These five Playa del Carmen hotels suit travelers who want golf worked into a beach trip. The choice runs from family resorts with kids' clubs to adults-only retreats built around the spa. Whatever the tee time, there is somewhere to cool off afterward, whether a pool, a spa or the shoreline.
Every hotel here either has a golf course among its facilities or has golfing nearby. We then looked at what else each stay offers, from beachfront access to spas and family or adults-only atmospheres.
El Taj Oceanfront and Beachside Condo Hotel has a golf course among its facilities and a private beach area for the rest of the day. It suits longer stays, with suites that have kitchens or kitchenettes and rooftop Jacuzzis in the penthouse suites. Guests can swim in the infinity pool or outdoor pool, soak in the hot tub, or join spa, yoga and fitness classes. Fifth Avenue is two blocks away, and WiFi and parking are free.
Riu Palace Mexico - Adults Only - All Inclusive is a five-star, beachfront resort for adults with a golf course among its facilities and all-inclusive board. Beach days come with sun loungers and umbrellas, and the outdoor pool has a shallow end and a pool bar. The spa offers a steam room and massage services. Swim-up suites and Elite Club rooms are available, and evenings bring live music, themed dinner nights and a nightclub/DJ.
The Reef Coco Beach Resort & Spa- Optional All Inclusive has a golf course among its facilities and sits right on the beach in Playa del Carmen. Mini golf and a tennis court add to the sporting side, while snorkelling and canoeing are available on site. Families can use the kids' club, playground and babysitting services. Evenings bring live music and entertainment, and the spa has a sauna and hot tub/Jacuzzi. Optional all-inclusive board is available.
Iberostar Selection Paraíso Lindo - All Inclusive is a 5-star, all-inclusive beachfront resort in Playa del Carmen with a golf course among its facilities. Between rounds, you can head to the outdoor pool, pool bar and hot tub, or book a session at the spa, which has a sauna. There is also a fitness center and tennis court. Children are covered by a water park and kids' club, and WiFi and parking are free.
Magic Blue Spa Boutique Hotel-Adult Only is a calm base for golfers, with golfing nearby and a strictly adults-only policy (guests 18 and under are not admitted). After a day out, the full-service spa offers a sauna and steam room, and the pool has sun loungers from 8 AM to 8 PM. Rate options include buffet breakfast with spa access, and couples' rates add a daily massage. WiFi is free.
Decide first whether you want an adults-only stay or a family resort. Magic Blue and Riu Palace Mexico are adults-only, while The Reef Coco Beach and Iberostar Selection Paraíso Lindo have kids' clubs.
Check the board type before booking. Iberostar and Riu Palace Mexico are all-inclusive, The Reef Coco Beach offers all-inclusive as an option, and Magic Blue has rate options with buffet breakfast.
Magic Blue has golfing nearby rather than a golf course among its facilities, so it suits travelers who want a quiet spa-focused base and plan to play off-property.
If you want details on tee times or course access, a BookResorts.com agent is available 24/7 to help before you book.
Frequently asked questions
Which golf resorts in Playa del Carmen are adults-only?
Magic Blue Spa Boutique Hotel-Adult Only and Riu Palace Mexico - Adults Only - All Inclusive are both adults-only. Magic Blue does not admit guests 18 and under.
Which hotels offer all-inclusive stays?
Iberostar Selection Paraíso Lindo - All Inclusive and Riu Palace Mexico - Adults Only - All Inclusive are all-inclusive resorts. The Reef Coco Beach Resort & Spa- Optional All Inclusive offers all-inclusive board as an option.
Which hotel is near Fifth Avenue?
El Taj Oceanfront and Beachside Condo Hotel is two blocks from Fifth Avenue.
Which golf resorts are good for families?
The Reef Coco Beach Resort & Spa- Optional All Inclusive has a kids' club, playground and babysitting services. Iberostar Selection Paraíso Lindo - All Inclusive has a water park and kids' club.
Do these hotels have free WiFi and parking?
The Reef Coco Beach, Iberostar Selection Paraíso Lindo, El Taj Oceanfront and Beachside Condo Hotel and Riu Palace Mexico all include free WiFi and free parking. Magic Blue Spa Boutique Hotel-Adult Only has free WiFi.
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