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
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
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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
Nov 18, 2024
Maria De La Paz
Maria De La Paz, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
ralph
ralph, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 11, 2024
martin
martin, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2024
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
Fabiola, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 16, 2024
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
Charlie, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
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
Gustavo, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 9, 2024
Price is economical.
Arturo
Arturo, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Sep 7, 2024
From all inclusive to optional inclusive
Artur
Artur, 10-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2024
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
Maria Elena, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 4, 2024
Votre messagerie est en anglais. Je ne peux pas m’exprimer
Maxime
Maxime, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Great place
Elsa
Elsa, 5-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
A week at the Reef was a week in paradise
olga v.
olga v., 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 3, 2024
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
Darien, 7-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
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
Tanya, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
Fantastic place with spectacular beach!
Gabriela
Gabriela, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 2, 2024
Food not so good
Melody
Melody, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
Cindy
Cindy, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2024
Patritsia
Patritsia, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 29, 2024
-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
KEISHA M, 3-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2024
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
James, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2024
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
James, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 25, 2024
good hotel
stephanie
stephanie, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 25, 2024
Sorry to say but this was one of my worst vacations to Cancun. I won’t be staying at the Reef Playacar in playa del Carmen in the future I know the hotel won’t care for a few clients less. This hotel needs to improve their food selection and associates friendliness some are rude. I just want to say thank you to Felipe from the Buffet station I think he was a supervisor he was very friendly and help us get soup for my sister-in-law that was sick.
Lorena
Lorena, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 25, 2024
Need baby changer in the bathrooms
Genesis
Genesis, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2024
Loved the amazing view of the ocean, pools and how the lobby resort its self was different compared to other resorts. This one had more of a jungle vibe which was a great change! The workers were always willing to help and were very generous! Great food as well.