Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive

Property class: 3.5
Family-friendly stay near Playa del Carmen Main Beach

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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees.
A bar area with a counter, stools, and a bartender.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with pink sofas, and a decorative water feature.
A beachside hotel with rows of sun loungers and palm trees, a clear view of the ocean, and a covered walkway.
A beach with a clear sky, palm trees, and a lifeguard tower.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Avenida Xaman-ha, Manzana 3, Lote 1, Condominio Playacar, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
  • Place, Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Playacar Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Playacar Golf Club
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Double Room (U)

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

Suite (U)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room Standard

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite Junior with Pool View

  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Double Room (M)

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

Standard Room (L)

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

Standard Room (E)

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

Standard Double Room (B2C-US)

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

Suite (B2C)

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

Suite (M)

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

Junior Suite (L)

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

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room (C)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (C)

  • 26 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds OR 2 King Beds

Suite (C)

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

Double Room (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds OR 2 King Beds

Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room ( Kid Free | C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (M)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Playa del Carmen

Playacar stay.You'll be steps from Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha and within a 15-minute walk of Playacar Beach. Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playacar Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Playacar Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mahi Golf Course - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mayan Ruins of Playacar - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Viva Wyndham Maya - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Turquesa - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪rosa roja - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cupcake Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Bar Sandos Select Club - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive

Family-friendly stay near Playa del Carmen Main Beach
Hotel Riu Yucatan - 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 Yucatan - All Inclusive offers its guests a full-service spa, 4 outdoor swimming pools, a waterslide, and a health club. There are 4 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 5 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a hot tub, and a sauna are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Playa del Carmen property.

  • 507 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 12 buildings
  • 4 dining venues
  • 5 bars or lounges
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive offers 507 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Playa del Carmen property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open daily.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from September 14 2026 to October 14 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Outdoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 58.66 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.
Property Registration Number 008-007-003934/2025

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

All Inclusive Yucatan
Riu Yucatan
Riu Yucatan All Inclusive
Riu Yucatan All Inclusive Playa del Carmen
Riu Yucatan Playa del Carmen
Yucatan All Inclusive
Yucatan Riu
Hotel Riu Yucatan Riviera Maya/Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
Riu Yucatan Mexico
Riu Yucatan Playacar Hotel Playa Del Carmen
Rui Yucatan
Riu Yucatan All Inclusive All-inclusive property
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Frequently asked questions

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

Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive is 19.8 mi (253-min drive) away from the Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive have an airport shuttle?

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

Does Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive offer free breakfast?

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

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

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

Does Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive have a pool?

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

Does Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive have a restaurant?

There are 4 onsite restaurants, offering options like Asian cuisine and a poolside location. The property will be renovating one of the dining venues from September 14 2026 to October 14 2026 (completion date subject to change).

Does Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Renova Spa, where you can enjoy body scrubs, facials, and body wraps.

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

Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive is 2.1 mi away from Playa del Carmen.

Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 547 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Workers were super friendly and the hotel is awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Everything was wonderful. Would 100% stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice, staff was great, nice family resort.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yucatán was a nice place to go and relax - it’s close to the beach so you can enjoy both the pools and gulf waters - plenty of places to take pictures in - if you want a more party scene I recommend Cancun
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this Hotel!! This is my second time here with my family. Food is delicious, show and amenities are incredible. The service and the staff spectacular. The hotel is very clean. I recommend it 200%.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The resort itself is nice
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was perf ct for our first full family vacation. Staff and amenities were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and the facility was well-maintained. Excellent and abundant food selection.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay very frequently in Playa Car , and have stayed at almost every resort there. This, by far, has been the best experience, even out of other RIU hotels. Staff was great, very friendly. Food was great, PLENTY to choose from. Great pools. Comfortable rooms . Will definitely be staying here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it there so much that I came home and booked the same trip again in April! What a fantastic trip! The staff there are so kind, friendly and helpful !
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room bar start todo. Excelente
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms and amenities are looking very worn out and showing their age, but everything was working and staff / food / entertainment were all excellent
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice room, always clean, nice staff
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean and the staff is always great.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were so amazing. The beach was beautiful and the location is great.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, great beach, very helpful staff. A bit crowded to my liking.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
Big place, good service, good food.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Yucatan. Great food and drinks, beautiful beach, friendly staff. The town is fun too!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, love the wildlife!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, clean rooms, great food
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms could use a little update but everything else was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026