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Hotel Riu Yucatan

Avenida Xaman-Ha, Manzana 3, Lote 1, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

Location guide, what is nearby, and every tour that collects guests at this lobby instead of making you find your own way to a meeting point.

60 tours collect here60 include pickup in the price★ 4.5 average20 back by mid afternoon
Lowest price
Shared Transportation, International Airport to Playa Del Carmen Hotels

From $26 per person.

Best reviewed
VIP Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Private Tour

★ 5.0 from 74 traveller reviews.

About this location

Hotel Riu Yucatan is located on Avenida Xaman-Ha in Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, just a short walk from the beach. This area is known for its vibrant atmosphere, with numerous dining and entertainment options nearby. The hotel is ideal for visitors looking to explore the Yucatan Peninsula while enjoying the comforts of an all-inclusive resort. Getting to Hotel Riu Yucatan from Cancun Airport is straightforward. Travelers can take an ADO bus, which offers comfortable and affordable transport to Playa del Carmen, typically taking around 1 hour. Taxis are also available, with fares ranging from 1,000 to 1,500 pesos. If you prefer private transfers, options can be arranged in advance. The surrounding area is lively and offers a variety of attractions. Guests can enjoy local restaurants, shopping at Centro Maya, and outdoor activities such as cenote tours and visits to archaeological sites. The location suits families, couples, and solo travelers looking for a mix of relaxation and adventure in a popular tourist destination.

Travelers can reach Hotel Riu Yucatan from Cancun Airport in about 1 hour via ADO bus, which is a cost-effective option. Taxis are available and typically cost between 1,000 and 1,500 pesos. For those preferring private transfers, arrangements can be made in advance. The R1 and R2 buses run frequently along the main thoroughfares, providing easy access to nearby attractions and the beach. Tour pickups usually occur in the morning, with specific times varying by the tour operator. It is advisable to confirm pickup times upon booking your tours.

Every tour that picks up here

Small-Group 3 Hidden Cenotes Adventure with Tequila Tasting
Small-Group 3 Hidden Cenotes Adventure with Tequila Tasting
from $394h
★ 4.8 (2,070)
Chichén Itzá, Cenote & Valladolid from Playa del Carmen
Chichén Itzá, Cenote & Valladolid from Playa del Carmen
from $3010h
★ 4.4 (1,080)
Chichen Private Experience
Chichen Private Experience
from $18710h
★ 5.0 (496)
Tulum and 2 Cenotes Half Day Tour from Riviera
Tulum and 2 Cenotes Half Day Tour from Riviera
from $296h
★ 4.8 (238)
Zip-Line Adventure from Costa Mujeres with ATV Ride and Cenote
Zip-Line Adventure from Costa Mujeres with ATV Ride and Cenote
from $394h
★ 4.7 (199)
Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time
Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time
from $1155h
★ 4.4 (190)
Small group CHICHEN ITZA away from the crowds with early departure and Mayan community
Small group CHICHEN ITZA away from the crowds with early departure and Mayan community
from $22912h
★ 4.9 (179)
Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen Roundtrip Private Transfer
Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen Roundtrip Private Transfer
from $18540m
★ 4.8 (143)
Discovery Tsonoti in Day of Non Touristic Cenotes
Discovery Tsonoti in Day of Non Touristic Cenotes
from $1396h
★ 4.9 (112)
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Private Departure Transfer
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Private Departure Transfer
from $1341h
★ 4.9 (82)
Shared Transportation, International Airport to Playa Del Carmen Hotels
Shared Transportation, International Airport to Playa Del Carmen Hotels
from $26
★ 3.0 (78)
VIP Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Private Tour
VIP Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Private Tour
from $40012h
★ 5.0 (74)
VIP Chichen Itza & Coba Private Tour
VIP Chichen Itza & Coba Private Tour
from $40012h
★ 5.0 (69)
VIP Cenotes Private Tour (half-day)
VIP Cenotes Private Tour (half-day)
from $1854h
★ 5.0 (69)
Airport Transfers to Playa del Carmen - Private van (ROUND TRIP) FLAT RATE
Airport Transfers to Playa del Carmen - Private van (ROUND TRIP) FLAT RATE
from $25540m
★ 4.7 (60)
Half-Day Cultural Tour of Authentic Mexico
Half-Day Cultural Tour of Authentic Mexico
from $1395h
★ 5.0 (57)
VIP Coba & Tulum Private Tour
VIP Coba & Tulum Private Tour
from $3209h
★ 5.0 (52)
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Private Mercedes Benz Transfer
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Private Mercedes Benz Transfer
from $1251h
★ 4.9 (49)
4 Different Cenotes & Beach from Playa del Carmen
4 Different Cenotes & Beach from Playa del Carmen
from $1545h
★ 5.0 (49)
Private Tulum Experience & Cenote
Private Tulum Experience & Cenote
from $1876h
★ 5.0 (44)
Full Day Guided Tour Chichen Itza + Cenote + Valladolid + Lunch!
Full Day Guided Tour Chichen Itza + Cenote + Valladolid + Lunch!
from $1456h
★ 4.4 (39)
Tulum and Cobá 4-in-1: Mayan Ruins, Cenote, and Playa del Carmen
Tulum and Cobá 4-in-1: Mayan Ruins, Cenote, and Playa del Carmen
from $1058h
★ 4.4 (33)
Archeological Tour in Tulum, Coba and Chichen Itza
Archeological Tour in Tulum, Coba and Chichen Itza
from $25012h
★ 5.0 (33)
VIP Ek Balam Private Tour
VIP Ek Balam Private Tour
from $32010h
★ 5.0 (26)
Isla Mujeres Catamaran: Transport, Snorkel, Buffet and Open Bar
Isla Mujeres Catamaran: Transport, Snorkel, Buffet and Open Bar
from $8912h
★ 4.4 (20)
Holbox Island from Playa del Carmen
Holbox Island from Playa del Carmen
from $1659h
★ 4.7 (18)
Tulum Excursion: Ancient Ruins + Cenote & Food! From Riviera Maya
Tulum Excursion: Ancient Ruins + Cenote & Food! From Riviera Maya
from $576h
★ 4.3 (18)
Xoximilco Mexican Tour With Transportation Included
Xoximilco Mexican Tour With Transportation Included
from $1975h
★ 4.7 (15)
Private Transfer from Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport
Private Transfer from Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport
from $901h
★ 4.1 (14)
Chichen Itza Tour
Chichen Itza Tour
from $4959h
★ 5.0 (13)
Private Whale Shark Ecofriendly Tour from Riviera Maya
Private Whale Shark Ecofriendly Tour from Riviera Maya
from $8958h
★ 5.0 (12)
Tulum ruins swim with turtles in Akumal and Cenote
Tulum ruins swim with turtles in Akumal and Cenote
from $12510h
★ 4.8 (12)
Río Secreto Playa del Carmen
Río Secreto Playa del Carmen
from $1244h
★ 4.6 (11)
Bird watching ecofriendly tour from Cancun & Riviera Maya
Bird watching ecofriendly tour from Cancun & Riviera Maya
from $7906h
★ 5.0 (11)
Adrenaline Tour Xplor Fuego from Cancún & Playa del Carmen
Adrenaline Tour Xplor Fuego from Cancún & Playa del Carmen
from $2186h
★ 3.6 (8)
Chichen Itza Private Mystical Tour from Riviera Maya
Chichen Itza Private Mystical Tour from Riviera Maya
from $3897h
★ 4.3 (7)
Ek Balam, Hubiku Cenote and Valladolid all Inclusive Tour from Riviera Maya
Ek Balam, Hubiku Cenote and Valladolid all Inclusive Tour from Riviera Maya
from $4768h
★ 4.4 (7)
Private Transfer to Xplor/Xplor fire/Xenses, roundtrip from PDC
Private Transfer to Xplor/Xplor fire/Xenses, roundtrip from PDC
from $16010m
★ 5.0 (7)
Tulum & Coba Private Tour
Tulum & Coba Private Tour
from $10909h
★ 5.0 (7)
Cenote Tankah 4 Cenotes & Zip-Line Mayan Adventure
Cenote Tankah 4 Cenotes & Zip-Line Mayan Adventure
from $1894h
★ 5.0 (6)
Open Water Diver course (PADI)
Open Water Diver course (PADI)
from $60672h
★ 5.0 (5)
Natural Pink Lake Tour Las Coloradas only from Playa del Carmen
Natural Pink Lake Tour Las Coloradas only from Playa del Carmen
from $15012h
★ 3.2 (5)
Horseback, ATV Shared, Cenote & Ziplines! From Playa Del Carmen
Horseback, ATV Shared, Cenote & Ziplines! From Playa Del Carmen
from $996h
★ 3.3 (4)
Private Transfer to Xcaret Park, Roundtrip from Playa del Carmen
Private Transfer to Xcaret Park, Roundtrip from Playa del Carmen
from $16020m
★ 4.0 (4)
Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos Biosphere! From Playa Del Carmen
Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos Biosphere! From Playa Del Carmen
from $14812h
★ 3.8 (4)
Isla Mujeres Catamaran Unlimited! From Playa del Carmen
Isla Mujeres Catamaran Unlimited! From Playa del Carmen
from $999h
★ 4.3 (3)
3 days diving in cenotes for certified divers
3 days diving in cenotes for certified divers
from $54072h
★ 5.0 (3)
Private Guided Day Trip to Tulum from Riviera Maya or Cancun
Private Guided Day Trip to Tulum from Riviera Maya or Cancun
from $3866h
★ 5.0 (3)
Adventure tour on ATV with Zip Line and Cenotes in Mayan Jungle
Adventure tour on ATV with Zip Line and Cenotes in Mayan Jungle
from $995h
★ 3.0 (2)
Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Playa del Carmen
Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Playa del Carmen
from $1808h
★ 3.0 (2)
Xcaret Plus Park & Night Show from Riviera Maya
Xcaret Plus Park & Night Show from Riviera Maya
from $28012h
★ 5.0 (2)
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid, Deluxe Mayan Tour!
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid, Deluxe Mayan Tour!
from $9612h
★ 3.5 (2)
Zak Aktun
Zak Aktun
from $965h
★ 5.0 (2)
Private Tour: Tulum Ruins, Casa Tortugas and Local's choice food.
Private Tour: Tulum Ruins, Casa Tortugas and Local's choice food.
from $2997h
★ 5.0 (2)
Isla Mujeres Unlimited Awesome Catamaran with Transfer from Playa del Carmen
Isla Mujeres Unlimited Awesome Catamaran with Transfer from Playa del Carmen
from $1108h
★ 3.0 (2)
Xplor Tour with Rafting & Ziplining
Xplor Tour with Rafting & Ziplining
from $1828h
★ 5.0 (2)
Private Tour of Río Secreto from Playa del Carmen with Pickup
Private Tour of Río Secreto from Playa del Carmen with Pickup
from $7235h
★ 5.0 (2)
Amazing ATV (single) Cenote and Ziplines with Transfer from Playa del Carmen
Amazing ATV (single) Cenote and Ziplines with Transfer from Playa del Carmen
from $1014h
★ 3.0 (2)
Tour to Chichen , 2 Cenotes & Valladolid from Playa del Carmen
Tour to Chichen , 2 Cenotes & Valladolid from Playa del Carmen
from $11112h
★ 5.0 (2)
Chichen Itza with Cenote and Valladolid Mayan Nature Tour
Chichen Itza with Cenote and Valladolid Mayan Nature Tour
from $9412h
★ 3.0 (2)

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Other hotels nearby with tour pickup

Hotel Riu Yucatan is situated in a bustling area of Playa del Carmen, making it ideal for those seeking nearby attractions. Compared to other hotels like Wyndham Alltra and Devossion By Live Aqua, which offer more tours, Riu Yucatan may have fewer options but provides a vibrant atmosphere and easy beach access. Each hotel has its unique advantages, so consider your priorities-whether it's the number of tours, adult-only environments, or family-friendly amenities.

What is nearby

A popular dining spot known for its unique menu, located just 0.5 km away.

Questions guests ask about Hotel Riu Yucatan

How do I get from Cancun Airport to Hotel Riu Yucatan?

You can take an ADO bus from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen, which takes about 1 hour. Taxis are also available, costing between 1,000 and 1,500 pesos.

What time do tours typically pick up from the hotel?

Most tours pick up in the morning, but specific times vary by operator. It's best to confirm your pickup time when booking the tour.

How far is the nearest beach from the hotel?

The nearest beach is just 0.5 km away, easily accessible within a short walk from Hotel Riu Yucatan.

What are the options for getting around Playa del Carmen?

You can use local buses (R1/R2) for convenient travel, taxis for short distances, or rent bikes for a more leisurely exploration of the area.

Are there good dining options nearby?

Yes, there are numerous restaurants nearby, including Jungle GastroBar and Alux Restaurant, offering a variety of cuisines within walking distance.

Is the area safe for tourists?

Playa del Carmen is generally safe for tourists, but it's always advisable to stay aware of your surroundings and avoid poorly lit areas at night.

What is the best time of year to visit Playa del Carmen?

The best time to visit is from December to April when the weather is pleasant. However, this is also peak tourist season, so expect larger crowds.

What is the currency used and how can I access money?

The currency is the Mexican Peso. ATMs are widely available, and many places accept credit cards. It's good to have some cash for small purchases.