Hotel Ambra

2.5 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, near Quinta Avenida

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Enjoy a compact room with a kitchenette, single bed, and a window offering a view of lush greenery.
Relax by the pool surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs and a table.
Stunning corridor with reflective floor and dark-framed doors, featuring a large window and a green-tinted wall.
Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a vibrant mural, comfortable seating, and a lush potted plant.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a central desk, comfortable sofa, and a world map on the wall.

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Avenida 41 Sur, Esquina Calle 38, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77712
  • Playacar Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Playacar Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Cozumel, Quintana Roo (CZM-Cozumel Intl.)

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Room options

Junior Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Playa del Carmen

Located in Ejidal within a mile (2 km) of Playacar Golf Club, Hotel Ambra is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Quinta Avenida. This 39-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • Quinta Avenida - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Playacar Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Playacar Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Bartina - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Amor a Mar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rolandi's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Wolf Specialty Coffee - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ambra

Hotel with an outdoor pool, near Quinta Avenida
Guests of Hotel Ambra enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and concierge services. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 50-inch LED TVs with satellite channels and Netflix. Relax with a rainfall shower. Phones and desks are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Ambra Hotel
Hotel Ambra Playa del Carmen
Hotel Ambra Hotel Playa del Carmen

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Ambra?

Hotel Ambra offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Hotel Ambra?

This hotel is situated in Ejidal, just steps from Centro Maya Shopping Center. You'll also find Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Xplor Theme Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel Ambra?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Does Hotel Ambra have a casino?

No, Hotel Ambra doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Ambra?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Ambra?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead and Netflix as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Ambra?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel Ambra feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel Ambra doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Ambra allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Ambra though service animals are welcome.

Does Hotel Ambra have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Hotel Ambra?

The closest major airport to Hotel Ambra is Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM), which is 20.3 mi away (253 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Ambra?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Ambra.

Hotel Ambra Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 230 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 383 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sabrina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I knew they have humidity issues (and mold) I wouldn’t have stayed here. As soon as you walk in the door you can smell it in the front desk. Then, the first room we got assigned, was even worse. We couldn’t stay more than 10min in it. We asked to be moved and the front desk agent help us without a problem, he was super nice! The rooms are very basic: no bedside lamps, no trash can, no hangers in the closet area... A fridge would also be nice. I wouldn’t come back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good property. Only about a 10 minute drive from the city centre but 40 min walk, So either be prepared to get at least 10,000 steps everyday or take out extra pesos to catch taxis. Right across the street from centro maya(strip mall) and there’s an otto right down the street (2min walk). Never felt unsafe walking alone at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Juana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a place to stay if you have breathing issues

The Hotel Ambra is a mixed pla e for me. The staff and their willingness to be of assistance was excellent. I liked them very much. They worked hard to keep a very clean hotel. Kudos for that. However, in three days I was in three different rooms because of an odor/scent that was pervasive in each room. The second room had ants galore, enen in and on the bed. The third room produced the worst night of sleep I can ever remember having. The bed and pillows just did not work for me. Despite having paid for a full weeks stay, I left on day three because I could not bear to subject my body and mind to another night of torcher. I liked the people but hated the rooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This quaint hotel was well worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Chrystal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Prior to arriving, I called the hotel to ask for an early check in, the receptionist told me yes. Upon arriving, the reception area smelled very bad of food and the receptionist from sitting down was yelling to me at the door, check in is at 3pm. I used translator to tell her I called and she told me I could arrive early. She agreed. I would suggest give better service to new guests. I have never been greeted in such a way by being yelled at across the room when arriving anywhere and I am a worldly traveller.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

ALEX

Liked: Staff & service
Good service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Guillermo

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

José Juan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy tranquilo, cómodo y a un precio muy económico
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Does the Job!

We stay here sometimes between Cancun and Tulum when our flights get in late or leave early. Its right off the highway and has parking. Rooms are basic, but clean and everything works. There is a restaurant open late right behind the hotel, an Oxxo next door, and a mall across the street. Price performance is good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Hugo

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Leslie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Boris

Traveled with partner
It would just be nice if the guest didn't have to ask the staff for 2 days to get the dishes to the kitchen. Especially if you book a room with a kitchen, which you need for a diet. Everything else was ok.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed two weeks. The rooms are decently clean but the area is very noisy and all that sound comes right inside. It’s worse in the “apartment” style units with cooking facilities. They’re in their own tower and have two extra windows, plus the door opens to outside. As for the cooking facilities, they don not have a microwave as advertised and they provide no cookware or dishes or utensils - but they will promise to get them sometime in the future. They’ll also promise to get clothing hangers, but never actually will. There is no laundry on site as advertised. Not in the room and not as a service. Night staff are rude, day staff are friendly if unhelpful. Night staff also cannot read Spanish well or understand any English, so be prepared to speak in only Spanish after 7 or 8pm if you need anything. The pool is sketchy and it and the main floor lobby area are sparse and unwelcoming. Do not expect to spend any time outside your room unless you’re leaving the hotel. There is a mall across the street. It’s likely one of the most expensive malls in the country, where you will find a very sketchy looking laundromat. The grocery store there is good for selection, but the prices are mismatched or simply untrue on most items we purchased. Air conditioning at the hotel worked very well and the wifi worked well most of the time. Bring your own Netflix account if you plan to use the tv at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

María Eugenia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

LaDarius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Noam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very basic, very clean. Charmless.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023