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Playa del Carmen Riviera Maya Nightclubs and Bars

Riviera Maya NightclubsThe Riviera Maya encompasses the area along the Yucatán Peninsula from Cancun to Tulum. When it comes to nightlife you have the option of indulging in an array of diverse bars, restaurants, lounges and nightclubs found along the coast. However, the nightlife scene is not as built up in the southern part of the Riviera Maya near Xcaret, Akumal and Tulum as it is in Playa del Carmen and Cancun. 

Playa del Carmen doesn't offer the wild nightlife scene that you can find in Cancun. However, there are plenty of fun places to go if you're in the mood for a few drinks or some late-night dancing. Here you'll find less of a rowdy spring break vibe and more of a chic party atmosphere that caters to guests seeking more than just the next wet T-shirt contest. The majority of nightlife venues are located on or around Fifth Avenue or on the beach. With Playa del Carmen being home to a mix of people from all over the world, the city offers a bohemian feel, especially when it comes to nightlife.

Most of the nighttime diversions in southern Riviera Maya can be found at resorts that feature bars and live entertainment. Getting to Playa del Carmen or Cancun from Tulum is about a 30 minute to one hour drive and a taxi costs between $30 (Playa del Carmen) and $65 (to Cancun). You can still experience the wild nightlife scene in Cancun even if you're not staying there, but we recommend that you make a trip out of it and stay overnight at a hotel to avoid the sometimes sketchy service in the early morning hours.

Bali
Location: Calle 12 Norte, Lt 4, Mz 31
Phone: 52-984-803-2864
Bali is one of Playa del Carmen’s more stylish nightclubs. Inside guests can dance and party the night away while admiring the Indian-inspired décor. The club’s 1,200-person capacity means that it can host one of the largest nightly parties in the area.

Blue Parrot Beach Club
Location: Blue Parrot Hotel, Calle 12 Norte y la Playa
Phone: 52-984-206-3350
Located directly on the beach, the Blue Parrot offers a place to dance in the sand under the stars. During the day the club is a popular spot for guests to lounge in the sun. A daytime DJ sets the scene with relaxing mood music that complements the beachside vibe. When the sun goes down, the club transforms into a popular nightlife venue. International guest DJs spin an eclectic mix of music in three different environments- a beach dance floor, palapa lounge and palapa-covered sky bar. Each environment features a different genre of music appealing to guests from all over the world.

El Cielo
Location: Calle 4 entre la 5 y Avenida 10
Phone: 52-984-803-2294
El Cielo is divided into three distinct areas, each with their own flavor and vibe. The first area is decked out in white and features smooth lounge music. Next, the red area offers an invigorating soundtrack that clubbers can’t resist. When it comes time to take a break from dancing, the outdoor veranda is the perfect spot to chill out. It features a mainstream soundtrack of chart-topping hits.

La Santanera
Location: Calle 12 entre Avenida 5 y 10 Mz.30
Phone: 52-984-803-2294
Known for a hip atmosphere and special guest DJs, La Santanera features both a cool lounge area and a lively nightclub spread out over the two-story complex. The top floor is a comfortable lounge with kitschy Mexican wrestling and Santeria (Caribbean voodoo) décor. The first floor features an exhilarating nightclub atmosphere where you can party on the always-packed dance floor. A bar is located in the middle with VIP areas offering beds and curtains. La Santanera hosts various nightly parties and special theme nights and attracts those who like to see and be seen. 

Bourbon Street
Location: Ave. 5
Phone: 52-984-803-3022
Located on Fifth Avenue, Bourbon Street is a fun place to go for a drink and some people watching. Decorating the wall behind the bar is a collage of interesting black and white photos, adding to bar’s cool vibe.  Beer lovers won’t want to miss this bar as it’s one of the few places in Cozumel that serves draft beer. Many nights the bar hosts live blues music. For a casual night of drinking and some good company, this is the place to be.

Cabalova
Location: 5th Avenue and Calle 28
Phone: 52-984-
This sports bar is anything but average. Instead of offering a typical menu of pizza and hamburgers, Cabalova serves sushi, sashimi and other Japanese favorites. Known as the most popular sports bar in town, Cabalova has a giant screen that covers most of the wall. They show all of the major sports events from North America and Europe live and with English commentary. People come here to eat, hang out and watch a game accompanied by one of Cabalova’s signature drinks. They’re known for serving the best mojito in town. 

Carlos’ n Charlies
Location: Av. 10 Nte. Num 140
Phone: 52-984-803-3498
This terrace and tapas bar offers guests a great view of the ocean and the city of Playa del Carmen. During the day, the restaurant and bar attracts people looking for a lively place to enjoy a meal or one of their signature margaritas. When the sun goes down Carlos’ n Charlies is home to a nightly party.

Deseo Lounge
Location: Ave. 5
Phone: 52-984-879-3620
Located at the Deseo Hotel, this rooftop lounge is one of the coolest places in town. Furnished with a predominantly white décor, this lounge attracts a hip crowd who enjoys a good drink. Along with chairs there are double beds for lounging and a rooftop pool. Silent films from the ’20s and ’30s are projected onto an adjacent wall. When it comes to contemporary chic, Deseo Lounge is the place to be.

Tequila Barrel
Location: Ave. 5
Phone: 52-984-
If you’re in the mood for an everyday North American sports bar, then look no further. Tequila Barrel is a laid back place where you can go for a drink, watch a game and even place a bet.  When it comes to food, the bar serves typical favorites including Buffalo wings. Their bar menu features more than 70 different tequilas and a regular happy hour. People come here to enjoy a drink and the lively atmosphere. The street-side lounge area offers a good view of the Fifth Avenue nightly promenade.

Bulldog Cafe
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan Km 8.9 Punta Cancun, Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988- 848-9850
Located in the heart of Cancun, Bulldog Café was created by musicians for musicians and music fans alike. The club hosts a nightly line-up of well known local and international bands. Lucha Libre Shows (live wrestling), bikini contests, a Chippendales show and various theme parties are also part of the entertainment. DJs spin a mix of rock, hip-hop, alternative, salsa and international music. The VIP area has a private spa tub for women only.

Coco Bongo
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan Km 9 Forum by the sea mall Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988- 883-5061
Combine live entertainment, interactive performers and a crazy party atmosphere and you have Coco Bongo. Here you can dance the night away while being entertained by rock ’n’ roll and salsa bands, world-class acrobats and impersonators portraying Madonna, Britney Spears and other pop icons. Along with this DJs spin a mix of ’70s, ’80s, dance, trance, hip-hop and rave music. Large screens and a laser light show add to this multisensory experience.

Dady O
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan Km 9 in front of the Forum by the sea mall, Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988-883-3333
With its nightly world-famous laser light show, Dady O is one of the area’s most popular destinations for dancing. The club hosts local and world-renowned DJs who spin a mix of ’70s, ’80s, dance, trance and hip-hop music. State-of-the-art lighting and sound combined with blasts of CO2 effects, a high-energy soundtrack and six bars located throughout the club create a party atmosphere that draws people from all over the world.

Dady Rock Restaurant Bar & Club
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan Km 9 in front of the Forum by the Sea mall
Phone: 52-988-883-3333
Get a bit to eat from the Tex Mex menu and then stay for the party at Dady Rock. The two-story club features four bars and an outdoor terrace with ample places to party the night away. A top-notch light, audio and video system create the perfect setting for the club’s various special events including wet T-shirt contests and ladies night featuring an attractive male contest.

O Ultra Club
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan Km 9.5, Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988-883-3333
This intimate lounge features a sexy and chic atmosphere where you can gather with friends and enjoy a selection from the vast specialty drink menu including premium cocktails, wines and champagne. Decked out in contemporary leathers with red and black accents, this club attracts a slightly more sophisticated scene away from the spring break partiers. Live DJs add to the ambience with European-inspired house and deep house music.

The City
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan Km 9 Party Center, Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988-848-8380
With a name like The City you expect a party destination unlike any other, and this club doesn’t disappoint. Featuring a 1,000,000-watt sound system, 650 square feet of video screens, 8,000 square feet of floor space and nine bars, The City is the largest entertainment center in Latin America. The three-story club hosts live entertainment from world-renowned performers and a nightly line-up of special events and parties. Some of their past performers include Fergie, Flo Rida, 50 cent, Sasha, Tiesto and Paul Van Dyk.

Basic
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan Km 10.3 Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988-883-2180, 52-988-883-2179
Basic is the only nightclub in Cancun built over a lagoon. The club’s unique half-opened architecture offers guests a place to party with an incredible view. Featuring state-of-the-art music and lighting technology, Basic lets partiers go wild while surrounded by water and the area’s other natural elements.

Over 30 Club
Location: Km 10.3 in the Hotel Zone, next to Marina Punta del Este
Phone: 52-988-892-0060, 52-988-883-5348 
Situated on the lagoon, Over 30 Club is a happening place to hear your favorite classic rock hits. While there are plenty of clubs attracting crowds of spring breaker revelers, this club caters to guests 30 years of age and older who still like to party. The club is located in front of Hyatt Cancun Caribe. Here guests can participate in karaoke contests, get down on the dance floor or just relax with a drink while enjoying the beautiful view of the lagoon and its islands.

Sabor Latino
Location: Plaza Hong Kong, Loc 31, Sm 20
Phone: 52-988-898-4006
At Sabor Latino guests can get a taste of everyday nightlife in Latin America. Locals get their groove on to traditional Latin tunes giving onlookers the chance to learn some new dance steps. Party on the dance floor or enjoy a drink at the bar, Sabor Latino is always home to a good time.

Señor Frog
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 9.5, in front of Chac Mool beach, Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988-883-1092
Señor Frog’s is perhaps the most famous nightclub in Cancun, and it’s no wonder why. With all-you-can-drink specials, contests, conga lines and a water slide that winds through the club and dumps willing patrons into a lagoon outside, this is one place where the party never stops.

Azucar Caribbean Bar
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 8.8, Punta Cancun next to Dreams Cancun Resort and Spa, Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988-848-7000
Azucar showcases some of the best Latin American bands. It’s considered one of the most prestigious bars in the area and proper dress is required. Jeans and sneakers are not allowed.

Bling Restobar
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 13.5
Phone: 52-988-840-6014
Part restaurant and part nightlife destination, Bling Restobar features an open-air lounge bar overlooking the lagoon. The restaurant serves international dishes in a comfortable and chic setting. On the open-air lounge guests can mix and mingle at the circular center bar. There are various chairs and tables where guests can chat with friends while sipping on a selection from the fully-stocked bar.

Congo
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 8.9 in front of the discothèque The City
Phone: 52-988-883-0563
Located on a terrace, this bar is a popular party spot. DJs spin dance music and get the crowd going with various contests.

Corona Bar
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 9, in front of The City nightclub, Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988- 883-2145
This casual walk-up bar is the perfect spot to watch all the action on the street while sipping a Corona or other mixed drink. The bar has daily specials making it a popular meeting spot before heading out on the town. If you’re looking for something less dance oriented and more about just drinking, this laid back bar is the place to be.

Dos Equis XX Terrace Bar
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 9 next to Dady 'O
Phone: 52-988-883-3333
This bar and terrace is home to music, entertainment and an outrageous party atmosphere.  The Caribbean-style bar is decorated with palms, palapas, hammocks, beds and has a spa tub. When it comes to live entertainment the bar hosts dancers, a reggaeton band, aerialists and DJs who spin rock, disco, hip-hop and electronic music in Spanish.

Champions 
Location: Marriott Casa Magna hotel, Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 14.5 Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988-881-2043
Located at the Mariott Casa Magna this bar and restaurant is a popular hangout for sports fans. It also attracts those looking for a casual place to enjoy a bite to eat and their favorite drink. Champions has two pool tables and hosts a live DJ during Saturday night karaoke.

La Taberna 
Location: Yaxchilan Avenue, Downtown
Phone: 52-988-887-5433
Located in downtown Cancun, this sports bar, restaurant and internet café is a popular hangout for locals and tourists. The menu features traditional and international favorites including cheeseburgers and enchiladas. People come here to enjoy a casual meal and good company.

Fat Tuesday
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 6.5 of the Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988-887-5433
Known as the official place for spring break and as the house of daiquiris Fat Tuesday is always home to a raucous party scene. The bar is located right on the beach and features a wall lined with various frozen drinks. Bring your towel and suntan lotion and get ready for some fun in the sun.

Mambo Cafe
Location: Sm 35 Mz 2 Lote 3, Plaza las Americas
Phone: 52-988-887-8761
Mambo Café is located near downtown Cancun and is a popular nightspot for locals. The bar combines the concept of a Caribbean-type discotheque with marine tropical décor and the best of Latin music. With an innovative lighting and sound system the clubs hosts some of the best international music groups who perform Caribbean musical genres including salsa, meringue and mambo.  

Señor Frog
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 9.5, in front of Chac Mool beach, Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988-883-1092
Señor Frog’s is perhaps the most famous nightclub in Cancun, and it’s no wonder why. With all-you-can-drink specials, contests, conga lines and a water slide that winds through the club and dumps willing patrons into a lagoon outside, this is one place where the party never stops.

Azucar Caribbean Bar
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 8.8, Punta Cancun next to Dreams Cancun Resort and Spa, Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988-848-7000
Azucar showcases some of the best Latin American bands. It’s considered one of the most prestigious bars in the area and proper dress is required. Jeans and sneakers are not allowed.

Bling Restobar
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 13.5
Phone: 52-988-840-6014
Part restaurant and part nightlife destination, Bling Restobar features an open-air lounge bar overlooking the lagoon. The restaurant serves international dishes in a comfortable and chic setting. On the open-air lounge guests can mix and mingle at the circular center bar. There are various chairs and tables where guests can chat with friends while sipping on a selection from the fully-stocked bar.

Congo
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 8.9 in front of the discothèque The City
Phone: 52-988-883-0563
Located on a terrace, this bar is a popular party spot. DJs spin dance music and get the crowd going with various contests.

Corona Bar
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 9, in front of The City nightclub, Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988- 883-2145
This casual walk-up bar is the perfect spot to watch all the action on the street while sipping a Corona or other mixed drink. The bar has daily specials making it a popular meeting spot before heading out on the town. If you’re looking for something less dance oriented and more about just drinking, this laid back bar is the place to be.

Dos Equis XX Terrace Bar
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 9 next to Dady 'O
Phone: 52-988-883-3333
This bar and terrace is home to music, entertainment and an outrageous party atmosphere.  The Caribbean-style bar is decorated with palms, palapas, hammocks, beds and has a spa tub. When it comes to live entertainment the bar hosts dancers, a reggaeton band, aerialists and DJs who spin rock, disco, hip-hop and electronic music in Spanish.

Champions 
Location: Marriott Casa Magna hotel, Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 14.5 Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988-881-2043
Located at the Mariott Casa Magna, this bar and restaurant is a popular hangout for sports fans. It also attracts those looking for a casual place to enjoy a bite to eat and their favorite drink. Champions has two pool tables and hosts a live DJ during Saturday night karaoke.

La Taberna 
Location: Yaxchilan Avenue, Downtown
Phone: 52-988-887-5433
Located in downtown Cancun, this sports bar, restaurant and internet café is a popular hangout for locals and tourists. The menu features traditional and international favorites including cheeseburgers and enchiladas. People come here to enjoy a casual meal and good company.

Fat Tuesday
Location: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 6.5 of the Hotel Zone
Phone: 52-988-887-5433
Known as the official place for spring break and as the house of daiquiris, Fat Tuesday is always home to a raucous party scene. The bar is located right on the beach and features a wall lined with various frozen drinks. Bring your towel and suntan lotion and get ready for some fun in the sun.

Mambo Cafe
Location: Sm 35 Mz 2 Lote 3, Plaza las Americas
Phone: 52-988-887-8761
Mambo Café is located near downtown Cancun and is a popular nightspot for locals. The bar combines the concept of a Caribbean-type discotheque with marine tropical décor and the best of Latin music. With an innovative lighting and sound system, the clubs hosts some of the best international music groups who perform Caribbean musical genres including salsa, meringue and mambo.