Suggestions for an all-inclusive resort?

cstromme · 10-28-2007

My girlfriend and I are considering going to Playa del Carmen next year, and we're looking for a good all-inclusive resort.

We're looking for:
* White beaches
* Clear water
* Clean rooms with good bathrooms
* 4 stars?
* Close to the beach, preferably right next to the hotel
* Pool
* Possibility of taking diving classes (PADI?) nearby

We were looking a bit at The Reef Playacar, but I've found a couple of fairly negative reviews about it, so now I'm not sure anymore.

I'm 27 and she's 24, from Norway, and we basically just want to go somewhere to relax, swim, eat good food and lay in the sun most of the day. We also want to visit the Mayan ruins while we're there.

So, any suggestions?

**TeeZet** · 10-28-2007

I know Iberostar Tucan/Quetzal has all of that, including an on site PADI dive school where I got certified.

The only thing is that it's a 5 star...

You don't have to worry about dive schools, though. There are plenty of reliable dive schools nearby, no matter which resort you'll go to.

raquelle261 · 10-28-2007

As for visiting ruins etc etc, click on the "trip planning" tab on this site and check out the brilliant "tours for those that don't do tours" tours!

norml · 10-28-2007

I assume from your post you want to go all inclusive. That being the case, Playacar is a good choice. I would look at the Iberostar Tucan/Quetzal or possibly Sandos next door which is smaller. Both have excellent beaches and our experience with both have been great. You won't regret choosing Playa del Carmen for your vacation. Warning, you just might get hooked like the rest of us.

kayt707 · 10-28-2007

Id say the Royal. Its right in town and the place is amazing! I dont know about a dive place there but you can arrange it through them. The beach was really nice and the whole resort was beautiful. My TR has some pics of the place and of the rooms.

cstromme · 10-28-2007

Haha, I wasn't expecting this quick of a reply. And so many!

Anybody got links to these places? Or can I find them on this site (at work here, so I can't really poke around that much).

And does anyone have some good pictures of the beaches in Playa del Carmen?

swami · 10-28-2007

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Originally Posted by cstromme

Haha, I wasn't expecting this quick of a reply. And so many!

Anybody got links to these places? Or can I find them on this site (at work here, so I can't really poke around that much).

And does anyone have some good pictures of the beaches in Playa del Carmen?

Clicking on trip planning on this site for resort information. Beaches are great and the water is warm. 5th avenue is a fun place to shop and drink.

kayt707 · 10-28-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by cstromme

Haha, I wasn't expecting this quick of a reply. And so many!

Anybody got links to these places? Or can I find them on this site (at work here, so I can't really poke around that much).

And does anyone have some good pictures of the beaches in Playa del Carmen?

my trip report has pics of the beach at the royal.
Official Web Site - THE Royal in Playa del Carmen Hotel

**TeeZet** · 10-28-2007

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Originally Posted by cstromme

... Or can I find them on this site ...

Bingo! Correct answer!

There's tons of info to be found, and the best way on how to find it is explained here: Search Function 101
Or you could use Google Advanced and let it only return results from the site or domain "Playa.Info"

MicheleR · 10-28-2007

Here's my first try at posting a pic. We stayed at the Tucan/Quetzal a week ago!

I have a bunch more too if anyone cares to see the beach pics from that area!

**TeeZet** · 10-28-2007

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Originally Posted by MicheleR

Here's my first try at posting a pic. We stayed at the Tucan/Quetzal a week ago!

I have a bunch more too if anyone cares to see the beach pics from that area!

Sure!
Start a thread with pics and add some comments!
It'll be kinda like a trip report!

MicheleR · 10-28-2007

hhmm...let's see if this link works. Here's a little video I just made with some pics from last week! I'm sure there is something I am forgetting to do here, please bear with me. These are just a few of my favorite shots from that week. Enjoy!

MicheleR · 10-28-2007

thank you for the help!!

**TeeZet** · 10-28-2007

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Originally Posted by MicheleR

thank you for the help!!

Anytime!

Mrsfuzzmo · 10-28-2007

I'd suggest the Iberostar Tucan/Quetzal as well. It is a truly tropical experience. Look through my trip report here (below) and you'll see a lot of pictures! You won't be sorry with this resort, it's romantic and dynamic and tropical all in one!

Wait, where'd my trip report go???? Sorry it seems to be gone. I'll try and find it and reattach it.

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cstromme sandflea Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 4	Suggestions for an all-inclusive resort? My girlfriend and I are considering going to Playa del Carmen next year, and we're looking for a good all-inclusive resort. We're looking for: * White beaches * Clear water * Clean rooms with good bathrooms * 4 stars? * Close to the beach, preferably right next to the hotel * Pool * Possibility of taking diving classes (PADI?) nearby We were looking a bit at The Reef Playacar, but I've found a couple of fairly negative reviews about it, so now I'm not sure anymore. I'm 27 and she's 24, from Norway, and we basically just want to go somewhere to relax, swim, eat good food and lay in the sun most of the day. We also want to visit the Mayan ruins while we're there. So, any suggestions?

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MicheleR way into it Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Connecticut Posts: 101	hhmm...let's see if this link works. Here's a little video I just made with some pics from last week! I'm sure there is something I am forgetting to do here, please bear with me. These are just a few of my favorite shots from that week. Enjoy! Last edited by MicheleR : 10-29-2007 at 07:51 AM. Reason: Fixed videolink ;-)

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10-28-2007	#2 (permalink)
TeeZet Non-aggressive Dutch dude Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Uithoorn, The Netherlands Posts: 7,626	I know Iberostar Tucan/Quetzal has all of that, including an on site PADI dive school where I got certified. The only thing is that it's a 5 star... You don't have to worry about dive schools, though. There are plenty of reliable dive schools nearby, no matter which resort you'll go to.

10-28-2007	#3 (permalink)
raquelle261 añejo Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hull, UK Posts: 1,653	As for visiting ruins etc etc, click on the "trip planning" tab on this site and check out the brilliant "tours for those that don't do tours" tours!

10-28-2007	#4 (permalink)
norml life=playa Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Elkhart Lake, Wi. Posts: 661	I assume from your post you want to go all inclusive. That being the case, Playacar is a good choice. I would look at the Iberostar Tucan/Quetzal or possibly Sandos next door which is smaller. Both have excellent beaches and our experience with both have been great. You won't regret choosing Playa del Carmen for your vacation. Warning, you just might get hooked like the rest of us.

10-28-2007	#5 (permalink)
kayt707 añejo Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Alta Loma, Ca Posts: 6,306	Id say the Royal. Its right in town and the place is amazing! I dont know about a dive place there but you can arrange it through them. The beach was really nice and the whole resort was beautiful. My TR has some pics of the place and of the rooms.

10-28-2007	#6 (permalink)
cstromme sandflea Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 4	Haha, I wasn't expecting this quick of a reply. And so many! Anybody got links to these places? Or can I find them on this site (at work here, so I can't really poke around that much). And does anyone have some good pictures of the beaches in Playa del Carmen?

10-28-2007	#10 (permalink)
MicheleR way into it Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Connecticut Posts: 101	Here's my first try at posting a pic. We stayed at the Tucan/Quetzal a week ago! I have a bunch more too if anyone cares to see the beach pics from that area!

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MicheleR way into it Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Connecticut Posts: 101	thank you for the help!!

10-28-2007	#15 (permalink)
Mrsfuzzmo life=playa Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Fredonia, WI Posts: 652	I'd suggest the Iberostar Tucan/Quetzal as well. It is a truly tropical experience. Look through my trip report here (below) and you'll see a lot of pictures! You won't be sorry with this resort, it's romantic and dynamic and tropical all in one! Wait, where'd my trip report go???? Sorry it seems to be gone. I'll try and find it and reattach it.

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