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 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 state of Baja California Sur will be charging a sanitation tax of a minimum $38.00 Mexican Pesos (approx. $3.00 USD), per room per night. 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

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.0 2443 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Great place - Traveler caveat

    What a great location. Spectacular views, great food, and awesome service. The place is spotless and the staff, from the waitstaff to housekeeping, are all spot on. 2.5 miles to the marina and markets. NOTE - You can use Uber, BUT they can NOT pick you up at the resort entrance, you must walk down to the guard shack to catch your ride (nobody told us this and we had multiple drivers cancel on us at the last minute because they were turned away). HOWEVER, Uber WILL drop you off at the resort entrance. Messed up system, but the resort caters to taxis and experience program vehicles only. We'd go back!

    Jan 09, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    One and Done!!!!

    The hotel was very nice. Modern rooms were clean. The food was very good especially the steakhouse was my favorite. Pool area was relaxing had music but nothing overwhelming. If you’re looking for a party, they do offer parties on certain nights, which was pretty cool. If you’re looking for a beach, this is not the hotel to go. The water is unable. it looks beautiful from afar you can go to a beach, which is quite rough but swimmable overall I had a good time at this place. However, I wouldn’t travel across the country again to see Cabo

    Jan 07, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Amazing staff, consistent service

    We have stayed at the Riu Santa Fe twice and now the Baja California twice. The best thing is knowing that there is a consistent level of service and quality that I hope never changes. That reason alone is why we have a hard time choosing to go anywhere else when we travel to Cabo San Lucas. Food has been very good and the facilities are nice. Easy access to the beach and usually alot of different places to hang out and chill by a pool or in the shade. We mostly come to relax and are not big party goers and we find there is still a mix of people who are doing both, but when we want to just relax, we know we can. Criticisms: the beds in the rooms are not the most comfortable. Because of the design of the corridors, they act like a large echo chamber so any noise is amplified in the hallways. Otherwise, down near the pools and common areas could use a few more bathrooms. Special thanks to the staff at the coffee bar, buffet and walking around the pool, they are always working so hard, I am grateful they are so helpful.

    Jan 07, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    50th birthday group

    The stay was wonderful. Everything was to our liking and they had an amazing bartender that made extremely good espresso martinis.

    Jan 06, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    50TH BDAY CELEBRATION

    the stay was wonderful from beginning to end, the bartender was great, our hotel located in the right spot, we loved the night shows.

    Jan 06, 2025
Prices per person based on double occupancy including round-trip airfare via U.S. certified air carriers and round-trip airport/hotel transfers when arriving at airport closest to destination (for exceptions see Frequently Asked Questions), hotel taxes and baggage handling, fuel surcharges, and all pre-collected U.S. and foreign taxes. In some instances, pricing may specifically apply to one of multiple flights on select departure days. All packages are based on the lowest hotel/air classes available at time of publication, capacity controlled, subject to availability and change without notice. Promotional pricing may only be available for a limited time. Fees may apply for carry-on and checked baggage-view Baggage Policies. Some resort fees, environmental levies and departure taxes are not included and may be payable in resort. View Frequently Asked Questions for more information. Apple Vacations is not responsible for errors or omissions. Cancellation policies apply. Bookings are subject to the Fair Trade Contract. All public charter flights are operated by ALG Vacations Corp: Allegiant Air: PC 18-231, A319-156 seats or A320-186 seats /PC 18-234, A319-156 seats or A320-186 seats; Miami Air operated by TUI Airlines Belgium N.V. : PC 19-085 & PC 19-117, B737-800, 180 seats/PC 19-091, B737-800-183 seats; Swift Air: PC 19-092, B737-400-150 seats; Viva Aerobus: PC 18-228, A320-180 seats/ PC 19-079, A320-180-185 seats/PC 19-094, A320-185 seats. CST2139014-20 120319