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Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive

Playa del Ingles , Avenida Gran Canaria 22 (Show on Map)

8.6

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsHotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive is a fantastic destination for families looking for an all inclusive vacation. It boasts a great location, making it easy to explore everything Gran Canaria has to offer with beaches, supermarkets and important destinations all within walking distance or a short shuttle ride away. The breakfast is excellent with a great selection of freshly prepared food and a lot of variety, while the dining options are exceptional with flexible restaurant hours and a good variety of drinks. The hotel offers large and comfortable rooms that are perfect for families, as well as exceptional cleanliness standards. The staff is friendly, attentive and helpful with many guests commending them for their exceptional service. The pool is clean and provides plenty of sun beds for guests to relax and have fun with additional activities and bars nearby. The Hotel Riu Papayas offers a perfect all inclusive experience with quality and variety of food and drinks, making it an amazing destination for a family vacation.
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Room Types

Double Room with Garden View The spacious double room features air conditioning, a wardrobe, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower.

Double Room The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a balcony.

Family Room with Garden View This air-conditioned family room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Family Room This air-conditioned family room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Guest Reviews

8.6

Very Good

Location

Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive is located in a great spot, making it easy to explore all that Gran Canaria has to offer. The hotel is centrally located with beaches, the Yumbo Centre, supermarkets and other important destinations all within walking distance. For those not keen on walking, the hotel provides a free shuttle service that takes you directly to the beach. Although the area is considered touristy, the hotel's location is a good one with a large beach nearby. Plus, there's parking available for those with rental cars. While some guests noted that the area isn't the most beautiful or modern, the convenience of the location more than makes up for it. Overall, guests were pleased with the location of the hotel and the fact that it was easy to get to where they wanted to go.

Breakfast

Guests rave about the breakfast at Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive, describing it as excellent with a great selection of freshly prepared food and a lot of variety. Although some guests found the breakfast repetitive, they quickly found their favorites. The buffet was also praised for its deliciousness and quick replenishment of dishes. Guests were happy to find Spanish and Oriental restaurant options along with the typical British and German fare. Overall, dining options were excellent with flexible restaurant hours and a good variety of drinks. Despite being an all-inclusive hotel, guests were pleased with the quality and freshness of the food. The location was also highly rated. The only downside was the repetitiveness of the buffet after several days. However, one guest specifically mentioned a friendly brunette waitress who made breakfast on Sunday, May 30th a standout experience.

Dinner

The dinner experience at Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive seems to be generally positive with multiple guests highlighting the good quality and variety of food available at the buffet. There are also additional theme restaurants serving Spanish and Asian cuisine which are a good option for a change of pace. However, some guests note that the menu can be repetitive and lacking in variety. There are also some mixed reviews on the quality of food at the Asian restaurant. The hotel also offers flexibility with dining hours and a selection of drinks. In terms of negative feedback, some guests comment on the lack of Mediterranean food options and a few mention issues with saltiness or repetitiveness in the menu. Entertainment in the evening is more geared towards older guests and the gym is lacking in equipment. Overall, guests seem to enjoy the dining experience at Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive, particularly the variety and quality of food options available.

Rooms

The rooms at Hotel Riu Papayas receive mixed reviews from guests. While some guests note that the rooms are noisy and old, others mention that the rooms are spacious, clean and well-maintained with plenty of amenities included. Some rooms have kettles and mini-fridges, while others do not. However, many of the rooms lack amenities and the showers can sometimes have low water pressure. Despite some drawbacks, guests mention that most of the rooms are comfortable and nicely decorated. Overall, Hotel Riu Papayas provides large and comfortable rooms that are perfect for families traveling with children and the staff does an excellent job keeping them clean and organized.

Beds

The Hotel Riu Papayas offers spacious and comfortable rooms with some guests expressing gratitude for the double beds that were provided upon request. The staff is described as friendly and accommodating during meals, making families with children feel right at home. While some guests found the mattresses to be mediocre, others found them to be very good and comfortable. The only downside mentioned was the lack of a duvet with only a sheet provided on some beds. However, overall, the beds were deemed comfortable, making for a pleasant stay at this all-inclusive hotel.

Cleanliness

Guests of Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive have exceptional reviews regarding the cleanliness of the hotel. Phrases such as "spotlessly clean", "exceptionally clean" and "very clean" were used repeatedly to describe the maintenance of the hotel. Reviews also highlighted that not only were the rooms well kept, but communal areas and facilities were also cleaned to a high standard. The staff were also commended for their part in maintaining a clean and organised environment. Overall, guests were very impressed with the hotel's cleanliness standards.

Staff

Guests of Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive have spoken highly of the staff with many reviewers using words such as "attentive", "friendly", "helpful" and "exceptional" to describe their experiences. The animation team received particular praise for their enthusiasm and professionalism with guests also highlighting the reception staff and restaurant workers for their outstanding service. Despite a few perceived language barrier issues, most guests felt that the staff went above and beyond to ensure they had a pleasant stay. Staff were commended for being diligent and hardworking with guests noting their attention to detail and willingness to help with any requests. Overall, the hotel's staff received high marks from guests with many stating that their friendly and professional service helped to make their vacation unforgettable.

Pool

The pool at Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive is a popular spot for guests to relax and have fun. Many reviews mention that the pool area is clean and provides plenty of sun beds, even for larger groups. The separate pool for kids is also a hit, although some guests note that the water can be too cold at times. The pool surroundings are praised for their beauty with palm trees adding to the ambiance. While some guests find the pool small for the size of the hotel, others appreciate that it's not too busy. The all-inclusive drinks are a nice addition to the poolside experience. However, some guests do mention issues with reserving sun beds and noisy pool-goers. Overall, guests seem to enjoy the pool and the nearby activities and bars.

Family

If you're looking for a place to unwind and forget about everything, especially if you're traveling with kids, Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive is highly recommended. Your children will have a blast with the outdoor children's play area and there's even a separate pool just for them. The hotel offers excellent amenities for families, including a club for kids broken down by age group. For adults, there's plenty of entertainment provided throughout the day, making this the ideal spot for a family vacation. Even guests traveling with younger children can rest easy knowing that the hotel provided a travel cot for their little one. The only downside might be that the nighttime shows are geared towards the older crowd, but there's still something for everyone in this amazing family hotel.

All-Inclusive Packages

Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive provides an impressive all inclusive experience, according to confirmed guest reviews. The quality and variety of food and drinks are good and the wait time for drinks is top-notch. The hotel has a typical Riu all inclusive feel, but with a very good price-performance ratio. The all included option is very good, including gluten-free beer and the hotel provides unlimited inclusive drinks at the nice pool area. Guests can enjoy food and snacks at any time of the day, along with a continuous all inclusive service for 24 hours. The hotel facilities are perfect, new, clean and beautiful and guests can enjoy them at no extra cost outside of their stay hours. Overall, it is an amazing destination and hotel for a family all inclusive vacation.

Yes, Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Children's Pool, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive.

No, Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive.

Yes, Hotel Riu Papayas - All Inclusive has a gym.

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