What We Love

  • The resort is all about a fun social vibe. Beach parties, Kids Club, Teen Club, night shows, adults only section with swim-up bar - it's time to play!
  • The All-Playa Experience has themed beach parties every day of the week, with music, food and games!
  • 24-hour room service and all-inclusive luxury means that you will have all of the amenities you could ever ask for at your fingertips. 

Things to Know

  • Maximize your vacation times by checking pick-up times on scheduled transfers.
  • Family-friendly and adults-only sections of the resort are available to guests. 
  • The resort is located in close proximity to Riviera Maya's famous 5th Street, home to shopping, dining and more. 

Resort Details

Dining
There's no shortage of outstanding dining opportunities at this popular resort!
OnSite Dining
  • Various Lounges/Bars
    -Pool Bar Select Club Adults Only
    -“Riviera Blue” Pool Snack Bar - (temporarily closed for deep cleaning which are scheduled to reopen on November 1, 2025.)
    -Lobby Bar Riviera
    -Swim-up Bar
    -Bar La Plaza
    -Ocean front snack bar for the entire family (conveniently located right next to the main pool)
  • Various Restaurants
    -Festival Grand Buffet (Main Restaurant)
    -Riviera Grand Buffet (Breakfast buffet)
    -Il Piemonte(A la carte - Italian restaurant)
    -Asiana Restaurant(A la carte - Oriental Restaurant) - (temporarily closed for deep cleaning which are scheduled to reopen on November 1, 2025.)
    -El Gaucho Restaurant(A la carte - Argentinian Steak House) -(temporarily closed for deep cleaning which are scheduled to reopen on November 1, 2025.)
    -Fogo de Janeiro Restaurant (Brazilian Rodizio Restaurant) - (temporarily closed for deep cleaning which are scheduled to reopen on November 1, 2025.)
    -Le Gourmet (A la carte - French Restaurant)
    -Blue Moon (Snacks)
    -Crêperie
    -Cupcake Cafe
    -Chayita (Mexican Grill, specializing in burritos, tacos and salads.)
    -Gourmex (a la carte Mexican Cuisine)

    Some restaurants may only operate on select schedules. Some restaurants expect appropriate dress. Consult the hotel upon arrival for hours of operation, reservation policies, and dress codes.
Take advantage of a wide variety of luxury amenities during your stay!
On-Site Amenities
  • 24-hour room service
  • Babysitting†
  • Beauty shop/salon†
  • Car rental desk†
  • Child programs†
  • Children's play area†
  • Disco
  • Exercise gym
  • Jacuzzi†
  • Medical Facilities Service†
  • 24-hour room service
  • Babysitting†
  • Beauty shop/salon†
  • Car rental desk†
  • Child programs†
  • Children's play area†
  • Disco
  • Exercise gym
  • Jacuzzi†
  • Medical Facilities Service†
  • Pool
  • Sauna†
  • Shops and commercial services†
  • Spa†
  • Tennis court
  • Water sports†
  • Wireless internet connection in public areas
On-Site Wedding Services
  • Please contact the hotel for additional information.

† Fees may apply

Enjoy sailing adventures, thrilling outdoor biking or indulgent relaxation at the sauna!
On-Site Recreation
  • Bike rental †
  • Children's pool
    There are 5 children's pools on-site.
  • Children's program, onsite
    Supervised Kids Club, 2 children’s pools, Puppet Theater, playground area, play station, tree club house, crafts, t-v, children’s movie and sporting activities, ages 4-12.

    Mini Eco Park
  • Direct access to a beach
  • Fitness center on-site
    Spacious Gymnasium with Life Fitness equipment (Exclusively for guests over 18 years) 
  • General †
    Games room: billiards, ping pong, backgammon, chess, dominoes and cards 

    Daily activities program: Aerobics classes, stretching and beach activities. Bicycle tours during the day. Zumba

    Full Schedule for activities with our Entertainment and Sports Equipment. 

    Excursions: Archaeological Sites Tulum, Coba, Chichen Itza, Ecological Park Xcaret, Xel-Ha, and others.

    Main Plaza for entertainment with: Stage with 
    performances, live music
  • Hot tub †
    There is 1 outdoor hot tub.
  • Pool †
    10 Pools in the complex, including 1 exclusively for Select Club Adults Only Section & 5 for children.

    A 170 m / 558 ft infinity pool overlooking the Caribbean Sea, offering:
    - A children’s pool with 5 slides** (** height restriction of 1.10m / 3 feet 7 inches applies) and a rain tree
    - Deep pool area with pool bar
  • Sauna †
    Sauna, Jacuzzi, thermal areas, Turkish bath. (exclusively for guests over 18 years).

    Temazcal Experience (Sweat Lodge) an ancient ritual to heal body and soul.
  • Spa †
    Swimming pool and solarium only for adults.
    Complete Spa with 22 cabins for massages, facial and body treatments. (exclusively for guests over 18 years).

    Spa Kids with selected treatments (all children must be accompanied by a responsible adult) 
  • Teen programs
    Teen’s Lite Club (13-17 years) with arcade games, mocktail bar, dance floor 
  • Tennis court
    2 Tennis courts with evening floodlights & equipment (proper sports attire required, previous reservation) 
  • Water activities †
    Pool games and water aerobics. Water basketball.

    Water Sports Center with: Diving (Free pool demo, once per stay) Snorkeling equipment (1 hour per day), sailing and kayaks (equipment included)  (lessons not included, insurance fee applies). 

Off-Site Recreation
  • Golf †
    Golf course located within a mile of the property.

    Miniature Golf with equipment included 
On-Site Attraction
  • On-site Entertainment
    Nightly entertainment: cabaret shows, music halls, pantomime shows, and theme weeks

† Fees may apply

Guest Reviews from CheapCaribbean Customers

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.5 25786 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 2.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Go elsewhere!!!

    The moment we got there, we were harassed by Sony trying to sell us her royal elite presentation after me telling her no she continues to ask my husband to come to this meeting, but don’t worry you’ll get a free massage or they’ll pay you money. I didn’t come here to waste a vacation day to buy into their royal elite program. It didn’t end there they called our room first thing in the morning and woke us up to advise us to come to this meeting, and then still have the audacity to leave a door tag that says important to contact them now mind you we are on vacation. We were worried something was wrong. The rooms are absolutely disgusting. Can’t even describe to you the amount of mold in the room that we stayed in. It was so bad. It was even all over the curtains. We stayed in the adult section now don’t get me wrong. The grounds are absolutely beautiful at this place, but the rooms need updating . And just remember if you don’t make dinner reservations a week in advanced you will be eating buffet every single day of your stay three times a day. Friendly service at the bars and the beaches and pools are beautiful I will give them that. Transportation here is ridiculous. You were waiting 20 to 25 minutes for the transit to come pick you up to bring you to one location to another. I would never stay here again just based on how the moment I got there I was harassed by that woman SONY , very distasteful how I told her I wasn’t interested and went around me when I had walked away and just decided she was gonna put her claws in my husband. Don don’t stay here they’ll ruin your vacation.

    Dec 10, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Excellent

    Bartenders Mariam and Jose create such a welcoming and positive environment at the Avenue Bar. It has quickly become our local upscale hangout. From the moment we are greeted with their infectious smiles to the sip of our last drink , we feel welcome , at home and ready to enjoy our next visit.

    Dec 09, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Fabulous time at Sandos Playacar

    We had a great time at Sandos Playacar. Buffet was the best we’ve had yet plenty of options for everyone. Great nighttime shows for the kids. We loved hanging out at the family pool. The bar tender Ronaldo was our favourite he was awesome and absolutely amazing to our kids and us! We will be back again just to see him and have some more spider man shots haha

    Dec 08, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Sandos Festival Buffett!!!

    The buffet Festival was amazing. Great food and great hospitality. Our awesome hostesses were Xochitl and Itzel. They were so sweet and welcoming. We are definitely coming back!!!!

    Dec 08, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Amazing French restaurant on the Sandos Playacar resort

    Delicious food and very attentive staff. Food was good. My friend asked for a second desert and they brought it, no question asked. Highly recommend

    Dec 08, 2025
Hotel Advisories
  • AdvisorySpring breakers are not allowed. Minimum check-in age is 18.
  • AdvisoryThe following mandatory hotel-imposed fees are charged and collected by the hotel either at check-in or check-out. Environmental / Sanitation fee: 33.94 MXN (Approx. 1.78 USD) (Plus Taxes) per person, per night. Mandatory hotel-imposed fees may not include tax and are subject to change, this is an estimate of what you will be charged. The hotel can provide current fees and inclusions when you check-in.
General Policy
  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum Check-In Age: 18
  • General Policies:

    Check-in Policy:
    Hotel requires a debit card authorization upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.

    Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.

    Hotel Spring Break Policy -This hotel does not allow groups of students or spring breakers.

    Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.

    General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.
    Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
    Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.

  • Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed

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