Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront property near Playa del Carmen Main Beach

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Garden
Buffet
Aerial view
Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Avenida Xaman Ha Manzana Lote, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
  • Place, Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Playacar Golf Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Playacar Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cozumel, Quintana Roo (CZM-Cozumel Intl.)

Room options

Junior Suite (U)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

Double Room Superior

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Double Room

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Suite Junior

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Double Room (M)

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

Standard Double Room (L)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room (E)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room (No balcony - M)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite Mexico

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

Standard Double Room (B2C-US)

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

Junior Suite (B2C)

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (U)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (L)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (L)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (C)

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

Standard Double Room (C)

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

Standard Double Room (B2C-CA)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

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

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (C)

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

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

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

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

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

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (L)

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

Standard Double Room ( Kid Free | C)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room (U)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(114 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite Junior

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Playa del Carmen

On the beach.Your stay at this Playacar property places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida. Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha and Mayan Ruins of Playacar are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playacar Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Playacar Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mayan Ruins of Playacar - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Quinta Avenida - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Viva Wyndham Maya - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar Arrecife - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪rosa roja - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Terraza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Turquesa - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive

3.5-star beachfront property near Playa del Carmen Main Beach
Hotel Riu Playacar - 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 Playacar - All Inclusive offers its guests a full-service spa, 3 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 4 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, spa services, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 396 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 9 buildings
  • 4 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • 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
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive offers 396 accommodations with minibars and safes. Televisions come with satellite channels.

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.

Renova Spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Kayaking
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 22-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 50.91 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. 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.

Property is also known as

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Reviews

Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 598 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1019 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff. Pool bar was fun. Food had a variety of options. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hernan Juniors Vilchez del, San Bruno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Had a good stay

Had a nice stay. Lots of entertainment, good selection of food. The AC in the rooms could be better. Beds are hard to sleep on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana Sulene

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zuhay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at this resort coming from Texas and as soon as we got there everything was amazing. Staff, service, food, drinks, and maintenance was great
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Basel Hanna, Troy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Engelbert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay overall… just need a few upgrades in some areas like pools.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my experience. We were located walking distance from the main area of entertainment.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Eladia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was not very good
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Questionable 5 Star - need fly catchers over food?

Food was good, but you could get some of the same foods in other restaurants, it would have been better to introduce new foods rather than having the same foods. Bed was fine no issues. Internet was fine no issues. Hygiene with flies on food, they need fly catchers and repellents around the hotel. I saw loads of flies on the fruit which was a bad experience, the service staff didn’t care when I pointed it out. Hotel check-in was very poor! Not impressed I’m filing a complaint for this because we missed out on key activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

R Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Riu always delivers outstanding services and food. Can't do much about mother nature and the seaweed problem throughout the Caribbean coastlines.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan Corey, Worcester

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here at RIU playacar! Our first time visiting Mexico and we would definitely stay at this resort again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly, Austin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The food was ok, mostly buffet style and a little repetitive. The service was good. The rooms need a little updating, and the AC didn't work well in one of our two rooms... they attempted to repair it, but it wouldn't get low enough to combat the humidity. The water in the sink is not drinkable, which is understandable in Mexico, but most of the places I've stayed before you don't need to worry about brushing your teeth with the sink water.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s was a good experiencia
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSE MIGUEL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was excelent. All is ok
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fábio

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

Atendimento incrível, limpeza impecável e buffet e

Hotel excelente, refeições impecáveis e nem precisamos agendar os restaurantes temáticos. Tinha de tudo e sempre em ótima qualidade. Infelizmente o salgazo impediu de usarmos o mar, porém o que não demandava de ações externas, o hotel entregou. Senti um pouco de falta de música, já que só tocava na piscina com bar para adultos. Chegamos 2h antes e autorizam nosso acesso sem qualquer dificuldade, check-in perfeito
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes Munoz, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra Lucia Pizani

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was great with lots of options. Rooms were very clean. Family had a great time.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel c

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like the location of the property near the mall and 5th Avenue. Disliked the sargassum along the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was very disappointed about the beach. A lot of seaweeds, and very noisy because of truck working all day. I couldn't hear the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amgad

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The description of the room on Expedia website was misleading. The description said the room cam accomodate 8 persons, while the 2 rooms with connecting door has only ONE king bed, which doesn't make any sense that 3 persons will sleep on the floor or put themselves at a risk of getting THREE rollaway beds assuming that the rooms can accomodate this huge number of beds. We were 2 families od 10 pesons, booked 2 double rooms (2 rooms each family that accomodate 16 persons).We called the hotel and they said the information on Expedia website is not correct As a consequence we had to cancel our flight, loose our vacation, lost one night (about CAD2000) and we paid for the Expedia's mistakes.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pedro

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were courteous and friendly at all times and any issues were resolved immediately. My family had a wonderful time. All inclusive food and drinks were great. the only issue was with the smell of the sargasso decomposing on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly and helpful. Plays Del Carmen is nearby and very nice. Place is very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lina

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon, Wylie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciated the communication prior to our arrival. I was able to make a request for room type/location and depending on availability, it was approved. We also liked the size of the property, it wasn't too big or too small. Everything was within walking distance at the hotel, and simple souvenir shopping just across the street. There was ample choices for food. The entertainment staff was friendly and welcoming. There were plenty of chairs around the pool and beach accessibility.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025