Arena Gorda Beach is located near Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive, which provides a free breakfast buffet, an adjacent golf course, and free water park access. Treat yourself to a massage, a facial, or a body treatment at Renova Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 6 on-site restaurants. Fitness classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include beach volleyball, kayaking, and fishing. In addition to a nightclub and a swim-up bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Bávaro, a neighborhood in Punta Cana, Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive is next to a golf course and on the beach. Iberostar Golf Course and Cana Bay Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arena Gorda Beach and Cortecito Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Sirenis Aquagames Water Park and Splash Water Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Punta Cana travel guide
23000, La Altagracia, Punta Cana, Playa de Arena Gorda
What's nearby
Arena Gorda Beach
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Downtown Punta Cana
15 min drive - 16.7 km
Bavaro Beach
27 min drive - 15.2 km
Punta Cana Beach
34 min drive - 35.5 km
Splash Water Park
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ)
31 min drive
Restaurants
Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
13 min walk
Mashua Nikkei Restaurant
8 min drive
Coffee Shop
9 min drive
Bahia Principe Lobby Bar
6 min drive
Acuario Restaurant Buffet
9 min drive
About this property
Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive
Property highlights
Arena Gorda Beach is located near Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive, which provides a free breakfast buffet, an adjacent golf course, and free water park access. Indulge in a massage, a facial, and a body treatment at Renova Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 6 on-site restaurants. Fitness classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include beach volleyball, kayaking, and fishing. In addition to a nightclub and a swim-up bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with a waterslide and a swim-up bar
Free self parking
4 indoor tennis courts, express check-out, and express check-in
Babysitting (surcharge), ATM/banking services, and a reception hall
Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 676 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
Patios, separate sitting areas, and recycling
All inclusive details
Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.
Food and beverages
All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers
Meals and beverages at companion properties
Activities and facilities/equipment
All non-motorized water sports, land activities, and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.
Water activities
Kayaking
Snorkeling
Windsurfing
Land activities
Fitness facilities
Tennis
Lessons/classes/games
Aerobics
Dancing
Water fitness
Yoga
Entertainment
Onsite entertainment and activities
Access to onsite nightclubs
Onsite live performances
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Ecostars. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive have a pool?
Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Is Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
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.
What time is check-out at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive?
Check-out is at noon.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive?
Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and beverages are included, and activities include windsurfing, snorkeling, kayaking, and more.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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For the first time staying at this hotel I’m pretty well satisfied with all the things that provided. The food was great, the service was outstanding.
The TV reception was the only thing that was not up to par.
Overall the stay at this hotel was great
The place was nice we had one issue with the rooms we received but the property provided us with a switch of rooms to give us what we booked for. Everyone was friendly, the food was good, the drinks could be better. We traveled with little ones, not much for them to do there
The following staff at the Crystal restaurant were wonderful: Raúl, Esther, and Rubén. At la Isabela restaurant the following staff were wonderful Ruth and Rosana. Great food!
The staff at the buffets and pool bar were incredibly helpful, friendly, and always smiling. Whoever manages this resort has clearly created a positive work environment, and it shows in every interaction with the staff.
We travel frequently and have stayed at many all-inclusive resorts over the years, and this was one of the few places where the happiness of the employees was so noticeable. Their positive attitudes were genuine and contagious, making it an absolute joy to be here. The welcoming atmosphere and outstanding service truly enhanced our entire vacation experience.
I enjoy my birthday trip here . The staff was awesome. The rooms were kept clean . The food was awesome. The shows were amazing. They staff kept guests entertained
What a great vacation! The staff ,the food, the resort, the activities and the safety of the property was amazing. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Nathan Lee
Oct 28, 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Overall nice and quiet facility. Nice beach access and beautiful beach. I chose this resort for my kids thinking there would be activities like other Riu resorts. Pictures showed nice water park for kids but wasn’t exactly in our resort it was a 12-15 min walk from our resort. Buffet food was decent, better than other Riu resorts I’ve been to. But the specialty restaurants were not very impressive. Overall great staff and friendly. I’d rate the entire stay a 7/10.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Carrie
Oct 23, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
This hotel is fine for anyone on a tight budget. It is a good price but the food. alcohol and rooms are subpar. Parts of the hotel didn't seem clean like the gym and I think it needs to be remodeled in some areas.
The steak house was good. The spanish and italian restaurants were just ok.