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Encanto el Faro

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An exclusive beachfront resort, the Encanto el Faro offers two- and three-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens ideal for accommodating both small and large families.

Calle 10 y Zona Federal Maritima

Playa del Carmen

77710 Playa del Carmen, ROO

Room Descriptions

Two Bedroom Suite

This 1,075-square-foot suite has two separate bedrooms. The master bedroom comes with a king-size bed and the secondary bedroom has a queen-size bed or two double beds. The bedding features pillow-top mattresses, cotton sheets and down comforters. There are multiple terraces or balconies with stunning views of the Caribbean Sea. In addition to a living room with a sofa and elegant furnishings, there is a large dining table and a kitchen equipped with a stovetop, microwave, full-size freezer/refrigerator, cookware, dishwasher, dishes and utensils. Other amenities include multiple satellite plasma TVs and ceiling fans. Some suites also have a washer/dryer.

There are two bathrooms. Each one has a combined shower/bathtub and a hair dryer.

Amenities Include: Air conditioning, Coffeemaker, Iron / Ironing board, In-room safe, Microwave, Refrigerator, Kitchen, Alarm clock, Desk, Balcony, Blackout drapes, Climate control, Complimentary bottled water, Crib (On request), Daily maid service, Turndown service, Window opens, Hair dryer, Combined shower and bathtub, Makeup / shaving mirror, Complimentary toiletries, Multiple flatscreen televisions, Radio, CD player, DVD player, MP3 player docking station, Pillowtop mattresses, Premium bedding

Three Bedroom Suite

This spacious suite has three separate bedrooms. The master bedroom comes with a king-size bed and the secondary bedrooms have either a queen-size bed or two double beds. The bedding features pillow-top mattresses, cotton sheets and down comforters. There are multiple terraces or balconies with stunning views of the Caribbean Sea. In addition to a living room with a sofa and elegant furnishings, there is a large dining table and a kitchen equipped with a stovetop, microwave, full-size freezer/refrigerator, cookware, dishwasher, dishes and utensils. Other amenities include multiple satellite plasma TVs, ceiling fans and a washer/dryer.

There are three bathrooms. Each one has a combined shower/bathtub and a hair dryer.

Description

An exclusive beachfront resort, the Encanto el Faro offers two- and three-bedroom suites ideal for accommodating both small and large families. Guests at the hotel will enjoy breathtaking views of one of the most pristine beaches in the Riviera Maya and convenient access to Playa del Carmen's famous "Quinta Avenida," which translates to Fifth Avenue. Here guests will find an array of shops, nightclubs, bars and restaurants where they can pick up a souvenir or indulge in some of the area's signature culinary delights.

This area is also close to many of the area's popular sites including Xcaret, Xel-Ha, Tulum and other peninsula attractions. There is also a nearby ferry that makes frequent runs to Cozumel. Whether you want to have a relaxing vacation sitting on the beach or you want to fill your trip with sightseeing excursions, guests at the Encanto el Faro can experience it all.

The Encanto el Faro offers 65 suites situated in a four-story property with the amenities and elegance of a five-star resort. Each of the suites comes with a fully equipped contemporary kitchen and spacious living and dining areas. The suites are ideal for accommodating families who want the intimacy of a self-contained suite and the luxury of staying right on the beach in a tropical paradise. Other amenities include complimentary bottled water, tableware, a blender, toaster, coffee maker, microwave oven, satellite plasma television, CD player audio system with an iPod docking station, DVD player, entertainment center and the latest in air conditioning technology. In some suites, there is a washter/dryer. All of the suites feature ocean views. Amenities available upon request include turndown service and rollaway beds.

When it comes to sun and fun, Encanto el Faro features a pool and furnished deck area perfect for soaking up the rays. If you prefer sitting on the beach, the hotel offers lounge chairs and umbrellas on the sand where guests can relax with a book or take a dip in the crystal clear Caribbean Sea. There is also a children's pool.

The hotel offers a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests will also enjoy complimentary wireless internet access at the hotel and free on-site parking, which is limited by availability.

Guests who want to a rejuvenating experience for the mind, body and soul can take advantage of the hotel's spa services including massages, facials, body treatments and beauty services. For the ultimate indulgence, the hotel offers in-room massages.

Along with the on-site amenities there are many things for guests to enjoy located near the hotel including golf, fishing, motorboating, volleyball, scooter/moped rentals, horseback riding, skydiving, helicopter/airplane sightseeing and ecotours. Pilates, yoga and aerobics classes are offered at a nearby fitness center.

The Encanto el Faro's picturesque surroundings make it an ideal location for couples who want to tie the knot with their feet in the sand. The hotel offers various packages where couples can personalize their special day. It's also an ideal spot for those on their honeymoon who want to spend their first days as a married couple in a tropical paradise.

Hotel Details

Number of Rooms: 65.

All-Inclusive Options Available: No.

On the Beach: Yes. The hotel offers lounge chairs and umbrellas on the sand where guests can relax with a book or take a dip in the crystal clear Caribbean Sea.

Adult Only: No.

Restaurants: Yes. The hotel has one restaurant, Wicky's, that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Entertainment: No, but the hotel is within walking distance to Playa del Carmen’s famous Fifth Avenue. Here guests will find an array of entertainment options.

Nightlife: No, but the resort is within walking distance to Playa del Carmen, where there are an array of nightclubs and bars.

Attractions: Yes. There are various activities for guests to enjoy on-site such as swimming and spending time on the beach. Activities offered near the hotel include golf, fishing, boating, windsurfing, exercise classes, volleyball, scooter/moped rentals, horseback riding and parasailing. Numerous sightseeing tours are available to the ecoparks and Mayan ruins located along the Riviera Maya.

Pool: Yes, the resort has a large pool and furnished deck area. There is also a children's pool.

Health Club or Fitness Equipment: No.

Tennis Courts: No.

Spa: No, but the resort offers massages and some spa services.

Shops: No, but plenty of shops are located a short stroll away in Playa del Carmen.

Wedding Services: Yes. Additional fees apply.

Business Center: No, but business services are offered.

Convention Rooms: No, but some small events, such as banquets, can be held at Wicky's restaurant.

Concierge: Yes.

Child-care Facilities: Yes, babysitters are available on request. Additional fees may apply. There is also a children's pool.

Room Service: No.

Maid service: Yes.

Luggage service: Yes.

Pets Allowed: No.

In-Room Internet Access: No, but the hotel offers complimentary internet access in the public areas.

Complimentary Breakfast: No.

Multilingual Staff: Yes.

24-hour Front Desk: Yes.

Security: Yes.

Currency Exchange: No.

Elevators: Yes.

Parking Garage: No, but secure parking is available free to guests.

Free Parking: Yes.

Shuttle Service to the airport: Yes, for an additional charge.

Wheelchair Accessible Rooms: Yes.

Check-in Time: 3 p.m.

Check-out Time: 11 a.m.

Minimum Age to Reserve a Room: 18.

Policies: The maximum total number of guests (adults and children) in a room is four. The maximum number of guests in a multi-room suite varies. There are no room charges for children 17 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians and use existing bedding.

Incidental Charges: The hotel requires a credit card for incidental charges.