Our spacious air conditioned rooms and kitchenettes have ceiling fans, tv connection and large balconies overlooking the pool and interior garden. This attractive, contemporary design, two story hotel has 34 rooms and was completed in 1998. The hotel is located 400 meters from the beach and the picturesque pedestrian village is just a 2 minute walk away. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Playa_del_Carmen/hotel-paradise/hotel/182/7/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:31:17 EST Easily accessible, Hotel Paradise is just a 40 minute drive from Cancun International Airport, or take the 40 minute waterjet ferry from Cozumel. Both international airports are served by major airlines. Hotel Paradise is located in beautiful Playa del Carmen, the heart of the Mayan Riviera on the Caribbean coast of the Yucatan peninsula. With its emphasis on tastful and diversified eco-tourism, Playa del Carmen has become the worlds fastest growing resort destination. Enjoy world class scuba diving, sport fishing and miles of palm fringed, powder white beaches.Explore the lost legacy of ancient Mayan cultures. From the ultimate adventure to pure relaxation, Your stay at Hotel Paradise puts it all at Your fingertips. Playa del Carmen´s climate is humid tropical, (20° 30° north latitude), with approximate average daytime high temperatures of 78°F in January and 88°F in July. The constant ocean breezes are delightfully refreshing and can make winter evenings cool enough for a light jacket or sweater. Playa del Carmen is located in the heart of the Mayan Riviera, a 100 mile stretch of exquisite Caribbean coastline that extends south from Cancun to the Mayan ruins at Tulum. The island of Cozumel is located 12 nautical miles due east, a 40 minute ride on the waterjet ferry. Cancun International Airport is a 40 minute drive to the north. At the heart of town lies the picturesque pedestrian village. Enticing aromas beckon you to linger at one of the many quaint street cafés or restaurants that line the obblestone streets. You´ll find a plate for every palate here in Playa. Everything delicious under the sun is the rule, from regional specialities to international cuisine and fine dining. The seafood is a must. Playa del Carmen is a shopper´s delight. The famous 5th Avenue walkway is in itself a colorful bazaar, offering an endliess variety of crafts, jewelry, clothing, leather goods, hammocks and much more. AMENITIES: From your terrace or balcony, you have a great view to the tropical garden. Typical furnitures, air condition and ceiling fans provide a comfortable atmosphere. Other features are: Shower,WC,TV and in apartments a kitchenette. Deck-chairs under palm-trees and swimming pool. At Hotel Paradise's restaurant, You enjoy mexican and international specialities. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner from 8:00 h to 22:00 h. ACTIVITIES: The Mayan Riviera offers a multitude of water sports to choose from. Enjoy world class scuba diving, sport fishing, sailing, snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing, the options are endless. The network of subterranean freshwater springs and rivers presents the opportunity for spectacular cave diving and spelunking. Other popular activities include jugle safaris, horseback riding, golf, tennis and skydiving. And of course, there´s always the beach...miles of powder white sand, fringed with palm trees, the crystaline turquoise waters... Playa del Carmen is ideally located for trips to other nearby exotic destinations. Cuba, Jamaica, Puerto Rico and Grand Cayman are just a short flight away, or head south for the rainforests of Belize or the highlands of Guatemala. Less than an hour´s drive south are the impressive Mayan ruins at Tulum, the only Mayan Archeological site located directly on the coast. Take a journey back in time to Chichén Itzá and Uxmal, monuments to a bygone era. Whatever your fancy, it´s all right here on your doorstep. Xcaret - 8 km south - Eco-park and cultural center, live performance/reenactment of Mayan rituals. Nature haven -butterflies, orchids, exotic birds. Snorkel in freshwater springs, swim with dolphins Puerto Adventuras -36 km south- Internation marina and residential area condos, restaurants, golf course, dolphins Tulum - 90 km south - Impressive Archeological site overlooking the Caribbean Punta Allen - 150 km south - Remote fishing village with romantic secluded location at the end of a long narrow coastal peninsula. We recommend that you take food and beverages with you Chichen Itza - 300 km west - The most famous of the Mayan Archeological sites, home of the Temple of Kukuléan Merida - 380 km west - Founded shortly after the Spanish conquest, Mérida is the capital of the state of Yucatan. Major commercial center of the Yucatan Peninsula Beautiful colonial architecture, cultural center Uxmal - 450 km southwest - Archeological zone known for it´s architectural beauty and impressive geometricl facades. Considered the most beautiful of Mayan ruins. Short trips to neighbouring countries like: - Belize, - Guatemala and - Cuba All easily accessible from Playa del Carmen. DINING/RESTARUANTS: Type: Hotel Beach Location: Near Beach (Walking Distance) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Playa_del_Carmen/hotel-paradise/hotel/182/7/ Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:31:17 EST