Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront property near Playa del Carmen Main Beach

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Coffee shop
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Aerial view
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
    All-inclusive
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Room service
    Room service

Explore the area

Map
Avenida Xaman-ha, Mza 9 and 10, L1, Playacar Riu Resort Complex, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
  • Mayan Ruins of Playacar
    5 min walk
  • Playacar Beach
    8 min walk
  • Xaman Ha Aviary
    12 min walk
  • Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo (PCM)
    7 min drive

Room options

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (U)

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CAN)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Superior, L)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | U)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (L)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Garden View (M)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (L)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (M)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Superior | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite (L)

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (M)

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (C)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (E)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Superior | C)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (C)

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite (B2C-CAN)

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Superior | C)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (U)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (E)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Superior | B2C-CAN)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Suite (C)

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-CAN)

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (C)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Superior B2C-US)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (B2C-US)

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Superior, U)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-US)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the area

Playa del Carmen

Beachfront retreat .Your stay at this Playacar property places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida. Mayan Ruins of Playacar and Playacar Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Playacar Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Playacar Golf Club - 1 min drive - 0.3 km
  • Quinta Avenida - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 8 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Occidental Allegro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pool Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Don Rafael - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sports Bar Allegro Playacar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Turquesa - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive

4-star beachfront property near Playa del Carmen Main Beach
Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There are 6 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 5 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a nightclub, and a spa tub are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive was completed in December 2019.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Playa del Carmen property.

  • 1 building
  • 460 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 6 dining venues
  • 5 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2006
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive offers 460 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of towels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Renova Spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a spa tub.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM–11:00 AM
  • 6 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 5 bars/lounges, 1 swim-up bar and 1 poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bike storage
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Spa tub
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Dryer
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Turndown service
  • Water-efficient showers only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive

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:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 32.57 per accommodation, per night

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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU).

Due to Mexican government regulations, Riu Hotels and Resorts will no longer exchange US dollars for Mexican pesos at their properties located in Mexico.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the property before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1703 out of 2311 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 392 out of 2311 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 2311 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 2311 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 2311 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

patrich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoy the property.The staff was amazing.The food was good.The beach was beautiful and the pools were nice and the drinks were strong
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kristy, Wichita

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Riu palace peninsula last year for 3 nights and we loved it, so decided to take my family (group of 10)to this Riu this year. He had the higher expectations due to the higher reviews they had. Unfortunately, we had the mix feelings at this place. The pools were too small for the size of this resort, the room was small with kinda see through shower (not convenient if you travelled with kids). They didn't have music at the pools. The service was overall great, except maybe 1 guy at Asian restaurant was kinda rude. The entertainments were ok. The lobby was good with A.C. The beach was horrible, we couldnt swim at all. They have the huge and pretty landscapes, but I wished they had used it to build another pools instead. Overall, it was ok trip, but I wont come back to this resort or this area anymore. Good luck !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I had a great experience at this RIU property. Everything was perfect we will come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sameh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly workers. Food was good and have different varieties. Hotel is very clean . Polite workers and helpful. Lacks night life at hotel and the programs are boring. They could use different programs where they can make it more fun and adults oriented
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic experience. The staff was amazing and very attentive. The only hiccup was I requested a double bed for my daughter and I but was given a single. It was corrected but we had to bounce around rooms the first two days. We still think highly of this resort.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I went to this resort for our honeymoon and we absolutely fell in love with it!! He wants to go back again next year. The resort was even more beautiful in person than the pictures which were already so beautiful. From the drive up, to the restaurants, to the pool and beach areas everything was amazing to look at. Our room was cleaned every morning to perfection! Dinner was our favorite! We always had great options to choose from. The one thing that really topped our experience off was the service from those that work there! Everyone was so nice and constantly made sure we had exactly what we needed! Two servers we had from the time we got there to the time we left were Lorenzo and Oscar. They made sure we were in their sections every day and we felt so taken care of each time. They became more like friends of ours by the end. Lorenzo went above and beyond for us our last morning before we left by surprising us with a table set up just for us with flowers, sparkles, and mimosas for breakfast! We 10/10 recommend vacationing at this resort and even more recommend receiving service from Lorenzo and Oscar if you have the opportunity! They will not disappoint!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hasan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful! It was about a 20 minute walk into town. I would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Khristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staff at the buffet restaurant were exceptional. entertainment during day and night made our stay more fun as well….
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

sam

Travelled with family
The reception manger Megal was the best help ever , Thank you Megal
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nos encanto todo!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so friendly , I had a wonderful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always an incredible experience staying at RIU
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joahna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all inclusive very nice views , very elegant looking , when in the middle of august not too hot but still hot . service ,workers are excellent , beach is beautiful, only thing is the food is not good… people all around the world come to this hotel so I understand why the food can be likable to someone but coming from Chicago , the food wasn’t that good,but can’t really find anything around good that Ik of , but the food gets the job done I guess , drinks were excellent as well
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was wonderful! We love Riu!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Silvana Elena Oropeza de

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and drink options, excellent service, neat rooms. Can improve quality of night entertainment (been in other Riu hotels and the night shows on this hotel were just ok). Pool was too hot (need to work on shade, also water depth is too shallow and that is a factor on pool temperature)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Macias Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only thing I didn’t like is when you coming back late for any activities there was not many chose for a late dinner. The 24 long room the nachos was not good or any of the options. I would like to see an improvement next time that I will visit the Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya. I recommend the Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya to family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and cleanliness of the facility. When there is no activities at the pool, playing music would be nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and well maintained
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
RIU Palace Riviera Maya showed me the best vacation of my life! The staff was the most kind and attentive group of people I’ve ever encountered. Other than the steak house, the restaurants and buffets served high quality delicious food. The room was clean and spacious. The beach setting was convenient and beautiful. We will certainly return!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dhaval

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josefina

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Salvador

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lane Wyatt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful service, the place was constantly emaculent with excellent options for food, and activities. Won’t book any other Resort but RIU for our future travels!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024