Carretera Cancún Chetumal Km. 295, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
Explore the area
Guadalupe Church7 min drive
Punta Esmeralda Beach9 min drive
Gran Coyote Golf12 min drive
Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)50 min drive
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About this area
Playa del Carmen
Located in Playa del Carmen, Sandos Caracol Eco Resort - All Inclusive is next to a golf course and on the beach. Central Square and Puerto Morelos Town Square are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Quinta Avenida and Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Xcaret Eco Theme Park, or check out an event or a game at Mario Villanueva Stadium Madrid. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as skydiving in the area.
Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Arezzo - 11 min walk
Los Murales - 12 min walk
Koh Thai - 17 min walk
La Brasserie - 17 min walk
Coco's Cabanas - 6 min drive
About this property
Sandos Caracol Eco Resort - All Inclusive
4-star all-inclusive property by the ocean
Located close to Gran Coyote Golf and Quinta Avenida, Sandos Caracol Eco Resort - All Inclusive provides 18 holes of golf, free water park access and a nightclub. This property is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beach massages and sunloungers. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a body scrub and a deep-tissue massage at SPA SANDOS, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 9 on-site restaurants. The health club offers yoga classes and aerobics classes; other things to do include basketball, beach yoga and parasailing. In addition to a return airport shuttle and 2 poolside bars, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with a waterslide, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Free bike hire, 2 outdoor tennis courts and massage treatment rooms
A 24-hour front desk, scooter hire and ATM/banking services
Guest reviews give good marks for the family-friendly amenities and helpful staff
Room features
All 956 rooms offer comforts, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and free stocked minibars. Guest reviews say good things about the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Plasma TVs with satellite channels
Balconies, coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans
All-inclusive details
This property is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).
Gratuities and taxes
Gratuities are included.
Food and beverages
All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
Water activities
Kayaking
Sailing
Scuba-diving lessons
Snorkelling
Surfing/body boarding
Land activities
Cycling
Fitness facilities
Tennis
Volleyball
Lessons/classes/games
Aerobics
Cooking
Dancing
Language
Yoga
Entertainment
On-site entertainment and activities
Access to on-site nightclubs
On-site live performances
Theme parties
Awards and affiliations
Green/Sustainable Property This property participates in Travelife, a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: The Environment, the community, the cultural heritage and the local economy.
Languages
Dutch, English, Italian, Spanish
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Follows the industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
Social distancing
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Hand sanitiser provided
Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch, dinner and through room service
On-site PCR testing is available for a on-site COVID-19 testing (PCR screening) is available for a fee, and antigen/rapid COVID-19 testing is also available for a fee
This information is provided by our partners.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
Free self-parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
9 restaurants
2 poolside bars, 9 bars/lounges and 1 swim-up bar
Room service available
Coffee/tea in a common area
Things to do
18 holes of golf
3 outdoor pools
2 outdoor tennis courts
5 hot tubs
Aerobics classes
Basketball
Beach volleyball
Beach yoga
Billiards/pool table
Children's pool
Ecotours
Fitness centre
Free bike hire
Free water park access
Full-service spa
Hiking/biking trails
Kayaking
Motorised watercraft
Nightclub
Parasailing
Playground
Sailing
Sauna
Scooter/moped hire
Scuba diving
Shopping
Snorkelling
Steam room
Tennis
Volleyball
Yoga classes
Family friendly
3 outdoor pools
Children's club
Children's pool
Free water park access
Laundry facilities
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Water slide
Conveniences
ATM/banking services
Front-desk safe
Gift shop/newsstand
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry-cleaning service
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter
Tour/ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach umbrellas
Beachfront location
Garden
Pool sunloungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Spa
16 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body treatments
Body wraps
Couples treatment room(s)
Facials
Hydrotherapy
Manicures and pedicures
Massage - deep-tissue
Massage - hot stone
Massage - on the beach
Massage - prenatal
Massage - sports
Massage - Thai
Massage/treatment rooms
Outdoor treatment areas
Reflexology
Sauna
Spa open daily
Hot tub
Steam room
Turkish bath/hammam
Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Sanitation services: MXN 31.12 per night
A damage deposit of MXN 5000 will be collected before check-in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and window guards
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the health club, fitness facility, or hot tub, while guests under 6 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly)
Property is also known as
Caracol Eco
Caracol Sandos
Caracol Sandos Eco Resort
Eco Caracol Sandos
Eco Sandos Resort
Sandos Caracol Eco
Sandos Caracol Eco Playa del Carmen
Sandos Caracol Eco All Inclusive Playa del Carmen
Sandos Caracol Eco Resort All Inclusive Playa del Carmen
Sandos Eco Resort
Caracol Beach
Caracol Village Hotel Playa Del Carmen
Hotel Sandos Caracol Eco
Sandos Caracol Beach Resort Spa
Sandos Caracol Eco Hotel
Sandos Caracol Mexico
Sandos Caracol Riviera Maya
Frequently asked questions
Does Sandos Caracol Eco Resort - All Inclusive have a pool?
Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Is Sandos Caracol Eco Resort - All Inclusive pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sandos Caracol Eco Resort - All Inclusive?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Sandos Caracol Eco Resort - All Inclusive?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Sandos Caracol Eco Resort - All Inclusive?
Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Sandos Caracol Eco Resort - All Inclusive provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Sandos Caracol Eco Resort - All Inclusive?
Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and drinks are included, and activities include snorkelling, kayaking, sailing and more.
Where is Sandos Caracol Eco Resort - All Inclusive located?
Located in Playa del Carmen, this beachfront property is next to a golf course, 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Quinta Avenida, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Gran Coyote Golf and Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall. Central Square and 3D Museum of Wonders are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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7.9/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
7.3/10
Amenities
7.5/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Taskin
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Pros: Great for families with 13 and under kids.
Huge variety of things to do.
Wild animals everywhere.
Ample seating at beach, pools and water park.
Snack bars at water park and pool were great.
Large rooms
Cons: Rocky beach (water shoes are a must)
Food was only ok, but there was a very wide variety.
All restaurants were booked for entire week before we even arrived.
Line to get into the buffet restaurant was always very long.
Check-in orientation was lacking
They have a lot of lush greenery and animals throughout. Water park is a good perk. The checkin process was extremely lengthy we spent over 5 hours at the front desk the first night then had no food choices because everything closed at 9. The food was terrible, poor service, cleanliness of rooms needs work at checkin. Felt run down and unkept for the price paid. No night club on property everything closed early. Even towel service closes at 4 but pools are open till 5. Again early for closing. I have stayed at nicer properties in Cancun for way less that had impeccable food and service. Hardly any snack areas and strange restaurant hours for breakfast and lunch very few choices. No beach it’s all been washed away from the tide and very rocky. The ceiling caved in big hole left in entry way of room. Toilets plugging constantly. Early construction and loud hallway noise from inside the room. I would never stay there again. First and last time with Sandos.
Food was horrible and most restaurants ran out of food. The staff and buildings were also just horrible. This is a 1-2 star resort and we will never stay here again. Pools closed at 6 and anytime you need help from staff you got no response except we will have to call our manager. We also ordered a taxi and the bell boys sent it away when we were standing there waiting for the ride. Ceilings caved in from the rain and they didn’t want to change rooms, they just wanted to patch it in the morning. I would never recommend this place.
Ron
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robert james, Bay City
Travelled with family
29 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Only one buffet style restaurant
Robert james
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
6/10 Okay
Doris Alicia
Travelled with family and small children
24 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Some staff members were very nice but others very unkind. Restaurant availability is not the greatest. The buffet don’t offer grilled chicken for those of us who don’t eat meat and the best food is the fruit and the omelettes. Price too high for services offered. Didn’t had any information about offered services in the room. Not even a menu for room service. There is no beach at this facility and had to pay almost $100.00 in transportation to go to Sandos Playacar. The water park, the shows and the wild life is probably the best part.
It was great to have a room in the canopy of the jungle. Monkeys and other critters were all over the place. So much to do and so many events going on was a ton of fun
My only negative feedback would be that the buffet never changes. It was ok, but just a complete lack of variety. Otherwise the restaurants were excellent.
Steven
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
LORI Denise
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
My family was a little worried going into this trip after reading recent reviews of the resort. The reviews did help us to mitigate some things though....knowing what could go wrong, so we planned ahead.
There was one family ahead of us at check-in and maybe we waited 10 minutes. It wasn't the hour or two that others posted about. They do charge a $20 USD "sanitation fee" that must be paid in cash on arrival. That was super shady and clearly a cash-grab.
Our room was nice. The cleaning was good. They were there every day and restocked most of the time. Nothing to complain about here.
Went to the buffet for supper and it was fine. Nothing spectacular, but we aren't picky people either.
I went down at 7am to put towels on loungers. I didn't need to do this as there were always lots available.
The line for the pool bar was there for sure and there was only one bartender. But we had our mugs and filled them up and Martha was amazing and brought us drinks constantly.
We were able to get into restaurants every evening after. We arrived at 5:45pm and were able to get in every night. We would be at the breakfast buffet or the Italian restaurant for breakfast at around 8am and there were never any lines. However, they did stretch out a long way from 9am until 10am.
DO NOT pay the high spa massage prices. Go to the beach, head left and you will see a massive MASSAGE sign on a thatch roof. We had $30 massages for 70 minutes on the beach and it was UNREAL. Ask for Maggie and Suzy
LORI Denise
2/10 Terrible
Ewelina
Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
I will be leaving bigger review on google witb footage and pictures. This is ridiculously day and night pictures compared to the reality. Staff is a disaster as well as food, rooms, amenities and everything else. DO NOT RECOMMEND TO ANYONE, not even for free!!!
Ewelina
10/10 Excellent
Omar
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children