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El Faro Reef 201 -Dramatic Coastline Views-Susan Mattingly

Beachfront condo near Playa del Carmen Main Beach

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A balcony with a view of a beach and palm trees.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a polka dot tablecloth.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and dark cabinetry.
A conference room with a wooden table and a leather chair, a decorative wall art, and a dark door with a light panel.
A white lighthouse with a red top, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo
  • Place, Quinta Avenida
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa del Carmen Main Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mamitas Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬

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About the area

Playa del Carmen

On the beach.At this Downtown Playa del Carmen condo, you'll be well placed to visit Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach, both within a 5-minute walk. Mamitas Beach and Frida Kahlo Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Quinta Avenida - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Central Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mamitas Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cervecería Chapultepec - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fah Restaurant Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zenzi Beach Club - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mi Jardin Secreto - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

El Faro Reef 201 -Dramatic Coastline Views-Susan Mattingly

LISTEN TO THE WAVES from this premier oceanfront condo with wraparound beachfont terrace in the exclusive EL Faro Resort Villas and one of the few 'endcap' beachfront condos available for rent on Playa's main beach. These resort condos are set amidst Playa del Carmen’s mythical beach and vibrant international sidewalk scene. A mere block from EL FARO , Playa’s urbane Fifth Avenue pedestrian promenade beckons with relaxed cafes and gourmet restaurants, exclusive lounges, and al fresco bars, intriguing boutiques and local purveyors of all types and variety.

On site parking $15 a day paid in advance. This property does not offer a cancellation once reserved.

The kitchen, living room, and master bedroom enjoy panoramic views of the ocean.
MUM.

Fully equipped chef's stainless kitchen with granite counter tops, and many other fine details are all there to provide impeccable quality and international style.

The common area courtyard has beautiful landscaping of palm trees, tropical plants, flowers, and a huge refreshing pool. Complementary outdoor tables and lounges are provided for relaxing and entertaining around the pool.

Make your reservations now and travel to Playa and enjoy the privacy of your personal space, a spacious beach condo vacation property. EL Faro is a prime Mexico beach rental real estate that is like an island in a sea of small town local charm. El Faro is vacation lodging at its finest. Please take a tour of our website link below with pictures, maps, tours, and detailed info about your trip to the Mayan Riviera, home of the ancient Maya.

!!!Owner strongly advises guest purchase trip insurance!!!!

“Playa del Carmen is the style capital of the Riviera Maya” -Travel + Leisure

“Playa del Carmen is Mexico’s most fashionable getaway” --Conde Nast Traveler

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS PROPERTY

• HOW DO WE GET THERE FROM CANCUN AIRPORT? Playa is a 45-minute drive south of the airport. We provide a private van service for $185 round trip, max 8 people, child seats available. Other options: Taxi $70 one-way, Rental car, Hourly Express bus.

• WHERE IS THE PROPERTY? EL FARO is located in the heart of Playa’s main tourist district at Calle 10 and the beach, 1 block from Fifth Avenue. Fifth Avenue is a world famous, 50+-block pedestrian promenade with relaxed cafes and gourmet restaurants, exclusive lounges, and al fresco bars, intriguing boutiques and local purveyors of all types and variety.

• IS EL FARO TRULY BEACHFRONT? Yes and you can't get any closer than in this condo! All the condos that we represent in El Faro have stunning ocean views.

• DO WE NEED A CAR? Not necessarily because Playa is pedestrian friendly and we are close to everything. We typically walk or cab around town and rent a car on an as needed basis for regional excursions. There are several car rental agencies within a few blocks. We do have onsite parking for $15 a day and must be paid for in advance.

• WHERE DO WE GROCERY SHOP? We have several small markets within one block and several full service grocery stores within 7 blocks. Also a grocery delivery service for your convenience.
• DO YOU HAVE TV AND INTERNET SERVICE? We have cable TV and Internet.

• CAN YOU RECOMMEND ACTIVITIES AND RESTAURANTS? Please ask if interested.

• CAN YOU GIVE US SOME OPTIONS OF OTHER AVAILABLE CONDOS IN EL FARO? Yes, We manage a number or select villas so please contact us for more information.

• DO YOU OFFER CONCIERGE SERVICES? The front desk can help.

• DO WE NEED TO GET PESOS? Not necessarily. All stores and restaurants in Playa will take dollars and Euros. There are ATMs nearby and places to change money. We usually take about 100 dollars in ones, fives, and tens, which are very handy for tipping, and short cab rides around town.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Reef 201 2 King Bedshuge Pool end Cap Susan Mattingly
REEF 201* 2 king beds*HUGE POOL END CAP Susan Mattingly
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Frequently asked questions

How close is El Faro Reef 201 -Dramatic Coastline Views-Susan Mattingly to the airport?

This condo is 22 mi (256-min drive) away from the Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does El Faro Reef 201 -Dramatic Coastline Views-Susan Mattingly have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is El Faro Reef 201 -Dramatic Coastline Views-Susan Mattingly to the beach?

This condo is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does El Faro Reef 201 -Dramatic Coastline Views-Susan Mattingly offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Faro Reef 201 -Dramatic Coastline Views-Susan Mattingly?

No, there is no casino at this condo, but Riviera Gran Casino (5-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at El Faro Reef 201 -Dramatic Coastline Views-Susan Mattingly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at El Faro Reef 201 -Dramatic Coastline Views-Susan Mattingly?

Free parking is not available at this condo. Self parking is available for a fee.

Does El Faro Reef 201 -Dramatic Coastline Views-Susan Mattingly have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does El Faro Reef 201 -Dramatic Coastline Views-Susan Mattingly have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is El Faro Reef 201 -Dramatic Coastline Views-Susan Mattingly to downtown Playa del Carmen?

This condo is 0.3 mi away from Playa del Carmen.

El Faro Reef 201 -Dramatic Coastline Views-Susan Mattingly Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 31 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location!

Well-appointed condo, right on the beach...just steps away from fantastic restaurants, beach clubs and shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time in Playa!

Susan was super helpful and easy to communicate with! Loved our time in Playa.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine or Jason M.

Great vacation. Perfect location.

Highly recommend. No issues whatsoever ever. Staff was super friendly. Walk 2 mns to shopping and restaurants. Condo was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Break before the season starts at home

El Faro is a great location in Playa Del Carmen. No need for a car, best pool in town, and everyone on site couldn’t be nicer. I highly recommend this condo as well as Susan who helped us.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location on the Beach

Really enjoyed our stay. The location is the best in Playa Del Carmen. Beautiful ocean views and a great pool. The odor from the seaweed was mildly unpleasant. The condo unit was well appointed although somewhat in need of updating.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vahan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Perfect location, gorgeous condo, everything in excellent, working condition. Only problem was seaweed made beach minimally accessible, but of course there’s really nothing the property can do about that. But nicer beach is just a short walk away, so it’s not that big a deal. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic condo

We loved it so much, we scheduled another vacation in a couple of months. The condo is beautiful, and fully appointed. The location cannot be beat. Steps from the ocean, 1 block from Dive shops, and your beach is exactly where the SCUBA boats pick you up. If you are a SCUBA diver, this location cannot be beat.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas at the beach

We had a great stay at El Faro 201 for Christmas! The views from this unit are outstanding! Everybody on staff was attentive and the property is very well maintained. Previous posts have mentioned an issue with seaweed....I can say that this was not an issue during our stay!!! Beaches clean and well kept. We will definitely return!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Condo, Great Location

The condo was perfect for the four of us and the location is perfect. We walked everywhere in a 30x40 block area. So many great restaurants and bars that we didn’t really use the kitchen. The beach is pretty messy with the sargassum bloom but not really a bother. The pool was great for cooling off and working on my sun burn er tan. We felt very safe as there is a noticeable police presence. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will come back!

We stayed over New Year and it was outstanding all the way around. Condo was great, staff were great, the ocean was great. We needed water for the dispenser and it was there in minutes. Walked to Wal-mart for food, drinks, and necessities, it was a 7 minute walk. Dive shops right at the property and they picked us up in front of the property. Water was beautiful and the city staff worked to keep the beach clean each day. 3 minutes to 5th Avenue and everything we needed for restaurants. Host was on top of everything and was very responsive.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed.

This was just what we needed. The condo resort was a beautiful place to stay. The owner is quick to respond with issues or answers. The staff at the condo resort is friendly and helpful. The security there was great. We felt very safe. On a side note, traveling during Covid can be scary. But when we traveled to Mexico, we felt so safe. They are doing such a great job with safety measures.; from the airport, to stores, restaurants, and shops. They have taken this virus serious.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Great property

Had a great stay at this property. The location was perfect with a beautiful ocean view. The condo was an easy walk to the downtown pedestrian area of Playa, numerous shops and restaurants and walmart for groceries. While being in the center of the action, when you were in the condo, it was quiet and relaxing. The condo was clean and spacious, very comfortable for hanging out. We made dinner twice in the condo and enjoyed eating on the balcony listening to the waves. The pool area was nice and we never had to worry about getting a chair. While relaxing poolside, you had a perfect view of the beach and did not have to worry about people constantly trying to sell you something as they do when you walk along the water or are in town. We would definitely recommend this location for a wonderful stay in Playadel Carmen.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our getaway place

We have stayed at this property before so obviously we are fans of it. The location, size, and property are perfect for our needs. We are always very comfortable with the surroundings and security of the property. The Villa is just the right size for 3-4 adults. The wooden boardwalk in front of the property was damaged in a storm a few days before our arrival but the complex seemed to be on top of completing needed repairs. There was a Villa undergoing construction by the pool which did increase the noise level during the day but relaxing in the sun and listening to the waves overcame that minor issue. Susan, the property manager, responded promptly to any questions or requests. Another wonderful week in Residences el Faro!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Condo

Great location
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Loved the condo. Great location. Pool area is nice. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Dean V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Vacation

Rained the entire week except for the last day. Seaweed was out of control. Not the owners fault. It is what it is. We had two reusable Walmart shopping bags that we had to purchase when buying groceries on the countertop and was disappointed that they disappeared after the housekeeper was in on Tuesday. Felt like we needed to lock everything up after that. Nice condo, great view if the weather would have cooperated.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Levi J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property but even better location

This is an amazing place and the location is amazing. I will be back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful a day after a hurricane.

This property is amazing . Surround yourself in beauty at this villa . Wrap around deck within 25’ of the water . Amazing staff provide anything you may need . Security of this facility is top notch .
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Michael N.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Never again

We were treated horribly by the security! To make matters worse we cought them peeping in our room while some of us were sleeping
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxurious Paradise

The pictures don't do this beautiful condo Justice. Its spacious, 2 king size beds, TV's in all rooms, plentiful and comfortable patio furniture. Full beach service included daily. Fabulous unobstructed views will take your breath away. We're a family of 4, use VRBO for 10 years and this is by far our favorite condo ever. Just amazing. We never needed a taxi, walk to everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property in a great location

This property fully exceeded our expectations. Right on the best part of the beach that we could find. Great access to the water, the beach was super clean. The property was so clean, and well maintained. There were property management resources "patrolling" the perimeter of the property between the beach and the pool, and we always felt secure. The inside of the unit was beautiful. Everything in great working order and it had everything we needed for a short stay in Playa. Thank you for a beautiful spot - we hope to be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lee W.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Headache

Me and my fiancé were looking forward to our second part of our trip in playa . We first rented a house on Tulum with Vrbo . Perfect smooth stay . Not with this one . Check in was hard the person responsible for checking us in almost made me believe I was on the wrong place and if my girlfriend wasn’t able to speak some Spanish we would be running around town. The apartament has great location . Be ready the bed is small you will fit in if you are 5’5 inch other wise your foot will be out of the bed . Air condition was dripping , showers weren’t clean ... and the property manager was poorly in communication and not whiling to make any effort after we had try communicate with her several times . Ah make sure if you are renting a car you will have to pay $15 a day to park your vehicles and you must have a voucher and we weren’t aware of it so took us half of our vacation to pull our car from Wall Mart parking lot and finally park in the garage . Location in perfect but was to much of a headache. I don’t recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Condo

The unit is next to the beach (more on that later) and convenient to 5th Ave shops and restaurants. Pool is quiet and clean and security is always visible. The only downfall this unit has is the beach is filled with rotting seaweed and the water so gross no one would swim there. Every morning at least 50 workers were there raking up the mess and hauling off with trailers but it never stayed clean or helped the water clear up. Apparently this has been going on for some time. We went to Cozumel on the ferry several times to enjoy snorkeling and site seeing. Many nice beaches there. Overall this is a great condo, just not the beach!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Shirley S.

Property location was perfect, beach was a failure.

The condo and the grounds were well maintained. The staff was helpful and friendly at all times. The beach was a mess. The sargassum seaweed was piled up on the beach until there was only a narrow walkway in the sand. No attempt at any time was made by the El Farro to clean the mess up and after four days the smell was not good. I now have done online research and found that the sargassum seaweed has been an issue since 2015. This should be disclosed to potential renters as it has a big impact on the quality of their vacation. To get into the ocean you had to muck through two to three feet of the smelly mess. We feel that the owners/managers of this condo should disclose the beach situation up front. We will not return to Playa del Carmen nor to the El Faro. The white sandy beach shown in the picture is not the beach we experienced and should be removed from the property profile as it is totally misleading. I have pictures that show the piles of seaweed, most are three to four feet high, but one was a massive 12 feet high where a backhoe had deposited some of the cleanup effort. I think VRBO also has a responsibility to disclose this situation.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cort F.

Reef 201

The condo was everything we wanted. Second floor balcony overlooking pool and beach was outstanding. So close to the water you felt you were part of the action. Location one block from the walking street and in center of town makes going North or South very convenient. Ate out each evening and had great food. Will certainly be back.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2018

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