Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront property near Arena Gorda Beach

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3 outdoor pools
3 outdoor pools
Reception hall
Lobby sitting area
Poolside bar

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Playa de Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, La Altagracia, 23000
  • Place, Arena Gorda Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Splash Water Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Punta Blanca Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Punta Cana (PUJ-Punta Cana Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite (U)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(322 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Tropical View, U)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(135 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (U)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (U)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (L)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Superior, L)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (E)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (Superior, E)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (L)

  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (E)

  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Tropical View | C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite (C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (C)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds OR 2 King Beds

Junior Suite (Tropical View | B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds OR 2 King Beds

Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Sea View (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (E)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite Junior with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

Suite

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

Room Superior

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Suite Junior

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Punta Cana

Beachside getaway.Within a 10-minute walk of this Bávaro property, you'll find Arena Gorda Beach and Splash Water Park. Punta Blanca Golf Course and Iberostar Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Arena Gorda Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Splash Water Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Punta Blanca Golf Course - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Los Corales Beach - 19 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Bavaro Beach - 27 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nomad - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar Piscina Hibiscus - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Colonial - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Caney Buffet - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Mashua Nikkei Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive

4-star beachfront property near Arena Gorda Beach
Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

As a guest of Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive, you'll find a full-service spa, a complimentary water park, and 3 outdoor swimming pools. There are 6 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a grocery/convenience store. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 4 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a nightclub, and a fitness center are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Punta Cana property.

  • 1 building
  • 676 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 6 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive offers 676 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Punta Cana property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of towels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Renova Spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 6 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • 4 indoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Parasailing
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

When a room reservation includes a round-trip airport transfer at no charge, it's essential to respond to the supplier's message to arrange the shuttle service.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the property before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive to the airport?

Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive is 16.4 mi (31-min drive) away from the Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive.

How close is Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive to the beach?

This property is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive offer free breakfast?

Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive?

No, there is no casino at this property, but Casino Avalon Princess (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive?

This property offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive have a pool?

Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive features 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 6 restaurants on site.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Renova Spa, where you can enjoy facials, hydrotherapy, and body scrubs.

How close is Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive to downtown Punta Cana?

Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive is 12.9 mi away from Punta Cana.

Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1253 out of 2333 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 516 out of 2333 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 311 out of 2333 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 112 out of 2333 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 141 out of 2333 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Alejandra

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Steven Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Most things were good at the hotel , including food drinks and staff
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tiaira Alexus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lyle, HARRISBURG, SD

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room. Was well kept and clean. The towels were restocked . The wait staff was willing to do anything to make your stay great.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Zahra

Travelled with family and small children
Room and staff were good. Our room had a lot of roaches and a few our our families did too. Should consider exterminator.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Dirty rooms. Food was bad. Not that many different food options. Would never go back
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Elliot Young

Do not go here…
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeta, Woodland Park

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Kenneth Andrew

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Well, I doubt’s will be read. But I was underwhelmed the property is an older property that needs renovated for sure. The food was average at best. Tried every restaurant the best one was the fusion restaurant that we experienced. The rest were just very average and I say this because I’ve traveled enough to know good food when I have it. The first day we were there our toilet ran the entire day. They sent a person up and didn’t fix the issue. I ended up fixing it myself the second day woke up to no water whatsoever and they said effected the entire resort an didn’t return till just after lunch. The workers were very friendly. The people at front desk didn’t offer to extend a credit do something special like they did for other people. I don’t know why someone did but the guy that showed me what they did for him he stays here fairly often. I guess we’re at the years and they sent him up a large fruit display with a bottle of line cigar.The ocean was beautiful. The place was kept pretty clean for the most part so that was a plus. I have a possible 10 I would give it to a six over 6.5. But I will never go to another Rio property. Nothing was offered as a credit we should receive at least a day if not, two days of credit from our vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Djordje

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The rooms need major upgrades. There’s are old, moldy and bathrooms are in bad condition. Having stairs in the room is bad idea. We have been tripping over them not stop. Housekeeping ladies were wonderful as well as restaurant staff. Beach is great, close and clean. You have ton remove cats from the resort. They are being torched by the guests and their kids all the time.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vasel, Scarsdale

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second stay at the Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana. The grounds and staff were wonderful, especially the night bartender at the Daiquiri bar. The food was good, as well, however, we noticed that some of the variety from our last visit was not available. For example, we could not seem to get bagels, cream cheese, capers, or smoked salmon together at the same time. There used to be a lobster option on a Thursday I believe, but that was not available this visit. Also, I believe the rooms are in need of an overhaul. Our bathroom ceiling in the shower was stained, the glass partition had soap stains, and the shower head did not have a consistent water flow. The room just seemed dated and neglected to me. The housekeeping staff was pleasant and accommodating. One stand out was that it was my husband's birthday during our stay and the housekeeping staff decorated our room with very cute balloons. That was a great touch. We do enjoy staying at the Riu and did have an overall good experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Multiple things were wrong with our room. Many of the outlets in the room did not work, the ceiling fan did not work, toilet wouldn’t flush. We put in work requests which were responded to but didn’t fix any of the problems. Service was also not great other than the waiters at the restaurants and the cleaning staff. Everyone else seemed annoyed if stopped or needed service. Lastly food was not good at all. I don’t have high expectations when it comes to the food at all inclusive but I have to say in the appx 15 all-inclusive resorts I’ve been to this was honestly ranks the lowest quality, taste, and selection of food out of all of them. I hate to leave a bad review but want others to be aware when deciding on a resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rafal J

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
So nice workers everybody try to help you
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Kelly

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Lori, Saskatoon

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first room was run down. The couch was ripped, the lamps looked like they had ripped tinfoil covering them, the toilette wouldn't stop running, the shower was leaking and it looked like it hadn't been cleaned. We tried to switch rooms but there wasn't anything available unless we upgraded. I ended up upgrading and the room was a bit better but it was still rundown. Housekeeping didn't clean our room very often and when they did clean it, they did the bare minimum and left dirty dishes in the room. The entertainment was dull and boring. When I booked my room through Expedia, it said I was supposed to get over $1400 USD in room credits but when I got there the front staff said I didn't have them. I tried showing them my credits on Expedia and they said it didn't matter because I don't have them.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vishali

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Ricky

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

The rooms definitely need to be upgraded as there
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was amazing, the room was spotless and beautiful, the beach was gorgeous and the staff was incredibly friendly!!! Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

TOMASINA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everybody was so kind!! Excellent customer service!! The food was amazing!! Thanks to morillo, Orlando and Santa at the buffet! Javier was awesome tooo he made sure I always had a drink in my hand at the beach!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Kirsten

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026