Summary:
A beautiful beachfront condo with ocean views in the heart of downtown!
- 1 block from the famous 5th Avenue lined with shops, restaurants, bars & more!
- Resort amenities like an expansive pool overlooking the Caribbean Sea
- An exclusive stretch of beach just for guests & a gym on site too
- A spacious private ocean view wrap-around terrace with a spa tub & sun loungers
- WiFi, laptop workspace at table, Smart TVs & parking

The Space:
This 2,153 sq ft | 200 sqm 3rd-floor oceanview condo is a superb choice for a family or friends getaway to stay in the heart of Playa del Carmen. The condo complex, called El Faro, is located just a block from the famous 5th Avenue. It’s a vacationer’s dream. You won’t need a car at all. You can walk to just about everything up and down 5th Avenue or you can soak in your private oceanview splash pool, or find that perfect sun lounger at the complex pool or private beach in front. There are plenty of amenities, a gym included, so you never have to miss a workout!

The main spaces of the condo:

- A luminous LIVING ROOM with a comfortable sofa (that also opens to a double pullout bed), and lots of natural sunlight. Plus, direct access your oceanview terrace!

- A PRIVATE UPPER-FLOOR OCEANVIEW WRAP AROUND TERRACE with a splash pool , sun loungers, and a table and chairs for enjoying the sun, the sun, the sunrise, the beach and ocean views any time.

- A DINING ROOM, just off the living area, with a dining table to comfortably seat 6 for relaxed sit-down meals at home. Plus a nearby BREAKFAST BAR with 3 bar stools for extra seating.

- A fully-equipped KITCHEN with quality appliances, and all the cookware and utensils you’d need to prepare and enjoy meals at home.

- 3 BEDROOMS and 3 FULL BATHROOMS (all ensuite and with spacious stand-in showers and rainfall shower heads!). Plus a HALF BATH for added convenience to accommodate 8 guests as such:

Bedroom 1: 1 King bed, ensuite bathroom, TV & terrace access w/ocean view
Bedroom 2: 1 Queen bed, ensuite bathroom & terrace access w/ ocean view
Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds & an ensuite bathroom
Living Area:` 1 Double sofa bed

- WiFi, Smart TVs, an iron, a hairdryer, bed linens, beach/pool and bath towels, and an assigned PARKING spot in the indoor lot are all available for free during your stay.

Playa’s famous 5th Avenue is just up the street from the condo building. You’ll find a Starbucks on the corner and everything you need is just a short walk to get to. Convenient stores, bars, restaurants, souvenir and boutique shops, outdoor malls, fruit stands, grocery shopping, pharmacies, tour operators, and more. There’s even a Walmart within walking distance!

There are also so many different things to see and do around Playa del Carmen -- everything from the beach and beach clubs, water sports like snorkeling, scuba, paddle boarding, and boating, eco-parks with underground rivers, ancient Mayan ruins, cenotes (natural sinkholes special to this area!), private boat/yacht and fishing tours, golfing, day trips to Tulum or Cancun, and so much more!

Guest Access:
You’ll have full, exclusive access to the condo during your stay.

The Neighborhood:
The condo is located in the Residences El Faro, a family-friendly beachfront vacation property in the heart of Playa del Carmen. You’ll have:

- Access to an enormous resort-style pool with the beach and ocean just in front
- A short walk to 5th Avenue where you’ll find fantastic shops, restaurants, cafes, and nightlife
- Vibrant shopping malls like Paseo del Carmen, Quinta Alégria, and the shops at Calle Corazón with dozens of boutiques, international chains, and restaurants
- Walmart and Mega grocery stores in walking distance
- Nearby beach clubs like Zenzi, Lido, Mamitas and Coralina Day Clubl
- Security onsite


Here are some of our local restaurant recommendations:

- Cantina La 20 (Mexican Cantina) downtown on 5th Ave at Calle Corazon
- Chez Céline (French) downtown on 5th Ave at Calle 34
- El Fogón (Authentic Mexican taco place), in several locations downtown

Getting Around:
There’s an assigned parking space on site in the lot. Luckily, however, the complex is centrally located; you won’t even need a car. You can easily rent a bike or take a taxi or ‘colectivo’ (shared-ride vans) where you need to go. The condo is about 49 km or 30 miles from the Cancun International Airport (CUN) –check your mobile map apps when you arrive as driving time varies depending on time of day – and the condo is located in the Residences El Faro complex downtown at 10th Street and the beach.

Here are some approximate estimations of the most visited/famous places in the area & approx distances from the condo:

Eco-adventure parks
XPlor Park (8.6 km/5.3 miles)
Rio Secreto (18.9 km/11.8 miles)
Xcaret (10.3 km/6.4 miles)

Shopping
- Fifth Avenue - less than one block away
- Calle Corazon Shops - 2 blocks north
- Quinta Alegria - 4 blocks north at Constituyentes Ave.
- Paseo del Carmen Shopping Mall - 6 blocks south towards the Cozumel ferry or 7-min drive
- Walmart - 6 blocks or a 4-min drive (850 m/.5 miles)
- Mega - 6-min drive (1.2 km/.75 miles)

Golf
- Hard Rock Riviera Maya Golf Course (2.8km/1.7 miles)
- El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course (9.8 km/6 miles)

Other Things to Note:
A neighboring unit will be undergoing some remodelling work from the 6th to the 11the of May. Some noise may be heard during working hours (Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, Saturdays from 9am to 1pm).

We provide a few bath essentials like toilet paper, soap, shampoo, conditioner & body wash, but please note that these are not replenished during your stay. If you need more, you’ll need to purchase more.

There is no daily housekeeping but if you’d like the place cleaned, it can be arranged for an additional fee. Please message us at least 24 hours in advance and by 5 pm the day before the service.

Electricity is included for short-term stays (2-27 nights). Please help us save energy by using the AC wisely and keeping the temperature at 25°C. Electricity is not included for long-term rentals of 28 nights or more and will be charged as consumed based on a $6 MXN (pesos) fee per KW.

Guests will be requested to sign a Rental Agreement upon booking confirmation.

A security deposit may be required prior to arrival or at check-in, subject to the booking platform used to make the reservation. This fee is charged as a credit card transaction and refunded after check-out, provided all terms are met.

Surveillance cameras are located in outdoor, in common areas and public spaces. The surveillance cameras are strictly for security reasons to ensure guests' safety. All cameras only face outdoor areas or corridors.

HOUSE RULES
- Travelers must be at least 21 years of age or older to book.
- No smoking of any kind (tobacco or cannabis) is allowed at the property and the use of any recreational drugs on the premises is strictly prohibited. Failure to comply will incur a $300 penalty.
- No parties or events are permitted, illegal activity is prohibited, and excessive noise won't be tolerated. No loud music after 10 pm. Please be respectful of the neighbors.
- No more guests than those listed in your reservation are allowed. No tent or other structures may be set up on the ground of the property.
- Renters agree to cover any charge related to damages that occurred during their stay or cover necessary extra-cleaning charges if needed after their stay.
- Renters may be required to provide a government ID on the day of checking in or during their stay.
- Please avoid moving furniture.
- Pets are not allowed on the premises.
- Pool and common area regulations and hours must be respected.

Interaction with Guests:
You can check-in at the main entrance where you’ll find the front desk registration area. Once you’ve checked-in, you’ll receive the apartment access key and bracelets to access the exclusive areas around the complex during your stay.

You’ll have complete privacy during your stay, but we’re available 7 days a week. Should you need anything - just send us a message.