All-Inclusive: 10 nights at Riu Palace Peninsula, Cancun, Mexico

There are three pools, all in the same area. Children get their own shallow pool, and there’s a nearby bar that serves drinks and snacks throughout the day. There are plenty of loungers but if you want a break from the sun, there’s a shaded seating area with cushioned wicker armchairs.

4 outdoor pools
You really are spoilt for choice when it comes to the pool scene as there’s 4 to choose from, one of which comes with a swim-up bar. Surrounded by a sun terrace and plenty of loungers and parasols if you’d like to lie back and soak up the sun.

Paddling pool – Children have their own separate pool.

Pool towels

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Dining is where this hotel really shines. As well as the buffet, there are five à la cartes. The steakhouse serves everything from crab to rib-eye steaks, while the Mexican has familiar favourites like fajitas. There’s a Japanese venue and a chic fusion place. Meanwhile, customers staying in the adults-only deluxe villa section get a private restaurant serving the likes of lobster and filet mignon.

Buffet restaurant
For breakfast, lunch and dinner head to the main restaurant Las Olas, where you can dine indoors or outside on the terrace. With special themed evenings 3 times a week and on-the-spot cooking stations where you can watch dishes being prepared in front of you.

Japanese restaurant
Try something a little different for dinner, and sample the Japanese delicacies at Kabuki.

Fusion à la carte restaurant
For Fusion specialities visit Krystal for dinner. Don’t forget to make your reservation in advance.

Sports bar
You’ll be able to get a drink anytime day or night, as this place is open 24 hours.

Swim-up bar
If you work up a thirst while out in the sun, head to Trinidad, the poolside swim-up bar for a refreshing drink. Just to let you know this area is for over 18s.

Lobby bar

Lounge bar
La Latina bar comes with a terrace and is ideal for a pre-dinner drink.

A la carte dining – At fusion à la carte restaurant.

Mexican restaurant
The Mexican eatery Tamales offers traditional dishes.

Kullinarium
Romantic dinner on the beach. For guests staying in the adults-only deluxe villas.

Plaza bar
Beach bar with terrace

Capuchino – patisserie and ice-cream parlour*

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High-octane shows and live music sit at the livelier end of the spectrum. Or there’s a good range of bars that turn the volume down lower, including a lounge one with a terrace, and a 24-hour sports scene.

Riu evening programme
There’s plenty to keep you entertained with a variety of shows and live music held daily.

RiuLand
Packed full of games and activities for children. For ages 4 to 7 and 8 to 12 years.

Riu Party
Guests staying at the Riu Palace Peninsula can attend themed parties at the neighbouring hotel, Riu Caribe – these take place several times a week. Just so you know, these parties are adults only.

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The spa* menu features therapeutic massages, as well as facials, wraps and scrubs. There’s an adults-only gym, too, along with a steam bath and whirlpool.

Gym
For over 18s. Don’t forget your sports shoes as these are compulsory.

Renova Spa*
Indulge and pamper yourself and choose from a variety of treatments on offer. Turn up the heat in the steam bath, then head to the whirlpool bath to relax and unwind. You’ll need to be over 18 to use the steam bath and whirlpool bath.
Whirlpool bath

RuiFit classes
RiuFit put on daily group fitness classes like aerobics and aqua aerobics.

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With the Caribbean Sea on the doorstep, it’s no surprise watersports are big news here. Try things like kayaking or snorkelling. There’s volleyball at the beach, plus group fitness classes with RiuFit. Children aren’t left out, either, thanks to hotel-run activities for little ones under 12.

Volleyball
Watersports: There’s loads to keep you busy activity-wise with hobie cats, kayaking and snorkelling.
Scuba*: Take advantage of a free introductory session to scuba diving, and if you’d like to learn more, lessons take place in the pool, at a charge.
Billiards*

Daytime activity programme: Daily activities for kids’ aged 4-7 and 8-12 years at RuiLand.

Pedalos
Hobie Cat
Kayaks

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