playa_nightlife.jpg Playa del Carmen is a veritable hub for parties and nightlife after the sun has gone down the breezy tropical weather brings everyone out onto the streets. With both the European and Mexican influences, many people eat late lunches, have an afternoon siesta, and then head out for dinner and drinks closer to 9:00 or 10:00 PM. Although bars and restaurants are always busy during the afternoon, and during happy hour, the young party crowd hits the clubs and bars closer to midnight, or even 1:00 AM. Partying goes on into the wee hours with many clubs open until 4:00 AM or later.

The streets, clubs and bars are always alive with all types of music and entertainment. You can find belly dancers, stilt walkers, mariachi bands, live Cuban music, ska, reggae, hip-hop, lounge, good ole' rock ‘n' roll, and blues all adding to the eclectic atmosphere we all know and love in Playa del Carmen. The energy of Playa del Carmen at night captivates and enthralls everyone, and has made Playa del Carmen famous for its energetic nightlife.

Whether on vacation, or if you live here year round, Playa del Carmen has something for every one. There are kicked back beach bars where you can feel the soft sand on your toes as you look out onto the beautiful Caribbean Sea, all the while sipping on a frosty beer, or perfectly blended margarita. Live music venues with rock and roll, or a Cuban salsa band, will surely inspire you to shake your groove thing. Want to be with the "in" crowd and be tragically hip? Try one of the minimalist roof top lounges where you can order a top notch martini all the while lounging on a bed under the stars. Try one of the rowdy Playa del Carmen sports bars to catch your favorite sporting event while quaffing chilled buckets of beer. Want to hang out with the local folk? There are great local watering holes where you can get the latest buzz going around town. And of course there are the world famous, raucous Mexican party spots, with beer sold by the yard and young people going wild. With so much fun to choose from where are you going to begin?

There is always something for everyone while in Playa del Carmen; No one ever gets bored.

Bars And Nightlife Bars and Nightlife

Bars and Nightlife

 
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2 Dollar Drinks

Location

Location 10th Avenue between 6th

and 8th Streets, and another location in Tulum.
A great place to grab, you guessed it a drink for 2 dollars, or a 12 peso beer. Packed on the weekends with young locals, they recently added a restaurant next door, called Organicos. Owner, Juan, was the first person we met in Playa del Carmen when we first moved here, and he is a great guy!
 
 
Alux

Location

Location On Juarez Avenue 3 blocks

west of the freeway

Information:

Phone 984-110-5050

This restaurant and cocktail lounge is located underground in a cave. It is well worth a visit for an appetizer and/or cocktail. You will be blown away, and we can guarantee you have not seen anything like it.

 
 
Bali NOW DUBAI

Location

Location ?Fiesta Alley? on 12th

Street between 5th and 10th Avenues

Information:

Phone 984-803-2864
New in 2006 Bali Club has a 1,200 person capacity featuring a high-tech sound and lighting system. They mix up the dance floor with a high-tech light show and some crazy fire, water and balloon effects to add to the party atmosphere. Cover charge can vary depending on the mood of the bouncers. The same owners of Bali actually closed in December 2008 and re-branded the club as Dubai.
 
 
Bang Supperclub

Location

Location Located on the beach between 4th and 6th Streets

Information:

Phone 984-803-0066
Upscale beach and dance club. Often features visiting international DJ's.
 
 
Bar Ranita

Location

Location 10th Street between 5th

and 10th Avenues

Information:

Website http://www.ranacansada.com
Phone 984-873-0389
Although Bar Ranita caters to the local community, it has an international following as well. People come from far corners of the world to come to Bar Ranita to enjoy a cool draft with the locals, which creates an incredibly fun and enjoyable atmosphere.
 
 
Basico

Location

Location Roof top of Hotel Basico

on the corner of 10th Street and 5th Avenue

Information:

Phone 984-879-4448
The newest venture from the owners of the Deseo Hotel and Lounge bring you Basico Hotel and Lounge. The rooftop cocktail lounge features luxurious lounger beds made from the backs of old trucks that combine industry with opulence. Two concrete tanks that serve as cool plunging pools only add to the industrial feel. Tranquil music combined with a wait staff straight out of Abercrombie and Fitch makes you feel like you are in with the” in” crowd.
 
 
Beer Bucket

Location

Location 10th Street between 5th

and 10th Avenues
A true local watering hole, the Beer Bucket is a great place to grab a chilled chela (beer), gab with friends, and enjoy tales from the old timers.
 
 
Blue Parrot

Location

Location 12th Street and the

beach

Information:

Website http://www.blueparrot.com
Phone 984-206-3350

The Blue Parrot Hotel and Beach Club have been in Playa del Carmen for more then 20 years. The Original owner made it a house hold name, but the new owners, since 2004, have taken it to the next level. Now it is a trendy hot spot for visitors, travelers, and locals; young and old.

 
 
Caliente's

Location

Location Paseo del Carmen upstairs

from Marti sports
With multiple screens, betting, bar food, and beer. This place is packed all of the time for televised sporting events.

 
 
Captain Daves Bad Boys

Location

Location On the beach between 2nd

and 4th Streets

Known for their kick ass Bloody Mary’s and great local live music; Bad Boy’s has been around for years ,and always has repeat visitors.

 
 
Carlos ‘n’ Charlie’s

Location

Location 5th Avenue in Plaza Paseo

del Carmen, near the ferry pier
Part of the famous Andersen Brothers conglomerate Carlos ‘n’ Charlie’s has been a long time favorite among young folk and spring breakers to drink by the yard, and party into the night.
 
 
Casa Tequila

Location

Location 5th Avenue between 4th

and 6th Streets.

Information:

Phone 984-873-0195

Sit down and sip a top shelf tequila or buy some to take with you. A large selection of tequilas and mescals are available to choose form.

 
 
Club 69

Location

Location 5th Avenue between 4th

and 6th Streets
Playa del Carmen’s only “official” gay nightclub and bar.
 
 
Club 77

Location

Location 10th Avenue at the corner

of the entrance to Playacar Phase 1

Information:

Phone 984-879-4788
Laid back and casual sports bar and cantina.
 
 
Coco Bongo

Location

Location On the corner of 10th Avenue and 12th Street
Originally in the hotel zone in Cancun this very commercial night club has now opened a location in Playa del Carmen. They have a nightly Vegas styl show that keeps people coming back night after night.
 
 
Coco Maya

Location

Location On the beach between 12th

and 14th Streets

Information:

Phone 984-803-5687

This beach club and bar is located right next door to the Blue Parrot and offers a full bar and restaurant services. Open during the day for beach lounging, and features DJ’s and dancing at night.

 
 
Deseo

Information:

Phone 984-879-3620
More reminiscent of South Beach than Mexico the Deseo Hotel and Lounge is a trendy spot to enjoy a top shelf cocktail. This roof top bar has lounger beds surrounded by white billowy curtains that only add to the “seen and be seen” atmosphere and attitude.
 
 
Di Vino

Location

Location On the corner of 5th

Avenue and 12th Street
Owned by the same company as the Glass Bar across the street, Di Vino serves up international cuisine and an even more extensive wine list.
 
 
Diabltos Cha Cha Cha

Location

Location 12th Street between 5th

Avenue and the beach

Information:

Phone 984-803-4771

Owners of Santanera have opened this trendy, upscale lounge that serves gourmet fare, and high end cocktails.

 
 
Dirty Martini Lounge

Location

Location 1st Avenue between 10th

and 12th Streets
From the innovators of the Hole in the Wall Deli and Bar comes a new hot spot for lounging and libation.

As we are inundated with young party goers filling the streets of Playa del Carmen, The Dirty Martini Lounge is the perfect respite for the mature martini connoisseur. Owners, Karen Lange and Greco Witteveen, wanted to create a comfortable and cozy atmosphere that encourages people to sit down, listen to some cool retro lounge music, sip on one of their many specialty martins, and enjoy some good conversation among friends.

They have succeeded in doing just that, and they will certainly continue to be a hit even among the most discerning of patrons. Along with an extensive martini menu, they also feature some long time classic cocktails like manhattans, old-fashioned’s, and side-cars. In addition to their specialty menus they have a fully stocked bar along with an impressive selection of wines and champagnes. When you step inside you will notice the attention to detail that is sure to make the lounge a hit among people who enjoy the finer things in life. The high end sound system, handmade bar stools, and brass hooks designed for ladies to hang their bags, only adds to the great color and décor of this intimate lounge bar.

 
 
El Pirata

Location

Location On the beach between 10th

and 12th Streets
Part of the Costa del Mar Hotel, El Pirata has been around for the past 20 years. Grab a swing by the bar at night and listen to reggae music until dawn.
 
 
Fah at Siesta Fiesta

Location

Location 5th Avenue between 8th

and 10th Streets.

Information:

Phone 984-803-1166
Always filled with happy customers enjoying the great people watching and live music; Fah Bar is a great place to take a load off after an afternoon of beach dwelling. Low key, but festive.
 
 
Fusion

Information:

Website http://www.fusionhotelmexico.com/
Phone 9848730374

Enjoy the calm ocean breeze and fantastic view from our restaurant and bar overlooking the Caribbean Sea while dining on international fusion cuisine and luscious tropical drinks.

 
 
Glass Bar

Location

Location On the corner of 12th

Street and 5th Avenue

Information:

Website http://www.theglassbar.com
Phone 984 803 1676
Mediterranean restaurant and wine bar. Try their pan fried shrimps in ginger sauce, or the roasted Chilean sea bass in asparagus cream sauce. Truly delicious.
 
 
Jam Session

Location

Location On the corner of 5th

Avenue and 40th Street

Information:

Phone 984- 803-4915

A great live music venue, The Jam Session, has created a hot spot for local and visiting musicians.

 
 
 
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