RIU PLAYACAR, Playa del Carmen

Riu Playacar - A Beachfront All-Inclusive Resort with Three Pools, Four Restaurants, and Family Activities

Located in the heart of the Playacar residential district, this 5-star Playa del Carmen hotel features over 300 rooms equipped with satellite TV, air conditioning, safes, and mini-bars with beverage dispensers. Three freshwater swimming pools include a central pool with in-water tables and a swim-up bar, plus a children's pool with mushroom fountains and small slides. The Riu Playacar offers four distinct dining venues: a main buffet restaurant, Jade for Asian cuisine, La Traviata for Italian specialties, and a poolside steakhouse. RiuLand kids' club operates two age-specific programs for children 4-7 and 8-12 years, while evening entertainment includes children's shows followed by family performances. Recreational amenities encompass a gym, wellness center, and complimentary water activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing, and catamaran sailing. The property sits within a resort complex alongside Riu Palace Riviera Maya, Riu Yucatan, Hotel Riu Tequila, and Riu Palace Mexico, positioned 3 miles from Playa del Carmen Airport.

Pros

Direct access to a white sand beach with sun loungers and towel service

Located within walking distance to Xaman Ha Aviary (1 mile) and Cenote Calavera (0.5 miles)

Part of a resort complex with shared amenities

Dedicated entertainment programs for different age groups

Cons

1.5 miles from Quinta Avenida shopping and dining area

Spring break groups not accepted at this location