Your hotel on Calle 28
The Reef 28 is at 1st Avenue and Calle 28, one block from the beach and close to Fifth Avenue. It is not The Reef Playacar or The Reef Coco Beach. Check that The Reef 28 appears on your transport confirmation.
Transportation from$69 USDOne way · per vehicle 
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Cancun Airport to The Reef 28
Arrive at The Reef 28 with your private airport ride booked. Travel straight to the hotel in central Playa del Carmen, with space for your luggage and the option to reserve both airport journeys together.
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Your ride to The Reef 28
- Approx. driving time
- 50 min
- Approx. road distance
- 54.7 km
Road route from Terminal 3 to The Reef 28. Estimated driving time without live traffic; your arrival terminal may change the journey. Traffic can make the drive longer. Airport formalities, collecting bags and meeting your driver are not included.
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Cancun Airport to The Reef 28 transfer prices
Compare one-way and round-trip fares in USD, per vehicle. Your hotel is already selected. Choose a fare, then add your dates and passengers to confirm the total.
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USD · Prices per vehicle from Cancun Airport to this hotel. Add your dates and passengers to confirm the total. If a price is unconfirmed, contact us to check the fare.
| Fare and capacity | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|
| Private | ||
| Private TransportationUp to 8 passengers | $69 USD | $138 USD |
| Private Transportation PREMIUMUp to 8 passengers | $71 USD | $140 USD |
| Luxury | ||
| Luxury TransportationUp to 5 passengers | $154 USD | $293 USD |
| Luxury Transportation PREMIUMUp to 5 passengers | $169 USD | $322 USD |
| Taxi | ||
| Airport TaxiUp to 3 passengers | $71 USD | $140 USD |
| Groups | ||
| Small Group TransportationUp to 15 passengers | $149.99 USD | $299.99 USD |
USD · Starting prices per vehicle. Search with your hotel, dates and passengers to confirm your total.
Downtown Playa del Carmen, 1st Avenue and Calle 28
Your arrival at The Reef 28
Adults-only suites near Fifth Avenue, with a rooftop pool and optional all-inclusive stays.
- Address
- 1 Avenida Norte & Calle 28 Norte, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77720 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., México
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Airport meeting instructions →From Cancun Airport to Playa
The calculated route from Terminal 3 is about 54.7 km and 50 minutes without live traffic. It includes the approach through Playa del Carmen to the hotel. The drive begins after airport formalities and your meeting with the driver.
Suites and meal plans
This is an adults-only hotel with breakfast-only and all-inclusive booking options. The Junior and Master Suite categories accommodate up to four guests under hotel conditions. Your airport fare is separate from the room and meal plan.
Exploring Fifth Avenue on foot
You can walk from the hotel to the nearby stretch of Fifth Avenue for restaurants and shops. There is no need to arrange a car for every short outing. Keep your scheduled airport pickup at the hotel entrance in your confirmation.
Rooftop and beach plans
The rooftop pool and Okom Spa are part of the hotel's facilities. The Reef 28 is close to the beach, but its building is not directly on the sand. Confirm any access to sister resorts with reception before heading out.
Between check-out and your flight
Check-in starts at 3 p.m., and check-out is by noon. The hotel can store your bags before check-in or after check-out. Coordinate stored bags with reception so you are ready for the return ride. If a hotel package already includes transport, review that confirmation before booking another pickup.
Hotel information
- The Reef 28 (checked 2026-09-14)
- Google Maps: The Reef 28 (checked 2026-09-14)
- The Reef 28: frequently asked questions (checked 2026-09-14)
- The Reef 28: suites (checked 2026-09-14)
Explore your destination
An afternoon in Playa, without another taxi
Once you have checked in, keep the first outing simple. Downtown Playa is a different experience from the coastal resorts: where you stay determines whether an evening stroll starts at your door or after a drive.
Arrange your airport arrival →Quinta Avenida to Parque Fundadores
If you are already on central Quinta Avenida, you can walk toward Parque Fundadores, browse the shops and stop for dinner along the way. You do not need a taxi for every few blocks. Choose a manageable stretch for your group, wear comfortable shoes and take water; the heat can make a short walk feel longer.
Downtown is not the whole destination
Playacar, Mayakoba and resorts north of town do not all sit beside the pedestrian avenue. Check your hotel's actual entrance before deciding to walk into town. For an evening out, agree on a pickup point on a vehicle-accessible street and save its location before you leave.
Beach, ferry or a day out?
The beach and the passenger ferry are different plans. A Cozumel crossing needs its own ticket and a return plan; an airport transfer is not a ferry ticket. For local questions, the municipality lists a tourist-information point at Parque Fundadores. Keep your belongings close in busy areas and check the beach flags before swimming.
Official information for your visit
- Caribe Mexicano · Playa del Carmen ↗
- Turismo de Playa del Carmen ↗
- Quinta Avenida y Parque Fundadores ↗
Guide reviewed September 13, 2026. Confirm opening times, access and conditions with each venue before setting off.
Plan your transfer
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Book a private vehicle for your group and arrive at your selected hotel. If you compare prices with the bus, add every passenger ticket and any ride needed from the station to your hotel.
Search private transfers →| Your journey | CAT private transfer | Scheduled bus |
|---|---|---|
| Where you arrive | Your selected hotel or drop-off | A bus stop; your hotel may need another ride |
| Who travels with you | Only your party | Other passengers on the same service |
| How to compare the cost | One vehicle price for your party | Tickets for each traveler, plus any onward ride |
| Return journey | Arrange your hotel-to-airport transfer together | Plan the ride to the station and the bus departure |
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Up to 5 passengersUp to 5 bagsSettle into your Chevrolet Suburban with fresh towels, water and a bilingual driver.
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Up to 15 passengersUp to 15 bagsAdd everyone in your party to your search. Compare the passenger capacity and luggage allowance of the available vehicles. For a larger party or special equipment, contact us before booking.
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What our customers say.
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“They were very professional with us.”
Marie D.“We arrived fast, which was very good because we were on time for our check-in.”
Ernest W.The Reef 28
Before you book.
Straight answers to help you choose your transfer.
How much is the Cancun Airport transfer to The Reef 28?
For The Reef 28, Private Transportation starts at $69 USD one way and $138 USD round trip per vehicle. Prices are per vehicle. Select a one-way or round-trip fare, then add your dates and passengers to confirm the total for The Reef 28.
How long is the airport ride to The Reef 28?
The calculated Terminal 3 road route is about 54.7 km and 50 minutes without live traffic.
Is The Reef 28 beachfront?
It is one block from the beach, at 1st Avenue and Calle 28 in central Playa del Carmen.
Can I walk to Fifth Avenue?
Yes. The hotel is close to Fifth Avenue, so nearby shops and restaurants can be reached on foot.
Is every stay all-inclusive?
No. The hotel has breakfast-only and all-inclusive options. Check the plan on your accommodation confirmation.
Can I leave my bags after check-out?
The hotel has luggage storage before check-in and after check-out. Arrange this with reception and collect your bags before airport pickup.
Is the vehicle shared with other bookings?
No. Your private reservation is for the travelers you include. Contact us before booking if you need another hotel or an extra stop.
Where will I meet the driver at the airport?
Follow the meeting instructions for your terminal in your booking confirmation. Keep your reservation number ready and contact us if you need help.
Can I reserve the hotel-to-airport trip too?
Yes. Choose Round trip for both journeys or Departure for the ride to the airport. Provide your return-flight details when completing the reservation.
What if my flight or hotel changes?
Send us the new details before your trip so we can review the pickup, route and any fare difference. Use the contact details on your confirmation.
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