We rented Villa Alborada during the second week in December, my wife and I and two grown daughters—one, with her husband and four-year old in tow. We loved the ever-changing ocean vistas and waking up, and dozing off, to the smell and sound of surf. But after four days, our youngest and her family decided to leave. This is not a place for small children, especially when you’re not fluent in Spanish—as English fluency among Playacar management, taxi drivers and the surrounding community is strikingly rare. Villa Alborada has many positives—among them, the view, the quiet, the security, the large rooms, the unit’s tidiness, not to mention ambient sunlight from the street-level wall of Gulf-facing windows. Yet each of these attributes had its downside. It is a mile and a half to the tourist district. The view is of a small beachfront access across the street. And where you can see out, passersby can see in. Security is omnipresent (probably for good reason). No dishwasher. No chairs in 2 bedrooms. Unheated pool. After hard rains, the unit smelled bad, possibly from septic gas. To preserve the septic system, bathroom wastepaper goes in a basket rather than being flushed. Our only meeting with the host featured dramatic warnings of penalties should we exceed our electricity allotment. When she said she would enter our unit 15 minutes before our leaving it, I refused. That said, the sun and surf were lovely.

The property was wonderful - excellent views and beach breezes and privacy for all guests. Loved the option to be at the pool or the ocean. The walks into town were great for getting in our exercise and the staff was great. Thank you!

My two daughters and their families and I loved our week at Villa Alborada. The house layout on one level was perfect for our 4-76 years age spread. Being separated from the beach by an open sandy lot gave us gorgeous views without being right by the people on the beach when we were in our lovely pool. Three big bedrooms with two queen beds and en suite bathrooms suited our group, as did the big open-plan living area. We ate all our meals on the big covered patio, looking out over the pool to the ocean. Our contact, Hortencia, was so accommodating and helpful we felt we had a friend when we needed anything. Definitely recommend Villa Alborada with 5 stars.

It was a nice vacation, excellent location , clean . When we mentioned the dishes were a little greasy , immediately the house maid cleaned all of them. Claudia was the best. 5th Ave a 15-20 min walk , but we went there almost daily .

We had a fantastic stay at villa Alborada recently - the location is excellent due to the easy access to the beach, privacy and quiet as it is located at the southern end of Playacar, and it is only a 15-min walk to town. The villa itself provides open views to the beach, has a lovely pool, an open covered patio, and is located in a very nice neighborhood. The interior is spacious, well thought out, and provides space and privacy with three en-suite bedrooms and two additional half-bathrooms. We would stay here again.

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My brothers and I had a great time. Claudia and team were extremely nice and responsive, and the property was absolutely perfect. The neighborhood was very quiet and the views of the beach with Cozumel in the distance was awesome. Highly recommend the the optional Chef service - hats off to Chef Anuar.

Great house! Great location! Great ocean views! Three generations of daughters and granddaughters had a wonderful time. The porch and pool with ocean views was our favorite gathering spot. House had everything we needed and was nicely decorated. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home..