About Sandos Playacar Beach Resort
Sandos Playacar Beach Resort is a big all-inclusive in the Playacar development at the south end of Playa del Carmen. It has 819 rooms on about half a mile of white-sand beach, next to a golf course designed by Robert Von Hagge, and is within reach of Fifth Avenue and the town center.
The resort is popular with families thanks to its kids club, teen club and family suites, and it also has the adults-only Select Club with its own rooms and pool. It is a practical choice for travellers who want a full all-inclusive on a long beach with Playa del Carmen close by.
At a glance
Highlights
- About half a mile of white-sand beach in Playacar
- Kids club and teen club
- Adults-only Select Club section
- Many a la carte restaurants, from French to steakhouse
- Close to Fifth Avenue in Playa del Carmen
Amenities
Rooms and suites
Family junior suites sleep up to five, and the Select Club rooms are reserved for adults and give access to the Select Club pool.
- Platinum King Junior Suite (about 388 sq ft)
- Hacienda Junior Suite (up to five guests)
- Riviera Family Queen and Family King Junior Suites (about 559 sq ft)
- Select Superior and Select Ocean Front (adults only)
Restaurants and bars
The all-inclusive plan includes meals, snacks, domestic and premium drinks and 24-hour room service. Most a la carte restaurants require reservations. There is also a sports bar, a lobby bar, a swim-up bar and La Mision disco.
- Festival Grand Buffet: international buffet
- Il Piemonte: Italian, dinner
- Le Gourmet: French, dinner
- El Gaucho Steakhouse: grill, dinner
- Gourmex: Mexican, dinner
- Chayita: Mexican, lunch and dinner
- Asiana and Fogo de Janeiro: a la carte dinner
- Blue Moon and Oceanfront Snack: casual international
- Kakaw Cafe: coffee and pastries
Beach, pools and spa
The resort has about half a mile of white-sand beach and a large number of pools, including a children’s pool, a swim-up pool bar and the Select Club pool for adults.
A spa and wellness area offers treatments for an extra charge.
Activities and entertainment
The Kids Club has a children’s pool, a playground and pool and beachside activities, and child care is available for a fee. The teen club offers programmed activities, arcade games, a mocktail bar and a dance floor. Nightly entertainment and La Mision disco keep the evenings busy.
Playacar is a quiet, gated area, and the ferry to Cozumel and the shops and restaurants of Fifth Avenue are within easy reach of the resort. The neighboring golf course, cenotes, Xcaret park and the Tulum ruins are all popular excursions.
Who it’s best for
Sandos Playacar is a good fit for families who want a full all-inclusive with lots of pools and activities, plus the option to go into Playa del Carmen.
- Best for: families and groups who want a large all-inclusive on a long beach with a kids club and teen club, close to Playa del Carmen.
- Consider another resort if: you want a boutique or luxury resort, or a very quiet atmosphere.
Getting there from Cancun International Airport
Sandos Playacar is in Playacar, Playa del Carmen, reached from Cancun International Airport (CUN) by Highway 307 south. Round-trip airport transfers are included in some packages. To skip the taxi lines, you can book a private Cancun airport transfer in advance so your driver is waiting when you land.
After immigration and customs at Cancun airport, you pass a hall of desks offering taxis, tours and timeshare deals. If your transfer is already booked, walk straight through to the outdoor meeting area where drivers wait with name signs. Pre-booking also fixes the price, which helps if you land late or travel with a group and luggage.
Good to know
Playa del Carmen is warm all year, with the dry season from about December to April being the most popular time to visit. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June to November, and seaweed (sargassum) can reach the beaches in the warmer months, so check recent beach reports before you go. Ferries to Cozumel leave from the town center throughout the day.
- Check-in 3:00 pm, check-out 12:00 pm
- Select Club rooms and pool are adults only
- Child care is available for a fee
- Some venues and the Select Club pool are partly closed for maintenance until October 31, 2026
- A Quintana Roo environmental tax is paid locally at the hotel
- Reservations required at most a la carte restaurants
Location of Sandos Playacar Beach Resort
FAQ about Sandos Playacar Beach Resort
Is Sandos Playacar all-inclusive?
Yes. Meals, snacks, domestic and premium drinks, entertainment and 24-hour room service are included.
Is Sandos Playacar good for families?
Yes. It has a kids club, a teen club, a children's pool and family junior suites for up to five.
Is Sandos Playacar adults only?
No, but the Select Club section and its pool are for adults only.
Which airport is closest to Sandos Playacar?
Cancun International Airport (CUN) is the nearest major airport.
How many rooms does Sandos Playacar have?
The resort has 819 rooms.
Is Sandos Playacar on the beach?
Yes. It sits on about half a mile of white-sand beach.
Do I need reservations at Sandos Playacar restaurants?
Yes. Most a la carte restaurants require reservations.
Is there a disco at Sandos Playacar?
Yes. La Mision disco is on site.
Is there golf near Sandos Playacar?
Yes. The resort is next to a golf course designed by Robert Von Hagge.
What time is check-in at Sandos Playacar?
Check-in is at 3:00 pm and check-out is at 12:00 pm.
