All campers, either permanent or temporary, have access to this simple, yet elegant pool and restaurant at Paamul. We LOVE to come here, 15 minutes from Playa del Carmen. It is quiet, different, peaceful and rustic. Paamul is a little tricky to describe because it is a RV Trailer park with a twist, for campers, divers and tourists wanting lodging. It is not a highly commercialized tourist area. Paamul is a well maintained RV park, with small hotels, a restaurant and spots for campers. There are 185 spots for RV's (135 permanent and 51 open). There are 12 spaces for tents.
Here, Alfredo relaxes in the infinity pool. People (non campers) can use the pool and chairs, by simply buying a drink (soda, beer, liquor). This is really a good deal. During the week, it is so empty and calm. Often a golf cart will pull up and the local residents go for a quick swim, into the ocean or to the breezy restaurant for a beer.
Another shot of the pool, reaching into the ocean. This beach is very close to the coral reefs and if you want Scuba Mex is happy to take you diving.
Although, mostly RV populate Paamal, you can stay in hotels or cabanas, so close to the ocean. This is the back of one new hotel and here you can see the staircase, UNDER A MEXICAN PALAPA.
Very interesting PERMANENT RV's are along the roads of this RV park. Here is a close up shot of an entrance. People own the land but must follow certain rules. The trailer and open living space must be under a palapa. This "trailer" has been covered with cement and painted. Usually, the kitchen and living space is outside.
This is another shot of the one above. You can see the stainless steel fridge.
Notice, these properties have a front area. Many are filled with plants and flowers.
And satellite dishes!!!!! See the trailer and outdoor living space under the palapa.
Forty years, ago, Paamul was a coconut ranch. The son of the original owners of the ranch, is the current owner of this unique, isolated area along the riveria maya. Many Canadians and Americans own the permanent RV spots and visit part time during the year. Once such couple is Glen and Susan. They spend their summers in Southern Ontario on Guelph Lake. Check out their blog www.palapalife.blogspot.com Their posting of April 10, 2010 provides some interesting information about Paamul. Also, a quick search on google will show many excellent photos to give you the Paamal feeling. We find ourselves heading to Paamal often for the quiet, peaceful, open feeling.
