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Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa

4.0 star property

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Double Room, Ocean View
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mexican cuisine
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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38 St And The Beach, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
  • Place, Mamitas Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa del Carmen Main Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Quinta Avenida
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Garden View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden View Palapa

Garden View Palapa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Ocean View

Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View Palapa

Ocean View Palapa

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Bungalow

Premium Bungalow

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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The Oasis

The Oasis

  • Garden view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Single Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Run of House

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, minibar

The Oasis Palapa

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Single Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, Ocean View

Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Playa del Carmen

With a stay at Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa, you'll be centrally located in Playa del Carmen, steps from Mamitas Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Quinta Avenida. .This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Mario Villanueva Stadium Madrid and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall.

What's nearby

  • Mamitas Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Quinta Avenida - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mario Villanueva Stadium Madrid - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mamita's Beach Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Vagabunda - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Cueva del Chango - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Encanto Beach Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Plaza San Pedro - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa offers 195 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks and desk chairs. Select Comfort beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Guests can make use of the in-room espresso makers and minibars. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
5 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Revive has 1 treatment room. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 195 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and espresso makers. Your Select Comfort bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 5 outdoor pools, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services, babysitting (surcharge), and an arcade/game room.
Enjoy Mexican cuisine at Cocina, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 3 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 3 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Cocina - Overlooking the garden, this diner specializes in Mexican cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Las Olas - This beachfront buffet restaurant specializes in Caribbean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Fuego Restaurante y Bar - This beach fine-dining restaurant specializes in Caribbean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Agave - This sports bar overlooks the garden. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Itzi Pool Bar - This brewpub is located by the pool. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

À la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included

Basic alcoholic beverages included

In-room minibar (some restrictions)

Dining and beverage availability limited at one or more venues

Land activities

Bicycling

Fitness facilities

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities

Onsite live performances

Awards and affiliations

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa is listed in the 2023 Travel + Leisure 500.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 27 for adults and USD 27 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Agave
  • Cocina
  • Fuego Restaurante y Bar
  • Itzi Pool Bar
  • Las Olas

Things to do

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Free beach club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 2 floors
  • 33 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1985
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

This property is located near several bars and nightclubs, which may be disturbing to the peace and quiet of the resort.

The listed mandatory service fee, collected at check-in, applies to All-Inclusive bookings only.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.25 per accommodation, per night

Welcoming dogs and cats only

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per night
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 120
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: USD 60 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 3.39 per accommodation, per night
  • Service fee: USD 15 per person, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach loungers
  • Bicycle storage
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Lending library access
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 27 for adults and USD 27 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 302 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 302 (roundtrip), (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • Pet fee: USD 30.25 per accommodation, per night
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 100
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, window guards, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 008-007-000708/2025

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, and hot tub with adult supervision
Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Mahekal

Mahekal Beach

Mahekal Beach Playa del Carmen

Mahekal Beach Resort

Mahekal Beach Resort Playa del Carmen

Mahekal Resort

Mahekal Beach Hotel Playa Del Carmen

Mahekal Beach Resort Riviera Maya/Playa Del Carmen, Mexico

Shangri La Caribe Hotel

Shangri La Caribe Playa Del Carmen

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 668 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1005 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Dianna, Mannford

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
They room was noisy as it next to busy street.Furnishings outdated and bathroom floor gets completely soaked every shower. I asked for queen beds and upon checkin had king only double was this disaster. Their hot tubs were cold tubs and unless youre cute or have a handful of tip money beach waiters could care less about serving. Wouldnt recommend completelysoakedake
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, clean resort grounds and beaches and pools, close proximity to 5th avenue and shopping outlets.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

SIDNEY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful facilities and relaxing vibes. staff was helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todos muy amables Excelente servicio
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

benjamin gordon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mahekal is our home away from home and we always recommend them as a great resort to stay at. We have stayed at the resort 12 times now and every time is a special time. Some of the staff has been there for 15 years plus and are always welcoming and go above and beyond to make sure the guests old and new feel special! The only negative the last couple trips has been the hot tub/jacuzzi’s have been anything but warm/hot and this years trip the wait time getting in for breakfast was something we had never experienced and could be avoided if they opened back up the other restaurant Fuego for breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Mahekal was great. The rooms were clean and comfortable with a very tropical vibe. Location is amazing and the staff was friendly and helpful. One negative thing was I had my bose and apple headphones go missing. While there. The staff was very helpful in looking for them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent 7 days at Mahekal at the end of Jan 2026. LOVED every minute. Small, un-crowded resort with clean pools and spotless, comfortable rooms. The staff is simply amazing and friendly, they made every moment special with their attention to detail. We stayed in the King Palapa gardem view. We loved the natural roof and the attached porch with seating and hammocks. Mahekal is truly a magical place. We did the half-board option with breakfast and dinner buffets and had no regrets. Food was very fresh and a bit different every day. We headed into Playa for lunch, which was great due to the cental location of the resort. We cant wait to go back!!!
Lobby
Las Olas pool
Itzi pool
Our building, garden view palapa
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eldon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful resort, beautiful location, terrific food & a warm & hospitable staff. We loved it & will defn be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, North Hollywood

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jeannette

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort needs a major update. Everything is worn down and dirty, the bungalows stink. I did not enjoy my stay at all.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Everything perfect. Quiet spot with just the right amount of fun. Would 100% stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Anna

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xochitl D

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Rennier

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Walid

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room were clean
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mahekel has soul, charming palapas; beautiful pools, great beach; close to 5th avenue adventures in shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All is perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re going to Expedia. You may think that this is all inclusive. It is but you have to pay extra for it! With the all inclusive and the extra fees, the hotel throws at you. Expect to spend about $1900 extra. Just under 1600 for the all-inclusive. And 300 and extra. Once I got past the initial shock of extra fees. It was an amazing resort! I would suggest getting a room in the upper 100s room. Far enough away from the music. We stayed in 179. Great room, great staff, and amazing food! Absolutely beautiful here. They don’t runoff the wildlife either. Had a cute Coati that lives in a tree next to my room.
Lobster night! A fantastic five course meal. On th beach. Of course it costs extra. But, Don’t pass it up.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025