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Playa Gem-a unique penthouse in heart of downtown

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Private outdoor LED pool table
Private pool table on upper terrace
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Pool table - night play

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
  • Place, Quinta Avenida
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa del Carmen Main Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Playa Gem-a unique penthouse in heart of downtown

Our Penthouse has everything you need to enjoy your stay. Play some of our games, or enjoy the private penthouse terrace jacuzzi and private glow in the dark outdoor pool table! The beach is a short stroll and we have available for your use beach chairs & mats, towels, umbrellas, and a cooler to pack your refreshing drinks in. You don`t even need to leave the condo, but if you do, famous 5th Avenue is one block away. You`re at the center of it all! We also offer free parking, Wifi and Netflix too!

Our Condo (Playa Gem) is a 2,529 sq ft penthouse unit with soundproofed windows and doors to ensure your peace and tranquility, as well as room darkening curtains for those sleep in kind of mornings. Every room has air conditioning to keep you and your guests comfortable and a lockbox for all of your valuables. This 11 unit condo building has a gated, secure entrance. It is fully equipped with gas stove, fridge, microwave, water cooler, Webber BBQ, Smart TV and washer and dryer. The private penthouse terrace has sunshades for protection or 2 sunbeds with misters for the sun lovers. Grab a cocktail from the portable penthouse cooler and relax and unwind on the lounge furniture with your family and friends.

We provide a few essentials to make you feel more at home when you arrive: drinking water, soap, shampoo, towels, toilet paper (please note these will not be replenished during your stay) and beach towels, mats, umbrellas and wheeled cooler.

Our unit is self check-in for easy access whenever you arrive. Our friendly local host, Misha, will be available to assist you as needed.

Our condo unit is located in the `Little Italy` area and is one block from the famous 5th Avenue with many restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, tour information and night life and very close to the Quinta Alegria Mall. The atmosphere is absolutely electric! The condo is also only 2 blocks away from the amazing Caribbean sea and only a few more blocks to Mamita`s and Kool Beach Clubs. Mega Supermarket & Walmart are a short walk away to buy food and essentials. Just around the corner are two convenience stores - how convenient?

You are right in the middle of it all! Walk to everything - no car or taxi needed.
No smoking or vaping inside the condo
No parties
Must be 21 years of age to book
No pets allowed

* * You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property, including it`s contents, caused by you or your party during your stay * *
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping inside the condo No parties Must be 21 years of age to book No pets allowed

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 42182971181

Frequently asked questions

Does Playa Gem-a unique penthouse in heart of downtown have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Playa Gem-a unique penthouse in heart of downtown?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Playa Gem-a unique penthouse in heart of downtown on 31 May 2026 start from £116, including 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 Playa Gem-a unique penthouse in heart of downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Playa Gem-a unique penthouse in heart of downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Playa Gem-a unique penthouse in heart of downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Playa Gem-a unique penthouse in heart of downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Playa Gem-a unique penthouse in heart of downtown located?

Located in Downtown Playa del Carmen, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Quinta Avenida and Mamitas Beach. Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay!

Excellent location, close to the beach, shopping, activities and any food options you can ever want. Spacious, clean and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We absolutely loved our week at Playa Gem. The location was vey convenient and the owners were very easy to communicate with. We wouldn’t hesitate to rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2024
We loved hosting Jessica because they treated our condo with respect while they were renting from us and followed our house rules. I loved having them there as they were kind, respectful and quiet. We would definitely recommend them to other hosts and welcome Jessica back any time.
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Was a great location, quiet and very spacious. To bad the pool table was not usable, it was a disappointment.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2024
We were very happy to hear that you enjoyed the location and the size of our condo, Mark. We apologize about the pool table and are looking into getting that fixed as soon as possible.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rain G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super location

Was our first time in Playa del Carmen, the location and place were great. Lots of room, spacious and very quiet! Everything you need was provided. Had a great time and would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous spot

Location was perfect. The house was beautiful and nicely decorated. I took advantage of the in home spa treatments from the menu left in the home and that was great too! We brought our Shar Pei and she loved it there! Playa and Cozumel are super pet friendly too. Highly, highly recommend this casa!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun 2023
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Playa Gem and all of our guest amenities and location. Hope to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent modern condo.

Love it. Modern. Comfy bed!! BIG TVs. 6 blocks away from 5th just so you can't hear it at night. Nice pools up top and loungers for sunbathing. Great value here.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

We’ll-equipped spacious condo

The condo is well-equipped in a gated property near a variety of restaurants and the touristic charm of 5th Avenue. The hosts were attentive and responsive. There is no elevator; guests must climb 38 steps to reach the unit.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2024
We are so happy that you liked all of the amenities that we offer at Playa Gem and the spaciousness of the condo, Sharyn. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Showers on main level did not work, supplies very limited. Also, lack of communication with onsite manager was not done, in a timely manner. Let her know but response was 4 days later, and once she did reply, no regard was given.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Playa del Carmen

Very nice place will probably come another time. Lots of stairs and no elevator
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Danita & Darren Olafson (Owners); Misha Molina (Property Manager)

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Darren and Danita live in the middle of Canada on the prairies with no ocean and go to Mexico way too little. We have equipped our condo with as many amenities that we feel everyone would appreciate having in their own home.

Why they chose this property

We care about your stay and want you to feel as much at home here as you would in your own home! At our private penthouse condo, we have provided services and amenities for you to make your vacation a STAY-cation at Playa Gem.
For your convenience we offer:

PRIVATE Illuminated outdoor pool table for night time play
Two private terraces with a hammock, seating areas, BBQ, pool table, Tiki Toss, jacuzzi tub, suntanning beds, and misters
Everything you need for your day at the beach (beach mats, chairs, towels, toys and coolers)
Fully equipped kitchen with all your basic starter condiments
Free WiFi, cable TV and Netflix with 2 Smart TV's
Room darkening shades and sound proof windows
Yoga mats, games, cards and books
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION - a very short walk to the beach and one block from famous 5th Avenue!

What makes this property unique

Free airport shuttle service to and from the airport on stays of 7 days or more
Private illuminated outdoor pool table for night time fun
Private jacuzzi

Languages:

English, Spanish
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