On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Playa del Carmen hotel, you'll find Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach. Frida Kahlo Museum and 3D Museum of Wonders are also within half a mile (1 km).
What's nearby
Quinta Avenida - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Mamitas Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Playacar Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Cervecería Chapultepec - 2 min walk
Fah Restaurant Bar - 1 min walk
Tropical Playa del Carmen - 1 min walk
Starbucks - 2 min walk
Fusion Beach Bar Cuisine - 2 min walk
About this property
Pelicano Inn Playa del Carmen - Beachfront Hotel
3-star beachfront hotel near Playa del Carmen Main Beach, connected to a shopping center
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Sit back and relax on the beach with free beach club on site, umbrellas, and sun loungers.
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace.
This 3-star Playa del Carmen hotel is smoke free.
40 guestrooms or units
3 levels
3 buildings
Built in 1990
Beach lounge chairs
Towels for the beach
Umbrellas for the beach
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Front desk (limited hours)
Staff is multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Terrace
Garden
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Bar on the beach
Coffee shop
Dining venue
Pelicano Inn Playa del Carmen - Beachfront Hotel offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. Hair dryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
A bar/lounge
A beach bar
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Things to do
Free beach club
Accessibility
No elevator
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Mini-fridge
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Safe
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
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.
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults, and USD 10 to 20 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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. No onsite parking is available. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
We should mention
Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Property is also known as
Hotel Pelicano Inn
Hotel Pelicano Inn Playa del Carmen
Pelicano Playa del Carmen
Hotel Pelicano Inn
Pelicano Del Carmen Beachfront
Pelicano Inn Playa del Carmen Beachfront Hotel
Pelicano Inn Playa del Carmen - Beachfront Hotel Hotel
Pelicano Inn Playa del Carmen - Beachfront Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Had the best holiday with our group. Everyone was extremely helpful and happy, epically Isaac. Thanks to everyone at Pelicano for an amazing experience. Will be recommended you to everyone.
Mitchell
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Olga
Apr 21, 2025
Very nice small hotel, beachfront view is amazing, quiet and comfortable.
This is property has gated access and you need to buzz in and out each time. This may make you feel safe, but the question is - why is this required? The room was really basic and despite being advertised as a sea view you couldn't see it unless you climbed up and stood on the top of a wall. No balcony, despite the description. instead the room opened out onto an open walkway which was a right of way to others rooms - no privacy whatsoever. And despite saying the cost included all taxes, we were charged additional tax at check-in, where you were also told if you tried to hang anything out to dry you would be fined. We were not allowed to leave the premises at check-out until the room had been inspected for breakages and anything stolen (not that there was anything you wanted to take). The aircon was on/off, no alternative settings and you only had a sheet on the bed so we had to pile towels on top of us to keep warm in the night. It was unbearably hot if the aircon was turned off. The paths there so uneven you couldn't wheel a case - you had to carry it. So many up and down steps to get to the room, really not suitable for anyone who isn't a circus performer.
I loved the way the rooms were built around a central courtyard of trees and seating areas. The white of the surface walls was warm and welcoming. The property had the calm and comfort of an older property — the taste of an older property — I do not at all mean ‘older’ in the sense of dated. The full and large bookcase in the lobby was a pleasure to see. I had good help in arranging a shuttle from the airport to the hotel, and immediate response to a change in arrival that I had to make. Thank you for being such a special place — an oasis even though so close to the activity of 5th Avenue.
We love the fact that the property is right there on the beach. It's very easy to walk from our room to the beach. We really enjoy the daily breakfast too. It's nice to have bottles of water in the room, and the "welcome" drinks. We plan to return to this property, as we really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!!!
Beautiful place. Easy checkin..staff was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was super. My only comment is its hard carrying 50 pound luggage up the 3 flights of stairs as there is no elevator. Also we were unsure that the entrance was the long hallway..there should be a sign pointing to reception.
I enjoyed my stay. Great quaint hotel with a nice beach. Quiet and peaceful at night.The front desk is very helpful they even provided umbrellas on rainy days. Breakfast is good.
VERNA
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
KEVIN
Travelled with partner
Feb 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Carolina and Lolita at the front desk were amazing and Daniel in the Resturant! Thank you for a wonderful experience
The staff were all friendly and had a lot of good information and generally pleasant and helpful. The property is beautiful and clean. The view from my balcony was fantastic and I loved my room. The included breakfast was good. Despite it being right off Quinta Avenida it was quiet and peaceful.
They sprayed in the room with our "stuff" in it without asking and acted like it was normal. Also paid Expedia in advance and after 1 hour of arguing had to pay again or leave when we arrived at 10PM
Just walking distances to 5th Avenue and front beach with good restaurant food is good service is perfect
Jesus
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly
Travelled with family and small children
Jan 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The view and sound of the ocean was just what we were looking for. Breakfast was decent but for some reason they didn't include a kids breakfast even though he was a registered guest. They rectified it and included his breakfast in the end. Staff were really kind.
Kimberly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
roger
Jan 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location in downtown Playa, beach is an 8 and street is quiet. Not for you if stairs are a problem.