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Sandos Playacar Beach Resort - A to Z Inspection

David's rating - Thumbs Up!

The following is David's professional opinion from a recent hotel inspection and client feedback.

 

 

 

 

Ambiance- I was very impressed with the pride the staff has in their resort. Very family friendly and one of the few that cater to young children. This comes across in how well clients feel when they stay there.

Beach-The beach along this stretch of Playacar is excellent.

Charges (extra) - Spa treatments would be extra.

Distances- You are about a 20 minute walk or a 5 minute taxi ride into Playa del Carmen.

Entertainment on Property -Varied entertainment and activities during the day and evening. They offer bike tours and even have their own disco.

Fitness Area - They have an adequate fitness area with most of the machines you would need.

Food- 5 restaurants of which 2 are A la Carte for dinner, with Italian and Mexican cuisine. I have gotten good feedback on the quality of the food.

Getting Around- Taxis are very inexpensive and you can walk into Playa del Carmen.

Internet Access -They have internet access and Wi-Fi access from the business center.

Jackets and Ties- Keep them at home, but bring slacks and polo shirt for dinner in the A la Carte restaurants.

Kids-This is one of their strong points. They are one of only a few all-inclusive's that allow kids as young as 2 years old in the kids club. Most start at age 4.

Lighting-Well lit at night.

Medical Services-On call medical services.

Negatives- They have a time limit on the amount of time you can use the some of the non motorized water sports equipment. I am not sure how else they can manage it and make sure everyone has an opportunity to use the toys.

Nightlife- They have a disco on the property and there is nightlife in Playa del Carmen.

Opportunities-Since you are so close to Playa del Carmen, take advantage of the ferry to Cozumel. It is only a 45 minute ferry ride.

Pool-They have 5 pools of which one is adults only. I am a pool person so this resort fits the bill.

Protection-In room safe.

Recreation-You have plenty of activities at the resort and very close to some of the golf courses in Playacar and the Riviera Maya. Included in the all inclusive is tennis (unlimited use of courts during opening hours) and includes use of equipment (balls and rackets). Water sportslike windsurfing,snorkeling equipment, sailing and canoeing, scuba diving lessons in the swimming pool and use of games room with billiards, table tennis, backgammon, chess, dominoes and cards. They also have daily program of social activities. Aerobics classes, calisthenics and beach activities. Pool games and water aerobics. Water basketball.

Rooms-This is the other strong point of the resort. They are one of the only all-inclusive resorts that will allow a family of five, 2 adults and 3 children in one room. They have Junior Suites that sleep 5 and have their own pool. They also have connecting rooms in two room categories, the standard rooms and Hacienda Jr. Suites garden view. Connecting rooms are not confirmed by the hotel, they are according to availability and upon request.

Shopping-Small store on the property and plenty of shopping in Playa del Carmen.

Terrain- Plenty of trees and foliage giving it a very jungle feel.

Updates-They went through a multi million dollar renovation in 2007.

View-Right on the ocean, fantastic views.

Weather-Mid December through May has the best weather. September and October gets more rain.

WOW Factor-The rooms that sleep a family of 5 and the kids club that will take children as young as 2 year old.

X-Y-Z-This is one of my family favorites. Couples will enjoy it too.

 

"Just the Facts"

Hotel Location


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Sandos Playacar is located in the glorious resort area of Playacar, on the corridor between Cancun and Tulum, facing the island of Cozumel. The Xel-Ha natural aquarium and the incredible X-Caret ecological theme park are a short distance away.

Address: PSEO XAMAN-HA, LOTE 1 MANZANA 1
PLAYA del CARMEN
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Local Phone: 011-52-984-87-74040
Toll Free Phone: 1-877-888-GALA
Fax: 011-52-984-873-1169

 

Hotel Facilities


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Barber / Beauty Salon
Boutique Shops
Business Services
Car Rental
Concierge
Currency Exchange
Disco / Nightclub
Laundry / Dry Cleaning Service
Meeting Rooms
Parking(Complimentary)
Shopping Mall Nearby (10 minutes)
Pools
Number of Pools: 5
Outdoor Pools: 5     
Guests have a choice of four beautiful pool areas, including one specially set aside exclusively for adults.
Golf: NEARBY
Playacar Golf Club, 5 minutes away
Playacar`s championship-level golf course was carved right out of the jungle by the Robert Von Hagge Associates. This 7,202 yard course is rated 73.1 and has plenty of tee boxes for every level of play. It is situated next to Playa del Carmen.
Holes: 18
Green Fees: $150.00 (approx.)
Cart Fee: Included
Club Rental Fees: $30.00
Caddy: Not available.
Lessons Available
Tennis
Number of Courts: 4
Outdoor Courts: 4
Lighted Courts: 4
Court Fee: Complimentary.
Pro Onsite
Water Sports on Site
Fishing: Additional Charge
Scuba: Additional Charge
Snorkeling: Complimentary
Hobie Cats: Complimentary
Jet Ski / Wave runner: Additional Charge
Water skiing: Additional Charge
Wind Surf: Complimentary
Health Club / Spa
Aerobics: Complimentary
Massage: Additional Charge
Nautilus Equipment: Complimentary
Spa: Additional Charge
Manicure / Pedicure: Additional Charge
Facials: Additional Charge

Hotel Details


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Sandos Playacar is a deluxe 5-star resort hotel located on a wide, white sandy beach in the glorious Riviera Maya. Each of the deluxe guest rooms & suites is handsomely decorated with a private balcony or terrace, security safe & a small refrigerator.

This resort has been awarded the "Deluxe All-Inclusive 5 Stars Hotel" designation bestowed upon only the most outstanding resorts in the world. Amenities include 24-hour room service, evening entertainment and 4 lit tennis courts.

Beach: The Gala Resort features a remarkable beachfront location along a wide stretch of gleaming white sand against the sparkling clear waters of the beautiful Caribbean. Relax beneath the shade of a palapa, or enjoy a day of snorkeling and windsurfing.

Check-in: 3:00 pm
Check-out: 12:00 noon
Total Rooms: 460
Year Opened: 1996

Credit Cards: Visa, Master Card, Diners Club, Discover, American Express

Dining
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Sandos Playacar Beach Resort features 1 meal plan options:

All Meals, Drinks & Tips-FULL

There are 5 Restaurants at Sandos Playacar Beach Resort:

Fonda Los Alcatraces - An a la carte specialty restaurant serving Mexican cuisine from 6:00 to 11:00 pm (closed on Saturdays). A formal dress code is required, and reservations should be made same day at the Public Relations Desk. Smoking is not permitted.
Gran Festival Buffet - The main buffet restaurant offers a casual atmosphere, and is open for breakfast (7:00 to 11:00 am), lunch (1:00 to 4:00 pm), and dinner (6:30 to 10:00 pm).
Brocolino - An a la carte specialty restaurant serving Italian cuisine from 6:00 to 11:00 pm (closed on Tuesdays). A formal dress code is required, and reservations should be made one day in advance at the Public Relations Desk. Smoking not permitted.
Ola-la Restaurant & Bar - A casual buffet restaurant located by the pool area, serving breakfast 7: 30 am to 10:00 am) and lunch ( 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm).
Mediterranean Restaurant - A casual buffet restaurant located by the pool area serving Mediterranean cuisine (7:30 pm to 10:00 pm) with live music. Open on Tuesdays and Saturdays

Activities & Entertainment


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Daily Activities & Entertainment:

The Galavants Animation Team offers special activities throughout the day, plus Bike Tours, Beach Volleyball, Water Basketball, Bingo

Nightly Activities & Entertainment:

"Dance On" Disco (closed Mondays), daily shows in the Gala Theater, Tennis Club every evening from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm.

CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS

The hotel offers specially trained personnel to supervise & entertain children (between 2 to 12 years of age) plus special activities for juniors up to 17 years old. Hours of operation are 10:00 am to 11:00 pm.
Applicable Ages: 2 - 12 years old.
Program Fees: Complimentary.

Children's Facilities
PlayGround
Game Room
Teen Disco
Children's Pool

Babysitting Fee: $15.00 per hour
Advance Notice for Babysitting: 5 hours

The Kids Disco is available selected evenings from 8:00 to 9:00 pm, and the Teens Club is available every evening from 5:00 to 11:00 pm. Kids even have their very own cafeteria in the Mini Club.

 

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