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Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive

4.0 star property

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Fountain
Property grounds
Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Reception
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • All-inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
Avda. Xaman-Ha, Manzana 3, Lote 4, Condominio Playacar, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
  • Playacar Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Playacar Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Xcaret Eco Theme Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Cozumel, Quintana Roo (CZM-Cozumel Intl.)
    ‪254 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite (C)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, Jetted Tub (C)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (Superior (U))

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, Jetted Tub (M)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite (M)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, Jetted Tub (L)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite (U)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (Superior (L))

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite (L)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (M)

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite (B2C-US)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, Jetted Tub (U)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, Jetted Tub (B2C-US)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (U)

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (E)

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, Jetted Tub (B2C-CA)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite (Superior (E))

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (Superior (E))

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

View all photos for Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite (Superior | B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (Superior | B2C-CA)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, Garden View (M)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, Garden View (M)

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

View all photos for Junior Suite (B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (B2C-US)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (Superior, B2C-US)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (L)

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

View all photos for Junior Suite (Superior | C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (Superior | C)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (C)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Playa del Carmen

With a stay at Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive in Playa del Carmen (Playacar), you'll be a 2-minute drive from Playacar Golf Club and 10 minutes from Xplor Theme Park. .This all-inclusive property is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Playa del Carmen Main Beach and 5 mi (8 km) from Xcaret Eco Theme Park.

What's nearby

  • Playacar Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Playacar Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 12 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Xcaret Eco Theme Park - 13 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosa Roja - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪RIU Yucatan - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Occidental Allegro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pool Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Miyagi - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive

Family fun on the beach, with 4 outdoor pools, near Playacar Golf Club
Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive offers 434 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature 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, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Playa del Carmen property provides 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.

4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a health club, a hot tub, and a sauna.

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

Renova has massage/treatment rooms. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a steam room. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 434 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 complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 4 outdoor swimming pools, a health club, and a sauna. 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 Julian, 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 4 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10:30 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 10:30 AM.
Don Julian - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
La Dolce Vita - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
La Bodega - This restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine. Open daily.
Miyagi - This 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 select beverages included
24-hour room service (limited menu)
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

Snorkeling
Windsurfing

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Dancing
Yoga

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Access to offsite 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, French, German, Italian, 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 uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 6 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar

Restaurants on site

  • Don Julian
  • Krystal
  • La Bodega
  • La Dolce Vita
  • Miyagi

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

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

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • 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

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 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

Reservations are required for 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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Riu Palace
Riu Palace All Inclusive
Riu Palace Mexico
Riu Palace Mexico All Inclusive
Riu Palace Mexico All Inclusive Playa del Carmen
Riu Mexico
Riu Palace Mexico Hotel
Riu Palace Mexico Playa Del Carmen
Riu Palace Playa Del Carmen
Riu Playa Del Carmen
Rui Palace Mexico
Mexico Palace Riu
Hotel Riu Palace Mexico Riviera Maya/Playa Del Carmen
Riu Mexico Inclusive inclusiv

Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 673 out of 1077 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1077 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1077 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1077 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1077 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gulnara

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Matisse

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
What was supposed to be an amazing trip was sadly affected by food poisoning and other unfortunate events. I have been to Mexico, specifically the Playa del Carmen area many times but this was the worst by far. This was supposed to be a very happy and romantic trip as my fiancé had just proposed however on the third day we got terrible food poisoning. This was extremely upsetting as I had spent hours reviewing what I thought was an excellent hotel that was well maintained. From here things only got worse for us. Our room lock was not working and would always flash red when we tried to enter our room. Despite multiple attempts to change key cards and asking for help, no one did anything to fix our situation. Pair this with an upset stomach and needing to get into your room in a hurry and you truly have a nightmare. Not to mention, my finance and I were both so sick and unable to get our own water, we kindly asked staff to bring us some and they refused. My fiancé then attempted to make his way to the front desk to get us water but puked the entire way and had to turn back. We are very upset with our experience and the lack of care from the some of the staff. With that being said, Daniel from the front desk was awesome when we had the privilege of being assisted by him.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

SUKHJIT, Vancouver

Beach access Number of staff
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrin

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

10/10 Excellent

Jef

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fernando was the best ! Tip him when he carries your bags to your room and he'll never forget yoir name!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrin

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

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

10/10 Excellent

Vicente

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Serhiy

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale Frederick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Riu Palace Mexico, was likely one of the nicest, well kept resorts we have been to. Great food , service and staff, excellent entertainment. The room was comfortable and very clean.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana

Travelled with group
It was ,very wonderful vocation!!! Delicious food,beautiful resort,nice and cute people.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
To long of walk to the beach and ocean and pools.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ILIE

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

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5-Star Hotel. Great service and food. Clean rooms and all the facilities. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The staff wasn’t great, actually they were rude. I don’t even do reviews
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. The property was well kept, staff was fantastic and it was a small resort so it was easily walkable for all ages. The beach was stunning with no seaweed and having been to Mexico a bunch, this is a constant issue some places. Again, staff was fantastic and my room was always pristine. We got to know some of the serving staff as we always went to the same table. They were really accommodating, fast and thoughtful…just great people. We brought money specifically for tipping and did so consistently. The staff deserved it. My only few issues were as follows…the beds sucked. Rock hard on top with a weird bounce underneath the hard top. The Japanese Ala carte restaurant was not good but the buffets were consistently excellent. The hallways also need a re-paint. The coffee was also pretty crappy…really bitter. All in all those things were super minor. I’d definitely go back.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If there was ever a stay that was perfect then this was it. The staff were amazing and I mean outstanding, the cleanliness of the hotel was above all my expectations, the food completed the trip superb. I had watched many so call influences rate this hotel and they all missed what this place was about, to truly relax you to the point where you feel completely chilled. Well done Riu Palace.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Michelin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The food felt recycled. Most of it was unflavored and felt like the resort catered more to the Europeans. There were barely any Africans Americans and while were just that, we were told we were making to much noise and had to lower our voices. Meanwhile, the Europeans and their children had no restrictions. This hotel is over priced, especially for the food and entertainment. This RIU did not meet our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast buffet was aweful every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yilmaz

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El personal del lobby (la encargada) completamente grocera e incalificada para servicio al huesped. Nos causaron un incidente muy incomodo por falta de conocimiento de su propio reglamento y uso de instalaciones. El hotel esta demasiado viejo, las albercas de lo viejas que estan se sienten sucias aunque las limpien diario, las habitaciones muy viejas, los colchones horribles y muy viejos, las almohadas muy incomodas y lo peor son sus luces blancas por todo el hotel, tipo de hospital, ultra deprimentes. Lo único rescatable de este hotel es el personal de los restaurantes que es muy profesional y amable asi como la fantástica playa. Pesimo valor por el dinero que cuesta.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Israel

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

10/10 Excellent

Arkadi

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos G

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel. Muy limpio. Habitaciones amplias. Trato excepcional. Excelente al igual que su hermano gemelo RIU PALACE RIVIERA MAYA. Opción gastronómica deliciosa: Jueves de Langosta en el buffet principal. Buenísimo
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ILEANE

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

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024