RIU PALACE PENINSULA

Resort reference

Resort map ↗

Resort options included unless priced. Local times.

Restaurants & snacks

MalecónInternational buffetRestaurant wing · #2

Getting there

From reception (#1), follow the restaurant wing to the buffet beside Steakhouse (#4).

Breakfast and dinner buffet, live cooking and vegetarian options. Menu varies.

Krystal at Riu Palace PeninsulaKrystalFusion · à la carteRestaurant wing · #3
Krystal at Riu Palace Peninsula

Getting there

Restaurant wing, beside Capuchino (#18), before Agave and Sakura.

SteakhouseGrilled meat & seafoodBeside Malecón · #4

Getting there

Beach-facing end of the restaurant wing, beside Malecón (#2).

AgaveMexican · à la carteRestaurant wing · #5

Getting there

Restaurant wing, between Krystal (#3) and Sakura (#6).

SakuraAsian · sharing platesRestaurant wing · #6

Getting there

Restaurant wing, past Krystal and Agave toward Malecón.

Dim sum, noodles, rice, wings, ribs, skewers and desserts.

DuomoItalianRestaurant wing · #7

Getting there

Entrance side of the restaurant wing, before Malecón.

American Country / Sports Bar at Riu Palace PeninsulaAmerican Country / Sports BarAmerican food · sports screensEntertainment wing · #12
American Country / Sports Bar at Riu Palace Peninsula

Getting there

From reception, pass the gym/spa (#24) into the entertainment wing. Before La Latina (#17).

À la carte American food. Menu unavailable.

Tiki TacoTacos & Mexican snacksPool area · location unknown

Getting there

Ask pool staff for the taco stand.

Fillings and menu unavailable.

Pepe’s FoodGrilled snacksBeach-side pools · #11

Getting there

Beach-side pools, above Tequila (#14) on the map.

Menu unavailable.

Biónicos cart at Riu Palace PeninsulaBiónicos cartPoolside snacksPool area · location unknown
Biónicos cart at Riu Palace Peninsula

Getting there

Ask pool staff where the cart is serving.

Offerings and service days unknown.

Capuchino at Riu Palace PeninsulaCapuchinoCoffee & pastriesLobby / restaurant wing · #18
Capuchino at Riu Palace Peninsula

Getting there

From reception, head toward Krystal (#3). Just before it, facing the pools.

Menu unavailable.

Gelati at Riu Palace PeninsulaGelatiIce creamLobby · #16
Gelati at Riu Palace Peninsula

Getting there

Near reception, between District (#13) and the gym/spa side.

Flavors vary. Also listed as Candy.

Room serviceIn-room diningYour room

Getting there

Order using your room’s instructions or through reception.

Separate room-service menu; unavailable online.

Bars

District at Riu Palace PeninsulaDistrictLobby barLobby · #13
District at Riu Palace Peninsula

Getting there

Sea-facing lobby, opposite reception.

Cocktails and alcohol-free drinks. Menu unavailable.

TequilaSwim-up barBeach-side pool · #14

Getting there

Beach-side pool, below Pepe’s (#11) on the map.

La Playita at Riu Palace PeninsulaLa PlayitaBeach barFar beach end · #15
La Playita at Riu Palace Peninsula

Getting there

Follow the beach toward the villas, away from the main building.

La Latina at Riu Palace PeninsulaLa LatinaLounge & entertainment barEntertainment wing · #17
La Latina at Riu Palace Peninsula

Getting there

Entertainment wing, past Sports Bar (#12) from reception.

Activities & facilities

Pools at Riu Palace PeninsulaPoolsSwimming & loungersPool gardens · #21
Pools at Riu Palace Peninsula

Getting there

Central gardens between the lobby and beach. Towels: #19.

Follow posted pool hours.

Beach at Riu Palace PeninsulaBeachSwimming & beach loungersBeachfront · #20
Beach at Riu Palace Peninsula

Getting there

Through the pool gardens to the sand.

Follow lifeguard guidance.

Kayaking & snorkeling gearNon-motorized water sportsBeach · water-sports desk

Getting there

Ask beach staff for the water-sports desk.

Subject to equipment availability and sea conditions. Open-water tours cost extra.

Pedal boats & sailingWater sportsBeach · water-sports desk

Getting there

Water-sports desk on the beach.

Confirm equipment availability. Catamaran sailing requires a license.

Scuba tryoutOne introductory pool sessionAssigned pool

Getting there

Ask the water-sports desk for the pool and time.

Open-water dives cost extra.

RIU FitGroup fitness classesBeach-side fitness area · #27

Getting there

Beach-side gardens on the restaurant-wing side, below Tequila (#14) on the map.

Classes and meeting points: RIU app or activity board.

Beach volleyballOrganized gamesBeach · meeting point varies

Getting there

Ask the beach entertainment team for the court and next game.

Gym at Riu Palace PeninsulaGymCardio & strength equipment · 18+Near reception · #24
Gym at Riu Palace Peninsula

Getting there

Near reception, on the entertainment-wing side. Follow spa signs.

Cardio machines, strength equipment and free weights.

Steam room & plunge poolsSpa relaxation area · 18+Gym / spa · #24

Getting there

Beside the spa near reception, overlooking the lagoon.

Warm and cold plunge pools. Ask the spa desk for access.

Renova Spa & salon at Riu Palace PeninsulaRenova Spa & salonMassages, facials & beauty treatmentsNear reception · #24
Renova Spa & salon at Riu Palace Peninsula

Getting there

Follow gym/spa signs from reception. For beach gazebo treatments, confirm the meeting point.

Relaxing massage: 50 min US$155. Deep tissue: 60 min US$175. Flash facial: 35 min US$89. Prices vary.

Live music & showsEvening entertainmentEntertainment wing · #17

Getting there

La Latina, past Sports Bar (#12). Confirm the venue for your show.

Times and performers: RIU app or activity board.

RIU Party at neighboring Riu CaribeRIU PartyJungle, White, Pink & Neon · 18+Riu Caribe · signed access path
RIU Party at neighboring Riu Caribe

Getting there

Follow the signed path from the entertainment wing past the villas to Riu Caribe. Dashed red line on the map.

Tue Jungle · Wed White · Fri Pink · Sat Neon. Check the calendar for changes.

Ta’akulMayan archaeological remainsHotel gardens

Getting there

Ask reception for the garden path to the ruins.

RIU LandKids’ club · ages 4–7 and 8–12Beside entertainment wing · #28

Getting there

Outside by La Latina, beside the children’s pool.

Ask the club team for session times and sign-in rules.

Ferry, meals and paid activities are extra.

Getting around

Ferry from Playa TortugasUltramar ferryCancún · Boulevard Kukulcán km 6.5

Getting there

Taxi or Hotel Zone bus from Peninsula (km 5.5) to Playa Tortugas (km 6.5). Arrives on Av. Rueda Medina, downtown Isla Mujeres.

Check outbound and return times for Playa Tortugas; other terminals differ. Arrive 30 minutes early. See booking page for fares and pier fees.

Getting aroundWalk, taxi or golf cartFerry terminal / Centro

Getting there

Walk to Centro and Playa Norte. Taxi or cart for mid-island and southern stops.

Several stops: rent a cart. One southern stop: taxi. Agree taxi fares first. For carts, bring your driving license and confirm price and return time.

Things to do

Playa Norte, Isla MujeresPlaya NorteSwimming, sand & beach drinksNorth end · ~15 min walk from ferry
Playa Norte, Isla Mujeres

Getting there

Walk north from the ferry through Centro to the beach.

Shallow turquoise water and soft sand. Bring a towel or pay a beach club for loungers, shade and drinks. Often busy; follow beach flags.

Punta Sur, Isla MujeresPunta SurCliff paths, sculptures & Mayan remainsSouthern tip · taxi or golf cart
Punta Sur, Isla Mujeres

Getting there

Taxi or cart to Punta Sur / Parque Escultórico. Arrange a return taxi.

Exposed cliff paths and sea views. Entry estimate is per person, from visitor reports. Separate from Garrafón activity-park packages.

Centro & Avenida HidalgoShops & cafésDowntown · near the ferry

Getting there

Walk inland from the ferry to pedestrian Avenida Hidalgo.

Browse shops or stop for a drink between the ferry and Playa Norte.

MUSA & reef snorkeling, Isla MujeresMUSA & reef snorkelingBoat tour · Isla Mujeres TripsMeet downtown · Hidalgo #89
MUSA & reef snorkeling, Isla Mujeres

Getting there

From the ferry, walk to Hidalgo #89, between Abasolo and Matamoros. Confirm meeting time when booking.

MUSA and two reefs. Prices per person. Lunch: fish, or chicken requested ahead; drinks extra. Confirm fees, route and sea conditions. No Cancún hotel pickup.

Kin Há, Isla MujeresKin HáWaterfront pools, kayaks & paddleboardsSouthwest coast · Casa de los Sueños
Kin Há, Isla Mujeres

Getting there

Taxi or cart to Kin Há at Casa de los Sueños, off Carretera a Garrafón.

Three pools, a swim-up bar and a sea-access dock. Day pass covers water gear; confirm food credit and activity hours. Restaurant serves seafood, tacos and breakfast.

Garrafón Park, Isla MujeresGarrafón ParkReef snorkeling, kayaks & ziplineSouth end · near Punta Sur
Garrafón Park, Isla Mujeres

Getting there

Taxi or cart to Garrafón Park, Carretera Garrafón km 6. Packages also offer a 9 am boat from Playa Langosta, Cancún; check in at 8 am.

Royal admission: pool, snorkeling gear, kayaks, buffet and open bar. Online tickets include one zipline round. Price is per adult; offers vary. Same package price if arriving from Isla Mujeres; ask whether the dock fee applies.

Women’s Beading Co-op, Isla MujeresWomen’s Beading Co-opHandmade jewelry & beading classesLa Gloria · mid-island
Women’s Beading Co-op, Isla Mujeres

Getting there

Taxi or cart to the Women’s Beading Cooperative, Paseo de los Peces, block 160, lot 5, La Gloria.

Browse jewelry made by local women or make a bracelet or earrings. Classes Mon–Sat 10 am–2 pm; message ahead for availability and price.

Food & drink

Lola Valentina, Isla MujeresLola ValentinaMexican fusion, tacos & cocktailsAvenida Hidalgo · Centro
Lola Valentina, Isla Mujeres

Getting there

Walk into Centro, then north along Avenida Hidalgo toward Playa Norte.

Mexican and Caribbean dishes; vegetarian options. Tripadvisor: 4.8/5, 4,000+ reviews.

Mango Café, Isla MujeresMango CaféBreakfast & lunch · coconut French toastMid-island · opposite Guadalupe chapel
Mango Café, Isla Mujeres

Getting there

Taxi or cart to Mango Café, opposite Capilla de Guadalupe on the east side.

Coconut French toast and Mexican breakfast/lunch dishes. Tripadvisor: 4.8/5, 5,000+ reviews. Hours differ across listings; confirm before a late visit.

Playa Lancheros · La Casa del Tikin Xic, Isla MujeresPlaya Lancheros · La Casa del Tikin XicBeachfront grilled fish & seafoodSouthwest coast · Carretera Garrafón km 4.6
Playa Lancheros · La Casa del Tikin Xic, Isla Mujeres

Getting there

Taxi or cart to Playa Lancheros / La Casa del Tikin Xic on Carretera Garrafón km 4.6.

Order tikin xic: seasoned whole fish grilled to share. Beach seating, sea views and a swim while lunch cooks. Also seafood, pasta and vegetarian options.

Ratings are dated snapshots; walking times approximate.

Drag to pan · pinch or +/− to zoom. “I’m here” is manual, not GPS. Locations approximate; no walking-time estimates.

Unknown locations: Tiki Taco, Biónicos cart, water-sports desk, volleyball, Ta’akul.