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Reynodt
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“ Which RIU hotel? ”
Mar 29, 2007, 11:17 AM

We are a couple in our early thirties looking to vacation in Playa Del Carmen the second week of June. I have narrowed our search down to a RIU hotel but which one? We are looking for a relaxing vacation, but with some nightlife available, as few kids as possible, and a nice beach. The Yuctan and Playacar are both about 300.00 cheaper than the Palace Mexico but will they be overrun with kids at this time? And which one has the best beach? Or should we spend the extra money to stay at the Palace? Any advice would be appreciated.

got2beme
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1. Re: Which RIU hotel?
Mar 29, 2007, 11:25 AM

If you are trying to avoid as many kids as possible, I would say go to the RPM. You could always use the Yucatan's beach, which is right next door and the RPM's pool probably wouldn't be so busy with kids.

John

Reynodt
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2. Re: Which RIU hotel?
Mar 29, 2007, 11:46 AM

The pool isn't as important to us, as we usually stay on the beach. Which of these hotels has the best beach?

got2beme
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3. Re: Which RIU hotel?
Mar 29, 2007, 11:49 AM

The Yucatan's beach was better when I was there Feb.28th of this year.

John

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4. Re: Which RIU hotel?
Mar 29, 2007, 2:27 PM

Thanks for the input.

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