The Beachfront by The Fives Hotels

Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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The hotel

Pack your shades and your best beach vibes because The Beachfront by The Fives in Mexico is calling – and trust us, you won’t want to leave it on read. This adults-only, ocean-kissing escape on Riviera Maya’s Xcalacoco Beach is where laid-back luxury meets barefoot elegance. Think boutique cool with a side of Caribbean heat. Picture this: you, lounging in a swanky suite with uninterrupted sea views, a private plunge pool, and a cocktail in hand. The rooms are more ‘Instagram goals’ than ‘standard hotel’. Even the mini-bar gets the VIP treatment – fully stocked and ready to roll. Dining here isn’t just eating; it’s a flavour-packed adventure. Expect fresh-off-the-boat seafood, sizzling local specialties, and cocktails so good they deserve their own passport. The beachfront restaurant is perfect for candle-lit dinners, while the bar mixes magic into every mojito. Ready to relax? Hit the spa (located next door at The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences) for a massage that’ll melt your worries faster than the Mexican sun. Feeling adventurous? Dive into snorkelling, explore the nearby cenotes, or wander Playa del Carmen’s buzzing streets – just 10 minutes away.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Sat on the pristine shores of Xcalacoco Beach in the Riviera Maya, and 10 minutes from downtown Playa del Carmen. Transfer time from Cancun Airport: 40 minutes.

Hotel information

43 rooms styled with contemporary furnishings. All have flat-screen TV, stocked mini-bar, modern bathrooms and 1 king bed. Garden View rooms are close to the beach and sleep maximum 2 adults.

All Inclusive option: includes onsite food and beverages (some restrictions may apply).

Room upgrades 

Oceanview Rooms with partial sea views sleep maximum 2 adults. Please note: these rooms do not come with a balcony or patio.

Beachfront Suites feature a private beachfront terrace or balcony area and full views of the ocean, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Beachfront Swim Up Suites boast a private pool and an oceanfront terrace, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

The Presidential Suite enjoys Caribbean Sea views, spacious living area, expansive bathroom and closet space, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 


Please note: all Beachfront Suites offer beautiful views of the ocean. Some have direct beach views, while others sit just behind the beachfront pool, still providing ocean views with a poolside setting. All Beachfront Suites also feature a balcony. The Beachfront Swim Up Suite category includes a private pool with direct beach access on the ground floor of the hotel. 

  • Free Nights: Stay for 14 nights & pay for 12 or Stay for 11nights & pay for 10 for stays completed between 01 May  - 31 Oct '25. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. Terms and conditions apply. 

Daily shuttle service to Essence at The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences.

Santa Sirena (beachfront restaurant and beach club, serving Mexican fusion cuisine and handcrafted cocktails. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Pop-up gastronomic stations*. Access to 10 restaurants and 8 bars at Essence at The Fives Beach.

Infinity pool. Spa services* (located next door at Essence at The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences). Beach Pilates, culinary and mixology workshops.

Access to Essence at The Fives Beach Hotel amenities. Ambassador service. Room service*. 

Please note: a travel tax of $11 per adult (over 15 years old) applies when visiting the Mexican state Quintana Roo. The payment can be made prior to travel, upon arrival or during the stay, as the tax will be imposed upon departure. There is also an additional Environmental Sanitation Tax of $3.72 USD per room, per night (payable locally, subject to change).

* Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating My new favourite resort!

Jul 7, 2025 Kerryweatherbie Barrie, Canada

We visited in May. My husband and I have graduated over the years to smaller boutique hotels when travelling as a couple. We have been going smaller and smaller and enjoying the boutique experience. I have travelled over 50 times to all Inclusives and the last 6 years have travelled 2-3 times per year to small boutique adults only properties. For… Read more
We visited in May. My husband and I have graduated over the years to smaller boutique hotels when travelling as a couple. We have been going smaller and smaller and enjoying the boutique experience. I have travelled over 50 times to all Inclusives and the last 6 years have travelled 2-3 times per year to small boutique adults only properties. For a while we were travelling to secrets, breathless and very often to TRS properties throughout Mexico and the Dominican. I stumbled upon Beachfront and loved the location. We are used to small resorts, but this would be the first one under 100 rooms and with only one restaurant, with the sister resort as an alternate we decided to give it a try. We couldn't have been happier! I have never really enjoyed having siter resorts as an option, I always found leaving the AO side to the family side felt like such a downgrade, that it seemed crazy to waste your precious vacation time having sub par food and drinks when you paid for boutique and exclusive....not here. We spent three of our nights at the sister resort for dinner options and loved sitting in the evening in the Plaza watching the entertainment while still enjoying quality drinks and fun evening snacks. Here is my honest reveiw of the food we tried, and although we are not picky eaters, we do consider ourselves foodies. The main restaurant was excellent - beef tartar (prepared tableside) was my absolute favourite food item of the week, although waaaay to large of a portion...I couldn't eat my steak after, I was so stuffed. The asian themed night (which I was not excited about) was excellent. The lunches poolside were stellar and my husband walked over to the sister hotel to bring back a pizza one day and it was also excellent.On the sister resort side we also tried the french - good mains (although my lamb was overcooked the flavour was great and I would definately try it again), we did not enjoy our appetizers, I found the french onion soup very sweet and my husband found the lobster bisque bitter, we also ordered some escargots which were a little rubbery and sandy, but my husbands steak was amazing. The italian was delicious for appetizers and my husbands dish was great, I ordered the gnochi which was pretty bland, but not bad, just bland. our third visit to the sister resort was our favourite, we ate at the thai restaurant and were surprised that it was our favourite meal of the trip. We ate most breakfasts on the AO side, but did venture twice over to the buffet and found it excellent as well. We are fairly good tippers, so I can only speak to the service we received, but the service we received on the Beachfront side was beyond the best I have ever had at an AI. From the pool staff , the restaurant servers, the front desk, and the ambassadors, it was utterly a new bar set for my vacation experiences. Truly amazing, we only took the Gardenview room (we literally do nothing in the room but shower and sleep) so didn't feel the need to upgrade. The bed was comfortable, the fridge was well stocked and the maid service was great. The shuttle service between the 2 properties was prompt and efficient (I wasn't expecting that). We loved it so much we just booked to go back the first week of September for my Birthday. Twice in under 5 months...I guess we liked it. Read less
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Jul 6, 2025 galvez-raul Panama City, Panama

This hotel is perfect for a couples' getaway. My wife and I visited to celebrate our wedding anniversary and loved it so much that we ended up staying an extra night. All the food we tried was delicious, and the service from everyone we encountered was top-notch. Special shout-out to Miriam, Jasmine, and Melky, our ambassadors who went above and… Read more
This hotel is perfect for a couples' getaway. My wife and I visited to celebrate our wedding anniversary and loved it so much that we ended up staying an extra night. All the food we tried was delicious, and the service from everyone we encountered was top-notch. Special shout-out to Miriam, Jasmine, and Melky, our ambassadors who went above and beyond to ensure we had a pleasant time. They offered dinner recommendations and helped us make reservations. The bar staff was also very attentive. Kevin, Marti, and Eduardo were always making delicious cocktails and offered friendly conversation. Joaquin was always keeping us hydrated while we were at the pool. Enrique, Israel and Richard were also helpful and courteous. The daily special lunch by the pool was something that never disappointed. Finally, the live music at night was perfect for a romantic dinner. The room was clean, spacious, and modern. The turn down service was always on point. I also wanted to thank the staff for the nice amenity they sent on our anniversary night. The hotel was very nice and clean with a nice pool and easy and convenient beach access. Lastly, if you are interested in checking out their sister hotel, you could walk less than 5 minutes by the beach, or the hotel can drop you off with one of their golf carts. Overall, it is a nice romantic hotel with excellent customer service and delicious food. Highly recommended. Read less
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Jul 3, 2025 Marina B

This place exceeded my expectations. It’s peaceful and right on the beach, the rooms are clean, the food tasted SO GOOD, and the staff are very accommodating and friendly. I was relieved that there weren’t any programs (zumba, pool games, etc.) that bud into just laying and enjoying the sound of beach waves. The sister hotel has all of that so if… Read more
This place exceeded my expectations. It’s peaceful and right on the beach, the rooms are clean, the food tasted SO GOOD, and the staff are very accommodating and friendly. I was relieved that there weren’t any programs (zumba, pool games, etc.) that bud into just laying and enjoying the sound of beach waves. The sister hotel has all of that so if you want it’s just next door. There were mounds of seaweed this time around so we didn’t get to swim in the ocean but even then we had an amazing time. This vacation was meant for me to rest and I did just that. A few things to keep in mind: There are no elevators as this is ment to be a small resort but it should only be a problem if you have a hard time taking stairs. If you don’t like something, then speak up, trust me they want you to have a good time here so if you want some something, ask. I like that they use WhatsApp for information and requests. Streamlines everything quite nicely. You’re not running around looking for someone to bring a drink or an extra towel. If you’re not accustomed to eating raw meat (like beef tartar), then stay away from that. Depending on your stomach, it might not be worth it. Or be ready for the consequences. I can’t wait to come back! Read less
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Jul 2, 2025 Ethel T

We stayed at the Beachfront June 26-July 1, 2025. Celebrated my bday weekend. We’re group of 6. Food at the restaurant is on point. Restaurant manager Mr. Mercado, and the rest of the staff makes sure that our expectations are meet. They celebrated my bday 2 nights in a row😄. Our ambassadors Jazmine, Miriam and Melki also deserve to be… Read more
We stayed at the Beachfront June 26-July 1, 2025. Celebrated my bday weekend. We’re group of 6. Food at the restaurant is on point. Restaurant manager Mr. Mercado, and the rest of the staff makes sure that our expectations are meet. They celebrated my bday 2 nights in a row😄. Our ambassadors Jazmine, Miriam and Melki also deserve to be recognized. They work day in and day out to help us with our needs and restaurant reservations. Bar service is also excellent, especially Omar and Abel. Restaurant server Saul and George’ also are excellent worker. Beach front manager Mr Enrique and your whole team, great job guys. You made our vacation a memorable one. Hope to see you guys again😄 Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beachfront by the Fives highly recommend for couples

Jul 2, 2025 jax l

Would highly recommend this resort if you want to feel totally pampered and have complete relaxation. So quiet, small and peaceful. The service is incredible, they will take care of any need & make anything custom for you. Really great food at the restaurant plus a cookout by the pool for lunch each day. And live music at dinner!