With a stay at Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive in Mazatlán (Cerritos), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of The Mazatlan Malecón and Witches Beach. .This all-inclusive property is 10.6 mi (17 km) from Olas Altas Beach and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Marina Mazatlan Golf Course.
What's nearby
Witches Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Mazagua Aquatic Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Marina Mazatlan Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Cerritos Beach - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
The Mazatlan Malecón - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
Getting around
General Rafael Buelna Intl. Airport (MZT) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante Las Gaviotas @ RIU Emerald Bay - 1 min walk
Sport Bar Riu Mazatlan Emerald Bay - 1 min walk
Kelly's Bar - 5 min drive
The Bistro - 17 min walk
Las Tres Islas Restaurant
About this property
Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive offers 1028 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.
Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Mazatlán property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
A health club and a complimentary water park with waterslides are featured at the property. 5 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a hot tub and a sauna.
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the health club or hot tub.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Renova Spa has 6 treatment rooms. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.
The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Make yourself at home in one of the 1028 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 5 outdoor pools, a nightclub, and a complimentary water park. This Art Deco property also features complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and gift shops/newsstands.
Satisfy your appetite at Las Tres Islas, one of the property's 5 restaurants. Wind down with a drink at one of the 7 bars/lounges or 2 poolside bars. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, a computer station, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Mazatlán? This property has 5167 square feet (480 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 10:30 AM.
Las Tres Islas - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Bamboo - This theme restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Tabasco - This theme restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Las Gaviotas - This poolside buffet restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Sports Bar - Onsite sports bar. Open 24 hours. Open daily.
All-inclusive details
This property 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
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers
Activities and facilities/equipment
All non-motorized water sports are included.
Land activities
Fitness facilities
Volleyball
Lessons/classes/games
Aerobics
Entertainment
Onsite entertainment and activities
Access to onsite nightclubs
Onsite live performances
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Limo/town car service
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10:30 AM
2 poolside bars
2 swim-up bars
5 restaurants
7 bars/lounges
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Bamboo
Las Gaviotas
Las Tres Islas
Sports Bar
Tabasco
Things to do
5 outdoor pools
Beach volleyball
Bicycle storage
Billiards/pool table
Children's pool
Fitness classes
Free children's club
Free water park
Full-service spa
Health club
Hot tub
Nightclub
Playground
Sauna
Shopping
TV in common areas
Waterslide
Windsurfing
Family friendly
5 outdoor pools
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Free children's club
Free water park access
Grocery/convenience store
In-room cot
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Waterslide
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
3 meeting rooms
5,167 square feet of conference space
Computer station
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Garden
On the beach
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Rooftop terrace
Full-service spa
6 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body wraps
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hot tub
Sauna
Spa open daily
Accessibility
No lift
More
100% renewable energy
2 buildings
20 floors
Art Deco architecture
Built in 2008
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free cot
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Minibar
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-compatible safe
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 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 doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Payment types
Important information
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
Use of the gym, spa tub, and sauna is restricted to guests over 18 years old.
Due to Mexican government regulations, Riu Hotels and Resorts will no longer exchange US dollars for Mexican pesos at their properties located in Mexico.
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the health club or hot tub
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
Property is also known as
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Riu Emerald
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Riu Emerald Bay All Inclusive
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Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Friendly staff and lots to do. Riuland was our daughter’s favorite with the activities. Pool bar with Rock band was fun! Massive family rooms slept 6 comfortably. Bring shampoo and conditioner !
We felt safe in the area, and enjoyed walking on the beach. The staff were friendly and the food was good. We were on the ninth floor and despite a long-standing knee problem, we ended up taking the stairs up and down due to the elevators being inoperable or having ridiculously long wait times. I don’t think there was a day we were there where there wasn’t some maintenance person working on at least one of the elevators. We paid extra for an ocean view in a room that was outdated and worn. I’m talking chips out of the tub, cracked tiles and an outlet hanging out of the wall - when we could have had a renovated room that was steps from the ocean for less. I was at this resort years ago, but this is not the calibre I remember it being. I’m not sure if the new rooms had better towels, but ours were various shades of brown and mostly frayed or worn. We would never stay here again.
It is one of the best stays I have had in Mazatlan and it easily outshines my stay at the RIU in Puerto Vallarta.
The good, staff, room where 5 star plus. My only thought was that it needs a real hot tub for adults only.
Claude
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Janna Cornelia Ann
18 Dec 2025
Janna Cornelia Ann
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
John, Aldergrove
18 Dec 2025
Short on maintenance of the room
Did not refill my water bottle supply or my mini fridge supply
We enjoyed our stay! Staff were friendly, resort was clean and rooms were excellent including the amenities and showers. Activities were plenty and so was entertainment. We should definitely come back.
The only critique I would offer is the first night I had to stay in a room to have view of air-conditioning units. They moved me the next day to a room with a nice garden view.
Needs an update, rooms marginally clean, needs more than 3 English tv channels. Food at buffets was good at breakfast, mediocre at dinner. Location was 20 minutes from Golden zone mostly by itself, some restaurants within 15 minutes walk.
We enjoyed, everything and everyone was amazing and fun
Maria
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Frank
Travelled with partner
11 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel is kept extremely clean and the staff are all very friendly. Food is OK with the Buffet being the best, the roast beef was excellent. Bars are all over the resort with rooming bars in the day time. Shout out Luis at the Sports Bar, he is the best. Very large beach with vendors but don't bother you. There is massages for $30 USD beside the resort but you need to book at head. Entertainment was not that good