Royal Hideaway Playacar - the evolution of the all-inclusive resort. This is a place where service and style come together in such grand fashion that it will forever change the way you view the word vacation. This resort is ideally located on 13 acres of lush, tropical foliage that opens onto the most beautiful stretch of beach on the Yucatan Peninsula. Royal Hideaway's two and three story-villas represent a fusion of Spanish and Mexican - colonial architecture while winding rivers, waterfalls and fountains connect the villas to the main building. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Playa_del_Carmen/AllegroRoyalHideaway/hotel/7/7/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:27:49 EST The Royal Hideaway Playacar Resort and Spa is a first class resort. Ideally located on 13 acres of lush tropical foilage that opens into the most beautiful stretch of beach on the Yucatan Peninsula, 45 minutes from Cancun International Airport, and 5 minutes from the town of Playa Del Carmen. The Royal Hideaway Playacar Resort and Spa offers uncompromising luxury. Luxury you have often dreamed of but rarely had the time to enjoy. Here there are no deadlines, no pressure, and the only decisions you have to make are what to do with your day and which vintage wines you'd like with your gourmet dinner. Upon arrival, you'll be transported to this awe-inspiring resort and immediately welcomed and indulged with attentive service. You'll reside in luxurious villa accommodations, complete with spacious rooms, private terraces, magnificent marble baths and countless other appointments. The resorts two and three story-villas represent a fusion of Spanish and Mexican - colonial architecture while winding rivers, waterfalls and fountains connect the villas to the main building. When the time comes to invigorate the body, choose from a myriad of exhilarating land and water activities. At Royal Hideaway, they want to cater to your every whim and desire so that's why they have extensive concierge service and poolside attendants to ensure you spend more time relaxing. Royal Hideaway Playacar - where everything around you, from service to food to amenities, is nothing but the best. The hotel is minutes to shopping and entertainment. Royal Hideaway boasts 200 luxurious guest rooms, including six Duplex Suites, 170 Luxury rooms, 22 Royal View rooms and two Presidential Suites with garden or ocean view. The hotel also has four guest rooms that are specifically designed to meet the special needs of disabled guests. All areas of the hotel are handicap accessible. Check In: 15:00 Hrs. ( 3:00 PM ) Check Out: 12:00 Hrs. ( 12:00 noon ) - Specialty restaurants - Welcome champagne and cool towel upon arrival - Accommodations as selected - All meals and snacks - Tennis clinics - Wine served with dinner - Unlimited alcoholic beverages - Unlimited natural juices and soft drinks - 3 swimming pools - 3 relaxation pools - In-room safe - Room service - a light menu, 24 hours - Taxes and gratuities applicable to the package - Daily activities program by the pool and beach in several languages ADDITIONAL SERVICES (not included in rate): - World Class Spa Facilities featuring Thalassotherapy marine care by Thalgo - Nearby golf course - Motorized water sports - Car rental - Private tennis lessons - Beauty salon featuring hair and skin-care products by Aveda - Deep Sea Fishing - Tour and Excursion Desk - Laundry / Dry cleaning service - Mail and fax service - Jewelry boutique, gift shop and logo shop - Money exchange bank - Medical facilities - Meeting facilities Fitness Center - Aerobics Classes, Treadmills, Cybex Equipment, Universal Weights, Lifecycles, and Jacuzzi. Land Sports - Shuffleboard, Basketball, Bocce Ball, Beach Soccer, Horseshoes, Table Tennis, Bicycles, and Darts Tennis Courts - There are two lighted, hard-surface tennis courts available. (Tennis shoes with black soles not allowed) Water Sports ( Non-Motorized ) - Kayaks, Snorkeling Equipment, Sailing, Windsurfing, Water Polo, Aqua Aerobics, and Boogie Boards Games - Billiards, Playing Cards and Board Games Nightly Entertainment - With Local Talent And Staff Shows Video Library - Movies Available For Private Use From 9:00am To 9:00pm. All restaurants are air conditioned for the complete comfort of our guests. For those who enjoy open-air dining, terrace seating is available in most restaurants. There are also designated smoking and non - smoking sections in all restaurants. * Casual elegance dress code is required at all restaurants for dinner. RESTAURANTS: Ventanas - Main Dining Room: Dine in grand style at the magnificent main dining room. Savor excellent a la carte continental cuisine served indoors or al fresco overlooking the sea. Spices - Caribbean and Mexican: Majestically overlooking the Caribbean, this restaurant combines your favorite island dishes and authentic Mexican cuisine. Fresh fish, seafood and local fare are the specialties from this a la carte menu. Palazzo - Italian Specialty: Enjoy fine a la carte Italian dishes and tempting regional delicacies at this specialty restaurant. It boasts an elegant and charming atmosphere. Azia - Oriental Specialty: Gourmet specialties from the Far East with an emphasis on Thai cuisine. The menu, designed and prepared by chefs from Thailand, will amaze you with its authentic Oriental favorites. BARS and SNACKS: Light refreshments are served at all bars. Beach Club: You don't have to go very far from the pool area to get a quick bite to eat. The beach club features an array of finger foods, sandwiches and local favorites. This will definitely hold you over until the dinner hours. Piano Bar: Come and enjoy the casual elegance and relaxed atmosphere at the piano bar. This is the ideal place to engage in great conversation while listening to soothing sounds. Let it be the perfect ending to a perfect day. Cigar Bar: After a hard day of relaxing by the pool or at the spa, take a moment to enjoy a cigar in a lounge dedicated exclusively to this acquired hobby. A selection of Cuban, Dominican, Mexican and other high-quality cigars can be found at the cigar shop. Humidors are available to store your fine tobacco. Type: All Inclusive No. of Rooms: 200 Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) Adults Only: Adults Only Resort http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Playa_del_Carmen/AllegroRoyalHideaway/hotel/7/7/ Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:27:49 EST