Riu Republica: What a fantastic resort- first class and worth all 5 stars from start to finish

Don't spend another minute choosing another resort- Riu Replubica is simply the best 5 star resort in the south for your money..it was very helpful we could avoid Toronto airport (went out of Hamilton) but we never expected the place to be so immaculately clean and well served with happy eager people! Our food expectations were "all inclusive" but we really did enjoy all the variety and the a la carte options were nice - but the buffet for all 3 meals could not be beat! Our room was very comfy a [... read more]nd clean and the grounds were outstanding! This is a huge place and it was packed but we always found a chair on the beach or by the pool or for one of the entertaining evening shows. I wouldn't bother with the excursions next time as the place had loads of variety and opportunity for fun all day and night!...We will be back Jody and Laura

Riu Playa Blanca: Amazing Resort

The Hotel is well maintained very clean, especially the washrooms (rooms, lobby and at the beach) All surrounding seems to be spic and span, there's always employees around ensure everything is in order. Food is excellent especially the Bar and grill at the beach...awesome food.Employees are very friendly and very accommodating. Our request to be moved to other room as we have small kids, they ensure that we are happy with the switch. Even though they allow locals in the resort, they are all ver [... read more]y nice people and friendly. Just one thing that we didn't really enjoy was the beach, the water was dark and the sand was black and I fully understand due to the rain forest pushing it in the sea. The Sunwing representatives are also very accommodating and answers all questions we had.

Riu Emerald Bay: ok

rooms nice service staff very good pools dirty food average activities outdated needs lots of updating more current food choices better activities closer to gold zone activities more access to shopping

Riu Palace Pacifico: Wonderful relaxing holiday

2nd visit to a riu palace. Love the new system with no reservations at specialty restaurants. This works great and most times we walked right in, with only twice waiting for 15-20 min - so much better than having to reserve ahead of time. Excellent drink service around the pool during the day. Servers asked us frequently to take our order, got it right and delivered it quickly. Food, as always, very good to excellent. Rooms and bed comfortable. Hair dryers could be updated.  [... read more] Main concern is noise level, both during the day especially during bingo which is right around nap time and at night when showtime is on. Could not at all understand what mc’s were saying - seemed to be shouting, speaking too closely to mic, or sound system is the problem - bothersome after a few days and really nowhere to go to get away from it.

Riu Santa Fe: Just Amazing !!!

We have been to a lot of resorts but this one my wife felt completely safe to be by herself. The food and staff were great. Every where you looked they were cleaning, out door fans, floors etc.We would highly recommend this resort to friends and family. they had something for everyone children to adults. The sun wing staff were also super nice and helpful.

Riu Palace Antillas: Great Resort

It was clean. Staff was great & helpful. Entertainment was great. Pool side entertainment was great. Room was sufficient. Food was good, being a picky eater myself, I enjoyed all the I tried. Beach was amazing & always clean. Only complaint would be that they watered down the drinks a bit.

Riu Palace Jamaica: 1st class

An amazing exclusive resort with updated rooms. The food was a fantastic delicious variety. The grounds were immaculate with perfectly manicured beaches. We have been to Jamacia 12 times and would recommend RIU PALACE anytime. The staff are 5 star people. They not only look after you but get to know you. 💘

Riu Flamingos: A comfortable place

Our third time at the Riu Jalisco, and things feel comfortable. Staff were friendly and took time to talk and engage. Food was very acceptable and the speciality restaurants had a good menu.We especially enjoyed the Italian venue. The resort was near capacity so the main buffet dining area was quite noisy at peak times. Breakfast had a wide selection and good omelettes. Rooms were clean and a very comfortable bed (king). Given a choice, in the fall select a room which faces the sun during t [... read more]he day. The grounds were well maintained and the Christmas decorations added to the light show at night. The shows were entertaining if a little on the amateur side BUT the bands were very good and played the right music for a variety of dances. The beach area was clean and long walks in both directions along the beach were easy at low tide. Found the beach vendors were not pushy and prices reasonable with a little haggling. A lot of Canadians on site. The resort is showing its age a little but overall it is a great location, not fancy but with a great beach and lots of friendly staff who are able to converse in English. We preferred the resort because of its medium size.

Riu Republica: Amazing Resort, everything we expected and more.....

Riu Republica is a very modern and clean resort, and very spacious offering many bars and sitting areas. Rooms are spacious offering all the comforts of home. Mini fridge was stocked every other day, always had fresh water and clean towels. Al la carts are first come first serve, no reservations or limits. We went to the Steak house twice and the Asian Restaurant 3 times as well as the buffet and there was a huge variety of food offered with great presentation. No complaints with the food, somet [... read more]hing for everyone....Have to say this resort had the best beach around, they took the time and cleaned it every morning. Lots of chairs available either at the pools or beaches. Incredibly with the size of the resort it never felt over crowed. The staff works so hard and aim to please. This resort really nailed it for entertainment for all ages,lots of activities going on steady all day and all night. Foam parties, Beach Parties, Disco, Water Slides, many games....I will totally go back and recommend this Resort.

Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas: An Excellent resort

This has been our fourth visit, which reflects how much we enjoy it. Extremely well managed property with friendly staff and spotlessly clean and tidy. Excellent food with good variety and selection for all meals and in-between.

Riu Negril: Great Resort

Very clean grounds & Friendly staff which made you feel welcome. Great nightly entertainment, Variety of foods were always available. with many choices. Unfortunately the beach was not that inviting. Been to better beaches In Jamaica.

Riu Palace Costa Rica: Great Resort!!

This resort has something for everyone. The staff were great, food was exceptional and the grounds were very well kept. The staff went above and beyond from the minute we arrived. Very easy check in experience. All the pools were very well kept. This resort serves premium alcohol and beer.

Riu Republica: Excellent Resort!

This is an excellent resort. This resort is very clean and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The rooms are clean and a good size with a balcony. The mini bar is restocked every second day and the reception desk freely gives out bottled water for your room if you run out. The buffets and restaurants had great food. Love the idea of no reservations! There are plenty of pools to suit every type of vacation from quiet to party pools. There was always plenty of shade and lounge chairs at a [... read more]ll the pools and the beach at any time of the day. The beach was amazing but the waves were too big and rough for my liking. Our beach did not have a seaweed problem like some of the other resorts. All the staff were great, but some go above and beyond like Alison and Roberto our waiters in the Buffet and Chocolate of the Animation Team. I would recommend this resort.

Riu Playa Blanca: Riu Playa Blanca

The building and grounds are well taken care of. The quality of Restaurant Balboa food could be improved. What we missed was a place to cool down other than our room, i.e. no other place was airconditioned other than our room.

Riu Playa Blanca: Nice place

The hotel has alot of amenities it is very clean. the rooms are very clean and spacious with a full size shower and bath tub . the windows in the rooms need to cleaned not just rubbed down they're dirty same as the shower doors 😪 the pool areas are nice with lots of sitting. the beach was not very good it had horse poop all over the place and the beach it self was not nice

Riu Playa Blanca: Very nice

The grounds were very clean and tidy the workers did a great job The beach was not very nice it had horse poop all over it and it was just like a gravel not what we expected. The pool areas were clean and also clean and well maintained as we seen the workers do there duties. The life guards where on there toes as the pool area was busy.an older lady who cleaned the washrooms was fantastic older lady couldn't speak English all in all it was good thank you.

Riu Playa Blanca: Riu playa Blanca

The resort is good. Nice food n drinks are amazing. Staffs n crew on restaurant n bar incredible friendly n assist you whenever u needed. We actually make good friends to some of the staff. Although only thing is they are hardly speak English. Which is lacking. Thre beach is not great as it black sand n to some extent there's mosquitoes . My friend n I have bitten all proud our legs n foot. We are also not sure if it's coming from the bed. As we get itchy all around our body. Maybe bed bugs. Nit [... read more]e life is fun n enjoyable. N the 24 hours sports bar

Riu Republica: Amazing time

The resort was great overall. The food was great. Steakhouse was my favorite. Lunch and supper buffets were also really good. Beach and water were very nice. All the staff were very accommodating and friendly Would definitely recommend this resort and hopefully I'll be back someday.

Riu Reggae: Amazing resort!

Above and beyond our expectations. Grounds were kept impeccable each day all staff was so friendly from bar staff to the cleaners to the grounds maintenance. Entertainment staff was friendly and each morning they went around the entire resort to say good morning to everyone. It was a nice touch! Buffet was awesome for every meal. Would definitely recommend this resort.

Riu Ocho Rios: Fabulous Resort

My family and I went to this resort for the first time. At the front desk we were greeted by Leighton he was super helpful and had an amazing personality. The beach was amazing, and our room was perfect for my disabled sister and so was my parent's room. Everyone at the resort was pleasant. The food was amazing and tasty. As for the jerk chicken on the beach it was delicious. As for entertainment it was top notch. Crazy Jerry was fabulous as well as all the other entertainers at the Riu.  [... read more] We had a really good vacation and it is a really clean resort.