Playa Del Carmen | Condo in Zazil-ha, Mexico

Summary:
Ideally situated in Zazil-Ha, one of the trendiest and most beloved neighborhoods among locals!
- Enjoy fantastic amenities including a rooftop pool with Caribbean views and an on-site gym
- Just 150 meters (2-minute walk) to the iconic 5th Avenue, filled with restaurants, cafés, shops, and more
- Only 300 meters (0.2 miles) from popular beach clubs like Encanto, Martina, and Mandarinos on Coco Beach
The Space:
This 656-square-foot (61 sqm) condo features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom plus a double sofa bed pullout to accommodate 4 guests.
- Fully-equipped kitchen: oven, stove, full-sized fridge, coffee, kettle, pots & pans, etc.
- Lounge: double sofa-bed, SmartTV, blackout blinds, AC, ceiling fan and sliding door to balcony.
- Bedroom features a plush king-sized bed, SmartTV, blackout blinds, AC, ceiling fan, and sliding door to balcony.
- Extra-large washroom and shower, with decent hot water and a hairdryer.
- In-suite laundry room with a washer and dryer
- Balcony
- Note: This unit does not share a wall with any neighbors.
Common area
- 1 free underground parking bay (unassigned)
- Rooftop lounge with infinity pool and expansive views of the Caribbean Sea
- Fitness center
Things to do
- Beach………………………………………………… 380yards / 350m
- 5th Avenue……………………………………….… 200yards / 180m
- 38th Street…………………………………...……. 300yards / 270m
- Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall……………. 0.7 Miles / 1.2 Km
- Cozumel ferry …………………………………… 1.3 Miles / 2.3 Km
- Xcaret Park, Xenses Park, Xplor Park … 7.2 Miles / 11.5 Km
- Native Park………………………………….…… 7.4 Miles / 11.9 Km
- Río Secreto ………………………………….…… 6.5 Miles / 10.4 Km
Plus there are so many different things to see and do around Playa del Carmen -- everything from the beach and beach clubs, water sports like snorkeling, scuba, paddle boarding, and boating, eco-parks with underground rivers, ancient Mayan ruins, cenotes (natural sinkholes special to this area!), private boat/yacht and fishing tours, golfing, day trips to Tulum or Cancun, and so much more!
Guest Access:
You’ll have full, exclusive access to the condo. Plus access to the common areas, the roof pool and lounge and gym on site. Wi-Fi and self-check-in via Smartlock code which will be provided before your stay.
The Neighborhood:
The condo is located in the BAHAY Condominium complex in a super cool area of Playa del Carmen, at the northern end of La Quinta Avenida (5th Avenue). Your experience offers:
- Access to a spectacular oceanview infinity rooftop pool & lounge with views of the Caribbean Sea
- One block to the famous 5th Avenue where you’ll find fantastic shops, restaurants, cafes, entertainment and nightlife.
- Vibrant shopping malls like Paseo del Carmen, Quinta Alégria, and the shops at Calle Corazón with dozens of boutiques, international chains, and restaurants
- Walmart and Mega grocery stores within a 5-minute drive
- Nearby beach clubs like Las Hijas, Encanto, Mandarino and Martina
Apart from that, here are some of our local restaurant recommendations:
- Salento (Italian)
- The Pitted Date (Gourmet Vegan)
- Captain Sandwich or Que Huevos (Great for Breakfast/Brunch & Lunch)
- Milos (Greek)
- Chez Céline (French) downtown on 5th Ave at Calle 34
- El Fogón (Authentic Mexican taco place), in several locations downtown
Getting Around:
There’s a parking space on the premises for you and when driving into town, you can park on the street and pay at the parking meters. Luckily, however, the complex is so centrally-located you won’t really need a car. You can easily rent a bike or take a taxi or ‘colectivo’ (shared-ride vans) where you need to go. The condo is about 55 km or 34 miles from the Cancun International Airport (CUN) and is located in the Bahay Condo building on CTM (46th Street) just east of 5th Ave.
Here are some approximate estimations of the most visited/famous places in the Playa del Carmen/Riviera Maya area:
Eco-adventure parks
- XPlor Park - 11 min drive (9 km/5.5 miles)
- Rio Secreto - 18 min drive (19 km/12 miles)
- Xcaret - 15 min drive (10.5 km/6.5 miles)
Shopping
- Fifth Avenue - one block west
- Quinta Alegria - 5 min drive/15 min walk (1.6 km/1 mile)
- Paseo del Carmen Shopping Mall - 10 min drive (2.5 km/1.5 miles)
- Walmart - 5 min drive (2.1 km/1.3 miles)
- Bio Natural - Organic/natural store - ½ block or 130 m/430 feet to 5th Ave and 42 St.
Golf
- Hard Rock Riviera Maya Golf Course - 12 min drive (4 km/2.7 miles)
- El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course - 10 min drive up freeway (8 km/5 miles)
Other Things to Note:
ELECTRICITY. There's a daily allowance of 20kWh/day of electricity is included for short term rentals. Additional consumption will be charged at 3.85 MXN per kilowatt. Electricity is not included for bookings of 28 days or more. On arrival, our local team will take a meter reading, and again on departure. You will be billed after check out for any additional consumption. Please help us save energy by using the AC only when needed, avoid leaving it on if you are not on the property and close all windows and doors when you use it.
We do supply some bath essentials to get you started, like some toilet paper, and soap. These items are not replenished each time you run out.
Please note that there is a mandatory cleaning service every from 21 nights on & every 21 days, at a charge of $50 USD. If your stay is between 21 and 42 nights, you'll be charged an additional $50; for stays between 42 and 63 nights, two cleaning fees ($100 total) will apply, and for every additional 21 nights thereafter, $50 will be charged.
Guests will be requested to sign a Rental Agreement.
A security deposit may be required prior to arrival or at check-in, subject to the booking platform used to make the reservation. This fee is charged as a credit card transaction and refunded after check-out, provided all terms are met.
HOUSE RULES (Failure to comply with any of the below house rules may result in a $300 penalty.)
- Travelers must be at least 21 years of age or older to book.
- No smoking of any kind (tobacco or cannabis) is allowed inside thehome, and the use of any recreational drugs at the property is strictly prohibited.
- No parties/events are allowed, illegal activity is prohibited, and excessive noise will not be tolerated. No loud music after 10 pm. Please be respectful of the neighbors.
- No more guests than those listed in your reservation are allowed.
- No tent or other structures may be set up on the property grounds.
- Renters agree to cover any charge related to damages that occurred during their stay or extra-cleaning charges if needed after their stay.
- Renters may be required to provide a government ID on check-in day or during their stay.
- Please avoid moving furniture.Pets are not allowed.
- Pets are not allowed.
Interaction with Guests:
You can check yourself in using the keypad to enter the gate and the lockbox code for the key. The codes will be provided to you within a day of your arrival.
You’ll have complete privacy during your stay, but we’re available 7 days a week. Should you need anything, just send us a message.