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Hotel Riu CaribevsFlamingo Cancun Resort
Both Hotel Riu Caribe and Flamingo Cancun Resort are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, Flamingo Cancun Resort is the choice of most writers compared to Hotel Riu Caribe. Flamingo Cancun Resort comes in at 78 with approval from 3 publications including Frommer's, Oyster and Star Service.
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
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
Flamingo Cancun Resort Star Service Oyster
Frommer's
Blvd Kukulcan Km 11, Cancun 77500
From $117/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "Across from Flamingo Plaza, next to the flamboyant Royal, this modest budget-class property faces the same excellent beach as its neighbors, who charge much more for the privilege." Full review
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While high-maintenance guests should probably avoid this place—uneven service, only two restaurants, bare-bone amenities—undemanding types requiring little more than a great view will find lots to like here.
Oyster Mid-Range
"The beach is the highlight here; it’s spacious and scenic with gorgeous blue water and a wide stretch of sand." Full review
Frommer's "One of Cancun's many buildings that echo the shape of a Maya pyramid, this is one of the Hotel Zone's best-known budget hotels, commanding a wide, beautiful white beach" Full review
