Riviera Maya, Mexico
Riu Palace Riviera Maya
Resort
Details
Riu Palace Riviera Maya is located directly on the white, sandy beach of the Playacar residential estate. This resort is within walking distance of Playa del Carmen. Explore the shops on the famous Fifth Avenue, experience the nightlife, or catch a ferry for a day trip to Cozumel from this trendy port town, the true hub of the Mayan corridor.
Incorporating personalized touches and distinctive service, this luxurious resort creates a lasting impression of paradise for each and every guest. Appealing to spa-lovers, families and luxury travelers alike, guests are treated to a wide array of superior comforts including sensational restaurants, family-friendly amenities like a kid’s pool, playground and a supervised activity program, daily and nightly entertainment and relaxing spa services.
Distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN): 55 minutes
Arrival/Departure Time:
Check-in time: 3:00 pm
Check-out time: 12:00 pm
Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability.
- 460 rooms and suites
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Children welcome
- Children’s play area
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free high speed internet connection
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand†
- Golf, Offsite†
- Housekeeping – daily
- Internet services
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Lounges/bars
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Room service
- Safe deposit box
- Sauna
- Spa†
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Wakeup service
- Water sports
† Fees may apply
- Children’s pool with slides
- RiuLand kids club
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site
- Motorized Water Sports†
– Jet skis
– Parasailing
– Waterskiing
– Diving
– Deep sea fishing - Non-Motorized Water Sports
– Windsurfing
– Sailing
– Kayaks
– Snorkel gear
– Body board
– One introductory scuba lesson in the pool
– Paddle boats - 4 pools on-site
- Sauna
- Spa†
† Fees may apply
Elite Club by RIU
Elite Club by RIU is expanding to Riu Palace Riviera Maya. Starting for travel on January 30, 2026, Elite Club by RIU will be offering guests exceptional amenities and services. Prepare to elevate your vacation experience to new heights. Enjoy exclusive products and services:
- Rooms with better views/locations
- Premium drinks at selected hotel bars
- Exclusive specialty restaurant
- Access to exclusive areas
- Early check-in (subject to availability)
- Distinctive bracelet
- Late check-out
- Welcome gift
- In-room aromatherapy
- Improved room service
- Premium drinks dispenser in the room
- Improved mini-bar
- Dinner reservation available at specialty restaurants through the RIU App
The most affordable prices