Club Med CancunvsHotel Riu Caribe
Hotel Riu Caribe and Club Med Cancun Yucatan are both rated very highly by professional travelers. On balance, Hotel Riu Caribe scores marginally better than Club Med Cancun Yucatan. Hotel Riu Caribe has a TripExpert Score of 77 with praise from 4 reviews such as Star Service, Oyster and Fodor's.
Club Med Cancun
Punta Nizuc, Cancun 77500
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"This veteran Club Med—one of the first resorts to open in Cancun—is the archetype of the all-inclusive resort here, given a French twist." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Experience the beauty of an isolated location at the southern tip of the Cancun Hotel Zone." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 376-room Club Med Cancun Yucatan is an all-ages, all-inclusive resort located in Cancun's beautiful, partially secluded area of Punta Nizuc." Full review
Afar Magazine
"More fun to be had in and out of the water." Full review
Hotel Riu Caribe
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
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
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
"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
"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