Stay at Gran Sahara Hotel in Playa del Carmen with 4-star rating, free Wi-Fi, parking, pool, and beach access. Near Xcaret Park and Quinta Avenida.
Guests appreciate the hotel's convenient setting near 5th Avenue and local attractions, along with clean rooms and welcoming staff. Some practical drawbacks like bathroom cleanliness and room features are noted, offering a realistic view for budget travelers.
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Located in the vibrant Centro area of Playa del Carmen, Gran Sahara Hotel offers practical accommodations for travelers seeking convenient access to the city's main attractions. The hotel sits just a couple of blocks from Quinta Avenida and the public beach, placing guests near popular spots like Fundadores Park and an array of street food vendors and shops. This busy neighborhood is well-suited for visitors who want to explore the lively streets and beachfront environment.
The property features simple, air-conditioned rooms, some with kitchens equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, and a single burner stove, catering to guests looking for an independent stay. Although there is no on-site restaurant or fitness center, amenities include free Wi-Fi, free parking, a rooftop pool, airport shuttle service, and accessibility features. The hotel maintains a smoke-free policy and is family friendly, though pets are not allowed.
Guest reviews highlight the hotel’s affordability and clean, bright rooms with private balconies. Many appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the quiet location slightly removed from downtown noise. Some feedback points to areas needing improvement, such as bathroom cleanliness, firmness of mattresses, and limited elevator availability. While the hotel offers basic comfort, it may best suit budget-conscious families or groups prioritizing location over luxury.
Nearby activities abound, including eco-parks like Xcaret and Xplor, which offer snorkeling, zip-lining, and river exploration. The hotel’s proximity to Cancun International Airport, about 45 minutes away by car, adds to its appeal for travelers arriving by air. Multiple other accommodations are found within a short walk, making Gran Sahara Hotel a practical choice for those wanting to be in the heart of Playa del Carmen’s lively center.
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Hotel is perfect for a group of family traveling on a budget. My family and I stayed in a family room that was equipped with a refrigerator, microwave and a single burner electric stove. The location is perfect, as it is only 2 blocks away from Walmart and 2 blocks away from 5th Avenue. The staff at the hotel are very friendly and courteous, they're always willing to assist you with a friendly smile.
Large, clean, bright rooms with private balconies. Very friendly and helpful staff. Central to restaurants, shopping, and activities but away from the noise of the busy downtown.
Decent room. Matress is on the harder side. Hotel is at a good location. $30usd a night for a double room. AC not working well but thankfully weather is nice enough to just open a window. Bathroom is dirty, shower head clogged. No elevator at the hotel.
It is a great hotel.great service friendly employees.very clean.
Great clean rooms, best price in town. We had a rough go with our Air BnB. This place was a nice low cost alternative right next to 5th avenue. Clean rooms and kind staff. We were allowed to pay day by day as we waited for our funds to transfer to pay for the extra cost, the owner is very understanding. Some staff only speak Spanish, though they are all patient. Prices don't sky rocket crazy if you have more than 2 people.
Fantastic service! Very welcoming and friendly staff. The room and bathroom were super clean. The location was great - very close to Avenue 5 but far enough away to be quiet. There’s a great cafe across the street called Mr Waffle with an excellent menu.
For a room that was used to sleep, shower etc because for the day we were out exploring as well as the night, it was good. Rooms were clean, showers were clean, the beds were a bit hard but not much. Stayed there for a couple days and honestly will probably be going back again to this hotel, They have a nice pool in the roof wish it had some better views but overall, i liked the stay here.
Very good location and owners are attentive to clients Rooms and courtyard just beautiful
It was nice to overnight guest, but it needs to get better for the accomodations, the bathroom was not nice. The staff was polite and helpful.
It's okay, considering it's a cheap hotel. But there are NO blankets and sometimes its parking lot is full and you have to park on the street. At least it's clean
Busy area known for its public beach, street food, shopping on Quinta Avenida & Fundadores Park.
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