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8.2 / 10 Guest Rating

Hotel Riu Palace Bavaro - All Inclusive

Playa de Arena Gorda, Higuey Riu Complex, Punta Cana, La Altagracia, 23000, Punta Cana, DO

Hotel Riu Palace Bavaro - All Inclusive - main view

About the Property

Welcome to the luxurious Hotel Riu Palace Bavaro, where paradise meets indulgence in Punta Cana!

Relaxation Redefined
Unwind at our rejuvenating full-service spa offering a variety of massages, body treatments, and facials to soothe your senses.

Culinary Delights
Savor exquisite international cuisine at Taino or choose from 8 on-site restaurants. Delight in 24-hour room service and unwind at our 9 bars, including 3 poolside bars.

Endless Recreation
Dive into fun at our complimentary water park with 7 outdoor swimming pools and enjoy on-site tennis courts for the active traveler.

Your dream getaway awaits at Hotel Riu Palace Bavaro – book now for an unforgettable experience!

Facilities & Amenities

Free breakfast
Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
No single-use plastic straws
Comprehensive recycling policy
Health club
No single-use plastic stirrers
No single-use plastic soda bottles
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Free WiFi

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out12:00 PM

Property Notes

Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8.2
Excellent434 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the good amenities.

Categories

Cleanliness7.7
Service9.1
Location8.2
Room Quality7.6
Amenities8.7
Value for Money8.1
Food and Beverage7.7
Overall Experience8.6

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PatrickusUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 29, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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LeOndrausUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 29, 2026

"It’s was a good time"

7.0

It was good vibe overall, it could be a tad bit cleaner. It was what you are suppose to get for an all inclusive

Just cleanliness, and time management.. took 3 hours to get clean towels to a room.

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AutumnusUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 28, 2026

"Staff was amazing"

10.0

The buffet was surprisingly our favorite place, the staff (specifically Daniel) was amazing!!

The sides for food, wait time in the restaurants.

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ANTONIOesES
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 27, 2026

"buenisimo"

10.0

ubucacion

la animacion para niños muy mal

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xanthoulagrGR
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 26, 2026

"Nice but very mass tourism aspect"

9.0

Location, beach , facilities

The non authentic hospitality-mentality of the staff. In every moment they remind you that this is mass tourism hotel. Do not expect personalised service. Everything for the mass

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CeceliausUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 24, 2026

"Gorgeous resort with wonderful pools adjacent to an immaculately clean beach. Great food too!"

10.0

Riu Palace Bavaro is beautifully landscaped and maintained with so many options for dining that we did not get to try them all. The pools and beaches were wonderful. Staff was super friendly and even fun. Our favorite dining area during the day was the snack bar near the pools -- with something like 8 styles of delicious cuisine available adjacent to poolside. It was so nice to be able to grab lunch and snacks so easily. The tacos were exceptionally tasty! The poolside bar areas were great too. The different pools had different "vibes" (levels of noise and activity) so there is something for everyone. There are plentiful chairs, cabanas and shady spots to sit in too. I prefer shade and my family prefers sun, and we were both happy.

Honestly nothing. We liked everything.

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PaolausUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 22, 2026

"A disappointing and unreliable experience from start to finish."

1.0

I would not recommend staying at this RIU resort under any circumstances. If you want to ruin your vacation, this is the place to go. The resort did not honor the agreement we had at the time of booking. Instead, they attempted to impose unexpected price increases that were never agreed to or authorized. Communication through Booking was misleading and unprofessional, and at times included information that appeared altered or inconsistent with the original reservation. In addition, the documentation provided by the resort raised serious concerns about transparency and accuracy. This experience felt deceptive and extremely frustrating. If you are considering this property, proceed with caution. There are official Dominican consumer protection channels where complaints can be filed, and I strongly encourage others who have had similar experiences to report them. While you may not recover your money, raising awareness is important.

I would not recommend staying at this RIU resort under any circumstances. If you want to ruin your vacation, this is the place to go. The resort did not honor the agreement we had at the time of booking. Instead, they attempted to impose unexpected price increases that were never agreed to or authorized. Communication through Booking was misleading and unprofessional, and at times included information that appeared altered or inconsistent with the original reservation. In addition, the documentation provided by the resort raised serious concerns about transparency and accuracy. This experience felt deceptive and extremely frustrating. If you are considering this property, proceed with caution. There are official Dominican consumer protection channels where complaints can be filed, and I strongly encourage others who have had similar experiences to report them. While you may not recover your money, raising awareness is important.

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MiguelcoCO
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 21, 2026

"Excelente experiencia"

9.0

Excelente estancia

Instalaciónes

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VANESSAphPH
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 21, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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MaKallayusUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 19, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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