Blue Beach Hotel is exactly the place you want to stay during your vacation to Playa del Carmen. Quality accommodations of all types are available, from a rustic beach front bungalow to modern air conditioned hotel rooms and suites with kitchenettes. Private villas on the beach are also open for vacation rentals for groups or families, everything for a tropical dream vacation. All at affordable rental rates. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Playa_del_Carmen/bluebeachhotel/hotel/159/7/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Sun, 12 Oct 2008 16:51:02 EST The hotel is in a perfect location for enjoying the beautiful white sand Caribbean beach, which has made Playa del Carmen a longtime favorite of independent travelers from around the world. Vacationing couples will love the rustic bungalows which sit right on the beach, with hammocks on the porch for relaxing in the tranquil shade of palm trees. Families will like the convenience of Blue Beach Hotel's suites, complete with kitchenette for meals at home on your large quiet balcony. Scuba divers and snorkelers can take advantage of trips at the dive shop right next door to the hotel. AMENITIES: Rooms and suites with kitchenettes are available, but when you choose to dine out, Playa del Carmen has tempting restaurants of all descriptions. Try Mayan cuisine, order at an authentic Italian restaurant, or try Mexican specialties like arrachera poblana style, a fine cut in a mild and savory poblano chile sauce, or tasty lobster tacos at Don Emilione Restaurant. Don Emilione Restaurant is an excellent choice for dinner, cocktails, banquets or special events. They serve upscale Mexican food and seafood specialties. There is a restaurant to please everyone, and hundreds to choose from. In the evening, you can walk down the beach for a 2x1 margarita in a swing at the popular Blue Parrot Hotel beach bar or dance at Captain Tutix until 4am, and Playa del Carmen's largest disco is just up the road. Blue Beach Hotel has all the services you require for a relaxing Playa del Carmen vacation, including daily maid service, free parking, 24-hour security, and a fax and internet hospitality desk. The Varadero hotel snack bar is now open for breakfast, lunch and drinks. ACTIVITIES: Blue Beach Hotel is a block from Playa del Carmen's famous shopping district - 5th Avenue. The hotel is just a block from the heart of the New Fifth Avenue, with beautifully lit bricklaid streets, upscale shops and fine restaurants. A quick walk down 5th Avenue takes you past stores selling handicrafts from all over Mexico, and it is only 10 minutes to the ferry over to Cozumel Island. Playa del Carmen is in the center of the Mayan Riviera and Blue Beach Hotel is a perfect home base for exploring Mexico. Visit Mayan ruins and eco parks, dive or snorkel the tropical reef, or go fishing for a deep sea grand slam - Playa del Carmen has it all! DINING/RESTARUANTS: Type: Hotel Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Playa_del_Carmen/bluebeachhotel/hotel/159/7/ Sun, 12 Oct 2008 16:51:02 EST