Opened in July 2005, this hotel offers 17 contemporary-style studios and one suite located over 3 floors, all tucked away in a private courtyard which adjoins the restaurant Playasia. The hotel is just a short walk from the white, sandy beach of the Blue Parrot Beach Club (VIP access included for all hotel guests). A bar, 2 restaurants, Internet and WLAN access (both subject to fees), and a laundry service (also subject to fees) all feature. Location The hotel is located in downtown Playa del Carmen on the world-famous Fifth Avenue. Cancun International Airport is about 40 minutes away, and Cancun and its exciting nightlife are 50 minutes away. Restaurants, bars, nightlife, shopping opportunities and the bus station can all be found in the immediate vicinity. Rooms In-room amenities include individually-adjustable air conditioning, cable TV, Sony CD/alarm clock radio, WLAN Internet access, direct dial telephone, hairdryer, in-room safe, bathrobes, iron and ironing board, double or king-size beds, vanity mirror, coffee maker, a welcome basket of coffee, an assortment of herbal teas and bottled water. In the bathroom guests will find Yucatán Herbal products, made from natural ingredients including honey and vanilla from Yucatán in the south-east of Mexico. Sport The nearest golf course is roughly a 20-minute walk away. The nearby beach is sandy and features sun loungers and parasols. Guests may like to take advantage of the massage service, subject to a fee. Meals A continental breakfast is offered. Lunch and dinner are available à la carte. Payment The following are all accepted as methods of payment: American Express, MasterCard and VISA. Notes Information regarding tours and other activities is available at the reception.