Playa del Carmen is for relaxing while having fun; but beyond that the island of Cozumel is a quick ferry ride away. The Mayan ruins of Tulum, Xel-Ha (a nautural aquarium), Xcaret (a famous ecological park) and others are easy excursions form here.

Situated directly on Playa del Carmen’s famous Fifth Avenue pedestrian walkway, Pension San Juan is an excellent choice for those looking for reasonably priced accommodations, in a location close to many of the attractions and sites of interest that Playa and the area have to offer. We invite you to stay with us, and experience our friendly service, in an authentic Mexican atmosphere.

Playa del Carmen is 45 minutes south of Cancun in the midst of the area referred to as the 'Mayan Riviera'. This is a centrally located spot for those interested in world class snorkeling, reef and cave-diving, ruin-hopping, fishing, birdwatching or golfing.

There is also an hourly ferry to the nearby island of Cozumel for those interested in daytripping (hint: mopeds can be rented on the island). Xcaret, a family eco-park, is just down the road from here for snorkeling, swimming with dolphins or horseback riding on the beach.

45 minutes south of Playa, near the archaelogical site of Tulum, is the secluded vacation hotspot, Akumal - 'Place of the Turtles'. Just next door is Xel Ha, an eco-aquarium park. North of there is the resort community of Puerto Aventuras and a dive center.

North of Playa del Carmen is the quiet community of Puerto Morelos which also should not be overlooked as a possible vacation destination. There is also an automobile ferry to Cozumel from there.

This area, from Cancun south to Tulum, is also known as the 'Tourist Corridor'. It is commonly reached by plane to Cancun and rental car or bus from there.