Riu Playacar is a comfortable beachfront All-Inclusive resort with a main building surrounded by 2-3 story bungalows and 15,000 square meters of tropical garden area. Each air-conditioned room features a ceiling fan, mini-bar, private balcony or terrace.

The Mexican Street offers a vast array of shops, services and boutiques. Guests can also enjoy food and beverage service until 2am, free entrance and drinks at two discos, and the use of all of the bars within the Riu complex (except those at Riu Palace).

No Spring breakers

Set within the exclusive Playacar development near the 18-hole Playacar Golf Club, Riu Playacar is situated beachfront only 3km from the small town of Playa del Carmen. A commercial center with a variety of shops is only 50m away.

Riu Playacar is situated on a white sandy beachfront dotted with lounge chairs, perfect for relaxing beneath the warm Caribbean sun. Enjoy complimentary towel service, and explore the crystalline waters with one of the many on-site water sports.

The lovely outdoor fresh-water pool area features a comfortable poolside sun terrace with lounge chairs, sun-umbrellas and towel service, as well as a separate area for kids. Take advantage of the free scuba lesson, or enjoy a cool drink at the pool bar.

Aerobics, Gym, Two Floodlit Hard Surface Tennis Courts, Windsurfing, Sailing, Kayaks, Boogie Boards and Snorkel Equipment. Nightly Entertainment, free entrance and drinks at the lively discos Piņata (Hotel Riu Tequila) and the Espuela (Riu Yucatan).

El Porche
The main dining room, offering delicious buffet meals and on-the-spot cooking. Sample one of the special theme buffets offered twice a week, or else enjoy exclusive terrace seating overlooking the lovely landscaped grounds. There is a non-smoking area.

Turquesa Restaurant
A poolside grill and restaurant, the Turquesa offers cold and hot starters, meats, fish and snacks throughout the day, with special a la carte dinners during the evening (advance reservations for dinner are required).

There is an entertainment program for children between the ages of 4 to 12 years old several times a week.

Hotel Riu Playacar Photos