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Hotel Cielo

3.0 of 5
4th street, between 5th and 10th Ave., Playa del Carmen 77710, Mexico (Formerly Hotel Santa Barbara)
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Hotel Cielo
Ranked #22 of 184 hotels in Playa del Carmen
4.5 of 5 stars 393 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Very helpful(8)
  • Restaurant next door(5)
  • Really good(4)
  • French toast(4)
  • Balcony Room(4)
  • Beach Club(3)
  • Internet cafe(3)
  • Bus station(3)
  • Great location(3)
  • Free breakfast(3)
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1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

This place was amazing, staff and owner were all helpful with everything from suggestions to organizing a cab at 330am. great location also. Highly recommended More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

First off the front desk guy is friendly, honest,gives great advise and there is free internet. Rooms were kinda small for price charged but was clean. Location is a stones throw from main street so that's great. More

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Rowlett, Texas
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Hotel Cielo gets better & better! I've stayed 4 times now and will definitely return. The first night we stayed on the first floor which was convenient but the restaurant next door opens early so we were woke up a little too early for vacation. We moved to and this was the first time I've stayed on the 3rd floor... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

This boutique-style hotel with authentic mexican decor, great service and a super location make Hotel Cielo a wonderful place to stay while visiting Playa. The beach, shopping and dinning are all a very,very short walk from the hotel and, when you need a break from all that Playa offers, Hotel Cielo is a peaceful oasis. The staff is very friendly... More

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Visalia, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

I am watching the sun come up over the ocean on the roof of Hotel Cielo as I write this. Amazing! I booked this place because of the location, price, etc but more because of the awesome reviews. I have not encountered anything wrong with this place. Yes, the plumbing is "spotty" but I'm in mexico on 5th Avenue! Who... More

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minnesota
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012
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My husband and I stayed here for our 5th wedding anniversary. We had emailed about our special day and at arrival date we were upgraded:-) :-) :-) The staff was excellent,our beds were so comfortable,the beautiful beaches were right down the block.walking distance to everything. The restaurant downstairs was our favorite, 50% breakfasts (even our bloody Mary every morning. We... More

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Rapid City, South Dakota
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

Cozy spanish style hotel located perfectly in Playa del Carmen to access shopping, the beach, food. Highly recommended - upgrade to a partial beach view with street view balcony room is worth the additional expense! More

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Haifa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Although I had to cancel 2 out of my 3 pre-scheduled nights in this hotel, I still could enjoy my peacful room at the 2nd flour, which was authenticaly decorated and have a decent relax after the long jurney. sitting near the main promenade, the Quinta avenue, keeps you right in the middle of all the hustle and bustle Playa... More

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HotelCielo, Owner at Hotel Cielo, responded to this review
11 May 2012

Thank you Shark On Rush for taking the time to write your review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay & had a great vacation experience even though you had to leave us early, Maybe next time you can stay longer. We know there are many hotels in Playa Del Carmen so thank you for choosing Hotel Cielo. We... More

Portland, Oregon
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012
2
people found this review helpful

We stayed here over Spring Break and had a wonderful time. The hotel is one block from the main street, so walking to everything is easy. The rooms upstairs are light and airy and the hotel is charming and clean. Our room was a cool sanctuary in the hot afternoons and the beds are super comfortable. Both Miguel and Abraham... More

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HotelCielo, Owner at Hotel Cielo, responded to this review
18 April 2012

Thank you Theresa M for taking the time to write your review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with Hotel Cielo & appreciate that you decided to share your experience with future travelers. Thank you for mentioning the staff, they are really important part of the Cielo family & we appreciate them going out of their way to... More

Wigan
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Stayed here in mid January this year for two weeks. If you don't want to do the all inclusive thing, ( which we didnt - boring !) then this Hotel is for you. Perfect location : 2 mins walk to the beach and the same to fifth avenue where all the action is (yet just far enough away not to... More

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HotelCielo, Owner at Hotel Cielo, responded to this review
14 April 2012

Thank you ChrisC for taking the time to write your review. We really appreciate the "Superb Hotel" title & thank you for mentioning the staff, they have been working diligently so all or guests can have a great vacation experience & it is one of the reasons we are becoming so desirable. We know there are many hotels in Playa... More

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4th street, between 5th and 10th Ave., Playa del Carmen 77710, Mexico (Formerly Hotel Santa Barbara)
Price range (per night):* RM163 - 333

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