The Riu Palace Peninsula is in Cancun’s Hotel Zone, about a 5-minute drive from downtown Cancun.
Right outside, you’ve got white sands and turquoise waters, and there’s a stretch exclusively for guests.There are 4 pools, one with a swim-up bar.
And dining is a real highlight, with a steakhouse and Japanese among the options.
Lastly, the hotel opened in 2012 so expect fresh, contemporary decor throughout.Five speciality restaurants serve everything from gourmet seafood to fillet steak here.
And when it comes to pools, there are 4 to choose from.
Plus, there’s a private beach just outside whose watersports count includes kayaking.
A choice of bars – from sports to swim-up – rounds things off.