RIU YUCATAN, Playa del Carmen

Riu Yucatan - Beachfront All-Inclusive Resort with Multiple Pools, Entertainment Programs, and Spa Services

Located 2624.7 ft from the leisure district, this 5-star Playa del Carmen hotel features 507 air-conditioned rooms spread across hacienda-style two-story blocks. The Riu Yucatan property includes four outdoor swimming pools, including one with a swim-up bar and a dedicated children's pool. Dining options encompass a buffet restaurant and multiple themed venues serving Asian cuisine and poolside meals. The Renova Spa offers massages, body treatments, and facials, while recreational facilities include a health club, waterslide, and sports courts for table tennis and volleyball. Water activities range from catamaran sailing to snorkeling, with RiuLand providing dedicated children's entertainment programs. The resort shares facilities with four other Riu properties, expanding guest access to amenities. Situated 34 miles from Cancún International Airport, Riu Yucatan stands 0.5 miles from Playacar Beach and 2 miles from Quinta Avenida.

Pros

Guest rooms feature tile floors, white walls, and modern furnishings with blue accents

On-site disco at Hotel Riu Tequila for evening entertainment

Comprehensive all-inclusive package covers local brand drinks and all meals

Direct access to white sand beach with sun loungers and massage services

Cons

55-kilometer distance from Cancún International Airport

Local wildlife (coatis) may approach dining areas