What We Love
- You’re close to the Cancun Hotel Zone's shops, eats and clubs.
- Enjoy a free scuba lesson in the pool.
- At Los Arcos, you can get both Italian and Brazilian tapas.
Things to Know
- You have access to the great amenities at nearby sister resorts.
- Gaze in awe at the pyramids of Kukulhan in Chechen Itza. Bring some sturdy shoes.
- Maximize your vacay hours by checking pick-up times on scheduled transfers.
Resort Details
- Black and White Steakhouse
- CapuchinoPatisserie and ice cream parlor
- Don RobertoMain restaurant offering buffet-style dinning and theme dinners served twice a week.
- Fiesta MexicanaTapas restaurant for dinner.
- KrystalFusion restaurant.
- Los ArcosItalian restaurant for lunch and Brazilian Rodizio for dinner.
- SakuraJapanese restaurant for dinner.
- Various Lounges/Bars- Art Deco, Lobby bar
- La Nuit, Lounge bar
- La Terraza, Plaza bar
- Cun, Pool bar
- Can, Swim up bar
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Accessible facilities
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand†
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand†
- Golf, Offsite†
- Housekeeping - daily
- Internet services†
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Lounges/bars
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Safe deposit box
- Sauna
- Spa†
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Wakeup service
- Water sports†
- Business Services†
- Internet Access†
† Fees may apply
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site
- Hot tubThere is 1 indoor hot tub and 3 outdoor hot tubs.
- Motorized Water Sports †- Scuba diving school
- Snorkel excursion
- Banana boat
- Deep sea fishing
- Wave runner
- Catamaran
- Fast cat
- Excursion
- Parasailing - Non-Motorized Water Sports- Sailing
- Kayaking
- Introductory scuba lessons in pool
- Body boarding - PoolThere are 3 pools on-site.
- Sauna
- Spa †
- Golf †Golf course located within 5 miles of the hotel.
- On-site EntertainmentDaily activities for adults , 7 days a week
Nightly entertainment including live music and Riu theme shows.
Disco at Riu Cancun entrances and drinks are included, open 6 days a week.
† Fees may apply
Guest Reviews from CheapCaribbean Customers
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
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Fantastic Resort!
We've stayed at a dozen or so resorts in the area and Las Americas is our favorite. I read many comments prior to booking so I'd like to address some common complaints and some of my thoughts. The Food: This was our second trip to this resort I don't understand why people would complain about the food. Breakfast is standard resort fair and the lunch buffet is better than most places I've stayed. There's also lunch options served near the pool (not my thing). The worst option is the 24-hr snack area. There are dinner 5 restaurants (I think). The steakhouse aka Black and White is more desirable. It opens at 6pm and we waited in line 30-45 minutes early to get a table. Other restaurants didn't have any wait while we were there. There's also a little place in the lobby that serves coffee, milk shakes, muffins and sandwiches...the milkshakes are fabulous! The Rooms: There were many negative comments about the A/C in the rooms. Make sure the balcony door is completely closed because the A/C shuts off when the door is barely open. I can confirm that there aren't enough outlets! We bring 2 extension cords. The beds and pillows were ok. The Crowd: We've been to this resort in the Spring and it was rowdy in the swim up bar area. We just returned (October) and it was an older crowd. Things still got rowdy in the party pool, but it wasn't as crazy. Overall the people were respectful and thankfully no one brought their bluetooth speaker to ruin the atmosphere. The Entertainment: There's a good mix of things to do. There's a large open air theater for shows and live music and a small dance floor. There's a classy indoor bar area that also has live music/piano. And of course there's pool activities. Additionally, 4 days per week there is a shuttle to take guests to the Riu Caribe Resort a few miles away for a Riu Party that includes party/dance music with dancers and foam drops into the pool on the guests. The Service: The staff was absolutely awesome. Housekeeping wasn't the best - from time to time we noticed some things. Twice the fridge wasn't re-stocked and sometimes we didn't get towels and the tissues ran and weren't restocked. The Beach: We aren't beach people, but it looks nice enough. Overall: Fantastic time and we will be back!
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Greed
RIU PALACE is the only resorts that we always use!! That being said they are ruining these experiences with greed and restrictions and getting much more expensive!! We are currently booking a different resort because they couldn't leave a great thing alone!! Always some genius coming in and cutting corners charging more and people go elsewhere!
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Derogatory
We god married here in 2010 and before hand we stayed in many establishments but when we wed it was fabulous! We stayed again in 2018 We were there this week commencing 22:10/25 it was so bad! I seen a woman vomit in the pool and I told you this had happened and you told me this would be dealt with an hour after reporting they were still there in the pool! We paid much money for an 11th night stay! I have been 3 times I will never visit again! 5 stars more like 3
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Great hotel and holiday
To be honest never got a great location looking over the air con units of the Riu hotel next door which was a noise nuisance. That said could see across the lake south. Staff were very attentive and always made sure the drink was flowing. Food in buffet and a La carte was great but the restaurants filled up super quick. Swimming pools really good and very clean with plenty of shade nearby.
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Another excellent stay
Once again, a fantastic stay at Riu Palace Las Americas. This hoter is beautiful; the rooms very spacious (we had a suite - fantastic!) The staff really makes you feel like family - each and every one takes customer care and service to a whole new level of excellence. Maria at the fromd desk was most helpful; Rico at the Italian - well, lets just say he was a shining example of what customer service can and should be. The hotel is fantastic - the staff is outstanding. We will be returning!
- 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 $79.20 MXN Pesos per night, per room 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.
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- 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.
Spring Break Policies - 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 transfers 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.
*Please be aware that due to changing weather and ocean conditions, beach shapes and characteristics may vary.*
- Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed
- Early Departure Policy
- Early Departure Penalty:1 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 04Jul24 - 23Dec26
- Early Departure Penalty:2 NightsApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26