Seaweed Update: The Sea Is Back to Crystal Clear

Playa del Secreto stayed about 85% sargassum-free this year, and the turquoise water is back to its best.

Getting Here: Taxi Fares and Airport Transfers

Official taxi fares from Playa del Carmen to Playa del Secreto, plus a private transfer option from Cancún Airport.

Five Reasons Casa Chanty Is the Hidden Gem of Playa del Secreto

A private beach gate, a 180° glass wall, nearby cenotes, and a family-run welcome: five reasons Casa Chanty stands out.

Playa del Carmen in 2026: Is It Still Worth Visiting?

Honest answers to the questions we hear most: sargassum, where to stay, and what to do when the sea isn’t

Turtle Season at Playa del Secreto

From June to September, sea turtles come ashore every night at Playa del Secreto to lay their eggs.

A Day in the Life at Casa Chanty: From Sunrise Coffee to Sunset Margaritas

What does a typical day at Casa Chanty look like? No two days are the same, but there is a

Cenote-like pool with palm trees

The Best Cenotes Near Playa del Secreto (and How to Reach Them)

Four of our favorite cenotes within a 30-minute drive of Playa del Secreto, with tips for visiting.

Dining at Casa Chanty: What to Expect

Full kitchens, a private chef on request, and where to eat in nearby Puerto Morelos and Playa del Carmen.

Aerial view of Casa Chanty and the Playa del Secreto coastline

Playa del Secreto: The Quiet Stretch of Mexican Coast That Refused to Become Tulum

How to get to Playa del Secreto, what to do, where to eat and when to come to the Riviera[…]

Seven Day Trips from Casa Chanty That Are Worth the Drive

Tulum, Cobá, Chichén Itzá, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Akumal and Puerto Morelos: seven day trips worth the drive.