Riu Lupita All Inclusive, Playa del CarmenRiu Lupita All Inclusive in Playa del Carmen, Mexico has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 51 of 61 hotels we score in Playa del Carmen. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.1 before correction: Booking.com 2.9, Tripadvisor 3.4.Riu Lupita is an all-inclusive 5-star resort situated in the Playacar area of Playa del Carmen. The property sits within 25,000 square metres of gardens and provides direct access to the beach. It caters to families with facilities including an outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court, a fitness centre, and a spa. Guests can choose from Mexican, Italian, and steakhouse dining options. The resort is located near local Mayan ruins and the village of Playa del Carmen. While the hotel offers various amenities like free parking and Wi-Fi, some guests have reported issues with room soundproofing and a lack of hot water.What stands out

Direct beach access

On-site tennis courts

Multiple dining cuisines

Large garden grounds

Watch out for

Limited hot water

Thin room walls

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