Riu Palace Las Americas Resort Review (Post Renovation)

Ever since the renovations were completed several months ago at Riu Palace Las Americas I have been chomping at the bit to go back and check out what had been added, painted, replaced, removed, and relocated–I wanted to see whether the beautiful resort I had visited several years ago was still basically the same or in what ways it was now different.  Since I had seen the transformations done to Riu Cancun, Riu Playacar, Riu Mexico, and Riu Yucatan, I had some initial trepidation that my beautiful Las Americas with its Mediterranean charm had perhaps turned into a modern day glitzy Vegas palace.

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Riu Palace Las Americas Jr. Suite Video

If you are interested in the changes which have occurred at Riu Palace Las Americas after their renovations, here is a short video highlighting the Jr. Suite amenities.  Take a look and tell us what you think!

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Riu Palace Las Americas 2016 Renovations Video

Want to take a look at Riu Palace Las Americas renovations which were completed the latter part of 2016?  Watch my latest resort video and tell me what you think of the renovation.

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Riu Palace Las Americas New Renovation Additions

Riu’s most recent $12 million dollar renovation in the latter part of 2016 has brought about many changes to their Cancun signature resort (Riu Palace Las Americas)–some guests will like them, some will not.  Here is a list of what Riu has done with their $12 million: Continue reading

Riu Palace Las Americas to Finish Room Renovations

Riu Palace Las Americas is in the final stages of finishing its guest room renovations.  Although initially scheduled to be completed Oct. 10, 2015, the estimated completion date has been re-set to Oct. 29, 2015.  Room renovations have reportedly consisted of installing see-through plexiglass panels on the balconies, new balcony doors, and installing new bathroom amenities including a walk-in shower (the old bathrooms had a dark tub/shower combo).  The resort has remained open during these renovations with the option of transferring to the Riu Palace Peninsula.

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Riu Cancun Opening Following Renovations

Word is starting to come out about the completion of the Riu Cancun renovations.  The resort was reportedly re-opened as of Aug. 2, 2014, having had a $30 million makeover.  Here is a list of the renovations: Continue reading