What we like about the school
- 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
What we dislike about the school
- 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.
- School currently has special offers.Details
Location: The school is just 10 meters from 5th Avenue, Playa del Carmen's main street which is teeming with all kinds of shops, restaurants and bars. The school is also just two blocks from the beach, so students can be swimming in the idyllic water of the Caribbean less than 10 minutes after finishing class.
- 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
- Covid-19 Status: School currently open
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
Spanish Courses
General Language
Intensive Course

20 Lessons per week
| 8 Students (max)
Offer!
from
230US$
219US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 42 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 230 219 | 460 437 | 690 656 | 920 874 | 1260 1197 | 1680 1596 | 2100 1995 | 2535 2409 | 4440 4218 | 6510 6185 | 155 148 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
The course includes Spanish immersion with social programme (entrance fees and transport not included).
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Student comments about "Intensive Course"
Robynn:
"My main goal was to practice fluency and that is exactly what I was able to do!"
Intensive + One-to-One Business Spanish
30 Lessons per week
| 8 Students (max)
Offer!
from
530US$
504US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 42 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 530 504 | 1060 1007 | 1590 1511 | 2120 2014 | 3060 2907 | 4080 3876 | 5100 4845 | 6435 6114 | 11640 11058 | 19110 18155 | 530 504 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course combines an Intensive Course with 10 hours per week of private classes which focus on Business Spanish.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Intensive + Two-to-One Business Spanish
30 Lessons per week
| 8 Students (max)
Offer!
from
405US$
385US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 42 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 405 385 | 810 770 | 1215 1155 | 1620 1539 | 2310 2195 | 3080 2926 | 3850 3658 | 4810 4570 | 8640 8208 | 13860 13167 | 405 385 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
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.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Intensive + Discover Mexico
25 Lessons per week
| 8 Students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!
from
380US$
361US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 42 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 380 361 | 760 722 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 2160 2052 | 2880 2736 | 3600 3420 | 4485 4261 | 8040 7638 | 12810 12170 | 305 290 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
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.
Classes take place 5 afternoons per week.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Junior
Spanish for Families
20 Lessons per week
| 8 Students (max)
Offer!
from
600US$
570US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 600 570 | 1200 1140 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 230 219 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
While parents take the Intensive Course, the school arranges classes for the children. 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 or three students) Spanish course tailored to their age and needs.
Price listed is for private classes. Other options include:
- USD 35 per Two-to-One lesson.
- USD 40 per Three-to-One lesson.
Children aged 6 to 12 and teenagers up to 15 will get a private or semi-private (two or three students) Spanish course tailored to their age and needs.
Price listed is for private classes. Other options include:
- USD 35 per Two-to-One lesson.
- USD 40 per Three-to-One lesson.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Minimum required student age
6 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Online Courses
Online Course (Tutored)
10 Lessons per week
| 1 Students (max)
Offer!
from
40US$
38US$
Based on the price of 6 weeks
See availability
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 242 230 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 462 439 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course is for students to prepare before coming to Mexico or continue their studies after returning home. Course consists of interactive study materials and can also include individual written and spoken tutorials with a qualified language instructor.
Online Course (Untutored)
10 Lessons per week
| 1 Students (max)
Offer!
from
10US$
10US$
Based on the price of 6 weeks
See availability
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 61 58 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 116 111 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course is for students to prepare before coming to Mexico or continue their studies after returning home. Course consists of interactive study materials and can also include individual written and spoken tutorials with a qualified language instructor.
Private
Two-to-One Semi-Private Course
10 Lessons per week
| 2 Students (max)
Offer!
from
350US$
333US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1050 998 | 1400 1330 | 1750 1663 | 2100 1995 | 2450 2328 | 2800 2660 | 3500 3325 | 4200 3990 | 350 333 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course includes 10 semi private lessons for two students travelling together.
Business
Intensive + One-to-One Medical Spanish
30 Lessons per week
| 8 Students (max)
Offer!
from
530US$
504US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 42 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 530 504 | 1060 1007 | 1590 1511 | 2120 2014 | 3060 2907 | 4080 3876 | 5100 4845 | 6435 6114 | 11640 11058 | 19110 18155 | 455 433 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
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.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Intensive + Two-to-One Medical Spanish
30 Lessons per week
| 8 Students (max)
Offer!
from
405US$
385US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 42 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 405 385 | 810 770 | 1215 1155 | 1620 1539 | 2310 2195 | 3080 2926 | 3850 3658 | 4810 4570 | 8640 8208 | 13860 13167 | 330 314 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
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. Two-to-One Medical Spanish is for two students with the same level who want to study together.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Exam Preparation
Intensive + One-to-One DELE Exam Preparation
30 Lessons per week
| 8 Students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!
from
530US$
504US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 42 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 530 504 | 1060 1007 | 1590 1511 | 2120 2014 | 3060 2907 | 4080 3876 | 5100 4845 | 6435 6114 | 11640 11058 | 19110 18155 | 455 433 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
International House - Riviera Maya is an examination centre for DELE.
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.
DELE exams themselves are only available on certain dates.
Exam fee is not included.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Intensive + Two-to-One DELE Exam Preparation
30 Lessons per week
| 8 Students (max)
Offer!
from
405US$
385US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 42 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 405 385 | 810 770 | 1215 1155 | 1620 1539 | 2310 2195 | 3080 2926 | 3850 3658 | 4810 4570 | 8640 8208 | 13860 13167 | 330 314 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
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. Two-to-One DELE Exam Preparation is for two students with the same level who want to study together.
DELE exams themselves are only available on certain dates.
DELE exams themselves are only available on certain dates.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Language Plus Activity
Intensive + Latin Dancing
25 Lessons per week
| 8 Students (max)
Offer!
from
380US$
361US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 42 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 380 361 | 760 722 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 2160 2052 | 2880 2736 | 3600 3420 | 4485 4261 | 8040 7638 | 12810 12170 | 305 290 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Dance classes take place 5 afternoons per week.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Intensive + Mexican Cooking Classes
25 Lessons per week
| 8 Students (max)
Offer!
from
380US$
361US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 42 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 380 361 | 760 722 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 2160 2052 | 2880 2736 | 3600 3420 | 4485 4261 | 8040 7638 | 12810 12170 | 305 290 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Cooking lessons last 1 hour, five afternoons per week.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Intensive + Scuba Diving (Advanced)
31 Lessons per week
| 8 Students (max)
Offer!
from
760US$
722US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 760 722 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
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.
All dives and other activities are programmed so as not to clash with the Spanish lessons taken in the mornings.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
General course schedule
6-7 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Intensive + Scuba Diving (Beginners)
31 Lessons per week
| 8 Students (max)
Offer!
from
875US$
832US$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 875 832 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
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.
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.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
10 Jan. 2022, 24 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Feb. 2022, 07 Mar. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 04 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 May 2022, 30 May 2022, 13 Jun. 2022, 27 Jun. 2022, 11 Jul. 2022, 25 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022, 22 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 17 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 14 Nov. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022, 12 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022
General course schedule
6-7 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Specialty Courses
Refresher Course for Spanish Teachers
20 Lessons per week
| 12 Students (max)
Offer!
from
255US$
243US$
Based on the price of 2 weeks
See availability
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | -- | 510 485 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - Book an online course and use 25% of your booking towards any course in the future! .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This 2 week course is designed for practicing teachers of Spanish working in a non-Spanish speaking country who want to update their skills and knowledge in recent trends in methodology (such as the use of technology in the classroom), and refresh their knowledge of current Spanish usage and Latin-American culture.
Course specific data
Starting dates
2022: 12 Jul. 2022
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Possible course durations
2 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Information for all courses offered by International House - Riviera Maya
Comments about courses
The week starting 11 April includes two public holidays and therefore has a special price of USD 145.
Lesson duration
55 minutes
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 30 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2022 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 14 Apr. 2022, 15 Apr. 2022, 16 Sep. 2022, 21 Nov. 2022, 25 Dec. 2022.
01 Jan. 2022, 07 Feb. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 14 Apr. 2022, 15 Apr. 2022, 16 Sep. 2022, 21 Nov. 2022, 25 Dec. 2022.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 50 US$ per course 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
Note: All courses offered by International House, Playa del Carmen can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
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.””
Spanish teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
School Size
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at International House - Riviera Maya and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school





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: 4
Additional comment about facilities of school
Bar
Garden
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer:40
Throughout the year: 20
Minimum age of students
16 years
2 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 10
Adult courses Throughout the year: 10
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Optional airport transfer
Cancún International Airport:
100 US$ one way
200 US$ return (both ways)
200 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Cancun.
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Leisure activities
activity possible | |
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Dancing | |
Diving | |
Golf | |
Horse riding | |
Mountainbiking | |
Music | |
Sailing | |
Squash | |
Swimming | |
Tennis | |
Volleyball | |
Windsurfing | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
The school organises special activities for students every weekday afternoon:
Mondays: city tour which includes a little walk around downtown Playa visiting some of the highlights
Tuesdays: cooking lessons, with a different Mexican recipe every week
Wednesdays: Latin dance lessons
Thursdays: playing games on the beach or having a movie or casino night (with board games) at the school
* Fridays: a party at the residence with free cocktails for all our students
Adults - Paid activities
We also organise excursions to some of the region's most interesting locations such as:
The ancient Mayan cities of Tulum and Chichen Itza
The island of Cozumel, famous for its coral reefs and marine life
* Regional nature reserves
These excursions outside Playa del Carmen are optional and are therefore not included in the course fee.
Accommodation
Student Residence

Single room, Breakfast
In high demand!
252 US$ per week
26 reviews
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 252 | 504 | 756 | 936 | 1170 | 1404 | 1638 | 1872 | 2340 | 2808 | 234 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
42 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
3 minutes walking (average reported by 11 former students).
Includes
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
18
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
298 US$ per week
11 reviews
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 298 | 596 | 894 | 1192 | 1490 | 1788 | 2086 | 2384 | 2980 | 3576 | 298 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
36 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Shared bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
268 US$ per week
11 reviews
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 268 | 536 | 804 | 1072 | 1340 | 1608 | 1876 | 2144 | 2680 | 321900 | 268 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
36 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Shared bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
16
Private apartment
Single room, No meals
420 US$ per week
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 420 | 840 | 1260 | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 2940 | 3360 | 4200 | 5040 | 420 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Price per room
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
70 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
2 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Private Apartment
Triple room (only for 3 people travelling together), No meals
540 US$ per week
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 540 | 1080 | 1620 | 2160 | 2700 | 3240 | 3780 | 4320 | 5400 | 6480 | 540 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Price per room
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
90 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Triple room (only for 3 people travelling together)
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
2 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Shared Apartment
Single room, No meals
258 US$ per week
1 review
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 258 | 516 | 774 | 1032 | 1290 | 1548 | 1806 | 2064 | 2580 | 3096 | 258 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
43 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
2 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Shared Apartment
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
180 US$ per week
1 review
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 180 | 360 | 540 | 720 | 900 | 1080 | 1260 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 180 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
30 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Distance from school
2 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Student Residence
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
294 US$ per week
26 reviews
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 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
49 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
4 minutes walking (average reported by 4 former students).
Includes
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Student Residence
Single room, No meals
216 US$ per week
26 reviews
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 216 | 432 | 648 | 792 | 990 | 1188 | 1386 | 1584 | 1980 | 2376 | 198 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
36 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
4 minutes walking (average reported by 5 former students).
Includes
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Student Residence
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
156 US$ per week
26 reviews
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in US$ | 156 | 312 | 468 | 552 | 690 | 828 | 966 | 1104 | 1380 | 1656 | 138 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
26 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Distance from school
5 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Student Residence
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
192 US$ per week
26 reviews
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 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
32 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Distance from school
5 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
18
Student comments
Sharon: "The rooms should contain a safe for storing passports, money and such. Great value and location. "
Robynn: "The student residence was much better than I expected! The beds were extremely comfortable (I love a firm bed!) The only improvements I would recommend are adding a safe and providing wash cloths."
Student Residence
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
234 US$ per week
26 reviews
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 234 | 468 | 702 | 864 | 1080 | 1296 | 1512 | 1728 | 2160 | 2592 | 216 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
39 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Distance from school
5 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Reviews
4.2
Overall school rating of
International House - Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen
57 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usInternational House - Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen
School
Location of the school
4.7
Organisation
4.2
Facilities
3.9
Social activities
3.9
Course
Course quality / Progress in language
4.2
Value for money
4.1
Accommodation
Homestay
3.7
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.3
Other
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- 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.net01-12-2021
- 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.net07-12-2021
- 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 Maya28-02-2022
- Is airport pickup offered by International House?Yes. The school offers pickup from Cancún International Airport (100 US$)
- 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 1 students (Online Course (Tutored)) to 12 students (Refresher Course for Spanish Teachers)
- 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.
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