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The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa

3.5 star property
Beachfront resort with spa, near Playa del Carmen Main Beach

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property
Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • 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
  • Supervised childcare (free)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Rollaway/extra beds available (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Premium TV channels
The price is $176
$217 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19

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
  • 27 sq m
  • 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
  • 27 sq m
  • 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
Shower/tub combination
  • 27 sq m
  • 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
Shower/tub combination
  • 27 sq m
  • 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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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room Premium With Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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 - 4 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 Playacar Golf Club, 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.

The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very Good

martin, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com 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
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8/10 Very Good

Great location great food great staff, dark jungle vibe. I prefer something a bit more tropical for next time as I missed the color, we did a lot of excursions, including swimming with sea turtles I rented a car from the resort for one day we swim in a cenote and did the explorer by Zcaret which was great good to get off the beach for a day out of the sun huge waterslide was insane bring your own ocean floats and yetis!
Michele, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

really pretty, we loved it!
Elvina, 7-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

Olivia Yvette, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The resort was clean we felt safe there was some “tourists” shopping center within walking distance and the beach was nice. Highly recommended this resort.
Stephanie, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I liked the quiet, safe, relatively close to the town, comfortable, clean facilities and very good customer service.
Olga, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing service and property.
Brenda, 4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff is very good to its guests
steve a, 7-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff and beautiful property
Thalia, 7-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

Plaice was very beautiful,air conditioning was very good.Room view was not good, food was ok
Anna, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and location
Great stay, beach is very good. Great value for the price.
Arturo, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

For the price, we thought that the Reef Playacar was a great bargain. The room was clean. The beach was excellent. The staff worked relentlessly to keep the entire facility clean. The restaurant had fewer options than what most all-inclusive resorts have, but the overall quality of the food at the buffet was really good. There were always beach chairs available. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and would return.
Ryan Edward, 10-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

First, the resort caters to spanish speaking guests. In terms of entertainment you are out of luck if you dont speak spanish. They do not restock your fridge or your coffee maker. Very hard to get into the specialty restaurants.i got in to the Italian one and it not good. The buffet was the same thing every day just about. We went to town for dinner a few times. Service getting drinks was spotty at best. The beds were rock hard. There was always a smell of burning rubber or trash outside that permeated the rooms . Ive been to Mexico alot and this was my worst experience.
sean richard, 6-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Good
Guido, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Playacar offers great all inclusive resorts, but we keep coming back at The Reef Playacar. Great service, personalized and honest smiles. Our family had a worderful time, again. During our last night chef Acosta prepared a special Mexican dinner just for us. A 3-course meal that was Top-notch! Full of flavor! Thank you very much.
hector Alejandro, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We are repeat visitors to the Reef Playacar. This was either our 8th or 9th time here. We keep coming back because it has a more boutique hotel feel, and the staff are always friendly and attentive. Looks like they have upgraded some of the decor in the rooms and refreshed the dining are which made it seem much more upscale. Also this is one of the few hotels that cleans up the saggrasium every day although this time there was very little.
Elizabeth, 4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

I absolutely loved everything about the property and staff. Me and my family enjoyed the amenities of the reef. During check in/out i was overly stressed and the staff assisted me with calming words and for that im forever grateful. The main and only thing i didnt like was not having accessible water in the dorm fridge during the duration of the stay.
Christine, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything great
Arturo Estrada, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

My family of four had a great time. No complaints and a great value for the money.
Matthew Wayne, 5-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great hotel although smaller than others in the area. They have only one buffet so they run out of options early on. Get there early! Staff was friendly. Rooms were clean.
Norma, 4-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Like many reviews mention, food is VERY bland. I read those reviews before booking and thought I’d take a chance as I’m not the picky type. I did eat at the buffet and the Mexican restaurant and it did the job of killing the hunger but definitely was very poor quality food. Very tasteless and plain. I had a burger at the snack bar and it was probably the worst and cheapest (quality not price) burger I’ve ever had, like school cafeteria type of quality. My family is more selective than me and they are very little because of how bland the food was. And as for the Mexican restaurant, I never thought that the worst fajitas I ever had would be in Mexico. Do yourself a favor and skip the all inclusive package and just eat out for real food. Rooms were also dirty and flors full of sand. You couldn’t walk bare feet without a bunch of stuff sticking to your feet in the rooms. On a positive, every employee I interacted with was very friendly and pleasant.
Reniel, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Me encantó el hotel muy privado tranquilo El restaurante muy bueno y variado sus meseros súper atentos. Dos albercas una de ellas con barra las dos muy padres
Clarissa Giovanna, 4-night family trip
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