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
Jetted tub
Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
4 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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

Room options

Suite (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 506 sq ft
  • 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
(14 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 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
  • 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)

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

Suite (B2C-US)

  • 506 sq ft
  • 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
(77 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (E)

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

Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, Jetted Tub (B2C-CA)

  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Superior (E))

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

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Superior | B2C-CA)

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Garden View (M)

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

Junior Suite (Superior | C)

  • 420 sq ft
  • 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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite Junior

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite Junior

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite Deluxe

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Room Superior

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite Deluxe

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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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 Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach. 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
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Xcaret Eco Theme Park - 11 min drive - 4.4 miles

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
  • ‪Wyndham Pool Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Miyagi - ‬3 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.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 56.57 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.

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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 Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive on Jun 25, 2025 start from $277.64, 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. 633 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1004 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

8/10 Good

Kathleen McGowan

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beach, beautiful grounds. The rooms are a bit dated and the food was ‘mid’.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thank You To Rui Mexico!

Our family vacation could not have been more perfect from beginning to end! The poolside staff, as well as, evening shows made us smile with joy! The accommodations, hotel staff, buffets of such a variety, restaurants, the grounds, I could go on & on. Thank you from my family of 7 as we loved every minute! You all made it a vacation of a lifetime! Sending ❤️ to all!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

IRINA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. Property was very well kept and amazing location. Food was excellent. Really happy with my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
This property is in need of room updates
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about our trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora

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

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great beach. Fun entertainment. Loved Alex, the fitness instructor. Rooms need serious updating.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time at the resort with my 4 children. Clean, well maintained and well staffed resort with a lot of different things to do for all age groups. The beach was beautiful with plenty of chairs, no seaweed or rocks. Servers at the buffet were amazing, friendly, courteous and efficient. Big shoutout to Abraham, who was our server every day at lunch and was simply the best. Great resort, we will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos, Houston

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed this hotel. It is very beautiful and fun. I also love the beach there and you can see the ocean from the property. The location of the hotel is great. I will definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim D, palmer

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

10/10 Excellent

Dmitriy

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Peter A.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed at Hotel Riu Palace Mexico and had a great experience overall. The service was excellent, with friendly and attentive staff ensuring a smooth and enjoyable stay. The food was above average, offering a good variety of options, though some dishes stood out more than others. The hotel property itself was clean, well-maintained, and generally quiet, making it a relaxing place to unwind. Evening entertainment was enjoyable most nights, providing a nice mix of performances. While the rooms were a bit dated, the hotel quickly addressed our concern about the original room's location by offering a complimentary upgrade, which was a nice touch. This level of service truly made a difference in our overall experience. One downside was the specialty restaurants, which didn’t seem to be the best compared to other Riu properties we’ve visited. They were generally empty, which made us question the overall dining experience in those venues. The biggest disappointment was the steak restaurant, where the crab cakes were chewy, the ribs were tough and oddly prepared, and unfortunately, no one in our group enjoyed their steaks. Overall, we would recommend Hotel Riu Palace Mexico for its excellent service, cleanliness, and relaxing atmosphere, but we were underwhelmed by the specialty dining, particularly the steakhouse.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Natalya

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elmer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property excellent but shuttle bus from airport was never there I had to pay $130.00 to get to the hotel I will need Reimbursement some how or will try different apps
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time here at Rui Mexico. It was just as good as the first time! From the staff to the cleanliness!! We will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Yelena Yuryevna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went end of Feb and it was such good weather the beach is so big and clean and so many spots to lay. The food was good, coffee etc lots of options. The only complaint is the doors in the hotel rooms have paint coming off and it doesn’t looks very appealing to the eyes but I can’t complain about anything else so it’s pretty minor
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David Alan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd ime at this location....nice facilities, good pool area, phenomenal beach area and a very nice staff. Food this time was pretty good but not great but overall a very good place to stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Gabriela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is beautiful and very enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe and secure. Friendly staff. Great food.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn Sue

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entertainment staff does a great job. Lots of fun games. There were kids shows and adult fun too. Lots of photo props with the entertainment staff during special events. The beach is beautiful. Restaurants were good and a wide variety for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Assaad, Minneapolis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room needs a face lift too worn out bathroom was too small and not comfortable Food overall and Dining was average
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric, Mount Prospect

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

10/10 Excellent

Ilya, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is perfect. Only one big discomfort for us is the absence of the umbrella beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayme JoAnn

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

4/10 Poor

Michael

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025