Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 star property

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4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Sundeck
Sundeck
Executive lounge
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels, scuba diving

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub

Explore the area

Map
Camino Viejo a San José, Km 3.5, Col. El Medano, Cabo San Lucas, BCS, 4990
  • Medano Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Cabo San Lucas Bay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • The Arch
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur (SJD-Los Cabos Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (Elite Club | C)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (L)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (Elite Club | U)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | C)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | C)

  • 764 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Grande (B2C-US))

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (B2C-US)

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, M)

  • 764 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (Elite Club | B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, M)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (C)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (E)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (L)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Garden View (L)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (L)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Grande (U))

  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (U)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (U)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (M)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Standard, M)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Garden View (M)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, L)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (U)

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Grande | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, U)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, U)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, E)

  • 764 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (C)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, L)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (C)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Grande | C)

  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (C)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, E)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (E)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Grande, M)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Double Beds

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About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5-star property in El Medano Ejidal
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the property's 6 restaurants. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive offers 602 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of towels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

A health club and a complimentary water park with waterslides are featured at the property. 4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include a steam room and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite 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 hot tub and a steam room.

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

Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive features a full-service spa, a complimentary water park, and 4 outdoor swimming pools. Dining is available at one of the property's 6 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the property's bars, which include 6 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Business-related amenities at this 4.5-star property consist of 2 meeting rooms and limo/town car service. Event facilities measuring 969 square feet (90 square meters) include conference space. This Art Deco property also offers a health club, a hot tub, and a steam room. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 11 AM.
Promenade - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Yu Hi - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Krystal - This restaurant specializes in Fusion cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Sofia - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

All inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite 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-motorized water sports are included.

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Onsite live performances
Theme parties

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • 6 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Krystal
  • Promenade
  • Sofia
  • Yu Hi

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Fitness classes
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Scuba diving
  • Steam room
  • Tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 969 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2018
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.
When a room reservation includes a round-trip airport transfer at no charge, it's essential to respond to the supplier's message to arrange the shuttle service.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 79.20 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

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

Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2376 out of 4000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 889 out of 4000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 388 out of 4000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 163 out of 4000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 184 out of 4000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily A

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly happy welcoming staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

lewis smith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The boom boxes at the pools were obnoxious!!!! Individual loud music should not be allowed in common areas!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie, Bella Coola

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing and it is very clean. Good food and lots of options for pools, privacy or parties.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

mitchel

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is kept up and in great condition. Rooms looked almost new. Steak house was excellent, Italian was mediocre, Japanese place was good and the buffet for it being a buffet was surprisingly tasty and fresh. Bar pools were small but there is 2 and they’re heated. Tend to get dirty quickly due to their size. Larger pools are not heated and clean. Beach is nice but be ready to be attacked by people selling stuff. They also harass you at the swim up bar with the view of the ocean. I think there needs to be security to push those vendors away to let you breathe better. I’ve been to Cancun 4 times and Cabo is significantly worse when it comes to the beach vendors. They literally wait for you at the stairs when going to the beach and yell/whistle at you when you’re in the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Solana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort was exactly what we were looking for to celebrate my husband’s birthday. There was always something going on and we enjoyed every little bit of it. From the entertainment, to the service, everything exceeded our expectations. Everything was clean and the food was even good. Did I mention that the service was top notch? Mexico will always be our favorite destination and this is our second time in Cabo, I will definitely choose this resort every time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria H

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanne Ruth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and friendly. There was only one area of entertainment. No other bars or lounges. Very loud in the one entertainment area and the open restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with lots of activities to do throughout the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curt

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we enjoyed the stay. Steakhouse was great but limited to get into. Dissapointed trying to get into steakhouse
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was told multiple times that i could add a friend to my room for my birthday as i arrived the situation was completely impossible and way more expensive than it should have been had Expedia and the Rui resorts manager and staff both ways were deceitful and not willing to compromise. Still dont have my one key points or rewards for booking with the company as well. 40th birthday completely ruined
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely. Right on the beach. Food was good. Very clean. But it’s between Cabo and San Jose so no way to leave the property on foot to shop in town. Staff was incredibly polite.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Cappel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Limited activities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay for 6 nights with 2 other couples. Sevice throughout the resort was superb. Pool area was very nice and clean. Would definitely stay at RIU Baja again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the cleanest place I have ever stayed. The workers were so friendly and were always cleaning and improving their areas. They were happy and always smiling. We loved the pools, the dining choices and even the buffet was great. So many food choices. Super close to the beach. The rooms were beautiful and comfortable. We loved it and will definitely go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reva

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We like AI’s. We’ve been to a few, this was our first trip to Cabo, and first time staying at a Riu. We liked the resort and would choose a Riu again. Facilities are fine- somewhat utilitarian looking, but very functional and absolutely stunningly clean. Maintenance, Landscaping and Housekeeping departments should all be complimented. I’d upgrade the sheets and provide robes if I was in charge, but what was there was fine. Staff were pleasant and seemed happy to serve, and be helpful. In particular, the AM buffet staff, Israel at the Mexican restaurant, and Adrian on the beach were very kind and attentive. Food- such a controversial topic at an AI. This one was better than some of the more expensive ones we’ve stayed at. The buffet is a marvel- food is seasoned well and gorgeously presented. I worked in catering for several years and understand the skill and effort it takes to make a buffet look that good. Well done. The Mexican was our favorite restaurant. The Italian could use some work. One odd thing- the buffet had a lot of yummy desserts, but none of the restaurants had very good desserts. I.E- the buffets cheesecake was very good and the steakhouse’s nearly inedible. That seems like an area to improve. Loved the poolside tacos, chips and quac. Pool game is at play here. But we still always found chairs. Beach is down a hill and can’t be heard from the lounge chairs. Shows were fun, but it was chilly so we didn’t always stay out. Wished for an indoor bar to hang out
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness throughout, very courteous staff, great amenities to enjoy. The only downside in our opinion was the bed in our room which was not comfortable. For the price paid at a resort like this, one would expect top quality mattress. I guess X-Caret Arte spoiled it for others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025