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The first of the Riu Palace
resorts to be built in Mexico is still one of its finest. Located in the
planned community of Playacar just south of Playa del Carmen, this resort
anchors the six-resort all-inclusive Riu resort complex that also includes
the Riu Palace Riviera Maya, Riu Playacar, Riu Yucatan, Riu Tequila and Riu
Lupita. Guests staying at the Riu Palace Mexico have exchange privileges at
all these sister properties.
AMENITIES
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With all the adjacent sister
properties, the Riu Palace Mexico, gives guests the option of enjoying
many more pools, restaurants, bars and clubs than the ones listed here.
This beachfront resort offers several restaurants and bars as well as
entrance to the night club “La Piñata” located at the Riu Tequila.
Unlimited local and imported beverages 24 hours a day are included.
ROOMS
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All of the 434 deluxe
guestrooms are junior suites with central air and ceiling fans. Each
room has its own liquor dispenser and restocked mini bar all of which is
complimentary. Extra amenities include iron, ironing board, satellite
TV, in room safe, hairdryer and balcony or terrace. A handful of suites
are also available with additional living room and dressing room, some
also offer Jacuzzis.
POOLS
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Two large beachfront swimming
pools and a smaller children’s pool are surrounded by sun loungers, parasols
and a Jacuzzi on an expansive sun terrace. Towel service is complimentary. A
children’s playground is adjacent to the pool area.
ACTIVITIES (top)
Myriad daytime and nighttime
activities available at the Riu Palace Mexico include:
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Two floodlit hard surface
tennis courts, table tennis, volleyball.
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Water sports include
windsurfing, body board and snorkel equipment and one complimentary
scuba lesson in the pool.
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Sauna, Jacuzzi and gym are
available to guests at no additional charge.
Available at additional cost:
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18-hole golf course and
assorted water sports.
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Children’s daytime
entertainment program for ages 4 to 12 available several times a week.
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Live music and shows
available in each evening.
SPA SERVICES
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Renova Spa has a full menu of
treatment options. Facilities include complimentary use of the sauna, 2
Jacuzzis and gym. Body treatments and massage are available for additional
cost.
RESTAURANTS
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The Riu Palace Mexico
offers full American and continental breakfast options with live
cooking stations interspersed. Lunches offer Mexican and Italian
cuisine with on the spot cooking stations as well. Evening options
include buffet or sit down restaurants that include Brazilian
rodizio, grill and steakhouse, gourmet, Japanese and special theme
nights. |
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Don Julian –
Buffet with special on the spot cooking stations. Terrace and
non-smoking section available. Special theme buffets offered three
times per week. |
La Bodega –
Restaurant with changing menu. |
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Sir Edward –
Gourmet cuisine. |
Miyagi – Japanese
Restaurant. |
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El Patio – Beach
restaurant |
La Travatia –
Beach restaurant |
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Room Service –
From 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. |
BARS
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Drinks are available
around the clock including domestic and imported alcoholic
beverages. Besides the mini bar and liquor dispenser in your room,
you have the option of the following bars, not all of which offer
24-hour service. |
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Bar Cubano– Lobby
Bar |
Los Mariachis –
Lounge Bar with Terrace |
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El Kiosko –
Pavilion bar |
Las Conchas –
Swim up and pooside bar |
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Beach
Bar |
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