Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 star property

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4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Creator video
Aerial view
55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa

Explore the area

Map
Boulevard Kukulcan km 12, Zona Hotelera, Cancun, QROO, 77500
  • Marlin Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cancun Interactive Aquarium
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • La Isla Shopping Mall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite Ocean View Elite Club (M)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (E)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (E)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | E)

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | E)

  • 635 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | C)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (U)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(87 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | C)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (L)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Vista Mar (M)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Front Elite Club -L)

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (L)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Sea View (L)

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club - L)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club - L)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Ocean Front Elite Club (U)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Sea View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Ocean View Elite Club (U)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(162 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (U)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(148 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (M)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite Ocean View Elite Club (M)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | C)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Sea View (C)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (M)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (C)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Ocean Front Elite Club (M)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite Ocean View Elite Club (U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | E)

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite Premium with Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Suite Junior

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Suite Premium with Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

Suite Junior with Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite Junior with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite Premium with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite Junior with Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite Premium with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite Premium with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite Junior

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed

Suite Premium with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite Junior with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cancun

Located in Cancun (Zona Hotelera), Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive is within a 10-minute walk of La Isla Shopping Mall and Hotel Zone Beaches. .This all-inclusive hotel is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Gaviota Azul Beach and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Iberostar Cancun Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • Marlin Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cancun Interactive Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • La Isla Shopping Mall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cancun Convention Center - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Gaviota Azul Beach - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duna Pool Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Fish Fritanga - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cambalache - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪mb Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Adults-only beachfront hotel with 4 outdoor pools
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive offers 428 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Cancun hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a fitness center.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Renova. Services include massages and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 428 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 4 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
This hotel is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.

Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's 6 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the swim-up bar or one of the 4 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive has 6 restaurants on site.
24-hour room service is available.

All inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorized water sports are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkeling

Land activities

Fitness facilities

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Theme parties

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 6 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 12 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2022
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Lifeguards
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
When a room reservation includes a round-trip airport transfer at no charge, it's essential to respond to the supplier's message to arrange the shuttle service.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 79.20 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Riu Latino
Riu Kukulkan Inclusive Cancun
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan Adults Only
Riu Palace Kukulkan Adults Only All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan Adults Only All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive Hotel

Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2682 out of 3869 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 667 out of 3869 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 289 out of 3869 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 3869 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 136 out of 3869 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christiana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was AMAZING! Very clean and the staff treat you like royalty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Zachary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ecatherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not enough entertainment and games within the hotel. We had to pay just to play at the pool table.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Buffalo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All in all very solid - nothing amazing but nothing Terrible - relaxing and what was desired. Bonus was no one pushing excursions or timeshares
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yevgeniy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay at RIU Kukulkan. This hotel is in wonderful condition. Everything very clean
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was nice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cassidy

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanest resort I’ve ever been to; staff is constantly cleaning the common areas. Buffet was really good.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edith, prosper

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most clean and best service in cancun
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Staff is friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property, staff, blue water, outstanding. If you like day drinking and house music, this is for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vianey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiana

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

GERARDO

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Supawadee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Drink and party
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent our anniversary here for a nice long kid free extended weekend and it didnt disappoint. The staff was so nice and attentive. The pools were always clean. Lots of seating around and a good mix of the party people and ones who wanted to lounge. I loved all the options for food and miss that breakfast buffet. Definitely missing it but already looking into our next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenni, Papillion

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying at a RIU resort and this one definitely did not disappoint! Beautiful resort with surprisingly great food for an all inclusive. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose De Jesus Gutierrez

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food is actually really good for a all inclusive
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aneal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LIBRADA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfection
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sherman allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food and staff were excellent, huge open air mall walking distance to hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great all inclusive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025