Your favorite beach clubs?

atlonglast · 04-11-2009

Going to PdC for the first time and have many searches on this site and made huge lists of many things to do, and have read about many faves and this is the only one i haven't really found.

So if you could, what are your favorite beach clubs? and why.

Thanks.

jayjay · 04-11-2009

The only one we've ever gone to is Mamitas, because they are always the one that is either free, or discounted with whatever hotel we've stayed at!

January Guy · 04-11-2009

I think that Mamita's and Kool are excellent due to the wide beach. If I were to venture away from those, I would try out No Limits. See this link on Day 4 of my TR where I talk about a tour of beach clubs I did this past January.

http://www.playa.info/playa-del-carm...ml#post1278787

MartyC · 04-12-2009

Our favorite spot on the beach is El Pirata. The beach there isn't gigantic but the staff are great and it's pretty inexpensive, at least it was when we were there in 2006.

JB-ubie · 04-12-2009

We liked Blucacao located in the building that Mareazul used as a sales office. It's a little bit of a trip either by car or taxi but it is not as crowded as Mamitas or Kool and the restaurant is excellent. It is owned by the same people that have Negra Sal. A beautiful infinity pool and lounges around it or you and opt for beds on the beach. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

himynameisjan · 04-12-2009

I'm not a fan of Mamitas or Kool. Too big, too crowded and the music is not my cup of beer. I like the clubs on the south end, small, usually quiet, and not all that expensive.

January Guy · 04-12-2009

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Originally Posted by himynameisjan

I'm not a fan of Mamitas or Kool. Too big, too crowded and the music is not my cup of beer. I like the clubs on the south end, small, usually quiet, and not all that expensive.

This is good insight. If you are looking for cheaper and quieter beach clubs, Mamitas and Kool are not it. I like those clubs because 1) I don't end up eating/drinking much at the beach their priciness isn't an issue, 2) I enjoy a fair amount of activity for entertainment purposes. But I can certainly see why others would not.

Buggirl · 04-12-2009

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Originally Posted by himynameisjan

I'm not a fan of Mamitas or Kool. Too big, too crowded and the music is not my cup of beer. I like the clubs on the south end, small, usually quiet, and not all that expensive.

I'm with you

The beach up north may be nicer- but we usually towel it when we spend the day there. The scene at Mamitas and Kool is *usually* too crowded for our liking. In centro Playa, we're fans of Pirata and some beach clubs closer to the ferry pier (names escape me

).

caramba · 04-12-2009

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Originally Posted by Buggirl

I'm with you

The beach up north may be nicer- but we usually towel it when we spend the day there. The scene at Mamitas and Kool is *usually* too crowded for our liking. In centro Playa, we're fans of Pirata and some beach clubs closer to the ferry pier (names escape me

).

And I'm with you two. My favorite beach club is any one with the least number of other people at.

But around town I do like hanging out at el Pirata the best.

January Guy · 04-12-2009

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Originally Posted by caramba

And I'm with you two. My favorite beach club is any one with the least number of other people at.

But around town I do like hanging out at el Pirata the best.

I know there are a lot of El Pirata fans on this board? Why is that? It isn't like it is super cheap (30 peso beers) and the beach is somewhat small. Good atmosphere or something?

Buggirl · 04-12-2009

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Originally Posted by January Guy

I know there are a lot of El Pirata fans on this board? Why is that? It isn't like it is super cheap (30 peso beers) and the beach is somewhat small. Good atmosphere or something?

The prices have gone up- they used to be cheaper. The bucket of beer is still pretty cheap, though. The let you sit there for free if you drink there- that's fairly rare in Playa. The bartenders/waiters are awesome! I just like the vibe of Pirata, even though it has become a bit more pricey over the years. It was one of the first beach clubs we went to (after Mamitas where we were completely ignored and couldn't get served to save our life). So we packed up our stuff and ended up at Pirata where we were waited on like royalty and we talked and joked with the staff all day

January Guy · 04-12-2009

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Originally Posted by Buggirl

The prices have gone up- they used to be cheaper. The bucket of beer is still pretty cheap, though. The let you sit there for free if you drink there- that's fairly rare in Playa. The bartenders/waiters are awesome! I just like the vibe of Pirata, even though it has become a bit more pricey over the years. It was one of the first beach clubs we went to (after Mamitas where we were completely ignored and couldn't get served to save our life). So we packed up our stuff and ended up at Pirata where we were waited on like royalty and we talked and joked with the staff all day

Good points, I will have to check that out next time. Mamita's is not very personal.

boxi · 04-12-2009

We spent 3 weeks in Playa last year and a LOT of that time at Kool. Although the waiters were friendly throughout our stay, they became super friendly and welcoming as the time passed and we were getting to be regulars (and we are good tippers, so that probably helped a bit

).

I always wondered why people stayed south of Kool and Mamitas as the beach is not nearly as nice (IMO). I got my answer from all you Pirata fans!

queencityfan · 04-12-2009

I like EL Pirata as well, mostly for the great lunches, best ChickenAzteca soup and a mean arracharra burger & fries.

But last trip we went to La Playa beachclub at XpuHa beach, the cab was about 200 pesos (we split it 4 ways) and 25 pesos each to get in at the entrance ( refundable if you bring your food and beverage receipt and bracelets back).

The beach there is nothing short of great, the food is good and the Bohemia cold! Nice waiters and it is a much shorter ride ( 20 minutes) than going all the way to Tulum.

And if Kathy or Vicki brings their flasks, well it's just about perfect!

Sand Flea · 04-12-2009

Last summer I took a "girls only" trip and spent everyday at Kool. (And no, we are/weren't hot young things in bikinis) On the first day, Jorge helped us with chairs and umbrellas. We ordered 2 mimosas not knowing that they would total 620 pesos~yes 620 not 62! (we learned a really hard lesson~DON'T ORDER CHAMPAGNE IN MEXICO!!!! ) Long story short, he appologized and explained that lots of people are insulted when you tell them that what they just ordered is extremely expensive. Anyway, after that faux ~ we all laughed and got over it. We sat in his area every day and he waited on us hand and foot. I guess my point is, if you make contact with them when you first arrive even if you have to flag them down and they see you want service, they are on it all day long! Just my 2 cents.

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atlonglast ruined Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 88	Your favorite beach clubs? Going to PdC for the first time and have many searches on this site and made huge lists of many things to do, and have read about many faves and this is the only one i haven't really found. So if you could, what are your favorite beach clubs? and why. Thanks. Last edited by atlonglast; 04-11-2009 at 06:28 PM..

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boxi reposado Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: ljubljana Posts: 1,112	We spent 3 weeks in Playa last year and a LOT of that time at Kool. Although the waiters were friendly throughout our stay, they became super friendly and welcoming as the time passed and we were getting to be regulars (and we are good tippers, so that probably helped a bit). I always wondered why people stayed south of Kool and Mamitas as the beach is not nearly as nice (IMO). I got my answer from all you Pirata fans!

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Sand Flea life=playa Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 575	My experience Last summer I took a "girls only" trip and spent everyday at Kool. (And no, we are/weren't hot young things in bikinis) On the first day, Jorge helped us with chairs and umbrellas. We ordered 2 mimosas not knowing that they would total 620 pesos~yes 620 not 62! (we learned a really hard lesson~DON'T ORDER CHAMPAGNE IN MEXICO!!!! ) Long story short, he appologized and explained that lots of people are insulted when you tell them that what they just ordered is extremely expensive. Anyway, after that faux ~ we all laughed and got over it. We sat in his area every day and he waited on us hand and foot. I guess my point is, if you make contact with them when you first arrive even if you have to flag them down and they see you want service, they are on it all day long! Just my 2 cents.

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jayjay life=playa Join Date: May 2003 Location: wisconsin Posts: 640	The only one we've ever gone to is Mamitas, because they are always the one that is either free, or discounted with whatever hotel we've stayed at!

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January Guy añejo Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 5,900	I think that Mamita's and Kool are excellent due to the wide beach. If I were to venture away from those, I would try out No Limits. See this link on Day 4 of my TR where I talk about a tour of beach clubs I did this past January. http://www.playa.info/playa-del-carm...ml#post1278787

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MartyC reposado Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Vancouver BC Canada Posts: 1,039	Our favorite spot on the beach is El Pirata. The beach there isn't gigantic but the staff are great and it's pretty inexpensive, at least it was when we were there in 2006.

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JB-ubie beachaholic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Emerald Isle, NC Posts: 426	We liked Blucacao located in the building that Mareazul used as a sales office. It's a little bit of a trip either by car or taxi but it is not as crowded as Mamitas or Kool and the restaurant is excellent. It is owned by the same people that have Negra Sal. A beautiful infinity pool and lounges around it or you and opt for beds on the beach. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

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himynameisjan añejo Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Playa del Carmen Posts: 2,775	I'm not a fan of Mamitas or Kool. Too big, too crowded and the music is not my cup of beer. I like the clubs on the south end, small, usually quiet, and not all that expensive.

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queencityfan añejo Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 3,343	I like EL Pirata as well, mostly for the great lunches, best ChickenAzteca soup and a mean arracharra burger & fries. But last trip we went to La Playa beachclub at XpuHa beach, the cab was about 200 pesos (we split it 4 ways) and 25 pesos each to get in at the entrance ( refundable if you bring your food and beverage receipt and bracelets back). The beach there is nothing short of great, the food is good and the Bohemia cold! Nice waiters and it is a much shorter ride ( 20 minutes) than going all the way to Tulum. And if Kathy or Vicki brings their flasks, well it's just about perfect!

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