Resort Details

Dining
You don’t have to go far for delicious food and drinks, these options have you covered.
OnSite Dining
  • Various Lounges/Bars
    Pacha Disco Bar

    La Plaza - Colonial Style Bar

    La Rumba - Lounge Bar

    La Tambora - Beach bar (close to RIU Mambo)

    Exchange privileges through out the Riu Resort
  • Various Restaurants

    **La Roca Main restaurant with buffet style dinning and on the spot cooking stations. Theme dinners served twice a week. Non-smoking areas available.

    **Los Almendros

    **Macumba - Pool snack bar and restaurant

    **Italian Restaurant - Dinner a la carte specialty restaurant. 

    **Steakhouse - Dinner a la carte specialty restaurant.

    -Exchange privileges through out the Riu Resort (except dinner)

Treat yourself to everything that this resort has to offer and more.
On-Site Amenities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour room service
  • Accessible facilities
  • Babysitting,Offsite†
  • Baggage hold
  • Bell staff/porter
  • Children programs
  • Children welcome
  • Children's play area
  • Elevators Not Available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour room service
  • 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 parking
  • Gift/News stand†
  • Golf, Offsite†
  • Housekeeping - daily
  • Internet services†
  • Laundry/Valet service†
  • Lounges/bars
  • Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Safe deposit box
  • Spa†
  • Tennis court
  • Tour/sightseeing desk
  • Wakeup service
  • Water sports†
  • Wireless internet connection in public areas
On-Site Wedding Services
  • Free wedding packages are available.
    For more information on the required documentation, please see our frequently asked questions at www.weddingsbyriu.com. To reserve your Wedding Package, please visit www.weddingsbyriu.com and submit your request. If you have further questions or require additional information, please contact us via email weddings@riu.com or visit www.weddingsbyriu.com

† Fees may apply

Whether a land lover or a water sports fanatic, you’ll always have something fun to do.
On-Site Recreation
  • Children's pool
    There is 1 children's pool on site.
  • Children's program, onsite
    Entertainment program for children ages 4 - 7 and 8 - 12 at “RiuLand“ kids‘ club daily
  • Direct access to a beach
  • Fitness center on-site
  • Gambling †
    Located at Riu Bachata-5-minutes walking distance.
  • Motorized Water Sports †
    Water skiing, banana boat, scuba diving school (qualified PADI+NAUI), fishing, Jet Ski
  • Non-Motorized Water Sports
    Windsurfing, sailing, kayaks, body board, pedaloes, snorkeling gear.
  • Pool
    There is 1 pool on site.
  • Spa †
  • Tennis court
    There are 3 tennis courts onsite. There are 3 lit tennis courts onsite.
Off-Site Recreation
  • Golf †
    Golf Course located within 10 Miles of Property.
On-Site Attraction
  • On-site Entertainment
    Daily 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 (entrance and drinks included).

    Billiards at the Caribbean Street (extra charge).

† Fees may apply

Guest Reviews

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.0 2477 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Beautiful Playabatchata

    I recently stayed at Playabachata Resort in Puerto Plata with my husband and it was such a relaxing and enjoyable getaway. The location is stunning. Located right on the beach with gorgeous views of the ocean and lush greenery all around. The resort grounds are beautifully maintained, and the atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between laid-back and lively. The staff were friendly and attentive, always making sure we had everything we needed. Check-in was smooth, and throughout the stay, the service was consistent and welcoming. Food-wise, there were multiple options, with a nice variety between the pizza restaurant, 24 hour snack bar , buffet and 2 à la carte restaurants. Some meals stood out more than others, but overall, there was something for everyone. The drinks were flowing all day, and the bartenders were attentive. The rooms were not new but nevertheless were clean and comfortable, with great air conditioning and nice view of garden from the balcony. Room fridge was always restocked with water, Pepsi and 7 up. Our room was in front of beach, pool and walking distance to buffet . I especially appreciated the easy beach access , it made every day feel like a true Caribbean escape. Whether you’re looking to relax on the beach, in the 2 pools , enjoy nightly entertainment, or just soak up the sun with a drink in hand, Playabachata delivers a great all-inclusive experience. I’d definitely consider coming back.

    Apr 27, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Fun

    Sky was the best entertainer I have ever met! She made us feel so at home and made our trip so much better! She is an asset to this resort! I love her so much and she knows how to make everyone have an awesome and amazing time !!!! Definitely pay her a visit when you stay here

    Apr 27, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Happy boy is entertainer number 1

    Guys this my honest review because this hotel is one of the best resort at playa bachata and their also have one of the greates entertaiment (animation team) team because this guys are so good especially one he is the entertainer number 1, happy boy he is the best we love happy boy

    Apr 26, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    HAPPY BOY IS THE BEST ENTERTAINER HE SHOULD BE ON PLAYA BACHATA PICTURES

    This is one of the best hotel, and let me tell you the rumors are true this happy boy guy, he is the best entertainer ever he is the absolute why you pay the all inclusive this guy will make it 10x funnier he is the best entertainer ever!!!! He is number one entertainer

    Apr 26, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 1.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Staff is rude and food is gross

    This was honestly the worst vacation I’ve ever been in my life not only were the staff rude and disrespectful they refused to give us the room we originally payed for. The food was nasty and undercooked plus the tables we dirty and required maintenance, beach is overcrowded would not recommend coming to this resort

    Apr 15, 2025
Hotel Advisories
  • Advisory*Important Information* Triple Room minimum occupancy requirement: Please note when booking a Triple Room at this hotel, the minimum occupancy is: 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child between ages 2-12. The hotel will not honor/confirm bookings with 2 people.
  • AdvisoryAll Student/Spring Breaker Group reservations are strictly on Request and will be reviewed on a case by case basis by the corresponding Destination Sales Department. RIU Hotels & Resorts reserves the right of admission and may reject any request at its sole discretion.
  • AdvisoryIf a Student /Spring Breaker Group is accepted: The number of rooms will be deducted from the contracted allotments Minimum Age requirement: 21 years of age or older. The Hotel may request proof of age in the form of passport or official ID Each room must submit a signed liability agreement upon check-in.
  • AdvisoryAt all other RIU properties 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
General Policy
  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum Check-In Age: 18
  • General Policies:

    Check-in Policy:
    Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.

    Convention Policy:
    Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.


    Hotel Spring Break Policies:     At least one person 21 years or older is required in every room February through April. Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any RIU property, at any time during the year. RIU Hotels & Resorts, reserves the right to withhold admission to any Spring Breaker. The hotel reserves the right of admission and may request clients to show passport or official ID to prove full identification. 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. Parties in rooms are not allowed. Spring break groups or unruly behavior is not allowed all year round at any property.

    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

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