Secrets Royal Beach Punta CanavsHotel Riu Palace Bavaro
Both properties are highly recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana scores significantly higher than Hotel Riu Palace Bavaro. Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana comes in at #21 in Punta Cana with positive reviews from 2 sources like oyster.com, Fodor's.
Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana
Av Alemania S/N, El Cortecito, Bavaro Beach, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $352/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Star Service
"Previously NH Royal Beach, this all-inclusive follows the Secrets formula of offering high-quality accommodations and dining in an upscale environment." Full review
Fodor's
"Swim-out rooms let you drop into the lazy-river pool, but the next best are the second-floor rooms with better sea views. Upgrade to the Preferred Club if possible." Full review
Frommer's
"The adults-only, all-inclusive Secrets Royal Beach on Bavaro beach has large, modern rooms in bright, tropical colors" Full review
Hotel Riu Palace Bavaro
Playa de Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, Punta Cana 74100, Dominican Republic
From $515/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"A family favorite, it's a high-energy place, with an engaging staff. Most of the well-furnished accommodations open onto panoramic views of the beach and the ocean beyond." Full review
Star Service
"On the edge of this sprawling seaside enclave in Punta Cana—home to four other RIU all-inclusive brands—looms a towering white-walled castle better known as the RIU Palace Bavaro." Full review
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Frommer's
"The family-friendly Riu Palace Bávaro is the newest property (opened in 2011) in this five-resort Riu complex on Arena Gorda beach at the north end of the Bávaro coastline. Though the..." Full review
Frommer's
"It remains one of the better value all-inclusives in Punta Cana...the decor is done as funky modern modular, all starkly white edged in black with bright splashes of purple and pink." Full review