Contemporary riviera maya resort with restaurants and spa on the beachfront riu yucatan all inclusive is on the playa del carmens riviera maya steps from the shore and a 13 minute drive from the citys famed main public beach the playa del carmen ferry is a 9 minute drive and a 45 minute ride across the sea will get you to the island of cozumel underground river ruins eco friendly xcaret park a 15 minute drive provides several ways to test your adventurous side from exploring bat filled