The New Riu Palace Bavaro

By Stacey Zable

The New Riu Palace Bavaro

By Stacey Zable

Welcome to a renovated and relaunched all-inclusive in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

The 900-plus-room all-inclusive Riu Palace Bavaro on Arena Gorda Beach in Punta Cana was recently renovated to offer you even more during your stay. The property has tons of activities and dining choices and specialty accommodations to make your stay special. It even boasts a new wedding collection for those planning their big day.

Days Filled with Fun

It will be hard to decide how to spend your time at Riu Palace Bavaro with 11 outdoor pools (plus a children’s pool with slides), the Splash Water World water park, volleyball, snorkeling, scuba diving, paddle surfing, kayaking, catamaran sailing, and scuba diving lessons. Golf courses are also located nearby. There is a fully-equipped gym as well as the Renova Spa wellness center. And when it’s time to dine, there are seven restaurants serving a choice of international cuisines plus a food court.

Days Filled with Fun

It will be hard to decide how to spend your time at Riu Palace Bavaro with 11 outdoor pools (plus a children’s pool with slides), the Splash Water World water park, volleyball, snorkeling, scuba diving, paddle surfing, kayaking, catamaran sailing, and scuba diving lessons. Golf courses are also located nearby. There is a fully-equipped gym as well as the Renova Spa wellness center. And when it’s time to dine, there are seven restaurants serving a choice of international cuisines plus a food court.

Elite Club by RIU

Upgrade to the new premium concept for the property, Elite Club by RIU for exclusive amenities and services. It begins with early check-in (subject to availability) and late checkout until 1 p.m., special priority check-in access at reception, and a welcome gift. You will stay in premium room locations with the best views, with such in-room extras as aromatherapy, a premium upgraded drink dispenser, upgraded minibar with snacks and a bottle of wine, and enhanced room service menu.

On property, Elite Club guests have access to an exclusive area of the pool with a bar, premium drinks at select hotel bars, an exclusive specialty restaurant, an exclusive restaurant serving breakfast with an à la carte menu, and specialty restaurant dinner reservations available via the RIU app. There is also an Elite Club Lounge with exclusive premium branded drinks.

Elite Club by RIU

Upgrade to the new premium concept for the property, Elite Club by RIU for exclusive amenities and services. It begins with early check-in (subject to availability) and late checkout until 1 p.m., special priority check-in access at reception, and a welcome gift. You will stay in premium room locations with the best views, with such in-room extras as aromatherapy, a premium upgraded drink dispenser, upgraded minibar with snacks and a bottle of wine, and enhanced room service menu.

On property, Elite Club guests have access to an exclusive area of the pool with a bar, premium drinks at select hotel bars, an exclusive specialty restaurant, an exclusive restaurant serving breakfast with an à la carte menu, and specialty restaurant dinner reservations available via the RIU app. There is also an Elite Club Lounge with exclusive premium branded drinks.

Friends & Family Rooms

The more the merrier when you stay in the new Friends & Family rooms ideal for families or groups of friends. They boast either three Queen-size beds or one King-size bed and one Queen-size bed plus a lounge area. Bathrooms feature a shower and double washbasin. Guests also enjoy WiFi, satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar, beverage dispensers, a coffee maker, and either a balcony or terrace. Another option is a two-bedroom Family Suite with one bedroom with two Queen-size beds, another bedroom with one King-size bed, a lounge area, and bathroom.

Friends & Family Rooms

The more the merrier when you stay in the new Friends & Family rooms ideal for families or groups of friends. They boast either three Queen-size beds or one King-size bed and one Queen-size bed plus a lounge area. Bathrooms feature a shower and double washbasin. Guests also enjoy WiFi, satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar, beverage dispensers, a coffee maker, and either a balcony or terrace. Another option is a two-bedroom Family Suite with one bedroom with two Queen-size beds, another bedroom with one King-size bed, a lounge area, and bathroom.

Indulgence Beachfront Bliss Wedding Collection

When your friends and family vacation is to celebrate “I do’s”, Riu Palace Bavaro’s new private beachfront wedding venue for the ceremony, cocktail and reception for 40 guests and its accompanying packages is the ideal spot for couples to marry. The wedding collection includes upgraded decoration, recorded music, minister for a symbolic ceremony, and flowers for the bride, groom, maid of honor, and best man during the ceremony. Enjoy a private cocktail event with live music and then a private reception with special menu, open bar and DJ, including a wedding cake and sparkling wine toast.

Other extras for the couple during their stay include a room upgrade, romantic room decoration and surprise gift, special wedding night turndown service with chocolate-covered fruit and sparkling wine, and breakfast in bed. They also receive additional extras.

Indulgence Beachfront Bliss Wedding Collection

When your friends and family vacation is to celebrate “I do’s”, Riu Palace Bavaro’s new private beachfront wedding venue for the ceremony, cocktail and reception for 40 guests and its accompanying packages is the ideal spot for couples to marry. The wedding collection includes upgraded decoration, recorded music, minister for a symbolic ceremony, and flowers for the bride, groom, maid of honor, and best man during the ceremony. Enjoy a private cocktail event with live music and then a private reception with special menu, open bar and DJ, including a wedding cake and sparkling wine toast.

Other extras for the couple during their stay include a room upgrade, romantic room decoration and surprise gift, special wedding night turndown service with chocolate-covered fruit and sparkling wine, and breakfast in bed. They also receive additional extras.

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