Located in Playa del Carmen (Playacar), Iberostar Waves Tucán - All Inclusive is within a 10-minute drive of Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal and Quinta Avenida. .This all-inclusive property is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Playa del Carmen Main Beach and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Mamitas Beach.
What's nearby
Quinta Avenida - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Xplor Theme Park - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
Xcaret Eco Theme Park - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
Getting around
Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
Festival Grand Buffet - 8 min walk
Rosa Roja - 5 min walk
El Gaucho Steakhouse - 5 min walk
Cupcake Cafe - 6 min walk
RIU Yucatan - 7 min walk
About this property
Iberostar Waves Tucán - All Inclusive
Luxury property on the beach, with 4 outdoor pools
Iberostar Waves Tucán - All Inclusive offers 350 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts, a sauna, and a fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The onsite spa has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.
Make yourself at home in one of the 350 air-conditioned rooms featuring free minibar items and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 4 outdoor swimming pools, outdoor tennis courts, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this property include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
This property is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.
Satisfy your appetite with Japanese cuisine at Bonsai, one of the property's 8 restaurants. Visit one of the 5 bars/lounges, 2 beach bars, and 2 poolside bars for a refreshing drink.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Event facilities at this property consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Bonsai - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required.
Mare Nostrum - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Uxmal Restaurante - This restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
La Hacienda - This restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Tulum - This buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
All-inclusive details
This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).
Gratuities and taxes
Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Smooth flooring in room
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
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3 floors
Banquet hall
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Dining table
Free stocked minibar
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Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Composting
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Iron/ironing board on request
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 50.91 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
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Iberostar Waves Tucán - All Inclusive Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The happiness start when we upgrade our room to oceanfront, wonderful view in the morning with amazing sunrise. Friendly front desk . You can feel short staff everywhere in restaurant, bars, walking areas . Deficient of variety food, Restaurants starts at 8 AM. Jungle garden with animals wonderful for kids. This resort only for families, not for Single people.
This was an absolutely amazing resort. We visited during spring break. It was well balanced with nature with a portion in a jungle setting, a beautiful large beach, and a huge pool. Beach chairs all had umbrellas unlike some resorts. The Wild Beach was a moderate walk down the shore. Great buffets as well as several specialty restaurants. We were happy with every one. Many different bar areas, a pool bar, and bars at the beach. A lot of different activities happening each day. Our son was able to have interaction with the wild monkeys that live here which was his favorite memory. You will not be disappointed booking your vacation here. Perfect for a family trip. It will please everyone.
Nice , family oriented resort , lots of kids , food was good , little old rooms but location and jungles and animals it was very cool but peacocks gets a little noisy ( mate season) , stuff is amazing , Thanks Daniel
Good experience
I was at the Tucan, room 1727: this room faces a nearby property, their air condition unit or pool filter engine is directly across, behind the property wall, so there is a constant loud noise coming from there. As a consequence, it was unpleasant being on the balcony or even keeping the sliding door open for fresh air. I did point out this issue to the concierge, but the answer was a cold and careless :it does not depend on us".
Gorgeous property lots to see. Beautiful pathways, pool is deep and clean, lots to see lots to do. Food was better than other hotel chains. No one out of four of us got sick. Hotel staff was friendly and helpful. Only downside was getting woken up daily around 8:00am/9:00am by house keeping. We didn’t have a do not disturb tag for our door. We asked for one from house keeping and front desk but one never arrived in our room.
Everything was great. When we first arrived it was still early before check in, but we were able eat at the buffet and then continue check in afterwards. This was definitely helpful after a long trip. The whole staff was friendly. It is a smaller hotel which I loved because I could easily get from one place to another without a huge walk. Be ready to encounter many animals and hear them at night.
The food was extraordinary. The staff very helpful. At a lunch buffet a chef walked by and I asked if they had their ceviche that day, he said no but asked where I was seated and said he would see what he could do. 10 minutes later he brought me a plate of ceviche well presented ringed with fresh lime and cucumber and tortilla chips!
We had a wonderful relaxing experience at this resort. The gardens were exceptional and our children thoroughly enjoyed rhe seeing the local wild monkeys.
First time in Riviera Maya. LOVED our stay at the Iberostar Waves Tucan (essentially the same place as Waves Quetzal). Resort was absolutely beautiful. The jungle was filled with wildlife. Our jungle facing room was visited by spider monkeys every afternoon. So cool! The room itself was fine but on the small side. Not a biggie for us. The beds were comfortable and the a/c worked well. Water pressure was occasionally an issue. The beach and pool area was fantastic. Plenty of places to lounge. Appreciated that they “policed” people who put their stuff out early to “save” lounge chairs. My whole family thought the food was fantastic. So much to choose from. Particularly enjoyed the hibachi restaurant and the breakfast buffets. Service across the board was great. Can’t single out anybody because they were all wonderful. Was not an issue for us, but if you have mobility issues, some of the walking paths are slippery and uneven. Gym/ fitness area was small and if you are a serious tennis player, the courts are soft and spongy. Evening entertainment was ok. Fire show on beach cut short due to rain- bummer. Cab into Playa del Carmen $20 round trip. Super fun! Shopped, enjoyed street entertainers and had a great dinner. Felt completely safe. Generally a wonderful trip. If you are expecting Four Seasons- this isn’t it. If you want a nice, affordable, Mexican vacation in the jungle with an awesome stretch of beach, you could do a lot worse!
Zachary
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anthony
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
We were not happy with our room when we first arrived. It was old and dark and so humid even with the air on that the sheets were wet. We upgraded, for a price of course, and the new room was 100 times better and made our stay enjoyable. We are mom, daughter and 2 year old twins. We always felt safe and the girls enjoyed the kids pool and slides. The staff was awesome and is what really made the trip for us. Food was ok, the beach is beautiful but there was a lot of seaweed which we expected. Pool is very big and clean with a lot of loungers available. It’s cool to see the peacocks, monkeys and other animals at the resort.
I loved the jungle environment maintained on the property! Gives you that tropical feel! Property could use music at swim up bar area as it is somewhat removed from main pool entertainment area.