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Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa

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4 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
On the beach, white sand, beach cabanas, sun loungers
On the beach, white sand, beach cabanas, sun loungers
On the beach, white sand, beach cabanas, sun loungers
4 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Overview of Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa

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Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa

4.0 star property

9.0/10 Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Pet-friendly
  • All-inclusive
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa
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38 St And The Beach, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationPlaya del Carmen Main Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMamitas Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationQuinta Avenida4 min walk
  • AirportCancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)50 min drive
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About this area

Playa del Carmen

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa is located in Downtown Playa del Carmen, a neighborhood in Playa del Carmen, and is in a shopping district and on the beach. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Quinta Avenida and Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall, while those looking for another kind of activity may want to check out Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal. Traveling with kids? Make time for Xcaret Eco Theme Park, or check out an event or a game at Mario Villanueva Stadium Madrid. Snorkeling, water skiing, and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 1 min walk
  • Mamitas Beach - 1 min walk
  • Quinta Avenida - 4 min walk
  • Mario Villanueva Stadium Madrid - 9 min walk
  • Pier Navega - 11 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • La cueva del Chango - 3 min walk
  • Amate 38 - 3 min walk
  • Cocotte Cita - 4 min walk
  • Gluay Maai Thai - 4 min walk
  • Las hijas de la Tostada - 5 min walk

About this property

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa

4-star family-friendly hotel located in Downtown Playa del Carmen
Located close to Mamitas Beach and Mario Villanueva Stadium Madrid, Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa provides a roundtrip airport shuttle, a swim-up bar, and a beach bar. With a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and beach cabanas, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a body treatment, and hydrotherapy at Revive, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 onsite restaurants, which feature Mexican cuisine and garden views. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include beach yoga and scuba diving. In addition to a poolside bar and a terrace, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • 4 outdoor pools with cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a free beach club on site
  • Concierge services, a banquet hall, and a billiards/pool table
  • A gift shop, multilingual staff, and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the first-rate property condition and location
Room features
All 195 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Select Comfort beds and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • Balconies or patios, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows regional cleaning and disinfection practices of National Guidelines for reopening Tourism (Mexico)
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Social distancing

Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place
Contactless room service is available

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks available
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
Hand sanitizer provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and through room service
Reservations are required for the use of certain onsite facilities
On-site PCR COVID-19 testing is available for a USD 90 fee, and antigen/rapid COVID-19 testing is available for a USD 35 fee; reservations required for on-site testing
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 16 feet (USD 10 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 12–40 per person
  • 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

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Free beach club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • 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
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Sports massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

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

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Check-in

Check-in from 3:00 PM - 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
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is located near several bars and nightclubs, which may be disturbing to the peace and quiet of the resort.
Guests may be subject to health screenings for COVID-19 at the property.
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 29.75 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 per room (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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per night
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 80
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40 (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 80
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40 (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 80
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40 (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 80
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40 (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • Service fee: USD 15 per person, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach towels
  • Fitness center access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment
  • Bicycle storage
  • Internet access
  • In-room safe
  • In-room bottled water

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children (approximately)
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 302 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 302 (roundtrip), (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 10 per day (16 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 29.75 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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 spa tub, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, health club, and fitness facility 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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM.

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

As of Jan 27, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa on Jan 30, 2023 start from CA $405.97, excluding 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.

Is Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 per room) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 29.75 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

Check-in is from 3:00 PM - midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 302 per person applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa located?

Located in Downtown Playa del Carmen, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Mamitas Beach and Quinta Avenida. Mario Villanueva Stadium Madrid and Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall are also within 15 minutes.

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa Reviews

Mahekal Beach Front Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 724 out of 1029 reviews" "
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Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 1029 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 20%
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1029 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1029 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 3%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1029 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 2%

9.3/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10