Playa del Carmen

Often labeled as one of the best spots in the world for remote workers, Playa del Carmen offers a comfortable Caribbean-style, white sand beach paradise at affordable prices. While parts of the town are quite touristy, it's also easy to get away from the crowds and whatever your interests, you'll find it here. Diverse and cosmopolitan, you can eat at a local taco stall one minute and be at a posh rooftop nightclub the next, with so many cafes, bars, shops, yoga studios, fresh juice stands and beaches to fill up your time. The surrounding area provides a great deal of excursion options, with towns such as Tulum and Valladolid to explore, as well as gorgeous cenotes, islands, coral reefs and Mayan ruins.

Monthly cost of living for remote workers

A remote worker can expect to spend an average of 43462 2152 1785 ${ selected_currency } per month in Playa del Carmen, with an average rent of 18724 927 769 ${ selected_currency }.

Rent 1 bedroom apartment / modern / central / short term	${ selected_currency } 18724 927 769
Groceries Basic groceries	${ selected_currency } 2568 127 105
Dining out 12 dinners and 8 lunches	${ selected_currency } 4200 208 172
Cafe 20 coffees / teas	${ selected_currency } 860 43 35
Coworking space 1 month membership / hot desk	${ selected_currency } 3244 161 133
Mobile internet Prepaid SIM / 5 GB data / fast	${ selected_currency } 425 21 17
Public transportation 20 roundtrip journeys	${ selected_currency } 340 17 14
Taxis 5 short trips	${ selected_currency } 175 9 7
Shared bicycles and scooters 10 trips	${ selected_currency } 1000 50 41
Sport and cultural events 1 event	${ selected_currency } 1958 97 80
Museums and sights 3 sights / entrance tickets	${ selected_currency } 4397 218 181
Nightlife 5 nights out / 3 drinks per night	${ selected_currency } 1565 77 64
Gym 1 month membership	${ selected_currency } 850 42 35
Yoga 10 classes	${ selected_currency } 1103 55 45
Massage 1 massage	${ selected_currency } 2053 102 84
TOTAL	${ selected_currency } 43462 2152 1785

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If you like sushi, Sushi-Ken (located in the middle of Playa) offers 2x1 rolls every Wednesday, and 3x2 every Thursday. The evenings are usually crowded on these days but it's the best deal you'll find and it's great quality.

By Raul H. Food and drink

One of the best mini trips I took out of Playa was to spend a weekend on laid-back Isla Holbox, taking a boat tour to see the bioluminescent water at night and then spending a night at Rio Lagartos where the pink flamingos hang out in their natural habitat and where you can also spend time at the spectacular pink lake and empty white sand beaches.

By trey F. Places to visit

The best beach in Playa del Carmen is usually the one inside Playacar. It's generally wider and less crowded with tourists, with beautiful water. You can simply walk there along the beach. it starts just after the pier where ferries leave for Cozumel.

By Geri P. Places to visit

Every Sunday there’s a free show/concert at the Teatro de la Ciudad performing arts center. Keep an eye on the program, you can find it on their FB page.

By Liz A. Places to visit

There are free salsa lessons at Senzi (it's a beach bar/restaurant in the center of town). The free lessons are on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 9pm.

By Valentina N. Places to visit

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Population	259,453
Main airport	Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Language	Spanish
Tap water	Not drinkable
Tipping	10-15% for restaurants
Taxi apps	N/A