What We Love
- No reservations needed at any of the restaurants.
- The spa, your escape-haven, with treatments that chase your worry right out to sea.
- The liquor dispensers in your room. You'll never go thirsty.
- Their mantra that rings true, "Service with Heart."
- The kids' club with a pool and a playground so you can take a much needed breather.
- The way the resort is bungalow-style and oh-so beachy. Big points for exterior style.
- The soothing sauna at the gym - perfect for chilling after your very productive workout.
Things to Know
- You can share all the cool stuff with the sister resorts except for the restaurants.
- Don't miss boating to Isla Saona Island - the water, the sand, the everything is unforgettable.
- There are world-class golf courses you can swing by any time you're craving the green.
- Epic excursions aren't too far away - Marinarium Marine Park and Altos de Chavon.
- There are two floodlit tennis courts, but if you aren't up for that, then there's table tennis.
- Check out Caribbean Street - there's a variety of shops and you can get your dance on at Pacha.
- Ride the pedaloes aka paddle boats, or ride a horse at Caribbean Cachondeo. Hop on.
- Water park with slides, tobogans, kids pool, sun terrace and snack bar.
Resort Details
- Various Lounges/Bars
- Unlimited local beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks) available 24 hours a day
- Minibar and regularly restocked liquor dispenser
- Azúcar Lounge Bar
- La Plaza Bar
- La Arena Poolside and Swim-up Bar
- Sports bar (open 24 hours, All-inclusive service) - Various Restaurants
- Breakfast - Full American breakfast buffet and live cooking stations. Continental breakfast / snacks.
- Lunch - Hot and cold buffet and live cooking stations. Snacks, pizzas, pasta, fresh fruit and salads.
- Dinner (Colonial restaurant) - Buffets and live cooking stations.
Themed buffets on special evenings.
OPTIONAL DINING- Hibachi Asian restaurant
- Kulinarium (Available till October 2023)
- Mama Juana poolside / Mexican restaurant
- Ole Spanish restaurant
- Palm Beach Steakhouse
- San Angelo Italian restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Accessible facilities
- Babysitting,Offsite†
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Children programs
- Children welcome
- Children's play area
- Elevators Not Available
- Exercise gym
- 24-hour front desk
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- Babysitting, Offsite†
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Children programs
- Children welcome
- Children's play area
- Elevators Not Available
- Exercise gym
- Free high speed internet connection
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand†
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Lounges/bars
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Safe deposit box
- Tennis court
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Wakeup service
- Water sports†
† Fees may apply
- Children's poolThere is 1 children's pool on-site.
- Children's program, onsite
Daytime entertainment program for children.
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site
- Hot tubThe resort has an outdoor hot tub.
- Motorized Water Sports †Parasailing
Waterskiing
Diving
Deep sea fishing - Non-Motorized Water SportsWindsurfing
Sailing
Kayaks
Snorkel gear
Aqua-aerobics
Paddle boats - PoolThere are 3 swimming pools, one with adjoining whirlpool bath.
- Golf †This hotel has negotiated a special golf agreement with Punta Blanca Golf Club to provide preferential conditions and additional value to our guests.
- Spa †
- On-site EntertainmentFree access to Riu Pool Party and Splash Water World within the Punta Cana Complex (18+)
- On-site EntertainmentDaily activities for adults, 7 days a week.
Nightly entertainment including Live Music and Riu Theme Shows.
Entertainment program 7 days a week for children ages 4 to 12.
Pacha Disco at the Caribbean Street (drinks not included) open 7 days a week.
† Fees may apply
Guest Reviews from CheapCaribbean Customers
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
4969 reviews
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Jul 17, 2025So I just got back and the food is not the best the rooms are old and there is limited entertainment. The rooms do not have working plugs and they do not have washcloths so if I were you I would take my own everything. If you drink I would purchase liquor once you land from duty free the liquor sucks at this place and you will enjoy the pools but there is nothing to do after 8pm so I will not be going back to this resorts.
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Jul 17, 20254 stars with generosity!
The 5 star hotel was disappointing. The room was clean but aircon weak and unable to make any changes in flow or power, the fridge was supposed to be refilled every second day and didn't happen until we complained, the food was the same every day, from 5 and la carte restaurants just 2 were actually a la carte, not many options of drinks at the table, the beach was full of algae and not cleaned so we're unable to go in the ocean. Jobs around the hotel and pools were done during the day when some could be done in the night without disturbing the tourists, sometimes the staff were louder than the tourists, on in all I am giving 4 stars with a lot of generosity! Compared with other Riu hotels, we were really disappointed !
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Jul 15, 2025Mediocre
The hotel is lovely, staff are lovely. Place is amazing. HOWEVER. If you’re feeling like having a room to put your things in comfortably, this is not the place. We travel all the time, we stay at many Riu hotels. Now we understand the rules of if valuables are not in the safe and “disappear” from you room( taken and stolen) there is no compensation. However little did we know this meant every other thing not fitting in would be vulnerable in your “safe space” a tiny safe to put a small few things in, I had a beer stolen, keep in mine this was very sentimental and worth 50 POUNDS/DOLLARS. This was taken. We brought it up with reception yet nothing happened. The staff looked in our room. As have we obviously. Our response we got was “just keep looking in your room”. Absolutely ridiculous. How are we supposed to feel comfortable in our own rooms when there isn’t a safe big enough to fit every single belonging in it to actually secure our things aren’t stolen from our so called safe cleaners. Just ridiculous. Tip for u put ur frigging teddy bears oh and food in ur safe so it’s not stolen.
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Jul 13, 2025A beautiful affordable vacation resort!!
8 of us just came back from the Riu Bambu after a week there!! My honest review: 1. We secured private transportation from the airport to the resort… About a 20 minute drive.. Upon arrival we were greeted by staff to assist with our luggage that was put to the side until we checked in, check-in was a breeze took all of maybe 10 minutes! It was about a five minute walk to our room, all four of us couples were in different parts of the resort, which was fine… I visited every room and had absolutely no complaints at all with any of the rooms, well stocked with liquor, beer and bottled water daily and Cleaned very well daily! We took advantage of visiting all of the food options… The steakhouse and the Mexican restaurant were my two favorite, the buffet in the lobby area was where we ate most of the time, breakfast (when we took advantage of breakfast) lunch, and a couple of dinners, the buffet food was what you would expect at a Caribbean resort… Just OK but again no complaints everything seemed fresh and there were different choices Daily! The beach did have a fair amount of seaweed washing up on a daily basis, but they did a good job at trying to stay ahead of it, didn’t really bother us at all! Cannot control mother nature !! The pools were definitely one of our favorite things to do during the day, we took advantage of the blue pool, which seemed to be a little less crowded, but all of the pools are beautiful and kept very clean !! The resort itself is beautiful, everyone works their ass off to make sure things are well kept and aesthetically pleasing !! Made it over to the real party for about 10 minutes… Very crowded but look like a good time just not my thing !! Overall, a very nice resort with excellent staff and well kept grounds! Would definitely book here again and plan on coming back in the next 12 months !
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Jul 13, 2025
Good hotel
Perfect hotel from 1st day our stay,rooms was cleaned every day,staff very friendly and helpful. Cocktails was strong I'm was very surprised because in another country's is not to strong,but not complaining I like stronger 😉
- AdvisoryStudent Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
- AdvisoryThe Kulinarium restaurant will be closing from 31st October 2023
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 18
- General Policies:
Check-in Policy - Deposits or credit/debit card hold authorizations are not requested at check-in. Minimum age of 18 is required for check-in, an ID/Passport will be requested upon arrival.
Convention Policy : Groups traveling together can book this property for their stay taking advantage of group benefits such as 6th or 11th complimentary guest, Group dinner reservation, One complimentary cocktail hour with a selection of appetizers, One complimentary massage for the group leader, Complimentary room upgrades to the next category, Fruit plate and bottle of wine for the VIP, Private check-in when arriving together, Welcome sign. Applicable with Wedding Collections and Social Packages. Consult terms & conditions.
Hotel Spring Break Policies - Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.Minimum Age Condition: At least one person 21 years or older is required in every room during February thru May. The Hotel reserves the right of admission and may request guests show passport or official ID to prove age. During the remainder of the year, at least one person 18 or older is required in every room. Guests can and will be removed from the property at their own expense in case of any disturbance or complaint from other guests or hotel staff.
Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.
General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel. - Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed
- Early Departure Policy
- Early Departure Penalty:1 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 01May25 - 23Dec26
- Early Departure Penalty:2 NightsApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26