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Hotel Riu CancunvsHard Rock Hotel Cancun
Both properties are rated very highly by writers. On balance, Hard Rock Hotel Cancun ranks significantly better than Hotel Riu Cancun. Hard Rock Hotel Cancun comes in at #17 in Cancun with accolades from 6 reviewers such as Travel + Leisure, Oyster and Fodor's.
Hotel Riu Cancun
Oyster
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Blvd. Kukulkan Km. 8.5, Zona Hotelera, Quintana Roo, Cancun 77500
From $549/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"Hotel Riu Cancun -- with its grand V-shape and Mediterranean-inspired architecture -- sits on a sprawling piece of beachfront that’s close to pubs, eateries, and shops." Full review
Star Service "This towering 15-story white behemoth sits at the center of the lively hotel zone, rising above all others—at least physically." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This all-inclusive beach resort is a perfect choice for Spring Breakers who want to enjoy all the craziness of nearby Party Center while retiring to more refined, upscale accommodations." Full review
Hard Rock Hotel Cancun
Fodor's
Jetsetter Star Service
The Telegraph Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
Boulevard Kukulcan Km 14.5, Cancun 77500
From $451/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Fodor's "In keeping with Hard Rock tradition, the property showcases a collection of authentic musical memorabilia and hosts an ongoing schedule of live concerts and celebrity-driven soirees." Full review
Jetsetter "High-octane beachfront all-inclusive where guests party like rock stars and bed down in beach-facing cribs." Full review
Star Service "This all-inclusive 12-story resort has always had good bones, and it offers plenty of activities, as well as guest rooms tailored for romancing couples." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"An all-inclusive hotel that really does include everything, from top-shelf drinks to live rock concerts on the beach." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This is, hands-down, Cancun’s coolest all-inclusive hotel." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotel Cancun is a party place. The “rock star digs” (as the rooms are called) have private balconies, personal whirlpool tubs, and “sleep like a rock” bedding." Full review
