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Arena Blanca

Calle 38 and 10th Ave. | New North End of Playa, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Arena Blanca
4.5 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
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Melbourne, Australia
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 9, 2012
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The most beautiful friendly place in the world. Central to 5th Avenue, main shopping strip in Playa, close to the best restaurant in Playa (La Cueva del Chango). It's situated at the north end of 5th Avenue so its not as noisy and a block away from the Caribbean beaches. The Condo's are furnished for comfort, ease and are very... More

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Wisconsin
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 6, 2012
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We loved staying in #11. Private rooftop terrace, easy walk to the beach, great restaurants within a block or two, it was all good. The staff was cheerful, helpful, and very easy to work with. We love Manuel, the night guard :) We will be back!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 30, 2011

If you want to enjoy the best of Playa del Carmen, you gotta stay at Arena Blanca. Everything is perfect !

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 28, 2011
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Our much anticipated escape from rainy Maine to Playa del Carmen was a success. We arrived to Arena Blanca's beautifully landscaped gardens filled with palm trees and pink bougainvilleas. Our penthouse condo was spacious and tastefully decorated and the rooftop terrace was to die for. We spent our evenings under the breezy palapa watching the sunset, before walking to dinner... More

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Trenton, Maine
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 19, 2011
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I have stayed at Arena Blanca 2 x and have been to a social event in the Penthouse... this place is a gem! For me the location is perfect... you are a 2 minute walk to Cinco Avenida where all of the action is and only a few minutes to the beach too... There is a small grocer 2 doors... More

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canada
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 8, 2011
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How fortunate we were to have found this place on the internet. We were a little skeptical because the reviews all seemed to be positive. We loved "our" condo. Everything about Arena Blanca is well thought out. The furnishings are tasteful and comfortable. Have use of a washer and dryer is beyond helpful. The bed was extremely delisious and inviting... More

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Chicago, IL
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2011
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We stayed 10 days in #7 at Arena Blanca and had a great stay. My one and only negative comment is that the only TV is in the bedroom, which isn't a good location. I would much rather have the TV in the living area. I am sure, however, that if I had asked, they would have moved it from... More

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Vancouver
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2011
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First I want to say Judy and the staff were fantastic and very helpful. The condo #9 was very nice with 2 bathrooms and a loft (you have to be 4' or under to enjoy it) The bed in the loft is much more comfortable than the regular room as bed is quite firm. Lovely location just 2 blocks from... More

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Toronto, Canada
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 11, 2011

My partner and i were looking for a condo rental for our trip to PDC and saw all the great reviews for Arena Blanca. Unfortunately, they didn't have any units available for our dates but Judy (the owner) responded with a number of alternative locations for us (on two occasions) and made some calls to confirm availability and pricing for... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2010

My husband, our 5 months old baby and I stayed in the condo #9, when we arrived, not body was there to help us with our luggage, one guest that was staying in the first floor was very kind and help us, if you are traveling with a baby do not stay in the 3rd floor since you will not... More

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Calle 38 and 10th Ave. | New North End of Playa, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Price Range: PLN: $$

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