Near Quinta Avenida and Mamitas Beach, Moonshine Hotel offers a charming retreat. Enjoy the outdoor pool, rooftop terrace, and lush garden. With free in-room WiFi, concierge services at your fingertips to plan activities like shopping on nearby 5th Avenue.
1a Avenida Norte, entre 12 y 16 Centro, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
What's nearby
Quinta Avenida - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Quinta AlegrÃa Shopping Mall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Mamitas Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Central Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 50 min drive
Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO) - 97 min drive
Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM) - 12.1 miles/19.5 km
Restaurants
‪Aldea Corazón - ‬3 min walk
‪Aldo's - ‬2 min walk
‪Il Pescatore Restorante Italiano - ‬2 min walk
‪Harry's Grill Prime Steakhouse & Raw Bar - ‬3 min walk
‪La Caprichoza - ‬3 min walk
About this property
Moonshine Hotel
Moonshine Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach. Other features include an outdoor pool and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets stay free (2 total)
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Playground
Grocery/convenience store
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Picnic area
Mosquito nets
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: MXN 500 per stay
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Hotel Noraa Inn Playa del Carmen
Noraa Playa del Carmen
Hotel Noraa Inn
Moonshine Hotel Hotel
Moonshine Hotel Playa del Carmen
Moonshine Hotel Hotel Playa del Carmen
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Moonshine Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Moonshine Hotel?
Yes, pets stay free, with a limit of 2 total. A deposit of MXN 500 per stay is required. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Moonshine Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Moonshine Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Moonshine Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Moonshine Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Riviera Gran Casino (7-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Moonshine Hotel and nearby?
Moonshine Hotel has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
What's the area around Moonshine Hotel like?
Moonshine Hotel is located near Playa del Carmen Main Beach in Downtown Playa del Carmen, a short 3-minute walk from Quinta Avenida and 5 minutes' walk from Mamitas Beach.
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Reviews
Moonshine Hotel Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
Very close to everything in central Playa. You can pretty much walk to anything including restaurants and tours. Great service and very clean!
Taylor
Taylor, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2024
Great location, walking distance from the beach and 5ta avenida, quite centric. Great price for clean rooms, great service from the staff, safe location.
Adrian
Adrian, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2023
Our stay in moonshine hotel was a pleasent surprise, the service we received was greatly appreciated, they treated us like a 5 star hotel.
zulema
zulema, 6-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Feb 26, 2024
Marysol at front desk is the best !!!
She's very friendly and make you feel very welcome to the moonshine hotel
Marysol
Marysol, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2024
It was a great stay on budget. Right beside the clubs, restaurants, and market. 3 mins walking distnace to the beach. The front desk staff were super nice. The check in was very quick and so was the check out. Also, the housekeeping found our beach clothes in the bathroom and handed over wihin 2 mins while we were checking out. I'd love to stay again next time.
KANWARDEEP
KANWARDEEP, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Oct 9, 2023
One night stay
I only stayed for 1 one night even though I booked for a whole weekend, this place was extremely loud all night till 2am. The tv sucked, i found a cockroach in the bathroom & there’s absolutely no smoking allowed. Staff was great tho!!!! I really enjoyed talking with the front desk girl in the morning shift
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2024
The staff at the front desk was very accommodating very nice. Change the beds daily. The staff very accommodating to your needs. This is a hotel for couples only who love night life not for family with children music at a near bar lounge is blasting too loud not able to get a good night sleep. The beach is about two or three blocks for the hotel.
A Great place to have breakfast n great sandwiches is at Les Amis inexpensive go see Tony the owner.
I did enjoy my stay n staff very helpful to accommodate me for another 2 days.
Best wishes
Vida
VIDALINA
Verified
4/10 Fair
Oct 20, 2023
Don’t go there if you want to rest and sleep . The nightclubs are behind the rooms . It doesn’t stop u til 2 am . The pool was suppose to be able to swim in . When we got there they decided to empty it and do maintenance on it . So we were unable to use it the time we stayed . The location was good near the 5 th Avenue . Staff were lovely .
Kim
Kim, 5-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Dec 28, 2023
The property did not quite meet the expectations for the price we paid. I must mention the property is behind 3 major nightclubs that blast super loud music until 3am; however, that is not within the control of the hotel, and they provide you with complimentary earplugs. The location was really nice (outside the loud music).
Items within the control of management include providing you with better quality beds and pillows. The pillow was super hard, I didn't know such pillows even existed. We were 3 people, and they provided us with 1 small shampoo bottle 1 soap bar, and 2 towels; we had to ask for additional items. No conditioner or lotion was available. The second day after cleaning our room, there was no soap left for us at all and no toilet paper. After we asked for it, the person at reception was a bit rude like it's our fault the cleaners didn't leave toilet paper!
You must know there rooms are small and dated, and the pool doesn't look like it's swimmable, kind of murky. The air conditioning worked well.
Overall, I would not stay here again. Pretty disappointed :(
Manuel Alejandro
Manuel Alejandro, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2024
Great place to stay near all the excitement and beach!
Juan
Juan, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 22, 2025
Nice
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2020
Close to everything nice place to stay in, close to ado
Victor
Victor, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2025
Great staff
hector
hector, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2021
Close to everything, clean, good price, nice staff.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Apr 19, 2024
Good enough for short stay
Marina
Marina, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2023
Awesome place to visit if you are at Playa del Carmen to shop, hit the beach and enjoy the nightlife! Staff was very nice and the room has a great vibe.
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 11, 2024
Location
CARLOS
CARLOS, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 20, 2023
Very beautiful trees in the courtyard of the hotel
Tatia
Tatia, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2025
Excelente
victor
victor, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 14, 2020
Agradable tranquilo
Fernando
Fernando, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2020
Great night sleep
The place was very clean however it was a little loud because of a nightclub nearby.
Derek
Derek, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2022
This is a cute little boutique hotel. The staff is extremely friendly & professional. The rooms are cozy, clean & has all the essentials. I was very happy with the services I received. The location is great & easily accessible (within walking distance) to all the shops & restaurants. Great value for the money.
Sergio
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 27, 2020
Great stay for clubbing
The hotel is boutique style, placed just next to two nightclubs. My room was big and comfy. The shower was good. However, the noise and music and night were unbearable.
Pawel
Pawel, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 27, 2020
Great staff, hard to sleep due to loud nearby club
The staff and the property is great. The hotel is also located near everything. The only issue is the loudness of the nearby club. It’s hard to sleep until the music stops at 3am.
Andrew
Andrew, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2021
Perfect location
Right in the center of town, and one block to the beach. Nightclubs nearby play loud music until 3 am, and then you can sleep until noon. Maybe not the best for families looking for quiet time, but great for singles and couples. I would stsy here again.