Your Dream Vacay Awaits You at Hotel Riu Yucatan
The Hotel Riu Yucatan (24h All Inclusive) is located just 3km from the resort of Playa del Carmen, Mexico, in a seaside location with turquoise water and white sand where an excellent atmosphere is guaranteed.
With the All Inclusive service you’ll find it easy to enjoy a relaxing holiday as the hotel offers the best facilities, including three fresh water swimming pools, one of which includes a jacuzzi, a solarium terrace, a gym and the Renova Spa wellness centre with a range of different treatments and massages in Calle Mexicana.
Mexican cuisine is famous for its wide variety of recipes. It is recognised for its distinctive and sophisticated flavours which incorporate many different spices. It is a combination of gastronomic traditions, including Mesoamerican and European ones, as well as many others, which is why the buffet restaurant and the different themed restaurants of the hotel offer the best menus and made to order dishes.
The complex offers a wide selection of sports and activities that are organised by the hotel’s entertainers, whilst the entertainment programme will ensure every minute is unique. The hotel is located in a shared complex with the Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya, Hotel Riu Playacar, Hotel Tequila and the Hotel Riu Palace Mexico so you can find numerous activities such as table tennis, gymnastics, volleyball, Golf and water sports like windsurfing, catamaran, kayaking, bodyboarding, snorkelling and much more. At night we invite you to watch shows and listen to live music or visit the “La Piñata club” where you can dance to the best beats. Your children can also participate in the exclusive RiuLand entertainment programme where they can do crafts and activities with other children.
In the heart of the Mexican Caribbean you will find the famous Playa del Carmen, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Although it may be tempting, you mustn’t think that it is just white sand and turquoise water. This destination is full of surprises and places that you should visit and discover. If you want to go on excursions, we recommend you to visit places like the spectacular pyramids and ruins of the Mayans, the Biosphere Reserve of Sian Ka’an, the Crococum Zoo, the Botanic Gardens and other interesting visits that you can enjoy as a family, couple or with friends. There is lively nightlife in the area of Playa del Carmen, with bars, clubs and restaurants with excellent cuisine, cafés, terraces and beach parties.
The Hotel Riu Yucatan, a small Caribbean oasis in a marvellous setting surrounded by palm trees and crystal clear water. Enjoy the best offers of Mexico and spend some relaxing time at the hotel. For more information you can consult our Playa del Carmen travel guide.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Currency exchange service: due to the new laws enacted by the Mexican government, we hereby inform you that we will not be able to accept cash payment for stays or services in dollars. The new legislation also prohibits reception from exchanging dollars for pesos. This new legislation will not affect transactions carried out in other currencies.
Student (Spring Breaker) policies. Students (Spring Breakers), whether individuals or groups, of any age, are not accepted at this hotel. RIU Hotels & Resorts reserves the right of admission. If you have any queries, please contact the call centre.
All meals and snacks
Breakfast:
Full American breakfast buffet and live cooking stations
Continental breakfast / snacks
Lunch:
Hot and cold buffet and live cooking stations
Grill in the pool area
Dinner:
Buffets and live cooking stations
Special evenings: themed buffet (three times a week)
Optional dining:
“Sicilia” Italian restaurant (buffet)
“La Margarita” steakhouse (à la carte)
“Shanghai” Asian restaurant (buffet)
Reservations required:
Mexican restaurant (at Beach Club; à la carte)
Appropriate attire required for dinner.
Snacks 24 hours a day
For additional lunches and snacks, free choice from a selection of restaurants in the Riu Yucatan, Riu Playacar and Riu Tequila hotels
Beverages:
Unlimited local and imported beverages 24 hours a day
Access to all bars in the Riu Yucatan, Riu Playacar and Riu Tequila hotels
Regularly restocked minibar and liquor dispenser
In-room safe
Sports and activities:
Gym, beach volleyball court, 1 introductory scuba diving lesson in pool
Group fitness activities in the RiuFit area (daily)
Sauna
Small catamaran, kayaking, pedaloes, body board and snorkelling equipment
Entertainment:
Daytime entertainment programme for children ages 4 to 7 and ages 8 to 12 at “RiuLand” (daily)
Daytime entertainment programme for adults (daily)
Live music, shows or Riu evening programme (daily)
At the Riu Tequila hotel:
“Riu Get Together Party”, theme parties for guests of all Riu hotels in Playa del Carmen, once a week
“Pacha” discotheque (free entry and drinks), open every night
All accommodation, taxes and tips included
All hotel guests are required to wear an “All Inclusive” wristband for identification purposes
Double Standard
The Double Standard rooms at the Hotel Riu Yucatan are perfectly equipped to offer you everything you need during your stay. In these 27-m2 rooms, you’ll find two small double beds (125×200 cm) or one king-size bed (200×200 cm), satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar and beverage dispenser, and a balcony or terrace.
Jr. Suite
The Junior Suites at the Hotel Riu Tequila offer you the best amenities for enjoying your stay to the utmost. In these 54-m2 rooms, you’ll find one king-size bed (200×200 cm) or two small double beds (125×200 cm), a sofa in the lounge area, satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar and beverage dispenser, and a balcony or terrace for enjoying the hotel surroundings.
All Inclusive features
Sports and activities:
Gym, beach volleyball court, 1 introductory scuba diving lesson in pool
Group fitness activities in the RiuFit area (daily)
Sauna
Small catamaran, kayaking, pedaloes, body board and snorkelling equipment
Entertainment:
Daytime entertainment programme for children ages 4 to 7 and ages 8 to 12 at “RiuLand” (daily)
Daytime entertainment programme for adults (daily)
Live music, shows or Riu evening programme (daily)
At the Riu Tequila hotel:
“Riu Get Together Party”, theme parties for guests of all Riu hotels in Playa del Carmen, once a week
“Pacha” discotheque (free entry and drinks), open every night
Sports and facilities nearby (additional charge):
Various water sports available
18-hole golf course
The RIU Group has no direct or indirect relationship with external services (especially PARASAILING) and does not assume any liability for them, any contract between them being the exclusive responsibility of the clients themselves.
All Inclusive 24 hours
All meals and snacks
Breakfast:
Full American breakfast buffet and live cooking stations
Continental breakfast / snacks
Lunch:
Hot and cold buffet and live cooking stations
Grill in the pool area
Dinner:
Buffets and live cooking stations
Special evenings: themed buffet (three times a week)
Optional dining:
“Sicilia” Italian restaurant (buffet)
“La Margarita” steakhouse (à la carte)
“Shanghai” Asian restaurant (buffet)
Reservations required:
Mexican restaurant (at Beach Club; à la carte)
Appropriate attire required for dinner.
Snacks 24 hours a day
For additional lunches and snacks, free choice from a selection of restaurants in the Riu Yucatan, Riu Playacar and Riu Tequila hotels
Beverages:
Unlimited local and imported beverages 24 hours a day
Access to all bars in the Riu Yucatan, Riu Playacar and Riu Tequila hotels
Regularly restocked minibar and liquor dispenser
“La Hacienda” restaurant with terrace
“Shanghai” Asian restaurant
“Sicilia” Italian restaurant
“La Margarita” poolside restaurant / steakhouse
Mexican restaurant (at Beach Club)
“Cancun” lobby bar
“Mezcal” pavilion bar
“Tequila” pavilion bar
“El Templo” lounge
“Ibiza” poolside bar with chill-out area
“Cozumel” swim-up bar
“Pepe’s Food” Grill
3 swimming pools, 468/360/200 sq.m.
Small pool with swim-up bar, 73 sq.m.
Free whirlpool bath
Children’s swimming pool, 70 sq.m.
Free sun loungers, towels and parasols by pool area
Sun terrace
“RiuLand” kids’ club and children’s playground
Use of computers with Internet access (free of charge)
Free WiFi throughout hotel
Under Mexican legislation it is not permitted to smoke in the bedrooms or public areas of the hotel. Smoking is only permitted in the areas specifically designated for this purpose.
Inside the RIU Resort (next to hotel):
“Renova Spa”: beauty treatments, massages and hairdresser (additional charge); free gym and sauna
Use of the gym and sauna is restricted to guests over 18 years old. Sports shoes are compulsory when using the gym