Amid the warm Mexican Caribbean climate, spectacular natural beauty and stunning Mayan culture, Casa Whitley inspires relaxation, tranquility and a true retreat from everyday life. Located on the Riviera Maya, in the exclusive gated resort community of Playacar (40 minutes south of the Cancun airport), Casa Whitley is an exquisite hideaway for only the most discriminating guests. The sun-drenched ambiance is reflected through the simple yet elegant architecture of the Spanish Colonial design by architect Angel Eslea. Interiors were designed by the owner, renowned Connecticut interior decorator, Carol Whitley. Double height ceilings, rough-sewn wood beams, skylights and custom Talavera tiles add to the home's unique style. A Mayan waterfall spills into the sparkling swimming pools reflecting a lush landscape of tropical plants and palms. A fully equipped gourmet kitchen awaits the amateur chef. The large living room has a 18-foot wrap around sofa, 2 large rattan arm chairs and antique coffee table. The center piece of the dining room is a massive 9-foot mahogany table and rattan arm chairs to encourage hours of dining pleasure. All the main rooms spill out onto the terra cotta tiled terrace and the pool beyond. The Casa is perfectly situated on the 4th hole of the beautiful and challenging Robert Von Hagge Golf Course. The Spa at Playacar Golf Club, within easy walking distance, offers luxurious and relaxing treatments. Three bedrooms and a master suite sleep a total of 10 guests. Three and a half bathrooms, some with double sinks, a sky-lit tub and showers, are each enhanced with hand-made blue and white tiles. Each upstairs bedroom has its own terrace. The Casa is fully air conditioned with individual room controls. Our concierge will check on you daily. She can arrange transportation, private chef service, reservations for an “in casa” spa, restaurant reservations and sightseeing. Every detail to make your vacation truly memorable. Only a short walk away (less than a mile) is the beach, ferry boat to Cozumel and Playa's famed 'La Quinta' (5th Ave). The pedestrian street is lined with many shops and international cafes. La Quinta comes alive at night with strolling musicians and lively international conversations. But the best of Playa is the miles of silky white beaches kissed by the sparkling turquoise waters of the Mexican Caribbean. The friendly atmosphere of Casa Whitley, its romantic nights, myriad of daytime activities and its location in the heart of the Mexican Riviera Maya, make it the perfect place to spend your vacation.
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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 no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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
About the area
Playa del Carmen
Located in Playacar, a neighbourhood in Playa del Carmen, this villa is next to a golf course and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Playacar Beach, while Xplor Theme Park and Xcaret Eco Theme Park are popular area attractions. Xaman Ha Aviary and Xenses Park 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.
Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Quinta Avenida - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Playacar Golf Club - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
La brioche - 12 min walk
The Admiral - 6 min walk
Los Aguachiles - 11 min walk
Mezcla Pdc - 3 min drive
Bar Pappos - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Casa Whitley...An Elegant Mexican Villa have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Casa Whitley...An Elegant Mexican Villa?
As of 9 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Whitley...An Elegant Mexican Villa on 9 Apr, 2026 start from S$831, 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 Casa Whitley...An Elegant Mexican Villa pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Casa Whitley...An Elegant Mexican Villa?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Casa Whitley...An Elegant Mexican Villa?
Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.
What time is check-out at Casa Whitley...An Elegant Mexican Villa?
Checkout is at 3:00 PM.
Where is Casa Whitley...An Elegant Mexican Villa located?
Located in Playacar, this golf villa is within a 15-minute walk of Plaza Paraiso and Quinta Avenida. Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Playacar Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Casa Whitley is everything you could ask for in a vacation home in Playacar. The home is managed expertly so that, should something arise, it will be addressed quickly. The kitchen is well stocked with utensils. The home has a water dispenser so you do not need to buy bottled water for your stay. We recommend you hire the chef for a home-cooked dinner. The landscaping around the pool is magnificent and we spent a lot of time in and around the pool and on the lanai. There is a game cabinet for family games. Our three generation family had a wonderful time.
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan, 2026
Thank you for those kind words. It was wonderful having you and your family as our guests.
We look forward to welcoming you back.
This was our second stay at Casa Whitley and it was fantastic! The house was perfect for our family of 9. We enjoyed the beautiful backyard space with the patio and pool. The large open living space indoors was great for spending time together. Downtown Playa and the beach are just a short walk from the house. We had Blanca prepare a meal for us one night which was amazing, and the property concierge Roger was so welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. Made for another memorable visit to Playa!
Shawn B.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan, 2025
Thank you so much for those kind words. It was such a pleasure to welcome you and your family for the second visit to Casa Whitley.
We will look forward to seeing you all again in the near future.
Carol
Archival
10/10 Excellent
11 Dec, 2013
Amazing retreat!
I spent the week at Casa Whitley with my best friends celebrating my 40th birthday. The house is beautifully decorated and was perfect for us! Great neighborhood, easy access to beach and Playa. The concierge and chef services were brilliant. Huge recommendation from me as well as my friends. Will be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure hosting you and your friends.
Regards...Carol
My friends and I recently stayed at Casa Whitely for 5 days for a bachelorette party. The house slept 10 very comfortably. All rooms and bathrooms were very clean and spacious, easily accommodating everyone. The pool and backyard are absolutely beautiful and very well maintained. The pictures don’t do it justice! We spent a lot of time lounging outside because we never wanted to leave.
Roger and Ivan were very attentive and made our stay even more special because we could truly relax and not have to worry about running out to the grocery store. The chef and kitchen assistant made us DELICIOUS food. We had 1 lunch and 2 dinners and had lots of leftovers for us to eat the next day. It was such a treat because we could spend even more time enjoying the sunshine and no one had to break away from the group to run errands. Everything was reasonably priced and the convenience was so worth it.
There was some construction happening next door and it was a bit loud in the morning, but Carol generously gave an $100 credit for chef services as a courtesy.
Carol was super responsive and the entire booking process was painless. The community is very safe and walkable. I would definitely recommend staying here for any group wanting to relax and enjoy Mexico!
Liz K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Thank you Liz for those kind words. We all try very hard to make our guests comfortable and feel like the treasured guests they are.
Looking forward to seeing you and your friends back very soon.
Adios...Carol
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Patrice W.
28 Oct, 2019
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Dusty and needs deep cleaning
It appears that this property is not used often as it's in serious need of a deep cleaning and overall maintenance upkeep. The structure and layout of the property is nice but it was overall dirty and I would't stay again. Let me list all the issues:
-No hot water for three days
-Dust all over house
-Dirty linens and couch cushions
-Pool not cleaned daily
-Water did not drain properly in several bathrooms to the point where water was up to my ankles when I showered.
-Broken toilet seat
-Broken lamp
-Central air vent leaking from ceiling
-One bathroom flooded
We were excited about staying here because the pictures looked great but it was too dirty for our standards. Everyday we had maintenance people coming by to fix the problems but this was irritating as some of us were still sleeping or trying to prepare for the day.
The positives:
Ivan the on-site concierge was outstanding! He arranged our tours to local beaches and Tulum. The dinner he arranged our first night at the house was delicious! He gave us fantastic recommendations and even stopped by with delicious pastries from a local bakery. He truly went above and beyond. If I ever visit Playa Del Carmen again I would surely contact him to set up activities but would not stay at this property again.
Overall this property needs to be cleaned thoroughly and renovated in my opinion; new paint, fixtures, retiling.
Patrice W.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Patrice, I’m very sorry that you felt Casa Whitley did not meet your standards for cleanliness. We strive to provide a luxury experience for our renters with five-star service.
We are proud of our vacation home amenities which include complimentary welcome package, concierge service for the entire stay, and maid service every day but Sunday. As you so aptly stated, our concierges are wonderful and along with daily service, they provide a review of the property before arrival when bringing the welcome package.
Our talented concierge and management staff addressed your concerns on site, including going the extra mile to provide you with a personal safe per your request. Your concerns about the hot water were immediately addressed with an increase of temperature on the water heater. The broken toilet seat was immediately replaced and the light fixture scheduled for repair.
Pool service is scheduled three times per week, and unfortunately you had some windy and rainy weather during your stay which contributed to leaves in the pool, and perhaps some dust blowing into the house through the wall of glass doors.
After your review, we called a meeting of our property manager, concierge, maintenance and housekeeping staff to review your complaints as quality and service are our top priorities. We do hope you will give us another chance to experience our home and amenities, and hopefully a full week of Mexican sun.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
19 Apr, 2016
Three letters...... W O W!!!
Where to begin?!
Casa Whitley exceeded our expectations. We were a group of 10 girls on a girls trip (bachelorette party). Half of us were able to arrive early and, with the help of concierge, our transportation was graciously awaiting us at the airport. As soon as we pulled into Playacar Phase II (the community) we were "ooohhingh and aahhhhing"! From the vibrant landscaping, to the amenities, and native wildlife...Casa Whitley felt immediately like home. We set up decorations to welcome the other group and the bride-to-be. Needless to say, when she arrived, our guest of honor was beaming with excitement and surprise!
We spent the first day just relaxing by the private pool, ordering pizza delivery, and unwinding after our flight. The beach was within walking distance and between that, shopping, and grazing on delicious food we thoroughly enjoyed all Playa del Carmen had to offer.
Monica and her husband Chema were lovely, polite, and the of utmost help. She was able to arrange us extra transportation for our big night out on the town. Blanca served us the most exquisite traditional Mexican Breakfast on the day of our departure which included Migas with freshly made salsa, eggs with queso, yogurt, granola, fresh fruit, milk, and freshly squeezed orange juice..."QUE RICA!" She was the sweetest and cutest ever throughout her morning with us. The owner, Carol, was able to walk us through every step of the process and made the trip for our large group go off without a hitch.
I cannot express enough how much fun we had, how safe and comfortable we all felt, and how enjoyable our stay was at Casa Whitley...but don't take my word for it. You MUST see this little piece of Heaven on Earth for yourselves.
God Bless & Thank you Carol again for your hospitality!
Chelsea & las Chicas
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Thank you Chelsea...it was indeed a pleasure to host your party. We look forward to having each of you as our treasured guests in the future!
Carol
I stayed here with five friends for a long weekend. The photos do not do this property justice. The most amazing part of this property are Carol, Roger, Julianana and the amazing folks who prepared food for us and just in general took care of us. I can’t express my gratitude sufficiently! It was the most beautiful, relaxing, fun, delicious stay! I definitely recommend you coordinate in-home meals when you stay as it was the best food we had in Playa del Carmen. My friends and I wondered how this property was even available. Thank you again!
Anna L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words. We hope to see you again in our “piece of paradise!”
Casa Whitley was a great fit for our family vacation to Playa Del Carmen. The location is excellent, a short walk to the beach and to downtown for dining and shopping. The house was clean and comfortable, plenty of bathrooms and space for the 8 of us. The pool was fantastic and the concierge services provided were outstanding. We would definitely stay again!
Shawn B.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan, 2022
Thank you, Shawn, for your kind words. It was our pleasure to host you and your family. We look forward to seeing you again one day!
Regards, Carol
Carol, Roger and the casa Whitley team made our weekend at their property one for the books. From check-in to the end of the trip, every last detail was taken care of. The backyard was even better than expected - absolutely stunning. We took advantage of the breakfast every morning + dinner which I’d highly recommend. Both the chef and cleaners were awesome. 5/5 would stay again
Robert M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2021
Thank you so much for your kind words! We certainly will look forward to having you and your friends as our treasured guests again.
Excellent stay. Great location. Roger was helpful in coordinating dinners. Would visit again.
Mindy T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2021
Thank you Mindy for your kind words. We hope to host you and your family again very soon.
Regards, Carol Whitley
Verified
10/10 Excellent
amy s.
30 Dec, 2018
Casa Whitley - An outstanding stunning impecable Villa - PlayaCar Phase II
This is our family's second holiday at Casa Whitley- Amazing , Amazing , Amazing !!!
Without a doubt every detail; from the point of making contact with Carol ,the property owner to our departure to the airport is a seamless easy process. Traveling with a family of 9 and every imaginable need is taken care of for everyone !
Carol is meticulous, highly communicative , and her home is both stunning and relaxing.
You're not more than a 10 minute walk to the beach, town , or a taxi...so easy.
If you want an extraordinary holiday with every thing at your convenience and the beauty of a warm and design-friendly home this is the real deal.
Thank you Carol for another spectacular Family Holiday,
Warmest,
Amy
amy s.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Thank you Amy...it was our privilege to host you and your lovely family again this Christmas.
Looking forward to 2020 and your return.
Carol
Archival
10/10 Excellent
DeAna A.
9 Jun, 2015
Wonderful Home Away from Home
My friends and I stayed at Casa Whitley while visiting Playa del Carmen in celebration of our 30th birthdays. We had a wonderful time! The home was clean and well maintained. The kitchen and common areas were spacious, and allowed all of us to enjoy each other comfortably, and the bedrooms were spacious and numerous enough to allow solitude when desired.
Carol, the owner, was helpful during every step of the process from making the reservation, to our arrival, to check-out and returning our refund. She and Maria, her concierge, provided several recommendations concerning dining, activities, and even the best spots on the beach. Yet I must say, as far as the excursions and airport transport, I found that we were able to save money by arranging them on our own.
The house is about a 10-15 min walk from the beach. Most times though we caught a cab as it was crazy hot to get into town (cabs were $9 USD). 5th Avenue had lots of shopping and dining, and most were reasonably priced.
Overall, we had a fabulous time. My only regret is that we didn't stay longer! I would highly recommended Casa Whitley to others.