CASA JOYA DEL MAR Situated right in the heart of the Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen is the region’s top destination for shopping, dining and nightlife. There’s plenty to keep you occupied here, plus Playa serves as an ideal base for exploring the rest of the Riviera. The space Built in the style of open concept, the large living, dining and kitchen area will easily accommodate a family of 10. The impressively equipped kitchen with its granite countertops, Center Island, top of the line stainless appliances and rich, mahogany cabinetry would delight any chef! The living area boasts plentiful seating with a wraparound sofa, 60’ flat screen TV and most importantly, the magnificent turquoise waters of the Caribbean as a backdrop. The beautifully domed Master suite also has ocean view with direct access to the beach and pool and is furnished with king Size bed, floor to ceiling closet, mini split air condition, ceiling fan and flat screen TV. A second bedroom features 2 Double beds, ceiling fans, mini split air condition and full bathroom. The third guest bedroom has a king bed while the fourth bedroom has 2 Queen Beds. All of the bedrooms are equipped with en suite bathrooms, large closets; mini split air condition, ceiling fan and flat screen TV. Casa Joya del Mar features custom aluminum double pane windows, oversized doors, custom fixtures, professional window coverings, high quality finishes, amenities such as wireless internet, ipod dock and speaker, linens, china and everything else you might want or need during your vacation. As magnificent as Casa Joya del Mar is in the interior, the outdoor area will delight your senses as well with its oversize terrace, Weber BBQ, shaded exterior dining area and the large ocean front pool with direct access to the beach. Guest access There aren't common areas. Private pool and terrace for your own use! Other things to note Poor manipulation of white clothing (makeup stains, hair dye, food, bronzer, etc.) will have a COST equivalent to the value of the garment (towels, rugs, bed linen, curtains, etc.) The presence of sargassum occurs mainly during the warmer months. It is not our responsibility to notify guests of the presence or absence of the algae prior to arrival.

## Casa Joya del Mar

Located in the heart of the Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen stands out as the premier destination for shopping, dining, and nightlife in the region. This vibrant town offers plenty of activities to keep you entertained and serves as an excellent base for exploring the wider Riviera Maya area.

## The Space

Designed with an open-concept layout, the spacious living, dining, and kitchen areas comfortably accommodate a family of up to 10 guests. The kitchen is well-appointed with granite countertops, a center island, high-end stainless steel appliances, and elegant mahogany cabinetry, making it a chef’s dream.

The living room features ample seating with a wraparound sofa and a 60-inch flat-screen TV. Most notably, it offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean’s turquoise waters.

The master suite is beautifully domed and overlooks the ocean. It provides direct access to the beach and pool and includes a king-size bed, floor-to-ceiling closet, mini-split air conditioning, ceiling fan, and flat-screen TV.

The second bedroom contains two double beds, ceiling fans, mini-split air conditioning, and a full bathroom. The third bedroom has a king-size bed, while the fourth bedroom offers two queen beds. Each bedroom is equipped with an en suite bathroom, spacious closets, mini-split air conditioning, ceiling fans, and flat-screen TVs.

Casa Joya del Mar is fitted with custom aluminum double-pane windows, oversized doors, bespoke fixtures, professional window coverings, and high-quality finishes. Additional amenities include wireless internet, an iPod dock with speakers, linens, china, and all essentials needed for a comfortable stay.

The outdoor space complements the interior with a large terrace, a Weber barbecue, a shaded dining area, and a sizable oceanfront pool with direct beach access.

## Guest Access

Guests have exclusive use of the private pool and terrace. There are no shared common areas.

## Other Things to Note

- Improper handling of white clothing (such as makeup stains, hair dye, food, bronzer, etc.) will incur a charge equivalent to the garment’s value. This policy also applies to towels, rugs, bed linens, curtains, and similar items.

- Sargassum seaweed may appear primarily during the warmer months. Guests should note that the presence or absence of this algae is not guaranteed, and the host is not responsible for notifying guests about it prior to arrival.

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Everything was great. The place was fantastic. We loved it 😊

todo super bien, el lugar fantástico nos encantó 😊

Our stay at Joya Del Mar was a family vacation like no other. We will cherish the memories made for the rest of our lives.

Everything was excellent!! I would stay here again

Todo excelente!! Me volvería a quedar aquí

Enjoyed our stay. Home was clean neighborhood was safe. Steps away from beach. Walking distance stores.

Beautiful views and a beautiful house. Walkable to Restaurants and shops. What more could you ask for?

Mercedes place was beautiful. really clean freshly taken care of in all ways an amazing stay overall .

I want to give this place a bad review so that nobody else books it and we can book it again... but I resisted the urge! We rented the house out for a leadership retreat, and it was exactly what we needed. Beautiful sunrise views and enough space for our team of 8 to sleep and collaborate comfortably between relaxing on the beach.

Had the most amazing trip with our four kiddos. The home fit us perfectly. The view of the ocean from the patio was unreal. Very happy with our stay and will definitely be back!

The house was absolutely amazing staying so close to the beach is a game changer. You will not regret staying at this place. It is very clean. It has everything you need in the kitchen. The air conditioners are very nice. It's beautiful patio furniture. The couches are amazing. The beds are very comfortable and the outdoor patio furniture is unreal so you can sit by the pool and relax, or you can go swimming in the beach. I cannot wait to stay here again.

Fantastic experience to enjoy the spectacle of the Caribbean Sea directly in the front row Mercedes and her collaborators were careful to quickly solve a small problem that had occurred. The house is very clean, very cozy and equipped with all the necessary amenities for a wonderful vacation

Esperienza fantastica per godere dello spettacolo del mare dei caraibi direttamente in prima fila Mercedes e i suoi collaboratori sono stati attenti nel risolvere velocemente un piccolo problema che era intercorso La casa è pulitissima, molto accogliente e dotata di tutti i confort necessari per una splendida vacanza

Suer clean, beautiful location, great view and host communicated great

Booked Mercedes space to celebrate my 40th bday and it was nothing short of spectacular. Amazing views, sunrises and sunsets,  great privacy, secure and safe neighborhood,  clean decor and amenities, and a responsive host.  Can't beat it. If you're thinking about booking,  just do it, you won't regret it.  Thanks again for allowing me stay in your amazing home!

Amazing and beautiful place with an amazing kitchen and view. The security in this neighborhood is very strong and very safe. The house has a ton of amenities from beach chairs to outside kitchen amenities and everything that you would need. The host and property managers were always available at a moments notice and we enjoyed our stay very much!

An incredible house with an unforgettable view. In a few words, the best beach accommodation. I would return without hesitation

Casa increíble con una vista inolvidable en pocas palabras el mejor alojamiento de playa car volvería sin dudarlo

Nice house, very responsive and proactive host.

Really wonderful place. Mercedes was very responsive and even when out of her way to get my daughter's earring that went down the drain! Very nice place. only con is that the seaweed is really bad. Nothing anyone can do about that.  10 out of 10

We had a great stay in this private home. It was a great location for everything Playa del Carmen as well as day trips to the areas many destinations. It has everything you could want to be your home away from home. The only downside was the sargassum, which made the beach unusable. Other than that, highly recommmend!

Mercedes and her team were great hosts and very responsive to our questions and requests. Beautiful location. House is dated / well used.

Easy to find if you follow instructions. Walking distance from Main Street Gorgeous views! We had a great time. Security is very strict- but we all felt extremely safe. Highly recommend

Everything is very good,  the view is unbeatable, the beach right in front of you, just take into account that apparently this beach is in front of a reef and you can hurt your feet, however a few steps away the beach is free of these rocks. And it is beautiful. The sargazo Bueno is not the most beautiful but it is out of the hands of those who rent. Everything is very clean, there are clean towels in each room, air conditioning or ventilation, the kitchen is very well equipped. To the view  from the kitchen is beautiful. In the main room you have access to the pool overlooking the beach and another access to the beach, great experience.  It is possible to order food or pantry at home in case you need it. Mercedes and Patricia are always attentive.

Todo muy bien,  la vista inmejorable, la playa justo frente a ti, solo hay que tomar en cuenta que al parecer está playa está frente a un arrecife y te puedes lastimar los pies, sin embargo a unos pasos la playa está libre de estas rocas. Y es bellísima. El sargazo bueno no es lo más lindo pero está fuera de las manos de los que alquilan. Todo muy limpio, hay toallas limpias en cada habitación, aire acondicionado o ventilación, la cocina muy bien equipada. Hasta la vista  desde la cocina es hermosa. En la habitación principal tienes acceso a la piscina con vista a la playa y otro acceso a la playa, gran experiencia.  Es posible pedir comida o despensa a domicilio por si lo requieren. Mercedes y Patricia siempre atentas.

I'll start by saying I booked this trip 3 days in  advance so I'm forgiving the communication lapse that happened with the chef. There was also a communication lapse with the house manager when we arrived. Not as secluded as we would've hoped because a family had the rental next door. They had a direct view to the back patio area. I'm 6'3 so I was also annoyed with the transportation heading back to the airport. We paid $115 each way booking the transportation through Mercedes. Going to the villa was perfect but returning to the airport the nice van that we came down in turned into a Nissan Versa with no hub caps. Other than that the house was fine.. The beach and views are better than the photos. Would definitely return.

Thank you very much for your comments, but I'm surprised to hear about a lack of communication when we were coordinating outbound transportation and chef service from the very beginning. Regarding return transportation, it's worth mentioning that it was requested at 10 p.m. the day before departure, with a 6:30 a.m. pickup. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay at Casa Joya del Mar.

WOW!  Yes — book this place.  Immaculate house, service, location, EVERYTHING.  We loved this stay.  The location is gorgeous, the beach is amazing, the house is clean, comfortable and Mercedes was a wonderful host.  We would definitely book again, without hesitation.  Thank you again, Mercedes and team, for the wonderful service and stay.

Joya Del Mar was outstanding  and well appointed. Beachfront with fabulous views. We even booked an additional day in the last moment because we just did not want to leave. Mercedes was amazing from initial contact to the end of our stay. She set up everything including transportation from the airport to the villa and our return. She responded quickly to every question especially all of our travel changes. Thanks again Mercedes for making our holiday priceless.

Great stay at Joy Del Mar. Walkable to town and right on the beach.

We had a wonderful time staying in this Airbnb!

So glad to have found this house! Spacious and well-equipped accommodations for a large group. We had more than plenty of space for 8 adults, each couple having their own room and full bathroom. Beachfront was stunning, as was the beautiful pool and covered patio. We felt safe in the gated neighborhood and enjoyed peaceful walks on the beach. Another highlight of our trip was delicious meals cooked by chef Salvador! Host was extremely responsive and helpful in booking all the logistics for our trip. Would highly recommend booking this stay.

The place was at a beautiful and safe location near some Mayan ruins , and right next to our fav hangout - the beach ! Spotted some capybaras and exotic birds around. House itself is well furnished, stocked and has a beautiful pool overlooking the ocean. Pool chairs, beach gear and a full kitchen were a huge plus . A great place to get away from the bustle of downtown, but a quick taxi ride/brisk walk away if you’re feeling the energy to enjoy the colorful downtown . Owner was quick to respond to all queries and took good care of us. Marcello and his crew gave us a lovely welcome to the place and the right info like location and transport service to make our stay at Playa an easy and positive experience. Highly recommend for medium sized groups that wish to enjoy this location , place was everything we were looking for and more !

A gorgeous place to be for an amazing deal and incredibly helpful and responsive host!! Can’t wait to stay here again soon!!

The area is very secure not to mention beautiful.  The house is very well stocked with everything needed.  We had an amazing stay and can’t wait to go back!

We had a great time staying at La joya de el mar. Beautiful view and the house layout it’s very useful. They have beach chairs to take to the beach as well as umbrellas. The house is situated in very safe neighborhood that is walkable to the 5th avenue where you can find everything, restaurants, little stores and brand stores. Very nice house. Thank you to everyone that helped us when was needed. We really enjoyed the beach and had a great time realaxing. Hope to see you in the future.

Location was perfect. Close to town but far enough away where you felt like you had your own resort.  Wonderful place to stay if you’re not into the resort thing.  Was able to walk around o the local grocery store for supplies and quick taxi ride back.  The home was well stocked, clean, and had a wonderful patio with pool to relax.  Great vacation.

The home was comfortable and spacious for 5 adults and one child. Mercedes was very responsive as a host. The only disappointment was the beach. I knew about the sargassum but did not know that walking into the beach was very tricky because of coral. The pool was wonderful and we love watching sunrise on the beach

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay.  The home is right on the beach with a beautiful pool and good amenities. Mercedes was a great host, responsive and very friendly and helpful.

I really liked the place . Quiet and beautiful , the pool clean . Beachfront

Me gustó bastante el lugar . Tranquilo y bonito , la piscina limpia . Primera línea de playa

Fantastic team! Great experience. Thank you!

This is a beautiful home right on the beach and walkable to downtown Playa. The space is well stocked with basic supplies, and is very clean. I would highly recommend staying here, as we will certainly be back in the future.

This house is amazing! The pool and being located directly on the beach were definitely the highlight! The kitchen was really nice and stocked with everything you need (we had a chef come one night, highly recommend). The beds were comfortable with plenty of pillows. Also appreciated the abundant supply of beach towels. I would 100% stay here again!

This was the 2nd house on the beach that we have used Airbnb with Mercedes and her properties.  She is always responsive and flexible.  Her properties are within walking distance of downtown but are in a gated community with security, cleaning services and pool cleaning.  These accommodations have helped us enjoy our vacation and family time without worrying about any issues and we have felt right at home.

We are a family of four who stayed here. Overall we had a decent experience during a five day stay. Pros: beachfront location with private pool and beach access, incredible views, and very responsive host. The host introduced us to chef Marco who made delicious meals for us on three of the days. Cons: the furniture is a lot more used/ run down than the pictures. We had small glitches throughout the stay (WiFi was out for two and a half days, stains found on some of the sheets/ duvet covers, kitchen knives were too dull to cut fruits, dusts found in some corners). The nice thing was that the host immediately responded to try fixing everything immediately upon notice- but these are not things one would prefer to deal with when on vacation. Overall a decent property that could use some renovation and new furniture.

Needs new furniture everywhere, All bathrooms and sink in it needs to drain properly. Need more Water pressure. Overall very good place. Will rent again. Thanks

The stay was amazing. Our family thoroughly enjoyed it. Right on the beach with amazing views. Mercedes was amazing to help with chef and airport pickup service. There were cleanliness items that we did not like. I hope they will be fixed for a better experience of others.

Wow this place definitely  exceeded our expectations . We felt completely  safe in this gated community it was more then beautiful! Super close to town . I highly recommend getting  the chef services  we did it daily . The beach was more then the pictures do it justice . we will be back for sure !

Had an amazing weekend at the villa. The views and beach access were well worth the price of admission. Mercedes and her team arranged for Chef Marko and his wife to cook for us during our stay, and arranged airport transportation to and from the villa. It's a short 12 min walk to the center for shopping and restaurants. We truly enjoyed our stay.

We had wonderful days. The photos are really like the house is live. The house is excellent, the beach a few feet from the social area of the house, the pool with sea view, everything great! Super-equipped home. Mercedes and time support was also excellent. Congratulations! We'll definitely be back.

Tivemos dias maravilhosos. As fotos são realmente como a casa é ao vivo. A casa é excelente, a praia a poucos pés da área social da casa, a piscina com vista para o mar, tudo ótimo! Casa super equipada. Atendimento da Mercedes e time também foi excelente. Parabéns! Com certeza voltaremos.

This place is amazing.  Even better than the pictures.

amazing place to stay, Mercedes was helpful all the way through, house was amazing, beautiful surroundings, and super close to all the action of Playa Del Carmen.   Pier is walking distance to head to Cozumel, this place was perfect to celebrate a Birthday amongst friends.   Definitely would stay here again, pictures don't do it justice.

Me and my family loved this place,, the l house was. Great in general except for the power of the house that went out every day. It wasn’t too bas as it came back right away. But definitely if you want to work or watch a movie will be sn issue.

My friends and I really enjoyed this beautiful and lovely home. Upon arriving we were greeted and given a quick tour around the property.  I loved how close we were to the beach. We also enjoyed having the chef cook all of us, it was delicious. I definitely recommend this home to anyone visiting the area.

The place was absolutely beautiful and exactly as described. The beach was gorgeous, and centro is just a 15 min walk in a well monitored and beautiful neighborhood. Cleaning came by regularly, and when we had a maintenance issue, Mercedes had it fixed immediately. Fantastic Airbnb!

Great place and excellent host. The views are unbelievable.

House was beautiful the only thing the sargassum was bad could not enjoy the beach other then that would it been perfect.

Overall great place, quick answers to questions from host. Highly recommend, pool was cleaned daily.

We absolutely loved our stay at Casa Joya del Mar! Mercedes is a wonderful host who was helpful and even let us check in a little early when we arrived earlier than expected. The house was super clean, the pool was amazing and we were RIGHT near the beach. We spent hours just enjoying the view. The house was located in a very safe community and it was only a 15 minute walk up to the shops. We felt like we had our own little private paradise, the house was perfect for our group of 10. The house is close enough to the fun shops to walk, and far enough away that it felt really calm and peaceful. We loved everything about it and we look forward to staying there again. Thank you Mercedes for all your help!

This is an amazing place for families. It’s a haven that’s a short distance away from the bustling downtown, but it feels like a world away in this beautiful home. The view and pool are simply amazing. The toys for our two year were just enough for him to play with four days straight in the pool and right in front on the beach. The community has a very safe feeling for international travelers that feel nervous in another country.

Great spot, location was unreal. Missing the bbq working but beside that nothing to say. We had so much fun and would definitely recommand. Super clean and easy to find. 5 star

Really Nice location in playa del carmen. Right in front of the beach

The location of this home is everything... the pool and beach access are to die for. The beds were comfortable and the AC worked well, which is extremely important to us. We'd definitely return to Casa Joya del Mar!

We absolutely loved our stay Joya del Mar in Playa del Carmen.  The house is fabulous and our family of 8 adults and one infant were very comfortable in the 4 bedrooms.  We really enjoyed being right on the beach and close enough to town that we could walk there at any time.  Mercedes was very responsive and answered all my questions quickly and helped me arrange additional services such as the in-house chef services which were fabulous.  We've traveled the World extensively and this is one of our top places.  It was especially enjoyable for our whole family to be together in the house as opposed to a resort which we've typically done.  I highly recommend Mercedes and Joya del Mar.

Beautiful house in the perfect location! Big and cozy for all the family, exactly as the photos.  Highly recommended!

Great house. Subdivision is very well maintained with lots of mature trees and even some Mayan ruins on the property. Pool and beach are fantastic.

Great place!! The house is amazing with the pool and just by the sea!! Enough space to relax , have a nice barbecue enjoying the view! Very close to the city center so no need to use car.

Pictures don’t do this home justice. It is absolutely beautiful as well as fantastic location. Felt very safe in the neighborhood which was just as beautiful. Location is unbeatable!! Thank you for an amazing trip. My family and I are so grateful for the beautiful memories!!

Mercedes and her team are incredible! She was very accommodating and very quick to respond with any questions. The place was very clean, comfortable and in pristine condition and had all of the necessities for a few nights stay. The proximity to the beach and view are stunning. The neighborhood outside the apartment had a lot of life within walking distances. The neighborhood is beautiful, quiet, and a stone's throw from the vibrant center of Playa del Carmen where you'll find streets lined with shops, restaurants, bars, salons, massages, barbers and everything you could want on a dream vacation. You can walk via beach access or through the neighborhood and be to the vibrant center of town in 10 mins. The house is very quiet and beds are heavenly. Have not slept this good on a vacation in years, you can tell special attention was paid to the beds and the linens. The house is also was walking distance to the ferry which takes you to Cozumel island. This is definitely the perfect place to stay in Playa del Carmen! The house is incredible and had every possible necessity of vacation you could need. Mercedes and her team were friendly, very helpful and she is definitely a super host! Next time we are in Playa, we are going to be back as Mercedes' guests.

Amazing stay. The house and the ocean view are absolutely beautiful, and it's a very quiet area. The house had everything we needed - beach towels, dishes, etc. Each of the 4 rooms is very nice, and it was great for our group of 8. Mercedes helped us hire a private chef as well who did a great job, and there was a concierge who we could ask to call taxis for our group (no Uber in the area). Communication and checkin/checkout were easy and could all be done in English. Would love to stay here again!

Perfect place for a big group. Short distance to town. Pool by the ocean is perfect and super secure gated community 24/7 security

We had the best time! Our family of 8 had a blast and absolutely loved the house. It is right on the water and walking distance to the Centro- if you are ok with walking about a mile. Mario was great at check-in and communication was never an issue. Thank you for an amazing stay!

Great stay for the 9 of us. Clean and Airbnb is equipped with all you will need. We had Chef Daveed come and it was excellent. We also had massages at the house from Livin massage (magnet on fridge). Lots of towels and linens.

We had a fabulous vacation at this beautiful beach front home. The location cannot be beat. It had everything we needed and more. Totally awesome place! We hope to come back.

The house is amazing, very comfortable and cute. Everything works perfectly and what doesn't work out right away. Just to say that there are stones in the sea and when there is seaweed when you can't see the background it is difficult to enter the sea. But it's still a dream place and I think it's one of the nicest houses in Playacar

La casa es increíble, muy cómoda y linda. Todo funciona perfecto y lo que no, lo resuelven enseguida. Solo decir que en el mar hay piedras y cuando hay sargazo al no poder ver el fondo es complicado entrar al mar. Pero no deja de ser un lugar soñado y creo que es de las casas más lindas de playacar

Awesome stay here. Was right on the beach and very central to all of the activities we had planned. Was situated in a gated community so always felt safe! Would definitely recommend staying here and Mercedes was super responsive and speedy whenever we had any questions!

The house and location are perfect! Everything was just as described. Mercedes was extremelly professional answering our needs and was very diligent. The house was squeeky clean and and had everything we needed. The pool and beach were also picture perfect. Would definately stay again.

Fantastic stay! If you ever get the chance to book this Airbnb or any Airbnb from Mercedes I would highly recommend doing so. Mercedes and her team ( Mario, Patricia, Melina) we’re all extremely helpful. They helped connect us with Chef Daveed and Chef Jose who cooked us two delicious meals breakfast and dinner I highly recommend getting them if you’d like to eat at this Airbnb for a meal. The team also helped us book rides to and from the airport and we were also able to order groceries to the house. The Airbnb was clean and located in a VERY safe area. Out four nights there were fantastic! Will definitely be back.

Perfect house to rent for a relaxing week with an unbelievable view… pictures of the house were exactly what you receive… filtered water out of the fridge was a nice touch. Bedding Towels and sheets all 5 star hotel quality. Communication was always very fast with any questions.. all 4 bedrooms were equally nice and private.. the pool is larger then most houses that I’ve rented in Playa, and patio furniture was high quality. perfect beach house to rent

The location is great, about 10 minute walk to Playacar. The house is beautiful, clean, has everything you need, & was perfect for our vacation with extended family.  It cannot get any better than the beach being your backyard. Mercedes was a great host & was quick in communicating with me before & during our trip. She gave me all the info I needed for airport transportation, scheduling activities, Covid testing, & having groceries delivered to the house before we even got there. Although a little pricey it was worth every penny. Thank you Mercedes!

Casa Joya Del Mar was perfect for our family! Would definitely recommend.

Beautiful house is a perfect location. The house and pool were amazing and we enjoyed everything very much. The location was great, quiet and felt safe. Just a short walk into all the action. The hosts were very help and communicated great. Would definitely recommend!

We stayed here for a 40th birthday trip and loved every minute. The house is right on the beach so you can just sit next to the pool and watch the waves and pelicans for hours and dip in and out of the ocean. Mercedes was very helpful and worked with us to arrange a private chef and grocery delivery which was well priced and delicious. The neighborhood is lovely to stroll around or jog in and has lots or trees and flowers. The town is a short and easy walk. We would definitely come here again.

This house was perfect for our group. Location and amenities couldn’t have been better. Mercedes and her crew were great to work this. Can’t wait to come back!!

This house was one of my favourite places I have rented. It was right on the ocean, lots of room for my family and fully stocked. If we needed anything or help with something we got it right away. Communication was great and the house was really nice. Thank you to Mercedes and Melina for everything, We will for sure be back! Definitely recommend the chef service as well:)

This home is simply stunning. The views, the location, the accommodations, the responsiveness of the host. Truly a 5 star stay!

Went for a golf bachelor trip. The house and home were spot on. Platacar is tucked away a bit in a closed  community, but the beach walk to town only takes 10-12 minutes. Home was spacious, pool area was comfortable, everything was what we wanted and expected. I would definitely stay at this house again.  Thanks Mercedes!

Joya del Mar is aptly named. This is a beautiful property and while the photos are incredible, they don't do the house justice. Our group of seven stayed for a week and having four large bedrooms, each with their own bathroom, was great. We barely used the living room, spending most of our time on the wonderful patio, in the pool, and on the beach. Many long walks along the beach and as others have noted, swimming in the ocean right in front of Joya del Mar isn't the best idea given the rocks in the surf, but a hundred yards towards town and you're good. Mercedes was incredibly responsive and she and her team were on top of everything. I can't say enough good things about her or about Joya del Mar.

A really amazing house right on the beach in a nice quiet stretch of beach, only a 10 min walk to the edge of town and 10 mins to the wider beaches of playacar fase 2. The house's 4 bedroom/bathroom en suite layout plus big kitchen, living room, patio, and pool were great for our group so we could cook, dine, play games, sun bathe, and float on the pool together. Or still eat outside when it rained like crazy for 4 hrs straight. Area felt safe and was great for morning walks, runs, walking back after dinner (we never taxi'd once, but shuttles did pick up/drop off at the house with no problem). Beds were comfortable. Plenty of dishes, kitchen stuff, some oils, spices, towels etc provided - everything you need. Dishwasher stuff, , detergent, laundry is provided even though it's not listed. Wifi was reliable, but not particularly fast/strong, especially in certain parts of the house, so hopefully that could be strengthened in the future. There was an ant parade we found upon arrival but there was Raid and also someone came pretty quick to deal with it more permanently. The kitchen was also not as clean as it should have been, but other areas were good. Our host was very responsive and helpful and we all had a great time.

Beautiful house in a perfect location. Directly on the beach and a pool as well! 4 large bedrooms, less than a 15 min walk to 5th Avenue shops and restaurants. The management company (Mercedes) is very responsive and helpful. The house does have problems, but I think not specific to the house but the Playacar development. The internet via WiFi is extremely unreliable. Access to the internet will come and go all day long and almost unusable for most of the day if multiple people are using WiFi. Works great midnight-2am. Cellular signal to the house is 3G and extremely slow. Do not plan to work while at the house, unplug and unwind, you’ll not be disappointed if you just assume terrible access to the internet. We were able to do at-home Covid tests with video link but everyone else had to turn off WiFi on their phones to allow it to work on one laptop. Electricity is also unpredictable. We did not have power outages but at times (esp evenings) the electricity drops and the ovens will not heat fully. Be careful planning to cook in the evenings, try to plan ahead, we had to cancel an in home chef and he knew of the troubles. According to him, he could have come before 4pm and the ovens would be fine. The cleaning service is great, the pool is kept very clean, the air conditioners work very well. And again, Mercedes is fantastic and extremely helpful. We would definitely stay again.

If you want to be ON the beach, this location can’t be beat. Just steps to the sand and an easy walk to town as well. This house was perfect for traveling with family as each room has an en-suite bath so everyone has their privacy. We also appreciated the large living room, patio, and that the house was well-equipped with everything we needed in the kitchen. Best of all was the quick communication before and throughout our stay. If we needed anything replenished or repaired, the host was quick to send someone promptly. A+ service. The private chef recommendation was also very enjoyable! Would love to return and absolutely recommend this house to others!

We had an amazing week here. The place is gorgeous with a nice pool right next to a beautiful beach. Beautiful sunrises, the sound of waves...could not ask for more. The location is in a very nice section of Playa del Carmen. It's a short walk to town and the ferry to Cozumel. We would walk into town and taxi back after dinner...and a few Margaritas, ten bucks. So easy. Mercedes was super responsive to any questions we had. Check-in was a breeze too. We had a chirping smoke detector and they fixed it pronto...on a Sunday morning! Very impressed by that. We will definitely be back.

Lovely stay at this beach house.  The location is perfect-maybe a 10-15 minute walk via the beach or roads to town. The neighborhood felt very safe and was very clean. The beach in front of the house does not get very busy and the level of the patio is such that you don't see anyone sitting down on the beach below.  There are patches of rocks in the water, so water shoes can be helpful depending on how agile you are.  We spent most of our time rotating between the ocean, pool and lounge chairs on the patio.  The house itself was very clean and had everything that we needed.  Mercedes and Melina were great about answering questions and recommending services to us.  We used the recommended chef service (Chef Gabriella and Jose through Chef Daveed) and were very happy with the experience.  One of our most relaxing vacations in years!

This house is fantastic. Beach feels like it’s part of the hole, the pool is great, bedrooms are spacious. Look no more this house is perfect and makes you feel very relaxed. Communication was great thanks to Mercedes.

The house is beautiful and well located. The process of checking and communication was smooth and very friendly. We had an amazing time.

Great house! Service was excellent. Highly recommended.

4BR Villa