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Review: Thompson Playa Del Carmen Main House

by Rocky Horan
Last updated April 2, 2023

Welcome to the Thompson Playa Del Carmen Main House. The centrally located adults only, kids free hotel offers a luxurious place to stay in the heart of the entertainment district. Just three blocks from the beach, and steps from several restaurants, shops, and nightclubs, guests have everything Playa del Carmen within walking distance. The Thompson Playa Del Carmen Main House is part of Hyatt hotel’s program and guests can earn and burn points at this location. Plus, this Thompson is part of the Hyatt Prive program offering free upgrades, 3rd night free, and resort credits. Easily making this one of best options for Hyatt Playa Del Carmen stays.

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Location

Located in the heart of Playa del Carmen, the Thompson Playa Del Carmen Main House is a luxurious boutique hotel that promises an unforgettable experience for its guests. The hotel is nestled on a vibrant street lined with shops, restaurants, and bars, and is just a stone’s throw away from the stunning beaches of the Riviera Maya. The hotel is nestled in the heart of the entertainment zone, perfect for guests visiting and looking to take in the vibrant nightlife of Playa Del Carmen. It’s also very close to all other activities in Playa. Making it a great place to explore the Yucatan via private tours from Chichen Itza to Xcaret parks and ziplining and more. 

Property

The Thompson Playa Del Carmen Main House is a stunning property that boasts a modern and chic design. The interiors are sophisticated and stylish, with clean lines and minimalist décor that exudes elegance and comfort. There’s local art and builds on the vibrant Mexican culture in a modern way.

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The hotel is small, having a boutique-like feel. The 92 rooms and suites are spacious and well-appointed, with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer breathtaking views of the city or the Caribbean Sea from the second floor and rooftop.

Amazing Infinity Pool

The hotel’s amenities are second to none, with an array of facilities designed to cater to every need. Work up a sweat in the state-of-the-art fitness center and then spend all day relaxing by the pool. The rooftop infinity pool is the perfect place to relax and soak up the sun. During the day the rooftop is open to the public as an adults only day club. On the weekends there is a DJ, Friday – Sunday. Making the rooftop a popular place for those who want amazing ocean views, without the mess of the sand.

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Additional Amenities

One of the standout features of the Thompson Playa Del Carmen Main House is its dining options. The hotel’s signature restaurants include Cinco for breakfast and Lunch and Umi for dinner. UMI Rooftop + Tokyo Kitchen offers amazing views for dinner with delicious Japanese food and sushi. 

The Thompson Playa Del Carmen Main House also has plenty to offer in terms of activities and excursions nearby. For those who enjoy the beach, just 3 short blocks away is sister hotel Thompson Playa Del Carmen Beach House. Soak up the sun and beach here. Beach access is included in part of your stay at the main house. 

The hotel also features a small gym in the basement. For those who are looking to work out while enjoying the World of Hyatt Playa del carmen property, there’s both cardio equipment and free range weights to meet your needs

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Room & Suites

Thompson Playa Del Carmen Main House features both standard rooms and suites. I stayed at this hotel for 4 nights over two reservations. The first night I was in a standard King room with Balcony. This was an upgrade from the Queen Room city view due to Hyatt Prive benefits, only available when booking via an approved agency. 

King Balcony

The King balcony room is 540 square feet and includes a private balcony with a table for two and a plus daybed for relaxing and taking in view of the ocean, Quinta Avenida and the lively city center. The king rooms have luxurious high tread count sheets and blankets, a sitting area, and lots of space to relax while taking in the city. The beautiful bathroom also includes a single sink and two stalls. A private stall for the toilet and another for the rainfall shower.

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Thompson Suite

The next 3 nights, I took part in the Hyatt Prive promotion for this hotel which is currently, Stay 2 nights, the 3rd night is free. I booked a double queen balcony room and was able to use Prive to upgrade to a Thompson Suite. The Thompson Suite is a larger 840 sq foot room with a massive bathroom and lots of space to relax.

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The wall floor to ceiling windows open to an extra large terrace with a private hot tub, daybed, and dining table for two.

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Back in the suite, the extra large bathroom features double sinks, and two large stalls. One for the toilet and a second for a spa-like rainfall shower. From a large bench to the large space, easily enough for two. The bathroom and shower are absolutely amazing. After your shower enjoy the Thompson robes and slippers included in every room. 

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Hyatt Prive Benefits 

As a Hyatt Prive guest, you’ll receive a range of complimentary perks during your stay at the Thompson Playa Del Carmen Main House. These benefits may include:

First, enjoy complimentary breakfast every day for two.  You’ll receive a daily complimentary full breakfast for two guests at the hotel’s signature restaurant. Including Coffee, Juice, Eggs, and more. This can be a great way to start your day and fuel up for a day of exploring the town or relaxing on the beach.

Second, room upgrades are confirmed within 24 hours of booking.  You’ll be upgraded to the next room category upon arrival, subject to availability. This means you may be able to enjoy a larger room or suite with better views or more luxurious amenities than you originally booked. For this Hyatt Playa Del Carmen Thompson hotel you can enjoy the following upgrades

Possible Room Upgrades

Upgrades are possible when requested by your travel advisor via the Hyatt Privé program. There are several options available and it’s best to always use a Prive approved agency to ensure you can get one of the follow upgrades applied to your booking.

  1. 1 Queen Bed to 1 King Bed
  2. 1 King Bed to 1 King Balcony
  3. 2 Queen Beds to 2 Queen Balcony
  4. City View room to Thompson Suite
  5. Thompson Suite to Junior Suite
  6. Others subjected to availability.

Like all Privé benefits, enjoy early check-in and late check-out: You’ll have the option to check in early and stay for a 4pm check out late, subject to availability. This can be particularly helpful if you have an early morning arrival or a late departure flight.

Spend at the bar without worry. Enjoy a $100 hotel credit per stay. Great for use during the day at the pool parties or during dinner at Umi. 

Finally, each Privé stays comes with a welcome amenity: You’ll receive a welcome amenity in your room upon arrival, such as a bottle of wine or a fruit basket, to make your stay even more special.

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Welcome Amenity

And remember, with every Prive stay, you’ll also receive personalized attention from a dedicated Hyatt Prive advisor who can help with any special requests or arrangements you may need during your stay As Prive guests are Hyatt’s highest priority, thus, making Prive a great option even for World of Hyatt Elite guests. 

Bottom Line

When you are looking for a Hyatt Cancun or Hyatt Playa Del Carmen stay, the Thompson Main house is a great option for guests and colleagues alike. The hotel is not an all inclusive resort and perfect for those looking for a full service hotel, that is not a big resort. Enjoy the best benefits with Hyatt Prive during your stay. Not only can you save money with the Prive Only 3rd night free benefit, but you can enjoy all the benefits of Prive. The location of the hotel is great, especially for those who want to take advantage of the restaurant, bar, and club scenes of Playa Del Carmen. When you’re ready to book your Hyatt Prive stay, please reach out to use at Scott & Thomas.

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About Rocky Horan

Rocky started blogging on his own website When Doublewides Fly to share information about flying around the world on a dime. By maximizing miles and points, cheap deals, sales, backpacking. Now Rocky has traveled to 110 countries, all 7 continents and works as a travel advisor to help clients experience the world.

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