The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive

3.5 star property
Resort with private beach, full-service spa

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The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property
View from room
Restaurant
Sauna, body treatments, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages

Overview of The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive

8.0

Very Good

Highlight
  • Offers an onsite restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Playa del Carmen.

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • On private beach

Explore the neighborhood

Ave. Xaman-Ha, Retorno Sayil S/N Fracc. Playacar, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
  • Popular LocationDon Rafael1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBar la Chiquita3 min walk
  • Popular LocationRestaurante el Nopal4 min walk
  • Popular LocationOccidental Allegro5 min walk

Room options

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
LED TV
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room Superior With Garden View

  • Sleeps 4

Room Premium With Garden View

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Playa del Carmen

The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive is located in Playacar, a neighborhood in Playa del Carmen, and is next to a golf course and on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach, while Xcaret Eco Theme Park and Xplor Theme Park are popular area attractions. Traveling with kids? Consider Xaman Ha Aviary, or check out an event or a game at Mario Villanueva Stadium Madrid. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as cave exploring, ziplining, and ecotours in the area.

What's nearby

  • Quinta Avenida - 19 min walk
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 19 min walk
  • Playacar Golf Club - 1 min drive
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 10 min drive
  • Xcaret Eco Theme Park - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 9 min walk
  • Restaurante Miramare - 14 min walk
  • RIU Lupita Resort - 7 min drive
  • Occidental Allegro - 5 min walk
  • Turquesa - 8 min walk

About this property

The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive

Family-friendly resort near Playa del Carmen Main Beach
Playacar Golf Club and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal are located near The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive, which provides 18 holes of golf, a marina, and a swim-up bar. With a private beach, a beach bar, and beach massages, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a facial, a hot stone massage, and reflexology at Ome, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 onsite restaurants. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include kayaking, snorkeling, and surfing/body boarding. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a poolside bar and a terrace.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, tennis courts, and beach towels
  • A billiards/pool table, multilingual staff, and a foosball table
  • Guest reviews say good things about the beach locale, helpful staff, and overall condition
Room features
All 198 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and free infant beds

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Dining and beverage availability limited at one or more venues

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorized water sports, land activities, and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Sailing
Snorkeling
Surfing/body boarding

Land activities

Bicycling
Fitness facilities
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Dancing
Language

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Onsite live performances

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Botticelli
  • Chula Vista
  • Terraza Grill

Things to do

  • 18 holes of golf
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Foosball table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parasailing
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free crib
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5,167 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 18 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 32.57 per accommodation, per night

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Reef Playacar All Inclusive Beach Resort
Reef Playacar Beach
Reef Playacar Beach Resort
Reef Playacar All Inclusive Beach Resort Playa del Carmen
Reef Playacar Beach Playa del Carmen
Reef Playacar All Inclusive Beach
Reef car Inclusive Resort

Frequently asked questions

Does The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive?

Check-out is at noon.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive located?

Located in Playacar, this beachfront resort is next to a golf course and within 1 mi (2 km) of Mayan Ruins of Playacar, Playa del Carmen Main Beach, and Quinta Avenida. Xaman Ha Aviary and Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha are also within 15 minutes.

The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Optional All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 1020 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1020 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1020 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1020 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1020 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love you he location and property environment. Would like a better welcome, your or acclimation to the property instead of being sold on a time share
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

laura

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It was good for families but they need to limit children to the pool by the beach not sitting at the swim up bar. They also need 2 bartenders.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 stars
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Marc

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good value for the money. Very walkable property among treed paths with a large cenote. 15 minute walk to 5th avenue. The main restaurant area for buffet dining is spectacular with an ocean view and some exterior tables. The service was hit and miss depending on the waiters. Overall we weren’t disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Azrael linn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Reef was amazing. The staff were all very friendly & the property is absolutely beautiful. The resort offers several activities and we took part in several. By far my favorite activity was the Mayan purification ritual. We went into a hut to sweat out all of our toxins. The woman who conducts the ritual, Rosa, is amazing. We also had a massage which was top tier. Highly recommend both of these things if youre looking to relax. The property is within walking distance of a pharmacy, starbucks, bar, shopping area, 24 hour doctor and about a 5 min cab ride to 5th street. We have already started to plan our return for next year. Side note; I went to Mexico for dental work that i couldn't afford in the USA. Sani Dental was amazing. They are affordable and very professional. Its also within a 5 min cab ride from the Reef resort.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and resorts were absolutely amazing! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, green, and natural areas
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

JUAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was easily walkable end to end and had nice beach access. Had a mostly enjoyable stay. Warning to those (just as other reviews), the concierge tries to get you to go to a timeshare pitch at their sister hotel. As long as you don’t buy into that - should be a good time
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024