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Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 5.5, Lote 6-C, Cancun 77500, Mexico
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Southampton, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW via mobile

My partner and I have just returned from a 10 night stay at the Riu Caribe. We are 27 years old. After reading a few negative reviews before we left I wanted to leave my opinion. I absolutely loved this hotel. From the moment we arrived they can't do enough for you! Our room was 967. The view from the... More

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New Albany, Indiana
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

The RIU Caribe is a wonderful hotel with a very nice beach. The overall experience was 4 out of 5 stars. The staff and personnel were wonderful. The checkin process could be improved and it did take awhile before our bags made it to our room. The entertainment staff was great and the kids clud is awsome. Food was average... More

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Scotland
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We were here for the first 2 weeks in May for our honeymoon and really can't fault them. The whole place is clean and modern, the staff bend over backwards for you and the food is great! It was slightly out of the way from the main nightlife which is probably ideal for some people but the bus service is... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

After reading a few bad reviews i was quite apprehensive on what to expect at this hotel, after two fabulous weeks here with my partner i was so glad we picked this hotel. We arrived at the hotel on Saturday 4th May around 4pm, our luggage was taken off the coach and handed to the bell boys who took our... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Stayed here for a week in April and the hotel is faultless. I will start with the rooms, they were spacious, clean with a lovely powerfull shower, a well stocked fridge and mini bar and a small balcony, i would have loved a bath but thats only my preference. The food was first class, huge variety to choose from and... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

We stayed at this hotel from 4 May to 18 May 2013, we are actually going home today. This hotel has everything that you need, the staff are very helpful and the food is amazing! If we ever decide to come back to mexico, we will book the same hotel again. Oh and the entertainment staff are great, we will... More

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Huntington, West Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

We picked the best place in the world to celebrate our big 50 birthday! If I ever get the oppertunity to go back to CANCUN I will be staying at the RIU! The entire staff were wonderful from beginning to end. The room was clean and had plenty of room for the four. The grounds were very clean and the... More

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Panama City Beach, Florida
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

I am going to give my opinion on the Riu and it is based on staying at many all inclusives in Cancun and the Caribbean so I have something to actually compare this against.. Before I booked this hotel I read a lot of bad reviews and was hoping I did not make a mistake because if you are reading... More

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Sunderland, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

We stayed here for two weeks from end of April and are definitely returning plenty going on staff are great and always making sure your okay and having a good time. We loved the nights out with the entertainment staff always a laugh the city was our best night amazing night club :)) during the day the staff are always... More

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Houston, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Took another girls trip May 2013 and again stayed at Riu Caribe. The staff was great as always from the entertainment staff, house keeping and the front desk, everyone was friendly and helpful. The food is wonderful and the views are amazing. I highly recommend this hotel to everyone I know and will continue to stay here every time I... More

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What travellers say

  • Very good(54)
  • Steak house(51)
  • Pool area(46)
  • Entertainment staff(46)
  • Mexican restaurant(44)
  • Great time(38)
  • Lobby bar(23)
  • Sports bar(17)
  • Hotel zone(16)
  • Ocean views(15)

Additional Information about Riu Caribe

Address: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 5.5, Lote 6-C, Cancun 77500, Mexico
Region: Mexico > Yucatan Peninsula > Quintana Roo > Cancun
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#24 Top resorts Hotels in Cancun
#28 On the Beach Hotels in Cancun
#29 Family Hotels in Cancun
#38 Romantic Hotels in Cancun
Price Range: ££
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located in Cancun's resort area. 9-story building. On the beachfront. Complimentary sun loungers on the beach. 3 km. /1.9 miles from a shopping center. 4,5 km/2.5 miles from downtown Cancun. 21 km/13.1 miles to Cancun Int'l. Airport. Credit cards accepted: MasterCard, Amex, Visa ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
Gran Caribe Real Cancun
Riu Caribe Cancun
Gran Caribe Real Resort
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Grand Caribe Cancun
Grand Caribe Real Cancun
Grand Caribe Real
Riu Caribe Resort Cancun
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