GEM w Pool near BEACHes & 5th Ave. Hi-speed Wifi, Top-Notch LOCATION. KIDs OK!

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A beachside seating area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a view of the sea.
An open doorway leading to a balcony with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a building with balconies.
A swimming pool with steps leading into it, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.
A building with a yellow facade, a large window with dark shutters, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A two-story building with a covered patio area, surrounded by lush tropical plants and a small garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Quinta Avenida

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Outdoor pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Playa del Carmen, QROO
  • Place, Quinta Avenida
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa del Carmen Main Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mamitas Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Playa del Carmen

Located in Gonzalo Guerrero, a neighbourhood in Playa del Carmen, this condo is near theme parks and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach, while Xplor Theme Park and Xcaret Eco Theme Park are popular area attractions. Xaman Ha Aviary and Temazcal Natura are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
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Playa del Carmen, QROO

What's nearby

  • Quinta Avenida - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mamitas Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mario Villanueva Madrid - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Amorino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kampai - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Micaela's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Las Helodias - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does GEM w Pool near BEACHes & 5th Ave. Hi-speed Wifi, Top-Notch LOCATION. KIDs OK! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is GEM w Pool near BEACHes & 5th Ave. Hi-speed Wifi, Top-Notch LOCATION. KIDs OK! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at GEM w Pool near BEACHes & 5th Ave. Hi-speed Wifi, Top-Notch LOCATION. KIDs OK!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at GEM w Pool near BEACHes & 5th Ave. Hi-speed Wifi, Top-Notch LOCATION. KIDs OK!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GEM w Pool near BEACHes & 5th Ave. Hi-speed Wifi, Top-Notch LOCATION. KIDs OK!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is GEM w Pool near BEACHes & 5th Ave. Hi-speed Wifi, Top-Notch LOCATION. KIDs OK! located?

Located in Gonzalo Guerrero, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Quinta Avenida, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach. Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal and Playacar Beach 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. 41 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The property, staff and owner were wonderful to deal with.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was ideal, close to the beach and close to the action of 5th Av.
Stayed 31 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec 2025
We loved hosting your month-long stay Marie. You are welcomed back any time. Enjoy your 2025-2026 holidays!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Very good communication.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My girlfriend and I had a great week in Antoinette's Vrbo! The courtyard and pool area was just what we were looking for, and it was so close to the beach and the restaurants and shops on 5th Ave. There was construction next door which left some dust on the patio, but there were workers cleaning the area, and Antoinette was very open and transparent about the whole construction situation long before our arrival. She even offered us a refund if we thought it would affect our stay. The check-in was super easy and there was a clear guest manual with anything we could need. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
You were a joy to host! Thanks again, Jacob for staying with us 🏖...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Plaua del Carmen

Excellent
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well maintained
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay in Playa!

We had a great time at Antoinette's condo at La Coccinela! Wendy, the caretaker was there to greet us and show us around. The condo was perfect for our needs with all the amenities. The grounds were beautiful and the pool was refreshing after a day at the beach. Can't wait to go back!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you for staying with us. We look forward to your return!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location

Everything said in prior 5 star reviews about this place is correct. Can't say enough about the location, the privacy, great little courtyard pool, the welcoming and helpful staff, the responsive owner, etc etc. Thanks so much.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you for staying with us!
Verified review

8/10 Good

It's an adorable little condo with a great location.

Overall we had a extremely good experience, a couple of minor glitches of no real significance that were handled quickly. The property manager was prompt and efficient - check in and check out were extremely simple.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks for staying with us Tim and Tracey! And for your patience with the fridge door. A new fridge was delivered after your stay. Thanks again! You're welcome back anytime! Best, Antoinette, Owner
Archival

8/10 Good

VERY NICE

We had a VERY nice time at the condo it was just as nice as you said I would stay there an time.VERY NICE THANKS ED AND FREIND
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Glad to hear you enjoyed my place! Have a great 2015, Ed. Antoinette
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect Hidden little Gem for sure. A/C worked well, clean environment, host and manager very easy to communicate with and the pool was perfect. Construction right beside us did not bother us and they were done by 7 pm every day. Condo right next to 5th ave and a block and a half to the beach. Late night noise from surrounding areas no problem with the windows closed. Love this place. We are definitely coming back!!! So close to everything. We stayed March 10-17 2026. Also very close to everything even groceries. Thank you Antoinette and Aude!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2026
You're welcome Monica and Marlon! Your are lovely Guests...we look forward to hostessing you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful oasis

Very comfortable oasis close to, yet removed from the busyness of Quinte Avenida. Anything one could want is within walking distance of this charming unit. The condo is well stocked for a short or longer stay. Comfortable bed made for great sleeping. We spent 2 weeks and are returning in a month for another stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2021
We Love Hosting You and Francis, Darlene!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

It was awesome, except for the street noise at night, but once we figured out to close windows and put on air conditioner it was great. I would rent there again if going there again. Thanks for everything
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2024
Thank you, Elsie for being great Guests!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful private experience!

Loved the little slice of heaven that was our condo in Playa! Thank you so much for all the ease of check in and accommodations! Incredibly convenient to everything and great help in setting up a tour! Renters be aware of 15K use of air conditioning per day or extra charge as it does get hot in Playa in the summer! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2021
Thanks again for staying with us, Karen! Yes, 100kilowatts/ week is the standard included amount of electricity in our VR region. This Term is shown on our listing's sample Rental Agreement. A Term that Travelers agree to -- when booking on this site. Zero hidden fees...all Terms are clearly stated in advance. :D Hasta luego!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2 Canucks

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The unit was comfortable and well equipped. The grounds were beautiful and immaculate. Property manager and owner were both quick to respond to questions. We loved the close proximity to the beach and enjoyed a morning dip. All services, restaurants, shops are within easy walking distance. Many thanks to owner and manager who responded quickly to our lock out incident.
Stayed 49 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2021
We're looking forward to welcoming you and Francis back in 2022!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Hidden Serenity in the heart of Playa

Antoinette and her staff were all terrific !! Amazing location in the heart of Playa The serenity of the court yard and pool area was so peaceful. Even with all the hussle and bussel of 5th Avenue at your door step. One city block away from the beautiful beaches of the Caribbean. We will definitely stay here again and highly recommend Antoinette's hidden hideaway to future guests. Beth Lukye
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
You and Wally are welcome back anytime! All the VERY best . . .Antoinette
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cozy condo near the beach, shops, and restaurants

Our entire experience from corresponding with Antoinette, to our arrival at the condo was superb. The property management associates were very friendly and helpful. Additionally, the condo is equipped with all the necessary amenities, and a beautiful pool view from the condo entrance. The entire property is secure and well maintained; during our stay landscapers tended to the grounds and the pool. The restaurants, shops, and beaches are all walking distance from the condo. One essential feature is Wifi, I didn't have any problems with accessibility or connectivity. My husband and I visit the area on an annual basis; this visit was exceptional. Our only regret is we didn't stay longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
We wish you could have stayed longer too. Lovely hosting your November 2016 Playa del Carmen visit. We hope we may serve you again. All the very BEST! Antoinette Levine, Owner
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great location! Steps away from beach!

The apartment was so close to the beach! Only 2 blocks away! And only a half block of the main strip - lots of restaurants, shopping, and taxis. We were very comfortable - nice place. Used the pool and the kitchen most days! The grocery store was a 10 min walk - but there were also some small markets and pharmacy on the main strip. We walked to dinner every night - and great places to eat. Antoinette was very helpful in providing information for our trip and her team in Playa Del Carmen met us when we arrived, showed us around and was available to answer questions. The team also helped us booked some fun excursions! Antoinette and her team also helped us with a few last minute adjustments to make our family trip great!! I hope we can come back again!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
We loved hosting your Playa visit, Dawn! And hope you'll be our Guests again. All the best! Antoinette y Team
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Worst Place Ever

As soon as you open the doors the smell of MILDEW hits you, the bed was like sleeping on a piece of plywood with a inch of foam on it, the music that played at night was so loud it was like they were playing in the condo. The property manager said she forgot to mention that we should bring ear plugs to sleep. We were so miserable that we came home 5 days early 😢this was supposed to be our 20 year anniversary. We incurred a lot more $$ in Flights, cancel of staying and of course memories with my beloved. This by far is the worse place we have ever stayed.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
We're truly sorry for your terrible experience. In the 18 years of hosting Travelers we've never received a one star review. Maybe booking any accommodation a half a block from 5th Ave's "fun zone" isn't a great choice for Travelers seeking a totally noise-free environment. Playa del Carmen, in general is a very busy - active - animated tourist destination And the advantages of our complexes' location, its being near 5th Ave AND its beaches -- comes with the allowance of nightly music. We apologize here -- again for not remembering to mention packing earplugs. (This key noise-abatement solution (along with closing doors and windows) anywhere in Playa Center, particularly if Guests are noise-sensitive is included in our listing's description.) There is zero mildew in our condo--upon arriving there can be humidity that's accumulated from the doors and windows having been closed. Seasonal rainfall also contributes to increased humidity. (Playa is a subtropical environment.) Re: California King bed: Though not brand new--it has a medium-firm mattress which is regularly complimented--appreciated by our new and return Guests. We're hopeful that you appreciated receiving a refund. Though the difficult truth, that our centrally located place wasn't right for you, wasn't realized until arrival -- we did our very best to help correct a mismatched booking decision. Wishing you an exceptional year ahead!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great Condo, Great location

We really enjoyed our stay at this condo. The location was great to head out for lunch or dinner on 5th Ave. We made breakfast at the condo, and enjoyed the quiet, private patio. The burner was really slow to cook on though. It is larger than the photos make it seem. It was perfect for my husband, 9 month old and myself. We spent a lot of time here, as with a little one it was easier to hang out by the pool. One downside for us was the construction going on above us made it hard to get our LO down for naps. There was banging almost all day for at least 4 days of our 7 day visit. For most people that wouldn't matter as it seems everyone in the complex headed out for the day. Overall, Antoinette, Aude and Lorena were very accommodating. They provided us with a playpen for my LO to sleep, and a kettle for us to prepare bottles. I don't know what we would have done without this. It was perfect for us! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks for mentioning that condo is larger than our photo show. Taking new photos! We loved hosting you and your family! How unfortunate the temporary renovation work going on in the unit upstairs. So glad to hear that most everything else was great! Antoinette, owner
Archival

8/10 Good

Location, location, location

We were at this house from Jan 29 to Feb 12, 2011. First, the agent, Lorenzo, gave us a warm welcome, and made sure we had everything we needed. i'd say the biggest advantage of being in this condo was the location. A little 1 min walk and you are on the beach! We saved a lot of money by going for lunch at the condo and go back to the beach. Even though it is located at the corner of 5th street, the place is very quiet, since it is a private yard surrounded by walls, so you don't hear anything at night. We absolutely loved it! The place was clean, the price was good and we had everything we needed (water, etc). Don't expect a five star condo, it is not a luxirious palace like other places in Playa, but it is perfect for people who are looking for an unexpensive, clean and confortable place to stay, that is close to everything. Plus the service (both owner and agent), is very friendly and good. I'd say the kitchen stove and equipements are not made to cook a huge dinner, but convenient to make a small meal for 2. I'd recommend this appartment to anyone!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
It was OUR pleasure having you as guests. From first conversations to thank you notes! I agree- no baked turkey or cakes in the kitchen. I find myself using the portable appliances for broiling, toasting or warming food up. Not luxurious, but efficient! Hope to have you as return guests in the future!! Thanks again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Option for Short Term

Great location and property management.
Stayed 31 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice but noisy

We had enjoyable stay at this centrally located property. Close walking distance to beach and popular 5th ave walking street. Fairly well equipped and all our concerns were addressed promptly. Only issue is really noise from nearby bars/restaurants, street performers etc etc etc. Only quiet time really from 4am to 8:30am, so need to close windows and use air conditioning. This is a property for those who want to party.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2021
Thank you for your Review Karen. Sorry to hear that nearby music hours were extended during the 2020 Holidays. When I stay the 5th Ave restaurant music doesn't begin until 4:30-5PM...continuing until midnight. Or 1AM on the weekends. I'm glad you found the best way to block it out. I too close the windows and turn on the AC! We do appreciate your Review...yet most of our satisfied Guests are not necessarily party people. Thanks again for staying with us! Antoinette Levine, Owner
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Amazingly safe condo! Amazing location. The only issue (out of the owners control), is the loud music until late at night. I’d stay again in a heart beat
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2021
Thanks for your review Jean! We'd love to Host you again. I (Owner) too heard (several nights/week October 2020)---music coming from a restaurant up on 5th Ave until midnight. It's fortunate that with doors and windows closed -- the level of noise heard inside the Unit is quieted. We do hope you'll visit us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great deal in a great spot

Very clean and cute, it has everything that you need. I didn't give the check-in a five only because my check-in and check-out were on holidays (Christmas and New Years), so minor hiccups are not unreasonable. I liked that it was close to the hopping part of town but not enmeshed in it. We walked everywhere and really appreciated all the recommendations and hints provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2021
Thanks again for choosing our Playa place!
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