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Riu Playacar

4 stars
From
C$ 232
Cheapest

rate per night

8.6
Great
325 reviews
Sun 12/5
-
Mon 13/5
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 232
Double room
C$ 341
Superior Room
C$ 360

About Riu Playacar

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi, Breakfast, and Parking for free

The Riu Playacar Hotel is located right on Playa del Carmen beach, providing a 24-hour all-inclusive resort that features modern rooms and amenities with a tropical feel. There are over 300 guest rooms and suites available, offering flat screen TVs with satellite, free minibars, air conditioning, free WiFi (available throughout the hotel), and upgraded bathrooms. The hotel also features three swimming pools and a private beach, an onsite spa and wellness center, and a fitness center and gym. The RiuLand Kids’ Club offers fun activities for kids while the parents relax and explore the area.

This hotel features four restaurants and four bars, with food and drinks included in your all-inclusive stay. The restaurants offer unique themes and a buffet option, and there are a number of activities and entertainment options for all ages offered by the hotel’s entertainment team. The Riu Playacar Hotel offers standard rooms and suites as well as family rooms, and all of them include a private balcony or terrace that overlooks the pool, hotel grounds, or the beach. There is a swim-up bar in the pool area, as well as a children’s pool with slides and water toys.

There are meeting and event spaces located both indoors and outside of this hotel in the Riviera Maya, which is a great choice for destination weddings. Group rates, all-inclusive wedding packages, and other packages are available for meetings, weddings, and special events. Planning services, equipment rentals, and catering can all be provided by the hotel event staff.

Latest deals for Riu Playacar

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Mon 13/5
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Superior Room
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Standard Room
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1 king bed

*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Riu Playacar

  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Adapter
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Mini-market on site
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • 24hr front desk

Pool and spa

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Child pool
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' club
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Playground

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Public bath
  • Private bathroom

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach towels
  • Grill
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Snorkeling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon
  • Night club

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled Access
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge

General

  • Beachfront
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Riu Playacar

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

8.6
Very goodBased on 325 verified guest reviews
8.9Solo
8.5Families
8.2Friends
8.7Couples

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8.0 Very good
Pros:Staff service, food, facilities
Cons:Room air conditioner wasn’t the best and rooms decoration are a bit old.

Location

Avenida Xaman-Ha, Manzana 6, Lote 6, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

What's nearby

  • Playacar Golf Club0.5 km
  • Aviario Xaman Ha1.5 km
  • Yucatek Divers2.4 km
  • Calle Quinta Avenida2.5 km
  • Playa principal de Playa del Carmen2.6 km
  • Parque 28 de julio2.7 km
  • Muelle Navega3.3 km
  • Mamita's Beach Club3.7 km
  • Parque Xplor4.1 km
  • Xcaret Park4.3 km
  • Terminal marítima Punta Venado5.7 km
  • El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Club11 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Riu Playacar

Low season

September

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 454

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 452
Cheapest month to stay with an average 47% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 52% rise in price.
Average Sun. - Thu. price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri. & Sat. price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Riu Playacar

Price per night. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
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Top tips for your stay at Riu Playacar

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Riu Playacar, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Riu Playacar, plan to stay on a Monday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Riu Playacar was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 471, while the most expensive was C$ 471.
  • How long should you stay at Riu Playacar? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 7 days.

FAQs when booking at Riu Playacar

  • Where is Riu Playacar located?

    Riu Playacar is located at Avenida Xaman-Ha, Manzana 6, Lote 6 in Playacar, 2.4 km from the centre of Playa del Carmen. Playacar Golf Club is the closest landmark to Riu Playacar.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Riu Playacar?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Riu Playacar.

  • Does Riu Playacar offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Riu Playacar offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Riu Playacar offer free parking?

    Yes, Riu Playacar offers free parking.

  • How far is Riu Playacar from the airport?

    Riu Playacar is 19.3 km from Cozumel. Riu Playacar is 52 km from Cancun.

  • Does Riu Playacar have a pool?

    Yes, Riu Playacar has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Riu Playacar hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Riu Playacar in Playa del Carmen and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Riu Playacar and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Riu Playacar.

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3-star hotel
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3-star hotel
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3-star hotel
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4-star hotel
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5-star hotel
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4-star hotel
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3-star hotel
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5-star hotel
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Good to know

Value for money

8.3

Distance to downtown

2.4 km

Nearest Airport

Cozumel

Distance to airport

19.4 km