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Andre Ha Caribbean Suites

★★★★★5.0 out of 5 · 4 reviews

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Andre Ha Caribbean Suites is a 3-star resort in Playa del Carmen with 6 rooms rated 5.0/5 by 4 TripAdvisor reviewers; typical rates from about $175 a night; direct beach access.

About

Andre Ha Caribbean Suites is a small property in Playa del Carmen's Zacil Ha Beach Zone, a few blocks off the main tourist strip. The perfect subrating scores for service, value, location, and cleanliness point to a place that runs tight — four reviews isn't a huge sample, but when every guest checks those boxes, someone's paying attention to detail. Rooms score high at 4.8, and sleep quality comes in just behind at 4.7, which suggests decent beds and soundproofing without overselling the luxury angle. The overall 5/5 rating and that perfect value score mean you're likely getting more than you'd expect at this price tier, especially in a beachfront neighborhood where bigger resorts dominate. The address puts you close enough to walk to the beach and reach Quinta Avenida without being right in the noise. For travelers who want proximity to Playa's action but prefer a smaller setup with owner-level care, this fits.

At a glance

Area: Playa del Carmen
Star rating: ★★★☆☆
Typical nightly: $175
Beach access: direct
Kid-friendly: ●●●○○
Party score: ●●○○○
Walkability: ●●●●●
Rooms: 6
Casino: –
Swim-up: –
Kids' club: –
All inclusive: –
Vibe: intimate
boutique
quiet
walkable

Sargassum: heavy in season

East-facing Caribbean coast with seasonal sargassum May–October; beach crews rake daily but expect some accumulation during peak months.

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