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Thompson Hotel

Calle 12 s / n, Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

Location guide, what is nearby, and every tour that collects guests at this lobby instead of making you find your own way to a meeting point.

60 tours collect here60 include pickup in the price★ 4.4 average21 back by mid afternoon
Lowest price
Shared Transportation, International Airport to Playa Del Carmen Hotels

From $26 per person.

Best reviewed
VIP Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Private Tour

★ 5.0 from 74 traveller reviews.

About this location

Thompson Hotel is situated on Calle 12 in the Gonzalo Guerrero neighborhood of Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo. This area is known for its vibrant atmosphere, close to local shops, restaurants, and the beautiful beaches of the Caribbean Sea. Guests can enjoy easy access to popular attractions and a variety of dining options within walking distance. Traveling to the Thompson Hotel from Cancun Airport is straightforward. The ADO bus service operates regularly, taking about 1 hour and costing around $12 USD. Alternatively, taxis are available and typically range from 1,000 to 1,500 pesos, depending on traffic and time of day. For added convenience, many tours offer pickup directly from the hotel lobby, making it easy for guests to explore the region's highlights. The surrounding area is well-suited for travelers looking for a mix of relaxation and adventure. Nearby, you will find a variety of cenotes, historical sites, and natural parks. The hotel is also close to popular dining spots like Alux Restaurant Bar and Lounge and El Fogón, ensuring guests have plenty of options for food and entertainment. Whether you are seeking a romantic getaway or an adventure-filled vacation, the Thompson Hotel's location caters to diverse preferences.

For airport transfers, the ADO bus is the most economical option, taking around 1 hour to reach Playa del Carmen for approximately $12 USD. Taxis are also available at the airport, costing between 1,000 and 1,500 pesos. Once in Playa del Carmen, the local R1 and R2 buses provide convenient transport along the coast and to nearby attractions. Tour pickups from the Thompson Hotel typically occur in the morning, allowing guests to maximize their day trips to sites like Tulum and Chichen Itza. Walking to the nearest beach takes about 10-15 minutes, making it easy to enjoy the sun and sand.

Every tour that picks up here

Small-Group 3 Hidden Cenotes Adventure with Tequila Tasting
Small-Group 3 Hidden Cenotes Adventure with Tequila Tasting
from $394h
★ 4.8 (2,070)
Tulum and 2 Cenotes Half Day Tour from Riviera
Tulum and 2 Cenotes Half Day Tour from Riviera
from $296h
★ 4.8 (238)
Zip-Line Adventure from Costa Mujeres with ATV Ride and Cenote
Zip-Line Adventure from Costa Mujeres with ATV Ride and Cenote
from $394h
★ 4.7 (199)
Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time
Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time
from $1155h
★ 4.4 (190)
Small group CHICHEN ITZA away from the crowds with early departure and Mayan community
Small group CHICHEN ITZA away from the crowds with early departure and Mayan community
from $22912h
★ 4.9 (179)
Discovery Tsonoti in Day of Non Touristic Cenotes
Discovery Tsonoti in Day of Non Touristic Cenotes
from $1396h
★ 4.9 (112)
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Private Departure Transfer
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Private Departure Transfer
from $1341h
★ 4.9 (82)
Shared Transportation, International Airport to Playa Del Carmen Hotels
Shared Transportation, International Airport to Playa Del Carmen Hotels
from $26
★ 3.0 (78)
VIP Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Private Tour
VIP Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Private Tour
from $40012h
★ 5.0 (74)
VIP Cenotes Private Tour (half-day)
VIP Cenotes Private Tour (half-day)
from $1854h
★ 5.0 (69)
VIP Chichen Itza & Coba Private Tour
VIP Chichen Itza & Coba Private Tour
from $40012h
★ 5.0 (69)
Airport Transfers to Playa del Carmen - Private van (ROUND TRIP) FLAT RATE
Airport Transfers to Playa del Carmen - Private van (ROUND TRIP) FLAT RATE
from $25540m
★ 4.7 (60)
Half-Day Cultural Tour of Authentic Mexico
Half-Day Cultural Tour of Authentic Mexico
from $1395h
★ 5.0 (57)
VIP Coba & Tulum Private Tour
VIP Coba & Tulum Private Tour
from $3209h
★ 5.0 (52)
4 Different Cenotes & Beach from Playa del Carmen
4 Different Cenotes & Beach from Playa del Carmen
from $1545h
★ 5.0 (49)
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Private Mercedes Benz Transfer
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Private Mercedes Benz Transfer
from $1251h
★ 4.9 (49)
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Departure Transfer
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Departure Transfer
from $1701h
★ 4.8 (48)
Full Day Guided Tour Chichen Itza + Cenote + Valladolid + Lunch!
Full Day Guided Tour Chichen Itza + Cenote + Valladolid + Lunch!
from $1456h
★ 4.4 (39)
Tulum and Cobá 4-in-1: Mayan Ruins, Cenote, and Playa del Carmen
Tulum and Cobá 4-in-1: Mayan Ruins, Cenote, and Playa del Carmen
from $1058h
★ 4.4 (33)
Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun & Cenote Ik Kil + Valladolid
Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun & Cenote Ik Kil + Valladolid
from $13612h
★ 3.5 (28)
VIP Ek Balam Private Tour
VIP Ek Balam Private Tour
from $32010h
★ 5.0 (26)
Tulum Excursion: Ancient Ruins + Cenote & Food! From Riviera Maya
Tulum Excursion: Ancient Ruins + Cenote & Food! From Riviera Maya
from $576h
★ 4.3 (18)
Holbox Island from Playa del Carmen
Holbox Island from Playa del Carmen
from $1659h
★ 4.7 (18)
Xoximilco Mexican Tour With Transportation Included
Xoximilco Mexican Tour With Transportation Included
from $1975h
★ 4.7 (15)
Private Transfer from Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport
Private Transfer from Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport
from $901h
★ 4.1 (14)
Private Whale Shark Ecofriendly Tour from Riviera Maya
Private Whale Shark Ecofriendly Tour from Riviera Maya
from $8958h
★ 5.0 (12)
Tulum ruins swim with turtles in Akumal and Cenote
Tulum ruins swim with turtles in Akumal and Cenote
from $12510h
★ 4.8 (12)
Río Secreto Playa del Carmen
Río Secreto Playa del Carmen
from $1244h
★ 4.6 (11)
Adrenaline Tour Xplor Fuego from Cancún & Playa del Carmen
Adrenaline Tour Xplor Fuego from Cancún & Playa del Carmen
from $2186h
★ 3.6 (8)
Ek Balam, Hubiku Cenote and Valladolid all Inclusive Tour from Riviera Maya
Ek Balam, Hubiku Cenote and Valladolid all Inclusive Tour from Riviera Maya
from $4768h
★ 4.4 (7)
Private Transfer to Xplor/Xplor fire/Xenses, roundtrip from PDC
Private Transfer to Xplor/Xplor fire/Xenses, roundtrip from PDC
from $16010m
★ 5.0 (7)
Chichen Itza Private Mystical Tour from Riviera Maya
Chichen Itza Private Mystical Tour from Riviera Maya
from $3897h
★ 4.3 (7)
ATV, Zipline & Cenote Adventure from Playa del Carmen
ATV, Zipline & Cenote Adventure from Playa del Carmen
from $755h
★ 3.2 (6)
Cenote Tankah 4 Cenotes & Zip-Line Mayan Adventure
Cenote Tankah 4 Cenotes & Zip-Line Mayan Adventure
from $1894h
★ 5.0 (6)
Natural Pink Lake Tour Las Coloradas only from Playa del Carmen
Natural Pink Lake Tour Las Coloradas only from Playa del Carmen
from $15012h
★ 3.2 (5)
Horseback, ATV Shared, Cenote & Ziplines! From Playa Del Carmen
Horseback, ATV Shared, Cenote & Ziplines! From Playa Del Carmen
from $996h
★ 3.3 (4)
Private Transfer to Xcaret Park, Roundtrip from Playa del Carmen
Private Transfer to Xcaret Park, Roundtrip from Playa del Carmen
from $16020m
★ 4.0 (4)
Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos Biosphere! From Playa Del Carmen
Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos Biosphere! From Playa Del Carmen
from $14812h
★ 3.8 (4)
3 days diving in cenotes for certified divers
3 days diving in cenotes for certified divers
from $54072h
★ 5.0 (3)
Full-Day Playa del Carmen Reef Diving Activity
Full-Day Playa del Carmen Reef Diving Activity
from $1906h
★ 5.0 (3)
Isla Mujeres Catamaran Unlimited! From Playa del Carmen
Isla Mujeres Catamaran Unlimited! From Playa del Carmen
from $999h
★ 4.3 (3)
Private Guided Day Trip to Tulum from Riviera Maya or Cancun
Private Guided Day Trip to Tulum from Riviera Maya or Cancun
from $3866h
★ 5.0 (3)
Adventure tour on ATV with Zip Line and Cenotes in Mayan Jungle
Adventure tour on ATV with Zip Line and Cenotes in Mayan Jungle
from $995h
★ 3.0 (2)
Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Playa del Carmen
Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Playa del Carmen
from $1808h
★ 3.0 (2)
Xcaret Plus Park & Night Show from Riviera Maya
Xcaret Plus Park & Night Show from Riviera Maya
from $28012h
★ 5.0 (2)
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid, Deluxe Mayan Tour!
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid, Deluxe Mayan Tour!
from $9612h
★ 3.5 (2)
Isla Mujeres Unlimited Awesome Catamaran with Transfer from Playa del Carmen
Isla Mujeres Unlimited Awesome Catamaran with Transfer from Playa del Carmen
from $1108h
★ 3.0 (2)
Private Tour: Tulum Ruins, Casa Tortugas and Local's choice food.
Private Tour: Tulum Ruins, Casa Tortugas and Local's choice food.
from $2997h
★ 5.0 (2)
Amazing ATV (single) Cenote and Ziplines with Transfer from Playa del Carmen
Amazing ATV (single) Cenote and Ziplines with Transfer from Playa del Carmen
from $1014h
★ 3.0 (2)
Private Tour of Río Secreto from Playa del Carmen with Pickup
Private Tour of Río Secreto from Playa del Carmen with Pickup
from $7235h
★ 5.0 (2)
Tour to Chichen , 2 Cenotes & Valladolid from Playa del Carmen
Tour to Chichen , 2 Cenotes & Valladolid from Playa del Carmen
from $11112h
★ 5.0 (2)
Tulum Adventure Ruins & swim in Akumal Beach & Cenote from Cancun
Tulum Adventure Ruins & swim in Akumal Beach & Cenote from Cancun
from $1849h
★ 4.0 (1)
Unforgettable Tour to Magic Island of Holbox from Riviera Maya
Unforgettable Tour to Magic Island of Holbox from Riviera Maya
from $16612h
★ 5.0 (1)
Wedding Transfers Services in Round Trip Playa del Carmen
Wedding Transfers Services in Round Trip Playa del Carmen
from $18045m
★ 5.0 (1)
Extreme Adventure - Xplor Fuego All Inclusive from Riviera Maya
Extreme Adventure - Xplor Fuego All Inclusive from Riviera Maya
from $2256h
★ 5.0 (1)
Xcaret Plus Tour with Transportation from Playa del Carmen
Xcaret Plus Tour with Transportation from Playa del Carmen
from $28512h
★ 4.0 (1)
Cozumel Jeep Ride! Snorkel + Transportation from Playa Del Carmen
Cozumel Jeep Ride! Snorkel + Transportation from Playa Del Carmen
from $21712h
★ 5.0 (1)
Isla Mujeres Unlimited! Open bar and Party! From Playa Del Carmen
Isla Mujeres Unlimited! Open bar and Party! From Playa Del Carmen
from $1069h
★ 5.0 (1)
Deluxe day in Tulum, Coba, Cenote and Playa del Carmen & Tulum
Deluxe day in Tulum, Coba, Cenote and Playa del Carmen & Tulum
from $12211h
★ 4.0 (1)
Bacalar Kayak, Beach Club & Cenote Azul from Playa del Carmen
Bacalar Kayak, Beach Club & Cenote Azul from Playa del Carmen
from $15913h
★ 3.0 (1)

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Other hotels nearby with tour pickup

While the Thompson Hotel offers a trendy atmosphere and proximity to local attractions, other nearby hotels like Wyndham Alltra and Devossion By Live Aqua provide more all-inclusive options and extensive amenities. If you're looking for a quieter experience, consider the Yucatan Playa Del Carmen, which is slightly further from the bustling center. Each option has its pros and cons, depending on your preferences for dining, activities, and overall atmosphere.

What is nearby

A unique dining experience featuring a cave setting, located just 1.2 km from the hotel.

Questions guests ask about Thompson Hotel

How do I get from Cancun Airport to the Thompson Hotel?

You can take the ADO bus from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen, which takes about 1 hour and costs around $12 USD. Taxis are also available, costing between 1,000 and 1,500 pesos.

What is the typical pickup time for tours?

Most tours pick up guests in the morning, usually between 7 AM and 9 AM, depending on the specific tour itinerary.

How far is the nearest beach from the hotel?

The nearest beach is approximately 10-15 minutes away on foot, allowing guests easy access to the beautiful Caribbean coastline.

What transportation options are available in Playa del Carmen?

In Playa del Carmen, you can use the R1 and R2 buses for local transport, taxis for quick rides, or simply walk to nearby attractions and dining options.

Are there good food options near the hotel?

Yes, there are several dining options nearby, including Alux Restaurant Bar and Lounge and El Fogón, both within a short walking distance.

Is the area around the Thompson Hotel safe?

The Gonzalo Guerrero neighborhood is generally safe for tourists, but it is always advisable to stay aware of your surroundings and take standard safety precautions.

When is the best time of year to visit Playa del Carmen?

The best time to visit Playa del Carmen is from December to April when the weather is dry and pleasant, ideal for beach activities and tours.

What currency is used, and are there ATMs nearby?

The local currency is the Mexican Peso. ATMs are readily available in Playa del Carmen, including near the hotel, for convenient access to cash.