooms only