Health & safety
Emergency information
Emergency numbers
Main emergency helpline 911
Hospitals in Playa del Carmen
Hospiten — The largest hospital and most well-equipped hospital in Playa del Carmen (with that comes a higher price than other local health centers.) You're more likely to find English-speaking staff than any other hospital in the area. CostaMed — A hospital center that offers the same services as Hospiten + dental. The majority of the staff speaks English.
Safety information
Is Playa del Carmen safe for solo female travelers?
"Playa del Carmen is a rather safe city for female solo travelers. However, I don't recommend going to a club on your own or walking alone at night. Stay away from drugs and do not drink excessively, and you will have a great time exploring this city. At no point did I feel unsafe in this city."
Health information
Best travel insurance for Playa del Carmen
Travel insurance isn't mandatory, but recommended. Choose a plan that offers coverage for Covid-19 and unexpected quarantine.
Vaccines
*this information is taken from the official CDC website
There are no vaccinations required for entry to Mexico but check with your doctor if they recommend taking additional ones against:
Tetanus
Typhoid
Hepatitis A.
Drinkable tap water?
No. The locals avoid drinking tap water in Mexico because it's not clean enough to drink. Try to brush your teeth with bottled water too.
