Be Playa
Adults-only rooftop living in Playa del Carmen, from $59
A place to stay in Playa del Carmen
Be Playa Hotel Boutique & Rooftop Bar is a 4-star, adults-only hotel in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Rooms start at $59 and the property runs a rooftop pool, hot tub, sun deck, and bar alongside an on-site restaurant — a reasonable base for exploring the Riviera Maya without checking into a large resort. The hotel holds a guest rating of 7.8/10 from 133 reviews, with location, staff, and value cited most often as strengths. Three suite categories range from 35 to 65 square metres, and the rooftop gives most guests their main reason to linger between excursions.
Who'll feel at home here
A compact adults-only boutique hotel with a rooftop pool and bar, practical room sizes, and a tour desk that can arrange snorkeling, bike tours, and bar crawls.
Best for
- Adult couples or solo travellers
- Those wanting a rooftop pool without a mega-resort price
- Guests planning to explore the Riviera Maya by tour
- Budget-conscious travellers who still want a suite
Less suited to
- Families travelling with children
- Guests wanting a spa on-site
- Those seeking a large resort with extensive facilities
Rooftop pool and sun deck
The rooftop level has an outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub, a sun deck with outdoor furniture, and the hotel's bar. All three room categories include rooftop pool access, and the terrace is the main social space at the property.
Suite categories and room sizes
Three suite types run from 35 to 65 square metres. The Junior Suite and Master Suite both include a private balcony, terrace, city view, and an in-room spa tub. The Master Suite at 65 m² is the largest configuration available.
On-site restaurant and bar
The hotel runs a restaurant and a bar on-site. Special diet meals are available on request, and wine or champagne can be arranged at an additional charge. Breakfast is also available at the property.
Activities and tour desk
The tour desk can organise snorkeling, fishing, bike tours, walking tours, bar crawls, and local culture classes — all at an additional charge, with some activities departing off-site. Live music and DJ nights also take place at the property.
Rooms & suites
Standard Suite
35.0 m² · 1 king bed
- 1 room
- Rooftop pool
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
Master Suite
65.0 m² · 1 king bed
- Private suite
- Balcony
- City view
- Rooftop pool
- Air conditioning
Standout features
Inside Be Playa Hotel Boutique & Rooftop Bar - Adults Only
Amenities at Be Playa Hotel Boutique & Rooftop Bar - Adults Only
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Bar
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Adults only
- Tour desk
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Snorkeling
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
Activities
- Live music/Performance Additional charge
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours Additional charge
- Bar crawls Additional charge
- Nightclub/DJ
- Snorkeling Additional charge Off-site
- Fishing Additional charge Off-site
Food & Drink
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
Guest services
- Invoice provided
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/out Additional charge
- 24-hour front desk
Where you'll be
5 sights nearby, the closest being Museo del Chocolate at 270 m; the nearest bus station, Hotel Shuttle Bus Meeting area, is 230 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Museo del Chocolatemuseum270 m
- Residencia Art Projectgallery450 m
- tree of 18m diameterhistoric site510 m
- Aquarium Beachmuseum530 m
- Parque Gonzalo Guerreropark620 m
Getting around
- Hotel Shuttle Bus Meeting areabus station230 m
- ADO Alternabus station650 m
As-the-crow-flies distances from the property · © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 133 reviews, the three themes guests cite most are location, staff, and value for money. The property earns a 7.8/10 overall rating. No specific review themes with counts were provided beyond those three qualitative strengths, so individual experience will vary.
- Staff8.5
- Facilities7.4
- Cleanliness7.8
- Comfort7.7
- Value For Money8
- Location8.5
- Free Wifi4.5
Reviews scoring 9–10: 6 · average 9.5
They wrote about: room, staff, comfort
Reviews scoring 7–9: 12 · average 7.5
They wrote about: location, room, bathroom
Reviews scoring 5–7: 7 · average 5.7
They wrote about: location, room, breakfast
Reviews scoring Under 5: 5 · average 2
They wrote about: staff, room, comfort
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This is a summary of reviews left by guests on Booking partner sites.
Before you book
Policies & house rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
- Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:30 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$60 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
Frequently asked
Is the hotel adults-only?
Yes. Be Playa Hotel Boutique & Rooftop Bar is strictly adults-only. Guests travelling with children will need to look at alternative properties in Playa del Carmen.
What room types are available?
The hotel has three suite categories: Junior Suite (45 m²) from $59 Standard Suite (35 m², one king bed) from $65 and Master Suite (65 m², one king bed) from $87. All include rooftop pool access.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is available at the property. Whether it is included in a specific rate or charged separately will depend on the booking option selected — check at the time of reservation.
Is there parking at the hotel?
Contact the hotel directly before arriving by car to confirm current arrangements.
Does the hotel offer an airport shuttle?
Yes. An airport shuttle is listed as one of the hotel's facilities. Contact the property in advance to arrange pick-up, as availability and any associated charges should be confirmed directly.
What is the check-in and check-out process?
The hotel has a 24-hour front desk. Express check-in and check-out are available at an additional charge. Specific check-in and check-out times should be confirmed with the hotel at the time of booking.
Is WiFi free?
Yes. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
What activities can I arrange through the hotel?
The tour desk can book snorkeling, fishing, bike tours, walking tours, bar crawls, and local culture classes. All carry an additional charge, and snorkeling and fishing depart off-site.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes — an outdoor rooftop pool and a hot tub are available to guests. The rooftop level also has a sun deck with outdoor furniture.
Where is the hotel located?
The hotel is in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Location is one of the most frequently praised aspects in guest reviews, making it practical for accessing the town's main streets and transport links.
How do I book?
Reservations can be made through online booking platforms or by contacting the hotel directly. The tour desk is also available on-site for additional excursion bookings once you arrive.
Is there a restaurant on-site?
Yes. The hotel has an on-site restaurant. Special diet meals are available on request, and wine or champagne can be arranged at an additional charge.