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Hotel Riu Palace Punta CanavsBavaro Hostel
Both Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana and Bavaro Hostel are praised by expert reviewers. Overall, Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana is the choice of most writers compared to Bavaro Hostel. Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana has a TripExpert Score of 79 with recommendations from 3 sources such as Fodor's, Star Service and Oyster.
Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
Fodor's
Star Service
Playa de Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $386/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "By night this megaresort decorated with Arabian-style domes looks like a fairy-tale palace and its generally older clientele are a departure from the other Riu resorts in the vast complex." Full review
Star Service "This humongous all-suite property stands out, literally, from the crowd in Bavaro for being four-stories high." Full review
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Expect little attention from management for special requests because of the large size of the property, though staffers are as friendly as can be.
Bavaro Hostel Star Service
Lonely Planet
Bavaro, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $15/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Beach
- Golf Course
Star Service "This adults-only enclave is the opposite of its Barcelo brethren in the area, which cater to rambunctious families and active Europeans looking to celebrate their vacation." Full review
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During the evening hours, guests can choose the formal dining room or venture to one of the dozen choices at the neighboring properties within the complex.
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Everything can be arranged here, including a gaggle of new friends to hit the bars with." Full review
