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Gay Playa Del Carmen Guide


Gay Playa del Carmen lies at the heart of the Mayan Riviera with more than kilometres of sandy shoreline on the Mexican Caribbean.

Playcar beach in Playa Del Carmen

Visitors looking for a different Mexican experience have flicked to Playa Del Carmen as a sophisticated alternative to uber gay Puerto Vallarta or bustling Cancun.

This is our insider instruction to Gay Playa del Carmen’s best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to see and do!

Where to stay in Gay Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen has some great Adult only resorts with beautiful pools and personal beaches. The town centre has seen a fresh wave of new designer hotels and boutique offerings.

Avoid the All inclusive hotels if you want to remain close to the gay nightlife of Playa del Carmen. You will find some charming boutique hotels and guest houses right in the centre of Playa by the beach. Alternatively, split our trip and spend some time in one of nearby Cancun’s gay-friendly all inclusive resorts and then head to Playa for some authentic action.

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Gay Playa del Carmen is a prominent Mexican tourist attraction on the Yucatán Peninsula’s Riviera Maya length of the Caribbean shoreline. This jewel on the Caribbean coast is one of Mexico’s most magnificent, peppy, colorful, and active locales.

Compared to other beach towns where sunbathing is the only thing to do, Playa del Carmen packs a big punch for entertainment and activities – and even better is reputed for its openness to male lover and lesbian visitors. 

Playa del Carmen is growing increasingly famous among gay men as an classy alternative to Puerto Vallarta’s high-intensity queer scene or the masses of visitors in Cancun. Although it is only reachable by boat from Cozumel for one hour, the settlement was formerly considered a cease along the trip back to Cancun. Consequently, it has evolved into a viable destination in its own right, with enough

Gay Playa Del Carmen keeps us coming back for more, we’ve visited multiple times and have simply fallen in love with this beautiful, gay amiable coastal town. When it comes to gay destinations in Mexico, it is one of our favorite.

On first impressions, we were very impressed. Stunning beaches, the crystal-clear water you would expect from the Caribbean, an abundance of restaurants, and what looked to be plenty of nightlife options stretching along the main street of 5th Avenue. We loved it straight away, and knew we were going to have a wonderful time.

But what about gay Playa del Carmen? With so much on propose for your general holidaymakers, did Playa del Carmen have anything to provide LGBTQ+ travellers in Mexico?

Whilst researching ‘gay Playa del Carmen’ it seemed that there wasn’t really anything LGBTQ+ specific available….

However, we quickly realised that the reason for this was that Playa del Carmen is such a homosexual friendly and welcoming place to all tourists, and as a result, everything from bars to beaches is integrated.

Just like in Canc

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Where to Eat and Drink


Playa del Carmen’s food scene is just as diverse as its nightlife, offering everything from authentic Mexican cuisine to top-notch Italian dishes. Craving a romantic dinner, a lively cantina with killer cocktails, or a casual brunch spot to cure your hangover? We’ve done the research so you don’t have to. Here are our superior picks for where to eat and drink in Gay Playa del Carmen!

Choux Choux Best for Brunch & Coffee.A favorite among locals and digital nomads, Choux Chouxis the perfect spot for a slow morning with a great cup of coffee. This charming café serves up delicious homemade pastries, fresh juices, and hearty breakfast plates in a cozy, artsy setting. Whether you're in the mood for an avocado toast, eggs benedict, or a smoothie bowl, you’ll quit satisfied and ready for a day of adventure.


La Cueva del Chango Best for Chilaquiles in a Jungle Setting.For an authentic Mexican breakfast or lunch, La Cueva del Changois a must. Place in a lush, jungle-li