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Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas

4.0 of 5
San Jose, Cabo San Lucas 23410, Mexico
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Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Vancouver, Canada
Contributor
19 reviews 19 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

This is our third trip in three years to Cabo. This is our first visit to the Riu Palace. On our previous two visits we stayed at the Barcelo. We were happy with the Barcelo, but wanted to try something a little closer to Cabo. Pros: The staff are truly amazing. The service is the best you can hope for.... More

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Oklahoma City
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21 reviews 21 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Like any other site, we have our own opinions and experiences. Fortunately for us and the two couples we went with had a great time. The staff and rooms were great, yes the rooms are not the Ritz, but they were comfy. If you are not into looking to party in the pool area, make sure you check out the... More

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Fort Worth, Texas
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Staff works very hard to keep the gounds in great shape. Rooms are mostly basic, just a normal hotel room with a small sitting area. Food was pretty good but after a few days it does seem bland. Pools are nice and bars are everywhere. Property is way too spread out and be ready to tackle huge staircases all day!!... More

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Denver, CO
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

Unfortunately the reviews from Hotels.com and Trip Advisor were completely inaccurate. Couples stay away. High School/College Students/Adults still living in their college years have at it! Food was disgusting, made both my wife and I sick after the first night. The rooms look like a Motel 6 with a separate seating area. The drinks have barely any alcohol. We woke... More

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Saanichton
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

We stayed at the Riu Palace with our 7 adult kids - lovely hotel, wonderful staff - especially Mercedes in the buffet dining room. The food was outstanding - the hotel buffet was so good, you actually did not need to eat at any of the other venues. Pool were lovely - especially having a noisy and a quiet pool!... More

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Houston
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

This property is wonderful. My daughter got married there and we spent a week there. The property was the cleanest place I have ever been. They staff was constantly cleaning, sweeping and mopping. The food in the buffet was really good, in fact I didn't even try the speciality restaurants, there was so much good food at the buffet. Cabo's... More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW via mobile

DO NOT STAY HERE. It's that simple. Yes the all inclusive package sounds appealing, the hotel building looks stunning and the pools idyllic but that's as far as it goes!!! The room/s smelt terrible, musty...almost of mould. The 'free' alcohol in the rooms were not legit, very watered down and put in to branded bottles...word for word from a RIU... More

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Mexico City, Mexico
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

We went on a family trip, with one teenager and one child (9). The hotel has a great service, a welcome drink while you wait to check in, friendly registration, excellent buffet, everything you expect for a all-inclusive hotel. The great thing is the enormous principal pool, divided by the bar, on one side you can be peacefully relaxed while... More

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Lompoc, California
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

I had the privilage of visiting this resort for the 1st time in May 2013. Leaving the husbands home and having a break from life, this was the perfect spot. The service was at a high standard. Most everyone had a true smile on their face and was happy to help. The whole resort was spotless and very clean. There... More

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Chaska, Minnesota
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

We recently stayed here May 1 - 9, 2013 for a wedding. We rented one of the suites with the hot tub on the balcony. The view from the balcony are awesome. Well worth the extra dollars. But that's where it stopped. The floors are all tile and very dirty. Shower was never cleaned. Beds are hard!!!! Air conditioning did... More

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What travelers say

  • Very good(83)
  • Ocean views(68)
  • Water taxi(64)
  • Room service(51)
  • Specialty restaurant(47)
  • Great time(45)
  • Lover beach(39)
  • Activities pool(35)
  • Steak house(34)
  • Cab ride(29)

Additional Information about Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas

Address: San Jose, Cabo San Lucas 23410, Mexico
Region: Mexico > Baja California > Baja California Sur > Los Cabos > Cabo San Lucas
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free Parking Kids Activities Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#13 Top resorts Hotels in Cabo San Lucas
#14 Luxury Hotels in Cabo San Lucas
#15 Romantic Hotels in Cabo San Lucas
#18 On the Beach Hotels in Cabo San Lucas
#22 Family Hotels in Cabo San Lucas
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located in the southern Baja California peninsula, 4.5 km/2.8 miles from Cabo San Lucas. 5-storey building. On the beachfront. Complimentary sun loungers on the beach. 32,000 m2 garden. 3.5 km/2.2 miles from downtown Cabo San Lucas. 40 km/25 miles from the airport. 500 m/1650 ft from a bus stop. Credit cards accepted: MasterCard, Amex, Visa, Diners. ... more   less 
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