In Playa del Carmen .You'll find Xcaret Eco Theme Park and Xplor Theme Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this Playa del Carmen vacation home. Also, Xenses Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Río Secreto is within 2 miles (3 km).
Occidental Vacation Club First Club Lounge at Grand Xcaret - 6 min drive
The Buffete - 17 min walk
Arriba Baja - 5 min drive
Cafeteca - 7 min drive
El Mercado De San Juan - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Hacienda - Hidden Gem in Jungle w/ Waterfall Pool & 5 min. Xcaret WaterPark!
Hacienda Xcaret Studio 1 is a TRUE GEM !! A DIAMOND IN THE JUNGLE Enjoy the peace and tranquility of our two luxury studios- Nestled in the pristine jungle and property of Xcaret Eco Park. The uniqueness of this location enables the vacationer to experience Playa del Carmen-without all the noise and hustle, and makes a perfect base to visit nearby attractions throughout the Riviera Maya and surrounding areas 2 miNutes from Xcaret and Xplor Within 10 minutes you can be Beaches— either north or south World famous 5th avenue And within 20 minutes Xel-Ha water park Cenotes Garden of Eden Can Tu Chi Azul Akumal Swim-snorkel with the turtles and tropical fish in Akumal Bay Yakul Lagoon—swim-snorkel amongst the tropical fish Tulum is 40 minutes to the south Visit the ruins, pristine beaches and gourmet dining Other Ruins that are located a bit further are Coba, and Chichen itza Also located within 5km of the property : Centro Maya shopping center Soriana—grocery store Cinemex—6 screen movie theater Hospiten—Rated the #1 hospital in Playa del Carmen
Guests will find it easy to transform into vacation mode with the peace and tranquility of the tropical garden and pool, along with the privacy one expects. There is public transportation, taxis, combis and collectivos available within a 5 minute walk that can take you either north or south to all your favorite destinations. Amenities of Hacienda Xcaret Studios King Bed Air conditioning Ceiling fans Flat screen t.v. Kitchen, complete with dining and cooking needs Pool BBQ area Wheel chair accessable All needs have been taken into consideration to allow the level of comfort you are used to and expect
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: smoking outside
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 1,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 PM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children.
Note from host: no children---sorry
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking outside
Important information
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Hacienda Xcaret Studio 1
Frequently asked questions
How close is Hacienda - Hidden Gem in Jungle w/ Waterfall Pool & 5 min. Xcaret WaterPark! to the airport?
This vacation home is 17.7 mi (250-min drive) away from the Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Hacienda - Hidden Gem in Jungle w/ Waterfall Pool & 5 min. Xcaret WaterPark! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Hacienda - Hidden Gem in Jungle w/ Waterfall Pool & 5 min. Xcaret WaterPark! to the beach?
This vacation home is 4.9 mi (14-min drive) from Playa del Carmen Main Beach and 3.7 mi (9-min drive) from Playacar Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Hacienda - Hidden Gem in Jungle w/ Waterfall Pool & 5 min. Xcaret WaterPark! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Hacienda - Hidden Gem in Jungle w/ Waterfall Pool & 5 min. Xcaret WaterPark!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Riviera Gran Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.
Is there free parking at Hacienda - Hidden Gem in Jungle w/ Waterfall Pool & 5 min. Xcaret WaterPark!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Hacienda - Hidden Gem in Jungle w/ Waterfall Pool & 5 min. Xcaret WaterPark! have a pool?
Yes, there's a pool.
Does Hacienda - Hidden Gem in Jungle w/ Waterfall Pool & 5 min. Xcaret WaterPark! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Hacienda - Hidden Gem in Jungle w/ Waterfall Pool & 5 min. Xcaret WaterPark! to downtown Playa del Carmen?
This vacation home is 1.3 mi away from Xcaret.
Hacienda - Hidden Gem in Jungle w/ Waterfall Pool & 5 min. Xcaret WaterPark! Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tim C.
Apr 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Excellent
Esther and Glen were great. They were super accommodating, the property is beautiful, we only have good things to say about our time there. 10/10 will and have recommended to anyone that is staying in the area.
Tim C.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Vince B., Michigan
Mar 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Terrarium Vacation
Can’t put into words and photos doesn’t do the property justice. Absolutely a beautiful hidden oasis. Skip and the kind folks at the Hacienda were more than accommodating and kind. I’m not saying anymore, too many visitors might edge us out!
Vince B.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tim M.
Feb 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property and experience
We absolutely loved staying at Hacienda Xcaret. The hosts are kind, resourceful and attentive. The property is a perfect location for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the typical beach and resort experience and who prefer a beautiful and peaceful tropical oasis that is next to the amazing Xcaret parks and also easy access to Tulum, Coba, cenotes, beaches any everything else in the area. The property is spotless, and very well maintained and updated with modern amenities and very secure and safe. The pictures posted on the web profile are nice but do not do the place justice as the property is even more beautiful. We hope to return again soon!
Tim M.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sergei L.
Mar 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, unusual
A very beautiful old villa, located in the jungle. Friendly owners and staff. It is advisable to rent a car, because. located away from shops and shopping centers. Who wants to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city - recommend.
Sergei L.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
John M.
Mar 12, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
2weeks in paradise
Based on the VRBO listing we had high expectations for our stay and our expectations were exceeded from the moment we arrived. Our unit, one of 2 studios located adjacent to the main house, was beautiful, comfortable and secluded.
We took advantage of the pool almost every day and read our books on the loungers while feeling that we were in a jungle retreat. This feeling was reinforced by the regular visits of a troop of spider monkeys in the tree tops. We had a car to tour the area and it was easy access to the main north south highway.
But our visit to Hacienda Xcaret was made even more special by our hosts Skip, Esther and Glen. They made us feel welcome from the first moments and by the end of our stay we are friends!
John M.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Loraine K.
Mar 12, 2018
Oasis!
Hacienda Xcaret is an oasis tucked behind high walls! The landscaping and interior design create a cultural experience with lush green vegetation and artistic touches throughout! Glen and Esther are wonderful hosts!
We rented a car and started each day very early to stay a step ahead of the crowds while sightseeing (Chichen Itza and ruins at Tulum). The beaches in the reserves south of Hacienda Xcaret are beautiful and quiet! After a day of sightseeing we returned to our studio with groceries and beverages where we were able to relax! Glen and Esther provide beach chairs, beach towels, snorkeling gear, cooler, umbrella for your trips to the beach.
DEFINITELY go to Xcaret! A short drive from Hacienda Xcaret. It is an amazing experience!
Loraine K.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
10/10 Excellent
Norm S.
Feb 7, 2018
Loved our stay at Studio Xcaret
Glen , Ester and their staff were very accommodating and helpful throughout our month long stay at Hacienda Xcaret. They gave us helpful advice and where-to-go /what-to-do hints and suggestions. They provided without charge comfy backpack travel chairs to take to the beach and a boogie board to ride the waves. Our suite was clean on arrival and a bowl of fresh fruits was on the table to greet us, along with some cold milk and even some beers in the fridge. All were welcoming to our little travelling companion dog and he got along just fine with their 3. The bed was deliciously comfortable and the air conditioning cooled the space quickly and quietly. We loved watching the spider monkeys on their near daily noisy pass overhead at the property.
The pool was set beautifully on the property, but if we had any complaints about our stay it would be that the pool did seem to be too chilly to do any more than a wade. We understand that it is situated basically in a jungle and shaded and extremely hard to keep clean from the falling leaves and debris. It was great to just sit beside the pool to read. We would have no hesitation in recommending the Studio Xcaret to anyone contemplating a stay near Playa del Carmen. Norm, Shena and Senor Buffett
Norm S.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2018
10/10 Excellent
Jackie S.
Jun 15, 2017
Beautiful place, excellent hosts, and safe
About as good as we could have asked for, if not better. They were extremely kind and hopeful hosts, well priced, well kept.
Thank you.
Jackie S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017
10/10 Excellent
Tom N.
Mar 6, 2017
Tom and Karen's exceptional stay in studio 1
We came as guests and left as friends! Karen and I and our little Yorkie had a wonderful stay at Hacienda Xcaret studio 1 in February. The room was very nice as with a great bed. The location is beautiful and is like an oasis away from the hustle and bustle of Playa Del Carmen. The buildings on the property are beautiful and so are the grounds.
If you don't have a rental car, the bus (collectivo) is a short walk from the property. The collectivo will get you into Playa in 10 minutes and to beaches south in 10 to 15 minutes. Of course, a car would be nice to have (we didn't have one) and can be rented in Playa for as little as $25 per day including insurance. We know this because some friends did exactly that.
The grocery store Sorianas is a 5 minute drive. A taxi back from Sorianas costs 160 pesos. A taxi back from Playa is $180 pesos.
As we said the room and the grounds are beautiful but the best part is the wonderful treatment that one can expect from the hosts who are really nice people.
We would definitely recommend a stay here.
Tom N.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2017
10/10 Excellent
Andrew C.
Apr 3, 2016
Very Pleasant
The house was very nice and the home owners were very accommodating. We would definitely go back. It's nice if you're the type that doesn't want to stay in a hotel with a lot of other people.
Andrew C.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2016
10/10 Excellent
Martha W.
Jan 11, 2016
Peaceful, spacious and elegant studio
The studio was beautifully finished, with great attention paid to cleanliness and upscale details. Great mattress and quality sheets. The towels were plush, something you would choose for your own home. The owners are onsite, available but only so much as you would like. You have a strong sense of privacy due to the lush grounds, complete with a beautiful, large, bubbling fountain. They entertained once while we were there, and invited us to join in, which was lovely of them. There are beach towels, snorkel equipment and chairs available when you are ready to get to the ocean, a short 20 minute drive to an almost private beach at a turtle refuge. We spent our first five days just lounging on the property, which gives you an idea of how relaxing it is.
This whole experience couldn't be more different than that which the Riviera Maya resorts offer. I strongly recommend a car, we had thought of doing without and it would have been difficult. Highly recommended.
Martha W.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2015
10/10 Excellent
Andrew B.
Mar 8, 2015
Andy & Amelia B.
Owners are wonderful people and they have built a beautiful property! The studios are superbly decorated and quiet. The king beds are very comfortable, and the a/c works perfectly, keeping an even temperature without any loud on/off noises for a great nights sleep. The grounds and pool are very pretty, both natural looking and inviting. Lastly, the property is centrally located and easy to find-less than a quarter mile from the main road-but you'd never know it. A great value!