SAYAB, Playa del Carmen

Sayab sits just 400 m from the ADO International Bus Station and 600 m from the Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal, making it ideal for travellers arriving by bus or ferry. 28 de Julio Square is 200 m away, and 5th Avenue - the city's main pedestrian thoroughfare lined with shops, bars and restaurants - is 2 km on foot. Cozumel International Airport is 20 km away (no shuttle). The surrounding area has a wide choice of restaurants within 0.3-0.5 km, including La Parota Cocina de Barrio, El Burrito Mojado and Carboncitos.

Rooms include dormitory beds (mixed and female-only 6-bed dorms) and private rooms (twin, double and triple). Private bathrooms are available in some rooms, while others share well-maintained bathroom facilities. Private rooms feature flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and select rooms offer a balcony, garden views or pool views. Air conditioning is free but runs only from 7 PM to 9 AM. Lockers are provided (bring your own padlock). Beds in dorms come with sheets; towels are included only in private rooms (rental available for dorm guests). Some dorms include a kitchenette. Be aware that road-facing or common-area-facing rooms may experience noise during evening events.

Sayab does not have a restaurant, but guests can order drinks and snacks at the bar or snack bar, with additional charge for wine/champagne. A continental breakfast is offered for 103 MXN. For more options, the property is surrounded by numerous eateries within a few minutes' walk, such as Kaxapa Factory, Tiny Tiki Hut, and Romeo Trattoria Pizzeria. The shared kitchen allows self-catering, though some have noted limited cookware.

The outdoor infinity pool is open year-round from 07:00 to 23:00, with a pool bar, sun umbrellas, and a shallow end. A free open-air bath is also available. Activities include free evening entertainment, live music/performance, live sport events, and karaoke, as well as paid bike tours, pub crawls, themed dinner nights, and culture classes. The on-site diving center offers lessons and tours. Board games are provided for quiet times.

Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. The 24-hour front desk offers private check-in/out, tour desk, car hire, and luggage storage (additional charge). Daily housekeeping is included. The shared kitchen is equipped for self-catering, and BBQ facilities are available. Additional services include fax/photocopying (fee). Safety features include 24-hour security, CCTV, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers. Pets are not allowed. The property is adults-only.