Hard Rock Hotel CancunvsHotel Riu Caribe
Both hotels are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Hard Rock Hotel Cancun ranks slightly higher than Hotel Riu Caribe. Hard Rock Hotel Cancun scores 81 with positive reviews from 6 publications such as Travel + Leisure, Star Service and Jetsetter.
Hard Rock Hotel Cancun
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Star Service
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
Fodor's
U.S. News & World Report
Boulevard Kukulcan Km 14.5, Cancun 77500
From $451/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
"In keeping with Hard Rock tradition, the property showcases a collection of authentic musical memorabilia and hosts an ongoing schedule of live concerts and celebrity-driven soirees." Full review
"High-octane beachfront all-inclusive where guests party like rock stars and bed down in beach-facing cribs." Full review
"This all-inclusive 12-story resort has always had good bones, and it offers plenty of activities, as well as guest rooms tailored for romancing couples." Full review
9.0
"An all-inclusive hotel that really does include everything, from top-shelf drinks to live rock concerts on the beach." Full review
"This is, hands-down, Cancun’s coolest all-inclusive hotel." Full review
"The all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotel Cancun is a party place. The “rock star digs” (as the rooms are called) have private balconies, personal whirlpool tubs, and “sleep like a rock” bedding." Full review
"In keeping with Hard Rock tradition and fitting right into Cancún's energetic atmosphere, this property showcases musical memorabilia, offers a variety of entertainment experiences, and..." Full review
26.0
"The Hard Rock Hotel Cancun is the place to stay if you're looking to live it up like a rock star in the middle of Cancun, Mexico 's Hotel Zone. With seven bars on the property, you..." Full review
Hotel Riu Caribe
Fodor's
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Star Service
Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 5.5, Lote 6-C, Cancun 77500
From $459/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
"Strong draws here are the huge pools lined with tall palm trees and the wide beach, which has fairly calm waters for swimming." Full review
Upper-middle-range
"Built to resemble a Mayan pyramid, the all-inclusive Riu Caribe is located on the north end of Cancun Island." Full review
"Riu rules the Riviera Maya – they’re everywhere. This particular Riu has 541 rooms (all with ocean views), including 60 junior suites, and a family-friendly atmosphere."
"Location aside (it is a bit prosaic), this remains a satisfactory all-inclusive operation. Situated 21 kilometers from the airport, it is one of the more isolated hotels from Cancun action. " Full review