Riu Palace Bavaro
Riu Palace Bavaro
4.5/5
PUNTA CANA, DR
The Riu Palace Bavaro Hotel is located on Arena Gorda beach, one of the most paradisiacal in Punta Cana. This 24-hour all-inclusive hotel, offers a wide variety of exceptional quality services that make it one of the leading all-inclusive hotels in Punta Cana and among the best hotels in the Dominican Republic. It’s the perfect hotel for a family holiday, romantic getaway, or trip with friends with RIU Hotels & Resorts.
The Riu Palace Bavaro Hotel is designed to satisfy the needs of all types of guests, as it has more than 600 rooms divided between the main building and the 12 exclusive villas. All of its rooms have free WiFi, a mini-bar with a beverage dispenser, a coffee machine, 24-hour room service, and a balcony or terrace, among numerous other amenities. And, to enjoy the Caribbean sun, you can go down to the Arena Gorda beach or cool off in one of the hotel swimming pools, one of which is just for children.
To keep you entertained during your holiday, this all-inclusive hotel in Punta Cana has developed a complete programme of activities to make sure all its guests have fun. The live music and shows, the RiuLand Kids’ Club with its special programme for children, and the discotheque guarantee you a fun-filled stay. Plus, you’ll be able to practice sports in the hotel or on the beach, or unwind in the Renova Spa and relax with the finest body and beauty treatments.
The gastronomic offering of the Riu Palace Bavaro Hotel stands out for its variety and exquisite preparation. You’ll be able to savour an authentic American breakfast; the best Japanese, Italian, and fusion cuisine with cooking show stations; or enjoy yourself in the steakhouse in the pool area. And, the six bars serve ice cream, snacks, and refreshments all day, so that you won’t lack for anything during your getaway.
A New Palace All-Inclusive Concept to suit every preference
"Candy" Ice Cream Parlor
New spaces such as the “Candy” ice cream parlor with ice cream of all kinds and colors will delight young and old alike.
RiuLand Kids Water Park
The swimming pool with slides and the Splash playground are perfect for cooling off and having a fun time with the family.
Friends & Family rooms
The spaciousness of the rooms guarantees comfort for families or groups of friends during the fun-packed vacation that awaits you in this Palace.
Food Court
This unique space with different food stations is another great novelty: pizzas, tacos, grill, woks, ice cream station… Choose and enjoy your favorite dish!
Adults Only Swimming Pool
Couples seeking tranquility can relax by the Adults Only pool, located on the beachfront.
Elite Club by RIU
Enjoy this new service that offers exclusive benefits such as personalized check-in, welcome gift, rooms with the best views and premium drinks, among others.
Highlights
- Completely refurbished in summer 2024
- All Inclusive 24 hours
- Located on Arena Gorda Beach
- Awarded GOLD certification for the Travelife Sustainability System
- Direct access to “Splash Water World” water park (at the Riu Resort), open 6 times a week
- Theme parties for adults “Riu Party” (at the Riu Resort)
- Variety of culinary venues, including room service 24/7 with vegetarian options
- In-room TV Casting
- Mixology experience
- “Elite Club by RIU” rooms with exclusive services can be booked
- Adapted rooms for disabled guests available
NEW ELITE CLUB by RIU:
- In-room aromatherapy and privileged location
- Welcome gift, dedicated check in area and Elite Club wristband
- Confirmed late check-out until 1PM and early check-in based on availability
- Upgraded in room liquor dispenser with top brands
- Upgraded minibar with snacks; welcome bottle of sparkling wine
- Exclusive pool area with bar
- “Elite Club Lounge” with exclusive premium branded drinks
- “Elite Club Restaurant”
Location / General information
- Completely refurbished in summer 2024
- Located on Arena Gorda Beach in Punta Cana
- Inside the Riu Resort, along with the Riu Palace Punta Cana, Riu Palace Macao and Riu Bambu hotels
- 3-storey main building and 2- or 3-storey annex buildings
- Spacious complex bordering beach
- Free sun loungers on beach
- 40 km / 25 miles from Higüey
- 25 km / 16 miles from Punta Cana Int’l. Airport
- Credit cards accepted: MasterCard, Amex, Visa
The Hotel offers
- Room service 24 hours a day
- Mixologist
- “Taino” main restaurant with terrace
- “Krystal” Gourmet restaurant
- “La Bambola” Italian restaurant
- “Zen” Asian restaurant
- Steakhouse with terrace
- “Agave” Mexican restaurant with terrace
- “American Country” restaurant with terrace
- “Daiquiri” lobby bar
- “Capuchino” pâtisserie
- “Candy” ice cream parlor
- “La Fiesta” lounge bar /plaza bar with terrace
- “Joe’s Bar” Cocktail bar
- “La Yola” and “Naiboa”, 2 poolside bars with swim-up bar**
- “Capuchino” pâtisserie
- “Pepe’s Food” Grill, taco station and pizza
- Sports bar
- Food Court with different food stands:
- Wok-Pokes, taco station, fried chicken, pizza, Grill “Pepe’s Food”, ice cream parlor, creperie
- 3 swimming pools, 870/128/172 m2
- 2 swimming pools with swim-up bar**, 220/171 m2
- Free sun loungers, towels and parasols by pool area
- Sun terrace
- Swimming pool, 398 m2 with “Melao” poolside bar, exclusive to adults
- Children’s pool, 165 m2
- Splash children’s playground
- Infants pool, 12 m2
- “RiuLand” kids’ club
- Children’s playground
- Free WiFi throughout hotel
- “RiuArt” atelier
- Free gym
Use of the gym is restricted to guests over 18 years old. Sports shoes are compulsory when using the gym.
** Access to the swim-up bars is restricted to guests over 18 years old.
At the Riu Resort:
- “Renova Spa” with a variety of treatments, beauty salon, hairdresser and massages (additional charge)
- Free steam bath
- “Pacha” discotheque
Open air area for “Riu Party” theme parties
- Exclusive to all guests over 18 years old staying at the Riu Resort
- Open air stage with pool
- Pool with swim-up bar
- Poolside bar and poolside snackbar
- Theme parties for adults several times a week
Water park “Splash Water World”, open 6 times a week
- Direct access from hotel
- Free entrance for all guests staying at the RIU Resort
- “Splash Water World” with 6 water slides: Open body slide, Body Bowl, Aquatubo, Kamikaze, Aquaracer, Stuka. Guests must
- be of a height of at least 1.20m/3.9ft to be admitted. For safety reasons, the minimum recommended age is 12.
- Children’s pool with water slides
Exclusive services for the guests staying in “Elite Club by RIU” rooms (Minimum age 18 years):
- “Elite Club Lounge”with premium branded drinks
- “Elite Club Restaurant”
- Exclusive pool area with bar
- Upgraded in-room liquor dispenser (Premium brands)
- Upgraded minibar with snacks; welcome bottle of sparkling wine
- Exclusive room service menu
- Exclusive breakfast, including a-la-carte menu options
- Dinner reservation available for the a-la-carte restaurants
- Late check-out until 01 p.m.
- Early check-in depending on availability
- In-room aromatherapy
- Welcome gift
- Dedicated check-in area and Elite Club wristband
Accommodations
994 guest rooms
All guest rooms have:
- Turndown service
- Bathroom with shower
- Double-sink
- Special make-up mirror
- Hairdryer
- 110 V
- Telephone
- Free WiFi
- Central air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Minibar
- Liquor dispenser
- Coffee maker
- Satellite TV with TV casting from own device
- Electronic in-room safe
- Iron and ironing board
- Balcony or terrace
Junior Suites with:
2 beds 59 x 79 in (150 x 200 cm) or 1 king-size bed 79 x 79 in (200 x 200 cm)
Sitting area with sofa or sofa bed
Rooms with courtyard views can be booked
Inter-connecting rooms can be booked
Inter-connecting rooms with courtyard views can be booked
Family Rooms with:
1 king-size bed 79 x 79 in (200 x 200 cm) and 1 bed 59 x 79 in (150 x 200 cm)
or with
3 beds 59 x 79 in (150 x 200 cm)
Sitting area with sofa bed
Rooms with courtyard views can be booked
Family Suites 2 Bedrooms with:
2 bedrooms
2 beds 59 x 79 in (150 x 200 cm) and sofa bed
1 king-size bed 79 x 79 in (200 x 200 cm) and sofa
Villa Junior Suites Superior with:
Minimum age in this room type 18 years
2 beds 59 x 79 in (150 x 200 cm) or 1 king-size bed 79 x 79 in (200 x 200 cm)
Sitting area with sofa
“Elite Club by RIU” rooms
Minimum age in these room types: 18 years
All guest rooms have:
- Upgraded minibar with snacks; welcome bottle of sparkling wine
- Upgraded in-room liquor dispenser with premium brands
- Exclusive room service menu
- In-room aromatherapy
- Bathrobe and slippers
Junior Suites Superior Elite Club by RIU with:
2 beds 59 x 79 in (150 x 200 cm) or 1 king-size bed 79 x 79 in (200 x 200 cm)
Sitting area with sofa
Swim-up Junior Suites Elite Club by RIU with:
1 king-size bed 79 x 79 in (200 x 200 cm)
Sitting area with sofa
Terrace with a small private pool and sun loungers
Suites Elite Club by RIU with:
Bathroom with bathtub and shower
1 king-size bed 79 x 79 in (200 x 200 cm)
Integrated lounge area with sofa
Swim-up Suites Elite Club by RIU with:
Bathroom with bathtub and shower
1 king-size bed 79 x 79 in (200 x 200 cm)
Integrated lounge area with sofa
Terrace with a small private pool and sun loungers
Gastronomy
All Inclusive 24 hours
Breakfast:
Varied buffet, live cooking stations, fruit, juices and sparkling wine
Exclusive restaurant for breakfast for “Elite Club by RIU” guests
Lunch:
Buffet with live cooking stations and assorted desserts
Food Court with different food stalls
“Pepe’s Food” Grill , taco station and pizza
Dinner (main restaurant):
Buffet with live cooking stations and assorted desserts
Special evenings, three times a week
Optional à la carte dining:
“Krystal” gourmet restaurant
Asian restaurant
Steakhouse
“American Country” restaurant with “All-American favorites”
Italian restaurant (buffet starters)
Mexican restaurant (buffet starters)
Elite Club Restaurant, for the guests staying in “Elite Club by RIU” rooms
Appropriate attire required for dinner.
Snacks 24 hours a day
For additional lunches and snacks, free choice from a selection of restaurants at Riu Palace Bavaro, Riu Palace Punta Cana and
Riu Bambu
Beverages:
International drinks with top brands 24 hours a day
Daily signature drink
Drinks service at pool
Drinks at all bars within the Riu Resort (excluding Riu Palace Macao)
Minibar and regularly restocked liquor dispenser
Room service 24 hours a day (vegetarian options included)
Sports / Entertainment
All Inclusive features
Sports and activities:
- Beach-volleyball court and multipurpose sports pitch
- Group fitness activities in the RiuFit area (daily)
- Gym
- At the Riu Resort: 3 tennis courts, steam bath
- Windsurfing, kayaking, snorkelling equipment, small catamaran (maximum 2 people) and body board
- Water park “Splash Water World” (at the Riu Resort), open 6 times a week
- 1 introductory scuba diving lesson in pool
Entertainment:
- Daytime entertainment programme for children ages 4 to 7 and ages 8 to 12 at “RiuLand” (daily)
- Daytime entertainment programme for adults (daily)
- “Riu Party”, theme parties for adults, several times a week
- Riu evening programme, live music or shows (daily)
- Free entry to “Pacha” discotheque and drinks (open every night)
In the hotel (additional charge):
Activities programme at the “RiuArt” atelier (several times a week)
Scuba diving school (PADI certified)
Sports and facilities nearby (additional charge):
Various water sports available
18-hole golf course
All Inclusive
All meals and snacks
Breakfast:
Varied buffet, live cooking stations, fruit, juices and sparkling wine
Exclusive restaurant for breakfast for “Elite Club by RIU” guests
Lunch:
Buffet with live cooking stations and assorted desserts
Food Court with different food stalls
“Pepe’s Food” Grill, taco station and pizza
Dinner (main restaurant):
Buffet with live cooking stations and assorted desserts
Special evenings, three times a week
Optional à la carte dining:
“Krystal” gourmet restaurant
Asian restaurant
Steakhouse
“American Country” restaurant with “All-American favorites”
Italian restaurant (buffet starters)
Mexican restaurant (buffet starters)
Elite Club Restaurant, for the guests staying in “Elite Club by RIU” rooms
Appropriate attire required for dinner.
Snacks 24 hours a day
For additional lunches and snacks, free choice from a selection of restaurants at Riu Palace Bavaro, Riu Palace Punta Cana and
Riu Bambu
Beverages:
International drinks with top brands 24 hours a day
Daily signature drink
Drinks service at pool
Drinks at all bars within the Riu Resort (excluding Riu Palace Macao)
Minibar and regularly restocked liquor dispenser
Room service 24 hours a day (vegetarian options included)
In-room safe
Sports and activities:
Beach-volleyball court and multipurpose sports pitch
Group fitness activities in the RiuFit area (daily)
Gym
At the Riu Resort: 3 tennis courts, steam bath
Windsurfing, kayaking, snorkelling equipment, small catamaran (maximum 2 people) and body board
Water park “Splash Water World” (at the Riu Resort), open 6 times a week
1 introductory scuba diving lesson in pool
Entertainment:
Daytime entertainment programme for children ages 4 to 7 and ages 8 to 12 at “RiuLand” (daily)
Daytime entertainment programme for adults (daily)
“Riu Party”, theme parties for adults, several times a week
Riu evening programme, live music or shows (daily)
Free entry to “Pacha” discotheque and drinks (open every night)
All accommodation, taxes and tips included
All hotel guests are required to wear an “All Inclusive” wristband for identification purposes
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PASSPORTS: Passports are mandatory for all guests for international travel, and must be valid at least six (6) months beyond travel dates.
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