The 10 Best Playa del Carmen Airbnbs (#7 Has a Private Rooftop Pool)

Looking for the best Playa del Carmen Airbnbs?

You’re in the right place as I’ve called Mexico home since 2018, and I’ve stayed in 50+ Airbnbs all over the country — Playa del Carmen included.

Playa del Carmen has a beach-town buzz, with Fifth Avenue’s shops and restaurants a block from the sand and ferries to Cozumel — and some of Mexico’s best Airbnbs.

👀 Curious about my top pick? It’s the penthouse with a private rooftop pool near Fifth Avenue — check it out here.

The tricky part is that there are thousands of Playa del Carmen Airbnbs, and many are in big condo towers that all start to look the same. That’s where I come in!

I’ve hand-picked a list of places, all with nearly-5 star ratings, lots of glowing reviews, and either Airbnb’s Guest Favorite badge or a spot in Airbnb Luxe.

My Top 3 Picks: The Best Playa del Carmen Airbnbs

⚠️ If none of these work, browse all the Playa del Carmen Airbnbs here, and use their filters to narrow down your search to find your ideal place.

The 10 Best Playa del Carmen Airbnbs

1. Penthouse with a Private Rooftop Pool near Fifth Avenue

• 📍 Neighborhood: Playa del Carmen (Centro)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, families
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At 3,650 square feet, this is one of the largest penthouses in downtown Playa del Carmen.

Picture yourself floating in your own plunge pool on a huge private rooftop, with a cocktail in hand and an ocean breeze.

Up there you’ll also find a built-in Weber grill, an outdoor rain shower and room for 10+ people to lounge.

Downstairs, there’s a chef’s kitchen with Italian quartz counters, two 60-inch curved TVs and a dedicated workspace.

The complex adds a 60-foot shared pool, a gym and 24/7 security.

It sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, and Fifth Avenue is a couple of blocks away.

The ADO bus station is right across the street, with buses to the airport every hour.

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2. Four-Bedroom Villa with a Private Pool Steps from Playacar Beach

• 📍 Neighborhood: Playa del Carmen (Playacar)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of 16+
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Villa Arena is a Mexican-style villa just 330 feet (100 m) from the Caribbean, in Playacar Phase 1.

Spend your mornings at the beach, about a 3-minute walk away, then come back for a swim in the private pool and a barbecue on the veranda.

Daily housekeeping and laundry service are included, so you can actually relax on vacation.

All 4 bedrooms have AC, and the fiber-optic internet is fast enough for Zoom calls.

The concierge can set up airport transfers, a private chef, massages and tours.

It sleeps 16+ guests in 4 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, and Parque Los Fundadores is about a 15-minute walk.

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3. Oceanfront Condo with a Private Rooftop between the Beach and Fifth Avenue

• 📍 Neighborhood: Playa del Carmen (Centro)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8, families
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Want the beach out front and Fifth Avenue out back?

Luna Encantada G3 sits right between them, with an infinity pool and lounge chairs on the white sand.

Climb the stairs from your balcony to a private 900-square-foot rooftop, with a swinging daybed, a Weber grill and a huge dining table.

At night, you can see the lights of Cozumel twinkling in the distance.

The renovated condo has ocean views, a 70-inch TV, a washer and dryer, and a dedicated workspace.

It sleeps 8 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, and the Cozumel ferry is about a 5-minute walk.

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4. Luxe Villa with a Private Pool, Hot Tub and Pool Table in Playacar

• 📍 Neighborhood: Playa del Carmen (Playacar)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of 16+, pet-friendly
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An Airbnb Luxe property, Villa Caterina is tucked inside the gated Playacar community, with golf course views.

The mosaic pool and hot tub are surrounded by landscaped gardens, sun loungers and hammocks.

Inside, vaulted brick ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows mix traditional building with modern design.

There’s a pool table, a game console and a wine cellar, so the evenings are covered too.

Three of the bedrooms have jetted tubs, and every bedroom has its own bathroom.

One pet is welcome.

It sleeps 16+ guests in 5 bedrooms with 6 bathrooms, and Playacar Beach is about a 20-minute walk.

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5. Three-Bedroom Penthouse with a Private Rooftop Jacuzzi near Mamitas Beach

• 📍 Neighborhood: Playa del Carmen (Mamitas)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8, families
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Marevi Penthouse puts your own rooftop over the city, with views across the Caribbean to Cozumel.

After a beach day at Mamitas, two blocks away, fill the private jacuzzi and watch the sunset from the loungers.

Each of the 3 bedrooms has its own bathroom, including one right on the rooftop.

There’s a crib, a high chair and board games for families, and a dedicated workspace with an ergonomic chair.

Your host, Myrna, has been hosting for years and gets rave reviews for being one of the most helpful hosts around.

It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, one block from Fifth Avenue.

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6. Boho-Chic Condo with a Private Hot Tub near Mamitas Beach

• 📍 Neighborhood: Playa del Carmen (Mamitas)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 5, families
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Step out of the primary bedroom onto your own patio, sink into the private hot tub, and watch the birds in the mangroves.

When you want ocean views, head up to one of the prettiest rooftop pools in Playa del Carmen, with hot tubs and a mini bar.

The building also has a gym with ocean views.

Inside, there’s a full kitchen, memory foam mattresses, a laundry room and a dedicated workspace.

The concierge team can book tours, a chef, a massage or even room decorations.

It sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2.5 bathrooms, and Playa Coco is about a 5-minute walk.

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7. Luxe Three-Bedroom Home with a Private Rooftop Pool in Playacar

• 📍 Neighborhood: Playa del Carmen (Playacar)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of up to 8, families
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An Airbnb Luxe property, this elegant home is in Playacar, one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Playa del Carmen.

Your favorite spot will be the private rooftop pool, perfect for cooling off under the Caribbean sun.

The kids will love their own little alcove with a bunk bed.

The secure complex has a gym, a spa with a steam room and a 24-hour security guard.

The terrace has a BBQ grill for dinners outside, and the Xaman Ha Aviary is right outside the door.

It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3.5 bathrooms, and Playacar Beach is about a 15-minute walk.

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8. Penthouse Studio with a Private Rooftop Pool near Fifth Avenue

• 📍 Neighborhood: Playa del Carmen (Centro)
• ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads, budget travelers
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Who says you need a big budget for your own rooftop pool?

This penthouse studio has a private pool, a grill and sun loungers up top, with ocean views.

The building adds a spa, a gym, a sauna, an infinity pool and a jacuzzi.

You’re a short walk from Fifth Avenue, Playa Coco and the 3D Museum of Wonders.

It sleeps 3 guests in 1 bedroom with 2 bathrooms.

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9. Wheelchair-Accessible House with a Private Pool, One Block from the Beach

• 📍 Neighborhood: Playa del Carmen (Centro, near Playacar)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 7, families, budget travelers
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This roomy house is a block and a half from the beach and steps from Fifth Avenue.

Out back, there’s a private pool and a fenced garden with a hammock and outdoor dining.

It’s all on one level, with a ramp, wide bathroom doors and safety bars in the showers.

An inclusive beach, adapted for people with disabilities, is very close by.

The bus station is half a block away, so you can get here from Cancún Airport without a taxi.

It sleeps 7 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2.5 bathrooms, and both bedrooms have AC.

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10. Ocean-View Condo with a Private Jacuzzi Terrace near Playa Coco

• 📍 Neighborhood: Playa del Carmen (Playa Coco)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 5, families
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Set your alarm for sunrise, and watch the Caribbean turn every color from your private jacuzzi on the terrace.

This condo looks out over the jungle and the ocean, with a hammock for lazy afternoons.

The rooftop has a shared pool and a gym, and the Wi-Fi is fast enough for streaming.

It’s steps from Playa Coco, and Mamitas Beach Club and Fifth Avenue are a short walk away.

It sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2.5 bathrooms.

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Best Playa del Carmen Airbnbs FAQ

The Mamitas area is close to the beach clubs and nightlife, but still a short walk from Fifth Avenue.

Planning your trip? Check out my Playa del Carmen travel guide.

Wondering about safety? Read my guide on whether Playa del Carmen is safe for tourists.

A car is handy for day trips to cenotes, ruins and nearby beaches, and the ADO bus station has buses to the airport.

Flying into Cancún? Here’s the best way to get from Cancún to Playa del Carmen.

Want to drive yourself? Read my tips on renting a car in Playa del Carmen.

Prefer rideshare? Check out my guide to Uber in Playa del Carmen.

On this list, the Fifth Avenue penthouse, Villa Arena, Villa Caterina, the Playacar Luxe home, the penthouse studio and the accessible house all have a private pool.