Oofta, while I would really love to book my next Cancun stay at the Paradisus or Hyatt Vivid Grand Island (this one is transitioning to the Mondrian brand), I really needed to reconsider my choices due to my new moving expenses budget. So I’ve decided to focus on staying at the newly renovated Riu Palace Peninsula (Riu is always a bargain) and Grand Riviera Princess which recently finished its own massive renovation. I can actually stay there for my dates of stay in an upgraded Platinum Suite with a plunge pool for less than the other Riu resort I was contemplating (Riu Palace Costa Mujeres with an upgrade to Elite Class).
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Riu Palace Peninsula To Close For Renovations
I just became aware that Riu Palace Peninsula will be closing for renovations starting April 6, 2026. The projected reopening date will be anywhere from July 25 to August 8, 2026.
My Stay at Riu Palace Peninsula During COVID–A Resort Review
Balcony Jacuzzi Suite With the Best Cancun View
Time for another suite review! This time I’m highlighting the Jacuzzi Suite at Riu Palace Peninsula which is located in Cancun’s Hotel Zone on the top of the “7”. Riu resorts are some of the best four-star all-inclusive properties which give you the most “bang for your buck”. Since this is a Riu Palace resort (an upgraded Riu property), you will have access to all Riu resorts in the area. Don’t forget to visit the Riu Caribe located adjacent to this resort; it’s also easy to take a bus down to the Riu Palace Las Americas and the Riu Cancun if you want to see what they look like as well.
