Guests will receive up to $730 in coupons per room towards the purchase of Spa Services, Scuba Diving, Wedding Services, Rental Car, Photography, Shopping and Romantic Dinner. Additional details will be provided upon check-in at the hotel.
Important Information:
Guests will receive coupons at check-in. The total of credits is per room for guests 18 and older. Resort credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable, and cannot be used on future stays. Resort credits can be used as a discount only for selected services. Credits cannot be exchanged for cash. Promotion is subject to availability and can change without notice. Restrictions may apply.
Guests will receive up to $890 in coupons per room towards the purchase of Spa Services, Scuba Diving, Wedding Services, Rental Car, Photography, Shopping and Romantic Dinner. Additional details will be provided upon check-in at the hotel.
Important Information:
Guests will receive coupons at check-in. The total of credits is per room for guests 18 and older. Resort credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable, and cannot be used on future stays. Resort credits can be used as a discount only for selected services. Credits cannot be exchanged for cash. Promotion is subject to availability and can change without notice. Restrictions may apply.
Resort Details
- American Country
- A-la-carte restaurant. Lunch and dinner.
- CarussoItalian buffet restaurant. Dinner only.
- KulinariumA-la-carte restaurant. Dinner only.
- La Baja CaliforniaMain Buffet restaurant. Breakfast and dinner.
- La Mision
- Lunch: buffet restaurant
- Dinner: Mexican a-la-carte restaurant w/ starters and dessert buffet
- Pepe's FoodGrill station. Lunch and snacks.
- SakuraA-la-carte Asian restaurant. Dinner only.
- Tiki TacoTaco station. Snacks
- ToroteBreakfast and lunch: buffet restaurantDinner: A-la-carte steakhouse
- Various Lounges/Bars
- La Monumental
- Sports Bar
- Bravo
- Ole
- Space
- Ushuaia
- Mezcal
- Tequila
- La Iguana
- Lio - Wet & PizzaPizzeria with self-service bar. Lunch and snacks.
- 24-hour front desk
- Baggage hold
- Children programs
- Children welcome
- Children's play area
- Complimentary wireless internet
- Concierge desk
- Exercise gym
- Free high speed internet connection
- Free parking
- 24-hour front desk
- Baggage hold
- Children programs
- Children welcome
- Children's play area
- Complimentary wireless internet
- Concierge desk
- Exercise gym
- Free high speed internet connection
- Free parking
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Safe deposit box
- Spa†
- Tennis court
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Water sports†
† Fees may apply
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site
- General- RIU Land kids' club (4-7 & 8-12 yrs)- Children's playground- Children's pool with slides
Guests have access to Tennis and Pickleball court at Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas.Reservation required.
* Daytime entertainment programme for adults* Live music, shows & RIU entertainment* RIU Party* "Pacha" discotheque (open 6 days a week) - Pool
There are 10 pools on-site. This property has swim-up bars.
Featuring the water park Splash Water World, swim-up bars, DJ pool parties and the foam pool party.
Additional bathrooms in pool areas.
- Spa †
- Golf †There is a golf course located within a mile of the property.
- Motorized Water Sports †Watersports not available on site (available nearby at additional charge).
The RIU Group has no direct or indirect relationship with external services/local providers (especially PARASAILING) and does not assume any liability for them, any contract between them being the exclusive responsibility of the clients themselves. - Non-Motorized Water SportsAvailable nearby additional fees apply - paid at time of rental.
The RIU Group has no direct or indirect relationship with external services/local providers (especially PARASAILING) and does not assume any liability for them, any contract between them being the exclusive responsibility of the clients themselves.
- Daytime entertainment programme for adults- Live music, shows & RIU entertainment- RIU Party- "Pacha" discotheque (open 6 days a week)
- Splash Water World water parkRiu Party (adults only)
† Fees may apply
Guest Reviews from Apple Vacations Customers
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
12836 reviews
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Feb 08, 2026A young adults RIU
Let’s start with the airport transfer, once you grab your bags and head to the bus you will be haggled by timeshare and excursion people. When you find your bus and get to it be prepared to wait quite a while as people are stopping and having drinks before they come to the bus! We sat close to an hour before the last two stragglers boarded. Ride wasn’t too bad. Now the resort, check in wasn’t too bad but if you asked for a king bed be prepared to have two singles put together! They promise a pad on top but what they do is add a blanket (like the spar ones in the closet) with a king sheet over top! Beds were very uncomfortable! Back was sore all week! The rooms were clean and they were good at restocking the fridge and cleaning. Don’t stay in building 8 or 9 if you want to sleep at night, stick close to the beach! Weather was good but if it rains it’s a long walk to the dining room uncovered and walkways are flooded. The walk to the supper buffet and à la carts was a long walk (we were in building number seven.), The pools were great, most were filled with young adults but we did find one beside the palace that was a little quieter with a bit older adults. This resort is perfect if you are between 20&30!, if you like to party and drink and stay up late! The entertainment is perfect for you! No judgement as I was that age myself at one time. The food was good, same as all the RIU,s. À la carts were your typical, nothing fancy. Staff were just doing their job, the odd few went above and beyond and were personable but most just kept to themselves. Beach was nice but as we all know there’s few places to swim in los cabos. The beach was also very steep so difficult to walk. On the upside if you go in town the marina is beautiful, go off the beaten path to get cheaper souvenirs if your looking for them as if you buy in the marina area you with pay cruise ship prices! Make sure to visit Cabo wabo, Sammy haggars bar, its a little pricey but that’s cabos for you?. Also go to happy endings for cheap drinks and food (2 beers and 2shots for $5 US. Loved going in town but will not stay at the Santa Fe again.
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Feb 08, 2026Expansive resort and gorgeous views
We travelled as a family of 4 to the Riu Santa Fe the first week of February. Our kids are 12 and 15. We booked two connecting rooms, which were perfect for our family, and provided lots of space for us. The rooms were clean, well maintained and we had no issues other than the key being taken out of the power slot once when our kids left it in and we had to request a new one from the front desk. The food was what you’d expect from a Riu, lots of options and buffet style. We did notice that the selection of meals available from the à la carte restaurants was less than the Palace versions of the same, but it didn’t impact our experience at all, just something to note if you are considering this one instead of the Palace. The resort has a great infinity pool overlooking the ocean, and lots of swim up bars - note these are adult only. This resort caters to the Riu parties, and there are 4 a week! They are off in a separate section, and 18+ only unlike others Riu’s we’ve been to where the kids could enjoy them too. This didn’t impact our experience but we did wonder if maybe the evening entertainment wasn’t as good here due to the entertainment staff being directed to the Riu parties instead. Again, evening shows were fine, nothing to write home about but something to do after dinner. The resort had a large courtyard area around the stage and this was a great area get a drink, people watch, play games, and more. Despite the resort being huge, it never felt too crowded as there was plenty of space for everyone, and we never had trouble finding loungers at the pool or somewhere to sit.
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Feb 08, 2026WARNING!!!
I am writing this to warn any travelers and parents of young adults, about a terrible experience my 18-year-old son and his girlfriend experienced at the Riu Santa Fe resort in Cabo the weekend of Jan 24th. A resort guest forced his way into their room, resulting in my son having to physically defend himself and his girlfriend until the man left. My son immediately called resort security for help- no one came. In a panic he called Cabo PD, it took several attempts to get through. When they arrived, they were completely indifferent to the bloody scene in the room. They did not take a statement, nor did they search for the intruder; absolutely nothing was done. They felt abandoned and unsafe, so they fled the resort and paid for emergency flights home a day early. If you think a major resort like RIU Hotels and Resorts will protect you in an emergency, please think again. Please share this to warn others.
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Feb 07, 2026Leo
One of my favourite places, excellent location the food is amazing. The sewer line is amazing beautiful view and a lot of happy people.
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Feb 06, 2026
Vacation
We enjoyed ourselves at the resort went there looking to get some sun and relax and we did both. The resort is very clean and they have excellent grounds. The all inclusive is all inclusive bar fridge was well stocked and replaced every second day you also have access to gin rum vodka and tequila in your room never have seen that before there is a good assortment of restaurants and the buffets were also good lots of variety
- AdvisoryAll Student/Spring Breaker Group reservations are strictly On Request and will be reviewed on a case by case basis by the corresponding Destination Sales Department. Guest disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not allowed. If a Student/Spring Breaker Group is accepted a. Minimum Age requirement: 21 years of age or older. b. Hotel may request proof of age in the form of passport or official ID
- AdvisoryThe Environmental Sanitation Tax of 83.00 MXN, 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.
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- 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.
Spring Break Policies -
1. Student / Spring Breaker Groups (21 years of age or older) will be accepted exclusively at the following 5 hotels:
Riu Santa Fe
Riu Cancun
Riu Caribe
Riu Latino
Riu Republica
2. All Student / Spring Breaker Group reservations are strictly On Request and will be reviewed on a case by case basis by the corresponding Destination Sales Department. RIU Hotels & Resorts reserves the right of admission and may reject any request at its sole discretion.
3. If a Student / Spring Breaker Group is accepted:
a. The number of rooms will be deducted from the contracted allotments
b. Minimum Age requirement: 21 years of age or older.
c. The Hotel may request proof of age in the form of passport or official ID
d. Each room must submit a signed liability agreement upon check-in.
4. At all other RIU properties Student Groups / Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year.
5. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. a. Parties in rooms are not permitted
6. Student / Spring Breaker Groups must comply with any protocols (hotel and government) in place at the time of stay at the 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. - Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed
- Early Departure Policy
- Early Departure Penalty:1 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 04Jul24 - 31Dec50
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