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A rustic bar area with wooden beams, a neon sign reading 'Bee Bar', and a bar counter with various bottles and a coffee machine.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a TV.

A glass door leading to an outdoor patio area with potted plants, wicker furniture, and a fire extinguisher on the wall.

A clear pool with visible water ripples and a metal ladder leading into it.

1. Days Inn By Wyndham Playa Del Carmen

Gonzalo Guerrero, 0.4 km from Central Square

Shaileshkumar Laxmanbhai

￥8,106

￥10,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A staircase leading to a warmly lit interior space with a stone archway and hanging star-shaped lights.

A courtyard with a building featuring a blue archway, surrounded by palm trees and flowering plants.

A thatched-roof structure with a dining area and outdoor seating, surrounded by lush greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a tiled floor, a chandelier, and a view of greenery outside.

2. Hotel Lunata - Near Playa del Carmen Main Beach

Playa del Carmen Centro, 0.3 km from Central Square

Rahim

￥10,694

￥13,443 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A wooden deck with chairs and tables, surrounded by lush tropical plants and a thatched roof structure.

A bed with white curtains, a wooden floor, and a view of a pool and garden.

A spacious living room with wicker furniture, a brick wall, and a ceiling fan.

A room with a bed, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

3. La Pasion Hotel Boutique by Bunik

Downtown Playa del Carmen, 0.1 km from Central Square

angelina

￥7,495

￥9,573 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean, wooden deck, and two umbrellas.

A modern living room with a large sofa, wooden chairs, and a glass table. It features a view of the ocean and a clear sky.

A modern spa room with a large bathtub, a view of the ocean, and a wooden ceiling.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pier extending into turquoise waters.

4. La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret, Adults Only

Playa del Carmen Centro, 0.4 km from Central Square

Hazel

￥321,410

￥392,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A person sitting in a swimming pool with a view of the sky and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a view of palm trees, and a balcony with chairs.

A room with a bed, a chair, and a table with a hat and sunglasses.

A modern multi-story residential building with balconies, large windows, and greenery.

5. Meliora By Bunik

Downtown Playa del Carmen, 0.1 km from Central Square

Blair

￥4,590

￥6,056 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a mirror, and a door leading to a balcony with a blue railing and a palm tree.

A yellow building with a blue facade, a balcony, and a sign that reads "Hotel Yum K'in."

A bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a small shelf with a plant, and a window with blinds.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a blue sofa, and a ceiling fan.

6. Hotel Yum K'iin

Playa del Carmen Centro, 0.1 km from Central Square

warren

￥4,175

￥6,157 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A narrow pathway flanked by buildings with arched windows and a sign reading 'RECEPTION.'

A room with a chandelier, a sofa, a table, a printer, and a plant.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with a central island, a dining area with chairs, and a ceiling fan.

7. Vértice Hotel Boutique

Playa del Carmen Centro, 0.4 km from Central Square

Kenneth

￥4,345

￥5,761 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A multi-level structure with colorful painted walls and steps.

A reception sign with the word "RECEPCION" on a wooden plank, mounted on a teal pillar, with a blurred interior of a building in the background.

A colorful building with multiple balconies and potted plants.

A pathway leading to a colorful building with a thatched roof.

8. Hotel Colorado Playa Del Carmen

Playa del Carmen Centro, 0.3 km from Central Square

Gefen

￥3,778

￥5,075 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a view of greenery through a window.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a dining table with chairs.

A multi-level interior with a staircase, metal railings, and a door marked "SALIDA EXIT".

9. Quinta Sea

Downtown Playa del Carmen, 0.2 km from Central Square

Paul

￥8,405

￥10,675 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone pathway leading to a building entrance.

A spacious living room with a marble floor, a wooden cabinet, a sofa with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

A resort with multiple balconies, lush tropical vegetation, and a swimming pool.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

10. Villas Sacbe Condo Hotel and Beach Club

Downtown Playa del Carmen, 0.4 km from Central Square

William James

￥13,201

￥18,059 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a large sliding glass door to the outside.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.

A covered outdoor seating area with a giraffe-themed sofa, a wooden pergola, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

A rustic dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a cabinet with glass doors, and a kitchen visible through an open door.

11. Casa Central

Downtown Playa del Carmen, 0.3 km from Central Square

Roger

￥3,343

￥4,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A restaurant with a view of the ocean, featuring wicker hanging lights, green plants, and wooden furniture.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a wooden bench with cushions, and a small table with a vase and a plant.

A beachfront hotel with multiple floors, palm trees, and outdoor seating areas.

12. Hyatt Centric Playa del Carmen - Downtown House & Beach House

Downtown Playa del Carmen, 0.3 km from Central Square

Hamid

￥12,820

￥18,880 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern interior with a round wooden table surrounded by lush greenery, large hanging wicker chandeliers, and a bright, airy atmosphere.

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and towels, overlooking a clear sky and distant buildings.

A modern interior with a central dining area, wooden partitions, and green upholstered seating.

A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a bar.

13. Antera Hotel & Residences

Playa del Carmen Centro, 0.3 km from Central Square

mica

￥10,074

￥13,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A dining area with hanging plants, a tiled floor, and a bicycle in the background.

A hotel lobby with a sofa set, two potted plants, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a potted plant, and a view of greenery through an open window.

A poolside area with a woman sitting on the edge, red lounge chairs, and a red umbrella.

14. Hotel Los Itzaes by 5th av

Playa del Carmen Centro, 0.2 km from Central Square

Javier

￥9,231

￥11,675 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lush tropical plants and a thatched-roof structure.

A hotel entrance with a thatched roof structure, a signboard, and a pathway leading inside.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a thatched-roof structure, surrounded by palm trees and a yellow building.

A garden with a paved path, various plants, and a water feature.

15. Hotel Lunasol

Playa del Carmen Centro, 0.3 km from Central Square

Lalitha

￥6,778

￥8,705 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern dining area with wicker chairs, a wooden table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

A swimming pool with a clear view of the cityscape in the background.

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a large mirror, and a painting on the wall.

16. LF Hotel Boutique

Playa del Carmen Centro, 0.4 km from Central Square

Jose M Sandoval

￥4,237

￥5,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern pool area with a clear blue pool, lounge chairs, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A framed TV displaying a cozy room with a fireplace, sofa, and potted plants.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and potted plants.

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a bar area with shelves, and a city view.

17. CALIXTA Hotel

Downtown Playa del Carmen, 0.3 km from Central Square

Adan

￥4,659

￥6,371 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A stone wall with a Buddha statue, a pool, and a view of the ocean and buildings.

A palm tree, a stone pathway, and a view of the ocean.

A coastal view with a clear sky, turquoise sea, and a sailboat.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, overlooking the sea.

18. Hotel Cielo Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen Centro, 0.4 km from Central Square

jenniffer

￥9,026

￥11,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A vibrant courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and colorful walls.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view, and a small table with a chair.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a dark door, a bench, and a sofa with patterned cushions.

A courtyard with a swimming pool, palm trees, and colorful buildings.

19. Hotel Hacienda Maria Bonita

Downtown Playa del Carmen, 0.2 km from Central Square

Blanca

￥4,673

￥7,190 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, and a view of a kitchen area with a bar.

A modern kitchen with a wooden dining table, black cabinets, and a built-in island with a countertop.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

20. Leaf Boutique Condos

Playa del Carmen Centro, 0.2 km from Central Square

Jacob

￥4,576

￥10,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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Compare top hotels near Central Square

Days Inn By Wyndham Playa Del Carmen Gonzalo Guerrero, 0.4 km from Central Square View	Hotel Lunata - Near Playa del Carmen Main Beach Playa del Carmen Centro, 0.3 km from Central Square View	La Pasion Hotel Boutique by Bunik Downtown Playa del Carmen, 0.1 km from Central Square View	La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret, Adults Only Playa del Carmen Centro, 0.4 km from Central Square View	Meliora By Bunik Downtown Playa del Carmen, 0.1 km from Central Square View
9.2 Wonderful 25 reviews	9.4 Exceptional 462 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 1,175 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 252 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews
￥8,106 ￥10,312 total includes taxes & fees Nov 19 - Nov 20	￥10,694 ￥13,443 total includes taxes & fees Nov 19 - Nov 20	￥7,495 ￥9,573 total includes taxes & fees Oct 22 - Oct 23	￥321,410 ￥392,221 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27	￥4,590 ￥6,056 total includes taxes & fees Oct 23 - Oct 24

Top Central Square Hotel Reviews

Devossion By Live Aqua Playa del Carmen All Inclusive - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Overall great experience. Food was great, alcohol was decent. The rooms were clean and property was well maintained. The only downside is open air restaurants so it’s really hot when you’re trying to eat."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Playa Del Carmen by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very nicely ce people great service Great location"

Antera Hotel & Residences

10/10 Excellent

"Everything’s is close by not to far. Beach is like 5 minutes of walk. Close to Quinta Avenida. Very welcoming"

The Reef 28 Hotel & Spa - Luxury Adults Only - All Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Ubicación estratégica en el corazón de Playa del Carmen vista espectacular los restaurantes buenisimos la atención excelente y la habitación de lujo bueno todo me encantó y regresaría full! El Spa es top"

Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"O hotel é ótimo, próximo a Quinta Avenida onde há grande comércio, ao Walmart e rodoviária. O quarto é grande e confortável, os funcionários são gentis, com um sorriso no rosto para lhe atender, dispostos a ajudar. A área de lazer é muito boa, com atividades diversas e recreação. Café da manhã com muitas opções. Tem uma cafeteria bem gostosa que fica aberta até as 23 horas. Porém, Praia del Carmen não tem mar azul"

The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed at the hôtel oct 9 t'ill 16 and really enjoyed my stay.Bed really comfortable, room very clean.Realy enjoyed the rooftop pool.View incredible.Breakfast at the restaurant was really good for only 200 pesos with a coupon from the hôtel.The location is perfect.Only 2 minutes walking from the 5th .I would definitely go back"

Hacienda Real del Caribe

8/10 Good

"A little loud at night"

Cache Hotel Boutique - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was amazing, had a great time here you have everything walking distance. Every night there's a different event in the hotel bar wil return to this hotel next time I'm in playa del carmen"

Ahava Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and well maintenance facilities. Noisy"

Other attractions near Central Square

Calle 12

8.8/10 (375 reviews)

You can enjoy the entertainment at Calle 12 during your travels to Playa del Carmen. While in this walkable area, you can savor the bars and restaurants.

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Riviera Gran Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Riviera Gran Casino during your time in Playa del Carmen?

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3D Museum of Wonders

7.6/10 (34 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at 3D Museum of Wonders during your travels in Playa del Carmen.

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Mercado Playa del Carmen

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mercado Playa del Carmen during your stay in Playa del Carmen.

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Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church

8.6/10 (57 reviews)

After visiting Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Playa del Carmen. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the diving spots.

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Chabad Playa del Carmen

You can learn about the history of Playa del Carmen when you stop by Chabad Playa del Carmen.

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Frida Kahlo Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Frida Kahlo Museum during your travels in Playa del Carmen.

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Calle Corazón

8.6/10 (29 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Calle Corazón during your stay in Playa del Carmen.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Central Square?

Central Square is located in an area of Playa del Carmen known for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options, and diving. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 2673 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Central Square?

Adjacent to Central Square, Meliora By Bunik is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Other good options close by include La Pasion Hotel Boutique by Bunik and Antera Hotel & Residences.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Central Square?

Expedia has 2673 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Central Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Central Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Central Square.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Central Square?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Central Square, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Central Square?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at 3D Museum of Wonders and Museum of Popular Mexican Art. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Founders Park and Chaak Tun Cenote. Playa del Carmen Main Beach, Mamitas Beach, and Playacar Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.

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Our top choices for Central Square hotels

1. Days Inn By Wyndham Playa Del Carmen

2. Hotel Lunata - Near Playa del Carmen Main Beach

3. La Pasion Hotel Boutique by Bunik

4. La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret, Adults Only

5. Meliora By Bunik

6. Hotel Yum K'iin

7. Vértice Hotel Boutique

8. Hotel Colorado Playa Del Carmen

9. Quinta Sea

10. Villas Sacbe Condo Hotel and Beach Club

11. Casa Central

12. Hyatt Centric Playa del Carmen - Downtown House & Beach House

13. Antera Hotel & Residences

14. Hotel Los Itzaes by 5th av

15. Hotel Lunasol

16. LF Hotel Boutique

17. CALIXTA Hotel

18. Hotel Cielo Playa del Carmen

19. Hotel Hacienda Maria Bonita

20. Leaf Boutique Condos

Compare top hotels near Central Square

Days Inn By Wyndham Playa Del Carmen

Hotel Lunata - Near Playa del Carmen Main Beach

La Pasion Hotel Boutique by Bunik

La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret, Adults Only

Meliora By Bunik

Top Central Square Hotel Reviews

Devossion By Live Aqua Playa del Carmen All Inclusive - Adults Only

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Playa Del Carmen by IHG

Antera Hotel & Residences

The Reef 28 Hotel & Spa - Luxury Adults Only - All Suites

Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive

The Carmen Hotel - Ocean Front

Hacienda Real del Caribe

Cache Hotel Boutique - Adults Only

Ahava Hotel

Other attractions near Central Square

Calle 12

Riviera Gran Casino

3D Museum of Wonders

Mercado Playa del Carmen

Nuestra Senora del Carmen Catholic Church

Chabad Playa del Carmen

Frida Kahlo Museum

Calle Corazón

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