Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 star property

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4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Creator video
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Aerial view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa

Explore the area

Map
Boulevard Kukulcan km 12, Zona Hotelera, Cancun, QROO, 77500
  • Marlin Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cancun Interactive Aquarium
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • La Isla Shopping Mall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite Ocean View Elite Club (M)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (E)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (E)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | E)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | E)

  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | C)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (U)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | C)

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (L)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Vista Mar (M)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Front Elite Club -L)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (L)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Sea View (L)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club - L)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club - L)

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Ocean Front Elite Club (U)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Sea View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Ocean View Elite Club (U)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (U)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (M)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite Ocean View Elite Club (M)

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | C)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Sea View (C)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (M)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (C)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Ocean Front Elite Club (M)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Elite Club, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite Ocean View Elite Club (U)

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | E)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (C)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cancun

Located in Cancun (Zona Hotelera), Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive is within a 10-minute walk of La Isla Shopping Mall and Hotel Zone Beaches. .This all-inclusive hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from West Coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun, and Punta Nizuc National Park and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Delfines Beach.

What's nearby

  • Marlin Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cancun Interactive Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • La Isla Shopping Mall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cancun Convention Center - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Gaviota Azul Beach - 8 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duna Pool Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Fish Fritanga - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cambalache - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪mb Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Adults-only beachfront hotel with 4 outdoor pools
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive offers 428 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Cancun hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a fitness center.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Renova. Services include massages and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 428 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 4 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
This hotel is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.

Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's 6 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the swim-up bar or one of the 4 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive has 6 restaurants on site.
24-hour room service is available.

All-inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorized water sports are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkeling

Land activities

Fitness facilities

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Theme parties

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 6 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 12 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2022
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Lifeguards
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
When a room reservation includes a round-trip airport transfer at no charge, it's essential to respond to the supplier's message to arrange the shuttle service.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 79.20 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Riu Latino
Riu Kukulkan Inclusive Cancun
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan Adults Only
Riu Palace Kukulkan Adults Only All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan Adults Only All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive Hotel

Hotel Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2590 out of 3744 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 649 out of 3744 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 280 out of 3744 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 3744 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 133 out of 3744 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Devalyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort was absolutely amazing! It was always clean, the food was great, you couldn’t go wrong with the buffet
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff not good.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Camila steffany Lorenzo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had such a wonderful stay at this hotel! The service was amazing, the staff was friendly, and everything was so well taken care of. It truly felt like a relaxing and welcoming place. That being said, I did notice a lack of diversity in the overall atmosphere. After chatting with some employees, I learned that the hotel was historically not open to people of color until recently, which was honestly disappointing to hear. While my experience was still great, I do think there’s an opportunity for the hotel to be more inclusive—whether through more entertainment or cultural representation. I’d love to come back in the future and see those positive changes because this place has so much potential to be even better!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vince

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dakota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at Riu Kukulkan in CanCun! The staff is friendly and helpful. The Resort is modern and updated. They kept it very clean. The food especially the Elite Club Restaurant is exceptionally good. The views are astonishing! The pools are clean and well maintained. The drinks keep coming! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

james

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my second year in this hotel and let me tell you it changed , still super clean ,amazing service just the food went bad ...they have 5 specialized restaurants and the one that is still great is the asian ( ask for osorio ) the rest are average at best .. hopefully they will fix the food as this place can be amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

emil

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, quiet and attentive staff at every turn. Great food options for all type of people.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian s

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean and well kept property. Service was top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie Ann

Travelled with group
Facility was very clean, property updated, comfortable beds, staff were all helpful and amazing, food selection was amazing, entertainment was great, beach was well kept up, location of resort was close to shopping- would highly recommend staying at this resort!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Holly

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
2nd time here and it did not disappoint. Very nice all inclusive. A hotel you can chill at or partake in parties at the other Riu locations.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dejan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don’t have a single negative thing to say about this resort, and I am someone who is very picky about where I stay. My boyfriend and I were here for a week. Everything is super clean, the food was amazing, and the service was great. Compared to some other all inclusive resorts I have stayed at, Riu Kukulkan offered even more. All of the staff members were super friendly and were very helpful when I wasn’t feeling well from heat exhaustion. Moments after we checked out, the front desk notified us that housekeeping found my boyfriends wallet in our room and were able to get it to us before we had even left the property. The transportation from the airport/hotel was very convenient and easy to figure out. Also great location with a mall with a huge selection of designer shops right across the street - we felt very safe walking around.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff could not have been friendlier! Everyone was extremely polite and helpful. The food options were great. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and staff. Food is challenging, the general Buffett is the same daily. The only great meal on site was the Asia Dinner. We left the resort and went to Ruth Chris for dinner since the food was so bad.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

oren

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KARA HYUN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, Riu Kululkan has many pleasure performances every evenings and very enjoyable there. Most food restaurants and buffet restaurant was fresh and tasty foods. We’d like to rebook there sometime in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach area,delicious food 🍱
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Travelled with group
Everyone was courteous and accommodating. The rooms were well kept and our experience would definitely bring us back.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the Italian Rest.fair the steak house rest.needs some food improvement
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Yabet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I know RIU is trying to cater to foreigners, but adding a touch of Mexico would probably bring a lot more business. Every day for lunch they have hotdogs and hamburgers. Really? American people don’t eat that everyday. Maybe switching the lunch options to reflect different works foods would be a great addition. Also, the liquor seemed water down.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely resort. The beach was clean and the waters were a gorgeous turquoise color. Room facing the ocean had a fantastic view. Staff was very kind but frequently misunderstood requests (there is a language barrier so that’s understandable). QR code menus too often showed food and drinks that did not match at all what was served & was always a disappointing departure from the picture & description from the QR menu. Food was mostly meh (it’s basically cafeteria style foods, so don’t have high expectations). 3 family members got very sick with food poisoning (severe vomiting & diarrhea) after eating at their Italian restaurant at the resort. When we mentioned it to hotel staff the next morning (we didn’t make any demands, just wanted to let them know), they went into full deflection mode and said we could seek medical care if necessary but that’s not covered by the resort. They offered to let us make a reservation for any restaurant at the resort (they’re typically first come, first served). The restaurant we chose had no wait so it wasn’t any real perk. Overall, this is a beautiful resort. They keep it very clean. Food is basic. Drinks are basic but refreshing. Menus for food and drinks are often misleading. Staff were very friendly but there were miscommunication issues. If you’re looking for luxury and fine dining, look at higher priced options. If you’re looking for a clean, lovely resort with a great beach, decent food, friendly staff, this is a great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ARMALIA

Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024