RIU Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Thailand
by Briana Bonfiglio
Hotel Riu Palace Phuket. Photo: RIU Hotels & Resorts
RIU Hotels & Resorts has debuted in Thailand with the opening of Hotel Riu Palace Phuket.
The new luxury property has a prime beachfront location on the north-west coast of Mai Khao, adjacent to Sirinat National Park. Guests can expect the brand’s 24-hour All Inclusive service by RIU Hotels & Resorts as they enjoy the resort’s several restaurants, bars, and pools.
Hotel Riu Palace Phuket features 504 rooms, including Junior Suites, spread across several buildings of up to four floors. The highest-level room category is the Elite Club by RIU category, where guests get more exclusive perks and access. Guests staying in those 49 rooms receive personalized check-in service and access to a dedicated restaurant and bar, as well as their own Elite Club Lounge and more elevated amenities. They also have the option to upgrade Swim Up category rooms featuring a private pool on the terrace.

The resort has a total of six restaurants and seven bars, each with their own distinct atmosphere, including a main restaurant, Thai restaurant, Italian restaurant, steakhouse, grill, and Elite Club restaurant. Bars include the swim-up bar, lobby bar, lounge bar, sports bar, and a coffee and ice cream parlor.
Wellness is at the center of the resort with a comprehensive Renova Spa, a fully equipped gym, a steam bath, and a meditation and prayer area in front of the spa building. There is also an outdoor wooden palapa for massage services in nature.
The resort offers six swimming pools, a RiuLand kids club with daily activities, and a RiuFit sports program.




