playa_nightlife.jpg Playa del Carmen is a veritable hub for parties and nightlife after the sun has gone down the breezy tropical weather brings everyone out onto the streets. With both the European and Mexican influences, many people eat late lunches, have an afternoon siesta, and then head out for dinner and drinks closer to 9:00 or 10:00 PM. Although bars and restaurants are always busy during the afternoon, and during happy hour, the young party crowd hits the clubs and bars closer to midnight, or even 1:00 AM. Partying goes on into the wee hours with many clubs open until 4:00 AM or later.

The streets, clubs and bars are always alive with all types of music and entertainment. You can find belly dancers, stilt walkers, mariachi bands, live Cuban music, ska, reggae, hip-hop, lounge, good ole' rock ‘n' roll, and blues all adding to the eclectic atmosphere we all know and love in Playa del Carmen. The energy of Playa del Carmen at night captivates and enthralls everyone, and has made Playa del Carmen famous for its energetic nightlife.

Whether on vacation, or if you live here year round, Playa del Carmen has something for every one. There are kicked back beach bars where you can feel the soft sand on your toes as you look out onto the beautiful Caribbean Sea, all the while sipping on a frosty beer, or perfectly blended margarita. Live music venues with rock and roll, or a Cuban salsa band, will surely inspire you to shake your groove thing. Want to be with the "in" crowd and be tragically hip? Try one of the minimalist roof top lounges where you can order a top notch martini all the while lounging on a bed under the stars. Try one of the rowdy Playa del Carmen sports bars to catch your favorite sporting event while quaffing chilled buckets of beer. Want to hang out with the local folk? There are great local watering holes where you can get the latest buzz going around town. And of course there are the world famous, raucous Mexican party spots, with beer sold by the yard and young people going wild. With so much fun to choose from where are you going to begin?

There is always something for everyone while in Playa del Carmen; No one ever gets bored.

Bars and Nightlife

Bars and Nightlife

 
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This restaurant and cocktail lounge is located underground in a cave. It is well worth a visit for an appetizer and/or cocktail. You will be blown away, and we can guarantee you have not seen anything like it.

 
 
New in 2006 Bali Club has a 1,200 person capacity featuring a high-tech sound and lighting system. They mix up the dance floor with a high-tech light show and some crazy fire, water and balloon effects to add to the party atmosphere. Cover charge can vary depending on the mood of the bouncers. The same owners of Bali actually closed in December 2008 and re-branded the club as Dubai.
 
 
Upscale beach and dance club. Often features visiting international DJ's.
 
 
Although Bar Ranita caters to the local community, it has an international following as well. People come from far corners of the world to come to Bar Ranita to enjoy a cool draft with the locals, which creates an incredibly fun and enjoyable atmosphere.
 
 
The newest venture from the owners of the Deseo Hotel and Lounge bring you Basico Hotel and Lounge. The rooftop cocktail lounge features luxurious lounger beds made from the backs of old trucks that combine industry with opulence. Two concrete tanks that serve as cool plunging pools only add to the industrial feel. Tranquil music combined with a wait staff straight out of Abercrombie and Fitch makes you feel like you are in with the” in” crowd.
 
 
A true local watering hole, the Beer Bucket is a great place to grab a chilled chela (beer), gab with friends, and enjoy tales from the old timers.
 
 

The Blue Parrot Hotel and Beach Club have been in Playa del Carmen for more then 20 years. The Original owner made it a house hold name, but the new owners, since 2004, have taken it to the next level. Now it is a trendy hot spot for visitors, travelers, and locals; young and old.

 
 
With multiple screens, betting, bar food, and beer. This place is packed all of the time for televised sporting events.

 
 

Known for their kick ass Bloody Mary’s and great local live music; Bad Boy’s has been around for years ,and always has repeat visitors.

 
 
Part of the famous Andersen Brothers conglomerate Carlos ‘n’ Charlie’s has been a long time favorite among young folk and spring breakers to drink by the yard, and party into the night.
 
 

Sit down and sip a top shelf tequila or buy some to take with you. A large selection of tequilas and mescals are available to choose form.

 
 
Playa del Carmen’s only “official” gay nightclub and bar.
 
 
Originally in the hotel zone in Cancun this very commercial night club has now opened a location in Playa del Carmen. They have a nightly Vegas styl show that keeps people coming back night after night.
 
 

This beach club and bar is located right next door to the Blue Parrot and offers a full bar and restaurant services. Open during the day for beach lounging, and features DJ’s and dancing at night.

 
 
More reminiscent of South Beach than Mexico the Deseo Hotel and Lounge is a trendy spot to enjoy a top shelf cocktail. This roof top bar has lounger beds surrounded by white billowy curtains that only add to the “seen and be seen” atmosphere and attitude.
 
 
Owned by the same company as the Glass Bar across the street, Di Vino serves up international cuisine and an even more extensive wine list.
 
 

Owners of Santanera have opened this trendy, upscale lounge that serves gourmet fare, and high end cocktails.

 
 
Part of the Costa del Mar Hotel, El Pirata has been around for the past 20 years. Grab a swing by the bar at night and listen to reggae music until dawn.
 
 
Always filled with happy customers enjoying the great people watching and live music; Fah Bar is a great place to take a load off after an afternoon of beach dwelling. Low key, but festive.
 
 

Enjoy the calm ocean breeze and fantastic view from our restaurant and bar overlooking the Caribbean Sea while dining on international fusion cuisine and luscious tropical drinks.

 
 
Do you have a Hangover? This is the place to go.
 
 

A great live music venue, The Jam Session, has created a hot spot for local and visiting musicians.

 
 
Local and loud, cheap beer, and lots of young people.
 
 
Although this hipster hang out is a Mediterranean restaurant it is also a favorite spot among the young trendy crowd from Mexico City. Stylish, and chic, this is part of the upscale lounge scene that has become so popular in, and around ,Playa del Carmen.
 
 
Live local music, attentive wait staff, and a full restaurant menu available has made Kitxen a hit.
 
 
 
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