Playa del Carmen is a cosmopolitan town located on the Caribbean Sea about 35 miles South of Cancun in the heart of Mexico's Mayan Riviera. The town is small enough where you can walk just about anywhere you need to go. The location of Playa del Carmen and its nearby attractions makes this the perfect holiday destination for a Caribbean Vacation.


Lodging runs the gamut from youth hostels to upscale, boutique hotels available in all price ranges. There are over one hundred Playa del Carmen hotels to choose from and all are within town and walking distance to the beach.

A typical day in Playa, as the locals call it, can be spent relaxing under an umbrella propped along the breathtaking Mayan Riviera beaches sipping a margarita. The azure sea is the perfect temperature for a swim, and the ocean breeze is steady enough to keep you cool. Seaside bars and restaurants are located all along Playa del Carmen beaches and are the perfect place to kick off your shoes and enjoy lunch with your toes in the cool, white sand.


During the afternoon, you may browse the many shops and markets along 5th Avenue. Banks, pharmacies, one-hour-film developing, liquor stores and supermarkets are located downtown and nearby.

Playa is located in the perfect location and there are many opportunities for day trips from Playa del Carmen to explore Mayan ruins, snorkel, swim in a cenote (underground cave), or explore the charming island of Isla Mujeres.
Riu Palace Mexico is located in the exclusive Playacar resort area, overlooking the turquoise waters of the Mexican Caribbean, just 5 minutes from Playa del Carmen. Its impressive architecture encompasses 434 deluxe guestrooms featuring unique amenities, such as Riu's renowned minibar and liquor dispenser.
The hotel offers an exquisite selection of à la carte restaurants and spectacular buffets, complemented by continental breakfast room service and 24-hour All Inclusive (snacks and beverages). Our exchange privileges programme allows access to all other sister properties in the Riu Resort complex.
The Riu Palace is the ideal choice for a superbly luxurious and relaxing holiday!All meals and snacks:
Breakfast:
* Full American breakfast buffet, on the spot cooking stations, fruits, juices and Cava
* Continental breakfast/snack
Lunch:
* On the spot cooking stations
* Italian and Mexican cuisineDinner ("Don Julian" restaurant):
* Buffets and on the spot cooking stations
* Special evenings: theme buffet (three times a week)Optional dining (reservations required in advance):
* Brazilian Rodizio
* Grill and steakhouse
* "Sir Edward" gourmet restaurant
* "Miyagi" Japanese restaurant

Customer Review: We just got back from the Riu Palace Mexico on January 10th.
It was great from the food to the huge room. The service was top notch!! We highly recommend this and will be back next year.