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Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains
Buffet
Lobby sitting area

Overview of Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 star property
Adults-only beachfront property with free water park, near Medano Beach

8.6/10 Fabulous

2,645 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
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Camino Viejo a San José, Km 3.5, Col. El Medano, Cabo San Lucas, BCS, 4990
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 6 restaurants and 6 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Free water park
  • Nightclub
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Health club
  • Steam room
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout curtains

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About this area

What's nearby

  • On the beach
  • Medano Beach - 6 min walk
  • Marina Del Rey - 35 min walk
  • Lover's Beach - 19 min drive
  • The Arch - 8 min drive
  • Santa Maria Beach - 17 min drive
  • Cabo del Sol Golf - 11 min drive
  • Chileno Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur (SJD-Los Cabos Intl.) - 38 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • Riu Sport Bar - 9 min walk
  • Baja California Restaurante - 7 min walk
  • Torote Steak House - 5 min walk
  • La misión - 7 min walk
  • Los Cabos - 6 min walk
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About this property

Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

At Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive, you can spend time at the beach relaxing on a sunlounger, plus you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Medano Beach. There's plenty of fun with the 4 outdoor pools and free water park, and guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps and facials. Promenade, one of 6 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious property include 6 bars/lounges, a nightclub and a free airport shuttle. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.

All-inclusive

This property is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorised water sports are included.

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities
On-site live performances
Theme parties

Languages

English, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
The property is disinfected using an electrostatic spray
Follows the regional cleaning and disinfection practices of National Guidelines for reopening Tourism (Mexico)
Follows the standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)

Social distancing

Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks available
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitiser provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch and dinner
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 602 rooms
  • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM until 11:30 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
  • This property offers airport transfers through a third party company. Guests must schedule their airport transfer with the third party company directly, at least 48 hours before travel, using the emailed instructions received from the property.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum guest age is 18
  • Minimum check-in age is 18
  • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21

Children

  • Children (17 years old and younger) are not allowed
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

  • Free airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–11 AM
  • 6 restaurants
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Scuba diving
  • Golf lessons nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2018
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Health club
  • 18 holes of golf
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Nightclub
  • Hot tub
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Water slide
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (selected rooms)

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dressing gowns and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a spa tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Promenade – This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Taj Mahal – This restaurant specialises in Indian cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.
Yu Hi – This restaurant specialises in Japanese cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.
Krystal – This restaurant specialises in fusion cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.
Sofia – This restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Green/Sustainable Property
This property participates in Travelife, a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: The Environment, the community, the cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out:
  • Sanitation services: MXN 33.68 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

The property is cleaned and disinfected with electrostatic spray; disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays.

Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitiser; masks are required in public areas.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of National Guidelines for reopening Tourism (Mexico) and Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU) guidelines.

Policies

<p>Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.</p> <p>Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on site.</p> <p>Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.</p> <p>The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.</p><p>This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.</p> <p>This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. </p>

Also known as

Riu Palace Baja California Adults All Inclusive
Riu Baja California Adults In

Frequently asked questions

Does Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive?
Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive?
No, this property doesn't have a casino, but PlayWin Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as scuba-diving. Additional recreation on-site includes aerobics . Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the hot tub or go for a swim in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools. Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive also has 6 bars, a nightclub and a water slide, as well as a steam room and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive?
Yes, there are 6 on-site restaurants, featuring Indian cuisine.
What's the area around Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive like?
Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive is a short 6-minute walk from Medano Beach and 7 minutes' walk from Cabo San Lucas Bay. Travellers say that this property is in a good location.

Reviews

8.6

Fabulous

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.5/10

Amenities

9.1/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.7/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Rundown hotel
The only good thing about this hotel is the pool area. The hotel smells, the sheets had stains, lumpy pillows, long dirty hallways. Water for shower was lukewarm at best.
2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Chase, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Mostly positive
The hotel was lovely and very well kept. We had a suite with an amazing ocean view and the room was spacious and clean. Housekeeping did a great job. The pools and grounds were clean and the staff is excellent - super friendly and always available. A few negatives: the food was terrible. I guess this is what you should expect from an all inclusive, but it was surprisingly bad. Either overly salty or no flavor at all. Breakfast was the best, and one suggestion would be an all day breakfast station in the main dining hall! The tacos at Pepe’s food were also pretty good and served as lunch most days. The food is honestly the only complaint. The hotel service was excellent. The property was safe and secure, and it was easy to get a cab when needed.
View from our ocean front suite.
Upper pool view
Lower pool view
5-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

The pool deck chair hoarding, was very frustrating and unenforced by hotee wel staff. Some Guests would come early lay their towel on chairs and then be gone for hours, sometimes never using the chair. those who actually wanted chairs to use were unable to find any or in undesirable locations. This should be better patrolled by hotel staff.
Caroline, 5-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and enjoyable!
This place is very clean with great dining opportunities. Having the ability to go next door and enjoy both resorts left us never wondering what to do. There was always something going on and overall it was an awesome stay!
Daniel, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What happens in Cabo…..
Riu did not disappoint. Staff was super friendly and attentive. Everything was clean and food and drinks were excellent. Can’t wait to go back
Seth, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Riu Baja is a great stay! All inclusive and adults only! It was great to take advantage of the other Riu hotel immensities such as the pool parties next door at the Riu Santa Fe. The staff are so nice and attentive! Only negative is be aware when booking on a 3rd party site! Most bookings (such as through their hotel site) will be for a 2 person stay/room. We ended up having to pay $900 more at the resort because hotels.com only had registered one of our names! Ended up being very more expensive than if we would have booked through the Riu website!
Jessica, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Short couples trip
Overall this was a very nice resort. I really liked the layout and the flexibility of using the sister resort next door. I was most impressed with the service. It was evident that the restaurant and bar staff work extremely hard to serve their guests. This was especially noticeable at the pool bars where there is a continuous flow of people over the course of the day. We booked a standard room with a garden view and enjoyed the room layout and all inclusive wet bar. My wife and I loved the shower, very good pressure and flow(our shower at home not so much). The food was overall good, like any all inclusive a mixed bag. Our favorite restaurant was the Krystal. The breakfast buffet was outstanding. Can't say the entertainment was great but again, you had the option to go over to the sister resort, we chose not to. We were there over the NFL AFC and NFC championship games. The put the games on the theatre screen which I thought was awesome. There were many reviews complaining about the local vendors selling merchandise. My wife and I have been all over Mexico on vacations and from our viewpoint it was no worse than anywhere else. Like most all inclusive resorts, you learn after the first day to get to the pool area and claim a good spot. There were plenty of lounge chairs for guests, but some further away from the pool.
football game at main theatre
Jason, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

View, what view?
Over all a very good resort. We both enjoyed our stay. However, for being on the beach it offers absolutely no water related entertainment. Some kayaks, small sailboats, paddle boards would add much. Another minus; local pedlers at times outnumber the guests, crowding the beach with their signs and merchandise. Cruise ships mooring in front of the hotel and blocking the view do not help but, this is of course beyond managments control, unfortunately. Would we recommend it? Well, if you don't mind pedlers and cruise ships blocking your view on a dayli bases than yes.
Mark, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Resort was fantastic had a great experience. Only issue was the food was not great.
Stephen, 5-night trip
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