Hotel Riu CancunvsLive Aqua Beach Resort Cancun
Hotel Riu Cancun and Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun are both highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun ranks significantly better than Hotel Riu Cancun. Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun comes in at 90 with positive reviews from 8 publications like Oyster, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
Hotel Riu Cancun
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
Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun
Boulevard Kukulcan Km. 12.5 Zona Hotelera, Cancun 77500
From $380/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Expect soothing hues, large airy rooms, and a resident DJ spinning tunes that perfect the Zen vibe." Full review
Concierge
"Suites have slick entertainment gadgets and multiple mirrors reflecting the blue sky outside the balcony doors... what really sets this resort apart is its food."
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Be sure to pack your designer resortwear.
Star Service
"Along with a few newer standouts, Nizuc Resort and ME Cancun, it is a steadfast option that remains one of Cancun's go-to resorts for style hounds and fashionistas." Full review
Frommer's
"The all-inclusive Live Aqua is one of the most stylish resorts in the Hotel Zone -- New Age music emanates from each corner, behind every palm tree, and around the eight tempting pools." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Located at the corners of every floor, Live Aqua suites open onto oversize terraces with private Jacuzzi pools." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This adults-only hotel appeals to all the senses through a menu of scents, personalised music, comfort-filled rooms and rave-worthy cuisine, as well as its spectacular Caribbean beach." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"It’s a modern, adults-only hotel that aims to pamper you stylishly." Full review