{"id":41898,"date":"2026-04-16T16:59:34","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T14:59:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.riu.com\/blog\/?p=41898"},"modified":"2026-04-16T17:02:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T15:02:52","slug":"the-ideal-riu-hotel-for-your-next-race","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.riu.com\/blog\/en\/the-ideal-riu-hotel-for-your-next-race\/","title":{"rendered":"How to choose the ideal hotel for your next sports competition"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

At RIU Hotels & Resorts<\/strong>, we understand that sports tourism<\/strong> is a way of life. During the month of May, various locations where we operate host world-class international competitions, from triathlons to urban obstacle races, offering our guests the perfect combination of sports performance<\/strong> and high-quality rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which sports competitions stand out in May and where to stay with RIU?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Below, we present the calendar of key events for May 2026 along with optimized accommodation recommendations for a good recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Event Calendar and RIU venues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sports event<\/strong><\/td>Fecha<\/strong><\/td>Ubicaci\u00f3n<\/strong><\/td>Hotel RIU recomendado<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Spartan Race Madrid<\/a><\/strong><\/td>May 9<\/td>Madrid, Spain<\/td>Hotel Riu Plaza Espa\u00f1a<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
DEKA Strong & Mile M\u00e1laga<\/a><\/strong><\/td>May 9<\/td>M\u00e1laga, Spain<\/td>Hotel Riu Costa del Sol<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Isla Race Mallorca<\/a><\/strong><\/td>May 16-17<\/td>Mallorca, Spain<\/td>Hotel Riu Playa Park<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Ironman Lanzarote<\/a><\/strong><\/td>May 23<\/td>Lanzarote, Spain<\/td>Hotel Riu Paraiso Lanzarote<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
HYROX Berl\u00edn<\/a><\/strong><\/td>May 22-31<\/td>Berlin, Germany<\/td>Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Walk & Run Aruba<\/a><\/strong><\/td>May 25-28<\/td>Palm Beach, Aruba<\/td>Hotel Riu Palace Antillas<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
HYROX Nueva York<\/a><\/strong><\/td>May 28-June 7<\/td>Nueva York, USA<\/td>Hotel Riu Plaza New York Times Square<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Featured Challenges in Spain: Mud, asphalt and volcanoes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Spain is establishing itself as the preferred destination for outdoor sports<\/strong> in May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to prepare for the Spartan Race Madrid from Riu Plaza Espa\u00f1a?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Spartan Race (May 9) is the world’s leading obstacle course race (OCR<\/strong>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Runners who choose Hotel Riu Plaza Espa\u00f1a<\/strong> as their base of operations have a buffet breakfast<\/strong> designed for athletes, with stations for fresh fruit, nuts, and high-quality proteins. After the race, our pool is ideal for muscle recovery<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Functional Fitness in M\u00e1laga and Mallorca<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In the south, DEKA Strong & Mile<\/strong> (May 9) tests power across 10 stations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Hotel Riu Costa del Sol<\/strong> in Torremolinos offers an All-Inclusive<\/strong> regimen, facilitating post-effort hydration and nutrition without logistical worries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, the Isla Race Mallorca<\/strong> (May 16-17) stands out for its family atmosphere, including the Kids<\/strong> category. The hotels Riu Playa Park<\/strong> and Riu Bravo<\/strong> allow for a quick transition from the finish line to the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Ironman Lanzarote Challenge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Ironman Lanzarote (May 23) is one of the most demanding triathlons due to the trade winds<\/strong> and volcanic terrain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Hotel Riu Paraiso Lanzarote<\/strong> guarantees the silence and comfort necessary for deep sleep, a critical factor in pre-competition muscle regeneration<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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International Events: Aruba and the HYROX Phenomenon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sports in the Caribbean: Walk & Run Aruba<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

From May 25 to 28, the Walk & Run Aruba<\/strong> combines competition and paradisiacal landscapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the Hotel Riu Palace Antillas<\/strong>, athletes can access Spa & Wellness<\/strong> services with treatments for tired legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is HYROX and where to compete at the end of May?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

HYROX<\/strong> is the fitness competition that combines 8 km of running with 8 functional exercises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n