Riu Merengue
Bahía de Maimón
Puerto Plata - (1809)3204000 Fax: (1809) 320 55 55
E-Mail: clubhotel.merengue@riu.com
Location/General information
Set amidst tropical gardens and surrounded by mountains, the deluxe Riu Merengue is a beachfront village-style resort, located just 15 minutes from beautiful Puerto Plata.
Featuring 544 guestrooms, comfort and pleasure are ensured with spacious accommodations that include special amenities, like a mini-bar and liquor dispenser and a wide array of restaurants, bars and facilities for a truly thrilling experience. This fun and friendly resort provides exceptional service down to the last detail, complemented by the renowned Caribbean Street promenade and Riu's exchange privileges programme throughout the entire Riu Resort.
- Located on the beach in Maimon Bay
- Complimentary sun loungers on the beach
- Located in the Riu Resort, near ClubHotels Riu Bachata and Riu Mambo
- Main building and 1-storey bungalow complex
- Surrounded by 15,000 m2 / 18,000 sq. yards of tropical gardens
- 9 km / 5.5 miles from Puerto Plata
- 150 m / 495 ft. from Caribbean Street
- 25 km / 15.5 miles from Puerto Plata Int’l. Airport
- 300 m / 990 ft. from a bus stop
- Credit cards accepted: Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Diners
The Hotel offers
- "La Roca" restaurant with non-smoking section
- "Macumba" poolside restaurant/bar
- "La Rumba" lounge bar
- "La Plaza" bar
- "La Tambora" beach bar
- Swimming pool (540 sq metres), with children’s section
- Complimentary sun loungers, towels and parasols by the pool area
- Sun terrace
- "RiuLand" kids' club
- "Pacha" night club
- Kiosk and boutique
- Internet room (additional charge)
At the Caribbean Street:
- "Renova Spa": body and beauty treatments, massages and sauna
- Gym, hairdresser, jeweller's, photo studio and lab, games room (billiards) and an assortment of shops
Use of the gym and sauna is restricted to guests over 18 years old. Sports shoes are compulsory when using the gym.
Accommodations
- 544 guestrooms
- Bathroom
- Hairdryer
- 110 V
- Telephone
- Central air conditioning
- Fan
- Mini-bar
- Liquor dispenser
- Satellite TV
- Radio alarm clock
- In-room safe
- Balcony or terrace
Suites with:
- Bathroom with bidet
- Extra TV
- Living room
Gastronomy
All Inclusive 24 hours
All meals and snacks:
Breakfast:
- Full American breakfast buffet and on the spot cooking stations
- Continental breakfast/snacks
Lunch:
- Hot and cold buffet and on the spot cooking stations
- Snacks, pizzas, pasta, fresh fruits and salads
Dinner ("La Roca" restaurant):
- Buffets and on the spot cooking stations
- Special evenings: theme buffets (twice a week)
Optional dining (reservations required in advance):
- Italian cuisine (à la carte; buffet starters)
- Grill and steakhouse (à la carte)
Snacks served 24 hours a day (in the Riu Resort)
For additional lunch and snacks, a free choice from a selection of restaurants within the Riu Resort
Beverages:
- Unlimited local beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks) served 24 hours a day (in the Riu Resort)
- Access to all bars within the Riu Resort
- Mini-bar and regularly restocked liquor dispenser
Sports/Entertainment
All Inclusive features
Sports and activities:
- Table tennis, workout, water polo, gym, billiards, beach volleyball
- 3 floodlit tennis courts
- Windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, pedaloes, body board, snorkelling equipment
- 1 introductory scuba diving lesson in the 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 evening programme, live music or shows (daily)
- Complimentary entrance to "Pacha" night club and drinks (open 6 nights a week)
- Complimentary entrance to "El Millon" casino at ClubHotel Riu Bachata
Sports and facilities nearby (additional charge):
- Assorted water sports available
- 18-hole golf course
- Horse riding
All Inclusive features
All meals and snacks:
Breakfast:
- Full American breakfast buffet and on the spot cooking stations
- Continental breakfast/snacks
Lunch:
- Hot and cold buffet and on the spot cooking stations
- Snacks, pizzas, pasta, fresh fruits and salads
Dinner ("La Roca" restaurant):
- Buffets and on the spot cooking stations
- Special evenings: theme buffets (twice a week)
Optional dining (reservations required in advance):
- Italian cuisine (à la carte; buffet starters)
- Grill and steakhouse (à la carte)
Snacks served 24 hours a day (in the Riu Resort)
For additional lunch and snacks, a free choice from a selection of restaurants within the Riu Resort
Beverages:
- Unlimited local beverages (alcoholic and non-alcholic drinks) served 24 hours a day (in the Riu Resort)
- Access to all bars within the Riu Resort
- Mini-bar and regularly restocked liquor dispenser
In-room safe
Sports and activities:
- Table tennis, workout, water polo, gym, billiards, beach volleyball
- 3 floodlit tennis courts
- Windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, pedaloes, body board, snorkelling equipment
- 1 introductory scuba diving lesson in the 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 evening programme, live music or shows (daily)
- Complimentary entrance to "Pacha" night club and drinks (open 6 nights a week)
- Complimentary entrance to "El Millon" casino at ClubHotel Riu Bachata
All accommodations, taxes and gratuities
All hotel guests are required to wear an "all inclusive" wristband for identification purposes