Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive

4.0 star property

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Fountain
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Aerial view
Lobby
Coffee shop

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 Golf Club
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Playacar Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cozumel, Quintana Roo (CZM-Cozumel Intl.)

Room options

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 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, Connecting Rooms (L)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Double Beds

Junior Suite (L)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Garden View (M)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 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)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (C)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (E)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 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)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (U)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(246 reviews)
  • 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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Suite (C)

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

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

Junior Suite, Ocean View (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 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)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(54 reviews)
  • 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 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Playacar Beach and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Playa del Carmen Main Beach.

What's nearby

  • Playacar Golf Club - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playacar Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Quinta Avenida - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Occidental Allegro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wyndham 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 transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • 6 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

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

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2006
  • 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
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Dryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

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 56.57 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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. 1766 out of 2376 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 391 out of 2376 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 2376 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 2376 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 2376 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing time. The entertainment team was beyond fun n funny. I had a blast.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pavel Nikolayevich, Minnetonka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria Ann

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lance, Downers Grove

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is the worst...
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about it. Wish maybe there was more of a food room service option.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
property has been well maintained but the ac units still an issue. Stayed here for 5 years in a row and switched hotels for a while. Decided to try again and same issue. We were finally able to switch rooms on third night and better but first two nights were rough Drinks horrible. Food pretty good for all inclusive but drinks really bad at any bar.. ended up not getting anymore and just eating there
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charity

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay! We really enjoyed the daytime, pool activities, extensive buffet options and having access to shaded areas around the pool. The beach was beautiful, although covered in seaweed and eroded from a previous storm, the nighttime and entertainment was always a hit!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kostadin A., Gurnee

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Third consecutive year, everything was amazing. The Queen show could improve .
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

rene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is awesome! The place was very clean but starting show its age in spots. Overall best resort I have stayed at
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

GARY, COLLIERVILLE

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beaches, family friendly, clean, great friendly staff, prompt to needs, great food and choices, beautiful property-highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
enjoy and relax
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was a solid 7/10 but would have been higher if the food was better. The buffets were always fresh but the restaurants were sub par (like dont waste your time...with the exception of Krystal fusion. Pools were clean. No top shelf alcohol. Had a variety of pools close together so options were good and you could choose from the party pool,volleyball pool which was more quiet pool. Towels on chairs in the morning is required if you are a big group but there always seemed to be somewhere if you got going by 10 (even on march break). Beach was nice but only had palm trees for shade. Water was beautiful and had seaweed come on shore a couple of days...but nothing to stress over. You could walk the beach to Playa del Carman but would not recommend being out at night. Easy 10 dollar cab ride into Playa del Carman to shop. The hotel is in a gated community so we felt safe going for a run every morning on the road as the beach was not very flat. Rooms were clean but privacy in bathroom was limited. Beds were OK (firm) and the sheets were clean but nothing to write home on comfort. Recommend mattress toppers and better pillows. Riu Neon party is fun on Friday night. The hotel itself is really pretty. It looks like you are on a grand cruise ship. All in all wont necessarily go back but we were happy with our trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sherien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful property with great beachfront and a walkable beach in both directions and you felt safe walking on the sidewalk. Having access to other resorts was great since one had tennis, basketball and pickleball that this resort did not. Food and drinks were amazing, and I liked not having to make a reservation at the specialty restaurants. Nightly entertainment was good too. Staff were friendly, attentive and it was very clean. Halls can be a bit noisy at nighttime, but if you aren't facing the centre, the outside is quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor V

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms was far from beach , restaurants…
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Property was immaculate, and staff was attentive, responsive in all areas, including dining housekeeping and front desk. The extra activities, such as water aerobics, and poolside games were super fun. The beach had a splendid breeze. Very impressed with the quality of everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade, Germantown

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great and the food is really good. My only complaint is the bed which was much too soft for be but besides this everything else was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enriched on the beach and other staff were excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is excellent, beautiful property, good food and friendly staff. They really try hard to please. It can get a bit noisy around midday but then again March is high season; the hotel was full.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025