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Hotel Riu Cancun vs Excellence Playa Mujeres
Both properties are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Excellence Playa Mujeres is preferred by most reviewers compared to Hotel Riu Cancun. Excellence Playa Mujeres comes in at 80 with recommendations from 6 sources such as Gayot, Concierge and Fodor's.
Hotel Riu Cancun
Oyster
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Blvd. Kukulkan Km. 8.5, Zona Hotelera, Quintana Roo, Cancun 77500
From $549 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Hotel Riu Cancun -- with its grand V-shape and Mediterranean-inspired architecture -- sits on a sprawling piece of beachfront that’s close to pubs, eateries, and shops."
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Star Service
"This towering 15-story white behemoth sits at the center of the lively hotel zone, rising above all others—at least physically."
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Travel + Leisure
"This all-inclusive beach resort is a perfect choice for Spring Breakers who want to enjoy all the craziness of nearby Party Center while retiring to more refined, upscale accommodations."
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Excellence Playa Mujeres
Concierge
Fodor's
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
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Prolongacion Bonampak, S/N, Punta Sam, Playa Mujeres, Cancun 77400
From $680 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"View the entire 2011 Gold List of the world's best places to stay ›
Amenities:
Beach,
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Fodor's
"North of mainland Cancún, this adults-only resort has redefined the all-inclusive concept."
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Oyster
5.0
"This adults-only luxury resort offers a nice all-inclusive experience with tons of variety -- multiple dining options, several beautiful pools, a gorgeous spa, and dozens of wonderful activities."
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Travel + Leisure
"It only takes minutes to find refuge from Cancun's crowds at this all-inclusive hideaway just north of the city."
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Star Service
"This adults-only complex, the anchor for real estate development, is on a two-mile stretch of beach and comprises a wandering collection of three- to six-story contemporary buildings."
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