Beautiful complex - only 11 units! Playa del Carmen Vacation Condo Rental
Location: Arena Blanca, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Yucatan, Mayan Riviera, Mexico (Close to Shangri-la Beach with access right on Calle 38!) View Map
Accommodations: Vacation Condo Rental, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 2-4)
Come share our slice of heaven on earth at Playa del Carmen!
Arena Blanca is located within walking distance of everything you need & we think it's the most beautiful condo complex in Playa. The locals call it "the beautiful building". The classic Spanish architecture, brick-lined rotunda ceilings, tile floors, marble counters & shower speak "quality".
Forget the rental car while you're in Playa!! We're located on Calle 38 Norte between 5th & 10th at the newer - quieter end of Playa. It's just a few minutes walk to great beaches, shopping & dining on 5th Ave., 2 modern grocery stores & several smaller markets. Ask us about the local Mexican and Italian restaurants right around the corner. We’ll give you recommendations, if you like!
We have two units for rent - across the hall from each other. We chose second-floor condos for the view & a little privacy! Built in 2006 it's an 11-unit gated, secure complex. Best part is not having a lot of people around! It's a great place!
The private pool has an island palapas for shade. There's access to a roof-top terrace to sunbathe or watch the sun rise & set over Playa del Carmen & the Caribbean.
It's a well-maintained complex with full-time maintenance and gardening.
The manager speaks fluent English & Spanish and is available to meet any of your needs (tours, rental cars, spa treatments, catering medical issues, airport transfers) or questions.
Exercise options - besides running on the beach & walking 5th Ave! It's a 5-minute walk to the outdoor city sports center that features a track for running, stairs for climbing and basketball hoops for a quick game of B-ball. You can even take in a soccer game at night. A fitness center is just across the street too.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Separate units in living room & bedroom.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Beach towels too!
- Off Street Parking: Parking adjacent to condo complex.
- Beds
- King Bed
- Convertible Bed: Sofa sleeper.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Sky Cable & DVD in bedroom (Unit 7) also in livingroom (Unit 8)
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: iPod compatible stereo systems.
- Private Pool: The most beautiful pool in Playa with palapa covered island in the center of the pool for shade.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: George Foreman grill (#8) Krups Panini maker (#7), toaster, coffee maker, blender.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave: Microwave oven includes convection oven feature.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Gas BBQ grill located on roof-top terrace!
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Balcony: Beautiful terra cotta tiled balcony with table & chairs overlooking the pool.
- Gazebo: The most amazing palapas covered area to relax, enjoy a beverage, read a magazine, work on your favorite puzzle or work on your laptop (if you must)!
- View/Location
- Beach View: Beautiful view of Shangra-la beach and just a short 5 minute walk to the beach with direct beach access on 38th. Once there you can enjoy the amenities at the beach!
- Communications
- Cell Phone: Local calls only.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Bring your laptop.
- Other Amenities
- Arena Blanca is the most beautiful condos complex in Playa. As you walk through the hand-wrought iron gates to enter the private courtyard of these condos, you'll agree it an idyllic setting. Classic Spanish architecture, conscientious space planning and a fun Mexican feel makes these some of the nicest condos in Playa del Carmen. You'll be able to tell the difference in quality from the handmade cabinets to the lighted brick-lined rotunda ceilings. We do not walk out to the pool, but rather overlook it so you can choose to be a part of the happenings at the pool or you can choose a little privacy. Our location on Calle Treinta y Ocho (38th Street) and Avenida Diez (10th Avenue) is perfectly located on the quieter end of Playa. Just a few minutes walk to great restaurants and bars along Fifth Avenue. We are just around the corner from charming, local authentic Mexican, Italian, Argentinian restaurants. We offer a secure condo complex with intercom system.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly: Kids love our pool!
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
April 15 - Nov. 30 - $125/night ($800/week)
December - April 15 - $160/night ($1,120/wk)
Christmas & Easter - $225/night ($1,550/week)
$350 deposit required
Price includes all taxes/fees, bottled water and cellular phone. No booking fees!
Beach towel and chairs are provided for use with the condo!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Arena Blanca
Playa is a very unique vacation destination. We found the international mix of visitors created an up-scale happening place! And the beach is BEAUTIFUL!
The Unique Benefits at this Vacation Condo Rental
What we like most about Playa & our condo at Arena Blanca is that we don't need a car while we're there! We can walk to most everyhing, take a cab or the local bus when necessary!
Great local Mexican restaurant - good for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
Property Photos
- Beautiful complex - only 11 units! Playa del Carmen Vacation Condo Rental - Playa del Carmen Condo
- Enjoy the privacy! Playa del Carmen Vacation Condo Rental - Playa del Carmen Condo
- The pool! - Playa del Carmen Condo
- The pool at night!
- Front gate - Playa del Carmen Vacation Condo Rental
- Stairway to Second Floor - Playa del Carmen Vacation Condo Rental
- Unit 7 Living Room - Playa del Carmen Vacational Condo Rental
- Unit 8 Living Room - Playa del Carmen Vacation Condo Rental
- Fully Equipped Kitchen & Adjoining Laundry Room - Unit 7
- Fully Equipped Kitchen & Adjoining Laundry Room - Unit 8
- TV/DVD in Bedroom - Playa del Carmen Vacation Condo Rental
- King Size Bed - Playa del Carmen Vacation Condo Rental
- Bathroom Connected to Bedroom
- Shared Shower between our 2 bathrooms.
- Awesome Beach! - Playa del Carmen Vacation Condo Rental
- 5 Minutes to Shangri-la & Mamitas Beach! - Playa del Carmen Vacation Condo Renta
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My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our two weeks at Arena Blanca. The complex is lovely and extremely well maintained. Our unit, # 7, was spacious, clean and very comfortable, with all the conveniences of home. The location was very convenient, with the beach only 3 blocks away, a major grocery store four blocks away, and lots of terrific restaurants close by. On future visits to Playa del Carmen, we will definitely stay here!
Positive Rating
The photos simply don't do Arena Blanca justice at all - it is much more beautiful & impressive in person! The condo is simply gorgeous, so we are thrilled with our decision! Thank you again. We have sufficient bedding for our boys and have used the beach chairs and umbrella a couple of times already. Also, we love the pool area! Perfect mix of shelter & sun...
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We had an absolutely wonderful time! Your condo is exceptionally beautiful. Everything was perfect! Thanks again for everything and we will most definately keep you in mind for next year!
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We had a wonderful time in Playa and really enjoyed your condo. We met a lot of really nice people staying in the other units – including some of your friends from Hayward ! We are looking forward to going back again someday and will definitely stay in the condo again. It was perfect!
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We had a wonderful time in Playa and really enjoyed your condo. We met a lot of really nice people staying in the other units – including some of your friends from Hayward ! We are looking forward to going back again someday and will definitely stay in the condo again. It was perfect!
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We had a GREAT time in Playa. The transfer company was excellent, the restaurants you suggested were great and the location wonderful. We truly enjoyed ourselves. Everything on the trip went smoothly. We found that everywhere we went most people were very friendly and helpful. Thanks again for the great room and location. We loved it.
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Tammy Skura , Edmonton, Alberta
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, Chicago, Illinois
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I wanted to write to let you know that Arena Blanca/Playa was absolutely wonderful! We hope to be back next year and bring the boys. The accommodations and location could not have been any better. Thank you for all of the restaurant recommendations as well. We agree that the beach at the end of the street is the best beach! Not crowded. And the water and sand are amazing. Our stay at Arena Blanca was perfect. Thanks for letting us stay in your condo. It was great!
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Hi Lisa, This is a long overdue note to let you know what a wonderful time we had at Arena Blanca in February. Your condo was absolutely beautiful – wonderfully decorated and so comfortable for the 4 of us. The location of Arena Blanca could not have been better. Two minutes from the beach and at the top of 5th Avenue – wow. I fell in love with the gorgeous beach, weather and wonderful restaurants. I think we ate out every meal! Thank you for this introduction to beautiful Playa. I’m sure we’ll be contacting you to schedule future trips. All the best!