Mahekal Beach Resort

With soft white sand leading to the azure waters of the Caribbean, Playa del Carmen is the very definition of a picture-perfect beach resort and guests at the Mahekal Beach Resort are blessed to be housed on the largest stretch of sands in the region. Here, the resort blends into the 250 metres of beach, high-end accommodation and facilities sympathetically designed to augment a rich natural environment that features 70 species of animal and more than 100 native plant species. That beach is home to water activities laid on by resort staff. Those feeling active might opt for snorkelling, scuba diving, paddleboarding and kayaking, others may prefer the more leisurely delights of cruises and yachting. Away from the water, parachuting, yoga, cycling, four-wheeler hire and expeditions to traditional Mayan sites help fill the itineraries of even the most restless of travellers. Take your pick from the four pools, work out in the modern gym or treat yourself to a soothing massage and Mayan-inspired treatment at the Revive Spa. The 195 light, airy and well-equipped bungalow-style rooms and suites look out to the gardens and ocean, but the one thing you won’t find in them is a TV, a deliberate choice in this haven of relaxation. Worry not though, free WiFi is on-hand and, with a host of activities for families and couples alike, it is unlikely you will miss the urge to reach for the remote. Instead, you will be spending your time doing any one of dozens of activities – or nothing at all, simply soaking up the sun on that huge expanse of beach.

Services and Facilities

Four swimming pools

Three restaurants and bars

Fitness centre

Spa

Ice cream parlour

Located on biodiverse coastline, with more than 250 metres of white sand beach immediately accessible from resort

A short walk of Quinta Avenida, the main shopping and entertainment area of the destination

Arts & crafts shop