Rating8.4
Rating8.0
Rating8.1Adults OnlyAbove Average
Based on 12.7k reviews
Prime Beachfront Location
Guests consistently praise the resort's exceptional setting directly on Grandes Playas with immediate access to the stunning dune landscape, often cited as the hotel's best feature.
Outstanding Staff Service
The resort team receives high commendations for their friendliness, professionalism, and helpfulness, significantly enhancing the overall guest experience.
Diverse All-Inclusive Dining
For an all-inclusive property, the food is noted as plentiful and varied, offering international, Canarian, and Asian cuisines with both buffet and themed restaurant options.
Comprehensive Entertainment
The resort provides excellent entertainment for all ages, including engaging kids' clubs, fitness programs, live music, and professional evening shows.
High Cleanliness Standards
Despite the dated decor, guests consistently report that the resort's facilities and rooms are kept remarkably clean.
Excellent Value
Many visitors feel the all-inclusive package offers good value for money, balancing cost with the array of included offerings and services.
Dated Rooms & Facilities
The most frequent complaint centers on the old-fashioned and dated decor and facilities in rooms and common areas, which are widely considered to be in need of refurbishment.
Food Repetitiveness/Temperature
While varied, some guests find the buffet options can become repetitive over longer stays, and food temperature is occasionally noted as inconsistent.
Potential for Noise
Certain areas of the resort, especially in the evenings, can experience higher noise levels, which might impact guests seeking complete tranquility.
Wi-Fi Reliability
Although free Wi-Fi is available in public areas, some reviews suggest it can be slow or unreliable at times.
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The beach is what makes Riu Oliva Beach worth considering. Grandes Playas in Corralejo is consistently rated among the best beaches in the Canary Islands — a wide, dune-backed stretch of pale sand with the clear, warm Atlantic. When a 3-star budget all-inclusive sits directly in front of that beach, you're getting the same water and sand that guests at more expensive properties access. For guests who prioritize beach quality over room quality, this is a meaningful value proposition.
The tradeoff is clear: this property has not had a major renovation since 2004. The rooms, decor, and some shared facilities reflect that age. Reviews describe dated interiors, especially in the 24 annexe buildings. Pest issues (ants, cockroaches) appear in enough reviews to be treated as a real possibility. If room condition matters as much as beach access, the newer properties in Corralejo are worth the price premium.
The bus stop directly outside the hotel is a practical advantage that guest reviews specifically note — Corralejo town center and its independent restaurants, shops, and nightlife are accessible without a taxi. For guests who want flexibility to eat or drink outside the all-inclusive occasionally, this is genuinely useful.
Practically: 808 rooms across one main building and 24 annexe bungalows, 3-star classification, 29–39 minutes from Fuerteventura Airport (FUE). Last major renovation 2004. Two outdoor pools plus two children's pools. Splash Water World access is not on-site but may be available through the Riu complex. Family-friendly with RiuLand kids' club and the Riu4U teen program.
