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Mayan Magic El Faro Beach Front - DISCT RATES TEMPORARILY INCLUDES CHRISTMAS

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Enjoy Life from our balcony beautiful ocean and pool view and sunrises, too
Sunrise taken from our Balcony
Paradise Evening
View of infinity pool boardwalk and beach
Enjoy the large infinity pool with shallow area for children

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
  • Quinta Avenida
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo (PCM)
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Convertible bed(s)

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Mayan Magic El Faro Beach Front - DISCT RATES TEMPORARILY INCLUDES CHRISTMAS

Our condo is our second home and we have made it very comfortable and inviting for our guests to enjoy like we do when we come. El Faro means Lighthouse and this lighthouse has been a landmark in Playa del Carmen for many years. Residences El Faro Condominiums has incorporated the lighthouse on the property.

Our BEACH FRONT condo is only 35 steps to the beach and 170 steps to the FAMOUS 5th AVENUE which is full of exciting restaurants and shops.

The beach you see from our condo offers swimming, wind-surfing, paddle board, kayaking, parasailing, scuba diving, free diving, jet-skiing, and most important a relaxing day on the beach.

Our Condo has a fully equipped modern kitchen including a George Foreman multi purpose grill, or we have a Weber Gas grill on the balcony.

We have tried to incorporate the wonderful Mayan Culture in our wall painting in the living area in hopes you feel the real sense of Mexico.

There are many activities close by including Jungle tours with zip-lines, water/activity parks, Mayan ruins, cenote diving and much more. Come join us for a great vacation.




Keywords: Condominium

Property manager

Terry Evans
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only - entire complex requirement

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Playa del Carmen

Located in Downtown Playa del Carmen, a neighbourhood in Playa del Carmen, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal and Playacar Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Xplor Theme Park and Xcaret Eco Theme Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Xaman Ha Aviary, or check out an event or a game at Mario Villanueva Stadium Madrid. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

What's nearby

  • Quinta Avenida - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mamitas Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Playacar Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cervecería Chapultepec - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪100% Natural - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fah Restaurant Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tropical Playa del Carmen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zenzi Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Mayan Magic El Faro Beach Front - DISCT RATES TEMPORARILY INCLUDES CHRISTMAS have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mayan Magic El Faro Beach Front - DISCT RATES TEMPORARILY INCLUDES CHRISTMAS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mayan Magic El Faro Beach Front - DISCT RATES TEMPORARILY INCLUDES CHRISTMAS?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mayan Magic El Faro Beach Front - DISCT RATES TEMPORARILY INCLUDES CHRISTMAS?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mayan Magic El Faro Beach Front - DISCT RATES TEMPORARILY INCLUDES CHRISTMAS located?

Nestled on the beach, this Downtown Playa del Carmen condo building is just steps away from Frida Kahlo Museum and Quinta Avenida. Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Troy H.

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

Great place to stay

We loved the location and how clean everything was. Staff at residence were super friendly as well. Definitely a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irma G.

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

Beautiful place

Beautiful condo, close to everything but not loud. Has everything to make your stay enjoyable. Amazing sunrise view and beautiful evening view of the ocean. Great vacation. Thank you Terry
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyson D.

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

Beautiful view, fantastic spot!!

Terry’s spot has a brilliant view of the water, amazing pool and location, and my family was absolutely thrilled with the amenities and space!! I wish I was still sitting on the balcony now, listening to the waves. The El Faro staff was friendly and helpful and my family loved that this was quiet and safe, yet situated in the most scenic and lively part of bustling Playa del Carmen—the best of all worlds!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

Condo was great!

This condo is exactly as described. Great views on a large patio. We were very happy with our stay. The pool is huge. The condo complex is located in the best spot, with lots to do on one side and peace and serenity on the other. We would definitely recommend this condo to anyone visiting Playa Del Carmen.Lori D.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

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

Wonderful condo!

We chose this condo because it had two king size beds and we had two retired couples staying. That was perfect. The views of the pool and the ocean were wonderful! And it was a great pool! The location a short ways off 5th Avenue and right on the beach was amazing. The living areas and patio had plenty of comfortable furniture. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco M.

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

Great location

Beautiful apartment in a central location with a beautiful view of the sea and the pool. The apartment is very nicely furnished and decorated. I would book there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

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

Great condo/apartment

Loved this place. Terry is a great host! The apartment was very nice with all the amenities. Perfect location to restaurants and shopping and it’s on the beach. Ocean view. I highly recommend and would go back for another stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason m.

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

Best location, best pool, best condo !!!

Our 4th time staying at El Faro condos, but 1st time staying in Terry & Steve's. By far, the nicest condo that we've stayed in. The decor is over-the-top with a lot of really nice touches from local artists (too much to describe). Comfortable, quiet, cozy, and accommodating. Next time we visit, we're going to stay there again.Great balcony view of the ocean and the pool. Probably the best pool in Playa Del Carmen. Location is probably the best too; shopping, lots of great food, and the ferry, all within a short walk. For the price, it's the best value on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Grate

Great place accessible to restaurants and shopping places
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

david c.

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

Great stay

Great stay beautiful Place
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

david w.

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

Awesome stay

We had a great time. Condo was in a perfect location and Terry the owner was awesome. The staff at the condo were all so polite. We cannot wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake And Dana H.

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

Great stay in Playa

This place is awesome. Relaxing and comfortable, so close to many fantastic restaurants…. Why would you ever stay all - inclusive?
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

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

Fantastic stay in PDC

Great condo & location in downtown Playa Del Carmen. Pictures don’t do it justice - beautiful with pool & beach views. Terry was a great host. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn L.

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

Great place for a beach getaway

My family (two adults and one 11-year-old) really enjoyed our stay at Terry's condo. The condo was very clean and well stocked with everything we needed. We enjoyed the pool, the beach, and the proximity to restaurants in Playa. Thanks for a great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erich S.

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

Wonderful Condo, Walking Distance to Everything

We are very pleased with our stay at Terry's condo. Right on the beach. Walking distance to 5th Ave and its many offerings. Overall 5/5, great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muriel L.

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

Wonderful time in Playa del Carmen

This was our first time in Playa de Carmen, but it won't be the last! The condo was absolutely perfect on both accounts, location and space. The photos do not give justice to how spacious the place is, with a huge balcony overlooking the pool and ocean. We enjoyed the sunrise while having breakfast every morning. The condo is about a 2 minutes walk to the lively pedestrian Quinta Avenue, full of restaurants and cute shops. As to the beaches, swimming in front of the condo is feasible but not ideal with some rocks, but just 2 minutes south towards the ferry is a perfect spot with great sandy beach. Beautiful beaches also north of the pier. You can walk north on first avenue and turn right at the Hilton, head to the sea, and walk north on the beach. Perfect for swimming and relaxing.We enjoyed a day at Cozumel. Easy to get on the ferry and a 45 minutes sail to cross. We rented a moped and toured the island. Once you get away from the busy tourist area, the beaches are beautiful and the east side is gorgeous and ... nobody there. The locals are very friendly, and we always felt safe. Taxis are always available and ready to take you anywhere, not as expensive as you may think. The little town north called Puerto Morelos is also quaint, less busy than playa and just about 30 minutes drive. We rented a car for the day, but should have taken a taxi. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

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

Fantastic condo, location and recommendations!

The condo is beautiful, has excellent staff, and is very comfortable. The pool was also excellent. The proximity to the beach is unreal. Snorkeling right off the beach and walking up to the pool in 5 minutes is crazy! We also loved the town and the nearby trips. All of Terry's restaurant and excursion recommendations were on point. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

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

Best time in Playa del Carmen

My family of 8 had a fantastic time at Terry’s condominium in Playa del Carmen. This was our first time in Mexico and the location was perfect. Our group ranged from 5 years old to 75 years old, and Terry’s apartment was perfect for everyone. We were located at the heart of 5th avenue with many choices for food, tours and the best part was that we were right on the beach. The view from the place is stunning and we all enjoyed every minute of our family vacation. Terry was very informative prior to our stay, during and after. Thank you Terry for your help. We will definitely recommend your place to anyone visiting Playa del Carmen and we will be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

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

Great location

The condo had everything that we needed and was in a great location. Pool was fantastic. Would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danny G.

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

Awesome Condo

Great condo with perfect views. Very well decorated.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory L., Angola

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

Paradise

Everything was as described, comfortable beds, nice patio, clean and very nice. El Faro is a perfectly located property with a nice pool, good beach and full time security.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Location in Playa

We found the kitchen well stocked, loved the deck area, made use of the BBQ and took a cooler with us one day down to Tulum and Akumel, which were easy day trips. We loved watching the dive boats load up out front and thought the condo was in a great location - perfect to action but removed just enough to be nice and quiet. Complex very well kept with a lovely large pool.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina E.

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

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL 5 stars

When we walked in to the apartment, our jaws dropped. It’s stunningly beautiful and the views are amazing. With closer inspection, the attention to detail is amazing. Beautifully decorated and small details were not overlooked. The location is perfect…right in the heart of action and next to plenty of restaurants. We loved it and plan to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vy B.

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

Amazing stay!!

Love this ocean front property!! The location is perfect for convenience! It’s close to 5th ave where you can get all the fun and delicious food!! It is close to the port so you can catch a ferry to Cozumel!! The staff is so welcoming and helpful. Inside the condo is so clean and it has everything we needed. Thanks Evan for everything you did to make sure you have the best vacation!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey E.

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

Incredible place

Like everyone else states, the unit is gorgeous. Very well appointed and decorated. Lot’s of space. Very comfortable. Insane ocean and pool view. The pool is huge and the staff are as attentive as if you were at a resort. Security is tight. No onsite food/beverage, but there is so much within walking distance and a great beach club next door that it really wasn’t necessary. So glad I chose Terry’s condo and will definitely return. Terry helped arrange airport transportation, which worked out very well for us. We used the same company for transportation to Tulum. The only hiccup we experienced was towards the end of our trip when someone began staying in the unit upstairs. I think it’s a much bigger unit, and it sounded like a lot of people. They stayed up late (3am) both nights, and the soundproofing between floors seemed to be lacking. Other than that, the condo could not have been any better!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Terry Evans

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We have been going to Playa del Carmen since 2000 we love it in Playa and decided to buy a place for us and others to enjoy.

Why they chose this property

We love the beach the Mayan Culture and all of the activities and things to do in the area.

What makes this property unique

Cenotes and Mayan Ruins

Languages:

English

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