As many of our guests continuously ask us; What should we do(?) We’ve decided to put together this little series of recommended daytrips and activities for all our guests. Even if you’re not staying with us, feel free to try them out, they’re cheap, easy to do and have as much variety as possible (in as little time as possible) for as cheap as possible (we’re budget..and so are our recommendations!).

This daytrip is perfect for the one who only has a day to spare with a rental car, and wants to experience the most that the Riviera Maya has to offer.

• • Start your day early!! Having your rental car ready by 8am is a must, head southbound on the highway towards Tulum, it shouldn’t take more than 45 minutes with light morning traffic. While on your way, keep an eye out for the locations of Akumal (you’ll be passing under a pedestrian bridge) and also for Cenote Jardin del Eden (on your right hand side after passing akumal, coming from playa del carmen.
  • When arriving in Tulum, take a left at the entrance of the archeological ruins. This is your first stop.
  • Take a few hours to relax, walk around in the fresh morning air and look at the beautiful ocean and the castle. The government has placed informative plaques throghout the area in case you’re unable to find a guide.

• • At 11am, we recommend you to jet off further south along the beach, head towards one of the following:
    • Be Tulum: Quite upscale, expensive but definitely a culinary experience worth trying. One of the best hotels in tulum with an equally excellent restaurant.

• • • Zebra Tulum: Slowfood cuisine goes hand in hand with the laid back atmosphere of tulum. Well priced and charming layout makes it perfect for some beach lounging.
    • (of course, you can pick any place you’d like along the way, these are just our personal recommendations)

• • 2pm, and after a few hours in the sun, its perfect time to head back towards the cenotes. Find your way to Cenote Jardin del Eden along the highway (try to remember the location on your way towards Tulum in the morning). Entrance shouldn’t be more than 5O mxn per person, but seasonal variations may occur. You can rent snorkeling equipment here, and its highly recommended. Jump in and soak up all what the mayans have worshipped for so long. The water is cold, and fresh, a nice change from the salty caribbean!
  • If you have any energy left… Akumal could be a daytrip in itself, but if you have the time and energy, take a few hours after you’re done at Jardin del Eden stopping by here and snorkeling in the bay. Odds are very high you’ll run into turtles, stingrays, mantarays, barracudas, groupers and much more, just a quick swim off the beach.
  • After this, odds are high you’re tired and your camera full, head back to the maya bric to your newly cleaned room and fresh towels!

If you have any daytrips you’d like to recommend, leave it as a comment below!

Adjacent to the Caribbean and dramatically carved out of the jungle, this championship course designed by Robert van Hagge is renowned worldwide for its breathtaking beauty and challenging conditions- Located in Playacar & ask anytime at our front desk to schedule tee off times.

Located on Calle 12 between La Quinta and Avenida 10.

Right on the beach in the heart of Playa del Carmen, this beach club has been here since the very earliest of days in Playa, two dance floors and two music styles. Don’t miss out on the legendary fire show every evening. If you’re in Playa during NYE, don’t miss out on swimming in the ocean as the sunlight of the new year breaks through on the horizon.
Located on Calle 12 and the beach.

The most popular beach club in Playa del Carmen, with a cosmopolitan south-beach feel and also home to the Riviera Maya Jazz festival (Nov 25th-31st). Still has the biggest beach in Playa del Carmen. Find it on 28th and the Beach, left hand side.

From the creators of Santanera and Diablito Cha Cha Cha, Canibal Royal takes the beach club scene to a brand new level in Playa del Carmen. The food beats any beach club, so does the design and layout. The only thing talking against it might be its location which is a bit off the beaten path. That being said, the design and layout alone is worth a visit. You find it on Calle 48 and Avenida Flamingo in Coco Beach.

Wicky’s is our dear choice as collaborative partner, offering all our guests a complimentary discount and free lounge chairs. The kitchen is renowned to be the best steakhouse in playa, serving a variety of dishes ranging from smaller picadillos to hearty steaks and prime fillets of fish cooked to perfection. Its located barely a block away, on Calle 10 and the beach.

The local spot for a hearty, Spicy, Mexican breakfast. Try Playa’s best chilaquiles with vitamin-rich smoothies and fresh juices. Find it on Avenida Costituyentes and Avenida 30.