Hyatt Zilara CancunvsHotel Riu Caribe
Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, Hyatt Zilara Cancun ranks significantly better than Hotel Riu Caribe. Hyatt Zilara Cancun scores 84 with endorsements from 6 reviews like Travel + Leisure, Star Service and Fodor's.
Hyatt Zilara Cancun
Kukulkan Km 11.5 Hotel Zone, Cancun 77500
From $324/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"All 288 suites have mahogany furniture, Jacuzzis, ocean views, balconies with hammocks, and "magic boxes" that allow room service to be delivered without ever opening the door." Full review
Star Service
"This adults-only hideaway may be one of the more expensive all-inclusives here, but it ranks near the top for its amenity-rich accommodations, diverse dining and a policy of pampering." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This gorgeous all-inclusive, adults-only resort has an amazing location on Cancun’s widest beach and is within minutes of the best shopping and nightlife in town." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The AAA Four Diamond Resort houses 307 spacious suites including 17 swim-up and seven presidential suites." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"An all inclusive beach resort created exclusively for adults only." Full review
Frommer's
"Dazzling infinity pools, a splendid beach, and an array of gourmet restaurants make staying at this adults-only, all-suites hotel a sybaritic pleasure." 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