Located near Playacar Golf Club and Beach, Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive offers 18 holes of golf and scuba diving in the Caribbean Sea. Guests can enjoy Asian cuisine among four restaurants or relax with cocktails at the swim-up bar—experiences that consistently earn praise.
Located in Playacar, a neighbourhood in Playa del Carmen, Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive is next to a golf course and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Playacar Beach, while Xplor Theme Park and Xcaret Eco Theme Park are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Xaman Ha Aviary and Temazcal Natura. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as waterskiing and other activities like golfing. Visit our Playa del Carmen travel guide
Avenida Xaman Ha Manzana Lote, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
What's nearby
Playacar Beach
10 min walk - 0.8 km
Quinta Avenida
3 min drive - 2.9 km
Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Playacar Golf Club
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Mayan Ruins of Playacar
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
51 min drive
Restaurants
Viva Wyndham Maya
4 min walk
rosa roja
4 min walk
Turquesa
4 min walk
Sicilia
8 min walk
Bar Arrecife
12 min walk
About this property
Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive
All-inclusive family-friendly property near Playacar Beach
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, an adjacent golf course and a swim-up bar at Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive. This property is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sunloungers and scuba diving. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or a massage at Renova Spa, the on-site spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and Asian cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; other things to do include kayaking, snorkelling and windsurfing. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and shopping on-site.
Other perks at this property include:
3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with a waterslide, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Limo/town car service, babysitting (surcharge) and a TV in reception
Multilingual staff, wedding services and secured bike storage
Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale, overall value and helpful staff
Room features
All 396 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
22-inch TVs with satellite channels
Recycling, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping
All-inclusive details
This property is all-inclusive. On-site 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
Snorkelling
Surfing/body boarding
Windsurfing
Land activities
Fitness facilities
Volleyball
Lessons/classes/games
Aerobics
Entertainment
Access to off-site nightclubs
On-site live performances
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Ecostars – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
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
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 58.66 per accommodation, per night
We have included all 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-authorise 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Due to Mexican government regulations, Riu Hotels and Resorts will no longer exchange US dollars for Mexican pesos at their properties located in Mexico.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive have a pool?
Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Is Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive?
Checkout is at noon.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive?
Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and drinks are included, and activities include windsurfing, snorkelling, kayaking and more.
Where is Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive located?
Located in Playacar, this beachfront property is next to a golf course and within a 15-minute walk of Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha and Playacar Beach. Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Reviews
Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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The rooms were very clean, staff was always pleasant, any requests that we made were fullfilled quickly. There was something going on everyday. The food was descent for resort food. We loved the steak house!
Clean room, friendliness, helpful staff, fast check in
Latif
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Honey
28 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great staff, very nice Property overall, food can be better but we are not picky eaters, we can eat anything, drinks are all great, My kids love the beach and pool, Great music, i had a Great Birthday week.Lots of activities and events❤️
We had a really good stay at Riu Playacar, food was great (both buffet and a la carte restaurants), service was fantastic and everything was really well kept, we have stayed at this resort twice and would not hesitate to do it again.
JESUS
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon Marie
25 Jan 2026
Staff was amazing. Very clean. Organized. Great a sctivities
Nice spacious rooms, excellent customer service. Food was decent but not bad for a all inclusive resort, lots of options every single day. The beach was beautiful. Drinks were good, I will definitely be back!