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By a verified traveler on Sat 28 Oct 2023

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Hotel Description

4-star beachfront property near Arena Gorda Beach

Beachside getaway

At this Bávaro property, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Arena Gorda Beach and Splash Water Park. Punta Blanca Golf Course and Iberostar Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

All-inclusive

This eco-certified property features free water park access, a full-service spa, and a nightclub. Enjoy a day at the beach snorkeling, or relax with sun loungers. There's fun for all ages with a free kid's club and a children's pool, and free supervised childcare is an added bonus.

Superior Villa, Jetted Tub (Junior Suite, B2C-US)

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Villa Junior Suite Superior, Jetted Tub (U)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Junior Villa (Suite Superior, U)

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Villa Junior Suite, Pool View (U)

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Junior Suite, Garden View (U)

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Junior Suite (Superior, E)

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Riu Palace Bavaro - All Inclusive ratings based on 37 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.8 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Riu Palace Bavaro - All Inclusive

Everyone (16) Couples (8) Family (9)
5 out of 5

Posted by on Mar 4, 2024

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3 out of 5

Posted by on Dec 7, 2023

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 8, 2023

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5 out of 5
Selected Restaurants for dinner no reservation needed . First come, first serve basics. Very safe and clean, the entreteiment very active and kept us busy I am returnening soom

Posted by , from Lawrence on Oct 28, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 31, 2023 by Riu Palace Bávaro Online Reputation Manager

Dear Sarah B.,It is a delight to be able to read your great feedback and learn you liked it.Our lovely staff is so rewarded when they learn that our guests are satisfied.It makes us want to continue working for our wonderful guests.Thank you very much, Sarah!Loving wishes,Hotel Riu Palace BávaroOnline Reputation Manager

5 out of 5
All inclusivity. A tropical paradise. Friendly staff and excellent customer service. Lots of options for food and drinks all day and night. Wonderful live entertainment

Posted by on Oct 23, 2023

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4 out of 5
The property is old and in very bad condition.

Posted by on Aug 11, 2023

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2 out of 5
Needs a lot of work done. Rooms AC do not work well and mosquitoes all over the place. Food is average and staff is not friendly

Posted by on Jul 26, 2023

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2 out of 5

Posted by on Jul 23, 2023

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5 out of 5
Had a fabulous stay. The staff was great and food was really good. The only hiccup was loss of water one day probably due to the construction at the resort next door but we made the best of it.

Posted by on May 2, 2023

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5 out of 5
Staff was very helpful . and Property was well maintained and beautiful beach! Plenty to keep the kids busy and good shopping close by.

Posted by on Apr 14, 2023

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All-inclusive Details

All-inclusive room rates at Riu Palace Bavaro - All Inclusive are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes
Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

  • All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
  • 24-hour room service
  • In-room minibar (all beverages included)
  • In-room liquor dispensers

  • All available beverages included
  • Minibar (all beverages included)
  • 24-hour room service
  • Buffet-style meals included
  • In-room liquor dispensers
  • A la carte dining included
  • Gratuities included
  • Additional gratuities accepted
  • All meals included

Property Features

Some rates at Riu Palace Bavaro - All Inclusive are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities. As a guest of Riu Palace Bavaro - All Inclusive, you'll find a full-service spa, a complimentary water park, and 4 outdoor swimming pools. There are 6 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. For a drink, you can stop by one of the onsite bars, including 2 swim-up bars and 7 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A children's pool, a health club, and a nightclub are also featured at the family-friendly Riu Palace Bavaro - All Inclusive. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Punta Cana property.

  • 610 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 13 buildings
  • 6 dining venues
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 2 swim-up bars
  • 7 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2011
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free water park access
  • Number of outdoor pools - 4
  • Children's pool
  • Waterslide
  • Supervised childcare/activities (free)
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 4
  • Children's club (free)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Playground on site

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Riu Palace Bavaro - All Inclusive offers 610 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of towels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • Private balcony or patio
  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Change of towels (on request)

Food & Drink

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Monte Cristo - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Krystal - This restaurant specializes in Fusion cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.

Geisha - This theme restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.

La Bámbola - This theme restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.

Taino - This poolside steakhouse serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.

24-hour room service is available.

Nearby Activities

4 outdoor tennis courts, a health club, and a complimentary water park with waterslides are featured at the property. 4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a steam room and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Snorkeling on site
  • Playground on site
  • Golfing nearby
  • Fitness classes on site
  • Scuba diving on site
  • Beach volleyball on site
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Windsurfing on site

Spa Services

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

  • Hot stone massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Steam room in spa
  • Reflexology
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Facial treatments
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Massages

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 11:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

When a room reservation includes a round-trip airport transfer at no charge, it's essential to respond to the supplier's message to arrange the shuttle service.

Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Riu Palace Bavaro - All Inclusive

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

This property uses a grey water recycling system

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. <

  • Grey water recycling system
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Humane animal treatment
  • Staffed front desk
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Credit card pre-authorization
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 2 weeks
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No elevators
  • Smoke detector
  • Service animals not allowed

Hotel Names

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You should know

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the property before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Awards & Affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

  • Travelife
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.