Near Xaman Ha Aviary, Sandos Playacar All Inclusive welcomes sun-seekers to its white sand beach. Enjoy a Thai massage at Spa Sandos or relax at any of the 8 outdoor pools and water park. This upscale all-inclusive property offers on-site shopping and free in-room WiFi.
Located in Playacar, a neighbourhood in Playa del Carmen, Sandos Playacar All Inclusive is near theme parks and on the beach. Playacar Golf Club and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal are worth exploring if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Paseo del Carmen and Quinta Avenida. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Xaman Ha Aviary. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, parasailing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with skydiving. Visit our Playa del Carmen travel guide
Upscale all-inclusive property near Xaman Ha Aviary
Located close to Playacar Golf Club and Paseo del Carmen, Sandos Playacar All Inclusive provides free water park access, a nightclub and 2 swim-up bars. This property is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beach massages and sunloungers. Indulge in a facial, a massage and a manicure/pedicure at Spa Sandos, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 9 on-site restaurants. Fitness classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include kayaking, snorkelling and sailing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as 3 poolside bars and a terrace.
Other perks include:
8 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with a waterslide, 2 swim-up bars and sunloungers
Free self-parking
Free bike hire, tennis courts and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Babysitting (surcharge), a pickleball court and a gift shop
Guest reviews say great things about the family-friendly amenities, beach locale and pool
Room features
All 819 rooms boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and coffee/tea makers
All-inclusive details
This property is all-inclusive. On-site 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-motorised water sports, land activities and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.
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
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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
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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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
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 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
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 31 December
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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Frequently asked questions
Does Sandos Playacar All Inclusive have a pool?
Yes, this property has 8 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Is Sandos Playacar All Inclusive pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sandos Playacar All Inclusive?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Sandos Playacar All Inclusive?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Sandos Playacar All Inclusive?
Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Sandos Playacar All Inclusive provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of MXN 2100 per person applies.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Sandos Playacar All Inclusive?
Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and drinks are included, and activities include snorkelling, kayaking, sailing and more.
Where is Sandos Playacar All Inclusive located?
Nestled on the beach, this Playacar property is within 3 mi (5 km) of Xaman Ha Aviary, Playacar Golf Club and Paseo del Carmen. Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal and Quinta Avenida are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Reviews
Sandos Playacar All Inclusive Reviews
7.6
Good
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Sandos Playacar was an amazing all inclusive place to stay at! The food was very good and staff members Melisa, Zyanya, Majo, and Mar were very excellent! They reserved all of our dinner places for us and we had a big party, they did a good job at accommodating all of us. They constantly kept in touch with us and updating us and confirmed all dinners and communicated well. This place was excellent to stay at there was so many things to do and fun for the family of all ages!
Nice resort with friendly staff. Overall we had a great time. The animals throughout the resort were fun to see. Plenty of chairs at the beach. There were several issues that would make me hesitate to come back.
We were in the adult only section. The adult pool allows people to save chairs which is something I dislike but if there were enough chairs it wouldn’t be such a problem. Twice we were unable to sit at the pool. I did ask if they could put out more chairs. Didn’t happen.
Second the restaurant reservation system is horrendous. I was told to use the app. There were no open reservations for any of 6 restaurants for the first 4 nights. My daughter’s boyfriend was in contact with employee who was able to get us reservations for several nights. Restaurants were ok. Nice change from the buffet which was pretty good.
We had teenagers in our group but no young kids. There are activities for both. Seems very family oriented.
I would recommend for families with kids but there are better options in adult only resorts. We’ve stayed at several others that I would recommend.
The beach was clean and well provided with lounge chairs and activities for those who want them such as volleyball and water sports.
It was a busy March Break week but the beach and the restaurants were not crowded and line-ups for food were short. The buffet was really great for breakfast and lunch.
The expedia staff on site (Melisa, Zanaya and team) are excellent. Really appreciated their attentiveness. They helped make the trip.
Rooms are good but could use some updating and air conditioners need updating. Room luggage racks would be good.
Bar staff were good. Adult pool and access seemed oversold, could never get in chairs at pool.
Speakers by pool and beach can be loud at times but just try and get seats away from there. Pools are great for kids and families.
Loved this resort. Beautiful property with great food. Large beach and always chairs available in the shade. Big beautiful rooms. No complaints.
Jennifer Lynne
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
4/10 Poor
Elizabeth Rockett
18 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
There was no swim up bar at the adults only pool, only on the family side. We were constantly being approached by staff for massage, time share options, paid activities, etc. We could not find an adults only late night bar. Adults section is quite small, otherwise you have to mingle with the families.
The food was the best I've experienced at an all inclusive. (If you cannot get the reservation you want, keep trying, people cancel and openings happen).
Long and narrow resort, mobility options would on property would be nice. I had spinal surgery and made sure to book a scooter to be delivered. (Motion4rent)
Lots of activities available for adults and children. Wish the evening entertainment was earlier but we have a 2 hour time change so 😕
The staff was very gracious especially the ladies at the Expedia Desk. They checked in on our needs often and made sure our they were met, including repairing our sliding patio door.
Didn't want to leave and will return.
The resort was perfect for families with children, lots to do to keep everyone busy. all of the animals that are onsite were all very friendly and we loved the monkeys.
The pools were great for the kids, with plenty of options from quieter spaces and more active areas. The beach was nice, but there was a lot of seagrass. We were still able to swim. The guest services staff of Melisa, Mar, Majo, and Zyanya made us feel like VIP's for the entire trip. They would check in with us daily to make sure everything was going well and if we needed anything. Certainly worth booking this hotel through Expedia.
We stayed in the adult only towers which are not updated. They had an older feel but they were clean and had everything we needed. The housekeepers did a great job. The grounds were beautiful. The staff was amazing. The adult only pool could use more shade/ chairs. Every chair at the adult only pool was taken before 8am so we always sat at the beach instead. Unfortunately the sargassum was early this year and there was a lot on the beach but it didn’t ruin our trip. The staff were amazing always helpful and friendly thank you to the experience team - Melisa, zyanya, mar and Maria were amazing and helpful with anything we needed. The seek and go helped set up our excursion and we used private transfer from Canadian transfer which was also great. We had ala carte italian and it was wonderful. The buffet was great so much selection and everything was good
This property was highly enjoyable. The rooms were clean and roomy. We loved the variety of pool areas to change up Centro day to day. Sandos has personalized Expedia reps to assist you on your stay to assure reservation bookings, help with excursions and always checked on us to assure our stay was enjoyable. The staff make amazing drinks and all the food and buffets had a wide variety of food and was tasty. Would def stay here again.
We spent most of the time in the adult only pool. It was very nice. Need to get there early to get chairs. They had fun activities every day. The adult only pool should have a swim up bar. Our room faced the beach. It was a lovely view. We did not really use the beach because of the sargussom. There was a lot of it in the ocean and on the shore. We did not notice a smell until our last day when we were leaving. The staff was wonderful. Everyone was friendly and helpful. I would especially like to recognize the Expedia reps at the hotel Melisa and Majo. They were fabulous. They helped make all of our dinner reservations, scheduled luggage pick up, gave us information about getting to 5th Avenue and checked in with us every day on What's App to see if we needed anything and how things were going. We were able to ask them questions and they would respond quickly. They made us feel special and were so attentive. The room was clean and roomy. Nice to have a balcony and ocean view. The air conditioning was very cold and we couldn't figure out how to turn it down. The water in the shower was not warm. It was cool. Neither of these were deal breakers. We managed. The room could use more hooks to hang wet bathing suits and towels. There were only 2 in the bathroom. We really enjoyed our stay. It was so relaxing. Just what we needed. We would recommend this place to others. We feel we got a good value for the price we paid. The food was good. All of the restaurants were good service.
Susan Marie
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jade
9 Mar 2026
Not the best experience. Expedia staff was excellent, but a few other areas need improvement.
No restock of mini fridge
Mexican restaurant was horrible and the front desk was unhelpful with towel cards.
Jade
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Nadia
9 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Un service Guest Experience exceptionnel! Nous avons voyagé en famille, un groupe de 10 personnes, et avons réservé 3 chambres. Malheureusement, nous avons rencontré quelques problèmes dans notre chambre : le détecteur de fumée qui bipait sans arrêt pendant la nuit, l’air climatisé qui fuyait et une chambre également très sombre.
Cependant, je tiens à souligner le service exceptionnel de l’équipe Guest Experience. Les filles ont été formidables et ont fait tout leur possible pour rendre notre séjour très agréable. Elles nous ont aidés à réserver les restaurants, ont été très à l’écoute et toujours rapides à trouver des solutions.
Elles ont contribué de façon significative à la réussite de notre séjour.
Un merci tout spécial à Zyanya (j’espère ne pas me tromper de nom), celle qui parle un peu français.
Had a great experience and the Expedia representatives were the most helpful we have encountered.
Help us navigate trips off resort, book dining and even brought a cake and set up a time to bring to dinner to surprise our mother. Would highly recommend.
Check in was easy and our stay was made even better with our Expedia concierge staff who were available via WhatsApp! I want to give a special shout out to Melisa, Zyanya, Mar, and Maria for making our experience more enjoyable. They made reservations easy to book for the various restaurants on-site. I would definitely recommend this place for couples and families! And thank you again to Maria for surprising us for our anniversary with a few treats at dinner.
We enjoyed our stay here at Sandos. Everything we needed was right on the resort property, so we did not have to leave at all during our stay. Our family enjoyed snorkeling, parasailing, and having our photos taken right on the property beach. We did wake up to cold water one morning but that was fixed in a timely manner.