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Mahekal Beach Resort

3.5 of 5
Calle 38, Entre Avenida 5a y Zona Federal Maritima, Playa del Carmen 77710, Mexico (Formerly Shangri-La Caribe)
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Ranked #32 of 195 hotels in Playa del Carmen
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013
MoparMan52 Westphalia, Indiana
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Westphalia, Indiana
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22 reviews 22 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

We recently returned from a 5 night get-a-way to Mahekal Beach Resort in Playa del Carmen. I made last minute reservations late Saturday night for a trip leaving on Monday. It is about an hour drive from the airport to Mahekal but so totally worth the trip. The transfer cost was a little high at $120 for two but I... More

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christchurch
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Mahekal Beach resort, is simply fantastic, From the moment we walked in and were greeted by the friendly and really helpful staff. The room was beyond what we expected, It was more than comfortable. The beach was also well worth the trip, clean sand and water and not over crowded. The bar and restaurant were also very very good, nice... More

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Lindenhurst, Illinois
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71 reviews 71 reviews
22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

We were worried about bringing a toddler and infant to Mexico but new we would enjoy ourselves in the right location. We truly enjoyed the Mahekal beach front room. The whole beach was our 2year old daughter's playground. We were able to stay on our porch and watch her run around and play with other little children on the beach.... More

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Lubbock, Texas
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39 hotel reviews
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66 helpful votes 66 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

We were contemplating an all inclusive but decided on Mahekal and couldn't be happier with the decision. The grounds are so beautiful; it's like walking through a fairy tale. We had reserved ocean front and the room wasn't ready but they told us which one it was and when we walked by, we weren't thrilled with the location as it... More

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Charlottesville VA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013

Frankly, we loved our vacation at Mahekal. It is a unique combination of luxury and living close to the local culture. It is so different, so rich, in comparison to the lux all inclusives. Different, not necessarilly better, as both have their advantages. The distinguishing factor within this resort is the personnel. Give great credit to the workers themselves, as... More

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Houston, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

After countless hours of reading reviews on several hotels from big box over the top luxury hotels to small boutique hotels I finally came to a decision on Mahekal .. And am I glad I did !! I took into consideration to all the negative reviews on this resort from the Mosquitos to the smell of raw sewage & the... More

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Winston Salem, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

This property is amazing! The grounds are meticulously landscaped and a lot of attention goes in to the appearance of the property. I would highly recommend it for anyone. The service is top notch and friendly. We stayed for 6 days in 45B. I would recommend getting a Palapa room. The food is good, you get breakfast and dinner or... More

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Canada
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

Four sisters looking for a great resort to enjoy the beach and have some fun. It was so perfect for us. Our little home was so cute. we were just steps from the beach and the bar and the restaurants. The beach was perfect. The location was also perfect. we could just walk thru town and shop and have some... More

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SocialMahekal, Director de Relaciones Públicas at Mahekal Beach Resort, responded to this review
5 June 2013

Little casitas definitely make you feel at home. Glad to read that our Beach Resort was a good choice for your sisters trip. Happy Hour is a daily Mahékal tradition at Casa Club, thanks for joining. We believe that personal tips always help to plan a better trip. We appreciate your review and hope it's useful to the Trip Advisor... More

nyc
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 hotel reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Came for our 20th anniversary, and it was incredible from start to finish. Terrific and effortless transfer service to and from airport. Every positive thing you have already read is completely accurate- hands-down best stretch of beach, absolutely stunning property and views, and the best service we have encountered in years of traveling. We stayed in 4C, the deluxe ocean... More

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Lancaster, Pennsylvania
2 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

After quite a bit of research, my wife decided on Mahekal Beach and we were not disappointed. A slight misunderstanding on the room location worked itself out and we settled in to enjoy the fantastic beach, great food, awesome service, friendly staff, and comforting security. The breakfast buffet was outstanding! We ate the dinner buffet which was made more enjoyable... More

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  • Happy Hour(29)
  • Ocean view room(23)
  • Very good(22)
  • Fresh fruit(16)
  • Short walk(16)
  • Friendly and helpful(16)
  • Thatched roofs(10)
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Additional Information about Mahekal Beach Resort

Address: Calle 38, Entre Avenida 5a y Zona Federal Maritima, Playa del Carmen 77710, Mexico (Formerly Shangri-La Caribe)
Region: Mexico > Yucatan Peninsula > Quintana Roo > Riviera Maya > Playa del Carmen
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#17 Romantic Hotels in Playa del Carmen
#18 Family Hotels in Playa del Carmen
#25 On the Beach Hotels in Playa del Carmen
Price range (per night): ₹8,962 - ₹16,576
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Mahékal Beach Resort*, is located on 800 feet of white sand beach in the heart of Playa del Carmen. Mahekal’s offers 121 thatched roof, palapa-style bungalows within steps of the famous 5th Avenue. Two outdoor pools; breakfast and dinner or lunch included daily. In keeping with our style, our rooms do not have televisions, telephones or radios, but feature large balconies or patios with hammocks; all rooms are air-conditioned. *A trademark of Paraiso Caribena. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
Mahekal Beach Hotel
Mahekal Beach Hotel Playa Del Carmen
Shangri La Caribe
Shangri La Caribe Hotel
Shangri La Caribe Playa Del Carmen
Mahekal Beach Resort Riviera Maya/Playa Del Carmen

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