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Hotel overview

The Hotel Riu Palace Baja California is located in front of the heavenly El Medano beach, on the south of the Baja California peninsula. This adults-only hotel in Cabo San Lucas offers an All-Inclusive 24-hour service, free Wi-Fi, an extensive culinary selection and the best relaxation and entertainment options for you to enjoy an unforgettable holiday at RIU Hotels & Resorts.

Property information

Year Built: 2018
Total rooms and suites: 602

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Hotel details

Dining

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Amenities

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Activities

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Hotel advisories

Advisory Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
Advisory Please be informed that, as of November 13th, 2023, the "Taj Mahal" Indian restaurant at Riu Palace Baja California will no longer be available.
Advisory The Environmental Sanitation Tax of $79.19 MXN (approx. $3.86 USD), per room per night (depending on the exchange rate at the moment of the check-in). This amount is not included in your vacation price and will be collected at your hotel. This fee is subject to change at any time without notice by the hotel.

General policies & fine print

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Minimum Check-In Age: 18
General Policies:

Check-in Policy - Deposits or credit/debit card hold authorizations are not requested at check-in. "Minimum age of 18 is required for check-in, an ID/Passport will be requested upon arrival.

Convention Policy : Groups traveling together can book this property for their stay taking advantage of group benefits such as 6th or 11th complimentary guest, Group dinner reservation, One complimentary cocktail hour with a selection of appetizers, One complimentary massage for the group leader, Complimentary room upgrades to the next category, Fruit plate and bottle of wine for the VIP, Private check-in when arriving together,  Welcome sign. Applicable with Wedding Collections and Social Packages. Consult terms & conditions.

Spring Break Policy - Student / Spring Breaker Groups (21 years of age or older) will be accepted ONLY at Riu Santa Fe hotel.  

Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.

General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price. Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.

Early Departure Policy:
  • Early Departure Penalty: 1 Night Applies: Sunday - Saturday 04Jul24 - 23Dec26
  • Early Departure Penalty: 2 Nights Applies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26

Ratings & reviews

TripAdvisor traveler rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.0 2531 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 2.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Parents Gone Wild

    While the resort is nice and the ocean front room was beautiful. This is most definitely a PARTY RESORT. Adults getting wasted all day long. People bringing personal speakers with various music blasting from all different angles. Adults saving their towels from the day before just to go down and save a chair at 6 am. Then not returning until well after 10am. It was like spring break for mid lifers no matter when you visited! People couldn’t control their alcohol. Not relaxing at all. We walked down to the other Riu and found that one a little more peaceful. The hotel room was loud at night, you could hear everything outside your room. We liked the food but this was definitely not the resort for us to enjoy a nice relaxing vacation. Unfortunately it left a bad taste of Riu Resorts and we would not book again.

    Mar 09, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    36th Birthday Trip!

    Enjoyed our stay!! This is NOT the party report. Very laid back but still a great time. Food…Japanese restaurant is the best and everything else will get you by.

    Mar 07, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    First Cabo and Riu experience

    I will definitely return to Cabo and Riu Baja California. The entire staff was nice, helpful and efficient. The entire resort was spotless and food/drinks were great.

    Mar 07, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Best value we have found

    This is a well run meticulously kept resort. Staff is friendly and responsive and service is top notch. The food could compete with many higher priced resorts. The steak house manager seems very proud of the service his restaurant provides. We have done a dozen of these type of resorts and this is the best value. The negatives are that the beach is difficult to walk. Masonry type sand and a steep grade near the water. We walk seven miles a day on other beaches but not here. We did see whales almost everyday. If you are looking for a quiet pool area to relax this isn't the place. Crowded and often noisy. We are beach people and there is always spots available. The staff will provide an umbrella if needed and it can get hot. Overall, the best value that we have ever experienced and the staff should be commended again for there professionalism.

    Mar 07, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    The RIU is a great place to stay.

    We loved it. Last year we stayed at the Breathless on the Marina but wanted to try something new. The only thing I can say it room was very humid, and the bedding felt damp but it was February, so we just kept our door open little bit and it was fine. The pools were great and we met some great people. The bartender Daniel was amazing and every time i saw him in passing we would always smile and say hi. We will be back for sure!

    Mar 06, 2025