Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive

4.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cozumel, Quintana Roo (CZM-Cozumel Intl.)

Room options

Junior Suite (Superior (U))

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

Suite (U)

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

Suite, Jetted Tub (U)

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

Suite

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

Suite Deluxe

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

Suite Junior

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Suite Junior with Garden View

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Suite Junior

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Room Superior

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Suite

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

Suite Deluxe

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

Junior Suite (M)

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

Junior Suite (L)

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

Junior Suite (Superior (L))

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

Junior Suite (E)

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

Junior Suite (Superior (E))

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

Junior Suite, Garden View (M)

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

Junior Suite (B2C-US)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite (Superior, B2C-US)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite (B2C-US)

  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub (B2C-US)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (M)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub (M)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (L)

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

Suite, Jetted Tub (L)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Superior | B2C-CA)

  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, Jetted Tub (B2C-CA)

  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Superior | C)

  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite (C)

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

Suite, Jetted Tub (C)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (C)

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

Junior Suite, Garden View (U)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 King Beds

Junior Suite, Garden View (Elite Club, U)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Elite Club, Swim-Up, U)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Garden View (Elite Club, U)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Swim-Up, U)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Adults Only, U)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (U)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(79 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive

Art Deco property with 6 restaurants and 4 outdoor pools
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the property's 6 restaurants. Housekeeping is available on request.
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. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Playa del Carmen property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. 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, Access to 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.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Playacar Beach. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include 6 restaurants, a coffee shop, a swim-up bar and a poolside bar
  • Take a swim in the 4 outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Treat yourself to massages at Renova
  • Services include a children's club, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts, a gym and a sauna
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • 8 minutes by foot from Playacar Beach and a 2-minute drive from Playacar Golf Club
Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site 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 Access to hot tub. There are 6 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. 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.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.
Don Julian – This buffet restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
La Dolce Vita – This restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.
La Bodega – This restaurant specialises in Mexican cuisine. Open daily.
Miyagi – This restaurant specialises in Japanese cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.
Krystal – This restaurant specialises in Fusion cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

All-inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. On-site 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-motorised water sports are included.

Water activities

Snorkelling
Windsurfing

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Dancing
Yoga

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities
Access to off-site nightclubs
On-site live performances

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • 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
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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-authorise 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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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Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 653 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1001 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

Ricky

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Erica, Arlington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food at every restaurant was not good, everything else was nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eloisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stuff was very friendly. Food amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Komil

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pools and beaches were lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is never a shortage of things to do with a choice of 5 RIU properties in walking distance.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Olga Mirian

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went during seaweed season(summer) so ocean wasn’t as clean as we would have liked but knew that coming in. I spoke to others who aren’t aware of this. Please know that if you plan on coming during the summer-the beach will have seaweed in playa & Cancun. That being said, the hotel does its best to clean it daily(I was actually expecting it to be way worse). The area on the beach has palm trees, hammocks and the waiters come and bring drinks to you. It’s actually one of the nicest beach areas I’ve been to. The staff is great especially Patricio, Leo, all the staff at the Mexican restaurant. The staff at the buffet is great as well. Marlene is in charge of the riuland(kids area) and she is awesome. She came up to me as she saw me struggling to inflate a floatie for my kids and asked if she could help. Some things you should know before you book: this RIU is quiet. If you plan on partying all the time at the hotel- prob not hotel for you. BUT it is directly in front of RIU tequila(cross small street) where they have white party. Also, about 20 mins from town. Has 6 pools but they’re not huge. If you bring kids they have a small pool but it is geared towards toddlers. My kids are 9 & 12 so they are too big for this area. Wish they had slides and bigger pool for kids like at other hotels. Kids still had fun. Hotel isn’t so big that you require a cart to get across. You can walk easily to all restaurants. Food is good. Need more entertainment.relaxing place-would come back

4/10 Poor

Laura

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 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

8/10 Good

Boban

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Guadalupe

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at the Riu Palace Mexico in Playa del Carmen with a group of 15, and overall, I enjoyed my experience. The resort grounds are beautiful—well-maintained and relaxing—and the staff was consistently friendly and welcoming throughout our stay. The buffet was decent, offering a variety of options, though nothing particularly memorable. I didn’t get the chance to try the Italian restaurant, but we did dine at the steakhouse. The food there was just okay, and unfortunately, it took about an hour and a half to get our large party seated, which was frustrating. As for the accommodations, our rooms felt a bit outdated. The bathrooms were very small, and one of the biggest annoyances was the lack of functional electrical outlets—it was a challenge charging devices at night. Despite a few inconveniences, the overall vibe and friendly service made for a good stay. I’d recommend the resort with a few caveats, especially if traveling with a large group or needing modern room features.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

NICANOR, PORT CHESTER

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

LATONYA DENISE

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I’ve stayed at the Riu in Cabo, and that property is much more updated than this location. The rooms are so old and outdated and looks like they just slapped a coat of paint on the walls. The restaurants are not good at all. The Buffett is much better, but needs more options for those who don’t eat beef or pork. My daughter encounter a battle of stomach sickness on our last day after eating a burger from the restaurant near the pools. Too many insects over the foods and some of the items seemed old. The entertainment is mediocre, and can’t definitely be improved. Gustavo, was amazing for the work outs and just his overall personality. I expected a little more.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This RIU is definitely a favorite of mine. The location is perfect, the beach is beautiful, and the staff go above and beyond.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with group
The best #1
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanisha

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMEYA BALACHANDRAN

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julia, Sarasota

Stayed 6 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