Perfect location Looks exactly like the pictures Very clean & comfortable

Stayed in July 2025

The restaurant was lovely and reasonably priced. They do cater to vegetarians, which I appreciated, though the vegetarian dinner option we had wasn’t the best. Also, the bed was quite hard, which made sleeping a bit uncomfortable.

This smaller hotel was absolutely beautiful—so much better than the large five-star resorts in Cancun. It had a peaceful, calming vibe that made it perfect for reading, writing, or just relaxing. The staff were incredibly friendly, and the service felt personal and genuine. There was plenty of shade when needed, but the sun and natural light were just stunning. I especially loved the morning sunrise service—it really set the tone for the day. I met a woman who had stayed there four times, and I completely see why. I wish I had extended my stay—it was such a special place, and I’d definitely go back.

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing

Clean and nice

Stayed in July 2025

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Beautiful hotel on the beach. Not too big and staff were friendly and helpful

Stayed in July 2025

The staff was not the friendliest. We’re not used to big tipping in Europe (but still did) and felt they were not too keen to provide amazing service in the restaurants. Prices of the lunch was quite high.

Really lovely spot. We came after a couple days at a luxury all-inclusive resort and were so relived to come here. Quiet, no crowds, lovely bungalows! Stayed with young kids and elderly parents and everyone had an amazing time. Plenty of chairs at the beach, very comfy chairs. Wonderful massages and very reasonably prized. Would absolutely recommend if you are looking for a quiet getaway and don’t need all the entertainment at the big resorts. Our kids (6 and 8) preferred this over slides and kids-clubs. Many European families (like us) so it was nice to be with likeminded people who were looking for the same (relaxing) experience.

Stayed in March 2025

Dinner service only started at 7pm, which with small children can be tricky to accomodate. And bar service for food stops at 5pm so there's a gap where it's hard to get food in the hotel. But staff were accommodating in terms of getting food in take away boxes from breakfast/dinner.

Small hotel, very quiet and cosy. Surrounding space is beautiful, lots of animals around (but not in a scary way) and food in restaurant was very good. Everyone was kind, respectable and friendly with us and our son.

Stayed in May 2025

Nice place, spacious and clean room, nice pool, nice beach, attentive staff, awesome breakfast and dinner, really liked that it did not have the large resort vibe.

Stayed in April 2025

The beds in the bungalows are quite small.

Beautiful smaller hotel between all the massive hotels. Nice views from the terrace and good food. Breakfast and dinner are not very special but tasty. Lunch options are really nice.

Stayed in April 2025

We absolutely loved the place, so these are just a few minor points for improvement: - service was a bit slow - coffee at breakfast wasnt quite up the the standard of the place

Lovely little hotel, great place to chill out, great staff, decent prices at the bar. You absolutely need a car/taxi. Avenida 5 is about 25 minutes by car (that is not a bad thing, you just need to be aware).

Stayed in April 2025

Lovely property. It was nice to have a restaurant serving healthier food options. I was very impressed by their salad bar. The beach was lovely. Rooms are simple but clean. The complementary yoga was a lovely touch.

Stayed in March 2025

We really enjoyed our stay at the hotel. The grounds were beautiful and well-kept, creating a relaxing atmosphere. Breakfast was a highlight—there was a great variety of fresh fruits and juices, which we truly appreciated. The restaurant team was also very kind and helpful. Thank you for a lovely experience

Stayed in March 2025

Not being able to access the ocean in front of the property was not ideal with young children (you need to walk a few hundred meters), although the abundant seaweed made the sea less attractive than the pool anyway. WiFi in the room had poor signal.

The setting, furniture, and vegetation make the resort very charming. The food for breakfast and dinner exceeded our expectations for quality and variety. The staff was friendly and attentive.

Stayed in March 2025

Right on the beach. Amazing sand. Small facility with 30 rooms in 5 buildings. Plus, it's has around 20 bungalows. Great breakfast buffet and dishes from the menu are included. We didn't eat dinner at the hotel, though many did. You will want to have a car due to the distance from Playa del Carmen. Right in front of the hotel is not great for swimming due to coral and spiny urchins. Very short walk to where one can get in the beautiful water.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing, we liked everything! :)

Small charming hotel, with very nice green garden where you may see local animals hanging around. Every morning we watched sunrise in the beach, during this time they offer coffee for the early birds! After that we went to yoga class. The bed and pillows were good, room was quiet, rooms are very basic, and nothing special. Hotel personnel is very kind and helpful. We arrived at 10AM and got the room right away. Day before I asked for early check in with an extra charge, but they refused. During check in at 10AM they did not ask any money for early check in. Food: Very good breakfast and dinner. In the morning, some food is served as buffee, most of the main dishes have to be ordered, some dishes were with extra charge, however there is no need to pay extra as there are many options that you can order for free. Dinner - soup and salat is served as buffee, main course and dessert has to be ordered separately. Every day the menu changes, there were two options of main dish and dessert. Food and the drinks in the beach bar is also very good. Food prices at the beach are very reasonable, cocktails start for 185MXN. Beach: small and charming beach area, the area is not big, however there were always free sun beds. For swimming, I suggest to use swimming shoes, as there are some rocks in the sea. If someone wants to snorkel, then there is nothing to see. Shops and walking around: The hotel is far away from Playa del Carmen centre - you have to take a taxi. There is nowhere to walk around in the neighbourhood, closest shop is 1.4km far away. We went to the shop few times, however we did not miss the "walking around" part at all. Would definitely stay again in this hotel! :)

Stayed in February 2025

Service at dinner was very slow and there was one bar tender who didn’t acknowledge me for 20 minutes

Very nice

Stayed in March 2025

Communication with beach waiters was tricky. I asked for a parasol and was told they had none left, that someone will come help me move a deck shade to the shadow. None came so I asked again, I was then told no one could help me... Then a lady who arrived after me was brought a parasol.... After someone left a spot in the shadows I moved and the waiter was upset. I had to explain I didn't steal anyone's spot... Then it was very tricky to be served anything.

Room was very good, clean and spacious Breakfast was amazing Hotel was peaceful, we even saw animals The staff was amazing (except for the beach waiters) The food and cocktail were great ! Highly recommend.

Stayed in February 2025

The restaurant meals (buffet) were mediocre - we had breakfast and dinner.

Loved the beach location.

Stayed in February 2025

Such a charming and beautiful place! We loved being right on the beach, doing yoga every morning (the instructor was fantastic at Spanish + English instruction), and the staff were so kind and helpful. The food was also really good - it was thoughtful and made with high quality ingredients. For breakfast they had a great buffet with made to order options as well, lunch and drinks were for sale at the cute bar and patio overlooking the water, and dinner was either a buffet or made to order with a few nice options. Overall this place is fantastic and I can find no faults. We hope to be back!

Stayed in February 2025

My husband is a runner and says the area around the hotel is not so great for runs. Our room had 2 double beds (full size) and we're quite tall, so next time we'll make sure to book the king size bed.

We had a wonderful stay at Petit Lafitte - the food and staff were terrific. We didn't have the all-inclusive dinner option but ended up having dinner at the hotel most nights because the food was so good. We loved the secluded pool and private beach (the swimming area is a few hundred feet to the right - and the beach was objectively better than the beaches in front of the 5-star luxury resorts in the area) Our room and beds were very comfortable; the wifi worked well for my husband, who had to take work calls. We had an issue with our room AC, which was fixed immediately. Petit Lafitte is such a relaxing hotel; it didn't feel crowded, and it's family-friendly (not a party crowd) I enjoyed the daily yoga and the lazy afternoons spent on the beach. We will definitely be back.

Stayed in February 2025

Their Shuttle service seems to be very busy or they select customers to service and spare some for taxis which they get commissions from! I felt being ignored by the reception for my many shuttle requests.

Beatiful location in the nature. Attentive and smiling staff. Clean and spacious rooms. Good food.

Stayed in February 2025

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Great location and beautiful small hotel. Lovely breakfast and loved the early bird coffee when watching the sun rise.

Stayed in February 2025

Hotel rooms are clearly dated and could use a renovation / upgrade, although they are clean and big enough. Also would suggest they start dinner at 6 instead of 7, as the latter is too late for small children.

Very relaxed, perfectly situated hotel with an amazing beach bar, great pool and very family / child friendly. Food and cocktails were consistently good and staff was very friendly. Very good value for what you get vs eg the regional all-in resorts. Loved the small scale feel.

Stayed in February 2025

Great location. Wonderful staff and delicious food

Stayed in January 2025

However, it does make visiting Playa del Carmen’s city center less convenient, as getting there requires a taxi. The hotel charges high tariffs for transportation, so we recommend renting a car to save costs and gain flexibility. There were a couple of minor drawbacks. Tipping on top of included meals felt a bit confusing, especially for European travelers unfamiliar with the practice. Additionally, the shower water in our bungalow had an unusual smell, likely related to regional sargassum issues that can affect the area.

Our stay at Petit Lafitte in a beachfront bungalow was a wonderful and unforgettable experience. The view from our bungalow was absolutely stunning—waking up to the sound of the waves and the breathtaking sight of the ocean was a highlight of our trip. The beach was perfect for long, peaceful walks, and the tranquil atmosphere made it an ideal getaway from the hustle and bustle. The food was consistently delicious, with fresh and flavorful options that never disappointed. The staff were exceptional—friendly, attentive, and always eager to make our stay as enjoyable as possible. The facilities were well-maintained and met the expectations of a quality 4-star hotel. Please see our stay Vlog on our TY channel @SpicyEuroFusion

Stayed in December 2024