Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront property near Playa del Carmen Main Beach

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Fountain
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels
6 restaurants, breakfast, dinner served; Italian cuisine
Reception
Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

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

Room options

Suite (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub (C)

  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Superior (U))

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub (M)

  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (M)

  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub (L)

  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Superior (L))

  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (L)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 501 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (M)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (B2C-US)

  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub (U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub (B2C)

  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (U)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(78 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (E)

  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, Jetted Tub (B2C-CA)

  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Superior (E))

  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Superior | B2C-CA)

  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Garden View (M)

  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C)

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite (Superior, B2C-US)

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite (L)

  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Superior | C)

  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite Junior with Garden View

  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Suite Junior

  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Suite Junior

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Suite Deluxe

  • 505 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3

Room Superior

  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Suite Deluxe

  • 505 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

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. Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha and Playacar Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Playacar Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Playacar Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Quinta Avenida - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Xcaret Eco Theme Park - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Viva Wyndham Maya - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Terraza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar Arrecife - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪rosa roja - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Turquesa - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive

4-star beachfront property near Playa del Carmen Main Beach
Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - 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 Mexico - All Inclusive offers its guests a full-service spa, 4 outdoor swimming pools, a health club, and a hot tub. There are 6 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 4 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a meeting room and limo/town car service. A children's pool, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Playa del Carmen property.

  • 1 building
  • 434 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 6 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
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.

Renova has massage/treatment rooms. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a steam room. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 6 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar

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 motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • 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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant 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 50.91 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 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
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. 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. 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 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.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive to the airport?

Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive is 19.9 mi (254-min drive) away from the Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive?

As of Sep 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive on Sep 30, 2025 start from $226.74, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive.

How close is Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive to the beach?

This property is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive offer free breakfast?

Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive?

No, there is no casino at this property, but Riviera Gran Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive?

This property offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive have a pool?

Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive features 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 6 restaurants on site.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Renova, where you can enjoy massages.

How close is Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive to downtown Playa del Carmen?

Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive is 2 mi away from Playa del Carmen.

Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 656 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1012 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SARITA HEATHERLY, Spruce Pine

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

ALVARO, bronx

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfort=exellent Staff=amazing Food=exellent Service=exellent Lobby area= not appealing to Mexican culture Feel cold
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria del Carmen, Tomball

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
M
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

emilia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Chad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not like the last RIu we stayed at. This was a little more of a let down then the other.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo Garcia

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ricky

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach was nice when we went not too much seaweed
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale, PALM HARBOR

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed almost everything about our week long stay at the Riu Palace Mexico. Excellent food and amenities, beautiful beachfront with hundreds of beach lounges. There were tons of sargassum along the shore but that has been an issue for years in Playa del Carmen for years. The only real complaint I have is the size of the toilet area. I am 6'2" and it's very uncomfortable to use. Would I return to Riu Palace for another stay? Yes. All in all we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milivoje, Las vegas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, like any other Riu property. You can't go wrong.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ralph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Property was comfortable and calming. However, there wasn’t many activities or things to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marco, Conroe

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property. Good service inside the hotel except the beach (just a couple of waiters and took a while to see them come back). Beach is awesome, one of the widest beachfront areas with at least 100ft (30m) . Unfortunately seaweeds were terrible during our stay, affecting all resorts. Food is decent for an all inclusive. The specialty restaurants are a bit too small and not too upscale, could get the same or similar food in the daily dinner buffet. Night shows were nice, good dancers and singers. During the day not too many activities for teenagers and kids though, this property definitely falls short on that one. Regarding room cleaning service it was outstanding with plenty of clean towels everyday! Enjoyed my time in the hotel but I don’t think I would come back. Recommendable for couples looking for a relaxed environment, specially +55 yrs old.
Bar (being in the water here is not allowed btw)
Room 18
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamela

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

shane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service and facilities were excellent we will be back again. I highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Mario

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived and got the room it smelled moldy and we spoke with a person at the hotel about it and we had two people come and one sprayed a scent and a maintenance to look at the ac unit and after couple days more it started again to smell I’m not one to complain but we could smell the mold and the food a lot of it was under cooked and need to improve on the food and have more authentic Mexican with taste and have some one make tortilla by hand it make things a lot better I was disappointed with food options breakfast was very good and lunch and dinner was not pleasant and the staff and service we had server by the pool he was very polite and friendly and our server for breakfast one lady she was very nice I can’t remember their names and you had some other people that just weren’t friendly at all and especially scuba carbie they will sell you whatever they want for trips and not care to speak to you again and ask about your experience the sales would not even look at us after we came back and the day later why would you have a company like that on your property it’s not customer friendly I have been going RIU for some years now Cancun, Cabo and now Playa del Carmen it’s left a bad impression on me I’m considering using another hotel but I will give another chance when we come back I hope things can change for my next visit
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amalia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good time
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alma R, El Paso

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the property location. The team is absolutely outstanding. The food is really good. Rooms are immaculate.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Venera

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Johnatan

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I've been to this property in two separate occasions in 2019 and 2022. The property has changed a lot. Everything is beautiful, but when you look at certain things again, like fans just to give a simple example, you can tell they haven't cleaned them in years. The major problem at this Riu is the food. It is inedible. The food was so bad that my family including my kid had food poisoning which basically ruined the entired vacation. The amenities are great, but if you can't trust the all-inclusive food and it will actually make you sick, then it doesn't matter how beautiful or how nice the administrators of this hotel are to you. They should have given us a return of our money given that that thanks to their awful food we weren't able to enjoy our stay. I hope they can go back to how they were in terms of food. You can also tell some of the pools were dated and required attention.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

We have been to Riu 5x and every time the staff goes above and beyond for guest. The food is amazing the rooms are very clean. The beach is also kept up and staff are out all day asking if you need anything. H
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and beautiful resort, was the most relaxing place I’ve ever stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025