Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Property class: 3.5
Adults-only beachfront property with spa, near Forum Beach

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At Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach massages, volleyball, and sun loungers, plus you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Gaviota Azul Beach. 4 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, and mani/pedis. Miramar, one of 6 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this all-inclusive property include 5 bars/lounges, a nightclub, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 6 restaurants and 5 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Nightclub
  • Health club
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Hot tub
  • Pool bar
  • Swim-up bar

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite Standard with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite Junior with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

Standard Double Room (M)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Standard Double Room, Sea View (M)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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

Junior Suite, Sea View (M)

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

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

Suite, Ocean View (U)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, Ocean View (M)

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, Ocean View (L)

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite, Ocean View (C)

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

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

Suite, Ocean View (C)

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (C)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(44 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite, Ocean View (L)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (U)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(158 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Standard Room, Ocean View (E)

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Standard Room, Ocean View (L)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

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

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

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

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (M)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Sea View (M)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cancun, QROO

What's nearby

  • Plaza Caracol Mall - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cancun Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Caracol Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Forum Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gaviota Azul Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 25 min drive
  • Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RIU (Lounge Bar) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Miramar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lounge 24 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Faro - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive

  • At Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach massages, volleyball, and sun loungers, plus you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Gaviota Azul Beach. 4 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, and mani/pedis. Miramar, one of 6 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this all-inclusive property include 5 bars/lounges, a nightclub, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff.

All inclusive details

  • This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

  • Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

    • All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
    • In-room minibar (all beverages included)
    • In-room liquor dispensers

Activities and facilities/equipment

  • All non-motorized water sports are included.

Water activities

    • Scuba-diving lessons
    • Snorkeling
    • Surfing/body boarding

Land activities

  • Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

  • Water fitness

Entertainment

    • Onsite entertainment and activities
    • Onsite live performances

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 569 rooms
    • Arranged over 14 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 6 restaurants
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Windsurfing
  • Shopping
  • Pool table
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2003
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Health club
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Nightclub
  • Hot tub
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs available on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

Renova Spa has massage/treatment rooms. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Miramar - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
La Toscana - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Kawachi - This restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Kulinarium - This restaurant serves dinner only. Open daily.
Turquesa - This poolside buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 85.40 per accommodation, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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 property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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.

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 005-007-003665/2025

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive?

Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive?

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

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive?

No, this property doesn't have a casino, but PlayCity Casino (10-min drive) and Royal Yak Casino and Sports Book (11-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like windsurfing, snorkeling, and surfing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the hot tub, or go for a swim in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools. Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive also has 5 bars, a nightclub, and a health club, as well as spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive?

Yes, there are 6 onsite restaurants, featuring Italian cuisine and poolside dining.

Does Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive like?

Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive is a short 7-minute walk from Cancun Convention Center and 8 minutes' walk from Gaviota Azul Beach. Travelers say that the property is in a great location.

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Reviews

Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The food was delicious and the staff provided excellent service at the various restaurants. (396 reviews)
  • The beach was clean, calm, and beautiful with clear water and a variety of activities. (178 reviews)
  • The pools were clean, fun, and offered a variety of activities and games, with swim-up bars and plenty of lounge chairs available. (164 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, nice cool rooms, good food selection, all at a great price. Will be staying there again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great resort to stay at. The rooms were clean. We had a great time and plan to visit again!
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8/10 Very good

Excellent Resort. Friendly staff, clean property and the overall vibe is good.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was great and the vibe at the property was awesome. Loved the RIU parties as well. The food and drinks were great too.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was great , ocean view with a balcony ! Staff were all nice and attentive! Would stay here again !
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10/10 Exceptional

All was very very good people food activities very professional love it
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and great pools. The rooms may need a some renovation however.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great bartenders and all around staff
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8/10 Very good

Overall a great resort. Can use some structural upgrades (elevators for sure!, shower head broken at connection ports so heavy leaking etc), but the staff were amazing, entertainment available for all groups, easy access to sister resorts. Will def be my destination hotel anytime Im in Cancun!
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff went above and beyond to make sure i was good i would definitely stay there again
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8/10 Very good

Hotel Riu Cancun is a great choice for a fun all-inclusive vacation. It offers several restaurants, a good buffet, plenty of activities, and a quieter pool for those who want to relax. The beach has calm water, although there are several piers and some sargassum. The staff is exceptionally friendly and attentive. The rooms are comfortable, but I noticed a slight musty smell, and I think the hotel could benefit from some renovations. Overall, I had a great stay. Riu is always a reliable choice.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and good selection of food to choose from .
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms food is actually not bad
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8/10 Very good

Rooms were clean
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8/10 Very good

Rooms were clean, the staff was excellent, and the food was pretty good. The weather didn't do us any favors, and the beach/ocean water was pretty mid but that's not RIU's fault. We enjoyed our stay and will be recommending our friends to go.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was so nice and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. The view was the best, and the pool, the drinks, and the food. This was the best vacation I have ever had. Loved it and ready to go back.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Entertainment
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8/10 Very good

It’s not enough show and things at night. The breakfast was outstanding!
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4/10 Fair

Loved the entertainment and the amazing staff the hotel had. On the down side the room was terrible, looked like their was mold on the skirt of the bed as well as on the walls of the room and bathroom.
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8/10 Very good

Food was good
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay here. Hotel was very clean, staff friendly. All kinds of food and drinks. Shows were great too.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room,staff,breakfast,lunch and dinner 👍
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6/10 Good

Staff was very friendly, resort had good vibes and activities Food was not great.. we ordered mcdonalds
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6/10 Good

Hotel looks outdated, elevators were not kept dim and broken, rooms also looked dated Other than that hotel was nice a lot of bars pools were nice
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10/10 Exceptional

I had such a great time. Although the key fob to my room broke. It got fixed right away. If you want a place to party non-stop & also not be far from civilization, it was a great pick.