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
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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Avenida Xaman-ha, Mza 9 and 10, L1, Playacar Riu Resort Complex, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
  • Playacar Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Playacar Golf Club
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cozumel, Quintana Roo (CZM-Cozumel Intl.)
    ‪255 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 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 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, a smoke detector, 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. 1717 out of 2311 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 377 out of 2311 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 2311 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 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

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

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice Staff, Nice property
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nazia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed at RIU resorts before, but this one is by far the best. When we arrived in our room, we were greeted with balloons, desserts, champagne, and a charming note wishing us a happy anniversary. Housekeeping serviced our room daily and sometimes even twice a day. After enjoying the onsite entertainment—which the onsite entertainers work really hard for - we would return to find our room tidied again. I ordered from room service a few times, and there were no extra charges. We had the chance to try 4 out of the 5 specialty restaurants and the buffet, and the food was great with options for everyone. We enjoyed the Japanese & Steakhouse the most. The Gourmet & Italian restaurant were okay. The staff works incredibly hard and consistently checks to ensure guests have everything they need. Staying at the Palace gave us the added perk of being able to visit other RIU properties, which was a bonus. I plan to return with my entire family next year. Thank you, RIU and team, for your heartwarming hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was amazing in all areas. I would highly recommend t and will stay again if we return to this area.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherryl

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We travelled for a family vacation with our immediate family and extended family. We were a party of 20 raining in age from 16 months to 65 years. This hotel was perfect for everyone! The rooms were spacious and comfortable. The property was large enough to have excellent amenities but totally walkable from room to dinner to pools to beach. Food was excellent and the staff at the hotel were amazing. The grounds were immaculate (pool area, beach, rooms, pool washrooms, restaurants were all super clean) The resort said they were sold out but it didn’t seem overcrowded or crazy busy. We were always able to find loungers by the pool with no problem Entertainment was great every evening and lots to keep busy with during the day as well. We loved being able to walk easily (by beach or street) to the shops in Playacar and also to Playa Del Carmen. The location was so perfect. Absolutely recommend this resort to anyone.

8/10 Good

Susana, Tustin

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs to improve the quality and variety of food for a top hotel. The meat was dried, some of the desserts didn’t taste fresh and some vegetables over cooked. We have been in different high end hotels and the food was not as expected in this Riu Palace Riviera Maya. Other than that, everything was very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena, CORONA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric Michael

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhe

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

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

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

10/10 Excellent

Hongmei

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

8/10 Good

Joey Ferreira

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

10/10 Excellent

Gheorghe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
there isn't any shopping and the entertainment not too good.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mihneta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yilmaz

Disliked: Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms and grounds. Layout a little odd for a family of 4 with the bathtub in the middle of the room and two beds pushed together then a cot added but the beds were comfortable. Dining was good. The only thing we wished for was more for the kids to do but that was our error in booking.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time! Amazing staff and service, very clean and beautiful. Beach is wonderful, staff really go above and beyond to make your stay comfortable. Would definitely recommend and come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nasir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent resort. Good dining options and very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicacion!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shahezad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service by all the employees at the hotel. We were very well taken care of.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ozhen, Kamloops

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

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024