Floor-to-ceiling glass frames Caribbean views from this two-story beachfront penthouse. The 4-bedroom Cancun retreat sleeps 12 and opens to spacious ocean-facing terraces at Oleo Cancun Playa.
The Space
Located directly on the beach in Cancun’s famed Hotel Zone, Penthouse #3701 faces the Caribbean and features floor-to-ceiling glass designed to maximize the ocean views.
Property Details
- Manager: Tim and Megan Miller
- Penthouse: #3701
- Location: Beachfront, seventh and eighth floors
- Layout: Two-story corner unit
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3.5
- Size: Approximately 2,750 square feet, including terraces
- Resort: Oleo Cancun Playa
- Address: Blvd. Kukulcan Kilometer 19.5, Zona Hotelera, Q-Roo, Cancun, Mexico 77500
Penthouse #3701 is one of only four units on the penthouse level, with one unit positioned at each corner of the North Tower. The primary views overlook the ocean, with additional views of the lagoon.
Main Level
The lower level includes:
- Living room
- Dining room
- Kitchen
- Powder room
- Large terrace
- Laundry room
- Bedroom 4 with a queen bed and private bathroom
Upper Level
The upper level features three additional bedrooms:
- Primary bedroom with a king bed and private bathroom
- Bedroom 2 with two queen beds
- Bedroom 3 with one queen bed
- Hall bathroom serving Bedrooms 2 and 3
Two ocean-facing bedrooms offer direct outdoor access. The living and dining areas also open onto the terrace.
About Cancun
Tim and his brother discovered Cancun in 2004 after previously owning beachfront vacation rentals in Cocoa Beach, Florida. Impressed by Cancun’s beauty, they sold their Florida properties and purchased their first home in Cancun.
The Cancun Hotel Zone is an island shaped like the number seven. Freshwater and lush mangroves surround the lagoon on one side, while the Caribbean’s turquoise waters stretch along the other. The freshwater and saltwater meet at only two narrow points: one at the southern end of the island near the airport and another at the northern end as you enter El Centro.
The area is known for its beautiful scenery and welcoming local community.
Resort and Location
Oleo Cancun Playa is a full-service resort located directly on the beach in the famed Cancun Hotel Zone.
Resort amenities and services include:
- Beach
- Swimming pool
- Sun deck
- Lounge chairs and umbrellas
- Hot tub
- Gym
- Spa
- Tennis court
- Photo studio
- Tour center
- Five restaurants
- Two bars, including a pool bar
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Relaxation pool
- Massage and nail services
- Full-time staff
- Gated security and 24-hour security
- 24-hour lobby
Restaurants, shops, and a convenience store are located across the street. The surrounding area is well lit, safe, and relatively quiet, while major nightclubs and additional dining options are only minutes away.
Buses operate 24 hours a day throughout the Hotel Zone.
Reviews and Hosting Experience
- Listed with Vrbo since 2004
- Vrbo Premier Host
- Google rating: 4.8 out of 5
- Nearly 300 Google reviews
All-Inclusive Option
The resort’s all-inclusive package is optional and can be selected separately for each day of your stay. Payment is made at the lobby front desk.
The package includes unlimited food and beverages from 9:00 a.m. until midnight, with access to four restaurants and both bars. One resort restaurant is excluded from the all-inclusive package.
Current pricing is:
- $90 per person per day
- Children 11 and under receive 50% off
- Children 2 and under dine free
- A 30% surcharge applies during the Christmas and New Year’s weeks
Resort pricing is subject to change without notice.
The non-inclusive restaurant offers toasted subs, wraps, pizza, desserts, coffees, and espressos, with payment made per item.
Guest Access
Guests have unrestricted access to the resort’s communal areas, including:
- Pool
- Beach
- Lounge chairs
- Umbrellas
- Sun deck
- Other shared resort facilities
On days when you do not choose the all-inclusive option, you may use the cooler provided inside the condo for drinks and snacks. The cooler is approximately the size of a carry-on bag, making it easy to take to the pool or beach. It can also serve as a convenient side table.
Guest Services and Benefits
Dedicated Management
Tim and Megan manage the property full time and are dedicated to serving guests.
Abdiel is the full-time on-site manager in Cancun. He is available at the resort Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Guests also receive prompt email responses outside those hours.
In-Home Mexican Cooking
Local cooks can prepare an authentic Mexican meal in the condo. The service is offered to guests at cost and includes grocery shopping and meal preparation.
- Service fee: $10 per person
- Minimum charge: $80
- Groceries are charged separately, with a receipt provided
- Meals are served buffet style
- Payment is made in cash at the time of service
The menu and booking link are included in the welcome information.
Tours and Excursions
With more than two decades of experience in Cancun, the hosts provide recommendations for activities and excursions.
One recommended private snorkeling excursion is operated by Mike, a longtime local contact whose family has generations of fishing experience in the area.
The excursion costs $90 per person, with a $540 minimum, and includes:
- Five- to six-hour excursion
- Round-trip transportation to the port
- Two-hour golf cart rental on Isla Mujeres
- Snorkeling at premier sites
- Access to a protected snorkeling area, including the required additional fee
- Large meal at the end of the excursion
- Private service for your group
VIP Nightclub Access
A VIP nightclub pass is available for $150 and includes:
- VIP access
- No waiting in line
- VIP table
- Club cover charge
- Drinks
- Transportation to the clubs
The pass is valid from 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
Airport Transfers and Grocery Stop
A trusted private transfer company is recommended for airport transportation.
- Round-trip transfer: $125 per vehicle
- Capacity: Up to 10 people per vehicle
- Grocery-store stop: An additional $40
The resort is approximately a 12- to 15-minute drive from the airport.
If you arrive before check-in, the team can bring your luggage and groceries to the condo and place perishables in the refrigerator. After 5:00 p.m. or on Sundays, guests receive an access code instead.
Baby Equipment
Each unit includes:
- Pack-and-play
- High chair
Additional equipment is available upon request.
Drinking Water
The kitchen’s reverse-osmosis system provides complimentary clean drinking water.
Linens and Towels
The condo includes:
- Polyester-cotton blend sheets with a 575-thread count
- Large 30-by-53-inch, 100% cotton bath towels
- Eight large commercial-grade beach towels
Private Wi-Fi
The condo provides private Wi-Fi. To connect, scan the QR code on the refrigerator to access the network and password.
Charging Ports
Every bedroom and the living room include a charging station with:
- Three electrical outlets
- Three USB ports
Guest Communication
A Cancun Group Chat email thread connects guests with the management team. Guests are encouraged to add other members of their group so everyone can stay informed and share questions or answers.
On-Site Photography
Sandra operates a photography studio near the resort pool. She offers professional vacation photography at reasonable prices.
Her contact information is included in the welcome and information package.
Celebrations
Birthday and special-event decorations can be ordered online, including:
- Balloon arches
- Balloons emerging from a champagne-bottle arrangement
- Other decorative arrangements
- Choice of colors
- Several celebration themes
Tres Leches Cake
A local bakery selected by Megan provides the recommended tres leches cake. Orders can be placed online through the property website.
Information Package
The online information package includes details for your stay, along with restaurant, excursion, and tour recommendations. It is searchable using artificial intelligence, allowing you to enter what you are looking for and quickly find relevant information.
Transportation and Parking
Renting a car is generally unnecessary in Cancun, and parking can be difficult when leaving the resort. The resort has a small free parking lot. If it is full, resort staff will arrange another parking location on the property.
Most visitors use Cancun’s bus system instead. Buses operate continuously throughout the Hotel Zone, and the fare is $1 per person. Taxis are also readily available.
Additional Resort Information
Oleo Cancun Playa publishes a weekly activity brochure for guests. Programming often includes live entertainment near the bar and water yoga.
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What guests are saying
5
Ruth
4 years ago
This place was absolutely beautiful! The views and outdoor space are even better in person. Big enough for our group of 9. Would recommend this for anyone looking to relax and take in all Cancun has to offer.
5
Terrell
4 years ago
Amazing place, wonderful communication, definitely coming back
5
Sierra
5 years ago
5 stars all across the board! The staff was so nice. Abdiel made the trip. He went above and beyond so i can have a cake for my mother’s 59 birthday. Only thing, you can’t eat at the hotel restaurants or bars, without buying an all you can eat band. Hands down my best Airbnb experience. Thanks for sharing your home Tim.
4
Marina
5 years ago
Nice view , great location. Restaurants nearby and an Oxxo store that gets in trouble. We only had one problem that we guided with the location of the app and it is not correct.
5
Lorena
5 years ago
The view of the condo is amazing, you have access to the resort pool and jacuzzi and of course the beach. The apartment is fully equipped, there is a coffee maker, toaster, microwave, microwave, kitchen utensils, cooking utensils and earthenware. You have all the comforts of a house, there is a washer and dryer, refrigerator, TV, internet, among other things. During my stay we were 5 people, we slept very well, the apartment is spacious, at night we went out to the terrace and the weather was delicious. The rooms are spacious and the resort is perfect if you prefer tranquility as it is not very big and you can easily access the facilities. There are two restaurants right in front of the hotel and an oxxo to buy everything you need. Inside the hotel there are also restaurants, snack bar, bar and sushi bar but it is only for hotel guests, as one goes as a guest of the condominium you do not have access to that unless you pay for a "Day Pass" with which you can take advantage of everything mentioned, in my case it was 80 dollars a day.
4
Pame
5 years ago
Condo has amazing views and balcony. Tim is great communicating and providing tips for his guests and working to make them feel comfortable. I did not get to meet Abdiel but he seemed responsive through emails. From other Cancun experiences condo and resort need some updates for the price range. The overall property seems dated and still slowly working to fix some post hurricane damage. Resort staff wont pay any attention to you or even sell a bottle of water since you are not considered a resort guest unless you buy the all inclusive band. Tim does mention the bands though in his ads so we were aware just were surprised a bit by stagg responses.
5
Andy
5 years ago
Amazing views! Would definitely stay again
3
Sandra J
5 years ago
Again, I would like to mention that Tim was very responsive to emails and phone questions. The resort had MAJOR damage from the hurricane Delta that he only casually mentioned. After a brief conversation, he mentioned one of the pools had to be drained but would be functional by arrival. He also mentioned we would have a beach. Well, he neglected to mention there was NO SPA (we had spa appts booked), NO GYM, NO POOL BAR, NO BEACH CHAIRS, NO RESTAURANTS, NO STAFF, NO LOBBY/HALL LIGHTS AT NIGHT. The pool that had to be drained was only half full once we arrived. The hotel manager was in plain clothing failing to properly identify himself as we expressed our concerns. Although Tim eventually accommodating with our request to leave, that topic of discussion was a bit rocky. He offered to refund our money "and we could go elsewhere" but neglected to mention there would be a 20% reduction from the full price. After a bit more of soft arguing Tim refunded our money and Airbnb refunded the remaining monies. Tim was also kind enough to let us stay the 1st night free of charge and comped us dinner considering we had planned on the in-home chef. There was a bit of toggling back and forth but eventually the matter was solved. Now, WE WERE THE ONLY GUESTS in the entire hotel/condo property. The hotel sustained significant damage but unit 3704 was great. We were definitely pleased with the unit itself and the home cooked meal was delicious! The view from 3704 had the ocean and bay visible which also was wonderful. In the future, would I stay here again maybe for 1 night. The pool just isn't big enough for me and I would like to be closer to downtown. The beach area is very small but less crowded.
5
Renee
6 years ago
You will not be disappointed in any of Tim's properties. Everything described is exactly as stated. The penthouse condo we stayed in comfortably fit five women, providing plenty of space for all of us to spread out. All of our questions and concerns were answered and addressed super quickly by the on-site property managers, Abdiel and Elena--they were lovely and so easy to work with; and equally with Tim and Megan, the property owners. The service provided by not only the property managers and owners but also the Oleo Playa Resort was also outstanding. I highly recommend using Tim's suggestions for an in-house dinner preparation as well as several amenities and services offered. We have all agreed to come back at some point whether together or with our families; and we have already recommended Tim's properties to our other friends and family.
5
Cecy
6 years ago
The views from the apartment are amazing, the balcony is an excellent place to spend the afternoon. The bedrooms are comfortable and the kitchen has everything you need for cooking. We had an issue with the bathroom and it was taken care of by the manager on time. Overall it went very well for us.
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