Avenida Xaman-ha, Mza 9 and 10, L1, Playacar Riu Resort Complex, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
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, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 50 min drive
Cozumel, Quintana Roo (CZM-Cozumel Intl.) - 12.3 miles/19.7 km
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
At Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach massages, volleyball and sunloungers, plus you'll only be a five-minute drive from Quinta Avenida. The outdoor pool is perfect for guests looking for a bit of fun, while those in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps and reflexology. Don Rafael, one of 6 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this all-inclusive property include 5 bars/lounges, a nightclub and a free kid's club. Fellow travellers love the pool and helpful staff.
All-inclusive
This property is all-inclusive. On-site 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-motorised water sports are included.
Water activities
Kayaking
Snorkelling
Windsurfing
Land activities
Fitness facilities
Volleyball
Lessons/classes/games
Aerobics
Water fitness
Entertainment
On-site entertainment and activities
Access to on-site nightclubs
On-site live performances
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
460 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Free children's club
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free covered on-site self-parking
On-site parking includes off-street options
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–11:00 AM
6 restaurants
5 bars/lounges
Poolside bar
Swim-up bar
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Free children's club
Children's pool
Playground
Local/corner shop
Children's games
What to do
On the beach
Beach volleyball
Kayaking
Sailing
Scuba diving
Snorkelling
Windsurfing
Shopping
Bike rentals nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Bike storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2006
ATM/banking
Garden
Television in common areas
Health club
Adjacent to a golf course
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Nightclub
Hot tub
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local culture and ecosystem education
100% renewable energy
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Closed-captioned TV
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Dryer
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Rainfall shower heads
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Phone
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Spa
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.
Dining
Don Rafael – This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Il Portico – This theme restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.
Agave – This theme restaurant specialises in Mexican cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.
Yashima – This theme restaurant specialises in Japanese cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.
Krystal – This restaurant specialises in Fusion cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Travelife – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 32.57 per accommodation, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive?
No, this property doesn't have a casino, but Riviera Gran Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, sailing and windsurfing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive also has 5 bars, a nightclub and an outdoor pool, as well as a sauna, a health club and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive?
Yes, there are 6 on-site restaurants, featuring Italian cuisine.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive like?
Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive is a short 8-minute walk from Playacar Beach and 5 minutes' walk from Mayan Ruins of Playacar. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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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
6/10 Good
8 Jan 2025
Gerardo
Gerardo, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
6 Jan 2025
The Staff is very selective
The staff is very selective to provide a good service to you. If you don't look American (Caucasian), do not expect a good service, even though you are American!
Wors thing! I mentioned something to this lady Lupita! at the front desk when I was doing the check out, and she just say: Oh, I didn't know that.
That was it!
Gerardo
Gerardo, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Oct 2024
Excelente Resort
Excelente estancia! Staff increíble comida excelente! Sin lugar a dudas volveré a hospedarme con riu palace Riviera maya! Si estás dudando dónde quedarte en Playa del Carmen esta es tu mejor opción
Alejandro
Alejandro, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Oct 2024
Área externa espetacular!
Hotel antigo, porém reformado, com quartos agradáveis. Decoração retrô de hall de entrada e acessos principais, o que dá um aspecto visual muito poluído. Hotel com acessibilidade. Tratamento impecável. Alimentação variada e muito boa. Equipe de "outros-serviços" sensacional, com várias atividades para todas as idades. Festas ótimas. O local é um pouco afastado do aeroporto e a estrada não é muito boa. A área externa é espetacular! O hotel possui SIM elevador, diferente do que foi informado no site Hoteis.com. Outro ponto que o site oferece é um crédito de US$ 850,00 por quarto para o uso em serviços durante a estadia. NÂO são créditos, são descontos na compra de serviços no hotel - o que achei super enganoso!!!
Ana Paula
Ana Paula, 6-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
Conrad
Conrad, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Oct 2024
Never disappointed with the Riu Resorts. Everyone was so kind and friendly. The place was spotless, someone was always cleaning. Every restaurant was also amazing, staff, cleanliness and quality of food.
Eva
Eva, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
10 Oct 2024
Jennifer
Jennifer, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Oct 2024
Ruslana
Ruslana, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Oct 2024
Julian
Julian, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Oct 2024
Incredible service, one of the best stays I had at a Riu and have have stay in several different Rius.
Aloysius
Aloysius, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct 2024
Service was good, and food very good too
SILVIA
SILVIA, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct 2024
Always a great stay here! We have stayed here 5 times and enjoy it every single time. The property is beautiful and well maintained. The rooms are lovely. The staff is welcoming and bend over backwards to serve their guests. Never a bad experience at any riu property. Shout out to Carlos at breakfast and lunch buffets, David at the pool bar, and Claudia at the lobby bar for ALWAYS going above and beyond to take care of us! Always welcomed with a smile and needs anticipated by this staff! Was sad to leave!
Tara
Tara, 8-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct 2024
THERE AREA NOT BUSES BETWEEN RIU HOTELS
Williams
Williams, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2024
I would like to recognize Adriana the bartender for her fast good customer service.
The cocktails as Margaritas and Miami base were too sweet and short of alcohol.
In general I highly recomend this hotel.
LENDY TRUJILLO
LENDY TRUJILLO, 7-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2024
One of the best resorts I have ever stayed at.
Ubaid
Ubaid, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Oct 2024
Amazing experience and the service absolute awesome
Raul
Raul, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Oct 2024
Will be coming back!
Jason
Jason, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Oct 2024
Celebrated my husband’s 50th birthday with family. It was there first time in Mexico and now they want to come back every 6 months. Hospitality at Riu from the front desk to cleaning staff is amazing. Everyone was happy to help and make sure we had an amazing stay. Room we were in had a bath tub that my husband use daily to relax after “tough” day at the sea and “battling” culinary masterpieces. Beach had plenty of shade and beach chairs to relax. We were never wanting for anything. We spent most of the time on the beach and we had a best waiter Enrique that was always happy to help and bring any drinks that we asked for. Our favorite was natural Strawberry drink. We will definitely come back to Riu Palace Riviera Maya
Jasmina
Jasmina, 7-night family trip
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4/10 Fair
2 Oct 2024
This resort focuses mainly on the appearance of the resort they keep it in optimal condition but they lack in customer service and some employees are racists against their own people see you Mexican and they mistreat you . How sad. I will spend my money in Europe and other places in my future vacations
LeAni
LeAni, 9-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Sep 2024
I like the property because it was a very beautiful design.Was very, very clean, everything, spark.And I think I live for ten days in queen palace
Andrea
Andrea, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Sep 2024
Amazing place. Don't believe the bad reviews. The resort is very clean. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed very well. All the staff were very polite and attentive. The room was very comfortable and clean. The food was varied and there are activities every day at the resort. I took a notes the names of some of the staff and I want to commend them for their excellent service. Jose the night waiter, Joe the aqua gym instructor, Emanuel Italian restaurant, Jose and Erick from the Steak restaurant, German from the bar, Antenor and Antonio at breakfast, all 10/10, including the housekeeping staff. I don't have everyone's names, but we were treated very well by everyone. We will definitely be back. We highly recommend it.
Newton
Newton, 5-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Sep 2024
Our stay was great. Hotel is lovely, food options are fantastic and varied. The service is absolutely fantastic, and above and beyond. The hotel is large and expansive, and the rooms can be far back from the beach/pools. Entertainment isn’t the most dynamic that we’ve seen, but the fitness options were great.
One thing of note is that the soundproofing isn’t really there- so it can be a noisy stay. It felt like the cleaning of rooms was happening all the time, hearing furniture being moved around. Also noisy guests in the halls very late at night. But we felt well rested regardless. The beach and water are fantastic and all the crew worked so hard to make the stay fantastic.
Juan
Juan, 7-night family trip
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6/10 Good
28 Sep 2024
Food was limited and the shows were great. Room load out was not great.