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Hotel Riu Palace Mexico vs BlueBay Grand Esmeralda
Both BlueBay Grand Esmeralda and Hotel Riu Palace Mexico are rated very highly by experts. On balance, BlueBay Grand Esmeralda ranks marginally higher than Hotel Riu Palace Mexico. BlueBay Grand Esmeralda ranks #24 in Playa del Carmen with approval from 3 sources including Jetsetter, Star Service and Oyster.
Hotel Riu Palace Mexico
Star Service
Avenida Xaman-Ha Manzana 3 Lote 4, Playacar, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $758 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"Rates are a bit steep for Riu, but the standards at this affiliate are notably higher than what you'll find at Riu's Lupita and Tequila sibs."
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BlueBay Grand Esmeralda
Jetsetter
Star Service
Oyster
Carretera Federal Chetumal- Puerto Juarez km 300, Camino a la Pileta, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $196 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Jetsetter
"All-inclusive enclave with three pools, six restaurants and a stand-out spa near Playa del Carmen."
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Star Service
"This enormous all-inclusive hotel, set on 180 acres, is located 35 minutes (69 kilometers) south of the Cancun International Airport."
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Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range hotel has a lot to offer for families and couples who are looking for a low-maintenance beach vacation at a good price."
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