We stayed at the Grand Coco Bay all inclusive resort. Some books listed it as a 5 star and others as a 3.5. The food was good although there was only 2 al la cartes. There was a public marina directly in front of the resort.

The main tourist area in Playa del Carmen is 5th Ave. After dark it seems like everyone pours onto 5th avenue - tourists and locals alike. ... (more)