Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive

3.5 star property

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Buffet
Lobby
Aerial view
Aerial view

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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

Junior Suite (U)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room Standard

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room Superior

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room (M)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room (L)

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

Standard Double Room (E)

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

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite (M)

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room (B2C-US)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite (B2C-US)

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (U)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (L)

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

Junior Suite (L)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite (C)

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room (C)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room (B2C-CA)

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room ( Kid Free | C)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (M)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (E)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite (E)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room (U)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(132 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive

Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the property's 4 restaurants. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

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.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive's great beach location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha. You'll find features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Drinking and dining options include 4 restaurants, a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar
  • Splash around at the waterslide or swim in the 3 outdoor pools
  • Treat yourself to massages or manicures and pedicures at Renova Spa
  • Services include babysitting, a kid's club, and dry cleaning/laundry
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym, volleyball, and sailing
  • Guests have great things to say about the value of their stay and the helpful staff
  • 13 minutes by foot from Playacar Beach and a 5-minute drive from Quinta Avenida
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.

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 7 AM to 11:30 AM.
The Palms - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Jade - This restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Turquesa - This poolside steakhouse serves dinner only. Open daily.
Traviata - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Anana - Onsite lobby lounge. Open 24 hours. Open daily.

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

Water activities

Kayaking
Sailing
Snorkeling
Surfing/body boarding
Windsurfing

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics

Entertainment

Access to offsite nightclubs
Onsite live performances

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 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

Restaurants on site

  • Anana
  • Jade
  • The Palms
  • Traviata
  • Turquesa

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
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms

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 lift
  • 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

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • 9 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 22-inch TV with satellite channels

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.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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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Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 622 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1019 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, decent food and beautiful beach
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay and excellent food all around.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great location
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Irma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean, staff was attentive and the food and entertainment was excellent! Second year in a row staying at riu and will be back hopefully next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here! Had a great time at the pool, felt safe, staff was great, and the beach was beautiful, even with the sargassum. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful, the resort was very clean and well kept
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort size was easy for us.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michaleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is really nice. Lots of choices for dining and entertainment. The pool area and beach are really nice. We loved the beach and plenty of chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities were very clean; staff were pleasant and responsive for the most part; not overly crowded.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Ossama

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was great and the service overall was very good. The property itself and the food were just ok.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, large and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Mark

Staff was great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

vanessa

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so clean and the staff was wonderful. Will always love a Rui
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rosa Maria Justo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely awesome. Shows, restaurants and pools are amazing. Hope to come back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bud

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around great experience. Staff is amazing, resort clean and activities available are fun. Enjoyed our stay! Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay! Great staff, great beach and facilities. Food was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was always spotless, very pleasant an welcoming
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy having some shade from the tree's on the beach. We love the RUI brand and enjoy not having to make reservations for the specialty restaurants. Everyone from the front desk, bartenders, room attendants and the entertainers were willing to make our stay as great as they could. We definitely will be heading back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Latif

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendliness, helpful staff, fast check in
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great as it has been over the years
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alyssa Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great service
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel, superb service, excellent food and service.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and fresh smelling
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness
6 of us stayed at Riu Playacar and we ALL loved the resort! Rooms were spotless. Pool was clean and perfect temps. The staff in every department was exceptional . This was our 5th time there and will def go back ! They have games everyday on the beach and pool. Food was very good in every restaurant and buffet. Night entertainment was very good too.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026