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Riu Palace Mexico


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“Beautiful beach front property” 15 Oct 2009 - nickyblack67
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Riu Palace Mexico
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Avenida Xaman-Ha Manzana 3 Lote 4 | Playacar, Playa del Carmen 77710, Mexico
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“Beautiful beach front property”
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5 of 5 stars
nickyblack67
usa
15 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

I would recommend this beach front Property for an Honeymoon, Anniversary etc. I love the cleaness of Hotel and the Hospitality was great as well. The speciality restaurants were good although i prefably prefer the buffet at Chillis Steak House there was more of an variety. The rooms were always restocked with Beverages such as Liquor, Soda, Water, and the... more

“this was paradise”
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5 of 5 stars
paradise76
New Windsor Il.
12 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

This was our first trip to Mexico. So glad we choose riu palace mexico. What a beautiful place. The resort is kept spotless, the staff go out of their way to pamper you,the beach is beautiful,white sand as far as you can see. Anice view of Cosmel across the water. The food was ok. The ice cream was very good.... more

“Great Trip for the Price”
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4 of 5 stars
luvthebeach_9
missouri
9 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We have stayed at this hotel 6 previous times. We got a good deal due to the "swine flu" panic. This was our first time back in a couple of years. The hotel looked a little more run down. We think that this hotel needs to be the next Riu to be remodeled. The staff continues to be excellent. The... more

“Pampered”
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5 of 5 stars
gbb12
chicago
8 Oct 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

The service was excellent, the shows professional, the rooms and grounds spotless. Lots of activities for everyone. Although the food was not bad, the quality has declined in the last two years. Still, plenty to eat. The best ice cream! Drinks always flowing but no drunkenness observed. Guest were reserved and polite. Can use the other four Riu's nearby for... more

“R&R even with a toddler.”
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5 of 5 stars
travelprocloverdale2
Surrey, Canada
6 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Family
1/1 found this review helpful

The Riu Palace Mexico is a beautiful Resort. I have stayed at 5 Riu resorts and the palace definately live up to their name. The mexico is a much quieter hotel than the Riu Palace Riviera Maya. Less activities Poolside. Most people spent the days at the beach under shaded areas by Palm Trees having drink service come to you!... more

“Simply the best holiday hotel ever.”
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5 of 5 stars
jeffersdc
south wales
5 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples
4/4 found this review helpful

Just returned from 2 weeks holiday in theis Hotel and cannot find enough praises to sing about the place, and it's staff. It has every thing a couple could ask for. The food was super, with speciality resturants (5) a beach location to die for, two pools a swim up bar, super rooms and facilites, spa etc. Nothing is to... more

“What a Place!!!”
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5 of 5 stars
buddyShropshire
shropshire
5 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples
4/4 found this review helpful

We have just returned from the most wonderful holiday we have ever had. Words cannot express how we felt about the Riu Palace Mexico - from the sheet luxury of the hotel, the excellent service, cleanliness and friendliness of the staff - it is hard to put into words. We cannot praise them enough. Nothing was too much trouble, and... more

“Honeymoon was perfect. Our 2nd trip there.”
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5 of 5 stars
BLHickson
Savannah, GA
5 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

My new husband and I returned to RPM for our honeymoon almost 1 yr after our 1st visit. Everything was very good the first time, but our honeymoon was perfect because the staff remembered our names, gave us VIP treatment, and gave us extra special attention, from extra "towel art" in our upgraded room (ocean view w/ jacuzzi suite), special... more

“Greatest vacation ever at the Riu Palace Mexico”
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5 of 5 stars
psnyder13
ohio
4 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples
2/2 found this review helpful

My husband and I spent our 35th wedding anniversary at the Riu Palace Mexico. It was the best trip yet that we have taken. We will definitely return. The hotel, staff, environment, food, service, beach and location were absolutely fabulous. The hotel made our anniversary very special by sending to our room greetings, gifts, and food. It definitely was a... more

“Riu Palace - Very nice for an adult get away”
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4 of 5 stars
txinky005
Kentucky
1 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples
3/3 found this review helpful

My wife and I were celebrating our 25th Anniversary and decided to stay at the Riu Palace, since we had stayed at other Riu properties in the past and always enjoyed ourselves. The hotel property is very nice, with pleasant landscaping and fountains in a mission style property. The rooms were large and open with tall ceilings and decent sized... more

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Address: Avenida Xaman-Ha Manzana 3 Lote 4 | Playacar, Playa del Carmen 77710, Mexico