Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.0
out of 5
258 reviews
Great Vacation

I had an amazing vacation at Riu Caribe. I feel that the entertainment staff at this hotel really... See full review

  • Jkmc24
  • Apr 17, 2012
Terrific resort with so much to do!

The Entertainment team was amazing - Juan, Jessica, Alessandro, really the whole crew! The food was... See full review

  • Mountain Mama
  • Apr 15, 2012
Oceanfront all-inclusive Cancun resort between a lagoon and the sea

The RIU Caribe is situated on a tranquil beach along the Caribbean Sea. The nine-story, all-inclusive resort has three a la carte restaurants and a buffet dining option during breakfast, lunch and dinner. The property houses a spa, two tennis courts, a gym, steam bath and Jacuzzi. Non-motorized waters sports, such as kayaking and windsurfing, are also offered. Children benefit from a club and playground. Organized daytime activities and live music and theme shows at night further lend a festive vibe. Avid golfers can visit a course nearby (fees apply).

Highlights
  • Three all-inclusive a la carte dining options, buffet dining and four bars
  • Club for kids with playground and swimming pool with child-oriented area
  • Rooms with private terraces or balconies and stunning views
Rooms

Each of the 506 guest rooms at RIU Caribe have a king or two double beds and oversized marble bathrooms, plus individual climate control, satellite TV, a stocked mini bar and liquor dispenser, and in-room safe. Rooms have either private ocean view or oceanside balcony or terrace.

Features

Guests of the beachfront RIU Caribe enjoy all-inclusive amenities at three a la carte restaurants as well as buffet meals (some themed) and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at four bars. A fitness center with sauna, numerous non-motorized water sports, tennis courts and daily poolside activities are among the additional lures. In the evenings, guests can also take in live music and entertainment or simply relax on their own private terraces, cocktail in hand.

Transportation
  • Cancun International Airport (15 mi/ 24.1 km)
Attractions
  • Cancun Golf Club (1.2 mi/ 1.9 km)
  • Breathing Observation Bubble (2.3 mi/ 3.7 km)
  • Manchones Reef 3.9 mi/ 6.2 km)
Business
  • Meeting and banquet facilities for up to 450 people
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi in lobby and meeting areas
  • Three conference rooms
Policies and fees

There must be least one person of 21 years or older in every room. The hotel reserves the right to refuse admission and may not allow any room in which all guests are younger than 21 years. No student groups under 21 years or "spring breakers" are accepted.

Unless specified otherwise, the maximum occupancy is four people per room -- three adults plus one child or two adults plus two children. Four adults are not permitted. All bodies in room must fit on existing bedding. Any special request remains upon availability. Children and third adult must sleep in existing bedding.

Children under 2 years stay and eat free. Their age must be specified in the booking.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Riu Caribe All Inclusive Rooms

Deluxe Room
Standard guestroom amenities include two double beds or one king bed, private oversized bathrooms with marble decor, hair dryer and vanity mirror, central air conditioning, ceiling fan, direct dial telephone, color TV via satellite, alarm clock radio, mini-bar and liquor dispenser (restockable), balcony or terrace. safe deposit box.
Junior Suite
Junior suite guestroom amenities include one king or two double beds, living room area, private oversized bathrooms with marble decor, hair dryer and vanity mirror, central air conditioning, ceiling fan, direct dial telephone, color TV via satellite, alarm clock radio, mini-bar and liquor dispenser (restockable), safe deposit box, balcony or terrace.

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Hotel Map

Area served
Cancun, Mexico
Nearby airports
Cancun International Airport - 15 Miles
Area description
Beachfront location in the famous Cancun's resort area.

Amenities

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Barber/Beauty Shop
  • Conference Facilities
  • Doctor on Call
  • Elevators
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness center or spa
  • Free parking
  • Gift Shop
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Solarium
  • Spa services
  • Tennis
  • Wireless Internet

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
Meeting & Banquet facilities for groups up to 450 people. Free wireless Internet access (Lobby area and meeting rooms)

Dining

Snack Bar
Snack food.
Maria Margarita
Maria Margarita restaurant for dinner featuring a la carte gourmet Mexican specialties prepared in our own unique style.
Pizzeria
Italian Restaurant
Gaviotas
Beachfront Restaurant & Snack bar daily International Cuisine is offered in Gaviotas.
Lobby Bar
Start your evening in our popular and fun-filled lobby bar. Sip a pleasing cocktail while enjoying a magnificent Caribbean sunset and the latest rhythms of our house band.
Albatros
The main restaurant offering breakfast, lunch and dinner, our buffet style restaurant. Non smoking section available.
Theatre Bar
Enjor the Theatre bar watching the Riu Theme Shows
Pool & Swim up Bar
Enjoy a refreshing tropical cocktail at our pool bar. Open daily
Shangri-La
Asian Restaurant, buffet for dinner.
Sport Bar
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (258)

Ratings and reviews for Riu Caribe All Inclusive

Overall score

4 / 5
258 out of 258
Amenities:
4.1
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
3.9
Location:
4.2
Value:
4.3

86% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Jkmc24
Lindenhurst, NY, USA
Apr 17, 2012

Great Vacation

I had an amazing vacation at Riu Caribe. I feel that the entertainment staff at this hotel really made my vacation an enjoyable experience. The staff was so friendly and engaging with everyone. I would defintely book another vacation at this hotel again in the future.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Entertainment tip: Short drive from hotel

I did an all inclusive vacation with Riu Caribe. The nightlife I paid extra through the hotel entertainment staff, but it was defintely worth it because I paid $50-55 for a shuttle bus ride to our location and then we has bottle service with the staff. I had a great time and I would recommend it.

Review of Riu Caribe All Inclusive

Reviewer score

4
Mountain Mama
Aspen & New York
Apr 15, 2012

Terrific resort with so much to do!

The Entertainment team was amazing - Juan, Jessica, Alessandro, really the whole crew! The food was SUPERB along with the entire wait staff and bartenders. My husband and I surprised my brother's family (5 of them) what a FUN place for ALL ages. The nightly entertainment was terrific as well. Heard you are closing to finish the renovations - everything was nice but the gym needs an upgrade. We will return!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

The flea market next the the marina. You can hop on a boat also.

Review of Riu Caribe All Inclusive

Reviewer score

5
ohio
Apr 2, 2012

very good

The hotel staff is better than a cruise! Always wiling to please and efficient! Lots to do and if you don't want to do anything. The beach is too small therefore it seemed crowded and close together to your neighbor. so if you want privacy it's not going to happen. In the lobby at night time would be be quaint if the lights were dimmer. All in all It was pleasant. This was our second time at the Caribe.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

Exchange your money into pesos. One place would accept one of my 50$ bill but not the other one so had to put items back. Even a small amount such as the bus ride (.60) Paid with american dollar bill and the driver was supposed to give me change in pesos and did not even thou I asked for change.

Review of Riu Caribe All Inclusive

Reviewer score

3
LT Dan
Twin Falls,
Mar 31, 2012

Oceanview ha ha.

Showed up on time which was great. The staff at the front desk was not friendly at all. The lady was rude and very slow. The other staff, ie. bartenders, maids, were all friendly. Food was terrible, got sick for two of our six days and couldn't leave the room, and no I didn't drink the water. The food was just bad, tasted bad. The rooms were nice and clean. The value that we paid was not worth it, I would have rather stayed at a place that was not an all-inclusive. This place was just ok. I was supposed to get an ocean view room too and I was stuck on the first floor looking at the main road. The first couple nights the sirens kept going off and kept me awake.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
2
Review of Riu Caribe All Inclusive

Reviewer score

4
maacman44
NY
Mar 22, 2012

Great deal!!!

Stayed here for spring break. Great all inclusive package especially for the price. The resort has a great pool and beach area. Food and drink was plentiful but wasn't the best your ever gonna taste (but for this price, who cares).

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
5
Review of Riu Caribe All Inclusive

Reviewer score

2
wonder22
Windsor, ON, Canada
Mar 17, 2012

Great Hotel

Hotel in general is very nice, nice beach, big pools, 24h food and drinks, even safe and alcohols in the fridge included in all inclusive, this is super. Regarding to food we were not happy, quality was not the best, staff always in the mood and my wife lost new Tommy Hilfiger sweater in that hotel. Somebody stole it.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Not Applicable

Always bargain, even in the shops and be hard, show the money that this is only what you have left, that works.

Review of Riu Caribe All Inclusive

Reviewer score

3
Tired of kids
Bolingbrook Ill
Mar 14, 2012

spring breakers

If you want teenagers getting drunk by noon and screaming and running down the halls at all hours of the night , this is the place to go! I was there last year and it was very nice. I told the people at the check in that I did not want to be around the spring breakers and they put me the far away from the noise in a beautiful corner room. This time they put me right by the pool where it was very loud all day and into the evening. It seems they advertised for deals for spring breakers this year and they got all the better rooms. We were there from 3/6 to 3/13. I have to say the food in the main dining room was great. The waiters and waitress' are great too. The hotel was very clean.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
2
Value:
2
Review of Riu Caribe All Inclusive

Reviewer score

5
joananddave
Paris, IL 61944, USA
Mar 8, 2012

great pools and activities

The food was great. The evening shows were also great. The beach area was really sandy and clean. We parasailed right from our resort and absolutely loved it!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: In Hotel

Breakfast was best at the big buffet.

Review of Riu Caribe All Inclusive

Reviewer score

3
Sparty on
Macomb, MI, USA
Mar 7, 2012

Visit to Riu Caribe Cancun

Overall we had a great time, the layout of the facility was a little difficult to get around, not a easy flow. More outside stuff like a bar for the evening time would be nice. The staff was Great all around. The food buffets not bad but most of the time the food was warm not very hot. The speical resturants were good, the Steak House the Best. Thanks

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
2
Value:
2
Review of Riu Caribe All Inclusive

Reviewer score

3
StingrayNJ
NJ
Mar 6, 2012

Good but needs some changes for the better!

Issues with chk-in. They had only 2 of 3 rooms, got assigned a room where bed was broken. By the time we went downstairs to get a new room & came back, it was assigned to someone else who was already in our room with our bags! Finally found a supervisor who was able to assign all three rooms on the same floor. Towels are rough/old, toiletries are just ok. Staff is great!! Making reservations at special resturants is nuts - you better show up on time and hopefully can find a time slot not close to the closing time

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
3
Value:
2
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Lemoncillo - great italian food!

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