Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos vs Riu Palace Baja California: Adults-Only All-Inclusive Compared

Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos and Riu Palace Baja California are both 5-star, adults-only, all-inclusive resorts in Cabo San Lucas. Le Blanc puts its weight on wellness, with a full-service spa, a Turkish bath/hammam and a sauna, plus larger Royale suites and a 9.6 guest rating. Riu Palace Baja California is the more activity-driven choice, with beachfront access, on-site water sports, a tennis court, a nightclub/DJ and an Elite Club tier.

At a glance

Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos - Adults Only - All-InclusiveRiu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Stars★★★★★★★★★★
Guest rating9.6 / 108.4 / 10
Reviews4251,778
Room types1130
Adults onlyYesYes
SpaYesYes
Kids' club——
Fitness centerYesYes
Check-in / out12:00 PM12:00 PM

How they differ

Guest ratings

Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos - Adults Only - All-Inclusive

Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos holds a 9.6 guest rating from 425 reviews.

Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Riu Palace Baja California holds an 8.4 guest rating from 1,778 reviews, a much larger pool of feedback.

Age policy

Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos - Adults Only - All-Inclusive

Children 17 and younger are not permitted, and cribs are not available.

Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

This is an adults-only resort, but minors under 18 are allowed when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Rooms

Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos - Adults Only - All-Inclusive

Rooms are in the Royale collection, from 581 sq ft Honeymoon Ocean View rooms to the 1,313 sq ft Royale Presidential Suite One Bedroom Ocean View. The Royale Junior Suite Ocean View measures 915 sq ft and the Royale Governor Partial Ocean View 1,141 sq ft. Bathrobes, slippers, a coffee/tea maker and a bottle of water come with the rooms, and the Royale Presidential Suite Two Bedroom Ocean View sleeps four.

Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Most rooms are Junior Suites of 431 to 495 sq ft, with a 753 sq ft Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, U) at the top of the range. Garden, courtyard, tropical, partial ocean view and oceanfront options are on offer, and the 2 Bedroom Junior Suite sleeps up to six. Many room types include a minibar, ceiling fan, 24-hour room service and turndown service.

Wellness

Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos - Adults Only - All-Inclusive

Le Blanc has a full-service spa, a Turkish bath/Hammam, a sauna, a steam room and a health club, and the spa is wheelchair accessible. Massage and spa treatments require a reservation, which you can make by contacting the property before arrival.

Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Riu Palace Baja California has a spa/wellness center with massage services, a steam room and a public bath. It also has a barber/beauty shop, beauty services, a fitness center and fitness classes.

Pools, beach & activities

Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos - Adults Only - All-Inclusive

Pool sun loungers and pool umbrellas are provided, along with beach sun loungers, beach umbrellas and beach towels. Sailing, scuba diving, ecotours and boat tours are available nearby, and tours/ticket assistance is available for arranging outings.

Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Riu Palace Baja California is beachfront, with a swimming pool, an outdoor pool, a pool bar, and sun loungers and umbrellas. Water sport facilities are on site, and the facilities also include a tennis court, horse riding and diving.

Evenings & dining

Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos - Adults Only - All-Inclusive

Le Blanc has a wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant, a terrace and garden, and concierge service. For a look at the full dining line-up, ask a BookResorts agent before you book.

Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Riu Palace Baja California has a restaurant, a bar, a snack bar, a coffee shop and a pool bar. Evenings can include evening entertainment, live music/performances, themed dinner nights, a nightclub/DJ and entertainment staff. Live sport events are also broadcast.

Celebrations & events

Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos - Adults Only - All-Inclusive

Wedding services, proposal/romance packages, a reception hall and a conference center are all on offer. Honeymoon Ocean View rooms are also part of the room line-up.

Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Meeting and banquet facilities are available. Bachelor and bachelorette parties or similar parties are not permitted at the property.

What they have in common

  • Both are 5-star, adults-only, all-inclusive resorts in Cabo San Lucas.
  • Each has fitness facilities, a steam room, a terrace and a garden.
  • Free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and an elevator are available at both.
  • Both offer wheelchair-accessible facilities.
  • Check-out is at 12:00 PM at both hotels.

Which should you book?

Choose Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos - Adults Only - All-Inclusive if…

Choose Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos if a spa-centered stay appeals, with a hammam, sauna, steam room and full-service spa, and you want a strictly adults-only policy. It also suits you if you want a larger suite, a wedding or romance package, or a 9.6 guest rating.

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Choose Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive if…

Choose Riu Palace Baja California if you want a beachfront resort with on-site water sports, a tennis court and evening entertainment that includes a nightclub/DJ and themed dinner nights. It also suits you if you like the idea of the Elite Club tier, with its premium ocean-front rooms, dedicated pool deck and priority check-in.

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Frequently asked questions

Are children allowed at Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos or Riu Palace Baja California?

Le Blanc does not permit children 17 years old and younger. Riu Palace Baja California is adults-only, but minors under 18 are allowed when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Which resort has more spa facilities?

Le Blanc offers a full-service spa, a Turkish bath/Hammam, a sauna, a steam room and a health club. Riu Palace Baja California has a spa/wellness center with massage services, a steam room, a public bath, and beauty and barber services.

Do I need to reserve spa treatments at Le Blanc?

Yes. Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments at Le Blanc. You can make them by contacting the property before arrival, using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Is Riu Palace Baja California on the beach?

Yes. Riu Palace Baja California is beachfront, and water sport facilities are on site.

What is the Elite Club at Riu Palace Baja California?

Elite Club rooms come with a premium front ocean view room and a welcome gift. Other benefits include an upgraded in-room liquor dispenser and mini-bar, enhanced room service, in-room aromatherapy and specialty restaurant reservations via the RIU app. Elite Club guests also get an exclusive breakfast restaurant, a pool deck area with an exclusive bar, access to a lounge bar, priority check-in and confirmed late check-out until 1pm.

How do I get to each resort from the airport?

Le Blanc recommends a car and has airport transportation available, so confirm which option applies when you book. Riu Palace Baja California has car hire among its facilities.

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