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Riu Palace Macao (Adults Only) Hotel Punta Cana, Punta Cana

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About the Hotel

Playa Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

The Hotel Riu Palace Macao is an Adults-Only resort located on the stunning Arena Gorda Beach in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. This complex provides a 24-hour All-Inclusive service and boasts a range of amenities and activities catered to adults. With over 360 rooms and direct beach access, it presents an ideal setting for a tropical getaway. Guests can relax by the hotel's four swimming pools or on the exclusive beach area reserved for hotel patrons.

Location

Situated directly on Playa de Arena Gorda, the hotel benefits from the picturesque backdrop of turquoise waters and palm trees. Punta Cana is known for its pristine beaches and varied wildlife, making it a prime destination for both relaxation and adventure. Accessibility to other attractions in the area is straightforward, with local tours available for activities such as visiting nearby ecological parks and historical sites.

Rooms

Each guestroom at Riu Palace Macao features air conditioning, a mini-bar, and a 24-hour room service option. With a total of 364 rooms, the hotel ensures comfort with amenities like laptop-compatible safes and coffee makers. Every accommodation includes a balcony or terrace, providing a peaceful outdoor space. Guests can also enjoy satellite TV and Wi-Fi access during their stay.

Eat & Drink

The hotel offers a diverse culinary experience across its six restaurants, with options for buffet-style breakfast featuring live cooking stations. Themed dinners showcase exotic recipes from different regions, expanding guests' palates. À la carte options are available, including Japanese, Italian, and fusion cuisines, each prepared by skilled chefs. Despite various offerings, some guests have cited that the quality of food could be improved.

Leisure & Business

The Riu Palace Macao features extensive leisure amenities including four swimming pools, a beachfront area, and a wellness center. Active guests can partake in water sports like snorkeling and windsurfing or relax with beach massages. For nightlife, Caribbean beats come alive with shows, live music, and vibrant parties at the on-site Pacha nightclub. The hotel also offers fitness facilities and a variety of organized on-site events.

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center
Punta Cana 12.4 mi
Airports
Punta Cana (PUJ) 16.5 mi
La Romana International (LRM) 55.8 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Sundry/Convenience store
  • Gift/Newsstand
  • Hairdresser
  • Beauty salon
  • Coffee shop
  • Multilingual staff

Sports & Fitness

  • Exercise gym
  • Kayaking
  • Tubing
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness studio

Guest Parking

  • Refrigerator

Services

  • 24-hour room service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Wedding services
  • Stores/Commercial services
  • Bell staff/Porter
  • Computer connection

Dining

  • Continental breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Coffee/Tea in lobby
  • Free breakfast
  • Buffet breakfast

Children

  • Water slides
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels
  • Sun loungers
  • Casino
  • Aqua park
  • Night club
  • Entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Television in lobby
  • Free cabanas
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Treatment room

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • In-room air conditioning
  • In-room safe
  • Mini-bar
  • Balcony
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer

Self-catering

  • Refrigerator

Media

  • Cable/ Satellite television
  • Telephone
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Location

Playa Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Playa Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Nearby
Pasha
1900 ft
Restaurants
Kukua Beach Club Restaurant
2700 ft
Carretera de Arena Gorda a Macao Entrada por Club de Golf Punta Blanca

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
90%
liked the hotel and would stay again
beachfront
friendly staff
pricey
value for money
9.0/10
Perfect
Rooms
8.9
Location
9.7
Service
9.1
Dining
8.1
Guest reviews
9.0/10
based on 15 review
0.0
0.0/10based on 0 review
John
United Kingdom, June  2024
8.0/10

The hotel is located on a beautiful beach, offering spacious rooms with a massive comfy bed. The facilities are great, but the dining options are limited. The service is friendly, but the Wi-Fi is not included in the price.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious, with a massive comfy bed and kept spotlessly clean.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and efficient in all areas.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located on a beautiful beach, providing a great ambiance for guests.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were limited, impacting the overall dining experience.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are great and well-maintained, offering a comfortable stay.
Susan
United Kingdom, May  2024
8.6/10

The hotel is superbly located right on the beautiful beach, offering a serene atmosphere. The rooms are kept immaculately clean with garden views and boast massive comfy beds, ensuring a restful stay. The friendly staff provide excellent service, though some might find the prices a bit high. The dining experience, especially the craveable salads, adds to the value for money. The facilities are top-notch, making the stay convenient and enjoyable.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms are kept immaculately clean with garden views and massive comfy beds.
Service
8.0
The staff offer excellent service in all areas, ensuring a pleasant stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel is superbly located right on the beautiful beach, creating a serene atmosphere.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience, especially the craveable salads, adds to the overall value for money.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities are top-notch, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable stay for guests.
Larry
United States of America, April  2024
8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, with clean and comfortable rooms and friendly staff. The location was perfect, just steps away from the beautiful beach. However, the dining options were a bit limited, and the facilities could use some improvement.

Rooms
9.0
My room with a king size bed was kept clean and had fresh towels. The view from the room was amazing.
Service
9.0
The service in all areas was excellent. The staff was attentive and provided great assistance.
Location
10.0
The hotel is located on a beautiful beach, which made my stay very enjoyable. The proximity to the beach was a definite highlight.
Dining
8.0
I enjoyed the great food at the restaurant. The dining experience was a highlight of my stay.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were modern and convenient. However, there could be more amenities available.
Matthew
United States of America, January  2024
9.4/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were kept clean, and the massive comfy bed with three beds was a real treat. The service was top-notch in all areas, making me feel like a VIP throughout my stay. The location was simply amazing, right on the private beach with breathtaking views of the shoreline. The dining experience was superb with great food offerings. The facilities exceeded my expectations, providing everything I needed for a perfect vacation.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were kept clean and the massive comfy bed with three beds was a lovely touch.
Service
10.0
The service in all areas was excellent, exceeding my expectations.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location on the private beach was a dream come true, offering stunning views of the shoreline.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was delightful with great food options to choose from.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities provided everything I needed and more, ensuring a luxurious and convenient stay.
David
United Kingdom, January  2024
9.4/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location was superb, right on the stunning beach and not far from the shopping mall. The rooms were clean and had good facilities, and the air conditioning made my stay very comfortable. The service was outstanding with attentive staff in all areas. The dining experience, with great food included, was a true highlight. The facilities were top-notch, making my stay even better! The only downside was the price being a bit high, but considering the value for money, it was worth it.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms with garden view were kept clean, had good facilities, and the air conditioning was a plus.
Service
9.0
The service across all areas was superb with attentive staff providing top-notch service.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location on the beach was absolutely breathtaking, making it a perfect spot for a relaxing getaway.
Dining
10.0
The dining experience with great food included was exceptional, truly satisfying my taste buds.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at the hotel were impressive, offering everything I needed for a luxurious stay.
beachfront
pricey
Julia
United States of America, November  2023
9.0/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were spacious and modern with a fantastic view of the garden. The massive comfy bed made for a luxurious night's sleep, and the facilities were top-notch. However, the price was a bit on the higher side.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious and modern with a great garden view.
Service
9.0
The service in all areas was impeccable, with friendly staff and excellent room service.
Location
8.0
The location was serene with a beautiful garden view, perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was exceptional with delicious food and fresh seasonal fruits.
Facilities
10.0
The hotel facilities were outstanding, offering everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Luxurious
Pricey
Jim
United States of America, October  2023
8.6/10

The hotel's location is superb, right by the beach and within easy reach of various dining options. The rooms are spotless and cozy, and the staff is exceptionally welcoming. While the dining experience could be enhanced with more variety, the overall stay is pleasant. Pricing is reasonable; however, having to pay extra for Wi-Fi is a drawback.

Rooms
9.0
Rooms are immaculate and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff is friendly and attentive.
Location
10.0
The hotel boasts a prime beachfront location with easy access to dining venues.
Dining
7.0
While the dining experience lacks variety, the food quality is good.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities are well-maintained and offer a comfortable stay.
Robert
United Kingdom, October  2023
8.4/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were spacious and modern, and the garden view from my room was stunning. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout my visit. However, the air conditioning in the room wasn't as effective as I would have liked. The dining experience offered delicious yogurt but could have had more variety. The hotel facilities were top-notch, especially the Jacuzzi which was a relaxing treat. Overall, a wonderful stay with a few small areas for improvement.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and modern with a stunning garden view.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel is situated in a beautiful beach area, offering a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience included delicious yogurt but lacked variety.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel facilities were top-notch, especially the relaxing Jacuzzi.
Tom
United Kingdom, October  2023
9.2/10

I adored this hotel! The bed was massive and so comfy, and my room was kept spotlessly clean throughout my stay. The service was exceptional in all areas. The location was simply perfect, right on the beautiful beach. The dining experience with gourmet sandwiches was a delightful treat. The facilities were top-notch, making my stay truly enjoyable.

Rooms
9.0
The room with a larger bed was kept spotlessly clean and incredibly comfortable.
Service
10.0
The service in all areas was outstanding, ensuring I had a fantastic stay.
Location
10.0
Being on the beautiful beach made my stay exceptionally memorable.
Dining
8.0
The gourmet sandwiches and dining options were a delicious indulgence.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were excellent, adding great value to my overall experience.
Bill
United Kingdom, September  2023
9.0/10

The hotel is in a stunning beachfront location with immaculately clean rooms and fresh towels. The service is top-notch, although the price could be considered a bit high. The dining experience offers creative salads, and the facilities are well-equipped and modern.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms with Jacuzzi are kept immaculately clean and offer a beautiful view.
Service
9.0
The service in all areas exceeded my expectations with attentive staff.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location on the beach is absolutely perfect for a relaxing stay.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience with great food options was a highlight of my stay.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were modern and well-maintained throughout my visit.
William
United States of America, September  2023
9.4/10

My stay at the hotel was wonderful! The rooms with garden view were kept spotlessly clean and cozy with three beds. The service was exceptional in all areas with room service, 24-hour room service, and more. The location was absolutely stunning, right on the beach. The dining experience was delightful with great food. The facilities provided added to the overall enjoyment of my visit.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were kept immaculately clean and cozy with a lovely garden view.
Service
10.0
The service was top-notch, with friendly staff attending to all needs efficiently.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location right on the beach was simply breathtaking.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was superb, offering delicious food that exceeded my expectations.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities provided at the hotel were excellent, enhancing my overall experience.
Scenic views
Limited dining options
Daniel
United Kingdom, August  2023
9.0/10

The hotel is a gem! The rooms are kept immaculately clean and come with a bathtub, offering a relaxing stay. The service is top-notch with attentive staff. Its location, just a stroll away from the beautiful beach, is ideal for a peaceful getaway. The dining experience is delightful with great food choices. On the downside, the price may be a bit on the higher side for some visitors.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms are kept immaculately clean and come with a bathtub, providing a comfortable and relaxing stay.
Service
9.0
The service in all areas is excellent, with friendly and attentive staff always ready to assist.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location on the beautiful beach is perfect for a serene and tranquil escape.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience is superb, offering great food choices that cater to various preferences.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities provided are modern and well-maintained, enhancing the overall guest experience.
clean
price
Paul
United Kingdom, July  2023
9.0/10

The hotel is a gem with spotlessly clean rooms and impeccable service. The location by the beach is a major plus, but the dining could be more diverse. Excellent value for money overall.

Rooms
9.0
My room with a king size bed was kept spotlessly clean and comfortable with a view.
Service
9.0
The service in all areas was top-notch, and the staff was friendly and attentive.
Location
10.0
The hotel is so close to the beach, offering breathtaking views and a serene atmosphere.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good overall, but more varied options would enhance the experience.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers great amenities and facilities for a comfortable stay.
Alan
United Kingdom, July  2023
9.2/10

This hotel was a gem! The rooms were kept spotlessly clean, and my room had a lovely garden view. The air conditioning was a blessing. The only downside was the price, a bit on the higher side but worth it for the quality.

Rooms
9.0
My room was kept spotlessly clean with air conditioning and had a larger bed with a garden view.
Service
9.0
The service in all areas was impeccable. From room service to tours, they had it all covered. The value for money was fair considering the superb service.
Location
10.0
The location was perfect, near to the beach in beautiful surroundings. Couldn't have asked for a better spot.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was top-notch with great food and local products. The price for the dining was reasonable for the quality provided.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were fantastic, catering to every need. The value for money was evident in the well-maintained amenities.
clean
pricey
Edith
United Kingdom, July  2023
9.0/10

I found this hotel to be a true gem! The rooms were so cozy and clean, and the staff was incredibly welcoming. The only downside was the dining options being a bit limited. The beachfront location was stunning, and the facilities were top-notch. Great value for the money!

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were kept immaculately clean and very comfortable, providing a relaxing stay.
Service
9.0
The service throughout the hotel was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to ensure a pleasant experience.
Location
10.0
Being right on the beautiful beach made every moment feel like paradise. A perfect 10 for the location!
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was delightful, especially the variety of Indian food that was offered.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel's facilities were fantastic, offering everything you could need for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
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