Spanish school in Playa del Carmen: International House - Riviera Maya

- Own residence within 5 minutes of the school
- Centrally located, close to the beach
- Private tropical garden with bar area where students can relax and socialise after class.
- Small class sizes
- Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Location: International House - Riviera Maya (Playa del Carmen) is a Spanish language school located in the beautiful and diverse town of Playa del Carmen, on Mexico's Caribbean coast, Riviera Maya. The area is abundant with white-sanded beaches, ancient ruins, eateries, restaurants, shopping malls and much more, with the school being well-placed for students to enjoy the town to its fullest. IH Riviera Maya is within a moment's walk of many attractions and services, ensuring students don't have to go far to get what they want.
Course selection: IH - Riviera Maya offers an impressive range of courses, with something suitable for students of all levels and various interests. In addition to General Spanish group tuition, taught over several schedules and intensities, the school also provides combination courses of Spanish group tuition and activities such as Latin Dancing, Scuba Diving, Mexican Cooking, Business Spanish and DELE Exam Preparation. One-to-one and two-to-one tuition is also available in conjunction with or independently from any other course. Specific programmes for families are available at various times throughout the year.
This school is a DELE Exam examination centre.
Social and cultural: Attractions within walking distance of the school include the 3D Museum of Wonders, the Playa del Carmen, the Frida Khalo Museum, the Playacan Mayan ruins, the Xaman - Ha Aviario bird-watching area and much more.
- The language school International House - Riviera Maya was founded in Playa del Carmen, Mexico in 2004.
- Legal name / parent company: International House Barcelona, S.L.
- Tax registration ID: RFC:SLR0906306R3
- Abbreviated name of school: IH Playa del Carmen
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
Spanish Courses

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At school Our price | 240 228 | 480 456 | 720 684 | 960 912 | 1320 1254 | 1760 1672 | 2200 2090 | 2640 2508 | 2665 2532 | 4680 4446 | 6930 6584 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 42 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 245 233 | 490 466 | 735 699 | 980 931 | 1350 1283 | 1800 1710 | 2250 2138 | 2730 2594 | 4680 4446 | 7140 6783 | 170 162 |
The Intensive is the most popular choice, as 20 hours per week of study with International House’s carefully prepared lessons greatly advance learners’ Spanish level, while also leaving participants with enough timetable flexibility to take advantage of their impressive surroundings in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.
The best way to really get to know a culture is to get to know its people: learn their language and integrate. While you are discovering this beautiful new place, you will use the opportunity to put your rapidly-developing Spanish skills to immediate use. All of this comes together to offer students an immersive language experience.
This is the main course. It offers you a high degree of flexibility: you can do as many weeks as you want and start at any point in the year, whatever your level.
09 Jan. 2023, 23 Jan. 2023, 07 Feb. 2023, 20 Feb. 2023, 06 Mar. 2023, 21 Mar. 2023, 03 Apr. 2023, 17 Apr. 2023, 02 May 2023, 15 May 2023, 29 May 2023, 12 Jun. 2023, 26 Jun. 2023, 10 Jul. 2023, 24 Jul. 2023, 07 Aug. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 18 Sep. 2023, 02 Oct. 2023, 16 Oct. 2023, 30 Oct. 2023, 13 Oct. 2023, 27 Oct. 2023, 11 Dec. 2023, 16 Dec. 2023, 08 Jan. 2024, 22 Jan. 2024, 06 Feb. 2024, 19 Feb. 2024, 04 Mar. 2024, 18 Mar. 2024, 01 Apr. 2024, 15 Apr. 2024, 29 Apr. 2024, 13 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 10 Jun. 2024, 24 Jun. 2024, 08 Jul. 2024, 22 Jul. 2024, 05 Aug. 2024, 19 Aug. 2024, 02 Sep. 2024, 17 Sep. 2024, 30 Sep. 2024, 14 Oct. 2024, 18 Oct. 2024, 11 Nov. 2024, 25 Nov. 2024, 02 Dec. 2024, 16 Dec. 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 42 |
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At school Our price | 560 532 | 1120 1064 | 1680 1596 | 2240 2128 | 3240 3078 | 4320 4104 | 5400 5130 | 6480 6156 | 6825 6484 | 12360 11742 | 20370 19352 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 42 |
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Price in US$ | 585 556 | 1170 1112 | 1755 1668 | 2340 2223 | 3390 3221 | 4520 4294 | 5650 5368 | 6780 6441 | 7150 6793 | 12840 12198 | 21420 20349 |
This course combines an Intensive Course with 10 hours per week of private classes which focus on Business Spanish.
It is a combination of Intensive course and Business private lessons.
If you want to go at your own pace, learn just what you need, and decide for yourself how intensive you want your programme to be, these one-to-one classes are the best option.
Spanish is becoming more and more important for business. Learning Spanish will enable you to communicate better with Spanish speaking employees or colleagues.
09 Jan. 2023, 23 Jan. 2023, 07 Feb. 2023, 20 Feb. 2023, 06 Mar. 2023, 21 Mar. 2023, 03 Apr. 2023, 17 Apr. 2023, 02 May 2023, 15 May 2023, 29 May 2023, 12 Jun. 2023, 26 Jun. 2023, 10 Jul. 2023, 24 Jul. 2023, 07 Aug. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 18 Sep. 2023, 02 Oct. 2023, 16 Oct. 2023, 30 Oct. 2023, 13 Oct. 2023, 27 Oct. 2023, 11 Dec. 2023, 16 Dec. 2023, 08 Jan. 2024, 22 Jan. 2024, 06 Feb. 2024, 19 Feb. 2024, 04 Mar. 2024, 18 Mar. 2024, 01 Apr. 2024, 15 Apr. 2024, 29 Apr. 2024, 13 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 10 Jun. 2024, 24 Jun. 2024, 08 Jul. 2024, 22 Jul. 2024, 05 Aug. 2024, 19 Aug. 2024, 02 Sep. 2024, 17 Sep. 2024, 30 Sep. 2024, 14 Oct. 2024, 18 Oct. 2024, 11 Nov. 2024, 25 Nov. 2024, 02 Dec. 2024, 16 Dec. 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
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At school Our price | 390 371 | 780 741 | 1170 1112 | 1560 1482 | 2220 2109 | 2960 2812 | 3700 3515 | 4440 4218 | 4615 4385 | 8280 7866 | 13230 12569 |
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This course combines an Intensive Course with 10 hours per week of two-to-one classes, which focus on Business Spanish. Two-to-One Business Spanish is for two students with the same level who want to study together.
It is a combination of Intensive course and Business private lessons.
If you want to go at your own pace, learn just what you need, and decide for yourself how intensive you want your programme to be, these one-to-one classes are the best option.
Spanish is becoming more and more important for business. Learning Spanish will enable you to communicate better with Spanish speaking employees or colleagues.
Private lessons are for two students with the same level who want to study together.
09 Jan. 2023, 23 Jan. 2023, 07 Feb. 2023, 20 Feb. 2023, 06 Mar. 2023, 21 Mar. 2023, 03 Apr. 2023, 17 Apr. 2023, 02 May 2023, 15 May 2023, 29 May 2023, 12 Jun. 2023, 26 Jun. 2023, 10 Jul. 2023, 24 Jul. 2023, 07 Aug. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 18 Sep. 2023, 02 Oct. 2023, 16 Oct. 2023, 30 Oct. 2023, 13 Oct. 2023, 27 Oct. 2023, 11 Dec. 2023, 16 Dec. 2023
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 42 |
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At school Our price | 410 390 | 820 779 | 1230 1169 | 1640 1558 | 2340 2223 | 3120 2964 | 3900 3705 | 4680 4446 | 4875 4632 | 8760 8322 | 14070 13367 |
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Price in US$ | 425 404 | 850 808 | 1275 1212 | 1700 1615 | 2430 2309 | 3240 3078 | 4050 3848 | 4860 4617 | 5070 4817 | 9000 8550 | 14700 13965 |
Get a deeper understanding of Mexico – it's history, ethnic diversity, art, culture and customs. Class activities are designed primarily to help students develop their communicative skills.
Classes take place 5 afternoons per week.
It is a combination of Intensive course and private lessons which helps you to get a deeper understanding of Mexico - its history. ethnic diversity, art, culture and customs. Class activities are designed primarily to help students develop their communicative skills.
09 Jan. 2023, 23 Jan. 2023, 07 Feb. 2023, 20 Feb. 2023, 06 Mar. 2023, 21 Mar. 2023, 03 Apr. 2023, 17 Apr. 2023, 02 May 2023, 15 May 2023, 29 May 2023, 12 Jun. 2023, 26 Jun. 2023, 10 Jul. 2023, 24 Jul. 2023, 07 Aug. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 18 Sep. 2023, 02 Oct. 2023, 16 Oct. 2023, 30 Oct. 2023, 13 Oct. 2023, 27 Oct. 2023, 11 Dec. 2023, 16 Dec. 2023, 08 Jan. 2024, 22 Jan. 2024, 06 Feb. 2024, 19 Feb. 2024, 04 Mar. 2024, 18 Mar. 2024, 01 Apr. 2024, 15 Apr. 2024, 29 Apr. 2024, 13 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 10 Jun. 2024, 24 Jun. 2024, 08 Jul. 2024, 22 Jul. 2024, 05 Aug. 2024, 19 Aug. 2024, 02 Sep. 2024, 17 Sep. 2024, 30 Sep. 2024, 14 Oct. 2024, 18 Oct. 2024, 11 Nov. 2024, 25 Nov. 2024, 02 Dec. 2024, 16 Dec. 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00
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At school Our price | 250 238 | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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This course includes the Intensive Course for the parent(s) (price shown is for 1 adult Intensive Course).
For children aged 2 to 5, childcare services are provided by the school. Play-based approach is used to introduce younger students to the language with the focus on having fun while learning.
Children aged 6 to 12 and teenagers up to 15 will get a private or semi-private (two students) Spanish course tailored to their age and needs.
Price listed is per person. There is a minimum of 2 members required to run this course.
Other options include:
- USD 35 per Two-to-One lesson.
- USD 40 per Three-to-One lesson.
This course is especially focused on families who want to enjoy a vacation combined with learning Spanish. This program has been designed for families of members of all ages. From the youngest member to the oldest, everyone will learn Spanish at their own level, adapted to the interests and needs of each of its members.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
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At school Our price | 150 143 | 300 285 | 450 428 | 600 570 | 750 713 | 900 855 | 1050 998 | 1200 1140 | 1500 1425 | 1800 1710 | 150 143 |
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This course includes 10 semi private lessons for two students travelling together.
Price listed is per person.
This course is especially focused on students with the same level who want to study together.
If you want to go at your own pace, learn just what you need, and decide for yourself how intensive you want your programme to be, the two-to-one classes are a great option.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 42 |
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At school Our price | 560 532 | 1120 1064 | 1680 1596 | 2240 2128 | 3240 3078 | 4320 4104 | 5400 5130 | 6480 6156 | 6825 6484 | 12360 11742 | 20370 19352 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 42 |
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Price in US$ | 585 556 | 1170 1112 | 1755 1668 | 2340 2223 | 3390 3221 | 4520 4294 | 5650 5368 | 6780 6441 | 7150 6793 | 12840 12198 | 21420 20349 |
This course includes the Intensive Course plus 10 individual lessons of medical Spanish per week. This course is designed for medical practitioners (doctors, nurses, care-workers, etc.) who need to use Spanish in their workplace. The program includes optional visits to observe and meet Spanish speaking doctors or nurses in a healthcare center.
It is a combination of Intensive course and 10 private lessons of Medical Spanish.
Health care workers understand that effective communication is essential. Don't let language and cultural barriers interfere with your ability to provide high quality care.
If you want to go at your own pace, learn just what you need, and decide for yourself how intensive you want your programme to be, one-to-one classes are the best option.
09 Jan. 2023, 23 Jan. 2023, 07 Feb. 2023, 20 Feb. 2023, 06 Mar. 2023, 21 Mar. 2023, 03 Apr. 2023, 17 Apr. 2023, 02 May 2023, 15 May 2023, 29 May 2023, 12 Jun. 2023, 26 Jun. 2023, 10 Jul. 2023, 24 Jul. 2023, 07 Aug. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 18 Sep. 2023, 02 Oct. 2023, 16 Oct. 2023, 30 Oct. 2023, 13 Oct. 2023, 27 Oct. 2023, 11 Dec. 2023, 16 Dec. 2023, 08 Jan. 2024, 22 Jan. 2024, 06 Feb. 2024, 19 Feb. 2024, 04 Mar. 2024, 18 Mar. 2024, 01 Apr. 2024, 15 Apr. 2024, 29 Apr. 2024, 13 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 10 Jun. 2024, 24 Jun. 2024, 08 Jul. 2024, 22 Jul. 2024, 05 Aug. 2024, 19 Aug. 2024, 02 Sep. 2024, 17 Sep. 2024, 30 Sep. 2024, 14 Oct. 2024, 18 Oct. 2024, 11 Nov. 2024, 25 Nov. 2024, 02 Dec. 2024, 16 Dec. 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 42 |
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At school Our price | 560 532 | 1120 1064 | 1680 1596 | 2240 2128 | 3240 3078 | 4320 4104 | 5400 5130 | 6480 6156 | 6825 6484 | 12360 11742 | 20370 19352 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 42 |
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Price in US$ | 585 556 | 1170 1112 | 1755 1668 | 2340 2223 | 3390 3221 | 4520 4294 | 5650 5368 | 6780 6441 | 7150 6793 | 12840 12198 | 21420 20349 |
Intensive course plus 10 individual lessons of DELE preparation per week. Students are given access to past papers and have the opportunity to develop and practice specific exam techniques.
DELE exams themselves are only available on certain dates.
Exam fee is not included.
It is a combination of Intensive course and 10 private DELE exam preparation lessons.
Get all the practice you need to take the highly prestigious and internationally recognised DELE exam, organised by the Instituto Cervantes.
If you want to go at your own pace, learn just what you need, and decide for yourself how intensive you want your programme to be, the one-to-one classes are the best option.
09 Jan. 2023, 23 Jan. 2023, 07 Feb. 2023, 20 Feb. 2023, 06 Mar. 2023, 21 Mar. 2023, 03 Apr. 2023, 17 Apr. 2023, 02 May 2023, 15 May 2023, 29 May 2023, 12 Jun. 2023, 26 Jun. 2023, 10 Jul. 2023, 24 Jul. 2023, 07 Aug. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 18 Sep. 2023, 02 Oct. 2023, 16 Oct. 2023, 30 Oct. 2023, 13 Oct. 2023, 27 Oct. 2023, 11 Dec. 2023, 16 Dec. 2023, 08 Jan. 2024, 22 Jan. 2024, 06 Feb. 2024, 19 Feb. 2024, 04 Mar. 2024, 18 Mar. 2024, 01 Apr. 2024, 15 Apr. 2024, 29 Apr. 2024, 13 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 10 Jun. 2024, 24 Jun. 2024, 08 Jul. 2024, 22 Jul. 2024, 05 Aug. 2024, 19 Aug. 2024, 02 Sep. 2024, 17 Sep. 2024, 30 Sep. 2024, 14 Oct. 2024, 18 Oct. 2024, 11 Nov. 2024, 25 Nov. 2024, 02 Dec. 2024, 16 Dec. 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
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At school Our price | 410 390 | 820 779 | 1230 1169 | 1640 1558 | 2340 2223 | 3120 2964 | 3900 3705 | 4680 4446 | 4875 4632 | 8760 8322 | 14070 13367 |
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Price in US$ | 425 404 | 850 808 | 1275 1212 | 1700 1615 | 2430 2309 | 3240 3078 | 4050 3848 | 4860 4617 | 5070 4817 | 9000 8550 | 14700 13965 |
It is a combination of Intensive course and 5 private Latin Dancing lessons.
The most fun way to learn any type of dance is to sign up and attend a dance class with an instructor who specialises in the specific form of dance that you would like to learn.
Dance classes take place 5 afternoons per week.
09 Jan. 2023, 23 Jan. 2023, 07 Feb. 2023, 20 Feb. 2023, 06 Mar. 2023, 21 Mar. 2023, 03 Apr. 2023, 17 Apr. 2023, 02 May 2023, 15 May 2023, 29 May 2023, 12 Jun. 2023, 26 Jun. 2023, 10 Jul. 2023, 24 Jul. 2023, 07 Aug. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 18 Sep. 2023, 02 Oct. 2023, 16 Oct. 2023, 30 Oct. 2023, 13 Oct. 2023, 27 Oct. 2023, 11 Dec. 2023, 16 Dec. 2023, 08 Jan. 2024, 22 Jan. 2024, 06 Feb. 2024, 19 Feb. 2024, 04 Mar. 2024, 18 Mar. 2024, 01 Apr. 2024, 15 Apr. 2024, 29 Apr. 2024, 13 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 10 Jun. 2024, 24 Jun. 2024, 08 Jul. 2024, 22 Jul. 2024, 05 Aug. 2024, 19 Aug. 2024, 02 Sep. 2024, 17 Sep. 2024, 30 Sep. 2024, 14 Oct. 2024, 18 Oct. 2024, 11 Nov. 2024, 25 Nov. 2024, 02 Dec. 2024, 16 Dec. 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00
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At school Our price | 410 390 | 820 779 | 1230 1169 | 1640 1558 | 2340 2223 | 3120 2964 | 3900 3705 | 4680 4446 | 4875 4632 | 8760 8322 | 14070 13367 |
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Price in US$ | 425 404 | 850 808 | 1275 1212 | 1700 1615 | 2430 2309 | 3240 3078 | 4050 3848 | 4860 4617 | 5070 4817 | 9000 8550 | 14700 13965 |
It is a combination of Intensive course and 5 private cooking lessons.
Spanish cooking classes will show you that cooking methods and ingredients often haven’t changed for hundreds of years, the cook will share with you the tips and tricks of the authentic dishes.
Cooking lessons last 1 hour, five afternoons per week.
09 Jan. 2023, 23 Jan. 2023, 07 Feb. 2023, 20 Feb. 2023, 06 Mar. 2023, 21 Mar. 2023, 03 Apr. 2023, 17 Apr. 2023, 02 May 2023, 15 May 2023, 29 May 2023, 12 Jun. 2023, 26 Jun. 2023, 10 Jul. 2023, 24 Jul. 2023, 07 Aug. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 18 Sep. 2023, 02 Oct. 2023, 16 Oct. 2023, 30 Oct. 2023, 13 Oct. 2023, 27 Oct. 2023, 11 Dec. 2023, 16 Dec. 2023, 08 Jan. 2024, 22 Jan. 2024, 06 Feb. 2024, 19 Feb. 2024, 04 Mar. 2024, 18 Mar. 2024, 01 Apr. 2024, 15 Apr. 2024, 29 Apr. 2024, 13 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 10 Jun. 2024, 24 Jun. 2024, 08 Jul. 2024, 22 Jul. 2024, 05 Aug. 2024, 19 Aug. 2024, 02 Sep. 2024, 17 Sep. 2024, 30 Sep. 2024, 14 Oct. 2024, 18 Oct. 2024, 11 Nov. 2024, 25 Nov. 2024, 02 Dec. 2024, 16 Dec. 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00
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At school Our price | 770 732 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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This is a 3 day course that leads to the PADI certificate for dives of up to 30 metres. For students who already have the PADI Open Water course certificate.
All dives and other activities are programmed so as not to clash with the Spanish lessons taken in the mornings.
It is a combination of Intensive course and 3 day scuba diving course for advanced level that leads to the PADI certificate for dives of up to 30 metres.
Scuba equipment and a diving manual are included.
All dives and other activities are programmed so as not to clash with the Spanish lessons taken in the mornings.
09 Jan. 2023, 23 Jan. 2023, 07 Feb. 2023, 20 Feb. 2023, 06 Mar. 2023, 21 Mar. 2023, 03 Apr. 2023, 17 Apr. 2023, 02 May 2023, 15 May 2023, 29 May 2023, 12 Jun. 2023, 26 Jun. 2023, 10 Jul. 2023, 24 Jul. 2023, 07 Aug. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 18 Sep. 2023, 02 Oct. 2023, 16 Oct. 2023, 30 Oct. 2023, 13 Oct. 2023, 27 Oct. 2023, 11 Dec. 2023, 16 Dec. 2023
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
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At school Our price | 885 841 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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This is a 3-day course leading to the PADI Open Water certificate for dives of up to 18 meters.
The course includes 5 theory modules, pool lessons, open water dives and the hire of scuba equipment. All dives and other activities are programmed so as not to clash with the Spanish lessons taken in the mornings.
It is a combination of Intensive course and 3 day scuba diving course for beginners leading to the PADI Open Water certificate for dives of up to 18 meters.
Scuba equipment and a diving manual are included.
All dives and other activities are programmed so as not to clash with the Spanish lessons taken in the mornings.
09 Jan. 2023, 23 Jan. 2023, 07 Feb. 2023, 20 Feb. 2023, 06 Mar. 2023, 21 Mar. 2023, 03 Apr. 2023, 17 Apr. 2023, 02 May 2023, 15 May 2023, 29 May 2023, 12 Jun. 2023, 26 Jun. 2023, 10 Jul. 2023, 24 Jul. 2023, 07 Aug. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 18 Sep. 2023, 02 Oct. 2023, 16 Oct. 2023, 30 Oct. 2023, 13 Oct. 2023, 27 Oct. 2023, 11 Dec. 2023, 16 Dec. 2023
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Information for all courses offered by International House - Riviera Maya
What is included in the Intensive course price:
- Registration.
- Level test.
- Personal interview.
- Welcome breakfast.
- First day walking tour.
- 6 + hours/week of Spanish immersion with our social programme
- Closing ceremony.
- Certificate at the end of the course.
In case there is only one student at a given level in a given week, that student will take 10 private hours instead of the original 20 with no extra cost.
The week starting April 3th includes two public holidays and therefore it will have a special price of USD 145.
The school has two buldings; the school and the residence. The school is where the lessons take place, whilst the residence is where the welcome breakfast on the first day is held.
01 Jan. 2023, 06 Feb. 2023, 20 Mar. 2023, 06 Apr. 2023, 07 Apr. 2023, 01 May 2023, 16 Sep. 2023, 20 Nov. 2023, 25 Dec. 2023.
01 Jan. 2024, 04 Feb. 2024, 05 Feb. 2024, 18 Mar. 2024, 01 May 2024, 15 May 2024, 16 Sep. 2024, 15 Nov. 2024, 25 Dec. 2024.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
International House - Riviera Maya (IH)
““Combina idioma, arena y sol y aprenderás en Playa español, pero hazlo en International House que de las escuelas es la mejor.””





General school facilities
Cafeteria
Snack vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 10Number of public PC workstations: 4Paid parking (<500m)
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
260 US$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Accommodation

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Price in US$ | 252 | 504 | 756 | 936 | 1170 | 1404 | 1638 | 1872 | 2340 | 2808 | 234 |
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Price in US$ | 280 | 560 | 840 | 1008 | 1260 | 1512 | 1764 | 2016 | 2520 | 3024 | 252 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The residence is located in the center of Playa del Carmen, in a very quiet street, beside the town’s main church and just two blocks away (or a 5-minute walk) from the school.
All 22 bedrooms have twin beds and each bedroom has its own private bathroom. Bedrooms also have a desk, a TV, ceiling fans and air-conditioning, as well as a small fridge.
All meals are served in the residence itself.
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Price in US$ | 298 | 596 | 894 | 1192 | 1490 | 1788 | 2086 | 2384 | 2980 | 3576 | -- |
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Price in US$ | 340 | 680 | 1020 | 1360 | 1700 | 2040 | 2380 | 2720 | 3400 | 4080 | 340 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
A Mexican host family can be a great way to ensure you learn the maximum possible
amount of Spanish. Host families treat students as family guests and generally behave in a friendly and hospitable manner.
You can make new friends and maximize your opportunities to practice the Spanish you have learnt in class by chatting with your host family.
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Price in US$ | 268 | 536 | 804 | 1072 | 1340 | 1608 | 1876 | 2144 | 2680 | 3216 | 268 |
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Price in US$ | 295 | 590 | 885 | 1180 | 1475 | 1770 | 2065 | 2360 | 2950 | 3540 | 295 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Sunday
Price per person
A Mexican host family can be a great way to ensure you learn the maximum possible
amount of Spanish. Host families treat students as family guests and generally behave in a friendly and hospitable manner.
You can make new friends and maximize your opportunities to practice the Spanish you have learnt in class by chatting with your host family.
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Price in US$ | 420 | 840 | 1260 | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 2940 | 3360 | 4200 | 5040 | 420 |
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Price in US$ | 450 | 900 | 1350 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 3150 | 3600 | 4500 | 5400 | 450 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
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Price in US$ | 540 | 1080 | 1620 | 2160 | 2700 | 3240 | 3780 | 4320 | 5400 | 6480 | 540 |
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Price in US$ | 600 | 1200 | 1800 | 2400 | 3000 | 3600 | 4200 | 4800 | 6000 | 7200 | 600 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
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Price in US$ | 258 | 516 | 774 | 1032 | 1290 | 1548 | 1806 | 2064 | 2580 | 3096 | 258 |
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Price in US$ |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Sunday
Price per person
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Price in US$ | 180 | 360 | 540 | 720 | 900 | 1080 | 1260 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 180 |
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Price in US$ |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 294 | 588 | 882 | 1104 | 1380 | 1656 | 1932 | 2208 | 2760 | 3312 | 276 |
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Price in US$ |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The residence is located in the center of Playa del Carmen, in a very quiet street, beside the town’s main church and just two blocks away (or a 5-minute walk) from the school.
All 22 bedrooms have twin beds and each bedroom has its own private bathroom. Bedrooms also have a desk, a TV, ceiling fans and air-conditioning, as well as a small fridge.
All meals are served in the residence itself.
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Price in US$ | 216 | 432 | 648 | 792 | 990 | 1188 | 1386 | 1584 | 1980 | 2376 | 198 |
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Price in US$ | 236 | 472 | 708 | 864 | 1080 | 1296 | 1512 | 1728 | 2160 | 2592 | 216 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The residence is located in the center of Playa del Carmen, in a very quiet street, beside the town’s main church and just two blocks away (or a 5-minute walk) from the school.
All 22 bedrooms have twin beds and each bedroom has its own private bathroom. Bedrooms also have a desk, a TV, ceiling fans and air-conditioning, as well as a small fridge.
You can use the fully-equipped kitchen in the residence to prepare your own meals.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 156 | 312 | 468 | 552 | 690 | 828 | 966 | 1104 | 1380 | 1656 | 138 |
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 386 | 772 | 1158 | 1464 | 1830 | 2196 | 2562 | 2928 | 3660 | 4392 | 366 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The residence is located in the center of Playa del Carmen, in a very quiet street, beside the town’s main church and just two blocks away (or a 5-minute walk) from the school.
All 22 bedrooms have twin beds and each bedroom has its own private bathroom. Bedrooms also have a desk, a TV, ceiling fans and air-conditioning, as well as a small fridge.
You can use the fully-equipped kitchen in the residence to prepare your own meals.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 192 | 384 | 576 | 696 | 870 | 1044 | 1218 | 1392 | 1740 | 2088 | 174 |
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 465 | 930 | 1395 | 1748 | 2185 | 2622 | 3059 | 3496 | 4370 | 5244 | 437 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The residence is located in the center of Playa del Carmen, in a very quiet street, beside the town’s main church and just two blocks away (or a 5-minute walk) from the school.
All 22 bedrooms have twin beds and each bedroom has its own private bathroom. Bedrooms also have a desk, a TV, ceiling fans and air-conditioning, as well as a small fridge.
All meals are served in the residence itself.
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Price in US$ | 234 | 468 | 702 | 864 | 1080 | 1296 | 1512 | 1728 | 2160 | 2592 | 216 |
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The residence is located in the center of Playa del Carmen, in a very quiet street, beside the town’s main church and just two blocks away (or a 5-minute walk) from the school.
All 22 bedrooms have twin beds and each bedroom has its own private bathroom. Bedrooms also have a desk, a TV, ceiling fans and air-conditioning, as well as a small fridge.
All meals are served in the residence itself.
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Student opinions about International House - Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen
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Questions and answers about International House - Riviera Maya
- I want to book a 4-weeks course and I am wondering if there's a gym nearby for students? I go to the gym every day to start my day.“Yes, there are 3 gyms near to our school and residence.”Isabel Reyes, from IH Riviera Maya - Feb 28, 2022
- I stay one night in Cancun and continue to Playa del Carmen the following day. At what time can I check in at the student residence at the earliest/at the latest?“Check-in is after 12pm, but reception is open 24 hours. You can arrive anytime.”Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 12, 2022
- Can I also start in the group course during the week?“Yes, this is possible! Depending on availability.”Isabel, Administration from International House - Riviera Maya - Mar 10, 2023
- Is there air conditioning in the classrooms? I prefer the lessons without Aircon!“Our classrooms have AC, and it is necessary due weather conditions.
”Isabel, from International House - Riviera Maya - Aug 08, 2023
FAQ about International House - Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen
- Do you regularly have group activities outside of Spanish class?“Yes, International House Riviera Maya offers cultural activities such as a tour around Playa del Carmen, a cocktail party, salsa lessons, cooking lessons. Daily trips to the most beautiful and important sites in the region are available on-site at additional costs.
International House is centrally located, close to the beach, and has a private tropical garden with a bar area where students can relax and socialize after class. ”Ana Carolina, Area Manager from LanguageCourse.net - Dec 01, 2021 - I will be in Playa and I am Interested in attending a Spanish Programme for Senior Students.
“In Playa del Carmen, International House Riviera Maya does not offer a specific group for Senior Students (50+ students). The average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools, and the teachers have plenty of experience in having students of all ages, adapting the content and rhythm of the class to students regardless of their age.”Ana Carolina, Area Manager from LanguageCourse.net - Dec 07, 2021 - Does the student residence have a single room with a private bathroom and AC?“Yes, single rooms with a private bathroom and AC are available, and you can include breakfast and one meal if you want. The distance from the residence to the school is 3 minutes walking.”Ana Carolina, Area Manager from LanguageCourse.net - Jul 15, 2022
- Do the residence rooms at IH Riviera Maya have microwaves?“Here is what is included in the residences:
TV, telephone, daily cleaning, towels, bed linen, WIFI access in the building (free WIFI), Air conditioning, private bathroom.
Microwaves do not seem to be included.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant French from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 16, 2023 - What is the number of students per class at International House - Riviera Maya?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at International House - Riviera Maya varies from 2 students (Spanish for Families) to 8 students (Intensive Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at International House - Riviera Maya?100% of teachers at International House - Riviera Maya hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of International House - Riviera Maya from?The highest Nationality percentage at International House - Riviera Maya comes from USA with a 22% representation, followed by students from Germany (17%) and Switzerland (15%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- International House - Riviera Maya offers courses for which ages?International House - Riviera Maya offers courses from 6 years to 99. Average age is 27 during the summer and 27 for the rest of the year.