Encanto Riviera
Full apartments, a pool, and room to actually settle in.
A place to stay in Playa del Carmen
Encanto Riviera is an apartment-style hotel in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, with rooms starting at $110 per night. Each unit is a self-contained apartment with a private kitchen, balcony, and city views — suited to stays where cooking in and spreading out matter. The property has an outdoor pool, a garden, and elevator access to upper floors. With 93 guest reviews and a rating of 8.1/10, the place scores well for location, comfort, and value.
Who this stay suits
Generously sized apartments with full kitchen equipment, a pool on-site, and the kind of space that works for families or longer stays.
Best for
- Families needing extra beds and kitchen access
- Longer stays in Playa del Carmen
- Couples or groups wanting self-catering flexibility
- Travellers prioritising space and value
Less suited to
- Travellers wanting hotel dining or room service
- Guests looking for a compact, hotel-style setup
Apartments built for real stays
Units at Encanto Riviera run from 70 m² to 115 m². Each has a full private kitchen with oven, microwave, coffee machine, toaster, and kitchenware — plus a dining area, sofa, and balcony with city views. These are proper apartments, not hotel rooms with a microwave.
Outdoor pool and garden
The outdoor swimming pool sits alongside a garden. It is one of the property's central draws, particularly for families who want somewhere to cool off without leaving the building.
Balconies and city views
Every room type includes a balcony or terrace with a city view. The tile and marble floors keep things cool, and upper-floor apartments are accessible by elevator.
The rooms
One-Bedroom Apartment
70.0 m² · 1 king bed
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchen
- Attached bathroom
- Balcony
- City view
Two-Bedroom Apartment
110.0 m² · 2 full beds
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- City view
Family Room with Terrace
115.0 m² · 2 full beds and 1 king bed
- 1 room
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- City view
What sets it apart
Inside Encanto Riviera
Amenities at Encanto Riviera
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Terrace
- Air conditioning
- Garden
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free Wifi
- Terrace
- Kitchen
- Family rooms
Kitchen
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Toaster
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating area
Where it is
5 sights nearby, the closest being Plaza 28 de Julio at 150 m; the nearest bus station, ADO Alterna, is 60 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Plaza 28 de Juliopark150 m
- Aquarium Beachmuseum360 m
- Frida Kahlomuseum430 m
- Parque Leona Vicariopark590 m
- Residencia Art Projectgallery1.2 km
Getting around
- ADO Alternabus station60 m
- Colectivo Stationbus station520 m
Direct-line distances, measured from the property; data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 93 reviews, guests rate Encanto Riviera 8.1/10. Location, comfort, and value for money are the three recurring strengths in feedback. The apartment format — space, kitchens, and balconies — appears to be the main reason guests feel they get fair value for what they pay.
- Host8.2
- Facilities8.2
- Cleanliness8
- Comfort8.4
- Value For Money8.3
- Location8.8
- Free Wifi5
Reviews scoring 9–10: 19 · average 9.3
They wrote about: location, staff, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 6 · average 7.5
Reviews scoring 5–7: 2 · average 5
They wrote about: staff, room, location
Reviews scoring Under 5: 3 · average 3.3
They wrote about: room, staff, bathroom
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Before you book
The fine print
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of MXN 1,000 is required on arrival. That's about US$58. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
- Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
- Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Questions & answers
Where exactly is Encanto Riviera located?
The hotel is in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Guests rate the location positively, though specific distances to landmarks are not listed — it is worth confirming proximity to your priorities when booking.
What room types are available?
There are three apartment types: a One-Bedroom Apartment (70 m², king bed, from $110), a Two-Bedroom Apartment (110 m², two full beds, from $224), and a Family Room with Terrace (115 m², two full beds plus a king bed, from $277).
Do the apartments have a full kitchen?
Yes. Every apartment includes a private kitchen with an oven, microwave, coffee machine, toaster, refrigerator, and kitchenware. There is also a dining area in each unit.
Is breakfast included?
The full kitchen in every apartment means guests can self-cater from the start of their stay.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes. Encanto Riviera has an outdoor swimming pool alongside a garden area.
Is the hotel suitable for families?
The Family Room with Terrace at 115 m² sleeps guests across three beds — two full beds and one king. The hotel is listed as having dedicated family rooms, and the self-catering setup is practical for travelling with children.
Is WiFi available?
Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Parking is not listed among the property's stated facilities. It is worth contacting the hotel directly to confirm before driving to Playa del Carmen.
Are upper-floor rooms accessible without stairs?
Yes. The property has elevator access to upper floors.
How can I book?
Rooms can be booked through major travel platforms. The One-Bedroom Apartment starts from $110 per night, the Two-Bedroom from $224 and the Family Room with Terrace from $277.