***** Start process hotel master code: 988685 ***** Processing language: en Start processing master|Master|988685|Language|en Get hotel info by default process. Combining hotel infos|Master|988685|Language|en *** Getting hotel info for distinct suppliers *** Supplier: 10180 - Service called - Response: OK Supplier: 4070 - Service called - Response: OK Supplier: 10120 - Service called - Response: OK Supplier: 24 - Service called - Response: OK Supplier: 7072 - Service called - Response: No info found Supplier: 7000 - Service called - Response: OK Result. HotelInfos obtained for every supplier Time (ms) 1918 |End Getting hotel info for distinct suppliers *** COMBINE PROCESS *** Info by master code City code: 3897 Country code: 21 Category code: **** Category name: 4 Country name: MEXICO Address country name: MEXICO City name: PLAYA DEL CARMEN Address city name: PLAYA DEL CARMEN Address line: Carretera Federal 307, Chetumal – Puerto Juárez, km 306 Zip: 77710 Region code: 0 Section type: 1 Supplier: 10120 Description section Name OK ==> Using value: [Catalonia Playa Maroma – All Inclusive] General description OK ==> Using value: [With a stay at Catalonia Playa Maroma – All Inclusive in Playa del Carmen, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Maroma Beach and Playa Paraiso Golf Course. This 4-star property is 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Quinta Avenida and 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Mamitas Beach.. Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a nightclub, outdoor tennis courts, and an outdoor pool. Additional features at this property include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).] Hotel descriptions OK ==> Using value: [ , , Pets not allowed, Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.. Professional property host/manager. Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas. Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures. Temperature checks are available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place. Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly. Property is cleaned with disinfectant. Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures. Staff wears personal protective equipment. Masks are available to guests. Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Protective clothing is available to guests. Gloves are available to guests. No cribs (infant beds) available. No rollaway/extra beds available. Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant. No elevators, Visa, Debit cards, American Express, Cash, Mastercard, This property is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.

Grab a bite to eat at El Pajarito, one of the property's many dining establishments, which include 6 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges.

, Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite., Make yourself at home in one of the 404 guestrooms featuring free minibar items. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access is available. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers., Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Maroma Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Playa Paraiso Golf Course - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
El Manglar Golf Course - 5 km / 3.1 mi
Paradise Beach - 5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Virgen Beach - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi
Tres Rios Ecopark - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course - 10.6 km / 6.6 mi
Dr. Alfredo Barrera Marin Botanical Garden - 13.6 km / 8.5 mi
Sanctuary of Hope and Time Capsule - 13.7 km / 8.5 mi
Guadalupe Church - 16.6 km / 10.3 mi
Quinta Avenida - 17.3 km / 10.7 mi
Temazcal Natura - 17.3 km / 10.8 mi
Plaza Las Americas - 17.7 km / 11 mi
Puerto Morelos Town Square - 17.8 km / 11 mi
San Jose Catholic Parish - 17.8 km / 11 mi

The nearest airports are:
Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 42.3 km / 26.3 mi
Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM) - 57.2 km / 35.5 mi

The preferred airport for Catalonia Playa Maroma – All Inclusive is Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN).

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You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Please note: Guests require a ticket to access each a la carte restaurant. Tickets are provided at check-in, based on length of stay. Tickets cannot be purchased.,Fee - optional:

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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