My husband, parents, and I stayed there the week of May 5-9. Upon arrival on Monday, we were not informed that the entire resort complex of Rius were without hot water and would be until at least Friday. We had stayed at this beautiful resort two years ago when it first opened and Riu Palaces in Aruba, Mexico, etc., with... more

I just returned from the Riu Palace from a week's stay from May.4/08 until May.11/08. The weather was perfect, low 90's and no rain. The hotel is very clean and nice. The food is definately European, as the majority of the guests are from there, but I didn't mind it. The steak resturant was really good, no complaints except that... more

I never planned on writing a review but this is a warning of why future visitors should stay away. Arrived on May 4th(Sunday). Let's call this an adventure. They told us our room was not ready and to go and have lunch. Had lunch, went back to reception area. They gave us 2 keys one for the room the other... more

My wife and I recently spent the week of may 2nd to may 9th at this faboulous resort. First, lets talk about the few things other reviews find not to their liking. WE have been to the carribean every year for the last 10 years and If you step off the plane and don't smell that tropical musty smell then... more

We stayed here on our honeymoon the week of Aug 21st . Here is quick and honest review of what we thought of our stay. Upside: The resort is clean, the building is decorated nicely, the food was above average (for a 3rd world country), the beaches are great, and the staff is pleasant and attentive to your needs. Downside:... more

Okay, I never write anybody for anything... very easy going. Nothing fizzes me. First I have stayed at a lot of nice places and yes, the grounds of the Riu Palace in Punta Cana were stunning. But those beds!!!!!! They were horrible!!!!!!!! Hard as rock. It ruined my whole trip. I went down, yes, with a sore back but I... more

My husband and I just returned from a five day stay at the Rui Palace Punta Cana. There were several things we wanted to share regarding the resort. First the good - the resort is beautiful, food good, the hotel is very clean, the beach is outstanding. Plenty of lounging chairs at the beach and the pool. Now the bad... more

Just came back from a 7 day stay at the RIU Palance, Punta Cana. We were very nervous due to so many bad reviews of this hotel. The hotel was the cleanest place we have ever stayed in. The grounds were just beautiful. As mentioned by other reviews, the food was bland, but we could always find something to our... more

First of all I would like to start out by saying that you cannot believe everything you hear. My husband and I came to the conclusion that there are some people that will find anything to complain about. We were leary about this resort due to the postings we read here. A little background on us: we are both in... more