The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Playa del Carmen

$$$$||View on mapPlaya del Carmen, MexicoAv Xaman Ha Retorno Sayil S/N, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 77710|
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The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa - Playa del Carmen
Av Xaman Ha Retorno Sayil S/N, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 77710·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.0Great
Highest Rated
Location8.9
Comfort8.5
Cleanliness8.4
Staff8.3
Lowest Rated
Free WiFi7.8
Value for money7.7
Who stays here
Families55%
Couples28%
Groups13%
Solo4%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.0Great
Highest Rated
Location8.9
Comfort8.5
Cleanliness8.4
Staff8.3
Lowest Rated
Free WiFi7.8
Value for money7.7
Who stays here
Families55%
Couples28%
Groups13%
Solo4%

4-star all-inclusive beachfront resort with jungle setting in Playa del Carmen

Amenities and Pools

The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa has two outdoor swimming pools with a pool view and a dedicated kids' pool. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available on the beachfront and around the pools. Free bicycle rental, a fitness centre, and a tennis court are included in the all-inclusive package.

Dining and Entertainment

The resort's buffet restaurant serves American, Italian, and international cuisines for brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea. Two à la carte options - an Italian and a Mexican restaurant - require advance reservations and offer sit-down dinners. Evening entertainment includes live music performances, karaoke, and a themed show, plus a rooftop bar with a dance floor.

Spa and Wellness

The Ome Spa offers a Temazcal treatment that combines ancient Mayan rituals with modern wellness practices. Guests can book full-body massages, body wraps, facials, and couples massage, plus use the sauna, hot tub, and massage chairs. Spa packages include beauty services such as manicures, pedicures, and body scrubs.

Rooms and Suites

Superior rooms come with either garden view or pool view, a private balcony, and air conditioning. Some rooms are set in two-story villas surrounded by tropical vegetation, offering direct access to walking paths. Each room has a private bathroom, safety deposit box, and minibar stocked upon arrival.

Location and Activities

The Reef Playacar is located inside the gated Playacar community, a 4-minute walk from Playacar Beach and a 15-minute walk to Playa del Carmen's 5th Avenue. The Playacar Golf Club is a short drive away, and the resort offers a free shuttle to its sister property, Reef Coco Beach. Daily activities include snorkelling, kayaking, paddleboarding, yoga, and water aerobics led by the entertainment team.

  • Location: Playacar beachfront, 4-minute walk to Playacar Beach, 20-minute walk to 5th Avenue
  • Rooms: Superior rooms with balcony, garden or pool views, plus jungle villas
  • Dining: 3 restaurants - buffet, Italian, Mexican - plus snack bar and ice cream parlor
  • Wellness: Ome Spa with Temazcal treatment, sauna, massage chairs, and spa packages
  • Activities: Yoga, aerobics, snorkelling, tennis, bicycle rental, and nightly live music
  • Family: Kids' club, supervised activities, children's pool, and family-friendly buffet
  • Unique: Jungle surroundings with coatis, monkeys, and cenote - QR code menus for dining

Licence number: 008-007-003763/2025

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
from 06:00-12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:396
Former name
Reef Playacar
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Rooms and availability

Premium One-Bedroom Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds
Premium Junior Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds
Premium Three-Bedroom Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds
  • Bathtub
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting

Babysitting/Child services

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
All inclusive
Facilities for kids

Children's pool

Children's buffet

Cots

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Billiard tables
  • Table tennis
  • Yoga class
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • All inclusive
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Karaoke
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa

💵 Lowest room price 239 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.9 km
✈️ Distance to airport 1.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen, PCM

Location

Av Xaman Ha Retorno Sayil S/N, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 77710
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Av Xaman Ha Retorno Sayil S/N, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 77710
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Av Xaman Ha Retorno Sayil S/N, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 77710
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Paseo Xaman - Ha S/N
Hard Rock Campo de Golf
290 m
Restaurant
Les Crepes de Paris
3.1 km
Restaurant
LABRIOCHE de Playa
2.0 km
Restaurant
Dona Aurelia sabores Mexicanos
2.0 km
Restaurant
Mamma Mia
2.1 km
Restaurant
Buenerrimo
2.6 km
Restaurant
La Vaqueria
2.8 km

Reviews of The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa

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FAQ about The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa

How far is The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa hotel from the city centre?
The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa hotel is located in the Playacar Fase II district.
What are the top attractions to visit while staying at the The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa?
Attractions near the The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa include Hard Rock Campo de Golf as well as Los Fundadores Park, they can be reached with a 5 minutes' walk and a 25 minutes' walk respectively.
Does the hotel provide an airport shuttle?
Bus shuttle is one of the services offered by the hotel. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Is there a parking at the resort?
Yes, the resort offers public parking on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa?
Guests of The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-10/10 according to reviews-restaurant Hacienda Don Diego offering Mexican cuisine.
Can I have breakfast at the The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at the 4-star The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa hotel?
Guests of the 4-star The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 06:00.
How much does it cost to stay at the resort?
The price for a room in the resort starts at $137.
What payment methods are available in The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa hotel?
At The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa hotel, you can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa.
What room types are available at the The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa?
Premium King Room, Superior King Room, and Premium Queen Room are among the room types available at the The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa hotel?
Specific suites at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa hotel boast views of the garden and feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and an individual safe for security reasons.
Which facilities are available in the resort?
The resort is equipped with a cash machine and a tour desk as well as a safe deposit box and 24-hour security service for safety purposes.
What spa facilities does The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa hotel offer?
At a wellness centre featured at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as beauty therapy, body wraps, and body scrub. Additionally, a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna are offered on-site.
Is there a swimming pool in the The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa?
Yes, the The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.
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