I know that the Real Playa del Carmen is a 2 star hotel, I knew this when I booked it and I won't forget it now that I'm gone. It wasn't terrible and it wasn't great. It was just as I expected it to be. We had a 1 Bedroom Suite - I have to say that I thought that... more

Ah, home again! No I am not referring to returning to Baltimore MD, rather my return to Real Playa Del Carmen. I love this tiny little resort for so many reasons. Now first off, if you are used to staying at the Grand Occidental, or the Riu Palace…stop reading right now…no seriously, stop now…ok everyone we are just going to... more

We stayed here for one night during a three week trip in Mexico. It was the least favourite hotel we stayed in all holiday but it was the second cheapest as well. As we were only staying one night we did not use all the hotel facilities. However, going on the room alone, we were pleased to be leaving the... more

If you are wanting any kind of customer service, this hotel is not for you. My mother and I have been to Playa del Carmen 3 or 4 times before this trip, and we both agreed, this was by far, one of the worst experiences we have had in Playa. From the beginning at checking into the front desk, the... more

This is a long review, but i think it covers most of what you need to know about the hotel, and some tips too! :) my boyfriend and i stayed at the real playa del carmen in mid april, and we booked our hotel through flight center. the hotel itself was definatly a 3 star, but it was still a... more

February 2008 - My husband and I both loved this smaller type resort! The location is fabulous. It is definitely not anywhere near a 4 star. We would rate it a 3. But then we didn't pay for a 4 or a 5 star - so who can complain. You have a place to stay, drink, eat and swim. Rooms... more

Our preference was for a hotel that actually seems to be part of Mexico, not an isolated bit of North America sitting on the beach. We had a great time staying at the Real. The buffet food was excellent, the rooms were clean and pleasant, the staff were very friendly. It's close to the interesting stuff on 5th Avenue without... more

My husband, teenaged son and I stayed for 7 days. We had a wondeful time and would recommend the hotel to those who are open to new experiences, and not set on luxury standards. The staff were very warm and friendly, and spoke adequate english, and worked hard to make sure our son had a great time. Our room was... more

My boyfriend and I went to Mexico for a romantic getaway and found anything but that at Real Playa del Carmen. Upon check-in our room resembled a small dungeon--Small window,broken shower head,clogged toilet, ineffective air conditioner and the safe that was non-functional. A neighborhood dog howled all night. We voiced our complaint to the apathetic staff. They switched us to... more