Riu Playacar: Great Vacation!

The RIU Playacar was a great place to stay! From the reception where we were able to get our room at noon instead of at 3pm through to the easy checkout, we had a great stay! The room was immaculate, loved the towel art every day. The food was abundant, flavourful, different choices at the buffet. The a la cartes (we tried the Americana and Mexican) has great choices. The amount of food at the a la cartes was way too much. The steak took up 3/4's of my plate! The pools and grounds were ke [... read more]pt clean every day. The public washrooms were fantastic. The entertainment crew was great. Some of the shows were a little cheesy but expected. My husband said he would return to this resort after the 3rd day there. That's a big compliment from him. The only thing I was disappointed in was the Sunwing Rep who was no where to be found after our first day there. We booked our return transportation. When we went back to book an excursion, he couldn't be found on day 2, 4, 5 or 6. We booked with a local agency and had a great outing.

Riu Palace Las Americas: Triple AAA Resort

Jr Suite - Fabulous Room Cleanliness - Spotless Restaurants - Great selection Must have lamb chops at the Italian restaurant Great lobster tail at Black & White restaurant Pools - clean and well kept Plenty of lounge chairs in sun and in shade Bar and drink service - endless Beach - clean and fantastic Entertainment - ok Weather - Fabulous Overall Experience - Incredible

Riu Republica: Best Resort

Been to this resort twice in 2018 May and October we love this Resort because it’s super clean food is amazing rooms are very spacious and the beach is wide long and clean not too mention the many cabanas and lounge chairs at the beach to go around . This resort is well staffed and most of them speak English. They are super friendly and we really enjoyed the night entertainment shows. Must mention no mosquitoes at either time we were there. Unlike Cuba. Now planning my 3 rd trip back for sprin [... read more]g of 2019

Riu Flamingos: Nice resort

We found this hotel had beautifully kept grounds. The food quality was good but not outstanding. Our room was clean however the maids never changed the glasses in our rooms and we did not see anyone with a cart to change the glasses. We marked the underside of our glasses on Day 2 and those glasses were never exchanged. All of our party got a cold/flu which we believe was due to the not changing of the glass wear. As well, the pool water needed to be cleaned up as there was clearly a lot of [... read more] biologicals in the water from urine and drinks being spilled. Our bathing suits smelled like urinals after getting out of the pool. It is a decent enough place to stay but be aware of the lack of hygiene in the glasses you are served as well as the pool water quality. The entertainment staff and wait staff are all OUTSTANDING!!!

Riu Santa Fe: Decent resort

Although the resort is pleasant, clean and plenty of pools to cool off, is a bit boring in the afternoon when everyone is looking for some sort of entertainment. Beside amassing pool parties happening every second day in not much else to do. People over 30,s are mostly intimidated to attend though due to the fact that those parties are design for young people with contemporary music and amassing light shows. Food is acceptable, lacking variety and a la cart restaurants are a combinations of sel [... read more]f serve and served main course. Very impressed with room update, although having a room bar doesn't mean much. Replenishing the liquids that matter is not always happen. It didn't happen to me. Overall is a decent resort but I will not consider it in the future.

Riu Palace Las Americas: Very good resort

We spent one week in October at this resort. When you go Riu you know that service and cleanness is always a given. This resort lives up to it's name Palace and I'd like to salute the management and the workers who makes this all possible! I was amazed by the little details that they add to everyday things. At the buffet you could find those little plates with food in them each made by hand. And the chocolate!!! The best chocolate ever at any resorts. I could go on and on praising everything. Bo [... read more]ttom line is they deserve the five star that I had given in my review.

Riu Republica: Couple's Getaway

We stayed at the Riu Republica, Punta Cana, from Oct 11-21st. Resort was nice, grounds were immaculate. Our room was great, we stayed in room 2080. Food was good, never went hungry. The Italian was the best restaurant there. Buffet had plenty of selection. Staff wasn't overly friendly, but we made the best of it. Maid service lacked even with $2 USD tips daily. Also left $2 for the guy to do our coffee and drinks, that service wasn't over the top either. Overall we enjoyed our vacation, but wil [... read more]l not return to this resort.

Riu Palace Pacifico: Excellent Resort!!

This was a last minute decision to go to Puerto Vallarta due to the weather forcast the in the Mayan Riviera. It proved to be an excellent decision. This resort was awesome. Great food, service, rooms, views, pool and activites, beach, all great. Although it is the rainy season there too, we had 6 days of pure hot sun. Water is not clear and blue like the East Coast, but very warm, I mean really warm. Larger waves, but managable to get in and out of the water. We would definitely recommen [... read more]d this resort!!

Riu Palace Pacifico: Amazing

Overall I'd rate this place a 5. Super clean . Very friendly. Food awesome. Pools always clean. Rooms very clean. I'd go back. Not to kid friendly more for adult. Oh and they don't use straws there for the environment so if you like straws bring some we will for next time. Night time entertain was great.

Riu Montego Bay: Riu paradise away from home

Grounds were wonderfully kept by hard working staff. Super friendly.. and clean.. food was great.. lots of variety. Spent most of our time with chop chop at the Jamaican jerk shack. Rum is great. Beds are horrible... But rest of stay made up for it..

Riu Palace Antillas: Not an amazing resort

Hotel was not what we expected and what was advertised on the site. Very old and things are broken in the room. Balcony door not easy to open or not working, bathroom horrible, beds are not comfortable. Service was ok. Not being able to reserve for the A La Carte restaurants was a nightmare. One night at the Italian restaurant the wait was 2 hrs and then no waiter came to the table until 15 mins later. The restaurant was closing so we got the remnants. Horrible! Horrible! The Hotel manag [... read more]er tried to make up for it but this is still not acceptable. Did not get what we paid for. I would give this hotel a 1 - 2 rating. Would not recommend this hotel to anyone.

Riu Guanacaste: Amazing resort

From booking with trip central .i will never book with anyone else.. the service is great...The hotel Riu in Guanacaste was amazing,food ,service from Sunwing ...(sh)Charlie was fantastic explained everything as we landed ..I also booked our excursion with Sunwing at the resort... (mega combo Buena vista) did 7 ziplines .. Water slide Horse back riding Mud bath amazing smooth skin Volcanic heating hot tub while enjoying a buena vista pineapple moito... Walter was our tour guide .. he [... read more] was absolutely amazing .. I learned sooo much about Costa Rica.. coffee beans , sugar cane .. and also the cowboys... Such a safe place ... to travel too... Rooms were always clean and restocked.. amazing people... My husband and children will be returning again.

Riu Santa Fe: Impressive Resort

Pools were exceptional, a very clean and well manicured resort. Most of the staff were friendly and accommodating, and worked very hard. Rooms and balconies were clean, well stocked each day and a very good size. Very fun atmosphere! I loved have internet available in my room! The only things that I would like to see improved upon are real juices replace the syrup and concentrates that are used, more premium drinks and beer, including Sambuca and Fireball to the list of spirits served.

Riu Guanacaste: Amazing resort

Hotel was beautiful! Very clean and staff were very friendly. I would definitely recommend this resort. Was very happy that I didnt have to wait for a room when we first arrived. Staff was very prepared for large group arrivals. The scenery was absolutely amazing. Dont worry about going during rainy season there are still many things to do besides it's more lush and beautiful during this time. We were very happy with our stay.

Riu Vallarta: Great resort

We just returned from our second visit to Riu Vallarta. As the first time this trip was very good . The weather was great, service very good, rooms clean,food was even better than our first time there. We ate at the buffet most meals and always found the food very tasty. Grounds are kept up nicely always staff cleaning . Entertainment was a lot of fun during the day and the shows at night pretty good. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a fun and family friendly resort [... read more]. Thank you Riu for another great holiday.

Riu Reggae: Wonderful Experience

We had an amazing time. The food was fantastic the entertainment staff was incredible. Everyone so friendly and helpful. We would definitely be back. Loved everything. Our flight was good as well. Was all good

Riu Guanacaste: Amazing resort!

The hotel was great the food the people was great would definitely recommend and return my family had a wonderful time did alot of activities beach was great everyday they had a different cocktail which was delicious!

Riu Palace Costa Rica: Outstanding resort and service

The hotel is outstanding very clean and the food was amazing. The service was great and very friendly. You feel very relaxed at this hotel the atmosphere is very elegant and well kept. We did some amazing excursions horseback riding , zip lining and mud bath and hot springs. Another day we went to the animal sanctuary right beside the hotel snd ATV in the afternoon again so much fun. While we were there we did the river cruise we saw howler monkeys, crocodile,iguana, bats and many different  [... read more]kinds of birds. I highly recommend this trip.

Riu Negril: Not the best but great

Food was good but not happy with it,too much fry food.drinks amazing, wine and beer .Staff great in dining room.Housekeeping great.Ground keeping well kept also beach and bar kept clean,also security very great,overall I would give Riu Negril a A.

Riu Palace Peninsula: Beautiful Resort

The rooms are clean and modern. The food was excellent at the buffets and all 6 restaurants within the lobby area. I enjoyed the fact they offered the premium liquor and beer as opposed to the local brand ( it was available) The beach and waterfront for me was okay I would definitely go back to the Riu