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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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-CA)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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-CA)

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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-CA)

  • 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-CA)

  • 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 Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach. Mayan Ruins of Playacar and Playacar Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

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

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 hot 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 hot 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
  • Hot 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 at the property
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 33.94 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. 1711 out of 2303 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 2303 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 2303 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 2303 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 2303 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

Renae Elizabeth

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

AMY, BRANDON

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yisell Villalobos

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Excellent service! Very family oriented.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent —only one thing that need for improvement is the gym area. Equipments some are old and not working . . I really loved this Hotel, for sure I am coming back..
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is gorgeous. It reminds me of a more modern Taj Mahal. It is licated in a VERY safe and upscale closed condominium with many other hotels and upscale homes. It is also only 1 hr from Cancun and 1 hr from Tulum. I recommend renting a car so you can visit these other locations. The hotel has somwthing for everyone. Fun events for young crowds, but also families, for partying guests, to more quiet ones. The lobby is impressive but they should invest in aromas to greet you rather than a slightly musty smell. The layout of the hotel and the rooms is wonderful and inviting. The quality of the food was not great, especially, the buffet with quantity but not great quality....much of the cooked food looked uninviting and as if it had sat there for hours which was steange as it was a busy buffet. You do get several options for restaurants on the property (Buffet, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, Steakhouse). You also can visit some of ots close by sister hotels. We were 2 afult women and loved sraying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Flavio

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really love the Property, staff, entertainments.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Israel Carmona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a wonderfull plage to relax !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Araceli C

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo está excelente la propiedad los trabajadores muy buena comida y el servicio excelente,sólo vi un problema el piso está muy resbaloso en los pasillos
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marija

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Chek in time was at 3pm we didn’t get a room to 5pm we arrived in hotel at 12 they told us they gonna let us in around 2:30 When we come to ask for room they tell us room is not ready they cleaning We was extremely tired we had long flight And our room supposed to be pool view they give us room with no views at all We had views on back of hotel some really bad views Food was horrible we never experienced that and expect from Riu We constantly ordered food from outside resort bcs taste was so bad we purchased all inclusive packages but we really didn’t get any of that bcs of food taste and quality resorts like Riu should have better food choices and quality Two days was raining so bad resorts was so bad. No activities no music nothing was very depressing We were literally forced to lock ourselves in the room and do nothing Ppl on reception didn’t even answer the phone for 3 days I try to get extra blanket bcs we were so cold they never bring it When was our time to check out we asked to chek out at 1pm instead of 12 they say ok no problem But at 12 they start to knock on doors and 3 ppl show up and said we have to leave and they have to clean the room they have guests coming we told them that we spoke with front desk and they know that we are going to stay extra 30 min later they come again and say that we have to leave 12:45 we were out of the room We go on front desk to check out They tell us 400$ pesos we have to pay bcs we stay extra
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shahram

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive and courteous staff. Food and services were great.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is exactly as it’s called. It’s a palace in my opinion the nicest hotel in Mexico. The staff was extremely friendly willing to help attentive and everyone spoke English… The grounds themselves were clean. Bathrooms were clean… Many options on dining that there are different restaurants that you can go to and not just eat the buffet…… The buffet for breakfast and lunch was OK a lot of options to choose from… We’ll definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yarbul, Miami

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Justin Stuart, Georgetown

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel, beach, and grounds were beautiful. The rooms were nice and spacious. The food was mediocre at best, the buffet was better than the restaurants!! Beer, wine and liquor choices were poor. Cocktails were limited. We took shots of Patron Silver one night, which I drink at home, it was not Patron Silver! The bar tenders and servers were generally attentive if you tipped them. Entertainment was ok. Overall it was an ok experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline Di

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property! Perfect location
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Shadae

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay will go again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose De Jesus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
The staff were very nice, friendly and very helpful. Clean atmosphere and some good menu options. Overall great experience should recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francisco O

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ebony Elise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and luxurious in every way. The views from every angle were spectacular and the food was absolutely scrumptious. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Clifton

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

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo Antonio Vanegas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
I love everything plus the people who working over there they are very friendly and professional .they treat us like a king
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great all inclusive
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024