Resort Details
- Various Restaurants- Asian
- Italian
- Steakhouse- Kulinarium Restaurant
- All-inclusive meal plan
- Beauty shop/salon†
- Continental breakfast
- Currency exchange†
- Lounges/bars
- Poolside snack bar
- Restaurant
- Wireless internet connection in public areas
† Fees may apply
- Children's program
- Fitness center on-site
- Pool
- Sauna
- Spa †
- Steam bath
- Golf †
- Splash Water World Aquatic Park
† Fees may apply
Guest Reviews from Apple Vacations Customers
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
4794 reviews
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Dec 05, 2025RIU Dunamar Exceeded Expectations!
Mexico – RIU Dunamar Review Check-In: Check-in was fantastic — friendly, fast, and we even received a complimentary room upgrade to a partial sea view. The lobby was spotless and every staff member we met was welcoming. Room (2048): Our room was exceptionally clean and a great size. The minibar and optics were well stocked, and we had a coffee machine with filter coffee, creamer and sugar. The room also included a fridge, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, plus toiletries (hand soap, shampoo and body wash). We ordered extra pillows through the app and they arrived quickly. The bathroom had a large walk-in shower that was absolutely spotless. Lobby Bar: Monse was incredible — genuinely the best server we had. She always made us feel welcome and never let our glasses sit empty. The bar itself was very clean with a relaxed atmosphere, and the nightly entertainment here was a lovely touch. Sports Bar: This became my morning go-to for a latte and a cheeky pastry. The bar was always spotless and fully stocked with snacks, burgers, hotdogs, nachos, sandwiches, fruit, cakes and pastries. Shop: Clean, well stocked with souvenirs, but prices were definitely on the higher side (cigarettes were $17 per pack or 2 for $30). Swimming Pools: There are two swim-up bar pools — always busy, and the water was a bit cloudy (no one ever got out, so not shocking). The smaller pool was the quiet pool and had disabled access via a ramp. The splash park and kids’ pool sit between Dunamar and Palace. The entertainment pool was my favourite — big, lively, and the entertainment team were brilliant. Huge shoutout to Christian, the absolute diva who kept everyone laughing and made the team shine. Restaurants: Buffet Restaurant: We had a great experience here for breakfast, lunch and dinner thanks to the amazing service from Eva, Marta and Ady. They always seated us with a smile and made our visits special. The food was good, though it could get busy and items went fast. • Breakfast: 07:00–11:00 • Lunch: 12:30–15:30 • Dinner: 18:00–22:30 Pompeya (Italian): Buffet starters, served mains. We tried the beef, lasagna and chicken — all came out hot and well presented. Worth a visit. • Lunch: 12:00–16:00 • Dinner: 17:00–21:30 Bamboo (Asian): My favourite restaurant of the trip. Buffet style and every dish was outstanding. I went twice. Highly recommend the beef teppanyaki, pad thai, and sweet & sour pork. • Dinner: 18:00–21:30 Las Brasas (Steakhouse): Enjoyable but needs improvement. My medium-rare steak arrived well-done and tough. No buffet here — everything is served. Least favourite restaurant overall. • Dinner: 18:00–21:30 Kulinarium (Gourmet): Did not visit. • Dinner: 18:00–21:30 RIU Entertainment – Main Stage: White Night and Neon Night on Wednesdays were brilliant — something for everyone. The entertainment team works incredibly hard. My favourite show was the Michael Jackson tribute — absolutely worth a watch. Beach: WOW — stunning! No seaweed, turquoise water, and service was unreal. You barely sit down before a cocktail appears. Huge thanks to the beach waiters — they graft! Mosquitos: ARGH! These little monsters were vicious at night. Bring sprays and wipes. I did see gardeners smoking out the bushes a few times, but it didn’t seem to make much difference. Drinks: Bar staff were excellent and could make anything you asked for. Iced coffee on the rocks became a favourite (not a fan of blended), and the Peach Martini/Blanca Martini was a top pick from the menu. --- Overall: RIU Dunamar was excellent, and I would absolutely return. A massive shoutout to Monse, Ady, Eva, Marta and Christian — RIU should be proud to have such fantastic employees.
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Dec 03, 2025November in Mexico
Very nice and clean property. The pool and beach areas were very good and there were lots of chairs and shade areas which was a pleasant surprise from other hotels we have experienced. The buffet was decent but got a little repetitive after a few days. The beds were on the hard side which some may appreciate but we found them uncomfortable and affected out sleep quality. Overall we were impressed with the quality of the property and would recommend.
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Dec 02, 2025
Stay at Riu Dunamar
Overall, this resort wasn’t bad. They keep the entire property very clean—the grounds, the pools, and especially the beach area, which was one of the cleanest I’ve seen. The service was also good, and the staff were friendly and willing to help whenever we needed something. That said, the quality of the rooms wasn’t quite what I expected. On our first night, they placed us in rooms directly above the club, and the music was extremely loud, making it almost impossible to sleep. Once we talked to the front desk, they were very helpful and quickly moved us to quieter rooms, so I appreciate their responsiveness. If you’re traveling with family, I would recommend booking a family room rather than a standard room. The regular rooms come with twin-size beds and a pull-out couch, which can be uncomfortable if you’re traveling with older kids or teens. Food-wise, the overall food quality wasn’t as good as other resorts we’ve stayed at. Not terrible—just not impressive. Something else to consider is the location. If you plan on leaving the resort often, you’re pretty far from the central tourist areas, so Ubers and taxis can get expensive. If your plan is to stay on-site, relax, and enjoy the beach, this place is a good fit. If you want to explore Cancun more, you might want to consider a resort in a more central area.
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Dec 01, 2025
Clean, friendly and good for the whole family with a great beach
We visited mid November with a large family group. We were all pleased with the cleanliness of the hotel and the beach location. overall we had a positive experience with the staff and the shows kept the kids entertained every night. The buffets were great and had plenty of variety, the a la carte restaurants lacked unfortunately, the steaks were the same as the buffet at the steak house and the Italian lacked with its menu, but at least the staff was good!. Drinks were pretty good but at this price point of hotel you're not getting top shelf drinks, the bartenders do a great job at mixing drinks and are super friendly. Lots of pools to choose from and a water park for little kids. Overall the Riu Dunamar is an excellent family hotel with plenty of entertainment and if you are able to get a good deal I don't see how you'll be disappointed, the location and beach are a standout.
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Dec 01, 2025
Thanksgiving at RIU Dunamar
We just returned from a 5 night stay at the RIU Dunamar over the Thanksgiving holiday. We were a family of 7 ages 9 years old to 70. We had the time of our life! First and foremost, the beach was amazing. The 9 year old could not get enough of the boogie boards with the nice rolling waves. The pools were amazing as well. You didn't even have to leave the pool to get a drink as they would come around with a cart to serve you. The grounds were beautiful. They were setting up for Christmas during our last days there and I bet it will look spectacular once everything is set up. Everyone enjoyed the food and the drinks. We ate at every specialty restaurant. I liked that we did not have to setup a reservation for dinner. If there was a wait, they would give you a beeper like restaurants do to know your table was ready. The 9-year-old loved the activities at the kid's club. The 20-year-olds enjoyed the water slides. The older adults enjoyed the afternoon bingo games. Everyone enjoyed the nightly entertainment. Our room was nice and clean every day. The RIU app made it very easy if you needed anything extra. One time we needed our mini bar refilled and you just submit a request on the app. Another time we had some extra sand from the beach and we needed a broom and I submitted a request on the app and they were there in minutes to clean it up. We did not request any special room, and we could still see the ocean from our balcony. Before leaving for the trip I was worried that the resort would be really packed since it was sold out over the holiday. It did not seem busy at all. There were enough chairs every day to be had. Would highly recommend the RIU Dunamar for a family vacation destination.
- AdvisoryStudent 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.
- AdvisoryThe Municipal Government of Benito Juarez will be charging all guests in the area of Cancun and Puerto Morelos an Environmental Sanitation Tax of a minimum 33.94 Mexican Pesos per person per night. This amount is not included in your vacation price and will be collected at your hotel. These funds are being used to protect, maintain and conserve the extraordinary beauty of the area.
- 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.
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.
Hotel Spring Break Policy -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.
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. - Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed
- Early Departure Policy
- Early Departure Penalty:1 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 04Jul24 - 23Dec26
- Early Departure Penalty:2 NightsApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26
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