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About this property

Gran SAHARA is located in Playa del Carmen, 0.7 mi from ADO International Bus Station. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 1 mi from Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal. The property is located 1 mi from Disabled-friendly beach and 1.9 mi from Church of Guadalupe. At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Free WiFi is available to all guests, while certain rooms here will provide you with a balcony. The units will provide guests with a fridge. The accommodations offers a terrace. Speaking both English and Spanish, staff at the reception can help you plan your stay. Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall is 2297 feet from Gran SAHARA. Cancun International Airport is 34 mi from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Located in the heart of Playa del Carmen, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

    • Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
2 full beds
1 twin bed
and
2 full beds
2 full beds
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Micky
    United States United States
    We really liked this hotel. The room is large and plain but had two beds, table and chairs, etc plus a very functional closet with shelves. The bathroom was good. We liked the location near enough to the beach, and with all sorts of services and...
  • Jason
    United States United States
    Great location. Great parking if you have a car. Second time staying and would come back again.
  • Deanna
    Canada Canada
    Location awesome. Walk to the beach and fifth avenue. Secure garage parking. Room small but gorgeous courtyard
  • Ochi
    Panama Panama
    The property was good and the breakfast and also the location was very good and near 5th avenue, unfortunately our last day a bag was missing from the room and we speak to the front desk and they said will ask to the cleaner but the bag didn’t...
  • Susana
    United States United States
    Hotel is close to several key points in Playa de Carmen. Rooms were spacious and had free parking. Breakfast was included in the stay.
  • Anthony
    United States United States
    Great location, close to 5th ave without all the noise. . rooftop pool.
  • Marco
    United States United States
    breakfast its great, its just a restaurant in the near corner of the hotel, and was deliciuos, I also add some extras but very cheap, was amazing, location was very good just in the middel of playa and near the 5t avenue and bars, also staff was...
  • Lindy
    Canada Canada
    The location was excellent. Checkin was quick. Staff was friendly. I needed a place for one night. Room was on main level and no balcony. If staying longer, a room with an outside balcony is recommended. It was your typical 2/3 hotel. Got it for...
  • Cindy
    Belize Belize
    Location was perfect! Loved that there was parking available. The staff was very helpful and even upgraded us to a superior room at no extra cost. Definitely recommend!
  • Noey
    United States United States
    I loved that your walking distance to the beach and the popular 5th Street and mall/shopping center. Your also surrounded by good restaurants and the Mercado is also just steps away. breakfast is included with the stay which is like having...

Hotel area info

Amenities of Gran SAHARA

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Sun deck
  • Terrace

Activities

  • Walking tours
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

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

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
    Additional charge

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool is on rooftop

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Gran SAHARA takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking more than 5 rooms different policies, conditions and extra charges may apply

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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