Activities
Vibe & Play
Beach Days, Lively Nights
Fill every day with all-inclusive fun on Playacar Beach: join RiuFit classes, play volleyball in the sand, sail, dive, swim and let younger guests enjoy supervised kids’ activities. When you are ready to explore, Playa del Carmen puts Mayan ruins, cenotes, reefs, golf and island day trips within easy reach.
INCLUDEDBeach Volleyball
Join a friendly match on the sand at the resort’s beach volleyball area, with the Caribbean as the backdrop.
INCLUDEDGym Training
Work out in the free fitness center; guests must be over 18 and wear sports shoes to use the gym.
INCLUDEDPool Swimming
Cool off with laps, splashes and relaxed swims in the resort’s outdoor pool areas, with loungers, towels and parasols provided.
INCLUDEDChildren’s Water Play
Let little travelers splash in the children’s pool area with slides, made for easy family fun under the sun.
INCLUDEDRiuLand Kids’ Club
Children ages 4 to 12 can enjoy supervised activities at the on-site RiuLand kids’ club.
INCLUDEDOn-Site Sailing
Head out on the water with sailing available on site, making the most of the resort’s beachfront location.
INCLUDEDScuba Diving
Explore below the surface with scuba diving offered on site for guests who want a closer look at the Caribbean.
ADDITIONAL FEEBeach Massages
Book a soothing massage through Renova Spa, with treatment options available in rooms or on the beach.
ADDITIONAL FEESpa Facials
Refresh your vacation glow with a facial at Renova Spa, where treatments are available for an extra charge.
INCLUDEDBody Scrubs
Choose a body scrub at Renova Spa for a polished, post-beach reset during your stay.
INCLUDEDHair Styling
Visit the on-site hairdresser for styling or beauty services before dinner, photos or a special occasion.
INCLUDEDWater Skiing
Find water skiing nearby for a faster-paced Caribbean activity beyond the resort’s included beach sports.
ADDITIONAL FEEGolf Lessons
Practice your swing with golf lessons available nearby in the Playacar area.
ADDITIONAL FEEPalancar Reef Snorkeling
Use a Cozumel day trip to snorkel or dive at reef sites such as Palancar Reef off the island.
ADDITIONAL FEETulum Ruins Tour
Visit the cliffside Tulum Mayan ruins overlooking the Caribbean, roughly a 50-minute drive from Playa del Carmen.
ADDITIONAL FEEChaak-Tun Cenote Swim
Swim in the underground waters of Cenote Chaak-Tun, one of the easiest cenote excursions from Playa del Carmen.
ADDITIONAL FEEAkumal Turtle Snorkeling
Travel to Akumal, about 40 minutes from Playa del Carmen, for sea-turtle snorkeling in a popular coastal setting.
ADDITIONAL FEEChichen Itza Tour
Make the day trip to Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, about 2.5 hours away.
ADDITIONAL FEECoba Pyramid Climb
Explore the jungle archaeological site of Coba, known for its climbable pyramid, around a 1.5-hour drive away.
ADDITIONAL FEEUnderground River Float
Float through an underground river cave adventure about a 15-minute drive from Playa del Carmen.
ADDITIONAL FEESnorkel Lagoon Day
Spend a day at an all-inclusive natural snorkel lagoon about 1.1 hours from Playa del Carmen.
ADDITIONAL FEEValladolid Colonial Walk
Wander the colorful colonial streets of Valladolid, often paired with cenote visits and about a 2-hour drive away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Activities FAQs
What activities and entertainment options are available at Hotel Riu Playacar?
Hotel Riu Playacar is built around its Fun4All family concept, offering activities all day for every age group. Guests can enjoy three outdoor swimming pools, a dedicated children's pool with slides, beach volleyball, fitness classes, and a full-service spa, all included as part of the resort's lively daily program at Hotel Riu Playacar.
Does Hotel Riu Playacar have a kids' club for children?
Yes, Hotel Riu Playacar features the on-site RiuLand kids' club, which welcomes children ages 4 to 12 with supervised, age-appropriate activities throughout the day, making it one of the resort's most popular family amenities.
What pool and water activities can guests enjoy at Hotel Riu Playacar?
Hotel Riu Playacar offers three outdoor pools plus a dedicated children's pool with slides, all equipped with free sun loungers, towels, and parasols. The property also provides access to sailing and scuba diving on site, along with water skiing nearby for guests wanting more adventurous water activities.
Is there a fitness center or fitness classes at Hotel Riu Playacar?
Hotel Riu Playacar has a free on-site gym available to guests 18 and older, with sports shoes required for use. The resort also offers RiuFit group fitness classes for guests looking to stay active during their stay.
What spa treatments are offered at Hotel Riu Playacar?
The resort's Renova Spa offers a full menu of wellness services, including facials, body scrubs, and massages (available in treatment rooms or on the beach), as well as manicures, pedicures, and hair removal, plus an on-site hairdresser and beauty salon. Spa treatments at Hotel Riu Playacar carry an additional charge.
What excursions and attractions can guests book near Hotel Riu Playacar?
From Hotel Riu Playacar, guests can arrange tours and ticket assistance for nearby attractions such as snorkeling trips, archaeological sites, and underground cenote swims, many reachable within a short drive. The resort's Playacar location also makes it easy to stroll the area's small Mayan ruin site and a beachfront sculpture park, both an easy walk from the property.
Can guests play golf near Hotel Riu Playacar?
Yes, Hotel Riu Playacar sits within the Playacar complex, which includes an adjacent 18-hole golf course. Golf lessons are also available nearby for guests who want to improve their game during their stay.
Is Hotel Riu Playacar a good choice for a Spring Break trip?
Hotel Riu Playacar is designed as a family-focused resort rather than a Spring Break destination. The minimum check-in age during Spring Break is 21, and student groups under 21 and Spring Breakers are not accepted, with enforcement especially strict in March and April, keeping the atmosphere oriented toward families.
Does Hotel Riu Playacar offer babysitting or childcare services?
Yes, Hotel Riu Playacar provides babysitting and childcare services for an additional surcharge, giving parents the flexibility to enjoy the resort's pools, spa, and other amenities while their children are cared for.
What other on-site amenities support activities and leisure time at Hotel Riu Playacar?
Beyond its pools and kids' club, Hotel Riu Playacar offers shopping on site with a gift shop and newsstand, laundry and dry-cleaning service, secured bicycle storage, and tours and ticket assistance for planning outings, all supporting a well-rounded, family-friendly stay.