Fodor's Expert Review El Taj Condo Hotel

This pair of curvaceous buildings contains stylish condo rentals—each complete with a fully equipped kitchen and washer-dryer—with Balinese furnishings. In El Taj Oceanfront, luxurious touches range from stone showers to private Jacuzzis and rooftop barbecues. Across the street at El Taj Beachside, a lap pool set off by tree-trunk columns winds through a quiet courtyard. You can make your own meals in each condo's designer kitchen or dine at nearby Plank, where El Taj guests receive 15% off. Guests also receive 15% at the spa and free access to The Gym, including fitness classes. A breakfast buffet is served at Indigo Beach Club. El Taj is also one of the few pet-friendly properties in Playa del Carmen.