Resort Details

Dining
OnSite Dining
  • Various Lounges/Bars

    - Unlimited local beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks) available 24 hours a day
    - Minibar and regularly restocked liquor dispenser
    - Azúcar Lounge Bar
    - La Plaza Bar
    - La Arena Poolside and Swim-up Bar
    - Sports bar (open 24 hours, All-inclusive service)

  • Various Restaurants

    - Breakfast - Full American breakfast buffet and live cooking stations. Continental breakfast / snacks.

    - Lunch - Hot and cold buffet and live cooking stations. Snacks, pizzas, pasta, fresh fruit and salads.

    - Dinner (Colonial restaurant) - Buffets and live cooking stations.
    Themed buffets on special evenings.


    OPTIONAL DINING

    - Hibachi Asian restaurant

    - Kulinarium (Available till October 2023)

    - Mama Juana poolside / Mexican restaurant 

    - Ole Spanish restaurant

    - Palm Beach Steakhouse

    - San Angelo Italian restaurant

Room Type
  • Standard
    Bedding - Two double beds.

    Occupancy limit - 2 Adults or 2 Adults, 1 Child.
    • Air conditioning
    • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
    • Bathroom amenities
    • Direct dial phone number
    • Dual sinks, hair dryer and make-up mirror in the bathroom
    • In-Room Safe
    • Iron and Ironing Board
    • Minibar
    • Safe
    • Shower
    • Telephone
    • Wireless internet connection
  • Deluxe
    Bedding - 1 king size or 2 double beds. 

    Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.

    Occupancy limit - 2 Adults or 2 Adults, 1 Child.
    • Air conditioning
    • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
    • Bathroom amenities
    • Direct dial phone number
    • Dual sinks, hair dryer and make-up mirror in the bathroom
    • In-Room Safe
    • Iron and Ironing Board
    • Minibar
    • Safe
    • Satellite television
    • Wireless internet connection
  • 2 Bedroom Deluxe
    2 rooms connected by an interior door.

    Bedding: Each room: 1 King size bed + sofa-bed.

    Occupancy limit - 4 Adults, 2 Children or 6 Adults.
    • Air conditioning
    • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
    • Bathroom amenities
    • Direct dial phone number
    • Dual sinks, hair dryer and make-up mirror in the bathroom
    • Iron and Ironing Board
    • Minibar
    • Safe
    • Satellite television
    • Shower
    • Wireless internet connection
  • Family Deluxe
    Bedding - 1 King bed. 

    Occupancy limit - Max Adult: 2, Max Child 2.
    • Air conditioning
    • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
    • Bathroom amenities
    • Coffee/Tea Maker
    • Direct dial phone number
    • Dual sinks, hair dryer and make-up mirror in the bathroom
    • Iron and Ironing Board
    • Minibar
    • Safe
    • Satellite television
    • Shower
    • Wireless internet connection
  • Family Room
    Bedding - 2 Double beds.

    Occupancy limit - 2 Adults, 2 Child or 3 Adults.
    • Air conditioning
    • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
    • Bathroom amenities
    • Direct dial phone number
    • Dual sinks, hair dryer and make-up mirror in the bathroom
    • Hair Dryer
    • In-Room Safe
    • Iron and Ironing Board
    • Minibar
    • Safe
    • Satellite television
    • Shower
    • Wireless internet connection
  • Junior Suite
    Bedding - 1 King size bed. 

    Occupancy limit - 2 Adults.
    • Air conditioning
    • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
    • Bathroom amenities
    • Coffee/Tea Maker
    • Direct dial phone number
    • Dual sinks, hair dryer and make-up mirror in the bathroom
    • Iron and Ironing Board
    • Minibar
    • Safe
    • Satellite television
    • Wireless internet connection
  • Accessible Standard Room
    Wheelchair accessible and equipped with roll-in shower and handrails.

    Bedding - 2 Double beds or 1 King size bed.

    Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.

    Occupancy limit - 2 Adults or 2 Adults, 1 Child.
    • Air conditioning
    • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
    • Ceiling fan
    • Direct dial phone number
    • Dual sinks, hair dryer and make-up mirror in the bathroom
    • Hair Dryer
    • In-Room Safe
    • Iron and Ironing Board
    • Minibar
    • Satellite television
    • Shower
    • Wireless Internet Access
  • Deluxe Room
    Bedding - 2 Double beds or 1 King size bed.

    Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.

    Occupancy limit - 2 Adults or 2 Adults, 1 Child.
    • Air conditioning
    • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
    • Ceiling fan
    • Direct dial phone number
    • Dual sinks, hair dryer and make-up mirror in the bathroom
    • Hair Dryer
    • In-Room Safe
    • Iron and Ironing Board
    • Minibar
    • Satellite television
    • Shower
    • Wireless Internet Access
  • Family Room Shared
    Bedding - 1 King size bed and 1 sofa bed.

    Occupancy limit - 2 Adults or 2 Adults, 3 Child.
    • Air conditioning
    • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
    • Ceiling fan
    • Direct dial phone number
    • Dual sinks, hair dryer and make-up mirror in the bathroom
    • Hair Dryer
    • In-Room Safe
    • Iron and Ironing Board
    • Minibar
    • Satellite television
    • Shower
    • Wireless Internet Access
On-Site Amenities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Accessible facilities
  • Babysitting,Offsite*
  • Baggage hold
  • Bell staff/porter
  • Children programs
  • Children welcome
  • Children's play area
  • Elevators Not Available
  • Exercise gym
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
  • Babysitting, Offsite*
  • Baggage hold
  • Bell staff/porter
  • Children programs
  • Children welcome
  • Children's play area
  • Elevators Not Available
  • Exercise gym
  • Free high speed internet connection
  • Free parking
  • Gift/News stand*
  • Laundry/Valet service*
  • Lounges/bars
  • Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Safe deposit box
  • Tennis court
  • Tour/sightseeing desk
  • Wakeup service
  • Water sports*

* Fees may apply

On-Site Recreation
  • Children's pool
    There is 1 children's pool on-site.
  • Children's program, onsite

    Daytime entertainment program for children.

  • Direct access to a beach
  • Fitness center on-site
  • Hot tub
    The resort has an outdoor hot tub.
  • Motorized Water Sports *
    Parasailing
    Waterskiing
    Diving
    Deep sea fishing
  • Non-Motorized Water Sports
    Windsurfing
    Sailing
    Kayaks
    Snorkel gear
    Aqua-aerobics
    Paddle boats
  • Pool
    There are 3 swimming pools, one with adjoining whirlpool bath.
Off-Site Recreation
  • Golf *
    This hotel has negotiated a special golf agreement with Punta Blanca Golf Club to provide preferential conditions and additional value to our guests.
  • Spa *
On-Site Attraction
  • On-site Entertainment
    Free access to Riu Pool Party and Splash Water World within the Punta Cana Complex (18+)

  • On-site Entertainment
    Daily activities for adults, 7 days a week.

    Nightly entertainment including Live Music and Riu Theme Shows.

    Entertainment program 7 days a week for children ages 4 to 12.

    Pacha Disco at the Caribbean Street (drinks not included) open 7 days a week.

* Fees may apply

Set amidst exotic gardens and a white-sand beach, this inviting, tropical resort is ideal for families, spa-lovers and diving and gaming-enthusiasts alike. With a lively atmosphere appealing to every vacation style, guests of the resort enjoy bungalow-style accommodations featuring Riu’s signature mini-bar and liquor dispenser; a pampering menu of spa services; nightly outdoor entertainment, a night club and a casino; 24-hour, all-inclusive services and child-friendly amenities including the "RiuLand" kids' club, a playground and a kid’s pool and waterpark.


Property Information

Year Built: 1999
Floors: 2
Total rooms: 560
Playa Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_3.5 5672 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 1.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Can't eat lunch the check out day

    It is incredible you cannot eat the day make check-out, the first hotel it happens to me I had visited riu republica and it wasn't that way, terrible!

    Aug 30, 2026
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Outstanding casino with a top-tier atmosphere!

    We had a spectacular vacation here, thanks to the incredible staff and gorgeous facilities.

    Aug 29, 2026
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 3.0 star tripadvisor rating
    IS Ok

    We traveled in a group of 26, and on the last day, 8 got sick with diarrhea. Service was great people exelent entrainment was mainly focus on party as we have kids all edges was dificult to Handel. Shows are ok but very repetitive dances no shows the pool was super hot not refreshing food was good a la carte restaurant was good

    Aug 24, 2026
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Good resort

    Resort is good, not too big. Good activities in certain areas and calm in others. Food is good except at Mexican restaurant Rooms need a little love but it’s ok

    Aug 21, 2026
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Big man

    Honestly, best trip of my life. Boss man couldn’t do more. Got shouted at by the breakfast man dem

    Aug 21, 2026
Hotel Advisories
  • AdvisoryStudent Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
  • AdvisoryThe Kulinarium restaurant will be closing from 31st October 2023
  • AdvisoryThe minimum age condition of 21 years or older only applies to Spring Break / Student groups.
General Policy
  • 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 -     Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.

    Minimum Age Condition: The minimum age condition of 21 years or older only applies to Spring Break / Student groups. The Hotel reserves the right of admission and may request guests show passport or official ID to prove age. Guests can and will be removed from the property at their own expense in case of any disturbance or complaint from other guests or hotel staff.

    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.

  • Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed
  • Early Departure Policy
    • Early Departure Penalty:1 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 01May25 - 23Dec26
    • Early Departure Penalty:1 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec26 - 31Dec50

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