RIU Hotels & Resorts reopens the Hotel Riu Palace Peninsula in Cancun following a comprehensive renovation, now featuring the exclusive Elite Club service

RIU Hotels & Resorts has reopened the Riu Palace Peninsula following an ambitious and comprehensive renovation. This historic property, which has stood as an architectural icon in the Hotel Zone since 2012, returns to the market as a completely transformed product, meticulously designed to exceed the expectations of every traveler. Among its main new features, the introduction of the  Elite Club service stands out, an exclusive offering that adds a restaurant, a bar, and a private-access pool for its members.

Following the renovation, the 618 rooms at the Riu Palace Peninsula feature an elegant and inviting design dominated by natural tones and warm woods. This style extends to the lobby and the restaurants, which are now more spacious and luminous, highlighted by the floor-to-ceiling windows of the District Bar parlor with its spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea.

What advantages does the new Elite Club service in Cancun offer?

Adult guests who book the Elite Club service will enjoy exclusive benefits, such as access to a private specialty restaurant, a dedicated pool with a swim-up bar, and a selection of premium beverages.

Furthermore, this service guarantees placement in one of the 100 best rooms in the villa area, including options with a private pool in the space previously reserved exclusively for adults.

New culinary offerings and entertainment areas

The hotel's culinary offering features 9 restaurants and 7 bars, highlighted by the addition of the American Country themed restaurant within the 24-hour Sports Bar and the Candy ice cream parlor. These venues complement the main international buffet, the Italian Duomo, the Mexican Agave, the Asian Sakura, the Steakhouse, the fusion cuisine restaurant Krystal, and two options located in the pool area: Pepe’s Food and Tiki Tako.

In the outdoor areas, the resort features a total of six swimming pools tailored to diverse guest profiles, including three for general access, one exclusively for adults, one for Elite Club guests, and one for children. Adult guests enjoy direct access to the four weekly RIU Party events held at the adjacent Hotel Riu Caribe, while our family-oriented offerings include the newly renovated children's club RIU Land.

Presence and impact of RIU Hotels & Resorts in Quintana Roo

Key project data and the corporate footprint of the chain in the region:

• Properties in Cancun: 6 hotels currently in operation within the Hotel Zone.
• Presence in Quintana Roo: 15 establishments out of the 23 managed by the chain throughout Mexico.
• Regional workforce: Nearly 8,000 collaborators in the state, out of a national workforce of 14,000 employees.
• Upcoming projects: Comprehensive renovation of the Riu Palace Mexico in Playa del Carmen and the construction of the Hotel Riu Palace Quintana Roo in Costa Mujeres.

Frequently asked questions regarding the reopening of the Riu Palace Peninsula

1. When did the Riu Palace Peninsula hotel reopen following its renovation? The hotel reopened its doors on July 25, 2026, following the completion of a comprehensive refurbishment of its facilities and services.
2. How many rooms does the new Riu Palace Peninsula feature? The property offers 618 guestrooms, all of which have been completely redesigned with warm woods and natural tones.
3. What does the Elite Club service at the Riu Palace Peninsula entail? It is an exclusive service for adults that features a private restaurant and pool, premium beverages, and guaranteed accommodation in the 100 best rooms within the villa area, some of which include a private pool.
4. What new culinary experiences have been added to the hotel? We have introduced the American Country themed restaurant within the 24-hour Sports Bar and the Candy ice cream parlor, rounding out a comprehensive selection of 9 restaurants and 7 bars.
5. Do guests have access to the RIU themed parties in Cancun? Yes, adult guests enjoy included access to the four RIU Party events held each week at the neighboring Hotel Riu Caribe.
6. How many hotels does RIU Hotels & Resorts operate in Quintana Roo? The chain operates a total of 15 hotels in the state of Quintana Roo, 6 of which are located in Cancun.

 

For further information or bookings, please visit: www.riu.com

About RIU Hotels & Resorts: The international RIU chain was founded in Mallorca, Spain, in 1953 as a small holiday business by the Riu family, who are the founders and current third-generation owners. The company focuses on holiday hospitality, with more than 74% of its establishments offering the renowned All inclusive by RIU service. With the opening of its first city hotel in 2010, RIU expanded its product range with its own line of urban hotels known as RIU Plaza. RIU Hotels & Resorts operates 101 hotels in 22 countries, which welcomed 6.8 million guests in 2025 and employed a total of 38,955 staff members. Currently, RIU is the 40th largest chain in the world and the third largest in Spain by number of rooms.

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