Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands All Inclusive

Hotels
Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
9.2 (1091 reviews)
Blvd. Kukulcan Km 13.5, Zona Hotelera , Cancún , mx

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Unbeatable location
Cons:
Limited food options
Dated facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
9.39
The place is really nice, clean and comfortable.
Service
9.86
The staff were warm, friendly, and always willing to help.
Location
10
Location is unbeatable with ocean views from every room.
Room Quality
8.9
Facilities are dated and need a refresh.
Amenities
8.85
The facility had plenty of room for families, though activities were not well advertised.
Value for Money
8.88
Food options on site were limited and not up to par.
Food and Beverage
7.84
Food options generally acceptable, but significant room for improvement.
Overall Experience
9.89
Overall a great vacation except for some service inconsistencies.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 23:02

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

The Royal Sands & Spa hotel in central Cancun offers modern, air-conditioned rooms and suites with free Wi-Fi, sea views, and well-equipped kitchens. The private balcony is perfect for enjoying the stunning surroundings.

Exceptional Facilities

Guests can enjoy outdoor pools, a gym, spa, and tennis courts during their stay. Whether you prefer relaxing by the pool or staying active, this hotel has something for everyone.

Culinary Delights

Indulge in a variety of cuisines at the hotel's restaurants, from pasta and steaks to authentic Mexican dishes. Don't forget to visit the snack bar and sports bar for a casual dining experience.

Experience luxury and comfort at The Royal Sands & Spa - book your stay now for an unforgettable vacation in Cancun!

Important information:

All reservations will be subject to the payment of an environmental tax, the cost of this tax will be MX $170.80. Prices are in Mexican pesos and per night payable directly at the hotel reception at the time of check out.

Please note that guests staying on a Saturday night may need to change rooms. The hotel will work to avoid this scenario, but when necessary, management will work directly with guests to speed up this process.

At least one of the guests registered in each suite must be over 25 years old and will be held accountable for the rest of the suite's occupants.

Your reservation charge will appear on your credit card statement under the name of RoyalRes 8887214451. Please contact us with any questions regarding the charge for this reservation..

The name on the credit card used for payment must match the name of one of the guests on the reservation. Please note that you will be asked to present the same credit card and official identification at check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CUN

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 1091 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.39
Service: 9.86
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.9
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 8.88
Food and Beverage: 7.84
Overall Experience: 9.89
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Maham couple us
10
This is our go-to place in Cancun.
Pros:

Beautiful beach, quiet, relaxing, wonderful chairside service. Staff are friendly and helpful.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Maria Gabriela Matos family_with_children br
8
Pros:

A localização, a comida e os funcionários

Cons:

Nada

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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staceysG9866FV NONE
10
Had a great time!
Pros:

Our suite set up was wonderful. Lots of room. The pools were so clean. Often saw staff at all hours cleaning the grounds, down to under the sinks in public bathroom!

2026-07-10 via Tripadvisor
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P1574OFmichaell NONE
10
Beds
Pros:

Great resort, but the beds were a little rough. Loved the bench, pool, tours, spas, food, service, etc., but again, the beds leave something to be desired.

2026-07-10 via Tripadvisor
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Sherpa63911286732 NONE
10
What an amazing resort!
Pros:

What an amazing resort, our whole experience was fantastic so many options to eat and do every day perfect for family trips would definitely recommend to anyone!

2026-07-07 via Tripadvisor
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Yens family_with_children us
8
I won’t come back here, it’s not terrible but not repetitive
Pros:

The Pool áreas

Cons:

Bathrooms need to be updated, walk in showers or something newer

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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15bellav NONE
4
Find somewhere else
Pros:

I used to love the Royal Sands growing up, but with the takeover of the holiday inn it's become unrecognizable. Management treats staff poorly, prices are too high for the quality of amenities you're provided, and all-inclusive has become a tiered scam.

Go somewhere else

2026-07-06 via Tripadvisor
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GAKU family_with_children jp
10
今までで1番最高のホテル
Pros:

最高の部屋からのオーシャービュー
綺麗な砂浜
子供が遊べるウォーターパーク
美味しいディナー

Cons:

エレベーターが古い

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Fernanda solo_traveller mx
9
Great place to stay
Pros:

I loved the lap pool! The beach access was great, the staff was very friendly and everything was working as it should, with no issues.

Cons:

The lighting in the rooms can be improved (it is terribly cold and makes the room look dated) and the waiting times for checking in and checking out were a bit long. If there are five or six computers available, having a single person managing those procedures is not ideal.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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maryrK333XR Family
10
La Veranda - Fernando
Pros:

Our server Fernando at La Veranda week 6/27/26-7/4/26 was phenomenal! He made our week 100 times better. Medallia your team is awesome and Fernando is the best!

2026-07-04 via Tripadvisor
4
411christinaa NONE Miami Beach, Florida
10
Amazing service
Pros:

I had an absolutely amazing stay and received some of the best service I have ever experienced. Every team member I encountered was warm, professional, and genuinely committed to making my visit memorable.

A special thank you to Cecilia Mazon, who was an incredible housekeeper. She took so much pride in caring for my room, and her attention to detail did not go unnoticed. My room was always spotless, and her dedication truly enhanced my experience.

Yaz in Concierge was exceptional. She went above and beyond throughout my stay and made my birthday incredibly special. Her kindness, attention, and willingness to help with anything I needed made a lasting impression and turned a great vacation into an unforgettable one.

I would also like to recognize Francisco and David at La Veranda. They made every breakfast feel welcoming and enjoyable with their friendly service and positive attitudes.

Manuel at the towel area was wonderful and consistently provided outstanding service with a smile.

Lastly, Marcelo in the Preview Center was fantastic. He was professional, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work with.

Thank you to the entire team for creating such a memorable experience. The level of hospitality and care I received was truly exceptional, and I cannot wait to return.

2026-07-04 via Tripadvisor
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Y5824DUbillm NONE Baltimore, Maryland
6
Disappointed
Pros:

Definitely gotten more expensive and quality has gone down since Holliday inn purchased resort. Also it is better to eat off premises get better value and much better money exchange rate.

2026-07-03 via Tripadvisor
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Tour33043690390 Family Louisville, Colorado
10
Lovely vacation for over 20 years
Pros:

Very good accommodations. Excellent maid service daily, excellent transportation choices.
Excellent waiter service at the pool and on the beach.

2026-07-02 via Tripadvisor
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S3145XVkyles NONE
6
We had fun
Pros:

Not the worst All-Inclusive, but also not the best. We had fun and the food was pretty good. I drink whiskey and Jack Daniel’s was an up charge over Jim Beam, which I found pretty comical. My family had a good time. I’ve been on a few trips and would classify it as average.

2026-07-02 via Tripadvisor
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Maria family_with_children co
10
Excelente eleccion para plan familiar!
Pros:

Excelente ubicación, instalaciones muy completas, servicio muy amable y la comida deliciosa.

Cons:

Cuidado con la letra pequeña al momento de la reserva... si se queda en el hotel un sabado, por el dereho de los que pagan tiempo compartido, hay cambio ese dia de habitación.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Anna family_with_children us
6
Pros:

Good location, great pools

Cons:

It's not all inclusive when they constantly take your room card for every drink or meal. No introduction or explanation about amenities - we had to ask other people staying there where to take towels, or where to find activities, what time they functioning

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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K8772NVmichaelz NONE Prosper, Texas
10
Perfect Cancun Stay
Pros:

Perfect vacation, wonderful experience at this beautiful hotel... the service, entertainment, food, grounds, gym were excellent!

2026-06-30 via Tripadvisor
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C7438FPjuanmanuelg Family
2
🚨 ALERT TO ALL ROYAL RESORTS MEMBERS
Pros:

Massive fraud due to confidential data leak and zero accountability from the company.I want to share our story to warn all current and future members of Royal Resorts. A few weeks ago, we were victims of a fraud totaling $4,000 USD ($72,764.00 MXN). The most alarming part isn’t just the financial loss, but the complete negligence of the company and the blatant security breach in their systems. We were contacted on our home landline by individuals claiming to be company staff (names: Jonatan Herrera and Aarón, calling from +52 998 345 3647). They pressured us, stating that we were about to lose our contract due to alleged outstanding maintenance fees for 2024, 2025, and 2026. They sent official-looking documents, and we fell for the trap, making deposits to an account under the name Operadora Real Arenas S.A. de C.V. Why are we absolutely certain this information came from inside Royal Resorts?
Because the scammers didn't guess a single thing; they had our complete file with highly specific data that ONLY the company and we could have known: Our full names, physical address, home phone number, exact contract number, and registered emails. The exact history of our previous villa/interval contract that had expired and our transition to the current points-based system. The precise dates of our last reservation and our last payment. The internal, real status of our alleged debts for the 2024, 2025, and 2026 annual fees. Anyone with common sense knows this data only exists on Royal Resorts' servers. Either an internal employee is selling member data, or their systems were severely breached. Royal Resorts' Response:
When confronted, their stance has been completely evasive and cold. They limit themselves to saying there is "no proof of a data leak" and that they sent a mass email back in June 2024 (an email my wife never received) stating they no longer accepted wire transfers. Basically, they wash their hands, blame us for getting scammed, and refuse to offer any kind of commercial support, discount, or credit on our actual contract to make up for their failure to protect our private information. We are already proceeding legally, filing formal complaints with INAI (the Mexican Federal Agency for Data Protection) for the violation of privacy laws, and PROFECO (the Consumer Protection Agency). I am making this public so you think twice before trusting your hard-earned money and personal information to a company that completely turns its back on you when their own security fails. Protect your data and be extremely careful with your contracts at Royal Resorts! #RoyalResorts #RoyalResortsMembers #TimeshareScam #DataLeak #INAI #PROFECO #Cancun #TravelScam #DataPrivacy

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor
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W455RQdonnal NONE
10
Wonderful week
Pros:

Really enjoyed stay. Lots to do or just relax! Nice rooms! Close to beach! Water aerobics, card games! Would like more gluten free choices in restaurants.

2026-06-28 via Tripadvisor
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Ariane family_with_children us
10
Amazing! You won’t regret it!
Pros:

Beautiful grounds, wasn’t hassled for any extras or “upgrades” … food is amazing (better than the Hilton!). Kids had a blast at the water park which was included. Heaps of pool chairs and the ocean there has very little sargassum.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-28 via Nuitee