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Playacar beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 14th place out of 98 beaches in the Quintana Roo region The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Playacar beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets, sea pool. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling, sup-surfing, sea kayaking, diving. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Delphinus Xcaret beach, which has a rating of 8.1.
Playacar beach is located in Quintana Roo within Playa del Carmen, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Playa del Carmen 7.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water, Fine sand bottom
Playa del Carmen 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Playa del Carmen 2.8 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Paamul 4.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Playa del Carmen 5.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Paamul 0.1 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Puerto Aventuras 1.2 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Luis Alcerreca 0.1 km
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Cabana del Pescador 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Puerto Aventuras 1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Punta Maroma 1.7 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Presidente Intercontinental 0.1 km
What to do in Playacar beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Playacar beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
The deeper you dive, the more interesting the surrounding scenery - that's how you can characterize Playacar beach, but that doesn't mean that landscapes are uninteresting and it's better to spend all your time underwater. The fact is that one of the key activities on the beach is diving. Here you can scuba dive not only as a professional, but also a beginner, as there are several companies along the coast engaged in diving and diver training. Take advantage.
When it comes to what to do in Playacar beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Playacar beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Playacar beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Playacar beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
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The Playacar beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
For sunbathing and relaxing, Playacar beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Playacar beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
The waves in the Playacar beach are usually strong.
There are few boats in the bay.
Yes, the Playacar beach is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Playacar beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
The bar is located right on the Playacar beach.
There are 2539 places to stay in the Playacar beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playacar beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Playacar beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
The month with the highest temperature in Playacar beach is August. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 26°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.
Playacar beach (Quintana Roo) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Playacar beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water
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Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
La Paz 20.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Cancun 10.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Puerto Aventuras 4.9 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque, Easy access
Mulege 31.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water, Fine sand bottom
Punta Maroma 0.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Estacahuite 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Zona Urbana Ejido Isla Mujeres 5.6 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water, Fine sand bottom
Punta Maroma 2.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Alfredo V. Bonfil 8.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Puerto Escondido 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Puerto Escondido 1.6 km
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