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Riu Palace Bavaro
Riu Palace Bavaro
Riu Palace Bavaro
Riu Palace Bavaro
Riu Palace Bavaro
Riu Palace Bavaro

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Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Transfer

30 minutes

From Punta Cana International (PUJ) airport

994 rooms in the hotel

994

Rooms*

9 swimming pools at the hotel

9

Pools*

16 restaurants at the hotel

16

Restaurants*

12 bars at the hotel

12

Bars*


Description

• Spacious freshwater pools with a casual swim-up bar • Upscale hotel on a white-sand beach offering modern rooms • Access to RIU hotel facilities and amenities within the complex. The Riu Palace Bavaro on Punta Cana Beach is perfect for all travelers, whether they're on a family vacation, a getaway with friends, or a romantic escape. Sip a drink from the swim-up bar or cool off in the shade of a palm tree before strolling along endless stretches of white sand. Your stay includes unlimited complimentary access to Splash Water World at the Riu Punta Cana, and adults can join the RIU adult-only pool parties held four times a week. This property boasts exclusive adults-only villas, perfect for quiet time by the pool and a child-free escape. Enjoy a wide variety of cuisines at the on-site restaurants or indulge in sweet treats at the pastry and ice cream shop. In addition, you can explore all the surrounding RIU hotels in the complex thanks to the "Stay in 1, enjoy 3" privileges.

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Evaluations

Overall ratings

Ratings explanation

Excellent
81% to 100%
Very good
61% to 80%
Average
41% to 60%
Poor
21% to 40%
Horrible
0% to 20%

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17
2
0
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Breakdown of ratings according to each of the criteria

Entertainment
71%

Entertainment

10 / 10
11
9 / 10
4
8 / 10
15
7 / 10
6
6 / 10
7
5 / 10
5
4 / 10
3
3 / 10
1
2 / 10
3
1 / 10
0
0 / 10
1
Overall look
88%

Overall look

10 / 10
31
9 / 10
12
8 / 10
11
7 / 10
3
6 / 10
3
5 / 10
0
4 / 10
0
3 / 10
0
2 / 10
0
1 / 10
0
0 / 10
2
Bar(s)
87%

Bar(s)

10 / 10
25
9 / 10
10
8 / 10
21
7 / 10
3
6 / 10
0
5 / 10
1
4 / 10
1
3 / 10
0
2 / 10
1
1 / 10
0
0 / 10
0
Buffet(s)
89%

Buffet(s)

10 / 10
26
9 / 10
14
8 / 10
14
7 / 10
5
6 / 10
2
5 / 10
1
4 / 10
0
3 / 10
0
2 / 10
0
1 / 10
0
0 / 10
0
Room
90%

Room

10 / 10
31
9 / 10
14
8 / 10
8
7 / 10
4
6 / 10
3
5 / 10
2
4 / 10
0
3 / 10
0
2 / 10
0
1 / 10
0
0 / 10
0
Staff
87%

Staff

10 / 10
31
9 / 10
11
8 / 10
9
7 / 10
5
6 / 10
3
5 / 10
2
4 / 10
0
3 / 10
0
2 / 10
2
1 / 10
0
0 / 10
0
Pool(s)
85%

Pool(s)

10 / 10
27
9 / 10
9
8 / 10
15
7 / 10
2
6 / 10
0
5 / 10
4
4 / 10
2
3 / 10
1
2 / 10
0
1 / 10
0
0 / 10
1
Beach
85%

Beach

10 / 10
28
9 / 10
10
8 / 10
16
7 / 10
1
6 / 10
2
5 / 10
1
4 / 10
3
3 / 10
0
2 / 10
2
1 / 10
0
0 / 10
0
Cleanliness
94%

Cleanliness

10 / 10
43
9 / 10
8
8 / 10
9
7 / 10
2
6 / 10
0
5 / 10
0
4 / 10
1
3 / 10
0
2 / 10
0
1 / 10
0
0 / 10
0
Restaurant(s)
81%

Restaurant(s)

10 / 10
18
9 / 10
13
8 / 10
16
7 / 10
5
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4
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1

Résumé des avis

Guests frequently highlight the impeccable cleanliness of the hotel and its facilities, also appreciating the spacious, comfortable, and well-maintained rooms. The beauty and quality of the beach are often emphasized, as are the variety and excellence of the food offered at the buffet. Furthermore, the staff's attentive service is generally praised, and the presence of numerous swimming pools enhances the overall experience. However, occasional mentions are made that some rooms may appear somewhat dated or that soundproofing could be an issue.

Résumé des avis des voyageurs généré par IA

Reviews

Mounir F.

Spouse travel, August 6, 2026
100%
Great place. We loved it.
Super comme place. Nous avons adoré.

Excellent. 10/10

Excellent. 10/10

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Entertainment
10/10
Overall look
10/10
Bar(s)
10/10
Buffet(s)
9/10
Room
10/10
Staff
10/10
Pool(s)
10/10
Beach
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Restaurant(s)
10/10

Ana R.

Family travel, July 17, 2026
90%
Excellent
Excellent

The beach is always clean, and there are always plenty of chairs available, no matter the time. The resort is clean and air-conditioned throughout. The room was new and clean. Everything is close by, and there's lots to do. The water park is fantastic for both adults and children. The buffet and drinks are decent, but nothing special. The steakhouse is excellent! I love that you don't have to make reservations at the restaurants, so you can eat at the same one every night if you want! We've stayed at the Bambu and the Riu Palace Punta Cana, and this one is by far the best.

Plage toujours nettoyée, toujours beaucoup de chaises disponibles peu importe l'heure. Complexe propre et air climatisé partout. Chambre neuve et propre. Tout est proche et beaucoup de choses à faire. Les jeux d'eau sont superbes autant pour adultes et enfants. Buffet et drinks sont correct mais pas plus. Steakhouse est excellent! J'adore que tu n'est pas obligé de réserver les restaurants donc tu peux manger au même si tu veux chaque soir! Nous avons visité le Bambu et le Riu Palace Punta Cana et celui-ci est de loin le meilleur.

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Entertainment
10/10
Overall look
10/10
Bar(s)
7/10
Buffet(s)
6/10
Room
10/10
Staff
8/10
Pool(s)
N/A
Beach
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Restaurant(s)
9/10

Marc S.

Solo travel, March 3, 2026
95%
Still as RIU as ever!!
Toujours aussi RIU !!

Newly renovated hotel, very clean, impeccable service from all staff. Spread over several floors with spacious rooms. Very good food both in the à la carte restaurants and at the buffet, which offers a very wide variety of dishes. Beautiful beach, not too much seaweed – windier days bring more, but it is regularly cleared. I love the RIU concept: 1. No rush to the palapas on the beach in the morning; they are large palm trees that provide shade, and there are plenty of chairs; 2. RIU only provides one beach towel per guest, which eliminates the situation where some people "reserve" several chairs with multiple towels but only use one, thus depriving other guests of lounge chairs; 3. The in-room bar where you can make your own cocktails. 4. No reservations are needed for the à la carte restaurants – they operate on a first-come, first-served basis (so there may be a wait, but it's usually never too long – it depends on the time you arrive). Although it's not an adults-only hotel, there weren't many adults during my stay (one section of the hotel seems more suited to families with young children). Therefore, I was able to enjoy a pleasant and quiet atmosphere in the restaurants. Overall, a very positive experience with RIU; I highly recommend them.

Hôtel nouvellement rénové, très propre, service impeccable de la part de tous les employés. Sur plusieurs étages avec de vastes chambres. Nourriture très bonne autant dans les restaurants à la carte qu'au buffet qui présente une très grande variété de mets. Magnifique plage, pas trop d'algues - les journées plus venteuses en apportent davantage mais elles sont ramassées régulièrement.
J'adore le concept de RIU: 1 pas de course pour les palapas à la plage le matin, ce sont de grands palmiers qui fournissent de l'ombre et il y a amplement de chaises; 2 RIU n'accorde qu'une serviette de plage par vacanciers ce qui élimine le cas où certains "réservent" plusieurs chaises avec plusieurs serviettes mais n'en utilisent qu'une seule, privant ainsi les autres vacanciers de chaises longues; 3 le bar dans la chambre où on peut faire nos mix à notre goût; 4 aucune réservation nécessaire pour les restaurants à la carte - fonctionnent sur une base de premiers arrivés, premiers servis (il peut donc y avoir de l'attente mais normalement jamais trop long - dépend de l'heure à laquelle on arrive).
Bien que ce ne soit pas un hôtel pour adultes seulement, il n'y en avait pas beaucoup lors de mon séjour (une section de l'hôtel semble plus adaptée pour les familles avec de jeunes enfants). Je pouvais donc profiter d'une ambiance agréable et calme aux restaurants.
Expérience toujours très positive avec RIU, je recommande fortement.

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Entertainment
8/10
Overall look
9/10
Bar(s)
8/10
Buffet(s)
10/10
Room
10/10
Staff
10/10
Pool(s)
10/10
Beach
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Restaurant(s)
9/10

Bertram L.

Family travel, February 15, 2026
90%
A fantastic experience with this Riu Bavaro!
Une expérience avec ce Riu Bavaro formidable,!

We are extremely happy with our decision to book this RIU hotel. The atmosphere, the staff, the cleanliness, and the price we got were all excellent. The only downside during our stay was five days of strong winds on the beach and very powerful waves.

Nous sommes super heureux d'avoir pris cette décision de prendre ce RIU. Ambiance, personnel, la properté et le prix que nous avons obtenu.
Le seul négatif durant notre sojourn était 5 jours de gros vent sur la plage, les vagues très forces.

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Entertainment
8/10
Overall look
8/10
Bar(s)
8/10
Buffet(s)
8/10
Room
10/10
Staff
10/10
Pool(s)
10/10
Beach
9/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Restaurant(s)
8/10

Sophie D.

Family travel, December 27, 2025
70%
Great experience but I won't be back.
Belle expérience mais ne retourne pas

The staff were friendly and kind, but otherwise I'll pass.

Personnel aimant et gentil mais pour le reste je passe

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Entertainment
4/10
Overall look
9/10
Bar(s)
9/10
Buffet(s)
9/10
Room
9/10
Staff
9/10
Pool(s)
4/10
Beach
2/10
Cleanliness
8/10
Restaurant(s)
7/10

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