Hotel Riu Santa Fe near Cabo San Lucas Bay offers a beachfront experience with a breakfast buffet, beach massages, and sun loungers. Kids enjoy a pool with waterslide, while everyone loves the eight outdoor pools and Asian cuisine among six restaurant options.
All-inclusive family-friendly property near Medano Beach
Close to Cabo San Lucas Bay, Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive provides a free breakfast buffet, free water park access, and a nightclub. This property is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beach massages, and sun loungers. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, aromatherapy, or a massage at Renova Spa, the onsite spa. At the 6 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, dinner, and Asian cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include volleyball and scuba diving. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as 5 swim-up bars and 5 poolside bars.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
10 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with a waterslide, 5 swim-up bars, and sun loungers
Free self parking
Limo/town car service, babysitting (surcharge), and massage treatment rooms
A porter/bellhop, beach towels, and a reception hall
Guest reviews say great things about the family-friendly amenities, breakfast, and beach locale
Room features
All 1190 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Recycling and LED light bulbs
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping, and phones
All inclusive details
This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).
Gratuities and taxes
Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.
Food and beverages
All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers
Water activities
Scuba-diving lessons
Land activities
Fitness facilities
Volleyball
Lessons/classes/games
Aerobics
Water fitness
Entertainment
Onsite entertainment and activities
Access to onsite nightclubs
Onsite live performances
Theme parties
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Ecostars, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
When a room reservation includes a round-trip airport transfer at no charge, it's essential to respond to the supplier's message to arrange the shuttle service.
When a room reservation includes a return airport transfer at no charge, it's essential to respond to the supplier's message to arrange the shuttle service.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 82.12 per accommodation, per night
A tourism fee is imposed by the city and collected at the property. The fee is MXN 82.12 for the first bedroom per night, and increases by MXN 82.12 per night for each additional bedroom.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive have a pool?
Yes, this property has 10 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Is Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive?
Check-out is at noon.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive?
Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and beverages are included, and activities include volleyball, aerobics classes, scuba lessons, and more.
Where is Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive located?
Nestled on the beach, this El Medano Ejidal property is within a 5-minute walk of Medano Beach and Cabo San Lucas Bay. Marina Del Rey is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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The vacation in Hotel Rio Santa Fe was great time. The staff is friendly and very nice. A lot of fun and music, disco parties, people who really enjoys parties this is the best place to visit.
We loved the pools There were a few that are a bit noisy so you just move onto the next one. We loved the first pool in the main area. Great family area.
The property was exceptional and exceeded expectations. The facilities were top notch and the layout was exceptional as you could quietly spend the day at the pool or wander down to the pools beachside for a more lively experience, and the beach, well let’s just say … ahhhh this is the best! Food was exceptional, like all Roy’s I have stayed at, and the staff here were the best I have experienced anywhere on a mass scale in a large time. All so friendly, accommodating and nice. Top kudos to all the staff at RIU Sante Fe👍👍🍻
It was a very nice and clean place. We never had any issues looking for chairs. Restaurants were first come first serve which we barely waited to be seated. The food is great. Lots of options. Rooms are clean. Service was fantastic. Just you just can’t swim in the beach, but it was still nice to walk around.
Recommended for young people that wanna have a good time and party. Best parties all week.
Also, really good with children down there.
It’s great how everybody was getting along
In my stay, the rooms were very clean but in public areas such as the pools and buffet areas, it was a different experience. First, there were a lot of flies in the buffet and random birds that would be walking or flying around. Also, the pools were clean but felt itchy after taking a dive into it. The drinks, weather and views made it bearable.
We truly enjoyed our stay. The rooms were great, and the property was exceptionally clean and in excellent condition. We also appreciated that it’s possible to stay removed from the party areas and enjoy a more relaxed vacation.
One small note, the room doors could be a bit quieter. Additionally, there’s some room for improvement in the themed restaurants, particularly in terms of food quality and service.
Katrin
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Nicola
Apr 21, 2026
Amazing resort with lots of choices of pools, bars, restaurants, locations to hang out or be active. Staff are incredibly responsive and kinds. Only problem was limited selection of wines or champagne or Prosecco. Great if you like lots of mixed drinks but not so much if wine is your preferred drink.
Great value, awesome for family, clean property and rooms LOVED THE POOLS, drinks all inclusive food!!!! The food choices were great and Delicious quality food. My husband always gets sick in Mexico the first couple of days. First trip to Mexico that he did not get sick!!!!Awesome amenities and activities. Will definitely return
I would say the food wasn’t very good. The check-in and checkout staff could have been nicer but other than that the other staff were super nice and friendly
Elizabeth
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Clayton
Apr 22, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The food isn't great. Staff are wonderful. Ammentities are dated and the condition of the pool was sub par , chipping granite and dislodged pool tiles. Cracks throughout the pool walls and the adult swim pools were disgusting lol
Property was VERY large and fun. The clubs and foam parties were amazing. The walk up to the beach and ocean was amazing. The only issues with most resorts is that the food and drinks (alcohol and non alcoholic) is very sub par . I got so tired of eating the same tasting food. I was so over it. But other than that I would def recommend staying here again
We had a leaky shower and the water was spilling onto the tile floor. We submitted a ticket and it was kind of fixed but not fully. Slip hazard for a pregnant woman. Rooms were very clean. Food is eh, but what can you expect from such a huge resort. Would come back though!