Area Info
A couple of frequently asked questions:
Where is Puerto Aventuras?
Puerto Aventuras is located centrally between the hopping chic town of Playa Del Carmen and the eco beach town of Tulum where one of the famous Mayan ruins is located. Puerto Aventuras is one hour south of Cancun International Airport.
What is Puerto Aventuras like?
Puerto Aventuras is a gated town with a mixed population of tourists and local residents of all ages and nationalities. The village is complete with a grocery store, specialty markets, boutique shops, restaurants, a wonderful school, golf course, tennis courts, skate park, breathtaking sandy beaches, coral reef lined shore and the only marina south of Cancun.
Is the area safe?
Yes, the town has a gated entry and is security patroled 24/7. This town is a luxury community with friendly families, smiling workers and happy tourists alike. The roads are all paved and have large sidewalks. Here you will find people walking, biking, riding golf carts and cars.
On a side note, the media broadcasts Mexico as being extremely dangerous. What they forget to mention is that Mexico is a huge country and the episodes that are happening are located near the border towns. By car it would take you close two days to arrive there, so I am sure you will not come across any problems.
Please click on these two images to see just how safe Mexico is compared to the USA and many other countries in the world.
Should we bring cash or travelers checks to Mexico?
I recommend traveling with a little cash and using an ATM to retrieve cash in pesos at the best rate possible. There are several ATMs in Puerto Aventuras. Most of the restaurants may advertise that they take credit card but please do not count on this. There are many times the credit card machines are out of service. The ATM next to the Cedam Museum is the best ATM (low fees and good exchange rates) to use in all of Puerto Aventuras.
How do you call in Mexico and what are the emergency phone numbers there?
Calling in Mexico can be unfamiliar. Please look below for some guidelines. Additional emergency phone numbers are listed below.
CALLING
52 ● 984 ● 1234567
Country Code ● Area Code ● Last Seven
To call the US & Canada 001+ area code + phone number
To call local numbers Dial last 7 digits of phone number
To call local CELL phones from landline Dial 044 + 984 + last 7 digits
To call local CELL phones from cell Dial last 7 digits of phone number
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Ambulance Service 984.873.0493
Playa Del Carmen Police 984.873.0163
Playa Del Carmen Fire 984.879.3670
Puerto Aventuras Security 984.873.5173
Poison Control (US Vonage) 1.800.456.7707
Restaurants
Acentos
Description: Delicatessen restaurant, gourmet market with fine wines and cheeses. Great baguette sandwiches.
Contact: 984.802.8636
Al Cielo
Description: Upscale beach restaurant with mouth watering paella. Go for the day and pay for a lounger and be waited on in view of their stunning beach.
Reservation required.
Location: Just south of Puerto Aventuras on Xpuha beach.
Contact: 984.840.9012
www.alcielohotel.com/restaurant.htm
Bamboo
Description: Coffee, espresso, smoothies, ice cream, treats, paninis, and free wifi. They have tasty freshly baked croissants and cookies to go along with their homemade ice cream and fine coffees. Their chocolate croissants are heavenly to say the least!
Contact: 984.106.6537
Cafe Olé
Description: Mexican/ American with seafood, salad bar, rib night and homemade pies. Fantastic live music throughout the week.
Contact: 984.873.5125
Dolce Vita
Description: A charming little restaurant with great Italian food and romantic atmosphere.
Esencia
Description: A seaside estate with five star spa and restaurant. Be ready to have a wonderful experience at a pretty penny.
Location: Location: Just south of Puerto Aventuras on Xpuha beach.
Contact: 984.873.4835
http://www.hotelesencia.com/en/tastes/tastes-menu.html
Hoo Haa’s
Description: The liveliest spot in the village. Mexican/ American cuisine and gigantic margaritas. Live music and karaoke throughout the week.
Contact: 984.127.4508
Latitude 20
Description: Wonderful ribs and fresh fish tacos. Try the avocado lime pie! This is where you will find many locals. The restaurant is located in front of Dreams hotel in view of the kayak dolphin swim. Check their boards in front of the restaurant for announcements of live music.
Contact: 984.128-2933
Massimo
Description: Italian cuisine, offering fresh pasta and brick oven thin crust pizza.
Contact: 984.873.5418
Omni Resort Bar
Description: Swim up bar on one side, regular bar on the other. Located a couple steps from the tide and has the best views of all of Puerto Aventuras. Fantastic meals, bites and beverages. An all day affair.
Palma Manati
Description: Sit on a swing under a palapa, have a drink and a light bite.
Paparazzi Pizza
Description: Great valued pizza. 2 x 1 Specials daily! They have fresh fruit and vegetable juices as well. Dine in or delivery.
Contact: 984.873.5651
Pelican Point
Description: Freshest of fish around, impeccable host and a remarkable international menu. Fine Italian wines and an air conditioned bar.
Contact: 984.802.9341 - Reservations highly recommended.
Pizza Aventuras
Description: Always good, pizza for delivery only. This is the best NY style pizza around,quality ingredients and no skimping. They have baked chicken wings. They take 45 minutes but are worth the wait! They close at 7:30.
Contact: 984.802.8888
Pizza Paparazzi
Description: The local choice for pizza. They have 2x1 specials for a small upcharge.
Contact: 984.8073.5651
Taco Paco
Description: Fantastic fresh fish and shrimp tacos with a whole bar full of fresh salsas and condiments to customize your taco. Try the shrimp stuffed pepper. Located near the PemEx station outside of the gates. A must have lunch stop.
The Pub
Description: Ice cold beer served up with traditional pub fare and Mexican cuisine. Killer margaritas - do not have more than two or you may just find yourself dancing on the bar. All their food is consitent and moderately priced. Fish and chips is a great option. For breakfast don’t forget to order the fresh fruit plate. Live music throughout the week, large screen tv’s and a pool table.
Contact: 984.873.5130
Xenote
Description: Mayan, Yucatecan and International cuisine on the beach at the Omni Resort. If you are up early this is a great spot to have breakfast on the beach.
Contact: 984.873.5086