The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa

Travelers can relax by the marina or join yoga classes after exploring crystal-clear waters through scuba diving at this beachfront resort

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April 2026

May 2026

Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas - The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa (Playa del Carmen)

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Located near Playacar Golf Club, The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa offers a beachside getaway with all-inclusive options. Enjoy beach massages and treatments at Ome spa, sailing, volleyball, three restaurants, and a poolside bar with high-speed WiFi.

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Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant

includes taxes & fees

26 Apr - 27 Apr

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Room options

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Tonight

Mar 29 - Mar 30

Tomorrow

Mar 30 - Mar 31

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Garden view
27 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Garden view
27 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Very good

Garden view
27 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

Wonderful

Garden view
27 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

About the area

Located in Playacar, a neighbourhood in Playa del Carmen, The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa 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 Playacar Beach, while Xplor Theme Park and Xcaret Eco Theme Park are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Xaman Ha Aviary, or check out an event or a game at Mario Villanueva Stadium Madrid. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby windsurfing, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours, cave exploring and ziplining. Visit our Playa del Carmen travel guide

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

What's nearby

Playacar Beach
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Quinta Avenida
19 min walk - 1.7 km
Playa del Carmen Main Beach
4 min drive - 2.5 km
Playacar Golf Club
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Mayan Ruins of Playacar
3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
54 min drive

Restaurants

Viva Wyndham Maya
13 min walk
Turquesa
9 min walk
Don Rafael
1 min walk
La Barra Artesanal
8 min walk
Occidental Allegro
5 min walk

About this property

The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa

Family-friendly resort near Quinta Avenida

Playacar Beach and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal are located near The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa, which provides an adjacent golf course, 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 massage, a body treatment and a body wrap at Ome, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include scuba diving, sailing and fishing. In addition to a poolside bar and a terrace, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Additional perks include:

An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers, pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
Free self-parking
Free bike hire, tennis courts and a billiards/pool table
A TV in reception, 1 meeting room and concierge services
Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff

Room features

All 198 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.

Extra amenities include:

LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
Eco-friendly toiletries, shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
32-inch LED TVs with premium channels
Balconies, fridges and free extra beds

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site 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-motorised water sports, land activities and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking

Sailing

Snorkelling

Surfing/body boarding

Land activities

Cycling

Fitness facilities

Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics

Dancing

Language

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities

On-site live performances

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property

This property participates in Ecostars – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking

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-hole adjacent golf course
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
Snorkelling
Surfing/bodyboarding
Tennis
TV in common areas
Yoga classes

Family friendly

Children's pool
Free children's club
Free rollaway/extra bed
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
Water dispenser

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Business services

5,167 square feet of conference space
Business centre
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 lift
Tile flooring in room

More

18 buildings
3 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Built in 1998
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Refrigerator

More

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Ceiling fan
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Phone
Safe
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets

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 at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Free rollaway/extra beds!

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

A tax is imposed by the city: USD 3.31 per accommodation, per night
Destination fee: USD 0.59 per accommodation, per night.
Resort fee: USD 10 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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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 have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa on 26 Apr 2026 start from NZ$472, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Checkout is at noon.

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

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

Where is The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa located?

Located in Playacar, this beachfront resort is next to a golf course and within a 10-minute walk of Mayan Ruins of Playacar and Playacar Beach. Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.4

25 Feb 2026

16 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean, spacious rooms, with kind staff. The resort is smaller which makes it less busy and we liked that. The villa’s are surrounded by so much nature it makes a lovely break from the beach & sun, the boardwalks & waterfalls are beautiful-especially at night with all the twinkly lights. Food is pretty good, lots of variety and traditional Mexican options. I’d definitely recommend this resort.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

polet carolina

16 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

La habitación estaba linda el unico tema fue que olia muy fuerte a caño

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aizon

13 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Most beautiful resort, very safe secure and clean, the waiters and bartenders were so incredibly friendly and sweet. We would return just for them!

Walkway from the room to the pool, restaurant, and beach

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Check in fellow was friendly. Room/bathroom small but adequate. Beds were rock hard, the worst we've experienced in Mexico. Good a/c and water pressure. You get 6 cans of pop (no beer) in your mini fridge at the beginning of your stay and that's it; if you want more it's 45 pesos (approx $3.50 CAD) per can - a pretty crappy policy for an AI resort. The thatched roof over our balcony kept falling, rendering our balcony dirty, wet and useless 3 days of our 7 day stay. Buffet selection (including salad, fruit and desserts) was quite limited and "hot" items were never more than barely warm. The only actually hot food we had from the buffet were our made to order omelettes. Buffet service was very good. The buffet seating area is pleasant, especially the open air area. The Italian a la carte was quite good; soup was only lukewarm, but entrees were warm. The Mexican a la carte was a fail for all 4 of us. The snack bar selection is very good and, since food is made to order, it was warm. There were sometimes long waits for drinks at the pool bars. The pool areas are nice, but not overly busy. Beach is wide and beautiful. There are some trees, and also umbrellas for shade. You had to be out there really early (by 7 a.m.) to get a decent spot where you wouldn't be constantly chasing shade. The ice cream parlour is in a pretty spot and the ice cream was decent. Check out guy was dismissive, like we were a bother. Caribbean weather is too variable, only 3 nice days. PV it is next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corrine Mavis

23 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness

Rooms were nice. Staff was great. Amenities were good. Resort location was great. The only complaint was children playing in the hot tub. They also had drinks in the hot tub along with water toys.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

22 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The resort was wonderful, beautiful and made us feel like family. The staff were all friendly and helpful. Rooms lovely, food amazing. Will definitely go again.

Mne ponravilos' to chto territoriya etogo otelya pokhozha na park. Tut mnogo derev'yev i drugikh rasteniy. Ty kak budto by nakhodish'sya v dzhunglyakh. Turisty vsegda idut v teni derev'yev, a ne pod palyashchim solntsem. Vtoroye preimushchestvo - eto nedol'shaya territoriya. Idti do plyazha dlizko. Udobno to, chto bufet, basseyny i plyazh nakhodyatsya ryadom. Show more 331 I liked that the hotel grounds resembled a park. There are many trees and other plants. It feels like you're in a jungle. Tourists can always walk in the shade of the trees, not under the scorching sun. The second advantage is the relatively small area. It's a short walk to the beach. It's convenient that the buffet, pools, and beach are all close together.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

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About this property

The Reef Playacar Beach Resort & Spa

All-inclusive details

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Activities and facilities/equipment

Water activities

Land activities

Lessons/classes/games

Entertainment

Awards and affiliations

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Food and drink

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Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Full-service spa

Accessibility

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Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

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Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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