Hotel Promotions
Up to $1460 in Resort Credits.
Guests will receive up to $1460 in coupons per room towards the purchase of Spa Services,  Golf, Weddings, Photos, and Dining.  Additional details will be provided upon check-in at the hotel.

Important Information: 
Guests will receive coupons at check-in.  The total of credits is per room for guests 21 and older.  Resort credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable, and cannot be used on future stays.  Resort credits can be used as a discount only for selected services.  Credits cannot be exchanged for cash.  Promotion is subject to availability and can change without notice.  Restrictions may apply. 
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 15 Dec 2023 to 22 Dec 2026
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2023 to 23 Dec 2026
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Up to $850 in Resort Credits.
Guests will receive up to $850 in coupons per room towards the purchase of Spa Services,  Golf, Weddings, Photos, and Dining.  Additional details will be provided upon check-in at the hotel.

Important Information: 
Guests will receive coupons at check-in.  The total of credits is per room for guests 21 and older.  Resort credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable, and cannot be used on future stays.  Resort credits can be used as a discount only for selected services.  Credits cannot be exchanged for cash.  Promotion is subject to availability and can change without notice.  Restrictions may apply. 

Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 15 Dec 2023 to 22 Dec 2026
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2023 to 23 Dec 2026
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Honeymoon Inclusions.
Guests celebrating their honeymoon with us will receive 
- Surprise welcome gift in the room
- Small bottle of Tequila
- King Bed ( subject to availibilty)
- Late Check out (subject to availibility at time of departure)
Complimentry upgrade to next availiable room category ( subject to availibility and upon request)
- $35 Spa Credit for a selected service in "Specials for couples" category (120 min).This discount applies per couple per stay and does not apply with other promotions and discounts. Only one Spa Credit can be used per spa service.

To receive this offer, just enter "HONEYMOON" in the Special Service Request section during check-out or call our Customer Care Center and we will be happy to make the notation for you.

Important Information:  Proof of marriage must be provided at check-in. Emission date of less than 90 days
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 27 Jun 2024 to 23 Dec 2027
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2024 to 23 Dec 2027
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
All Inclusive Amenities
All meals, snacks, local and imported alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in all hotel bars and restaurants.
Snacks and drinks 24 hours a day.
Regularly refilled minibar and liquor dispenser in the guest rooms.
In-room safe.
Free sports, activities and entertainment programme as described. Activities include: tennis, kayaking, bodyboarding, snorkel gear, 1 scuba tryout in the pool, RiuFit program, multi purpose sports pitch, basketball, beach volleyball, pedalos ( paddle boats)
Gym
Free entry to the Patcha discotheque at Riu Tequila (drinks included). Must be 18 years old.
WiFi throughout the hotel.
Daytime entertainment for adults
Live music, shows & Riu entertainment
Riu Get Together Party at the Riu Tequila hotel
RiuLand Kids Club for ages 4-7 and 8-12
Additional Information: All hotel guests are required to wear an "All Inclusive" wristband for identification purposes.
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 28 Jun 2022 to 23 Dec 2027
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2022 to 23 Dec 2027
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.

Resort Details

OnSite Dining
  • Various Restaurants

    Adelita - Buffets and live cooking stations. Special evenings: themed buffet (three times a week). Optional dining (a la carte, reservations required in advance).

    María Bonita - Mexican restaurant

    Dante - Italian restaurant.

    Grill and steakhouse (in "Cozumel" beach restaurant, on beach).


Room Type
  • Accessible Double Room
    Bedding - 2 double beds 

    Occupancy limits: 2 adults, 2 children's or 3 adults, 1 child.
    • Air conditioning
    • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
    • Bathroom amenities
    • Ceiling fan
    • Coffee/Tea Maker
    • Direct dial phone number
    • Hair Dryer
    • Minibar
    • Safe
    • Satellite television
    • Shower
  • Standard

    Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.

    Bedding Requests are not guaranteed.  They are based on availability upon check-in.

    Occupancy limits: 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total.

    • Air conditioning
    • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
    • Cable television
    • Ceiling fan
    • Hair Dryer
    • Minibar
    • Safe
    • Shower
    • Telephone
    • Wireless internet connection
  • Family Room

    Bedding: 1 king bed and a bunk bed.

    Occupancy limits: 2 adults, 3 children, 5 total.

    • Air conditioning
    • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
    • Cable television
    • Ceiling fan
    • Hair Dryer
    • Minibar
    • Safe
    • Shower
    • Telephone
    • Wireless internet connection
  • Comp ROH Mktg Use Only
    Bedding: 1 king bed and a bunk bed.

    Occupancy limits: 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total.
    • Air conditioning
    • Safe
    • Telephone
    • TV
    • Wireless internet connection
On-Site Amenities
  • Children programs
  • Exercise gym
  • Free high speed internet connection
  • Golf,Offsite*
  • Jacuzzi
  • Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Pool
  • Spa*
  • Children programs
  • Exercise gym
  • Free high speed internet connection
  • Golf, Offsite*
  • Jacuzzi
  • Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Pool
  • Spa*
  • Tennis court
  • Water sports

* Fees may apply

On-Site Recreation
  • Basketball court
  • Children's program
  • Kayaking *
  • Scuba diving *
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis court
  • Volleyball
  • Water activities
  • Windsurfing *
Off-Site Recreation
  • Golf *
    This hotel has a special agreement with Riviera Cancun and Hard Rock Golf Club Riviera Maya golf courses to provide preferential conditions and additional value to our guests.

* Fees may apply

Surrounded by incredible tropical gardens, the Hotel Riu Lupita in Playa del Carmen offers guests all of the amenities necessary to make their vacation unforgettable. This Playa del Carmen hotel offers All-Inclusive 24 hour a day service to provide you with RIU Hotels & Resorts' most exquisite services.


The Hotel Riu Lupita has 300 rooms distributed among various buildings with views of the garden or of the pool. In addition, they offer air conditioning, a minibar with a drink dispenser, satellite TV and a balcony or terrace, among other amenities, so that you are surrounded by comfort during your stay with us.


The comprehensive facilities of this all-inclusive hotel in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, will guarantee your vacation is perfect. You can cool off in the hotel's pools and take part in a number of sports and activities such as tennis, windsurfing, kayaking, scuba diving, as well as enjoy the Hotel Riu Lupita's gym. If you wish to relax at any point during the day, we recommend you visit the Renova Spa where you can enjoy a wide array of treatments and leave feeling as good as new.


Our restaurants offer a large variety of culinary experiences. At our all-inclusive hotel in Playa del Carmen you can enjoy exquisite Mexican and Italian dishes, and the best steak at our beach restaurant. In addition, the Hotel Riu Lupita has 2 bars, 1 located in the pool, which offers the best beverages and appetizers.


The Hotel Riu Lupita has an extensive daytime and night-time entertainment program for children and for adults. For the little ones, RiuLand offers an exclusive program where they can take part in arts and crafts and other activities with other children. They can also enjoy the special children's pool. In the evening, we have live music and shows and the Pacha nightclub has the best nightlife.


Property Information

Total rooms: 300
Av. Xaman-Ha, Manzana 20, Lote 1, Fracc, Playacar,, 77710, Mexico

Guest Reviews from Apple Vacations Customers

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.0 5171 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    return visit to meet up with friends from last year

    i travelled back again this year to meet up with friends from last year, once again my stay was awesome, all the bar staff excellent i was always there before 6am having hot drinks, bar staff knew what i drank everytime, restaurant staff especially young saymone he was brilliant even told management about how good he was rooms cleaned every day, fridge always stocked grounds always being cleaned and the food was awesome always plenty to offer, my only issue is Karaoke is 1 night a week for about an hour, hardly any english sang it always seemed to be the funclub with pink wrist bands singing, and again with activities as the animation team was run by the funclub team who also happen to be french, i did put my name down to sing as they asked me as i sang last year, i waited 50 minutes and left 10 minutes before the end of it, on the 2nd week i never bothered yet another english couple had their name down and was overlooked while some singers sang twice that was my only issue in the 2 weeks i was there, karaoke should be longer, and done more fairly so you have a mixture of singers as it was it was just spanish and french singers al night, i did mention it last year 1 hour a week is poor because if you go the steak house on a saturday night you got no chance of singing as you get back at 10pm, so more karaoke longer sessions and please do it more fairly, other than that another awesome 2 weeks with friends i met last year

    May 20, 2026
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    3rd visit in a row

    This was my wife and I's 3rd year on the trot at this wonderful hotel, this time we were joined by our 15 year old granddaughter, once again what a wonderful time we all had. We were allocate room 1819 one of the single rise blocks just behind the main pool area, this room was large and airy lovely little balcony where we were treated to daily wildlife shows, birds, Coatis, Deer and her babies all just roaming free as they should. The room was comfortable and has everything you need, shower pressure was a a little lower than other rooms we have had in the past, but still ok, our housekeepers were fantastic and they created numerous towel animals for our granddaughter who loved that , so thank you ladies, when we need the mini bar of coffee restocked , one click on the app and the items were there, the only slight gripe is why no tonic in the fridge when you have gin as an optic, I don't see many people having a gin and soda, however my wife was given cans of tonic when she asked so again fabulous service. The food in the restaurant we found was always plentiful and you have lots of choice depending on what you fancy, I really don't understand how people can complain about the variations available, but hey, we were all more than satisfied with our options. We had a lovely young man look after us most of our holiday (Simon) although his name badge was spelt differently, apologies for not writing it down, what an absolutely lovely young man he is, so helpful and attentive, a real credit to the hotel and his parents. The entertainment team all work so hard, if you want to get involved great but they don't mither you if you don't, we had a lot of interaction with Luis, who again was a very nice man and could not help enough, but every single member of that team is fantastic, even the Jumbo team members always speak to the other nationalities even though and were also very nice. Beach club is fantastic lovely place to get a bit of a breeze and super charge your tan, bus service is both regular and swift, although I did walk to the beach most times and caught it back as it was far too hot to walk back. The bar area is again great, the bartenders are always so busy but do still have a good idea of who is waiting and for how long and do try to serve in the correct order, pet hate of mine is people arriving at the bar and getting served knowing people are in front of them, but that's on the peoples manners rather than the busy bartenders, all of whom work so hard. The 2 parties at the Tequila are brilliant and something to experience, our granddaughter absolutely loved them both and spent most of the time dancing on the stage, we tended to get a taxi home as again the queue wasn't respected for the bus home, people just walking to the front is not on really. All in all we had a fabulous trip and this was our 3rd year in a row at this hotel and will not be the last, thank you all for your service and looking after us so well. Leigh , Pam and Macey

    May 16, 2026
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Another wonderful stay

    Stayed for the second time in three years at the Riu Lupita, April 14 to 21 2026. Another wonderful stay. Room is a little dated but everything worked and had view of golf course from the balcony. Bar service was fast and efficient. Buffet was above average with some really outstanding items. Ate at the Stakhouse and Italian a la cartes. Both were good and the steak at the Italian restaurant was very delicious, while the mixed grill and the view at the Steakhouse were wonderful. All staff from front desk to servers, to cleaning staff were exceptional. Beach club and pools were clean and not too crowded, we mostly used the quiet pool. Hotel is very attentive to requests submitted on the Riu app. We will return without hesitation.

    May 10, 2026
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Excellent food and bar service and atmosphere

    The food was great in the Three a la carte restaurants and the Buffet. Restaurants were always clean and the food was always well presented and fresh and enticing there were no lines even in the omelet station of the Buffet. it was go in, fill your plate and eat. Lots of seating available. The Steakhouse at the beach was the only alacarte that required a reservation! The snack bar at the beach was well stocked, with freshly replenished hot food. The waiters and bartenders were fast friendly and attentive. You never had to stand in line to get a drink. Our ground level room was conveniently close to the centrally located pool-bar-buffet-2 alacartes-performer stage. The bar/lounge area was huge, overlooked both the pool and the entertainment stage. There was always a chair and table available. 2 pools, lots of lounge chairsl. One pool was a quiet area and was geat for solitude and rest or tanning. Lots of umbrellas available. The beach was a short 10 minute shuttle. The driver was awesome and friendly, as he pulled out on schedule, he always looked around and behind the bus to catch any stragglers running late to bus (very conscientious)... No rider left behind! Lots of shady loungers available under the palm trees. There was a pool at the beach as well. The entertainment group were very good. The Michael Jackson impersonator was mediocre, he expected applause after each dance move...he thrived on the adoration (he thougt he was good). The "white night" party at a sister hotel was a can't miss lot of fun! The complex location was adjacent to the golf course. The natural vegetaion among the many pathways was always well groomed. We found the overall ambiance very laid back and relaxing.

    Apr 24, 2026
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    We would definitely go back to the Riu Lupita!

    Just got back from Lupita yesterday, we would definitely recommend it. The food, the service, the drinks & the resort were all excellent! We travel alot & it's the 1st time not being directly on the beach but the bus getting there is great! It's like a little adventure going to the beach. We didn't go everyday because we had fun at the pool with the activities. The coati can be aggressive & steal your food. I don't recommend eating outside by the pool & please don't feed the wild animals it's not fair to them, it makes them think they can take your food. The steak house has to be booked at 9am on the Riu app, don't give up if you don't get in the 1st try. We got in on the 3rd day & it was well worth it! Our room was lovely, clean & well stocked with liquor, beer, water & pop daily.

    Apr 17, 2026
Hotel Advisories
  • AdvisoryStudent Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
  • AdvisoryThe state of Quintana Roo will be charging a sanitation tax of 29.32Mexican Pesos per person per night occupied. This amount is not included in your vacation price and will be collected at your hotel. This fee is subject to change at any time without notice by the hotel.
General Policies
  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 12:00 AM
  • Minimum Check-In Age: 18
  • General Policies:

    Check-in Policy - Deposits or credit/debit card hold authorizations are not requested at check-in. "Minimum age of 18 is required for check-in, an ID/Passport will be requested upon arrival.

    Convention Policy : Groups traveling together can book this property for their stay taking advantage of group benefits such as 6th or 11th complimentary guest, Group dinner reservation, One complimentary cocktail hour with a selection of appetizers, One complimentary massage for the group leader, Complimentary room upgrades to the next category, Fruit plate and bottle of wine for the VIP, Private check-in when arriving together,  Welcome sign. Applicable with Wedding Collections and Social Packages. Consult terms & conditions.

    Hotel Spring Break Policy - Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.

    Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.

    General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.

    Pet Policy - Pets Not Allowed


  • Early Departure Policy
    • Early Departure Penalty:1 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 04Jul24 - 23Dec26
    • Early Departure Penalty:1 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec26 - 31Dec50

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