Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive

4.0 star property

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

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

With a stay at Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive in Playa del Carmen (Playacar), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Quinta Avenida and Playacar Golf Club. .This all-inclusive property is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Playa del Carmen Main Beach and 5 mi (8.1 km) from Xplor Theme Park.

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

Family fun on the beach, with outdoor pool, near Playacar Golf Club
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.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 460 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a nightclub, a health club, and an outdoor pool. This Art Deco property also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
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.

Grab a bite at Don Rafael, one of the property's 6 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 5 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 11:00 AM.

Featured amenities include limo/town car service, a computer station, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 11:00 AM.
Don Rafael - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Il Portico - This theme restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Agave - This theme restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Yashima - This theme restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Krystal - This restaurant specializes in Fusion cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

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.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers
Meals and beverages at companion properties

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorized water sports are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkeling
Windsurfing

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Water fitness

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Access to onsite nightclubs
Onsite live performances

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

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free covered self-parking on site
  • On-site 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 a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Don Rafael
  • Il Portico
  • Agave
  • Yashima
  • Krystal

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bike storage
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • A hot tub
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Corner/local shop
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Corner/local shop

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - on the beach
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Beach towels
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Renovated entire property – December 2019
  • TV in lobby
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra 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 33.94 per accommodation, per night

We have included 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
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

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times, 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
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

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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

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

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been coming here for 10 years every year. This is my go-to hotel for me and my family. Everything you can ask for. Cleanliness, friendly staff, location is close to downtown, and much more. Thank you to the hotel and stuff for always making sure our stay is a good one.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie, Bradenton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and service were all wonderful. Our room was always cleaned spotless. Always had access to beach and pool loungers. Incredible for the price!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024