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Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront property near Hotel Zone Beaches

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A beachfront hotel with multiple buildings, a pool area, and a beach with umbrellas.
A hotel with a central swimming pool, beach access, and ocean views.
Exterior
A modern spa room with a large bathtub, a stone wall with a relief sculpture, and a window with a plant.
Balcony view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Blvd. Kukulcan, Km. 13.5, No. 32, Seccion A, Segunda Etapa, Zona Htl., Cancun, QROO, 77500
  • Place, Kukulcan Plaza Shopping Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Luxury Avenue Shopping Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hotel Zone Beaches
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Beachfront | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Beachfront

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Beachfront

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite, 1 Twin Bed, Beachfront | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, 1 Twin Bed, Beachfront

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, 1 Twin Bed, Accessible, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, 1 Twin Bed, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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On the beach.A stay at this Zona Hotelera property places you within half a mile (1 km) of Hotel Zone Beaches and 2 miles (3 km) of West Coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun, and Punta Nizuc National Park. La Isla Shopping Mall and Delfines Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Kukulcan Plaza Shopping Mall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Luxury Avenue Shopping Mall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hotel Zone Beaches - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Marlin Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • La Isla Shopping Mall - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Veranda - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ilios Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Club Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hacienda Sisal - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Marlimon - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG

4-star beachfront property near Hotel Zone Beaches
Some rates at Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. At Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG you can cool off in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 poolside bars, a beach bar, and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach property also offers a complimentary children's club, a children's pool, and outdoor tennis courts.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cancun property.

  • 340 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 15 buildings
  • 4 dining venues
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • Built in 2000
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Swim-up bar
Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG offers 340 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free children's club
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 poolside bars
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Health club
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Tennis lessons

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 500
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.
Guests staying on Saturday night may need to change units. The hotel will work to avoid this scenario, but when necessary, management will work directly with guests to streamline this process.
One registered guest in each villa must be at least 25 years of age and willing to accept responsibility for the actions of all villa occupants.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 300.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.92 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 500 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Royal Sands
Royal Sands All Inclusive
Royal Sands All Inclusive All-inclusive property Cancun
Royal Sands Cancun
Sands All Inclusive
Royal Sands All Inclusive All-inclusive property

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG is 11.5 mi (18-min drive) away from the Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG?

As of Jun 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG on Jul 10, 2026 start from $285, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG to the beach?

This property is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this property, but Royal Yak Casino and Sports Book (17-min drive) and Dubai Palace Casino (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG?

This property offers free extended parking.

Does Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG features 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG have a restaurant?

There are 4 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine, a poolside location, and happy hour.

Does Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG have a spa?

This property has a spa, which features mani/pedis, massages, and body wraps.

How close is Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG to downtown Cancun?

Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG is 0.1 mi away from Avenida Kukulkan.

Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1534 out of 2694 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 598 out of 2694 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 332 out of 2694 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 116 out of 2694 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 114 out of 2694 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

laith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at everything perfect
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natalya Pavlovna

Amazing place
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good, the stuff, the hotel amenities, food, rooms were clean, perfect family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arti Babubhai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff is so friendly and service was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location, resort & staff were very friendly. The restaurants were varied & very enjoyable
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was awesome and the staff was great. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of activities to do within the resort! The pool(s) are huge and amazing, and the restaurants are very good!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good is great, you also can take the shuttle bus to sister hotel Roya cancun, enjoy the beach and food
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms and pool were great. Food was just ok, wish I would have known club bistro was closed on Sunday and Tuesday.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Tye

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very clean and friendly place to stay. It was a beautiful place to stay and close to a lot of places to visit or things to do. Wish there were a couple more places to eat at.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice beach.. property well kept. Staff very good
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Saman Al

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great food, beautiful beach!
View from room
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, great food choices, perfect room for a family!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fidel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the staff were friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our stay there and will return.
Beautiful view of the sunrise.
The lobster and filet mignon were delicious.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Amazing place
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room where very nice Restaurant food was excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

YI

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great service and food!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been going to Royal Sands for about 10 years - it’s always been great.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angel Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great trip, no lines for food. Friendly and quick service
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Favorite place to stay in Cancun
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at the Royal Sands! The grounds were impeccably beautiful and we could not have asked for such wonderful staff and kind people who work very hard both day and night! We would love to go back! Thank you Royal Sands!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great beach, clean hotel, friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Ahazueres Harold Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were on the 7th floor nice view and good breeze the hotel is not new but very well taken care of.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia Lopes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful people. Terrific place. Lots of seaweed in water when we came but it cleared out after a few days thankfully! (And the removed a lot of the seaweed with a tractor!)
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026