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Hotel class 3.5 of 5
Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 5.5, Lote 6-C, Cancun 77500, Mexico
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3 of 5 stars
dipsetmami69   6 contributions
Central New Jersey
Oct 26, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway
4/5 found this review helpful

Just got back from RIU Caribe two days ago. I stayed at the resort with my boyfriend and one of our friends. Last year we stayed at one of the RIU sister hotels the RIU Palace Las Americas. Unfortunately we wanted a cheaper short trip so we opted for this hotels great deal. This is my honest opinion of our... more

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5 of 5 stars
MrsH2be   1 contribution
Birmingham
Oct 26, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
5/5 found this review helpful

We stayed at the Riu Caribe this October and i have to say it was absolutely fantastic! We read a mixture of reviews before we came away and weren't sure what to expect but we need not of worried. The hotel doesnt look like much from the front but it was really nice. the rooms are nice and comfortable-we had... more

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4 of 5 stars
houstondude99   8 contributions
Houston, TX
Oct 25, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
3/3 found this review helpful

If you want personalized concierge service, 1000 count Egyptian cotton sheets and a plush bed this is not the resort for you. If you want good food, good drinks, great service, and an outstanding price, then this is the resort for you. This was my 7th trip to Cancun and 14th trip to the Caribbean, so I've gotten to try... more

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5 of 5 stars
Hayl27UK   4 contributions
West midlands UK
Oct 25, 2009 | Trip type: Family
3/4 found this review helpful

This is the 2nd time i've been to this hotel, the first being in april 2007. We went this year to celebrate my parents 50th wedding anniversary and I can honestly say it was brilliant. The hotel itself is well worthy of its 4star plus rating, sauna/gym available: the rooms were all sea view, clean and air conditioned, with all... more

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1 of 5 stars
mosaicjulz   1 contribution
Dallas
Oct 23, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
3/8 found this review helpful

Husband and I booked our first trip to Cancun at the Riu Caribe using Expedia's package deals. Reading the reviews on the hotel, we opted for this one over Park Royal. We noticed the bad reviews, but overall, it seemed that there were more good than bad, so we took a chance. Along with our package, we booked a shuttle... more

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4 of 5 stars
rockin_cs   1 contribution
Charlotte, NC
Oct 23, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

First we are Cancun regulars, first time at the Riu Caribe were there for 7 days Sept 28-Oct 3, 2009. Rooms are decent, nothing fancy we had the suite the bed was not hard becasue they added a foam topper to the regular mattress. Neither of us had back problems ot hard time sleeping. I would sussgest a couple things... more

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5 of 5 stars
LovetotravelRolla_MO   1 contribution
Rolla, MO
Oct 23, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

My husband and I just returned home from a wonderful visit to the Riu Caribe. I, too, had read some negative reviews but this place was wonderful. We travel quite a bit and this resort was very nice. The grounds were well kept, the rooms were more than adaquate-but the thing above all was the staff!! Our waiter JOSE was... more

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5 of 5 stars
loricnick   7 contributions
Westminster, MA
Oct 22, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

My husband and I had a great time. This was the 4th time we visited cancun and the first time at the Riu Caribe. If you are looking for a great vacation for cheap $$ then come to the Riu. We did not expect the hotel to be as great as it was with the little money we paid for... more

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5 of 5 stars
BikiniWearingMama   1 contribution
Michigan
Oct 19, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
8/8 found this review helpful

My Husband and I just got back from the Riu Caribe on Friday, Oct. 16. and let me just say....today is Monday, We are still on a "Cancun High". We stayed 7 nights. First time ever in Cancun. This was for our 5 yr Anniversary. Let me just get out a few points, perhaps even a guldeline for all thinking... more

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5 of 5 stars
StephenB6   3 contributions
Oct 18, 2009 | Trip type: Family
1/3 found this review helpful

Well worth all the money spent,quality hotel and the locals were freindly. more

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Riu Caribe Also Known As

  • Gran Caribe Real Cancun
  • Riu Caribe Cancun
  • Gran Caribe Real Resort
  • Gran Caribe
  • Grand Caribe Cancun
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Address: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 5.5, Lote 6-C, Cancun 77500, Mexico