Paseo Xaman-ha,
Playacar, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo 77717
The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined parkland. Relatively flat terrain - easy to walk.
Surroundings:
Woodland & residential.
Designer:
Robert von Hagge
20.611908
-87.087314
3 km S of Playa del Carmen / 69 km S of Cancún.
Hard Rock Riviera Maya
Hard Rock Golf Club, Riviera Maya (formerly known as Playacar Golf Club and before that as Playa Del Carmen Golf Course) is home to a well-rated and pleasantly testing golf course.
This tree-lined parkland layout should not disappoint, with many attractive features and several excellent holes to enjoy. Plenty of golfing challenge, a well-crafted design and usually good upkeep all contribute to the appeal of this course. One to include on your play list if you are in the area.
At this Stay&Play venue, the on-site accommodations are located close to the golf facilities.
Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.
Must book in advance.
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The Hard Rock "empire" started life in 1971 with a loud and hugely popular restaurant in Piccadilly, London. Founders Isaac Tigrett and Peter Morton, both Americans, were responsible for a business which now spans the globe with well over 150 cafes and 25 hotels, as well as several casinos, "racinos" and a growing number of golf courses.
Ave Xaman-Ha, Playacar, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo.
+52 (984) 877 2300
Visit websiteHotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya is an all-inclusive resort hotel, located just 3km south of Playa del Carmen. The all-inclusive system offers you a range of sports and activities that can be enjoyed all day long. The hotel includes two fresh water swimming pools, a solarium terrace, a gym, Jacuzzi and the “Renova Spa” wellness centre with a range of different treatments.
Hard Rock Riviera Maya
Grand Coral
Mayakoba (El Camaleon); Paraiso Beach.
Ctra Cancun-Tulum, Puerto Aventuras, Mexico 77710.
+52 984 875 1100
Visit websiteThe all-inclusive 1,264-room Hard Rock Hotel in Riviera Maya offers all-inclusive luxury accommodations on a stage of stunning tropical views, a private white sand beach, and exclusive saltwater snorkeling areas. It’s all capped off with an inviting traditional design, legendary Hard Rock hospitality, and undeniable excess at every turn. The Hard Rock Golf Club Riviera Maya is 20 miles to the north.
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Hard Rock GC (21 km); Grand Coral; Mayakoba (El Camaleon).
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