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Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Mamitas Beach

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Premium Penthouse King | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, minibar
Double Room, Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Restaurant
  • 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 comforters, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Garden View King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View Palapa | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Ocean View Palapa

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Run of House

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Playa del Carmen

On the beach.You'll be steps from Mamitas Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Quinta Avenida with a stay at this Downtown Playa del Carmen hotel. Also, Mario Villanueva Stadium Madrid is within half a mile (1 km) and Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Mamitas Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Quinta Avenida - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mario Villanueva Stadium Madrid - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

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

4-star beachfront hotel near Mamitas Beach
Some rates at Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Sit back and relax on the beach with free beach club on site, umbrellas, and sun loungers. At Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa you can cool off in one of the 5 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. This luxury hotel also offers a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. A complete renovation of Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa was completed in January 2023.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Playa del Carmen hotel.

  • 195 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 33 buildings
  • 3 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1985
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
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.
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.

Awards and affiliations

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip 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

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

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: USD 30.25 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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
  • Sanitation services: USD 2 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. No onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 100. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, window guards, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 008-007-000708/2025

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa to the airport?

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa is 22.9 mi (258-min drive) away from the Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa?

As of Jun 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa on Jun 17, 2026 start from $246, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 302 per person, roundtrip.

How close is Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 27 for adults and USD 27 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Riviera Gran Casino (2-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa?

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

Is there free parking at Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa have a pool?

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa features 5 outdoor pools. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Does Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like Mexican cuisine, garden views, and a beachfront location.

Does Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Revive, where you can enjoy aromatherapy, beach massages, and reflexology.

How close is Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa to downtown Playa del Carmen?

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa is 0.7 mi away from Playa del Carmen.

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 668 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1010 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, and excellent staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful property in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eldon

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff!!! 10/10 to the staff working there who made our visit so much better.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Entire resort was spotless
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lenia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff! We had a great time. Everything’s tasteful. Book your excursions here!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SIDNEY

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

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely Amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel & staff Beach seaweed in front of hotel was not cleared away as I would have expected. There was some effort but the seaweed won while we were there
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Mahekal Beach Resort was everything I hoped for and more. From the moment you arrive, you feel transported into a peaceful, bohemian oasis tucked right along the beach. The resort strikes the perfect balance between laid-back luxury and natural beauty—lush gardens, sandy pathways, and charming bungalow-style rooms that make it feel intimate and authentic rather than resorty. The location is unbeatable: steps from the ocean, yet close enough to walk into town when you want a bit of buzz. Waking up to the sound of the waves and enjoying mornings with ocean views felt surreal. The pools were beautiful and never overcrowded, and the beach setup was relaxed and inviting.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent resort, customer services and quality of the food and drinks
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne Jimenez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Vacation

A perfect stay at a perfect location on the beach beautiful grounds close to everything incredible property friendly excellent service
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing always have a smile on their faces & they seem genuinely happy to help in anyway they can if at all necessary. The rooms are spotlessly clean . The location is perfect for peace & if you choose to walk out of the resort gate youre then right into the heart of all the lovely restaurants, loval clothes stores coffe shops etc with a vibrant atmosphere. This is my 3 rd time staying at the mahakel & I will always return . Great private beach areas four pools & beautiful gardens to walk around totally peaceful ohh and the spa is amazing & im a sucker for a deep tissue massage and boy can they deliver . I give this peaceful beautiful resort a 5 star . I have done both ocean views & garden views here and their both excellent choices
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, the staff was very helpful. However, the desk staff did not solve an issue we had. While respectful we encountered inadequate solution and was warned down by the time that it took and the aggravation it caused us while a vacation should be down time. The resort is wonderful, the beach itself and waters are naturally overpowered by the natural phenomun of the seagrass.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel right on the water. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Boris

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

10/10 Excellent

benjamin gordon

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have visited Mahakal resort about 6 or 7 times, we are never disappointed.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025