Local Services Directory
Finding the right services in Playa del Carmen can be tricky, especially when you are new to the area. That is why we created the BETA Local Services Directory—a list of businesses and professionals recommended by fellow BETA members. Whether you need a doctor, lawyer, real estate agent, mechanic, or any other service, this directory is here to help you get started.
All listings in this directory come from member recommendations, but please remember that inclusion on this list is not an official endorsement by BETA. A service that works well for one person may not be the right fit for another. We strongly encourage you to do your own research, check Google and Facebook reviews, and ask questions before choosing a provider.
If you know of a great service, you can add a recommendation by filling out the form on this page. This directory is meant to point you in the right direction, but ultimately, the decision is yours. BETA is not responsible for the quality of services provided.
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Emergency Contact Info
Emergency - 911
yes you can call 911 from your USA cell phone.
Fire Department
- +52-984-879-3669
Red Cross- +52 984-873-1233
Hospitals
Private Hospitals
Hospiten - website Directions
CostaMed - website directions
The hospitals listed above tend to cater to tourist and expats. The atmosphere and services at these locations are comparable to USA and Canadian hospitals. There is plenty of access to bilingual staff.
Expats with temporary or permanent residency cards are charged rates 30%-40% or more lower than non-residents.
Amerimed
website
directions
This hospital is a modern private hospital but is more popular with locals. Prices tend to be slightly lower than the other private hospitals. There is limited bilingual staff available.
Public Hospital
General Hospital of Playa Del Carmen
directions
This hospital is mostly used by locals. The facilities are modern but older. They have very limited bilingual staff. Due to the public nature of this hospital long wait times are common.
Doctors
General Medicine
Dr. Alberto -general medicine
+52-998-186-9048
Dr. Caufield - general medicine
+52 984-129-5406
Dr Gutierrez - general medicine
+52-984-807-8401
Dr. Hotline -general medicine
+52-984-745-0294
Dr. Ian - general medicine
+52-553-145-5602
Dr. Marcos - general medicine/herbalist
+52-984-146-7097
Wellness clinic
+52-984-152-6387
Specialists
Dr. Arturo Morales Bravo - Angiology/Vascular Surgeon
+52 998-802-1008 (Cancun)
Dr Corona - Orthopedic
+52 984-143-9953
Dr Francisco Plesky - Nutritionist
+52 984-198-4819
Dr Julio César Hernández Sarjeant - Urologist
+52 998 385 5058
Utilities
Immigration Attorneys
Atala Espinosa
+52-984-151-9359
www.immigrationplaya.com
Teresa Rubi Mendiola
+52-984-132-4658
Milly Arceo
+52-984-157-5589
Transportation
When traveling to Playa Del Carmen it is always best to plan to take the bus or book a transportation service. If you wait until arriving to purchase a service the price will go up greatly.
Airport Transportation
Companies are required to have a special permit to pickup passengers up from the airport. However, there are no restrictions on dropping passengers off.
Airport Pickup and Drop off
ADO bus - A great inexpensive way to get to and from the airport. ADO is also great for taking short tris like Tulum, Bacalar, Merida and much more.
The buses are clean modern buses similar to Greyhound in the USA.
Tickets can be purchase on the ADO app, at the bus station, or on the ADO website.
ADO Bus Stations
Tours At Your Service
+52 984-179-1102
https://www.toursatyourservice.com/
E Transfers +52 998-387-0229
www.etransfers.com
Local Taxis and Airport Drop Off
All of the drivers listed below were recommended by BETA members who have used their services.
Gabriel +52-984-207-5682
Very popular driver. He was raised in Texas. Speaks English fluently.
Alex +52-984-169-7682
Speaks English fluently
Transportation Aps
Radio Taxi- (phone app)
Radio taxi is the most popular local transportation app. There previously was a problem getting the app using USA phone numbers.
If you encounter a problem creating an account with your USA number, select Canada as your country and then add your cell phone number.
(Canada uses + 1 like the United states)
Indrive - (phone app)
Indrive works similar to other rideshare app services, but you will pay the driver in cash. Indrive allows you to set the price that you are willing to pay and drivers can choose to accept your ride. Before accepting the ride, a driver can counter your rate. This is a much easier way to negotiate the rate, especially if you are not fluent in Spanish. Indrive does use official taxi vehicles and personal cars as well.