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Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive

Property class: 3.5

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Avenida Xaman Ha Manzana Lote, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
  • Place, Playacar Golf Club
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Playacar Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mayan Ruins of Playacar
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite (U)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a green sofa, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Junior Suite (U)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room (M)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Double Room (M)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 314 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room (L)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Standard Double Room (L)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 314 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room (E)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Standard Double Room (E)

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

View all photos for Double Room (No balcony - M)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Double Room (No balcony - M)

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

View all photos for Junior Suite Mexico

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a green sofa, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Junior Suite Mexico

  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room (B2C-US)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Standard Double Room (B2C-US)

  • 314 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (B2C)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a green sofa, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Junior Suite (B2C)

  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ocean View (U)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (U)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 314 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 314 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ocean View (L)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (L)

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

View all photos for Junior Suite (L)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a green sofa, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Junior Suite (L)

  • 314 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (C)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a green sofa, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Junior Suite (C)

  • 314 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room (C)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Standard Double Room (C)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 314 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room (B2C-CA)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Standard Double Room (B2C-CA)

  • 314 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a green sofa, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 314 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Connecting Rooms (C)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (C)

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

View all photos for Double Room, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

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

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (L)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (L)

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room ( Kid Free | C)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Standard Double Room ( Kid Free | C)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Standard Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (M)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (E)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (E)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (E)

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room (U)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror with a floral design.

Standard Double Room (U)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(141 reviews)
  • 314 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Playa del Carmen

Located in Playacar within a short walk of Playacar Beach, Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Quinta Avenida.
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What's nearby

  • Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Playacar Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Playacar Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mayan Ruins of Playacar - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Xaman Ha Aviary - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Viva Wyndham Maya - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Turquesa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪rosa roja - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Miramare - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive

Guests of Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive have access to a full-service spa, 3 outdoor pools, and a children's pool. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a free kid's club.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 22-inch TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, ceiling fans, and safes. Housekeeping is available on request.
3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide and a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

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Property amenities

Restaurants on site

  • Anana
  • Jade
  • The Palms
  • Traviata
  • Turquesa

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 58.66 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 008-007-003935/2025

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 21 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Riu Playacar
Riu Playacar All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Playacar Riviera Maya/Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
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Riu Playacar Mexico
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Frequently asked questions

Will I find all-inclusive options at Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive?

Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive resort and rates come with all meals. Activities include snorkeling, windsurfing, and kayaking.

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive?

Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking available.

Is there a spa at Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages and mani/pedis.

Does Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive doesn't have a casino.

Does Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive has 4 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Will Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive.

How far is the airport from Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive?

The closest major airport to Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive is Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM), which is 20.3 mi away (255 minutes by car).

Does Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 609 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room were very clean staff very friendly the food was great bars excellent
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel for families
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location well maintain especially staff is great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the resort and it was just what our family needed!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was amazing!! Overall amazing resort to stay at
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great room and the amenities were great. We had the best teio.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area and activities were excellent. House keeping was beyond excellent. Reception area staff excellent. All restaurants were excellent in services except in one where my party didn't receive good service. Overall the stay was very good and I recommend others to visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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2/10 Terrible

This is first time we stay at hotel that does not have room service. The hotel is dated.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff are amazing and the property is beautifully maintained
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a great experience and wonderful service
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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I loved the friendly, smiling, and helpful staff, as well as the delicious food. The room was very clean and well maintained, which made my stay even more comfortable. The main area for improvement would be adding more entertainment and activities throughout the day and evening. I would definitely come back and highly recommend this resort to others. The wonderful staff, great food, and welcoming atmosphere made my stay very enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did the reservation for 2 people, I paid for the both of us and when we got there, the employee at the front desk said the reservation was for 1 people only,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, welcome staff, great food
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff, the other guess all were so friendly and kind, helpful. I can't recall a time when Everyone speaks to everyone. Beautiful, friendly staff/people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had An Amazing solo trip. The staff were So welcoming and helpful. The amities and food were Amazing. When I walking into my suite, it smelt Sooooo Good! It was my 1st all inclusive and I will return. I can’t speak highly enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Best part was coming to a nice clean room after a day of activities. Dolores was the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellant resort
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay. We felt safe and everything was clean. The food and drinks were great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The beach was full of algae
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very helpful and friendly Rooms are very clean. Go see Jorge at the swim up bar. He is excellent The shows were ok.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sargasso was pretty bad, the pools were very crowded and is the small resort and all pools are next to each other. We visited riu Yucatán and the entire family Have fun for the day. The staff is very nice, the food was good and different restaurants for you to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026

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