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Riu Palace Riviera Maya Hotel Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen

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Rooms and Guests2 Guest, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

Avenida Xaman Ha Manzana 9 Y 10 Lote 1, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 77710

The Riu Palace Riviera Maya is an upscale all-inclusive resort located in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. It features a prime beachfront location and offers a comprehensive array of amenities for families and vacationers. The property is known for its 24-hour service and diverse entertainment programs that cater to guests of all ages.

Location

Situated along a pristine stretch of white-sand beach, the hotel is conveniently located about 34 miles from Cancún International Airport. The area offers opportunities for excursions to attractions like Cozumel Island and the nearby Xcaret and Xel-Ha parks. Local attractions include shopping centers and cultural sites within a short distance.

Rooms

The hotel offers 460 comfortable rooms, each equipped with modern amenities like air conditioning, minibars, and flat-screen televisions. Guests can benefit from conveniences such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes. Each room also features a coffee maker and a balcony for added relaxation.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy varied gastronomic experiences with buffet breakfasts featuring live cooking stations and themed international restaurants. The hotel's six onsite restaurants serve Italian and Mexican cuisine, enhancing the culinary offerings. Additionally, five bars throughout the property provide snacks and appetizers.

Leisure & Business

The hotel includes recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool, fitness center, and spa services at Renova Spa. Families can take advantage of kid-friendly activities through the RiuLand program, which includes slides in the children's pool. Entertainment options also feature live music and shows throughout the week.

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Getting around

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City Center
Playa del Carmen 1.2 mi
Airports
Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen (PCM) 1.2 mi
Cancun (CUN) 36.4 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Baggage storage
  • Private beach
  • Elevator
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Sundry/Convenience store
  • Gift/Newsstand
  • Hairdresser
  • Beauty salon
  • Multilingual staff

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Kayaking
  • Tubing
  • Tennis
  • Pool tables
  • Fitness studio

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Wedding services
  • Stores/Commercial services
  • Bell staff/Porter
  • Computer connection

Dining

  • Continental breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Lobby bar
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Coffee/Tea in lobby
  • Espresso machine
  • Free breakfast
  • Buffet breakfast

Business

  • Business center

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's pool
  • Kids club

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels
  • Sun loungers
  • Night club
  • Entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Barbeque grills
  • Television in lobby
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • Treatment room
  • Massage

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • In-room air conditioning
  • In-room safe
  • Mini-bar
  • Balcony

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer

Media

  • Cable/ Satellite television
  • Telephone
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Location

Avenida Xaman Ha Manzana 9 Y 10 Lote 1, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 77710
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Avenida Xaman Ha Manzana 9 Y 10 Lote 1, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 77710
Nearby
Paseo Xaman - Ha S/N
Hard Rock Campo de Golf
1300 ft
Calle Quinta Avenida 10
Playa del Carmen Archeological Site
1800 ft
Restaurants
Les Crepes de Paris
2.0 mi
Avenida Paseo Xaman-Ha 25 Playacar Center
Barra Artesanal
2700 ft
Paseo Xaman Ha 42
Buenerrimo
1.7 mi
Ave. Paseo Tulum Local 17
LABRIOCHE de Playa
1.3 mi
Paseo Xaman - Ha 12 Playacar
La Vaqueria
1.8 mi
Paseo Xaman-Ha
El Bistro
1.3 mi
Paseo Xaman-Ha Plaza Pakal

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
78%
liked the hotel and would stay again
friendly staff
great location
noise concerns
AC may not meet all expectations
7.8/10
Very good
Rooms
7.3
Location
7.9
Service
8.9
Dining
8.1
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 14 review
0.0
0.0/10based on 0 review
Edith
United States of America, June  2024
8.6/10

The hotel is a beautiful and perfect place for families with amazing food variety and entertainment options. The view from the balcony and pool area were stunning, offering a grandiose retreat after personal challenges. The staff, especially in the restaurant and the reception bar, were exceptional, making the stay truly enjoyable.

Rooms
9.0
The room cleaners left cute towel animals, and the room amenities were great with spirits and a regularly stocked fridge. The spacious rooms had a fantastic view that added value to the entire experience.
Service
9.0
The service was outstanding, with friendly and helpful staff all around, ensuring a pleasant stay. Special shoutout to Mendez, Guillermo, and Jose for their exceptional service.
Location
8.0
The location was convenient with various activities nearby, although there were minor issues with the pool maintenance. However, the proximity to shopping areas and attractions made up for it, offering an overall great location.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience offered a fantastic variety, catering well to diverse preferences and offering a great overall value for families. Despite occasional cold food, the Sicilian pastry stood out as a delightful choice.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities, including the pool and swim-up bar, were enjoyable and well-maintained, offering a luxurious and relaxing atmosphere.
Arthur
United States of America, June  2024
8.2/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms, but the AC might not meet everyone's expectations. The service is exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to make the stay enjoyable. The location provides a mix of positives and negatives, offering a beautiful beach area but some noise concerns. The dining experience is top-notch, with a variety of choices available. Overall, the facilities are well-equipped for a pleasant stay.

Rooms
7.0
Despite the spacious rooms, the AC may not meet all expectations.
Service
9.0
The staff's service is exceptional, always willing to assist with a smile.
Location
8.0
The location offers a beautiful beach area, although there are noise concerns.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience is fantastic, with a wide range of options available.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are well-equipped for a pleasant stay.
friendly staff
noise concerns
John
United Kingdom, May  2024
8.2/10

The hotel is beautiful with amazing staff and great food. Perfect for families with various activities available. Rooms are spacious with lovely balcony views and towel animals. Pool area and swim-up bar add to the fun atmosphere.

Rooms
8.0
Spacious rooms with lovely balcony views and towel animals.
Service
7.0
Staff are friendly and helpful, though language barriers may arise. Cleaning service is not daily, but very friendly.
Location
9.0
Brilliant location with pretty surroundings and easy access to shops and the beach. A bit noisy with loud tourists as the day goes on.
Dining
8.0
Great food options with impressive variety and quality. Cold dining area can be a drawback.
Facilities
9.0
Fantastic facilities with a nice pool area and swim-up bar. Some improvements needed in the AC system.
David
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.8/10

Staying at the hotel was a pleasant experience overall. The rooms were beautiful, clean, and spacious, but there was a delay in the readiness of the second room. The service was exceptional, with staff going the extra mile to ensure guests were happy. The location offered a great beach escape, although there were some maintenance issues. Dining options were satisfactory, and the hotel facilities were well-equipped for a comfortable stay.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were beautiful, clean, and spacious.
Service
9.0
The staff really went the extra mile to ensure guests were happy.
Location
7.0
The location allowed for a private paradise feel while offering easy access to the beach. Some maintenance issues were noted.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was nice overall, with some room for improvement.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities provided essential amenities for a comfortable stay.
Jeremy
United Kingdom, February  2024
8.6/10

The hotel was spacious and comfortable overall, with a few minor inconveniences. The rooms were large but lacked a separate walk-in shower, though the staff accommodated our request to have adjacent rooms. The service was exceptional, with diligent staff like Claudia and Jorge attending to every detail. The location was fantastic with various entertainment options and access to other nearby Riu hotels. The dining experience was top-notch, offering a wide variety of high-quality options. The facilities were well-maintained and catered to all our needs.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and well-appointed, although a separate walk-in shower would have been a nice addition.
Service
9.0
The service was outstanding, from the attentive bartenders to the diligent cleaning staff working tirelessly to ensure a pleasant stay.
Location
8.0
The location was excellent, offering a perfect mix of entertainment and convenience, although the noise level from other guests could be a downside.
Dining
9.0
The dining options were exceptional, providing a delightful culinary experience with a great variety of dishes.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were well-maintained and exceeded our expectations, offering everything we needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Tom
United Kingdom, January  2024
8.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and spacious, and the view facing the swimming pools and sea was delightful. The private beach access and variety of water sports added to the experience. The food options were great, and the resort offered a relaxing atmosphere. However, the upcoming refurbishment may affect future visits.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very clean and spacious, with a lovely internal view facing the swimming pools and sea.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and always ready to help. The place was always clean and welcoming.
Location
7.0
The location was stunning, with direct access to the private beach. However, there were some maintenance issues around the property that need attention.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was delightful with fantastic food options to choose from.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch, with a variety of amenities available for guests to enjoy.
Beach access
Maintenance issues
Matt
United Kingdom, January  2024
8.4/10

Our stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were great for our family, spacious and clean, although the doors were heavy and slammed loudly. The staff, especially Mendez, Guillermo, and Jose, were amazing and made our experience special. The hotel itself is beautiful with amazing food options and fun activities for families. The pool area was beautiful, clean, and spacious, and we loved the swim-up bar.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were great with our kids next to us, spacious and clean. The heavy doors slamming loudly was a bit inconvenient.
Service
8.0
The service was fantastic, with attentive staff always ready to help. The only downside was the loud cleaning early in the morning.
Location
8.0
The location was excellent with great beach access and helpful staff. The pool area could use some maintenance.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was very impressive with a variety of quality options, although some dishes were cold at times.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were top-notch with a beautiful pool and a swim-up bar. The only downside was some areas needing maintenance.
Henry
United Kingdom, November  2023
8.6/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms with a very soothing design. The AC was not what I'm used to at home, but it might be due to age. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure guests are happy, from the bartenders to the waiters and housekeeping. The location is brilliant for those who want to enjoy a great place in all aspects.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were ample and had a very soothing design.
Service
9.0
The staff were on the grounds 24/7 ensuring the resort was always clean and making sure guests were happy.
Location
9.0
The location is brilliant for everyone looking to enjoy a great place in all aspects.
Dining
8.0
The dining offered a very good variety of food and was great value for a quick vacation.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch and contributed to a fantastic stay.
Johnny
United States of America, October  2023
8.4/10

Our stay at the hotel was generally pleasant. The rooms, although spacious, had some issues with the AC not meeting expectations. The team took good care of us. The service was top-notch with attentive staff available 24/7. The location was beautiful, yet noisy at times. The dining experience offered fantastic food choices. The facilities were well-kept and modern.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious, but the AC didn't work as well as expected.
Service
9.0
The service from the team was excellent, always ensuring a clean and pleasant environment.
Location
8.0
The location was beautiful but could get noisy, especially as the day went on.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was fantastic with a wide variety of quality food.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were modern and well-kept.
Friendly staff
AC issues
Billy
United Kingdom, September  2023
6.8/10

The hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were quite disappointing with a layout that lacked flexibility for a 5-star experience, but the service was exceptional with staff always ready to assist. The location was gorgeous, and the dining options were varied and impressive, offering great value. The facilities were decent overall.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms lacked flexibility and were not up to par for a 5-star hotel.
Service
9.0
The service from all staff members was exceptional, always ready to help and pleasant.
Location
8.0
The location was absolutely stunning and offered a lovely ambiance with air conditioning.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were impressive and offered great value, with a variety to choose from.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities met basic needs and were satisfactory for a comfortable stay.
Sydney
United Kingdom, July  2023
8.0/10

I had a fantastic time at the hotel! The rooms were cleaned daily and stocked perfectly, and the view from our balcony was breathtaking. The pool area was great, and the poolside staff were always ready to assist, even offering drinks right at the swim-up bar. However, it was disappointing that the rooms didn't have sea views as promised by the management team.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were stocked everyday perfectly, and the view from our balcony was amazing.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with friendly and helpful staff always around, like Ellie who went above and beyond. The bartenders, Claudia and Jorge, were fantastic, and the wait staff like Nico and Ana Gomez were top-notch.
Location
8.0
The hotel is spacious with plenty of loungers and cocktail servers on the stunning Riviera Maya beach. It was a perfect location with cool air conditioning and a private paradise feel when strolling along Playa del Carmen.
Dining
8.0
The dining options were varied and grand, offering different choices every night. The only downside was the busy atmosphere due to unaware guests about dress guidelines.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were great, with a grand pool and swim-up bar but lacked sea views from the rooms.
Jack
United Kingdom, July  2023
8.0/10

The hotel is in a lovely location, well-kept and beautiful, allowing for a perfect escape to a private paradise. However, some maintenance issues like missing tiles in the pool need attention. The rooms are comfortable and clean, but encountering cockroaches was a major downside.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are always very clean, spacious, and comfortable, but the presence of cockroaches was a significant issue.
Service
9.0
The staff, from higher personnel to the affectionate hallway team, were friendly and accommodating, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
Location
8.0
The location is stunning, allowing for long walks on the beach, but some maintenance issues like missing tiles were concerning.
Dining
8.0
The dining options are varied and plentiful, offering great value overall, but specific establishments might have limited choices.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are well-kept and offer many amenities, ensuring a pleasant stay despite minor maintenance issues like missing tiles.
David
United States of America, July  2023
8.4/10

The hotel offers a grandiose atmosphere with very clean rooms, grounds, and pool areas. The rooms come with a balcony or terrace featuring a whirlpool bath, ensuring a luxurious stay. However, some maintenance issues were noted that need attention.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very clean, and the whirlpool bath on the balcony or terrace added a touch of luxury.
Service
10.0
The service was impeccable, with the staff going above and beyond to ensure a comfortable and welcoming stay. From the fresh flowers to the friendly bartenders and waiters, the service was outstanding.
Location
7.0
While the location was attractive, some maintenance issues were noticeable, like missing tiles and sand in the pool. The surroundings, though beautiful, could benefit from better upkeep.
Dining
8.0
Despite some crowds due to a lack of awareness of dress guidelines, the dining experience was impressive with a variety of quality options. The ala carte menu was especially noteworthy.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers excellent facilities, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay overall. However, some maintenance issues were observed that require attention.
Edward
United States of America, June  2023
6.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The location was fantastic, being able to swim in the sea easily, but the rooms were a major letdown due to cleanliness issues with small cockroaches. The service, however, was exceptional, going above and beyond to assist guests. The dining options varied from outstanding to average, and the facilities need updating.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms above the theater/lobby area near the stairwell were disappointing, with cleanliness problems including small cockroaches on the pillow and floor.
Service
9.0
The service was outstanding, with staff going above and beyond to assist guests.
Location
8.0
The location was incredible, offering easy access to the sea for swimming, though some facilities like the pool needed maintenance.
Dining
7.0
The dining options ranged from outstanding to average, with the lunch buffet standing out as a great choice.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities need a total revamping and updating to meet modern standards.
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