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The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa

3.5 star property
Beachfront resort with spa, near Quinta Avenida

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Beach bar
Sauna, body treatments, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages
Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Hallway

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Marina
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers

Feel at home (6)

  • Supervised childcare (free)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Rollaway/extra beds available (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Premium TV channels
The price is $241
includes taxes & fees
$198 per night
Jan 15 - Jan 16

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room Superior With Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room Superior With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room Premium With Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room Premium With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Ave. Xaman-Ha, Retorno Sayil S/N Fracc. Playacar, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710

What's nearby

  • Playacar Beach - 5 min walk
  • Quinta Avenida - 19 min walk
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 19 min walk
  • Playacar Golf Club - 1 min drive
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 54 min drive
  • Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM) - 12.2 miles/19.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Occidental Allegro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pool Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Don Rafael - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sports Bar Allegro Playacar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Turquesa - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa

Placing you just a 5-minute drive from Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal, The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, beach massages, and volleyball. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and reflexology. Dining choices include 3 restaurants and the bar/lounge is a great place to grab a cold drink. Other highlights include a marina, a free kid's club, and a beach bar. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.

All inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa 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

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 198 units
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Free children's club

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised childcare/activities

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Parasailing
  • Sailing
  • Boat tours
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Shopping
  • Pool table
  • Foosball
  • Fishing
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (5167 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 18 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1998
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Full-service spa
  • Marina
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

Ome has 3 treatment rooms. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Botticelli - Onsite fine-dining restaurant.
Terraza Grill - Onsite fine-dining restaurant. Open daily.
Chula Vista - Onsite buffet restaurant. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.61 per accommodation, per night
  • Destination fee: USD 2.10 per accommodation, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa?
No, this resort doesn't have a casino, but Riviera Gran Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, parasailing, and sailing and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa also has a private beach and a fitness center, as well as spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants.
Does The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa like?
The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa is located on the waterfront in Playacar, a short 19-minute walk from Quinta Avenida and 19 minutes' walk from Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal. Travelers give top marks for the resort's prime location.

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Great staff not so great facility
The staff was absolutely incredible but the hotel itself had older facilities. The restaurant we wanted to go to was closed, the coffee bar wasn’t happening and didn’t have specialities coffee as it said. You had to pay for the coffee that was at the front even with an all inclusive. Pieces of the pool were falling off, the ceiling in the main restaurant was falling off , almost into my plate near the AC unit. As I said, great staff not their fault but they need to maintain the premise
Shawna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Stay and Staff
When we first arrived, we had a couple of issues, but the staff and management were on top of it in no time. The staff was very welcoming and respectful. The room was comfortable and clean. We did some excursions through their travel shop. They were upfront for cost, but I will state that the ruins at Tulum are no longer run federally. We got to Tulum, it was very disorganized and a different price. When talking with other people at Tulum, we noticed that they were charged differently as well. Be aware of this. This has no reflection on the resort. The buffet served good food with a variety. We made reservations for both the Italian and Mexican Restaurants. Excellent service and food. The beach was clean and there were many areas where we could sit. There were two clean pools and on hot days, they were well used We were very happy we had the experience we did at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa. The resort is very family-friendly.
Michelle, 6-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Maria De La Paz, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

ralph, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

martin, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The hotel staff was friendly and always around for questions or needs. The hotel itself had all of the basic needs but nothing more.
Amellaly, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Me gustó mucho el hotel y el servicio. La comida no es extraordinaria pero tiene buen sabor. Lo único que no me gustó fue que el bar de la piscina estaba lleno de niños. Si uno como adulto quería pedir algo no podía porque el área que se supone está destinada para adultos por que es un bar! Esté llena de niños. Se que es un hotel familiar y que está bien que los niños estén con sus papás. Solo esa observación. Que específicamente en la barra se les limite un poco. Que les sirvan sus bebidas pero no que ocupen todo el bar
Fabiola, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property it’s located in a very safe neighborhood, food was amazing, courteous staff, we didn’t have much time to spend at the pool but the one day we did it the pool was clean and nice spot to chill. The beach within walking distance, had an amazing experience, planning my return trip again!
Berenice, 5-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

The property and staff were great. We had a really nice room and the beach and pool were really nice. I got an amazing deal on Expedia. The only reason it's a 4 and not 5 star rating is the food. While it certainly isn't bad. It wasn't great and there weren't a lot of options. Regardless it was a great experience and value. I would certainly return.
Charlie, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Property was great, we had easy access to food options, bars and parking. Very close to Quinta Avenida and the beach is beautiful and well kept. We upgraded to Gold bracelet and it was well worth it for us. Check in was efficient and overall we will definitely stay here again. It was awesome to see the parachutes landing right in front of us. Great job by buffet area staff. Thank you!!!
Gustavo, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Price is economical.
Arturo, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

From all inclusive to optional inclusive
Artur, 10-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was our first time to visit playa del carmen, we enjoyed it. My husband and my son in law have a lot fun with the person who attended the bar, im so sorry i don't remember his name, but he was awesome 👏, very nice person.
Maria Elena, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Votre messagerie est en anglais. Je ne peux pas m’exprimer
Maxime, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Elsa, 5-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A week at the Reef was a week in paradise
olga v., 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice resort with really nice architecture that’s beautifully integrated with the jungle-like setting. It’s not a luxurious property and the food was ok but not exceptional. However this resort had everything we wanted and a long stretch of beach. The staff were very friendly, and we felt like it was great quality for the price.
Darien, 7-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Honestly the best hotel i have ever stayed in and i have stayed in a few in different cities the staff was amazing when you walk in they offer you a drink because is an all inclusive the food is delicious and they also have a snack bar during the whole day and at night the snack bar serves tacos for the party animals highly recommend
Tanya, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place with spectacular beach!
Gabriela, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Food not so good
Melody, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cindy, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Patritsia, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

-Staff was very pleasant -Buffett options were not that great - I wish that the shower water could get hotter -Dining on the beach was wonderful- food was excellent - Ice Cream service was a nice touch -Snack bar was horrible! The quality of the food and presentation was not appetizing. Pool staff and Spa was great. My one area of extreme disappointment was that my IPAD, 2.cell phone cargers and laptop charger mysteriously disappeared!!!!! Houskeeping was the last person to enter my room. I feel blamed when one of the staff commented about using the safe. Im waiting on a final report. Ive traveled for years and I have never experienced this.
KEISHA M, 3-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

At the front desk during checkin, Jesus greeted our family with a smile and kindness. Our experience staying at The Reef Resort in Playacar exceeded our expectations. Thank you to Jesus, Fernando, Tyler, Alfonso and all the staff and coaches who attended to us. Our family (Camila, our 2 children & I) forever grateful.
James, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thank you to all the staff. From arrival to checking in with Fernando. He welcomed us with the utmost hospitality. The Reef Resort in Playacar provided our family an exceptional experience.
James, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"PADI DIVE SHOP was still awesome and the pool and swim up bars were great."
Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds & Onsite Restaurant/Bar
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM