Is Playa del Carmen safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is Playa del Carmen for solo female travelers?
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based on 13 experiences from female travelers
Bianka
United States
Family travel
Playa de Carmen was beautiful, I’ve gone 4 times already and I always find new thing to do! I would recommend booking a place close to the 5th ave., it’s a street that has literally everything. Restaurants, bars, vendors, and the beach is about 3 to 4 blocks away.
Posted: February 6, 2026
Amanda
United States
Family travel
We had a lot of fun. It was a bit of a different vacation for us as we didn't have a car so we had to stick to walking distance from where we were staying....with kids that get "tired" quick lol. The beaches are gorgeous and always a good time if you have beach bums like me. Even in November, it was warm enough to enjoy outdoor activities. Safety was never a concern for us but my husband does speak Spanish fluently so that helped! Tourist center of Playa del Carmen IS expensive compared to other areas of Mexico but that's to be expected.
Posted: December 25, 2025Experienced: November, 2023Group travel
Traveling to Playa del Carmen was one of the best experiences I’ve had. It was so lush and tropical, the culture was so rich and vibrant. It was very affordable to go out and explore and shop around local markets and streets. I never felt unsafe and it was mostly always populated and busy. Definitely will be going back!
Posted: December 27, 2024How safe is Playa del Carmen for women?
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Molly
I feel safe to walk around any time of day being mindful and aware same as I would anyplace. The stress and sidewalks are uneven so be mindful of that to not fall. I walk often with friends along the main tourist avenues that are very brightly lit by shops and hanging lights. People are a friendly mix
Posted: February 9, 2026
Debbie
It's safe even when you can read a lot of things about Mexico! Of course, there's a lot of people around from a lot of different countries and sometimes when people drink they do stupid things but everything it's good, no worries 👍
Posted: October 6, 2025
Julia
Don’t walk alone after dark - always go places with someone. Know where not to go. If you’re in doubt, ask. I only ever take cabs and send my live location to a family member on WA. otherwise really good!
Posted: February 8, 2025Safety map
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Marygel
Playa del Carmen
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Hi! My name is Maria but all my friends call me Marygel :) I'm from Oaxaca, Mexico and I'm starting the traveling journey. I loooooove dogs and pets in general. Love to learn things and share what I know.
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Anny
Playa del Carmen
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Hi I’m anny, I’m born and race in Mexico, Traveling was my dream since I was a kid, A been traveling a lot I have seen almost 30 contries, i worked in a criship for one season and that helped a lot to some places , Also I have lived in Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic, Currently I just moved back to my home town in playa del carmen. I’ll love to conect with girls like us, IG: Anny.meneses.Mendoza Adventures, independent, travelers, Open minded. Can’t wait to conect with all of you 🙃
Penelope
Playa del Carmen
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Art, nature and adventure lover,epicurean, artist and designer, spiritually inclined NLP student. Healthy lifestyle. Student of life forever! Canadian living in Mexico!
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Crystal
Playa del Carmen
Can host for:
3 days
About me
I travel for the perspective shifts, the hidden gems, and the deep belly laughs with women who just get it. Whether it’s hiking unfamiliar terrain or navigating a new city’s food scene, I’m all in. I value good energy, real talk, and shared adventures over tourist traps and surface-level small talk. Let’s make memories that are worth retelling.
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Debbie
Playa del Carmen
Can host for:
3 days
About me
I like to travel, the music, the tattoos, the books and I really love the animals and nature. Mood: Traveling! I live in Playa del Carmen
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Julia
Playa del Carmen
Can host for:
5 days
About me
Hello, my name is Julia 🌻 I am a femininity coach for virtue & vitality! I love dresses, reading, painting, sewing, writing, and talking about how to be the best we can be! I’m adventurous, witty & polite :) I’m an American who grew up in Play del Carmen, Mexico & the UK and I love travelling! I’m so excited for my upcoming trip to Boston for the St Patrick's Day parade & Misneach Festival! March 13th-20th. If I can stay any number of these 7 nights with you, I will help with whatever needs doing 🙂 I look forward to meeting you!
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