What We Love
- All-inclusive luxury services, including 24-hour room service throughout the week.
- Dabble in the flavors and smells of exquisitely prepared world cuisine at the resort's onsite restaurants.
- Spend much-needed lounge time at one of eight swimming pools, some of which feature popular swim-up bars.
Things to Know
- This adults-only hotel is suitable for guests ages 18 and older.
- Maximize your vacay hours by checking pick-up times on scheduled transfers.
- The resort is 17 miles from Punta Cana International Airport.
Resort Details
- Various Bars
- Coco's Bar on the Beach
- Macao Bar
- Aquatic Bar
- Poolside bar with plaza and stage - Various RestaurantsMain Restaurant:- Breakfast: Full American breakfast buffet, live cooking stations, fruit, juices and Cava- Lunch: Hot and cold buffet and live cooking stations Jerk station Pizzas, pasta, salads and assorted desserts- Dinner: Buffets and live cooking stations. Special evenings: themed buffet (three times a week)
Various restaurants section:- Asian restaurant (buffet)- Italian restaurant (buffet)- Two Kulinarium restaurants (à la carte)- Indian restaurant (buffet)- Spanish restaurant (à la carte, buffet starters and dessert)- Steakhouse (à la carte)Romantic open air dinner (reservations required, additional charge)
- 24-hour front desk
- Accessible facilities
- Baggage hold
- Beauty shop/salon†
- Bell staff/porter
- Bilingual staff
- Car rental desk†
- Children not allowed
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- 24-hour front desk
- Baggage hold
- Beauty shop/salon†
- Bell staff/porter
- Bilingual staff
- Car rental desk†
- Children not allowed
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand†
- Housekeeping - daily
- Ice machine
- Lobby
- Lounges/bars
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Water sports†
- Wireless internet connection in public areas
† Fees may apply
- Direct access to a beach
- Garden
- Gym
- Motorized Water Sports †
- PoolThere are 3 swimming pools on the property.
- Table tennis
- Volleyball
- Golf †This hotel has negotiated a special golf agreement with Punta Blanca Golf Club to provide preferential conditions and additional value to our guests.
† Fees may apply
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
9755 reviews-
Mar 20, 2025Worst Riu hotel experience
Room .. good size,we were right next to the gym, room had roaches ( reported and dealt with) then key card not working daily , also safe issues and toilet not flushing, optics in room not ( alcohol not fresh so didn't use) mini fridge not stocked daily hotel is busy and has a spring break party vibe ,not a relaxing holiday ..food and drinks ok not great , pools ok , staff seem bored some good though stayed at RiU Hotels this is by far the worst Also reception staff on the take for taxi service to local shops
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Mar 20, 2025
NEVER AGAIN
I guess they didn't lik my first review. This hotel is horrible.. pools were dirty..workers do what they wnt.. I sat a the buffet 15 mins as I watched the waitress play around with my drink in her hand.. room was missing furniture NO DESK no wash rags . I asked only for them to tell me they dnt use wash bags there.. t.v kept goin out.. hand to change my room card everyday it jus stopped working..alot of soldiers were on the beach due to a person missing a few days before we got there.. food was HORRIBLE.. n always cold even if it just came frm the back.. Im so happy I was jus there for 3 days.. riu adult only in Jamaica is the best.. this resort needs to be closed down n renovated..
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Mar 17, 2025Very nice for the price, could have some improvements!
Great vacation for the price. The resort is massive with a lot of pools and restaurants to choose from. We were there for 4 days and ate somewhere different every night. There were also shows/events every night which were pretty fun. Rooms were nice, but I had to get a new room key everyday I was there. Not sure if there was a glitch in the system, but it was incredibly annoying having to get new keys every time I left the hotel room. But there were plenty of chairs at the beach and the pool, but they were always out of towels--so get those first thing in the morning! Spa was amazing, prices weren't too outrageous and it was lovely. In all, I had a great time, and felt incredibly safe as a single woman on vacation with friends (we stayed on the resort grounds all 4 days and mostly just lounged around at the beach/pool--didn't do any local exploring or fun excursions or anything like that. Maybe next time if we have a longer trip!).
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Mar 17, 2025Riu republica vacation
Very strong experience. The hotel never slept. Jork chicken is very spicy. Water was fantastic. Night discos in Pacha Was extremly freaky. Very good food - Everyone find something for himself. Go left on the beach there were deserted beaches. Watch out for homeless dogs
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Mar 17, 2025Not 5 star - can’t wait to go home
After a 9 hour flight, turns out we were catfished. Wanted a relaxing Caribbean break and got party central. Full of you’ve guessed it, unaware self important Americans looking for a great time. The food is alright. The room is in need of repair. Morning, noon and night there’s noise through the halls. We’d booked a twin room and got a standard double with no other rooms to switch to. Crap mattresses and pillows, feeling every single bit of partner movement. I am exhausted, it’s day 3 and I can’t wait to go home. I have an eye mask with speakers in it, even if I play thunderstorms on full blast I can still hear people in the corridor above it. There’s no peace. Thousands spent. So disappointed. At least the air con in our room worked unlike others in the other reviews I’ve seen. There’s broken glass all over the place on pathways. Staff only perk up when you tip them. Can’t wait to go home. This place is not a 5 star hotel by any means. Even a guy on our coach from the airport said he’d been here 4 times and everytime it’s been worse than the time before. Bodes well.
- AdvisoryAll Student/Spring Breaker Group reservations are strictly On Request and will be reviewed on a case by case basis by the corresponding Destination Sales Department. Guest disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not allowed. If a Student/Spring Breaker Group is accepted a. Minimum Age requirement: 21 years of age or older. b. Hotel may request proof of age in the form of passport or official ID
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 18
- General Policies:
Check-in Policy - Deposits or credit/debit card hold authorizations are not requested at check-in. Minimum age of 18 is required for check-in, an ID/Passport will be requested upon arrival.
Convention Policy : Groups traveling together can book this property for their stay taking advantage of group benefits such as 6th or 11th complimentary guest, Group dinner reservation, One complimentary cocktail hour with a selection of appetizers, One complimentary massage for the group leader, Complimentary room upgrades to the next category, Fruit plate and bottle of wine for the VIP, Private check-in when arriving together, Welcome sign. Applicable with Wedding Collections and Social Packages. Consult terms & conditions.
Hotel Spring Break Policies :1. Student / Spring Breaker Groups (21 years of age or older) will be accepted ONLY at Riu Santa Fé hotel.
2. All Student / Spring Breaker Group reservations are strictly On Request and will be reviewed on a case by case basis by the corresponding Destination Sales Department. RIU Hotels & Resorts reserves the right of admission and may reject any request at its sole discretion.
3. If a Student / Spring Breaker Group is accepted:
a. The number of rooms will be deducted from the contracted allotments
b. Minimum Age requirement: 21 years of age or older.
c. The Hotel may request proof of age in the form of passport or official ID
d. Each room must submit a signed liability agreement upon check-in.
4. At all other RIU properties Student Groups / Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year.
5. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense.
a. Parties in rooms are not permitted
6. Student / Spring Breaker Groups must comply with any protocols (hotel and government) in place at the time of stay at the hotel.
Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.
General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price. Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel. - Early Departure Policy
- Early Departure Penalty:1 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 01May25 - 23Dec26
- Early Departure Penalty:2 NightsApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26