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What’s special about this resort
Anyone looking for a quiet and relaxed vacation needs to visit the charming Royal Hideaway Playacar resort. Colonial style buildings and neatly manicured gardens add to the beauty of the resort, while the smaller resort size and villa room system create an intimate environment. A gorgeous white sand beach and six pools provide plenty of opportunity for some R&R in the sun.
The all-inclusive package provides access to six swimming pools, the fitness center, tennis courts, and non-motorized water sports at no extra cost. Unlimited food and drinks are available at six restaurants and three bars (including premium liquor). The Chef’s Table experience may be purchased for an additional cost.
Things we like:
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The resort is located on a lovely beach in Playacar and within a 15 minute drive from both Fifth Avenue and downtown Playa del Carmen -
Rooms are airy and bright and feature jetted tubs, furnished balconies, and separate walk-in showers
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The small resort size and Villa system create an intimate environment
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There’s a wide array of daily activities and some nightly entertainment
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Staff members are very hospitable and easygoing
Things we don't like:
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Dinner reservations are required well in advance (even before the trip to ensure the best times) -
The main pool area can get too loud for some guests
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The rooms and buildings are old and could use renovations
What to do
Spend your days on the spectacular sun soaked beach and let the warm turquoise waters beckon you in for a little afternoon dip. If poolside lounging with a drink in hand is more of your thing, you’ll still get to enjoy incredible views of the ocean from the infinity pool. Drop in on one of the daily aqua aerobic sessions for some fun and easygoing exercise.
There’s quite a range of low key activities that are on par with the resort’s overall relaxed atmosphere. Brush up on your Spanish or get creative in a painting class. You can even learn how to make sushi or concoct your favorite drinks.
Visit the spa for some self care and indulge in a soothing massage. You can even book a poolside facial so you don’t even need to leave the comfort of your pool lounger (extra fee). Speaking of self care, practice some meditative yoga at the fitness center or get those endorphins flowing during a game of tennis.
What to eat
Six international restaurants serve everything from traditional Mexican dishes to exotic Asian flavors. You’ll also have three different bars to visit, but keep in mind only one remains open past midnight.
Start the day off strong with the most important meal of the day at Spices. Dig into an omelet made just the way you like it or savor the zesty flavors of a chilaquiles dish.
For a romantic evening that’ll make you feel like you’re in the heart of Italy, book a table at Palazzo. Carpaccio, fresh pastas, garlic bread, salads, fabulous wine pairings… What’s not to love about that?
Get a steak at The Grill or sample the many fresh sushi rolls at AZIA. If you’re a foodie, you need to reserve a spot at the Chef’s Table. This unique experience allows you to try inventive menu items while interacting with the chef (extra fee).
Room Guide
Each of the 201 rooms at the Royal Hideaway Playacar has been elegantly furnished and equipped to earn the resort a Four-Diamond AAA rating. Balconies, jacuzzi tubs, robes, and minibars are features that you can expect in any category.
Luxury: These rooms come with standard garden, pool, and sunrise (ocean) views, and either one king or two queen beds. They have about 527 square feet of space, except for the Sunrise variety, which is just slightly larger.
Royal Casita: You can add a whole bunch of space to your stay with a 1600-square-foot Casita, consisting of two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a spacious living/dining area. A large terrace complete with lounge chairs complements the indoor space.
Ocean View & Honeymoon Suites: These suites are spread over two stories and nearly 1300 square feet. There’s a living and dining room on the lower level, along with a private balcony, and a bedroom and bathroom upstairs with its own furnished terrace that includes a hammock.
Presidential Suite: The most exclusive room in the resort has over 1600 square feet of space facing the beach from an upper level. Its main draw is its oversized terrace with a hammock and hot tub, plus luxurious furnishing inside as well.
Special Experiences
Besides the six stunning swimming pools and white-sand beach at the Royal Hideaway Playacar, guests can partake in a number of special activities. The resort has a fun entertainment program that includes classes to learn some very unique things: Oaxacan art, tequila tasting, sushi making, and mixology are just a few.
There’s even a full event venue on-site, the Club Royale Theater, that hosts live shows and performances most nights. Allegria Bar offers live music in the evenings to enjoy with a cocktail.
Sporty guests can take advantage of the on-property dive center that rents equipment and organizes group dives to some of the area’s best wrecks and reefs. Certification is also a possibility for those who want to become divers.
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Things we like:
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The resort is located on a lovely beach in Playacar and within a 15 minute drive from both Fifth Avenue and downtown Playa del Carmen
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Rooms are airy and bright and feature jetted tubs, furnished balconies, and separate walk-in showers
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The small resort size and Villa system create an intimate environment
-
There’s a wide array of daily activities and some nightly entertainment
-
Staff members are very hospitable and easygoing
Things we don't like:
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Dinner reservations are required well in advance (even before the trip to ensure the best times)
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The main pool area can get too loud for some guests
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The rooms and buildings are old and could use renovations
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