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Moon Palace Cancun vs Hotel Riu Caribe

Moon Palace Cancun and Hotel Riu Caribe are both rated highly by expert writers. Overall, Moon Palace Cancun is preferred by most reviewers compared to Hotel Riu Caribe. Moon Palace Cancun ranks #22 in Cancun with recommendations from 5 reviews such as Star Service, Oyster and Jetsetter.

Moon Palace Cancun
Moon Palace Cancun
7 / 10
Carretera Federal 307 Km 340, Cancun 77500
From $687 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
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Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Upscale take on the all-inclusive megaresort, with a superlative spa and Jack Nicklaus–designed golf course." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Located on the southern coast close to the airport, just south of the Westin, this enormous, sprawling destination resort represents the epitome of industrial-grade, mass-market resort tourism." Full review
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Because of the resort's huge size, anyone seeking what would be a simple request in most hotels—more towels, room relocation—can expect to run into a brick wall.
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Cancún’s beachfront Moon Palace resort is putting a little luxury back into the all-inclusive model." Full review
Oyster Oyster
All-Inclusive
"A gigantic all-inclusive luxury resort along Cancun's Mayan Riviera... But if you aren't bothered about the beach, this place is tough to beat." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
6.0
"With endless activities for families and an on-site golf course, it's a destination in and of itself." Full review
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Hotel Riu Caribe
Hotel Riu Caribe
7 / 10
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
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Fodor's Fodor's
"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
Oyster Oyster
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
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"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."
Star Service Star Service
"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