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Reef Playacar

3.5 of 5
Paseo Xaman-Ha, Ret. Sayil s/n | Fracc. Playacar, Playa del Carmen 77710, Mexico
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Reef Playacar
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Windsor, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

My wife and I just returned from our 8th visit to the Reef and it just gets better each time. The staff is simply amazing right to the top. The new manager since our last visit is Vita, this guy will do anything to make your holiday perfect with the help of the guest services coordinator Roberta. The resort is... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW via mobile

My husband and I have just returned today from 2 weeks at the Reef Playacar. Have to mention willy, what a lovely boy and so charming throughout our whole stay. He is part of concierge service.. The hotel is small compared to many and very nicely laid out with a cenote and small jungle in middle of room blocks. We... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We just returned from a fantastic week at the Reef! We booked an upgraded premium room...which was on the third floor facing out. Room: basic, clean, fridge restocked daily, quiet but no view (i would choose quiet over view anyway!) Staff: Willy was the first staff we encountered....priceless! Front desk was friendly and efficient, Time share people are there but... More

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Wabash
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Returned recently from the Reef & absolutely loved it!! The beach is gorgeous, as everyone else said. The pools were super clean & warm, too. And the employees there are so friendly!!! Loved that they took us right to our room, carrying our luggage for us. We had requested a 2nd floor room near the pool/beach, and that's exactly what... More

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oklahoma
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We stayed at the Reef from May 8-14th. The resort is on a smaller scale which was nice for us as that was what we were looking for. There are a lot of stairs to deal with and if you have trouble climbing stairs, it can be a little difficult to handle. We loved the resort, the setting is beautiful,... More

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Louisville, Kentucky
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

This was my first time staying at the Reef & it was recommended by family friends who are also travel agents. The price was very fair & it was a great vacation for the money paid. The Grounds: The hotel's grounds were AMAZING! It's set up as if the hotel was plopped in the middle of a small jungle. I... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

I have to say after reading the muliple reviews on Trip Advisor I was concerned about my trop to the Reef. I stayed at the Reef for 2 nights. I thought for the price it was worth it to stay a few nights. I am glad I was not there for more than that though I must say. The staff... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

We were at the Reef from the 27th April until the 6th May. Must admit after reading the reviews I was a little worried about my choice, but we did have a lovely time. We had a room on the 3rd floor over looking the garden and the Rio Palace, it was very quiet. The room had a lovely comfy... More

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Quebec City, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Just come back home after a wonderful week. We were at the hotel from May 6 to May 13 and we enjoy everything of this little place. Only after 2 minutes in the lobby, Willy took care of us and brought our luggage to our pretty clean room. After that, first time at the buffet for Dinner and we were... More

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Worthing, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

We stayed at the Reef last two weeks of April, we really enjoyed our stay, everything was very clean, the room was nice, bed was lovely and comfortable, towels changed daily. We enjoyed all the restaurants, the buffet was good as were both the a la carte restaurants which were both well air conditioned. The beach is lovely, warm blue... More

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Additional Information about Reef Playacar

Also Known As:
Reef Playacar Hotel Playa Del Carmen
The Reef Playacar
Reef Club Playacar
Reef Playacar Mexico
Reef Playacar Playa Del Carmen
Reef Playacar Playa Del Carmen, Riviera Maya, Mexico
Address: Paseo Xaman-Ha, Ret. Sayil s/n | Fracc. Playacar, Playa del Carmen 77710, Mexico
Region: Mexico > Yucatan Peninsula > Quintana Roo > Riviera Maya > Playa del Carmen
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#43 Top resorts Hotels in Playa del Carmen
#51 Romantic Hotels in Playa del Carmen
#54 On the Beach Hotels in Playa del Carmen
#63 Family Hotels in Playa del Carmen
Price range (per night): $148 - $284
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
This boutique style all-inclusive resort is located on a beautiful white sandy beach just steps away from the famous 5th avenue in Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, Mexico. The hotel offers all food, domestic drinks and a variety of international drinks included, 1 buffet restaurant, 2 a la carte restaurants, Italian & Gourmet($), snack bar, ice cream parlor, various bars including a swim up bar, 2 pools, kids club, daily activities & nightly entertainment. ... more   less 
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