Riu Palace Punta Cana
Playa de Arena Gorda
Punta Cana - 001-809-687-4242 Fax: 001-809-687-7878
E-Mail: palace.puntacana@riu.com
Location/General information
The very latest addition to our outstanding resorts in Dominican Republic, Riu Palace Punta Cana achieves an even higher level of luxury, comfort and beauty. Located on a spectacular stretch of white sandy beach, this magnificent property proudly boasts 612 junior suites, all with hydro-massage bathtub and Riu's distinctive amenities, such as a mini-bar and optics. Room service 24 hours a day and 24-hour All-Inclusive (snacks and beverages) complement the wide array of gourmet restaurants and bars available. Exchange privileges entitle guests to access to the 4 sister properties in the resort.
- Located on Arena Gorda Beach in Punta Cana
- Inside the Riu Resort, along with the Riu Palace Macao, Riu Taino, Riu Naiboa hotels and the ClubHotel Riu Bambu
- 4-story building
- Surrounded by 63,000 m2 / 75,000 sq. yards of lush gardens
- Complimentary sun loungers on the beach
- 50 km / 31 miles from Higüey
- 30 km / 19 miles from Punta Cana Int’l. Airport
- Credit cards accepted: Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Diners
The Hotel offers
- Room service 24 hours a day
- "Don Manuel" non-smoking restaurant with terrace
- "La Bodega" Brazilian restaurant (non-smoking)
- "Krystal" Fusion restaurant (non-smoking)
- "Yokohama" Japanese restaurant (non-smoking)
- "Luigi" Italian restaurant (non-smoking)
- "La Altagracia" poolside restaurant - grill and steakhouse
- "Perico Chicote" lobby bar
- "Los Rosario" lounge bar with terrace
- "Saona" poolside bar with swim up bar
- "La Plaza" bar
- Sports bar
- Swimming pool with adjoining jacuzzi (919 sq metres)
- Children’s swimming pool (7 sq metres)
- Complimentary sun loungers, towels and parasols by the pool area
- Sun terrace
- Mini-club
- Children’s playground
- "Eternal Spa" with assorted treatments, beauty salon, hairdresser and massages (additional charge)
- Complimentary gym, sauna and jacuzzi
- 2 conference rooms
- Kiosk/gifts, boutique
- Use of computers with internet access (additional charge)
- Wireless LAN zone (free of charge)
At the Caribbean Street:
- "Eternal Spa": body and beauty treatments, massages (additional charge); complimentary sauna and jacuzzi
- Pizzeria, gym, hairdresser, jeweller's, chemist's, photo studio and lab, billiards, an assortment of shops, "Pacha" night club
Accommodations
- 612 junior suites/suites
- Turndown service
- Bathroom with hydromassage bathtub
- Hairdryer
- 110 V
- Telephone
- Central air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Mini-bar
- Liquor dispenser
- Satellite TV
- Radio alarm clock
- In-room safe
- Integrated lounge area with 2 steps between level, with sofa or sofa bed
- Iron and ironing table
- Balcony or terrace
- Inter-connecting rooms available
Suites with:
- Bathroom with hydromassage bathtub, shower cubicle, bidet and bathrobe
- Integrated lounge area with 2 steps between level
- Dressing room
- Suites equipped with jacuzzi available
Gastronomy
All Inclusive 24 hours
All meals and snacks:
Breakfast:
- Full American breakfast buffet, on the spot cooking stations, fruits, juices and Cava
- Continental breakfast/snack
Lunch:
- Hot and cold buffet and on the spot cooking stations
Dinner ("Don Manuel" restaurant):
- Buffets and on the spot cooking stations
- Special evenings: Theme buffet (three times a week)
Optional dining (reservations required in advance):
- "Yokohama" Japanese restaurant (à la carte)
- Grill and steakhouse (à la carte)
- "Krystal" Fusion restaurant (à la carte)
- "La Bodega" Brazilian restaurant (main course with table service; buffet starters and dessert)
- "Luigi" Italian restaurant (à la carte; buffet starters)
Formal dress is required for dinner (long trousers for gentlemen)
Snacks 24 hours a day
For additional lunch and snacks, a free choice from a selection of restaurants within the Riu Resort
Beverages:
- Unlimited local and imported beverages served 24 hours a day
- Drinks service at the pool
- Access to all bars within the Riu Resort (excluding "Pacha" night club)
- Mini-bar and regularly restocked optics
Room service 24 hours a day
Sports/Entertainment
All Inclusive features
Sports and activities:
- Table tennis, workout
- Gym, sauna, jacuzzi
- In Riu Resort: 4 tennis courts
- Windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, snorkelling equipement
- 1 introductory scuba diving lesson in the pool
Entertainment:
- Daytime entertainment programme for children ages 4 to 12 (daily)
- Daytime entertainment programme for adults (daily)
- Live music, shows or Riu evening programme (daily)
- "Pacha" night club (open every night)
Complimentary entrance to the Riu Palace Macao Casino
Complimentary entrance to "Pacha" night club (excluding special evenings); drinks not included
Other sports in the hotel (additional charge):
Sports and facilities nearby (additional charge):
- Assorted water sports available
- 18-hole golf course
All Inclusive
All meals and snacks:
Breakfast:
- Full American breakfast buffet, on the spot cooking stations, fruits, juices and Cava
- Continental breakfast/snack
Lunch:
- Hot and cold buffet and on the spot cooking stations
Dinner ("Don Manuel" restaurant):
- Buffets and on the spot cooking stations
- Special evenings: theme buffet (three times a week)
Optional dining (reservations required in advance):
- "Yokohama" Japanese restaurant (à la carte)
- Grill and steakhouse (à la carte)
- "Krystal" Fusion restaurant (à la carte)
- "La Bodega" Brazilian restaurant (main course with table service; buffet starters and dessert)
- "Luigi" Italian restaurant (à la carte; buffet starters)
Formal dress is required for dinner (long trousers for gentlemen)
Snacks 24 hours a day
For additional lunch and snacks, a free choice from a selection of restaurants within the Riu Resort
Beverages:
- Unlimited local and imported beverages served 24 hours a day
- Drinks service at the pool
- Access to all bars within the Riu Resort (excluding "Pacha" night club)
- Mini-bar and regularly restocked optics
Room service 24 hours a day
In-room safe
Sports and activities:
- Table tennis, workout
- Gym, sauna, jacuzzi
- In Riu Resort: 4 tennis courts
- Windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, snorkelling equipment
- 1 introductory scuba diving lesson in the pool
Entertainment:
- Daytime entertainment programme for children ages 4 to 12 (daily)
- Daytime entertainment programme for adults (daily)
- Live music, shows or Riu evening programme (daily)
- "Pacha" night club (open every night)
Complimentary entrance to the Riu Palace Macao Casino
Complimentary entrance to "Pacha" night club (excluding special evenings); drinks not included
All accommodations, taxes and gratuities
All hotel guests are required to wear an "all inclusive" wristband for identification purposes