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Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya vs Paradisus Playa Del Carmen

Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya and Paradisus Playa Del Carmen La Esmeralda are both recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Paradisus Playa Del Carmen La Esmeralda scores marginally better than Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya. Paradisus Playa Del Carmen La Esmeralda comes in at #15 in Playa del Carmen with approval from 4 publications such as Oyster, Afar Magazine and Star Service.

Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya
Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya
7 / 10
Av Xaman-Ha Mza 9 y 10 Lote 1 Int.Fracc., Fase II Solidaridad, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $621 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Star Service Star Service
"This is Riu's best property here and one of the better all-inclusive values despite some fading elements in the accommodations." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This enormous all-inclusive serves its luxury with an extra helping of glitz, but its breathtaking beach and exceptional service are what really shine." Full review
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Request a room overlooking the courtyard since those near the entertainment area tend to be noisy.
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Garden oasis on the white sands of Playacar Beach with a palm-lined pool, six restaurants and a long list of outdoor activities." Full review
Paradisus Playa Del Carmen
Paradisus Playa Del Carmen
8 / 10
5a Avenida Esquina Calle 112, Playa del Carmen 77719
From $311 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Star Service Star Service
"Situated on the northern fringe of Playa del Carmen, 2 kilometers north of Avenida Quinta nightlife, this is big, bubbly resort wing of Spain's Melia chain." Full review
Oyster Oyster
All-Inclusive
"One of the best family-friendly, all-inclusive resorts... this luxury property is located directly on the Caribbean and includes access to a white sand beach." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This all-inclusive offers flash and class in a Vegas-meets-cruise ship environment with 14 restaurants, 11 bars, and nearly 1,000 rooms scattered between two buildings." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Luxurious all-inclusive resort houses 512 luxury suites, including 56 swim-up suites, 122 Family Concierge suites and two Presidential suites, allowing for two and three-bedroom suite configurations." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"This family-friendly beachside resort has 14 restaurants, 16 bars, and is perfect for active children." Full review
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