The 10 Best Playa del Carmen Villas for Rent (#7 Has Mayan Ruins on the Way to the Beach)
Looking for the best Playa del Carmen villas?
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 sits on the Caribbean coast between Cancún and Tulum, with white-sand beaches, the ferry to Cozumel and the buzz of Fifth Avenue — and some of Mexico’s best Airbnbs.
👀 Curious about my top pick? It’s Casa Marina, a Playacar villa with a grotto pool — check it out here.
The tricky part is that villas here range from beachside Playacar to gated jungle communities a drive from town, so location really matters. That’s where I come in!
I’ve hand-picked a list of villas, all with nearly-5 star ratings, lots of glowing reviews, and Airbnb’s Guest Favorite badge.
My Top 3 Picks: The Best Playa del Carmen Villas
| Name | Neighborhood | Guests | See more |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ Casa Marina: Villa with a Grotto Pool, Waterfalls and a Swim-Up Bar | Playacar Phase 1 | Up to 10 | ➡️ Check rates |
| 2️⃣ Casa Ohana: Five-Bedroom Villa with a Pool Table, Hot Tub and Gym | Playacar Phase 2 | 16+ | ➡️ Check rates |
| 3️⃣ Casa Los Angeles: Bright Villa with a Secluded Pool a Block from the Beach | Playacar Phase 1 | Up to 8 | ➡️ Check rates |
⚠️ If none of these work, browse all the Playa del Carmen villas here, and use their filters to narrow down your search to find your ideal place.
The 10 Best Playa del Carmen Villas
1. Casa Marina: Villa with a Grotto Pool, Waterfalls and a Swim-Up Bar
- 📍 Neighborhood: Playacar Phase 1
- 🙋♀️ Guests: 10
- 🛌 Beds: 6
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Casa Marina’s showpiece is a grotto pool, complete with waterfalls and a swim-up bar.
Picture yourself floating under the waterfall with a cold drink, then heading up to the rooftop for panoramic ocean views at sunset.
This two-story, Mexican-style villa is full of warm earth tones, barro clay floors and Talavera tile accents.
Daily cleaning is included, and a chef and an English-speaking babysitter are available on request.
The beach is just one block away, and Fifth Avenue is about a 10-minute walk.
Playacar Phase 1 has round-the-clock security, plus Mayan ruins, an aviary and walking and biking trails to explore.
After you book, the host emails you an e-book with a house guide and local picks for Playa’s best eats, beaches and activities.
One pet is welcome, too.
It sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms with 4.5 bathrooms.
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2. Casa Ohana: Five-Bedroom Villa with a Pool Table, Hot Tub and Gym
- 📍 Neighborhood: Playacar Phase 2
- 🙋♀️ Guests: 16+
- 🛌 Beds: 12
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Casa Ohana is made for big groups, with five bedrooms and room for 16+ guests.
Picture the kids racing between the pool and the hot tub while the grown-ups line up a shot at the pool table.
The private pool sits in a large backyard, and there’s also a gym, central AC and a TV with Netflix and Prime Video.
It’s in a quiet private community in Playacar with 24-hour security and golf course views.
You can ride a bike to the beach, which the community shares with several hotels.
Up to 5 pets are welcome, so the whole family can come.
It sleeps 16+ guests in 5 bedrooms with 5.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: the host recommends renting a car for trips outside Playacar.
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3. Casa Los Angeles: Bright Villa with a Secluded Pool a Block from the Beach
- 📍 Neighborhood: Playacar Phase 1
- 🙋♀️ Guests: 8
- 🛌 Beds: 5
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Casa Los Angeles is a bright, feng shui–inspired villa just a block from the turquoise Caribbean Sea.
Picture morning coffee by the secluded private pool, then evening cocktails in the shade as the tropical breeze rolls in.
Inside, Mediterranean simplicity meets the charm of a traditional Mexican hacienda, with airy rooms full of natural light.
Cook in the fully equipped kitchen, or book a private cook for American and Mexican favorites.
There’s also a private hot tub, a hammock and an outdoor shower.
Beach chairs, umbrellas and a cooler are ready for your beach days.
Fifth Avenue is a short stroll away, and Playacar Phase 1 is a secure, tranquil community with its own Mayan ruins.
It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms.
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4. Five-Bedroom Villa with a Rooftop Jacuzzi and a Pool Table
- 📍 Neighborhood: El Cielo
- 🙋♀️ Guests: 16+
- 🛌 Beds: 12
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This five-bedroom villa has its own private pool, plus a jacuzzi up on the rooftop terrace.
Picture a sunset soak up top, then a round of pool or foosball before dinner off the grill.
Stays of three nights or more start with a complimentary welcome basket of food and essentials, and wine is included from two nights.
Every bedroom has its own bathroom, so a big family or group can stay together without fighting over the shower.
The concierge can arrange private chefs, airport transfers, tours and massages.
It sits in El Cielo, a quiet gated community with 24/7 security, about 3 miles (5 km) from downtown.
Beach clubs and Xcalacoco Beach are a short drive away, and one pet is welcome.
It sleeps 16+ guests in 5 bedrooms with 5.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: you’ll need to climb stairs, and housekeeping costs extra.
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5. Jungle-View Villa with Starlink Wifi and Four En-Suite Bedrooms
- 📍 Neighborhood: Ciudad Mayakoba
- 🙋♀️ Guests: 12
- 🛌 Beds: 7
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This jungle-view villa sits in a gated Mayakoba community with 24/7 security and access to a private cenote.
Picture sliding open the glass doors, stepping out to the private pool, and ending the night around the fire pit.
All four bedrooms have their own bathroom and AC, and the master has a king bed and blackout blinds.
Starlink wifi and a dedicated workspace keep remote workers happy.
Outside, you’ll find sun loungers and a charcoal BBQ, and inside, a custom dining table seats 10.
Miles of walking and biking trails, parks and a children’s park are right in the community.
The host can arrange a private chef, massages, shuttles and tours at extra cost.
Up to 2 pets are welcome, and downtown is about 15 minutes away.
It sleeps 12 guests in 4 bedrooms with 4.5 bathrooms.
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6. Designer Home with a Private Pool and a Bunk Room
- 📍 Neighborhood: Ciudad Mayakoba
- 🙋♀️ Guests: 12
- 🛌 Beds: 8
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This designer home blends indoor and outdoor living, with expansive windows that look out to the private pool.
Picture a lazy afternoon on the pool lounge under the Caribbean sun, then dinner off the grill in the private BBQ area.
The master bedroom has a king bed and its own bathroom, and the third bedroom’s two bunk beds are perfect for kids.
There’s also an upstairs lounge, exercise equipment and a garage for your car.
Guests can swim in a private cenote inside this gated community with 24/7 security.
Playa Xcalacoco is about a 10-minute drive, and Fifth Avenue is about 15 minutes away.
One pet is welcome.
It sleeps 12 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: the host notes that Mayakoba can have occasional power or water interruptions.
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7. Villa Coral: Art-Filled Villa a 2-Minute Walk from the Beach
- 📍 Neighborhood: Playacar Phase 1
- 🙋♀️ Guests: 8
- 🛌 Beds: 5
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Villa Coral is just a 2-minute walk from the beach, with small Mayan ruins along the way between the house and the sea.
Picture an afternoon dip in the private pool, surrounded by a lush tropical garden.
Keep an eye out for birds and iguanas, and now and then even monkeys or deer passing through the trees.
Inside, every room is decorated with original Mexican sculptures, tapestries and paintings.
There’s a private hot tub, a hammock and an outdoor shower, plus central AC.
You can use the tennis court for free if you reserve ahead, and there’s parking for up to 4 vehicles.
Fifth Avenue is close by, so you won’t need a car if you’re staying in town.
It sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms with 3.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: you’ll need to climb stairs, and pets aren’t allowed.
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8. Villa Okó: Chukum Villa a Short Walk from a Jungle Cenote
- 📍 Neighborhood: Ciudad Mayakoba
- 🙋♀️ Guests: 7
- 🛌 Beds: 4
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Villa Okó is about a 5-minute walk from a crystal-clear cenote surrounded by jungle, just for residents and guests.
Picture a morning swim in the cenote, then a lazy afternoon by your own private pool.
The raw Chukum Maya architecture gives this 3,240-square-foot (301 m²) home a look you won’t forget.
The master bedroom has a modern soaking tub, and the gamer room with its trundle bed is a kids’ favorite.
There are three terraces, an outdoor kitchen and a 140-inch TV, plus bikes and a kayak.
Cafés, a pizzeria and a mini-market are about a 3-minute walk away, and Playa Xcalacoco is a 10-minute drive.
Up to 2 pets are welcome, and a private chef or a massage can be booked at extra cost.
It sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms.
Heads up: houses are going up across the street, so you may hear construction from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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9. Casa Coco’s: Two-Story Villa with a Big Pool and Garden
- 📍 Neighborhood: Near Centro Maya
- 🙋♀️ Guests: 9
- 🛌 Beds: 5
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Casa Coco’s wraps you in privacy, with a lush border of natural vines around a bright, open-concept villa.
Picture the whole group at the long outdoor table for 10, with something on the grill and the pool just steps away.
The big pool measures 15 by 30 feet (4.5 by 9 m), with an outdoor shower nearby.
The master suite has a bathtub, a walk-in closet and a private balcony overlooking the pool.
All four bedrooms and the living room have AC.
Centro Maya’s supermarkets and banks are about 5 minutes away, and the beach and Xcaret are about 10.
It sleeps 9 guests in 4 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms.
Heads up: three of the bedrooms share one bathroom, all the bedrooms are upstairs, and you may hear traffic.
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10. Casa Malesso: Sea-Inspired House with a Private Pool and Free Bikes
- 📍 Neighborhood: Near Centro Maya
- 🙋♀️ Guests: 6
- 🛌 Beds: 4
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Casa Malesso is a breezy, turquoise-and-white house inspired by the sea, with its own private pool.
Picture the kids splashing in the pool while you watch from the comfort of the living room.
It sits in a gated community with guards at the entrance, plus a shared pool, palapa, soccer field and playground.
Two free bikes are ready for rides around the area or over to Playacar.
A treadmill and free weights keep your workout on track, and a 120-inch TV makes for great movie nights.
Centro Maya mall is a 5-minute walk, and Xcaret is a 5-minute drive.
The ferry to Cozumel and Fifth Avenue are about 7 minutes away.
It sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with 2.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: the bedrooms are upstairs, and there’s no washer or dryer in the house.
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Best Playa del Carmen Villas FAQ
What is the best area to rent a villa in Playa del Carmen?
Playacar is best if you want to walk to the beach and Fifth Avenue, while Ciudad Mayakoba and El Cielo are quieter gated communities a short drive north.
Casa Marina, Casa Los Angeles and Villa Coral are all in Playacar Phase 1, within a short walk of the beach.
Planning your trip? Here’s my first-timer’s guide to Playa del Carmen.
Staying outside Playacar? Here’s what to know about renting a car in Playa del Carmen.
Do Playa del Carmen villas come with a private chef?
None on this list includes a full-time chef, but several can arrange one for you.
Casa Marina and Casa Los Angeles offer a chef on request, and Villa Okó can book one at extra cost.
Wondering about safety? Here’s whether Playa del Carmen is safe for tourists.
Are Playa del Carmen villas pet-friendly?
Many are, and six of the villas on this list allow pets.
Casa Ohana is the most generous, with up to 5 pets allowed, while most of the others take 1 or 2.
Not set on Playa? Check out these Cancun villas for rent.
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