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Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates

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Las Olas Condominium - the perfect location to experience Playa Del Carmen.
A multi-story building with balconies, staircases, and a courtyard.
An aerial view of a coastal area with buildings, including "Las Olas" and "The Reef 28".
A living room with a grey sofa, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a wooden door.
Ceiling Fans plus air conditioning in every room.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Quinta Avenida
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Playa Del Carmen, QRO
  • Place, Quinta Avenida
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa del Carmen Main Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mamitas Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates

Our Condo Buena Vida at Las Olas is in the perfect location for a vacation get-a-way; set between Playa del Carmen’s most famous beach and vibrant international sidewalk scene. A mere half block from Las Olas, Playa’s Fifth Avenue pedestrian promenade beckons with relaxed cafes and gourmet restaurants, exclusive lounges, and al fresco bars, intriguing boutiques and local purveyors of all types and variety. It is also only 200 meters from the Caribbean beach. Relax at Mamitas Beach Club or Kool's Club - the most popular and hip beaches in Playa del Carmen. Swim in the beautiful warm Caribbean water and enjoy the view. If a swimming pool is more to your liking, guests of Las Olas get a 100 peso discount to rent a lounge and umbrella for the day and use of the pool at Kool's Beach Club. Even better, the fee goes toward your food and drinks! When you tire of the sun, your Las Olas home is only a few minutes away. Our guests also get a discount to spend the day at Mamitas Beach club. Pool, sand and the Caribbean - the perfect combination.
A further, more private option is to visit the roof-top pool and spa next door at The Reef Hotel. For 300 pesos, you have access to everything including infinity pool, towels, showers, hot tubs, gym and restaurant, and the cost goes toward food and beverage. The view is spectacular!
Condo Buena Vida has 1150 square feet of living space with unusually high 12 foot ceilings. Our condo is spacious and a rare find in Playa del Carmen. Tile floor extends onto the private outdoor terrace where one can dine and relax in the fresh breeze from the ocean. It is fully furnished with two spacious air-conditioned bedrooms each with King Beds, recently upgraded full bathrooms and walk-in tiled showers. You will also find a fully equipped chef's kitchen with granite counter tops, a separate laundry room, original paintings and many other fine details to provide quality and international style. Even the terrace is furnished for outdoor comfort and dining. Condo Buena Vida is safe and secure on the second floor of Las Olas with a full time security guard and a property manager to look after all your needs.
Playa Del Carmen is a vibrant growing community. This is your chance to stay in a fully equipped condo close to the beach and all the amenities in a prime location. Blessed with perennially sunny skies and a mild climate, Playa prides itself on a relaxing open-air, pedestrian lifestyle. It’s a place to recharge your batteries, find your adventurous side or spend an afternoon happily exploring the finer points of doing absolutely nothing at all. Playa provides a vibrant variety of natural and multicultural experiences any time of year. When the sun rises over the sparkling turquoise waters of the Caribbean it all comes to life. First-rate golf, esteemed spas, fine outdoors dining and an internationally acclaimed nightlife – the options of experiencing Playa Del Carmen are truly limitless.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Safe neighborhood . Security guard at night.
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Events

No events allowed
No parties. Las Olas condos are privately owned.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is welcome on the terrace. Use ashtray.
Shut off the a/c upon leaving a room. Do not run the A/C with the veranda sliding door open or when leaving the condo.
No loud music after 11:00 PM.
No gatherings of more than two visitors in addition to the number of overnight guests.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 473293vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties. Las Olas condos are privately owned.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Playa del Carmen

Located in Downtown Playa del Carmen, a neighbourhood in Playa del Carmen, this condo is near theme parks and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach, while Xplor Theme Park and Xcaret Eco Theme Park are popular area attractions. Xaman Ha Aviary and Temazcal Natura are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and hiking.
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Playa Del Carmen, QRO

What's nearby

  • Quinta Avenida - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mamitas Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Central Square - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kampai - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Amorino - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪TieRra Cocina Creativa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Micaela's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates ?

As of 3 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates on 7 October 2026 start from NZ$650, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates located?

Located in Downtown Playa del Carmen, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Quinta Avenida, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach. Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal and Playacar Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location, very entertaining. Close to beach, 5th Avenue and grocery shopping. Very well equipped kitchen. Spent a lot of evenings bbq’ing and eating on the spacious balcony. Thank you Ross & Lori.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice apartment in a good area. Close to the beach and to grocery stores, restaurants, and other amenities.Communication was good with the host, Ross. Very friendly & welcoming. No negatives that I can think of.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mona N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Playa Del Carmen

Just lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
Thanks Mona for the 5 stars. You left the condo in very good shape. Please come back and stay again. Repeat guests get 10% off the posted rate. Ross & Lori
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Condo and location

The condo, I highly recommend not only was the condo perfect and clean with a great location and distance from the beach, but the owners are really great, communicative offered lots of info about the area, with recommendations for food and things to do. I will absolutely stay with them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 December 2023
Thank you for your review Robin. You are both welcome back any time and with discount as a repeat guest. Have a great holiday season! Ross & Lori
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheree W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Playa Location.

This was an excellent condo! Could not have been more centrally located, beautifully appointed and comfortable. Owners were very communicative, the property manager was readily available, and we had a beautiful and relaxing week. Will definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2023
Thank you Sheree for a great review. You are welcome to return any time and enjoy our return guest discount. Ross & Lori
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

patricia v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Downtown Playa

We had a great time in the property and we appreciated the beach toys/ chairs, etcI would suggest some beach towels and more wash clothes. ( there was only one in our bathroom)Overall we liked the downtown area, felt safe. The beach was very close!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful space Great for me and my kids! Literally steps away from the beach! A lovely hammock to relax in after a long day at Mamitas. A lot of construction work happening as PDC keeps growing. But it didn’t bother us. The Reef 28 is literally across the street, rooftop access to the pool and bar (for a small access fee) but worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Thanks for your great review Erica, and mentioning the rooftop spa and pools next door. Come back any time and receive a return guest discount. Ross & Lori
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and price

Drawer in kitchen was already broken and grill was left dirty just an FYI
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2022
Thanks for the "heads-up" Jenifer.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Norman B.

Wonderful Condo Fantastic Service and Great Location

Everything about our visit was better than expected. The Condo is safe and secure and in a great location near everything. Easy walking to Beach, Scuba shop and some of the best restaurants we have ever dined at. The Goodwin's have this well thought out and they have a great support team. We have stayed many many places in Playa over the past 20 years and this is by far the BEST.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Wow! We can't get better than the BEST! And coming from veteran Playa Del Carmen visitors like yourselves gives it credence. Thank you Norman for a great review. You are welcome back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerri P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

This is a great listing. Clean. Great location. It made the visit very easy. Refrigerator gets too cold. Also, there isn't a pool or gym onsight. However, you can purchase a day pass at the beach club at a very affordable rate. And there is a free outdoor gym less than a 5 minute walk away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thanks for the 5 stars Kerri. The thermostat in the refrigerator could be turned down if too cold. Thanks for mentioning the free gym and Sprots complex just up the street on 10th Ave. There is also a rooftop spa and gym with swimming pools across the road in the Reef 28 hotel where you can spend the afternoon if you purchase food and beverage. Come back any time and we'll discount the posted rate as a repeat guest. Best regards - Ross & Lori
Archival

8/10 Good

Anne L.

Great location

My family and I had a wonderful time staying at Las Olas. The condo had everything we needed and was very comfortable for the four of us. The balcony was a great place to relax and people watch. We loved being so close to everything - less than a 5 minute walk to both the beach and to 5th avenue. There was a bit of noise late into the evening from the restaurants next door, but it did not bother us too much. Overall, we had a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thank you Anne for your kind words. We are lucky to have a property in the perfect spot to enjoy all the amenities of Playa Del Carmen. You are welcome to return as repeat guest with a 10% discount on the posted rate any time in the future. Saludos, Ross Goodwin
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Las Olas

Great location....short walk to the beach and 1 block from 5th Ave. Very clean and roomy. Mary was an amazing housekeeper! Trevor was very prompt with contacting us back with answer about any concerns. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Too noisy for us. Everything else good

Too noisy for us. Everything else good
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bobby K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Central to everything

A great condo in the middle of everything. Very easy access to Mamitas and Kool Beach clubs. 5th Avenue is your playground. I recommend booking tours through the little booth next to La Bodeguita del Medio. Great people and great value.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2022
Glad you enjoyed your visit Bobby and thanks for the advice on tours and also for the referral to other family members :) Come back any time and receive a discount as a return guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic vacation spot

Everything was wonderful during our two week stay at Las Olas! Ir is very close to two bars with loud music, but the bedrooms were reasonably quiet for sleep. We love to "people watch", so the balcony views entertained us.. whenever we felt like a diversion from the TV, etc. Close to the beach and about two blocks from Chedraui Super store! Thank you so much for an incredible stay! ..we hated to leave..
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2024
Thank you, Heather, for your review. Yes, Playa is a vibrant town and Mexicans love their music. We sound-proofed the master bedroom with hurricane glass years ago to provide a quiet sleep even during celebration times. We would love to have you come back and receive a 10% discount as a return guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Norman B.

Another amazing visit to Las Olas

We had such a great visit in 2017 that we booked another wonderful 2 weeks in 2018. Location and amenities are top notch. Washer & Dryer make all the difference. We packed so much less this trip. Easy walking to dozens of fabulous restaurants, scuba diving and the beach. Your still the BEST!
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thank you Norm and Nancy. Having everything one would desire for their vacation at the condo is something we aim for. Very happy you enjoyed yourselves. Return guests are our goal! Hope to see you in 2019!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great condo between Mamitas Beach and La Quinta!

Hard to beat the location in Little Italy. The condo is well laid out and well provisioned. We spent a great amount of time on the deck watching the parade of people to and from the beach. It was much fun. Plenty of restaurants and bars in the immediate area. It’s full of life. Especially want to thank Ross for being such a gracious host. Highly Recommend this rental.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thank you David for your review. We are pleased you and your group had a great time. Yes, it's fun watching the activity on the road to the beach from your own private balcony. Give me a call when you want to return. Ross & Lori
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Emilie P.

Great location, very comfortable place to stay!

This location is perfect! We walked to the Mega and did some shopping and cooked several meals there. We loved sitting on the patio. One day, 2 parrots landed on a line across the street while we were having breakfast! If you like healthy food, there are dozens of great restaurants within walking distance. Condo has lots of open space for - perfect for doing yoga or stretching. I would recommend this to anyone. Safe, convenient location, very nice owner who is very easy to reach by email.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write this review Emilie. Very happy you enjoyed your stay at our condo. Yes, the second level patio is a favorite with guests. A great place to hang out and watch the activities on the road to Mamitas Beach. The Mega Store is a great place to purchase your own food to cook. We try to keep our Kitchen fully equipped and recently added a barbecue on the patio. We would love to have you return one day with a 10 % return guest discount.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sherri G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

November 14-22, 2023

We had a wonderful time! The location is great! The well-equipped condo is minutes from a beautiful beach and 5th Avenue. There is an excellent grocery store nearby, as well as many restaurants and live entertainment options. We especially enjoyed the spacious balcony and having access to beach chairs and an umbrella. There was good communication with the host and the property manager. The area around the condo felt very safe. It was an easy walk to the ADO bus terminal that has a direct bus to the airport (for 250 pesos). A great experience overall!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 November 2023
Thank you Sherri for choosing our vacation home and for sharing your experience with other travelers. We strive to make our guests feel welcome and comfortable, and to provide them with everything they need for a relaxing and memorable vacation. We hope to see you again and to offer you an even better stay next time. You are always welcome to our condo in Las Olas! Ross & Lori
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

Everything about this place was awesome. Location? Awesome - 1 block from 5th ave shops & restaurants Condo? Awesome - only 2 of us stayed but easily could have accommodated 4. Terrace that was perfect for people watching. Furnishings were super comfortable Check-in process? Awesome - door code worked without issue. Property manager called on the second day to make sure we settled in ok. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and definitely recommend this rental for anyone traveling to Playa del Carmen!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2022
Thanks Patricia. Very pleased you enjoyed your stay at our condo. If you wish to visit again, you would be very welcome and receive a 10% discount as one of our return guests.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Deen R.

Great Accomodations - Fabulous Location

We stayed there over New Year's Eve and into mid-January. The condo was very nice... clean, roomy and well-laid out... provided us with everything we needed for our month-long stay. Perfectly located about 5 minutes down the street from the beautiful public-access beach, and about 3 minutes from the wonderful restaurants, bars and shops along 5th Ave... perfect for people watching while we had breakfast, lunch or dinner on the roomy balcony, or taking a nice walk along 5th... lots of sound and activity!... Dealing with the property owner (Ross) and the property manager (Trevor) was a pleasure... they responded to our few requests and inquiries in a timely, and satisfactory, fashion. We enjoyed it so much, we booked for next year, for a longer period.
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thank you Mike for the great review! Many potential guests ask what else will be needed or how much more their trip will cost. As you say, our condo is fully equipped and updated on a regular basis. There should be no additional costs other than for food and drink. We look forward to hosting you and your wife again next year. Repeat guests are always a sign that we are doing something right.
Archival

8/10 Good

Mike C.

Great time in PDC

I stayed at this condo from Jan 17 - Feb 9. It was what out a doubt in the best location in Playa. It was at the top of the street that leads directly to Mamitas beach. The walk to the beach was about 150 yards. Anyone who wanted to go to the beach had to walk directly by the condo. It was great people watching. You were also about a block from 5th Avenue which is where everything happens. The condo it self was nice. It could use a bit of upgrading in a few areas as somethings in the condo seemed a bit dated. I talked to Ross why I was there and he said they were going to be upgrading things soon. If that's the case this would be one of the best deals in Playa. I would definitely have no problem renting this condo again.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thank you Mike for your review stating that Las Olas is in the perfect location for visiting Playa Del Carmen, and you are right in saying that our condo is one of the best deals in Playa. We have plans to further upgrade our Condo Buena Vida this April with the acquisition of new living room furniture. In the last year and a half that we have owned it, we've installed new windows, wooden blinds, ceiling fans, had the doors refinished, repainted the interior, and of course all linens and kitchen items are renewed on a frequent basis. We have purchased beach equipment for our guests use as well as two cell phones so that they can communicate with each other as well as contact our property managers. We very much value our guest’s feedback and act upon their recommendations. I think we are on the right track because our repeat guests are on the increase:) If you wish to come back for another stay Mike, and see the changes we make, we offer a 10% discount off the posted rate for returning guests. Thanks again for your review, Ross
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

YOKO T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and property

If you are looking for a rental for 2 couples or a family, this is a perfect property. Pros: close proximity to beach Very close to 5th Avenue restaurants and stores Nicely decorated Washer/dryer Beach chairs and umbrellas!!! Good WiFi 2 en suite bathrooms Next to taxi stand if you need a ride Cons: Loud music due to proximity of 5th Ave if you are a light sleeper, or pack ear plugs. No toiletries so pack accordingly (there is a large market a few blocks down on 34th & 10thAve that has anything you would need) No elevator to second floor so be aware if you have issues with steps No pool or sun deck -You will need to pay to use other pool areas close by Low water pressure in one bathroom shower (the other shower was fine) Overall I would rent here again if staying in Playa Del Carmen. Ross let us arrive at condo early since no one was staying prior to our arrival. He immediately communicated with us and everything was extremely easy. Trevor stopped by and checked in as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2023
Thank you Yoko for your review. I have addressed the lack of toiletries with our property manager. I apologize for this. The poor water pressure on one of the shower heads is a common problem in Mexico as the water contains calcium. Regular maintenance should take care of this problem and again I'm sorry for the low pressure. We do provide ear plugs for those who are light sleepers. The fact that there are no elevators to the second floor is plain to see or read about on our description. Not sure what you mean by no sundeck when there is a deck the entire length of the condo overlooking Mamitas Beach Road, complete with hammock, BBQ and table and chairs. Overall, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and are welcome to come again with a return guest discount.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gwen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and very helpful property manager

We certainly enjoyed our stay but would have appreciated being made aware of the late night music from down the street. We also experienced some maintenance issues. One of them was corrected while we were there: leaky sink and toilet in the guest bath and a problem with fans and light in living areas was partially corrected but the remote for the sofa area was not fixed while we were there so lighting and fan there did not work at all One other problem was the toilet in the master bath..a horribly loud noise when flushing. I.reported this and work was done but did not get it corrected. It was so bad that I chose not to flush at night so as not to disturb my husband and other guests in the building Gwen McKinney
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Our condo in Playa del Carmen is in the best location to enjoy both the beach and 5th Avenue, without having to rent a car or take a taxi. No matter where you stay in Playa, you will experience a vibrant sidewalk scene. I'm told by our property manager that the maintenance issues you mention were all addressed. The one fan out of four needed a part which had to be ordered. We hope that the air-conditioning in every room was sufficient. The water pressure in the building was increased and the noise of the toilet tank filling was louder than normal. This also has been addressed. We are continuously upgrading our home in Mexico so as to offer the best experience to our guests. Lori and I are happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marty R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice condo with great location between 5th and the beach

Communication with the owners was easy and they quickly responded. Locating and getting into the unit was easy, and as described. The unit was immaculately clean, which was greatly appreciated. My friend and I liked the location, but the music from the two nightclubs just a few steps from the building was over the top loud, one night until 3 a.m, on other nights they quit about 1:00. Double ear pugs worked fairly well for a good nights sleep. The first bedroom was very lit up by a streetlight, so bring an eye mask, too. The unit’s kitchen had everything needed to cook meals except some oil/spray. I was never able to locate the hair dryer which was listed as present, but no big deal. I used the washer/dryer, and they worked well; I met my husband later for another week, so having the W/D was a nice amenity. The balcony was fun for people watching and enjoying the cool mornings. There are a couple pharmacies and a 7/11 just steps from the building, and they carry all the things you might need or forgot.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 February 2024
Thanks for your review Marty, The music from the small bars a block or more down the street cannot be helped. They are supposed to be quiet after 10:30PM. Several years ago, at great expense, we installed hurricane glass in the master bedroom windows to sound-proof the room for sleep. Playa del Carmen is a vibrant town full of entertainment and Mexicans love their music. Most of the town vacation rentals experience music in the background.

About the host

Hosted by Ross Goodwin

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My wife Lori and I have searched for the perfect place to own in the sun and near the water. We have traveled to Panama, Belize and Ecuador and finally chose this spot on the Mayan Riviera. What attracted us is the very friendly people, inexpensive living, amazing weather and safe neighborhood. The perfect place to escape the Canadian winter.

Why they chose this property

Las Olas means 'The Waves' in Spanish and we named our Condo #207 "Buena Vida" meaning 'The Good Life'! This condominium building is appropriately named, since it is literally steps from the turquoise Caribbean Sea and glorious white sand beaches for which Playa del Carmen is justly famous. Solidly built and with charming exterior design features like the winding tree pillars, these condos combine the best of Mexican design, like colorful tile, with clean, contemporary furnishings to create a harmonious, upscale experience. The condo is continuously being upgraded with Tzalam (Caribbean Walnut) furniture, king size beds, vanities and doors.

What makes this property unique

Location, Location, Location!!
Not only is our condo at Las Olas conveniently located close to the beach, it is also only a few steps from the famous Fifth Avenue. Known by locals as La Quinta Avenida, it's where you can enjoy strolling along the cobblestone pedestrian walkway and find great shopping and an array of fine restaurants and fun bars. It is also only a 10 minute walk to 2 huge Superstores (Mega and Wal-Mart) where you can purchase a huge variety of food and beverages. For all the day to day and evening activities, a car is not necessary.
Many potential guests ask about a pool. Mamitas Beach Club is just a short way down the road and has a very nice swimming pool that can be used by families and children for the inexpensive cost of a lounge chair and umbrella. The Reef Hotel across the road has a fabulous roof-top pool, hot tubs, spa, gym and restaurant that welcomes guests of Las Olas for a small charge which goes toward food and drink. The view is great and the perfect location to get that tan in a more private location!

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