Sandos Playacar All Inclusive

4.0 star property

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Family dining
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Paseo Xaman-Ha, Mza. 1, Lote 1 Fracc. Playacar, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
  • Place, Playacar Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Playacar Golf Club
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cozumel, Quintana Roo (CZM-Cozumel Intl.)

Room options

Jr Suite Hacienda

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Riviera Family King Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(54 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

Riviera Family Queen Junior

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(95 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Hacienda One Bedroom Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Select Ocean Front Adults only

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Select Superior Adults Only

7.0 out of 10
Good
(39 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed

Platinum King Junior Suite

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Platinum King Junior Suite Ocean Front

  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Platinum King Master Suite

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Platinum King Master Suite Ocean Front

  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Playa del Carmen

With a stay at Sandos Playacar All Inclusive in Playa del Carmen (Playacar), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Playacar Golf Club and 6 minutes from Xaman Ha Aviary. .This all-inclusive property is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Quinta Avenida and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Playacar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Playacar Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mayan Ruins of Playacar - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Xaman Ha Aviary - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Viva Wyndham Maya - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪rosa roja - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Festival Grand Buffet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Bar Sandos Select Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cupcake Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sandos Playacar All Inclusive

Family fun on the beach, with 8 outdoor pools, near Playacar Golf Club
Sandos Playacar All Inclusive offers 819 accommodations with free minibar items and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Complimentary bicycles and a complimentary water park with waterslides are featured at the property. 8 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Spa Sandos has 22 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 819 guestrooms featuring free minibar items and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 8 outdoor pools, a complimentary water park, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this property include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite to eat at one of the property's 9 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Wind down with a drink at one of the 6 bars/lounges or 3 poolside bars.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Sandos Playacar All Inclusive has 9 restaurants on site.
24-hour room service is available.

All-inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (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 beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorized water sports, land activities, and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Sailing
Scuba-diving lessons
Snorkeling
Surfing/body boarding

Land activities

Bicycling
Fitness facilities
Miniature golf
Soccer
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Dancing
Water fitness
Yoga

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Access to onsite nightclubs
Onsite live performances
Theme parties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 2 swim-up bars
  • 3 poolside bars
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • 9 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 8 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Mini golf
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 8 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Free water park access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 22 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (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:

  • Sanitation services: MXN 85 per night
  • A damage deposit of MXN 5000 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: MXN 2100 per person (one way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: MXN 880.00 (one-way), (from 1 to 17 years old)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 008-007-006284/2025 y 008-007-006285/2025

We should mention

A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Sandos Playacar All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 542 out of 1388 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 354 out of 1388 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 221 out of 1388 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 140 out of 1388 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 131 out of 1388 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

robert

Liked: Staff & service
No hot water in the evenings
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Colin Paul

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying, some info: - If you have kids, bring a stroller, it’s a big property, the shuttle is intermittent at best - they have a tiered system, blue / black / gold bracelet system, know your status - towel cards are my enemy - don’t lose em - we had a concierge, but they didn’t contact us until day of departure, seemed weird - food was good, we didn’t try many of the restaurants, no complaints on food and bev - beach is super nice spot, I’d recommend walk down to the pier to see the famous 5th entrance - kids water park needs a lifeguard, some kids were getting run over on the slides - entertainment all good - coffee place was a hidden treat Nice overall, some quirks but worth it in my view.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deneka

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sandos is the best. I try to go over year!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cory

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Nayeli

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the restaurants were close except for one buffet the food was mid, everything was far from the rooms the cars that passed by to pick you up were said to pass every 15 minutes well it took about 25-30 minutes we would end walking, there’s no pool service so if your in the pool and get hungry you’ll have to get out get ready and go find something to eat which is the whole point of a all inclusive resort, we were at the pool by the beach and theirs a little “snack bar” my husband took our 6 year old to get something to eat because he was hungry and we were told we couldn’t get something to go or go in because we were wet and my son and husband didn’t have a shirt on which is ridiculous considering we were told by the staff that helped us know where everything was that we could go be in the pool get something to eat while being in the pool at the “snack bar” the list goes on. overall the stay wasn’t good I do not recommend staying here at
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa J

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
3 of their restaurants were closed The main water park was closed The game room is only for kids 10 & up The shuttles took forever to pick us up to go from point to point. Some of the staff was rude. The only good thing about this trip was Samantha. She helped us navigate the hotel, made our check in smooth. She apologized for the restaurants being closed and gave us different options. Sadly the main reason we booked this hotel was to take our kids to the water parks and the restaurants so we left very disappointed. Samantha thank you so much for helping us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sahin

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The concierge’s were excellent they went on and on for my daughter’s birthday
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myrna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alexander COLT

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aaron Stuart

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food was terrible mostly all the restaurants was closed I have the worse experience there
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sea view obstructed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Skyler

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach, clean rooms and grounds, friendly and quick service. Everyone was extremely helpful and lovely. This is our second time staying here and Id go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jefferson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay, food was amazing, had a room close to the elevator which made it a bit noisy from time to time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juan

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would not recommend staying here. Three restaurants were closed. My room room did not seem clean. Also, the staff is not friendly. They only give 2 complimentary waters on arrival, after that you drink their "filtered" water or buy a bottled water for $17 USD. My room had a half- filled water jug, but it was clearly old. I will say the beach, kids activities, coffee bar and beach dinner were amazing, but it doesn't make up for the staff's attitude and aging facilities. Be sure to view the map, otherwise you are stuck with a 20 min walk to the beach, or wait for a shuttle. Oh, and my reservation was for 5 but they continually left only 4 towels, sometimes no hand towels. No big deal, except it took 30+ minutes to get through to anyone on the phone. It's like the front desk does not want to help. I understand you get what you pay for. But there are plenty of other resorts that do it way better. Don't fall for the edited photos and 10 star reviews, this place is not worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edguin Solis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Y
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay. Samantha and the rest were wonderful. Couldn’t have asked for better service
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo exelente
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mario

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is run down and low number of staff. 3 restaurants closed supposedly for construction they lied.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very pleased that they upgraded me to an ocean front room! Zyanya and Samantha with Expedia at Sandos Playcar Resort were OUT OF THIS WORLD good! Their customer service was the best I ever received and I hope their manager sees this and knows how lucky the resort is to have them both working there. I love how friendly everyone is at this resort. I will be back soon
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tashia

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Samantha was great
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025