With a stay at Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only in Playa del Carmen (Downtown Playa del Carmen), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida. .This beach hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Mamitas Beach and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Xplor Theme Park.
What's nearby
Quinta Avenida - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Mamitas Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
Getting around
Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Club de la Cerveza - 1 min walk
Las Hijas de la Tostada - 1 min walk
La Cueva del Chango - 1 min walk
Mariskinky - 1 min walk
Amate 38 - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only
Adults-only beach hotel
Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature Tempur-Pedic mattresses. This Playa del Carmen hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, detox wraps, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 9 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring heated floors. Your room comes with a Tempur-Pedic bed. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages, body treatments, and facials. Additional features at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a library. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Hotel La Semilla, Playa del Carmen, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only has a restaurant on site.
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free offsite parking
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Free bicycle rentals
Golf clubs/equipment
Golf driving range
Library
Outdoor pool (guest access)
Yoga classes
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Direct access to the beach
Garden
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Spa
Deep-tissue massages
Detox wraps
Facials
In-room massages
Manicures/pedicures
Reflexology
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
No elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
4 floors
Art Deco architecture
Built in 2014
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Tempur-Pedic mattress
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Desk
Electrical adapters
Heated floor
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Safe
Washer/dryer
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Property is also known as
Hotel Semilla
Hotel Semilla Playa Del Carmen
Semilla Playa Del Carmen
Hotel La Semilla
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Andrew
Jun 21, 2024
Andrew
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Andrew
Business traveler
Jun 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not A Relaxing Stay
The hotel is lovely and the staff was nice, but it was not a good experience. My room was unpleasant. My bathroom (toilet) didn’t work.
There was also a problem on arrival. I had a terrible time finding the place because the hotels.com listing had no proper address. The cab driver who has worked here for decades had never heard of this tiny place. I ended up dropped me a mile away (where the dot on google maps was) after midnight and a long day of travel. Addresses are strangely nonspecific in Playa, but one would think the management could make sure their address showed correctly on Google and Apple maps. It was a pain.
It is very traditional, unique and eco-friendly property. Lovely decor in an amazingly beautiful structure. Everyone was super nice and helpful. Complimentary breakfast was delicious, eating surrounded by nature.
awesome experience from beginning to end. even though this hotel doesn't have a swimming pool, we enjoyed the room very much. didn't use the rooftop terrace. breakfast on both days were excellent. beautiful backyard court.
Was a lovely property with beautiful quaint decor. We loved the location. The bed was comfortable and the ac was a life saver in the playa del Carmen heat. The breakfast was the best part! we would recommend!
The concept of the hotel is very unique and special! There’s so much peace around and the service and concept of the breakfast is fantastic! If you are looking to connect with nature this is definitely the place to stay. The only thing is that the front desk staff should be a little bit more friendly and warm so it could match the concept of the hotel
Excellent service. The guy who checked me in was so nice, the guy who was cleaning and the chef. This is the second time I come and the costumer service is outstanding
I stayed at this property in September without knowing a thing about it. After that 1st night I was so pleased with the staff and hotel itself that it was my 1st selection when I returned to Playa Del Carmen in December. Privately owned with the owner on site and very closely located to all the shopping and beach action you could want but on a very quiet and safe side street so you can sleep.
Breakfast is a must here. It’s in the back of the courtyard and all kinds of wildlife come to visit each morning. AAA
Must Stay Truly Boutique Hotel with Personal Touch
Location 4/5: near 5th ave. its a sanctuary in a middle of a busy tourist town. They have a Junge at the back with wild animals. Only to see, no access.
Beach 2/5: No Access. Public crowded beach 5 minutes walk.Seaweed everywhere.
Services 5/5: Great! super helpful, friendly, free beer. One thing: I asked to provide a picture of a character to surprise my partner in a room but it wasnt done. AC, WIFI included. No Fridge but they can store your beer or anything else in a fridge at the kitchen. Free bicycles and free beach towels! No TV - its great! They provide purified water for safe drinking.
Food 5/5: Breakfast included and great! Cooked personally! Not a buffet!
Condition 5/5: truly rustic. Rooms are unique!
Parking 4/5: 3 spots for 9 rooms. Might be busy but we were lucky to have it all the time.
Will Be BACK!
La Semilla is a great little hotel. Having breakfast in their serene garden garden/ lounge area was the best part of our stay and if you are going to Playa Del Carmen, this is the place to stay! Only unfortunate that such a gem is located in Playa del Carmen as I don’t think Playa del Carmen in itself really has anything going for it. Nor beaches, restaurants or a good vibe.
Hotel La Semilla is a 9-room hotel in a perfectly non-touristy section of Playa Del Carmen. You can easily walk to the main tourist drag, but you could also spend a week not even knowing it was there. Hotel La Semilla is surrounded by wonderful restaurants and just up the street from a beautiful beach.
The hotel itself is decorated stunningly in vintage items hand sourced by the owners, who handle most of the day-to-day operations of the spot. They do get help from Brito, who is an absolutely fabulous jack-of-all trades. Gabriel, the chef, makes beautiful breakfast creations that are the highlight of any morning spent in the beautiful courtyard.
Hotel La Semilla is a perfect oasis in Mexico. Traditionally I've been an all inclusive type person, but my wife convinced me that we should give this place a shot. I'm so glad that we did -- it completely changed what I am looking for in future travel.
Do yourself a favor and visit Hotel La Semilla -- it's a beautiful property in a beautiful area run by beautiful people!
A very sweet family who are clearly proud of their creation but it's way over priced for what it is. Their eclectic style is unique but their vintage chairs etc are no longer cute but uncomfortable and some even have gone beyond a little dirty so it may be time for a little upgrading furniture or pricing down. If you do choose to book, then be warned that the ground floor room stinks of terrible damp to the point where we had to move and if they hadnt moved us, we were happy to lose our deposit and move to another hotel all together. Very limited breakfast choices.