MAGICO S APARTMENTS, Playa del Carmen

The city-centre position is quiet but central, with supermarkets roughly 100 metres away and shops, Fifth Avenue and Mamitas Beach within easy reach. Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal is a 16-minute walk for ferry connections, Xel Ha is 48 km, and Cozumel International Airport is 35 km. Free on-site parking makes it easy to combine central walks with car-based trips.

The one-bedroom apartment has a living room, one bedroom and one bathroom with 3 beds; the two-bedroom apartment has a living room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms and 4 beds. Each unit includes a stovetop, refrigerator, oven, kitchenware, barbecue, tea and coffee maker, seating area, work desk and flat-screen TV with streaming services. Bathrooms feature a walk-in shower, a bath or shower option, and free toiletries. Accommodation is spacious, clean and well organised, and some garden-facing units look out onto planted grounds or a neighbouring hotel's garden. A private entrance adds privacy, and soundproof walls support a restful stay.

Kitchens include a stovetop, refrigerator, oven, kitchenware, electric kettle and barbecue, so preparing meals is practical during longer stays. Room service and grocery deliveries are available when needed, and the on-site coffee house provides drinks. A minimarket on site supplies everyday items, and a dense restaurant cluster within about 300 metres includes UNO Japanese Noodles, Taqueria El Kora, El Chuleton, Fruzo and other local options.

The rooftop pool is open all year, features a shallow end, sun loungers and umbrellas, and a children's pool and fence improve family safety. The private beach area and beachfront access make it easy to spend time by the sea. Wellness facilities include a spa, solarium, open-air bath and sauna for an additional charge, plus a free fitness centre with fitness classes, yoga classes and a personal trainer. Beauty services cover facials, body wraps, waxing and more. Cycling, hiking, snorkelling, diving, tennis, golf, bowling and water parks are available nearby, some for an additional charge. Entertainment options include a casino and live sport event broadcasts.

Transport options include a paid airport shuttle, shuttle service, car hire, bicycle rental and public transport tickets. The 24-hour front desk provides express and VIP check-in/check-out, a tour desk, currency exchange and an ATM/cash machine on site. Laundry, dry cleaning, ironing and trouser press services are available for an additional charge. Accessibility features include wheelchair accessibility, raised toilet and lower bathroom sink. Family rooms are available, with cots, playpens, baby safety gates and babysitting/child services. The property also has a barber/beauty shop and 24-hour security, and the owner and property manager provide attentive, professional service.