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Banyan Tree Mayakoba vs The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences
Both properties are highly recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Banyan Tree Mayakoba ranks significantly better than The Fives Azul Beach Resort Playa Del Carmen. Banyan Tree Mayakoba ranks #5 in Playa del Carmen with praise from 7 publications like The Telegraph, Star Service and Oyster.
Banyan Tree Mayakoba
Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
Fodor's
Gayot
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Carretera Federal, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $559 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"As one might expect from the ultra-luxurious Banyan Tree brand, the Banyan Tree Mayakoba is one of Playa del Carmen's most sought after resorts."
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Condé Nast Traveler
96.0
"This first foray into the Americas by the Asian hotel chain is set amid dunes, mangroves, and freshwater lagoons."
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Travel + Leisure
World's Best Hotels
"The Banyan Tree, which opened in the lavish Mayakoba coastal development in March 2009, upped the opulence ante with 107 private stand-alone villas."
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Fodor's
"In addition to vaulted ceilings, lounge areas, dining rooms, private gardens, and Talavera earthenware sinks, all rooms have outdoor bathtubs and private 376-foot swimming pools—a unique perk."
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Gayot
"Mayan design enjoys sleek modern influences at this resort on the Yucatan Peninsula."
The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences
Star Service
Jetsetter
Predio El Limonar Fraccion 2, Xcalacoco, Municipio de Solidaridad, Playa del Carmen
From $376 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Star Service
"The lobby seems more befitting a small boutique property, and the personalized check-in experience and champagne upon arrival make guests feel right at home."
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Jetsetter
"Beachfront all-inclusive resort with rooftop terraces for taking in the ocean view."
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