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Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel near Playa del Carmen Main Beach

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Calle 38 Norte Entre 5ta Av Y Zona, Federal Maritima, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77720
  • Place, Quinta Avenida
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mamitas Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa del Carmen Main Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Playa del Carmen

Seaside stay .At this Downtown Playa del Carmen hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach, both within a 5-minute walk. Super Chedraui Selecto Avenida 10 and Mamitas Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Quinta Avenida - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mamitas Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Central Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Club de la Cerveza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mariskinky - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Las Hijas de la Tostada - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ah Cacao Chocolate Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Brioche De Playa - ‬1 min drive

About this property

Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only

3.5-star beach hotel near Playa del Carmen Main Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Playa del Carmen hotel.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2014
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature Tempur-Pedic mattresses. This Playa del Carmen hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, detox wraps, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heated floor
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Hotel Semilla
Hotel Semilla Playa Del Carmen
Semilla Playa Del Carmen
Hotel La Semilla

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only to the airport?

Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only is 21.8 mi (254-min drive) away from the Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only?

As of Jun 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only on Jun 17, 2026 start from CA $196, excluding 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.

Does Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only have an airport shuttle?

Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 60 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only to the beach?

This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Playa del Carmen Main Beach and 5-minute walk from Mamitas Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only offer free breakfast?

Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Riviera Gran Casino (17-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only have a pool?

Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only features outdoor pool access.

Does Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer reflexology, body treatments, and detox wraps.

How close is Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only to downtown Playa del Carmen?

Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only is 0.6 mi away from Playa del Carmen.

Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

SHANTA

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and service, but rooms need an update. I had a mixed experience during my recent stay. On the positive side, the location is unbeatable, the staff were wonderful, and the breakfast was truly fantastic. However, while the hotel is marketed as 'vintage,' the room furnishings felt more outdated and musty than charming. Practical issues, like drawers that didn't work, made the stay less comfortable. It’s a great spot if you prioritize service and location, but the rooms could use some maintenance.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Where to begin! Beautiful, relaxing experience. Claudia & Juan were so welcoming, helpful, and kind. Assisted with great humour and spirit for everything I needed. I already miss Chef Miguel's breakfasts. Such a wonderful way to start each day; especially when it can be hard to eat later in the day, when it's hot. The room was lovely. My only complaint is outside the hotel's control- nearby business has very loud music and thumping bass until late. The ambience is worth a bit of missed sleep though. The gardens were peaceful during rain, and cool during sunshine. A very relaxing and rejuvenating space. Watching the birds and animals in the preserve was fun. Such a quick walk to the beach, and SO many great places to eat. Last day with major travel delays, Evelyn was beyond kind with luggage storage and space to chill. I am very appreciative of the restorative atmosphere this team provides.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Keith

When we arrived for 5 nights, the receptionist said that they had no record of the booking from Expedia! I produced my hard copy of the reservation. We were able to stay for 2 nights only as the hotel was busy, and had to find another hotel for 3 nights. Unfortunately this is the second time that a reservation with Expedia in 6 months was not recognised by the hotel. Our previous problem was with Polwaththa Ecolodge in Sri Lanka in February 2025 and that was fully paid! The hard copy was important. After 20 years of using Expedia, I am very unhappy with them as they are seriously slipping up! Hotel La Semilla is a comfortable, bespoke hotel, which is a bit dated, needs a makeover and is in the lively centre of Playa del Carmen.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Not A Relaxing Stay

The hotel is lovely and the staff was nice, but it was not a good experience. My room was unpleasant. My bathroom (toilet) didn’t work. There was also a problem on arrival. I had a terrible time finding the place because the hotels.com listing had no proper address. The cab driver who has worked here for decades had never heard of this tiny place. I ended up dropped me a mile away (where the dot on google maps was) after midnight and a long day of travel. Addresses are strangely nonspecific in Playa, but one would think the management could make sure their address showed correctly on Google and Apple maps. It was a pain.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Oase im Trubel

Dies ist ein charmantes Boutiquehotel. Es besticht durch geschmackvolle Zimmer, sehr bequeme Betten und ein fantastisches Frühstück im Garten. Lärm dürfte überall in Playa del Carmen ein Problem sein, so hört man auch hier den Lärm vom Restaurant nebenan. Mit Ohrstöpseln lässt sich das aber gut lösen.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
l'hotel n'avait pas notre reservation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superbe literie , bien placé à côté de l’aéroport tout en ayant une belle piscine pour se relaxer de son vol. Proche embranchement autoroute ! Petit bémol rien pour dîner après 21.30 et aucun restaurant autour !
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is very traditional, unique and eco-friendly property. Lovely decor in an amazingly beautiful structure. Everyone was super nice and helpful. Complimentary breakfast was delicious, eating surrounded by nature.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nakita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the staff to the views and the overall accommodations, this was worth every single penny. I loved my stay and I can't wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

a gem!

awesome experience from beginning to end. even though this hotel doesn't have a swimming pool, we enjoyed the room very much. didn't use the rooftop terrace. breakfast on both days were excellent. beautiful backyard court.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely property with beautiful quaint decor. We loved the location. The bed was comfortable and the ac was a life saver in the playa del Carmen heat. The breakfast was the best part! we would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Genesis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The concept of the hotel is very unique and special! There’s so much peace around and the service and concept of the breakfast is fantastic! If you are looking to connect with nature this is definitely the place to stay. The only thing is that the front desk staff should be a little bit more friendly and warm so it could match the concept of the hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente, para repetir

Todo espectacular, un lugar hermoso para pasar unas vacaciones en pareja, el personal muy amable y agradable siempre dispuesto a ayudarnos. Seguro si volvemos nos quedamos de nuevo
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
solo el tamaño de la habitación pero pésima recepción, el cuarto sucio, no tienen teléfono en las habitaciones para hablar a recepción, aire acondicionado viejo y sucio, lo quieren hacer muy vintage, los productos de aseo personal pésiimos no se por que Marriot los aceptó como parte de sus hoteles. Todo se ve viejo y percudido, cero medidas de seguridad anti covid, los de recepción ni siquiera con mascarillas, no hay gel antibacterial. Quieren hacerlo como un hotel boutique de alta gama per lejos, Mucho ruido. El agua de las jarras de dudosa procedencia vs agua embotellada y si lo quieren hacer disque ecológico también hay botella embotellada en botellas de vidrio.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. The guy who checked me in was so nice, the guy who was cleaning and the chef. This is the second time I come and the costumer service is outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comforting stay

Great service and very nice small hotel. Very homely feel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden Gem in Playa Del Carmen

What a beautiful gem tucked next to the jungle Real find in the middle of Calle 38
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RobbE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at this property in September without knowing a thing about it. After that 1st night I was so pleased with the staff and hotel itself that it was my 1st selection when I returned to Playa Del Carmen in December. Privately owned with the owner on site and very closely located to all the shopping and beach action you could want but on a very quiet and safe side street so you can sleep. Breakfast is a must here. It’s in the back of the courtyard and all kinds of wildlife come to visit each morning. AAA
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bien
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

EXCELENTE

excelente servicio y limpieza, amabilidad y un lugar muy especial
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
독특한 분위기
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
良い所、ホテルも部屋もどこをとっても絵になる美しいホテルでした。朝食も美味しかった。残念ながら、シャワーの水量が少なく、お湯を調整するのが難しい。ウェルカムドリンクがあるということだったが、無かったのも残念。
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel ist sehr familiär und hat super freundliches Personal. Das Frühstück ist sehr gesund und jeden Morgen gibt es eine mexikanische Spezialität serviert. Die kostenlosen Fahrräder sind super, 400$ bei einem möglichen Verlust erscheint beim Zustand und Ausstattung der Räder jedoch nach etwas unverhältnismäßig. Die Lage ist grundsätzlich gut (2min zum Strand), aber leider kein Pool und kein direkter Zugang zum Strand oder Kooperation mit einem der Beach Clubs. Zudem ist die Abrechnung des Preises in Mexikanischen Pesos sehr unvorteilhaft für den Kunden. Es wird der ebookers Preis in USD mit einen ungünstigen USD/MXN Wechselkurs verrechnet. Dadurch fast 10%(!) höhere Kosten nach Prüfung meiner Kreditkartenabrechnung! Das Hotel bzw. Ebookers sollte entweder den USD Preis mit dem Hotel fixieren oder den Preis in Mexikanischen Pesos bei der Buchung ausweisen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dimitri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Must Stay Truly Boutique Hotel with Personal Touch

Location 4/5: near 5th ave. its a sanctuary in a middle of a busy tourist town. They have a Junge at the back with wild animals. Only to see, no access. Beach 2/5: No Access. Public crowded beach 5 minutes walk.Seaweed everywhere. Services 5/5: Great! super helpful, friendly, free beer. One thing: I asked to provide a picture of a character to surprise my partner in a room but it wasnt done. AC, WIFI included. No Fridge but they can store your beer or anything else in a fridge at the kitchen. Free bicycles and free beach towels! No TV - its great! They provide purified water for safe drinking. Food 5/5: Breakfast included and great! Cooked personally! Not a buffet! Condition 5/5: truly rustic. Rooms are unique! Parking 4/5: 3 spots for 9 rooms. Might be busy but we were lucky to have it all the time. Will Be BACK!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BDayGirl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect balance. Affordable, relaxed, and conveniently located. The staff treats you like family, a real gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019