The RIU Hotels & Resorts portfolio of properties is expansive, literally encircling the globe with possibility. For American travelers, the immediate choices are clustered in the Caribbean … and yet, at first glance, that does little to narrow things down. How could (or should?) you choose between RIU Hotels and RIU Palace options? We’ve compiled a primer for your consideration.
Kids will have a splashing good time at Riu Flamingos.
RIU Hotels
Examples of what your breezy day in paradise might entail:
- Waterslides and cannonball contests galore at Splash Water World (found at RIU resorts in Cancun, Costa Rica, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic)
- A frozen libation (or two, or three) at one of the swim-up bars nestled in idyllic pools
- Serene quiet time on the beach with kids spending the day in the supervised RiuLand kids’ club (found at RIU resorts in Cancun, Costa Rica, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic)
It's easy to relax in style at Riu Palace Peninsula.
RIU Palace Hotels
RIU Palace hotels are everything you expect from and love about RIU properties — but more elevated, upscale. These all-inclusive resorts have more of an aura of luxury, an air of sophistication fit for royalty … a palace on the beach, if you will. To start, every room is either a junior suite or a suite. Champagne breakfasts on your private balcony make for the ideal way to start the day. From there, the resort is your oyster: Perhaps you’d like to lounge by the pool (especially with poolside service satisfying your every craving)? Or, if you need to erase some tension from your everyday life, then a massage and spa treatment will undoubtedly melt your stress away. To sum it up, RIU Palace resorts have the same foundation of possibility as RIU Hotels, but are specifically designed for those who seek the finer things in life. It’s this innate shine that makes RIU Palace hotels the perfect pick for romantic getaways or special occasions.
How Do You Pick?
With such a wide range of options between the two possibilities, narrowing down the best resort for you can feel daunting. That’s where our travel agents enter the picture: Not only do we have thoughtful insights and recommendations informed by countless client vacations, but we often have exclusive perks, amenities and savings to offer as well. Our agents know RIU Hotels & Resorts well, so we can help you choose, plan and book your vacation to perfection.
