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Hotel Riu CancunvsNIZUC Resort and Spa
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, NIZUC Resort and Spa scores significantly better than Hotel Riu Cancun. NIZUC Resort and Spa has a TripExpert Score of 88 with endorsements from 8 reviews such as Gayot, Forbes Travel Guide and Star Service.
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
NIZUC Resort and Spa Star Service
Fodor's Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure
Gayot
The Telegraph
Forbes Travel Guide
Michelin Guide Travel + Leisure
Blvd Kukulcan Km 21, Cancun 77500
From $420/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Star Service "It is a postcard of Riviera Maya chic, with a moderate size, immodest modern style, service and a thoughtful layout that puts it directly into competition with Rosewood Mayakoba." Full review
Fodor's "Tucked away on a beach sheltered by mangroves and facing the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, this stylish resort has the most secluded and spectacular location in Cancún." Full review
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"Its mangroves and rocky white-sand beaches help make it an ideal spot for couples and friends to relax and soak in Cancun's sometimes elusive tranquility." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Views aside, there’s much more to love at this 274-room resort that meanders along 29 acres of the Riviera Maya." Full review
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Book one of the eight penthouse suites, which have outdoor living rooms and Caribbean vistas.
Travel + Leisure "This stunning contemporary hotel is relatively new to Cancun, but it has already earned a stellar reputation as one of the best." Full review
Gayot "This designer hotel wows guests with its sleek, tasteful blend of mid-century and Mayan styles."
The Telegraph8.0
"A luxurious temple to calm overlooking two white sand beaches and a mangrove-lined canal." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"Nizuc Resort & Spa is a dreamy beach escape." Full review
Michelin Guide "To anyone who’s offended by the occasional mention of the C-word, we apologize unreservedly. In fact we’ve gone over ten years without mentioning Cancún, simply because its particularly..." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Close enough to the airport, while still feeling a world away, Nizuc Resort & Spa is all about quiet, low-key luxury and stunning design"
