Is Playa del Carmen safe if you stay on resort?

Playa del Carmen is one of the safest places to travel in Mexico, and one of the best beach towns in Mexico. For the most part, Playa del Carmen is considered safe for the majority of visitors, with the biggest threats usually being hurricanes, hangovers, sunburns and mosquitoes.



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Playa del Carmen is one of the safest places to travel in Mexico, and one of the best beach towns in Mexico. For the most part, Playa del Carmen is considered safe for the majority of visitors, with the biggest threats usually being hurricanes, hangovers, sunburns and mosquitoes.

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According to the website Numbeo, Playa del Carmen currently has an overall Safety Index of 50.55 as well as a Crime Index of 49.45, which is basically low-moderate on both counts.

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If they stay alert, most visitors will have no problems at all.” Generally, beach resorts and popular tourist areas are considered among the safest areas as drug cartel–related violence generally isn't aimed at tourists.

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Even though Playa has great nightlife, being publicly inebriated in Mexico (especially while alone and at night) will make you an easy target for theft, assault, drink spiking, and bribery, and as much as we wish it didn't — these situations do happen.

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Be extra careful at night in Playa del Carmen As with many places in the world, most crimes in Playa del Carmen occur at night. Besides being extra careful at the bars in Playa del Carmen, you'll also want to be extra careful when walking alone at night.

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If you go with what you know, in all likelihood, you will remain safe in Mexico's resort towns. The U.S. State Department did issue an updated advisory for Mexico this Spring, but resorts were not deemed unsafe.

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Be extra careful at night in Playa del Carmen As with many places in the world, most crimes in Playa del Carmen occur at night. Besides being extra careful at the bars in Playa del Carmen, you'll also want to be extra careful when walking alone at night.

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Playa del Carmen boasts an enviable collection of beaches, where you can enjoy typical Caribbean relaxation and swim in an unspoilt sea, perhaps coming across turtles while you do so.

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From a Noticaribe article today about Cancún now being the 7th most violent city in México, which wasn't a big surprise, but one of the charts in the article listing the 30 cities with the most homicides in Mexico lists Playa del Carmen with 163 homicides January- October 2019 or 69.9 per 100,000 people.

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Some of the neighborhoods in Mexico City that are generally safe to explore are Roma Norte/Sur, Condesa, Centro Historico, and Zona Rosa. These are the more touristy spots of the city that travelers tend to feel the most comfortable in. However, be careful in these areas as there's still a potential for scams.

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Looking for the safest places in Mexico to travel?
  • Merida – Safest City in Mexico & Latin America.
  • Puerto Vallarta – Safest Mexico Beach City.
  • La Paz – Safest Mexico Beach Town.
  • Sayulita.
  • San Miguel de Allende.
  • Huatulco.
  • Puebla de Zaragoza (Puebla City)
  • Isla Holbox Island.


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Travelers have reported blacking out after drinking small and moderate amounts of alcohol — in some cases, one drink — and regaining consciousness to find they were robbed, assaulted, hospitalized and taken to jail. Many reported encountering unhelpful or hostile resort workers, hospital staffers and police officers.

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As a precaution you should not drink tap water in Mexico even if it's purified at the source. Most resorts and hotels provide bottled water or large jugs of purified water for you to refill your bottle. Velas Resorts stocks its suites with bottled water daily as included in it's all inclusive plan.

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Playa del Carmen started out as a Fisherman's village, as many as 110 years ago. The white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and laid-back feel have made it a popular destination for tourists.

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Compared to Cancun, Playa del Carmen is known for its more laid-back and intimate nightlife scene. It's perfect for those who prefer a relaxed night out, sipping cocktails at beachfront bars, and listening to live music. That being said, Playa del Carmen also has its fair share of clubs and late-night hotspots.

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Playa del Carmen is a vibrant coastal town located on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. It is known for its beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters, and bustling nightlife. Playa del Carmen offers something for everyone, from quiet beachfront lounging to lively nightclubs and bars.

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