Riu Palace
Riu Palace Riviera Maya
Playacar, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Families welcome
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The short version
Riu Lupita swaps a beachfront address for tropical gardens inside the Playacar development. The sea is about 2.5 km away, and a free shuttle takes you to a beach club with its own pool, seaside dining and bars. Back at the hotel there are pools, including one for children, plus the RIU Land kids' club, a tennis court and a nightclub. Consider it if you're happy riding to the sand rather than stepping straight onto it.
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Good to know
- A family resort set in tropical gardens inside the Playacar development.
- A free shuttle runs to a beach club that has its own pool, seaside dining and bars.
- On site you'll find pools, including a children's pool, plus the RIU Land kids' club, a tennis court and a nightclub.
- About 50 km from Cancun International Airport (CUN).
Before you book
The hotel is not on the beach. It sits about 2.5 km from the sea, so beach time means taking the free shuttle to the beach club.
Quick answers
Questions about Riu Lupita
Is Riu Lupita on the beach?
No. It's about 2.5 km from the sea. A free shuttle runs to a beach club with its own pool, seaside dining and bars.
How far is Riu Lupita from Cancun airport?
About 50 km from Cancun International Airport (CUN). Ask me and I'll look at transfer options for your flight times.
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Riu Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta & Riviera Nayarit, Mexico
Families welcome
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Facts checked September 2026 against the resort's official website. Details change, so ask me and I'll confirm anything that matters to your trip.
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