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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Mujeres

Enjoy a 4.4-star all-inclusive stay at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Mujeres, featuring 5 pools, spa, beach access, and close to Isla Mujeres and Playa Norte in Cancún.

Blvd. Costa Mujeres, 77400 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 6251 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Indoor and outdoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced Comfort and Attentive Service with a Relaxed Atmosphere

Recent visitors highlight excellent staff friendliness, well-maintained grounds, and a variety of amenities that cater to both families and groups. Food quality and dining options receive mixed reviews, with buffets favored over some a la carte restaurants. The beach and pools are standout features, though the property's somewhat remote location and occasional noise are noted.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, attentive, and helpful staff, with specific mentions of bartenders and service team members.
  • Well-maintained, clean rooms and beautiful, manicured grounds creating a pleasant environment.
  • Variety of pools including adult-only areas and ample beach space with minimal vendor intrusion.
  • Fun daily activities geared toward both families and groups, fostering a lively yet relaxed atmosphere.
  • Efficient and smooth check-in processes and reliable shuttle service to airport and nearby attractions.

Worth knowing

  • Some a la carte restaurants, like the steakhouse, receive mixed or lower reviews compared to the buffet, which is generally more favored.
  • Rooms may have smaller beds than preferred by some guests, and occasional hallway noise can occur.
  • Located about a 45-minute drive from Cancun International Airport, with limited nightlife nearby but shuttle service available.
  • One of the adult-only pools is reserved for Elite members, which can restrict access unexpectedly.
  • Ocean conditions can vary due to wind and occasional seaweed, affecting beach and swimming experiences.

Best for

  • Visitors seeking a casual, all-inclusive beach resort with diverse pools and family-friendly amenities.
  • Groups and families looking for a lively yet relaxed setting with plentiful activities and entertainment.
  • Travelers who prioritize excellent service and clean, comfortable accommodations over upscale dining.
  • Guests interested in exploring nearby attractions like Isla Mujeres, Playa Norte, and underwater museums.
  • Those valuing good value for money in a secluded location with easy access to beach and water sports.
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About this property

Welcome to Hotel Riu Palace Costa Mujeres

Located on the beachfront of Bahía de Mujeres along the Caribbean Sea, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Mujeres offers a casual all-inclusive experience about 36 km from Cancun International Airport. The property features five pools, including adult-only options, two swim-up bars, a gym, and a spa, catering to a mix of families and groups seeking both relaxation and activity. Accessibility and kid-friendly amenities further enhance its appeal.

The resort provides a variety of service options such as free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, room service, and airport shuttle, alongside beach access and on-site dining that includes a steakhouse and a coffee shop. While the buffet generally receives positive mentions for variety and service, some guests found the à la carte restaurants hit or miss, highlighting the steakhouse as worth trying despite mixed reviews. Cleanliness and attentive staff are frequently noted as strong points by visitors.

Guests have access to nearby activities including diving and water sports offered by local vendors, as well as cultural and natural attractions like Isla Mujeres and the MUSA underwater sculpture museum. Those who prefer to explore can find multiple hotels within close proximity, including other well-rated properties along Costa Mujeres.

Feedback points to a resort that balances a lively atmosphere with family friendliness and attentive service, though some guests mention minor noise issues and variability in food quality. The value for money and overall guest satisfaction make it a practical choice for visitors looking for a laid-back beachfront stay away from Cancun’s city center.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Indoor and outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Beach access
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
All-inclusive available
Airport shuttle
Spa
Fitness center
Golf course
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Business center
Pet-friendly
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

M
Mike Apr 18, 2026
10

I have been here twice. Really amazing resort to go with a group. Miguel from the lobby bar makes the best cocktails, he made our trip memorable! All of the buffet wait staff were always very attentive. Rooms were modern, and cleaned well daily. They also had an included turn down service - we were so impressed with this! Fun daily activties by the pool and beach, Emmanual and everyone else kept us entertained. This resort has a party-centric, yet relaxing and a family friendly vibe. Beach is 10/10 my favourite in all of Mexico Food is good, I would say the buffet much better than the al-a-cartes. However Krystal and Steakhouse were both excellent and are worth checking out. I would return here again for a third time. Good value resort

MD
Maryjo Demarco Mar 02, 2026
10

Delta vacation pkg. Drive from airport 45-50 minutes. Pristine grounds, seamless check in. Room #1108 beautiful and clean. HVAC was solid but still a wee bit humid at night. It is a quiet area but excursions to Isla or parties are available. Pools are separate for adults only, kids activities are plenty, as are gym and activities. Pool activities are good and plenty of beach to sit or play Food at restaurants is equally good, fusion, Japanese and steakhouse, with no issue getting in around 6-630. Buffet has theme nights and food was always plentiful, delicious and served with a smile. Servers in all areas are efficient, friendly and work tirelessly at their assigned job. Never felt pressured or unsafe throughout the week.

KE
Kyle Enderle Feb 07, 2026
10

We were extremely impressed with this resort. I have been to 2 other resorts and by far this one is our favorite. Food is great. Staff is so amazing (especially the announcer Johnny and the bartender Erich!!) and there is lots to do at all times. The resort is kept extremely clean. I highly highly recommend this resort. The only thing that I didn't love was the beds were a little bit small in the rooms. Our specific room had 2 smaller full size beds. I would have preferred at least a queen sized bed but I'm sure there's other rooms with that. Over all though 10/10 experience. I think the biggest thing that made this resort incredible was the staff. I mean they were ALL so great. Everyone is very friendly, helpful, and entertaining. Thank you for making my vacation amazing.

DJ
Deondre Jackson Jan 19, 2026
10

Stayed for 3 nights. The location is a bit of a drive from the city center, but it has a free shuttle and is nice and secluded. The room was beautiful, and housekeeping was perfect. You do hear a bit of noise in the hall or when your neighbors close their door. Never had an issue finding chairs at the beach or at the pools. The food is okay. You won’t go hungry, but nothing blew me away. The buffet is your average buffet. The earlier you go, the fresher it is. Went to the steakhouse and wasn’t impressed. The Italian was way better. Drinks were good, not much to mention there. The real place this property shines is in service. Everyone was friendly and very helpful, a pleasure to chat with. Special thanks to Juan at reception, Frank at the Pool Bar, Enrique serving on the beach and Luiscito at the Buffett he served us every breakfast and lunch during our stay and was phenomenal. Overall it’s a pretty good all inclusive and the value for the money is exceptional

JR
Joann Rispoli Jan 18, 2026
10

This was our first time staying at a Rui Hotel. We were very pleased with everything that this hotel has to offer. It was my husband’s Birthday and we were so surprised to come back to our room and find a Birthday cake made out of towels,balloons, candy. A card and 2 pieces of delicious cake for him. He thought I had told them but I hadn’t. They did it all on their own. Thank you for everything! We will be back!

JL
John Loffswold Jan 17, 2026
8.0

Beautiful resort that is constantly being cleaned! The rooms are great & have plenty of room. The buffet has a great variety of food, but it is typical buffet food & needs to be seasoned. They need to disclose that one of the "Adults Only" pools is reserved for Elite members only. We were kicked out after we ordered drinks, when there were only 3 people in the pool & 2 people sitting out in chairs, while the other pools were packed! The beach was wonderful and they did a great job keeping the seaweed raked off.

EF
Eicke Felipe Jan 15, 2026
10

Just spent 4 nights with my kids out there. Transfer was spot on both ways. Hotel infrastructure very good. Restaurants, had to be at the door 30 min before opening on both most populars Japanese and steak house, the second was definitely worth it, first one was just okay. The water park is one of the reasons I booked this hotel and it paid off, no big crowds and lots of fun. Beach is awesome but few seaweeds and it was very windy for two days so the ocean was mad. Food quality is great at the buffet. I have no complain other than they booked a weeding one night and there was not show at the hotel, so they sent us to the neighboring Riu hotel (5 min walk).

G
Gwen Jan 06, 2026
10

Beautiful resort with exceptional cleanliness. Grounds are very manicured and lovely. Rooms are very nice, stocked fridge and mini bar. Beach is beautiful and perfect for very long walks. Pools are plenty so not crowded. Never harassed on beach by vendors. Staff are friendly and accommodating. Pepe’s food by the pool is awesome and went out of their way to find us a veggie burger!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Hotel Riu Palace Costa Mujeres

Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Set on Bahía de Mujeres Beach along the Caribbean Sea, this laid-back all-inclusive hotel is a 7-minute walk from Splash Water World aquatic park at a sister hotel. Cancun International Airport is 36 km away.

  • Cancun International Airport 50 min Car
  • Cozumel International Airport 2 hr 56 Car
Things to do nearby

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