This June something very special is happening in Punta Cana

date_range 12 February, 2016 label , , question_answer 128 Comments

In June we’re opening a new hotel in Punta Cana in the “Adults Only” category; don’t skip this post because the novelties being unveiled in Riu Republica won’t leave you indifferent.

Riu Republica - Hotel in Punta Cana

This is a newly constructed “24-Hour All Inclusive” hotel located on the impressive Arena Gorda beach. A complex with 1,007 rooms that features the most exclusive RIU services:

  • Premium liquors available throughout the hotel.
  • Concierge service in the lobby.
  • Special wine list.
  • Romantic dinner on the beach.
  • Free WiFi in all areas, including the rooms.

Riu Republica - Hotel in Punta Cana

In the Riu Republica you can find the main restaurant La Altagracia, a buffet with a wide selection of dishes to suit every taste, in addition to three themed restaurants: the Asian, the Italian and the steakhouse.

Riu Republica - Hotel in Punta Cana

You’ll be able to swim in the crystalline waters of the Caribbean and sunbathe reclining on white sands. And if you’re more of a pool person, this hotel has four options to choose from, including a pool with an aquatic bar. If you’re one of those people who takes care of yourself even while on vacation, in this hotel you’ll find a spa and a gym with the latest equipment and facilities.

Riu Republica - Hotel in Punta Cana

This hotel is designed for you to enjoy several fabulous days with your partner and disconnect from your daily routine while you receive a massage, sunbathe on the beach or sip a cocktail made from some exotic fruit.

Riu Republica - Hotel in Punta Cana

Punta Cana is an idyllic destination that will captivate you; we have no doubt that you’re already wishing you were there; don’t wait any longer and make a reservation for your vacation with us. Go to www.riu.com and check out our services and rates.

128 Comments

  • mary tozer

    1122 Buckslide Rd …………. I am a riu member, and would like to see prices for a 10 day trip with a flight from toronto for the grand opening.

  • Ronald Collins

    Prices, please. More info

  • Denise

    We are very excited to be celebrating my 50th birthday at the new Riu Republica. We are booked for June 27th. I have been reading threads that the hotel will not be ready… Could you please clarify for me.. What happens if it’s not ready?
    Denise

    • Riu Hotels

      Hi Denise,
      Everything is going as planned in the construction of the hotel.
      Thank you for choosing us.

    • Ruby

      Good morning Denise we are going to be there at the same time as you. Maybe we will run into each other on the beach :). Congratulations on your 50th. I wanted to spend mine under a palm tree but had to delay so will be having a very belated 51st instead.. Lol

    • Mark/Carrie

      2 of us arriving June 28th for 8 nights… looking forward to it and I imagine it will be packed with the deals that were available. Haven’t been to Bavaro in ‘many’ years – back to when there were only a handful of places to stay

  • Amy

    Will this hotel include 24 hour room service? Does it include exchange privileges at other RIU Properties in PC??

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Amy,
      Thank you very much for writing to us.
      Unfortunately we have to tell you that this hotel has no room service. 24 hour room service is only provided at our Palace hotels in the Dominican Republic as well as other Palace hotels in the Caribbean Sea.
      Kind regards,

      • Vimal Nandha

        Dear Rui Republica.
        I am concerned that on this blog you have stated that 24 room service is not available, when you have advertised this very thing. This was one of the reasons why we have booked this new hotel for June 2016 Please confirm this is correct.

        Kind Regards Vimal.

        • Riu Hotels

          Dear Vimal Nandha,
          We are sorry, the hotel Riu Republica does not offer the room service. This service is available exclusively at our Palace hotels.
          Thank you for choosing us and kind regards.

    • Steve rak

      Is no room service,you must pay for room service.No exchange at others Riu hotel.I am in Riu right now.Restaurant food deserve five star,rooms
      Look nice,cleaning is done wery poorly,mini fridge is refill every secon day,yup receive two bottles of water ,every two days.Beach is whole another story,people must avake four or five on morning to get a chair,to get to a beach you mus clim ten feet send dune.Bech is total catastrofa.I am here right now.

      • Riu Hotels

        Dear Steve,
        Many thanks for choosing us.
        We regret that your overall experience wasn’t what you expected. As we have told other guests, we have reported your comments to the corresponding departments.
        Kind regards.

  • Trish

    Does this hotel have exchange privileges with other RIU properties in PC? Also, is there a casino on the property? If not can I use the one at other RIU properties?

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Trish,
      This hotel doesn’t have exchange priviliges with other RIU properties. The hotel does not have a casino but we have other hotels that do. Please check http://www.riu.com for further information.
      Thank you and kind regards.

  • Katherine

    Hello,
    We booked a 2 bedroom room in for July 11th. Can you please provide more photos, they’re not listed on the website.

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Katherine,
      At the moment, we only have the photos that you can see in http://www.riu.com
      We will have more photos once the hotel opens.
      Thank you and kind regards.

    • Becky

      HI Katherine,
      My husband and I will being going the week of July 9th, this is our first trip to Punta Cana, what does it mean when they say no room service, does that mean that there is no house keeping, have you been to this area before? What kind of activities our there besides water sports?
      Becky

      • Riu Hotels

        Dear Becky,
        No room service refers to we do not have a service of food delivered to the rooms. The hotel has a room cleaning service 7 days per week.
        Thank you for choosing us, we hope that you have a good stay with us.
        Kind regards.

  • Mark

    Does the RIU Republica offer exchange privileges at the other RIU propeties in Punta Cana ie)Riu Bambu or RiU Naboia?

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Mark,
      This hotel doesn’t have exchange priviliges with other RIU properties.
      Thank you for reading our blog.
      Kind regards.

  • Brydon

    Hi I have booked a trip to this hotel for the 11th of June 2016. I have been reading alot of reviews saying not sure if it will be ready on time. Can you please tell me if it’s still planned to open June 4th 2016. Thanks

    • Riu Hotels

      Hi Brydon,
      Don’t worry, everything is going as planned in the construction of the hotel.
      Thank you for choosing us and regards.

    • Stefano Combi

      I am in the same boat arriving June 11th as well. Were you able to find any updates on the status of the hotel?

      Thanks,
      Stefano

  • Roxane Boisvert

    Hi,
    I booked for July for my 30 Th wedding anniversary and I have 3000 points from Riu and I ‘d Like to know what can I get have with That kind of points?
    Thank You

  • Hilary Wells

    Hi we have booked a holiday to the Rui Palace Macao for the 25th July 2016 for 2 weeks. I have been reading alot of reviews saying that the hotel will be undergoing some renovation work and that it will be closed for 2 months. Can you please tell me if this will affect our holiday will there be building work happening or in fact closure of the hotel. Also it is rumoured that it will change from an adult only to a family hotel can you please put my mind at ease and give me the true facts on what is happening at the hotel. We are looking forward to our stay at the hotel and your beautiful resort. Thanks

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Hilary,
      Don’t worry, the renovation will not affect your holiday and after the renovation the hotel will be “Adults Only”, like now.
      Many thanks for choosing us.
      Kind regards.

  • Kat matyas

    My husband and I booked this hotel for September for our first year wedding anniversary, how do we go about having dinner on the beach ?

  • Inna

    We booked in August. Wondering if we can actually swim in the ocean where this hotel is located or we have to drive somewhere else?

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Inna,
      Yes, the hotel is located on the shore of the Arena Gorda beach in Punta Cana.
      Thank you for us and kind regards.

  • Richard

    Hi

    Can you tell me the difference between “Riu Republica” and “Sensimar Bavaro”? I’m from Europe and our trip in August is in the “Sensimar Bavaro”. It looks like it’s all in the same hotel?

    Thnx

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Richard,
      Sensimar Bavaro is a part of the Riu Republica that has some exclusive services such as a restaurant, a swimming pool and a concierge service.
      Thank you for choosing us, we hope that you have a good stay with us.
      Kind regards.

  • Joe

    Will you have premium alcohol there examples absolute vodka gray goose

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Joe,
      In the RIU Republica alcohols brands are served as described as on our website. In the case of Vodka, we can confirm that we serve Smirnoff and Stolichnaya vodka.
      Thank you for wtriting us.
      Kind regards.

  • Joe

    With the beaches are plenty of walking on the beach

  • Joe

    how many bars will be by the beach and by the pool

  • Joe

    At the restaurants or the buffet will they be serving lobster

  • Joe

    Will there be services by the pool and the beach what I mean will they bring drinks to you

  • Joe

    On your website it does not show if they will bring drinks to you by the pool and by the beach will be serviced for that

    • Riu Hotels

      Hi Joe,
      If you cannot find the information on our website this means that unfortunately we do not offer this service at this hotel.
      Regards.

  • Joanne murphy

    Hi
    My new husband and I are looking to book the sensimar hotel for our honeymoon, can u up grade us into a beautiful honeymoon room where we can enjoy an amazing 2 weeks without our young children???
    This holiday is a once in a life time for us without the kids.
    Is the hotel also complete??? We are a bit confused as on trip advisor people have added pictures from 2015 and it looks the same as the computerised photos of the hotel.
    Is it worth booking with sensimar for our honeymoon.
    We want to make the right decision in booking this once in a life time holiday
    Thank you x

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Joanne,
      Thank you for writing us.
      For any requests regarding your stay at the hotel, we kindly ask you to contact them directly via [email protected].
      The hotel is new and will open on June 4th this year. You can check all of the information regarding the facilities in the Sensimar area and the rest of the hotel on our website.
      Kind regards.

  • Bev Reardon

    We are stayingat when Sensimar on Oct 2016 and although unvisited have booked for June 2017 to celebrate my husbands 60th. As big Riu fans we can’t wait to try the adult only after visiting Riu Palace Macao and experienci get this new hotel. Good luck for your opening

  • Stefano Combi

    I can’t find anywhere that the hotel has actually opened and my friend and I are booked to arrive saturday. Can anyone provide an update on the status of the hotel? thank you

    • Riu Hotels

      Hi Stefano,
      Don’t worry, the hotel opened last saturday (4th June).
      Many thanks for writting us.
      Kind regards.

  • Gill

    Hi. I am due to stay at the sensimar Bavaro in August. I booked with tui. Their website states that the hotel has 252 rooms. It also states that it has 3 pools and 5 restaurants. Can you tell me if any of those statements are true or are the restaurants shared with the other 750 rooms at the Rui republican? We specifically booked it because it was a small hotel.

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Gill,
      Thank you for choosing us.
      Sensimar Bavaro has an exclusive restaurant and an exclusive pool with a pool bar. The rest of the restaurants and facilities are shared with the Riu Republica.
      Kind regards.

  • Suzana

    Hi,
    how is hotel management dealing with a beach chairs problem? Guests are reserving chairs at 5am every morning and not using them until noon. It looks like there is not enough beach chairs available for all the guests of this hotel. The hotel staff should remove all the towels if not used for over 1h.

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Suzana,
      Your comment help us to improve; we will consider your review.
      Thank you for writing us.
      Kind regards.

  • Charles Zavala

    Hello,
    I am staying at the new Riu Republica 5 in Punta Cana June 30th- July 5th.
    We have a Triple room reserved for 4, but I would like to add one more person.
    Can this be accommodated? if so how do I go about it.?

    Thank you.

  • Simon Rabbitt

    Looking at booking the sensimar Bavaro in August and wanted to know if all the bars, resteraunts and facilities are also available for use in the Republica, I understand that on the website it looks like everything is shared, is this correct?

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Simon,
      Thank you for writing us.
      Sensimar Bavaro has an exclusive restaurant and an exclusive pool with a pool bar. The rest of the restaurants and facilities are shared with the Riu Republica.
      We hope you have a fabulous stay.
      Kind regards.

  • Brian

    Hello,

    I’m reading alot on tripadvisor about a sand dune that has to be crossed to get to the beach and that this makes it non-accessible for handicapped. Is this correct or when will this be fixed.

    Thanks

    • Riu Hotels

      Hello Brian!
      Thank you for writing us.
      As we have told other guests, we have reported your comments to the corresponding departments.
      Kind regards.

  • Mark

    Hi please can you give the name f the sensimar guest restaurant , and tell me if it is al la carte .?

  • Emily

    We just booked this for a vacation with close friends in August!! We can’t wait! Are ajoining room possible at this resort???

  • Andrea

    Hi I am booked for the new riu republica, I am hereing all sorts of bad reviews. And the biggest one is all the food poisining. Can you tell me what they are doing about it? Will they let you switch to a different Riu property?

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Andrea,
      We have been closely following the reviews regarding food poisoning of the hotel Riu Republica. We would like to reassure our guests and future guests that we are correctly following the health and safety procedures at the hotel and that all of the potentially riskier areas and processes are being especially supervised to offer our guests the maximum safety possible.
      We would like to remind our guests that they can eat and drink at the hotel as usual and that they must always follow the destination’s general recommendations such as avoid drinking non potable water as well as taking the appropriate precautions when eating or drinking outside the hotel.
      Thank you for choosing us.
      Kind regards.

  • Tara Delgado

    Hello Riu

    I have booked my bundle trip with expedia.com. after reading the bad reviews for this hotel from the food poisoning (raw food), sand dune (no infinity pool), electrical problems, no beach bar, only the steak house is a la carte (Italian and Asian are buffets) and that the hotel really seems like a 3 star I’m disappointed. I have called Expedia numerous times to switch hotels and they have been calling RIU Republica nonstop for me and cannot contact the hotel to waive the cancellation fee which I feel should be waved if the hotel was not advertised as it really is which is another reason why I want to switch. How could a huge travel agency not be able to get in touch with this hotel that’s odd and makes me further suspicious of the service here.

    Please help

    • Riu Hotels

      Hello Tara,
      Thank you for writing us.
      We were surprised to read your review. We kindly ask you to contact our hotel via [email protected]. Also, the telephone number is +1 809 933 0101.
      Kind regards,

  • Melissa

    Estimados, el siguiente escrito es para darles a conocer algunas de mis preocupaciones.

    Reservé en el mes de Marzo en el Riu República, estaba emocionada, hotel nuevo, 24 horas All Inclusive, solo adultos, maravilloso! mi viaje, con mi novio, comienza el 26 de Julio y la verdad con todas las críticas que he leído, he pensado en cancelar, ya he buscado hoteles (Majestic y Barceló son mis preferidos), pero aun espero que puedan mejorar, es mi esperanza, la verdad es he estado en un Hotel 5 estrellas antes en Cancun (Grand Park Royal), en un tour conocimos a una pareja mejicana que se hospedaba en un Riu en ese momento, que tenían membresía y todo, nos dieron excelentes recomendaciones, eso nos llevó a decidirnos por la cadena en Punta Cana. No quiero que esas expectativas vividas en un 5 estrellas y de las excelentes recomendaciones, se vean apagadas por un Hotel que se hace llamar 5 estrellas, pero por lo que dicen es con suerte 3.

    Una de mis principales preocupaciones es el 24 all inclusive que indican, y los comentarios dicen que en la noche es imposible conseguir algo de comida, o que no hay snack ni siquiera durante el día, que uno mismo tiene que utilizar un microondas (que creo que no se mantiene muy limpio) para calentarse algo de comida, si es que tienes suerte de encontrar algo dentro de los refrigeradores en el Sport Bar, un hotel 5 estrellas debe tener stands con variedad de comida, pizzas recién preparadas, hoy dogs o hamburguesas calientes con variedad de ingredientes para escoger, nachos con queso que alcanza para todos! No refrigeradores vacíos que a veces tienen comida, que no demuestran mayor preocupación, sobre todo si pregona su 24 HORAS ALL INCLUSIVE. No quiero cambiar de hotel, pero esto es algo mínimo que uno puede pedir, ya que no cuentan con Room Service. Si llego tarde o salgo de la Disco de noche, quiero tener donde comer algo!! Lo otro que me preocupa es el aseo en las habitaciones, que dicen que lo hacen muy tarde, entiendo que es un Hotel gigante, pero la cantidad de personal que se contrata debe ir acorde con esto, he leído que uno vuelve de almorzar y aun no está hecho.

    Les rogaría me indicaran si piensan hacer algún cambio respecto, sino para solo cambiar de Hotel. Se que esto se los deben haber repetido mil veces y que han hecho cambios positivos desde que abrieron, pero yo solo quiero una respuesta a mi inquietud, que por lo que he leído, no ha tenido mejoras.

    • Riu Hotels

      Hola Melissa,
      Gracias por seguirnos en el blog.
      Como bien dices, desde que abrimos, hemos estado escuchando una por una las propuestas y sugerencias que nos han hecho nuestros clientes. Y como sabrás, hemos actuado mejorando algunos aspectos que preocupaban a los huéspedes. Cuando nos llegan quejas al blog, lo que hacemos es enviarlas a los departamentos correspondientes para que sean ellos quienes hagan las valoraciones pertinentes.
      Saludos,

  • leanne

    Can i ask if both hotels are adults only? as thomson state that the sensimar is adults only but only one pool and resturant are exclusive to the sensimar the rest are shared , so does that mean the rest of the hotel ( majority ) is NOT ADULTS ONLY as advertised as the republica is advertised as famly friendly?

  • reeny

    I have booked a two week stay with Thomson at the sensimar bavaro. I arrive in September. I am a little confused.. Is the Sensimar the Riu republica or are they different hotels? According to the pictures on the Thomson sight they are exactly the same as the Riu… Once we arrive will we be issued with Riu wristbands? Just a few questions I’d like cleared up before our holiday, many thanks

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Reeny,
      Thank you for choosing us.
      We would like to tell you that it is the same hotel, but there is a part of the hotel that is Sensimar. We can assure you that this is no disadvantage. TUI sells Sensimar among its customers with features and services. And RIU offers its service Adults Only All Inclusive in this newly built hotel. Each customer knows what book before arrival.
      Kind regards.

  • Binder - De Kever

    Dear Sir, Coming Saturday we will normally arrive at your hotel “Sensimar BavaRio”. I’m reading such a terrible (horrible comments) from Belgian customers who already visisted your hotel. I took contact with TUI, and they confirmed all complaints. I may cancel my holiday for free and now I want to talk to you. This is the second summer that I must cancel my holiday (2015 : Tunesie) and 2016 : for a bad service in a 5* hotel which is not clean, very basic, bad kitchen, no infinity pool bar, no drink service at the pool…a bad service. I do not want to fel sick.. This is the first time I booked a RIU hotel, but I’m really really afraid.. You really can not imagine who scared I am. It may be my last journey I can make. (due to illness).
    Now I want some confirmations from you. What can you offer me when I come saterday to your hotel.
    I expect at least al the things Jet Air writes on their web. Your answer will be so important that I will decide to cancel or to departure. Kind regards, Marissa De Kever – Stefan Binder

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Binder,
      Many thanks for choosing us.
      We want all our guests to be happy during their stay with us. At RIU we take pride in our customer service as this is one of the key values of our company and staff is constantly trained to maintain optimal standards. We work hard so that all our guests enjoy the best quality. Furthermore, we would like to remind our guests that they can eat and drink at the hotel as usual and that they must always follow the destination’s general recommendations such as avoid drinking non potable water as well as taking the appropriate precautions when eating or drinking outside the hotel.
      We hope you will choose to visit our hotel.
      Kind regards.

  • Tresha Tinsley

    I noticed the webpage mentions joining a “entertainment program” which offers kayaking, windsurfing, etc. Are these activities included or is there an extra charge!

  • Mary Brothwood

    I nearly bought a wedding with 10 guests to Riu Bambu this weekend, only to see on an American website that it will be closed during the date I wanted to get married! (W/c May 8th). Why are Thomsons, First Choice and Thomas Cook not aware of this?
    I’m seriously devastated, they had confirmed the dates and after visiting 2 years ago I really wanted my wedding there x

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Mary,
      Thank you for writing us.
      We are very sorry but the Riu Bambu will be closed from May to August due a renovation.
      Kind regards.

  • Sam

    Hi, I’ve booked the Sensimar part of the hotel arriving 9th Aug. Can you confirm are the rooms the same as the rest of the RUI complex, as I’ve seen on YouTube? Also how will I know I’m in the Sensimar section, will wristbands be different colours, as I specifically want adults only.

    • Riu Hotels

      Hello,
      The rooms are the same, but they are located in other building.
      Don’t worry, everything is indicated.
      Thank you for writing us.
      Kind regards.

  • Sogand

    This is Sogand and I am writing to make a formal complaint about my current experience here at Riu Republica. I arrived on July 28th and will be leaving on Aug 4th. The fan and AC in My room, 2008, doesn’t work. I went to reception and they passed me to the manager. I talked to him this morning and he said if you are not happy, make a complaint to your tour operator. The manager name was Ramon Castillo, he is Subdirector, but not only he didn’t fix our problem, also did he never tried to make our experience happy. This is very frustrating and unacceptable. This supposed to be a 5star resort!! Please advise.

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Sogand,
      We were surprised to read your comment. At RIU we take pride in our customer service as this is one of the key values of our company and staff is constantly trained to maintain optimal standards. We will send your comments to management in case these standards have not been appropriately fulfilled at some point.
      Many thanks for writing us.
      Kind regards.

  • Joanne murphy

    Hello
    Me and my husband are coming to you at this hotel for our honeymoon 19th August 2016 together and leaving our little babies at home. Please can you make this magical for us ?
    Please can I have the hotel address and also email address please ??
    Regards
    Joanne x

  • Tonya

    We are coming oct 2nd-9th & need to make sure there will be beach/lounge chairs available. I have severe back problems and need that accessable to us due to disability. There should be plenty of chairs for your guests!

  • Alan

    Does the hotel allow locals in at weekends, as this has spoiled our two previous trips to the Dom Rep.

    • Riu Hotels

      Dear Alan,
      In our hotel everyone is welcome and we provide the same service to all guests regardless of where they come from.
      Many thanks for writing us.
      Kind regards.

  • Jkon

    can sensimar guests use the rest of the RIu Republica freely with no exclusions?

  • Rosey

    Im planning my 50thbfor 2017 to this riu wht is the name of this hotel. I have been 2 three other rius so i know your service is excellent cant wait

  • Matt

    Is there a way to see pictures of the handicap accessible rooms? Also, is the pool(s) accessible as well?

  • Julie Jones

    CAN YOU TELL ME IF THE RIU BAMBU PUNTA CANA IS BEING REFURBISHED THIS YEAR 2017 ?

  • Francesca

    What is the contact email address for the hotel please?

  • Guillaume Roy

    Hello, me , my sisters and a other couple from Quebec will at your hotel on the last week of August!!
    It’s a weird question ? But are you present the fight between Floyd Mayweither and Connor McGregor ? I guess i will be very popular a the Sports Bar. The fight will be on the 26th August.

    Thank you for your attention and we are very exciting to visit you !!!

    • Riu Hotels

      Hi Guillaume!

      Thanks for coming to our hotel! Please, contact with the hotel and they will be happy to help you with this. We hope you enjoy your stay…and the fight 😉 😉

      Kind Regards,
      RIU Hotels & Resorts

  • Judy

    Good day, we have a group staying at Republica in Feb. 18. What are you priemium liquors at resort ? And where are the OC View rooms located ? Do you have a site map available ? Thx for any info

    • Riu Hotels

      Hi Judy!

      We are happy to know that you will come to one of our hotels. Please, contact with the hotel and they will be happy to help you with your questions.

      Kind Regards,
      RIU Hotels & Resorts

  • Denis Cote

    Hello…

    Can you send me the email adress of the Riu Republica, Punta Cana.

    We will be there this december and we have specials request.

    Thank’s.

  • jenae

    is there a link or list available of all the liquors at the riu republica hotel?

    • Riu Hotels

      Hi Jenae!

      Please, for this kind of questions contact with the hotel and our staff will be glad to help you.

      Kind Regards
      RIU Hotels & Resorts

  • Cheryl

    How do I find out if the Riu Republica is close enough to walk to the casinos in either the Riu Bambu or the Riu Palace Punta Cana? Or do my clients have to take a shuttle or taxi

  • Marcel Janssen

    Can you give me the email adress from the director off this hotel.

    Marcel

  • Cheri

    Is the Riu Palace Ounta Cana open yet? We are to arrive next Wednesday, July 18.

    • Riu Hotels

      Hi Cheri!

      The reopening of the Riu Palace Punta Cana is scheduled on Saturday 14 🙂

      Kind Regards
      RIU Hotels & Resorts

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