Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 star property
Adults-only beachfront hotel with spa, near La Isla Shopping Mall

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4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby sitting area
Sundeck
Exterior
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive, located near La Isla Shopping Mall, offers an all-inclusive retreat with a free breakfast buffet and 6 on-site restaurants. Soak up the sun at the white sand beach or unwind at one of 4 outdoor pools. Indulge in spa treatments like massages and body wraps.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 6 restaurants and 4 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Swim-up bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Showing 42 of 42 rooms

Junior Suite Ocean View Elite Club (M)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Vista Mar (M)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Front Elite Club -L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club, B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Sea View (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club - L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club - L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Ocean Front Elite Club (U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Sea View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Ocean View Elite Club (U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (M)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite Ocean View Elite Club (M)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Sea View (C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (M)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Ocean Front Elite Club (M)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club, B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite Ocean View Elite Club (U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Boulevard Kukulcan km 12, Zona Hotelera, Cancun, QROO, 77500

What's nearby

  • Kukulcan Plaza Shopping Mall - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Marlin Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cancun Interactive Aquarium - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • La Isla Shopping Mall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cancun Convention Center - 6 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duna Pool Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Fish Fritanga - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cambalache - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪mb Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive

At Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive, you can spend time at the beach relaxing in a sun lounger, plus you'll be within a 10-minute walk of La Isla Shopping Mall and Hotel Zone Beaches. 4 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. Dining choices include 6 restaurants and the 4 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a snack bar/deli and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.

All-inclusive

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

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 428 rooms
    • Arranged over 12 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • 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.
    • When a room reservation includes a round-trip airport transfer at no charge, it's essential to respond to the supplier's message to arrange the shuttle service.
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Required at check-in

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

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 6 restaurants
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • On the beach

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2022
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Closed captioned TV

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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 79.20 per accommodation, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • 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

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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hotel Riu Latino
Riu Kukulkan Inclusive Cancun
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan Adults Only
Riu Palace Kukulkan Adults Only All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan Adults Only All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive Hotel

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - 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 Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive?

Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools.

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

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

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

Yes, there's free self parking.

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

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but PlayCity Casino (19-min drive) and Royal Yak Casino and Sports Book (20-min drive) are both nearby.

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

Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive has 4 outdoor pools and 4 bars, as well as a spa and a garden.

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

Yes, there are 6 onsite restaurants.

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

Yes, every room features a balcony.

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

Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive is a short 7-minute walk from La Isla Shopping Mall and 5 minutes' walk from Hotel Zone Beaches. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The beach at this property is stunning, with beautiful views, plenty of space, and excellent access. (208 reviews)
  • The pools were great, clean, and offered a good mix of relaxation and entertainment options. (144 reviews)
  • Dining options were plentiful and delicious, with many guests praising the variety of restaurants and food quality. (87 reviews)
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Reviews

6/10 Good

Lauren, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding Service from Start to Finish

From the moment we checked in with Joshua until our check out we experienced 5 Star Service from each employee we encountered. All the Team members in Don Julio, Asian, Italian and Elite Club we spot on with Hospitality and Service. We spent most of our time at The Elite Club Pool and really appreciated Jeorge and Ruby’s attentive service. They remember our drink of choice and even our Names. A very Special Thanks to Pamela Mendoza who was very Professional and Welcoming. We are Hospitality Professionals and would love to have a Team Member like Pamela on our Teams. She is an outstanding representation of the RIU Brand and carries herself in a Poised and Professional manner. You should feel very privileged that she is part of your Team. We have been searching for 4 years for the place we feel comfortable and would love to call our place in Cancun. We enjoyed every minute we spent at your lovely Hotel and look forward to a return trip in the Fall. Thank You for a Wonderful 7 Days!
Jeff and Kim, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Overpromised and under delivered

The saving grace of this place was the view/beach and staff. Some members of hotel management and the overall programming and structure of the offerings did not live up to the marketing or price point. Things that went right: the restaurant servers (Sebastián was awesome), the housekeeping staff, the spa staff (Elizabeth and Irasema were lovely), and the awesome team serving drinks and setting up beach chairs/umbrellas for customers. Things that went wrong: Check-in (when I tried to pay with my Amex card, the registration employee told me I would be charged $200 MORE than the quoted total on hotels.com. At NO POINT was I notified of this up charge during the initial online booking.); forced night time entertainment (live music until 11pm in outdoor stage every night. If you were hoping for an early night… too bad); automatic double doors malfunctioned (one set of doors did not have properly working sensors and the doors closed on my arm. When I told the front desk person/staff, he seemed unbothered, didn’t apologize or inquire about my arm, and didn’t follow up with me to see if I needed care); food options (this is meat and fried food heaven. Aside from having buffet-style meals and several food options at one restaurant, their 4 other dinner restaurants had fixed menus. If you are vegetarían, pescarerian, or vegan, non-buffet options are limited for dinner. While each restaurant had vegetarían items, they weren’t always healthy or nutritionally complete. Overall, MEH.
5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Loud music spoiled an otherwise great stay.

After staying and enjoying the Palace Las Americas several times my wife and I decided to try the KuKulkan. So these comments are comparing both resorts. Checking in was a breeze and refreshment at the desk was very nice. The brunches were great. Much more variety than at the PLA. The service was excellent as always at the RIU. The room was beautiful. Everything appears to be new as opposed to the aging PLA. The bed was very comfortable. We selected the Elite offering and enjoyed the private dining area as well as the private pool with its cabanas. It was not crowded at all and we received great service from the bar personnel. They were constantly checking on us. We also loved the Coffee bar and the Lounge (sports bar). Now for the negative stuff. We were on the 9th floor facing the courtyard. Every night that they had shows you can expect to hear the loud music from the shows till 10:30. For younger people this might not be a problem. Also the lobby becomes extremely loud in the evening into the night. You can't even have a conversation cause the music is so loud. They type of music was also not to our liking. In this case we really missed the main bar in the PLA which usually had a piano or sax player. The soft music at that bar really helps one relax and hold a conversation. Maybe the K could consider softer music in the lobby bar. I noticed most of the people in the lobby bar were 55+. Maybe the K can poll the people and see what they like. Overall it was a loud resort.
Jose D, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Delightful!!!

We enjoyyy too much!!! The Hotel, the beach, the food , the shows and the people are amazing. We’ll highly recmended!!! Thank you very much!!
José Modesto, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

jeevahan, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great resort!

Beautiful new resort and service was incredible! Drinks were average (but you can tell them to make it strong) and the food was subpar. The buffet was ok but mostly stayed the same each day. If you are a foodie, pick somewhere else. Don’t drink water unless it’s bottled. Otherwise, amazing resort!
Jonathan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dustin, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and fun and relaxing!

I had a wonderful stay at the Riu in Cancun and would definitely return. The entire resort was impressively clean, which made the experience even more enjoyable. It managed to be both fun and relaxing at the same time—a perfect balance for a vacation. There are four pools to choose from, each offering something different: the lively fun pool, a quiet pool for relaxation, the elite pool, and another that offered a mix. I personally avoided the fun pool as it often felt overcrowded and the water wasn’t the most inviting. That said, the variety was appreciated. While lunch options were a bit limited in terms of restaurants, the grill provided a decent alternative. I didn’t try the à la carte restaurants for dinner, but the buffet was excellent across the board—for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The lobby bar was a lovely spot to unwind, and the service throughout the resort was fantastic. I didn’t catch any of the nightly shows, but I heard positive things from other guests. I used the gym, which was just okay. It could benefit from an upgrade—it felt small, lacked modern equipment, and didn’t offer great views. On the other hand, the massage I got at the spa was absolutely fantastic. One of the highlights for me was the room. The views were stunning, and elite club members have access to a private area with comfortable day beds—a great perk. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay.
Kathy, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best all inclusive ive ever stayed in!! A+++++

There arent enough amazing adjectives to describe how much i loved this resort. It was fun, on a beautiful stretch of beach and the service was impeccable from the moment we pulled up to the front doors. The rooms are comfortable as are the beds (kind of wish they were queen size instead of double). The views are breathtaking from the beach or the numerous pool areas to lounge in sun or shade with multiple infinity pools. Miguel at the pool and loungers had the kindest attitude while doing arduous work of moving loungers and heavy umbrellas all day. Down to the pepes daily bbq guy who fixed my dads plate just right. Down to every waiter and bar tender. Even the hand sanitizer man was the best. Its a few minutes drive to the coco bongo crazy nightlife area but they have so much entertainment there youll never want to leave. I would say what i hope for next time i go is their own late night DJ adult only party as an alternative to the white or jungle party for those over 30. The night entertainment was also excellent, hence why i think you keep the adult vibes going on the property lol rather than party bussing 30-80 yr olds to a vegas 21 yr old pool party at riu caribe being the only entertainment option on Wednesdays. Just have a dj dance party in white for those wanting to skip the foam party. Property was beautiful & clean and fun! But it was the workers who made it an EXCEPTIONAL stay. Oh and the food was also all incredible. Cant wait to go back!
Patricia, 3-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Stephen, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay, great service and newer, clean resort. Great pools with plenty of lounge chairs and shade available. Quality of food is good and readily available. Only issue was with over cooked steak, excessively salted steak, bland overcooked lobster tail. Room service was also excellent as was keeping the room stocked with drinks and snacks.
David, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

10/10 todo el servicio! La comida y las habitaciones
juan jose, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great adults-only hotel in Cancún!

This hotel was a great find! The facilities were excellent, offering everything I needed and more. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making my stay even more enjoyable. My room was comfortable and well-appointed, and I appreciated the attention to detail. Overall, I had a wonderful experience and would definitely recommend this hotel.
Fabian, 5-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

David, 7-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Justine, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

maxim, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, peaceful, great service!
Alina, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend

Awesome resort that we would absolutely come back to. Excellent service the entire time. We ate at Italian restaurant 3 times it was so good. Staff there was great but I’ve forgotten their names. Arron was great at dinner buffet; love his hair. Pool and beach wait staff was exceptional with Jesus, Jhonny and Addy.
Andrew, 6-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Vince, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was nice, clean, safe.
Shakeila, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

GABRIEL, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Kimberly, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

It’s a No for Riu

My main issue is with the reception and management. If you use hotels.com, they act like you have a major problem and there is absolutely nothing they can do to accommodate your requests, ie any comps/concessions, even if said comp would be considered appropriate. The front desk staff have zero desire to help. I’ve never felt such a cold response from staff like I did there. They just don’t care because you already paid. I won’t be returning. Aside from the front desk staff, the rooms are set up to view things like first level roofs and the loud road. The design of the building is bad with a lot of rooms with not so great views and long walks from the elevator. The warm tubs in the spa are pointless, as there is very little appeal to sitting in 86F pools. I’m not sure who thought that was a good idea. The buffet is too pork heavy. The lobby should be better air conditioned. I would recommend going to a different hotel. Room service is limited, ie don’t go ordering chicken wings on the menu, it’s only for the “elite” members. Thanks for making me feel special Riu. Sometimes you win some, sometimes you lose, this was a big loss for me($$$)
Shereef, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great resort with wonderful amenities
Maria, 4-night trip
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