Category: lodgings

  • Hotel Deseo, Playa del Carmen

    This rather chic boutique hotel is located on the “fifth avenue” of Playa del Carmen at Calle 12. We did not stay here but I was impressed by its inviting entrance so I wandered into it to investigate further. The raw stone steps, lacking a handrail, leads from the street level up towards the building, and…

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  • The Resort: Royal Hideaway Playacar

    The resort was exactly how we wanted it.  No high-rise hotel, no pool parties, just quiet enjoyment of the weather, ocean, and food.  The staff greeted us with champagne and offered us high tea when we checked-in at around 4 pm.  Supposedly, the entire resort has wi-fi and we were given a login username and…

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