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 21 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 21 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 BeachBound Customers
Customer ratings & reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
12637 reviews
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Dec 03, 2025Beautiful Resort, but not for children.
I wouldn’t bring my pre-teen (or a teenager) back here. We arrived during the Pink Party, an afternoon foam party that runs until 7 p.m. Our ground-floor room, Villa 8, was directly beside the event and did not have the Partial Ocean View we paid for. On the way there, we saw multiple guests being wheeled out, including one very intoxicated passed-out young woman with vomit down her chest. No concierge assistance was offered, and the map we were given directed us straight to the party area. After a long day of travel, I didn’t expect to have a conversation with my 10-year-old about overconsumption before even reaching our room. The experience didn’t stop there. To reach the wave pool, you have to pass the foam party venue, and the only entrance to the beach goes past two adult infinity pools with bars. My child was consistently exposed to club vibes, and daily, I was not discreetly asked if I wanted to buy drugs while walking down the ramp toward the beach with my children. Every night, the partying continued, even after the 11pm shut down of the night foam parties. And on two separate nights, we had knocks on our door at 3 a.m. accompanied by loud voices and blasting music. That said, there were positives: the wave pool was fun, with a good lifeguard-to-slide ratio. The service was excellent, the washrooms were impressively clean, security was visible (though not in the hallways of Villa 8 at 3 a.m.), we liked the beach venders and got the braids, henna, and hats, and the hotel entertainment was enjoyable- special shoutout to the Michael Jackson impersonator. I didn’t leave this feedback while there, how do you tell a party hotel there is too much party? They did their best to provide all the comforts within their template. And maybe we’ll be back after my children are grown and can all handle the constant party atmosphere, the male-gaze vibe, and the safety concerns that comes with being a mom of girls.
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Dec 03, 2025
We had a great time
We enjoyed our stay at this resort. It is huge. We got our steps in every day. The bar and restaurant staff and Animation Team are very friendly. The property is beautiful. Exactly like the pictures.
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Dec 02, 2025
Great amenities and service, with a few bumps along the way
The Riu Sante Fe offers an impressive array of amenities that truly stand out. The water slides were a huge hit with the kids and teens in our group, and the variety of pool areas meant everyone could find their perfect spot to relax. The dining options were excellent, with everything from buffets to convenient taco stands, and food available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, which was incredibly convenient. The staff deserves special recognition—they were genuinely attentive and always greeted us with warm smiles, which made our stay feel welcoming. However, we did encounter a few issues. Four members of our party experienced illness for a day (though we couldn't pinpoint the exact cause). More concerning was a late-night disturbance at 2:00 AM when a loud argument escalated into a physical altercation right outside our room. We attempted to call the front desk but couldn't reach anyone, and it took about 30 minutes before someone arrived to intervene. This was disappointing from a security standpoint. Additionally, while the beds appeared high-quality, I found them less comfortable than expected for a good night's sleep. Despite these setbacks, the resort's fantastic amenities, food variety, and exceptional staff made for an enjoyable vacation overall. With some improvements to security response and room comfort, this could easily be a 5-star experience.
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Dec 01, 2025Food was excellent just depends where you eat some places were so so
This resort is very clean with a beautiful view the club was super nice and fun it’s definitely worth the money
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Dec 01, 2025
Friend trip to Cabo
Second time to Cabo and the facility and weather were great. the staff were helpful and very friendly. my only issue was the bed, king size but not very comfortable, maybe I am spoiled at home. We stayed at the Sante Fe and did meat many other people at Rui's neighboring resorts that came to the Santa Fe because the guests were friendlier
- 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 $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.
- 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.
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.
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