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4
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Dominican Republic
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Puerto Plata
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All Meals and Snacks
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Unlimited Domestic Beverages
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Stocked In-Room Mini-Bar
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In-Room Liquor Bottle Dispenser
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Non-Motorized Water Sports
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Introductory Scuba Lesson
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Gym/Fitness Center
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Supervised Children's Program(s)
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Tennis Court(s)
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Daily Organized Activities
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Nightly Entertainment
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Hotel Taxes and Gratuities
About
Riu Merengue
Exquisitely set on the beach of Maimon Bay, the Riu Merengue Hotel, located just 15 miles from the Puerto Plata International Airport, features breathtaking panoramic views of the mountains and gardens that envelop this spectacular 24-hour all-inclusive resort. For more entertainment options than those provided within the resort, stroll down Caribbean Street, which offers a gym and games room, as well as several shops selling jewelry, gifts and souvenirs. Then visit the fabulous Renova Spa, where you can indulge in pampering spa treatments. When the sun goes down, the night sizzles with exciting live entertainment and musical performances for the whole family.
Viva Dominicana Activities
Riu Merengue will be offering several Viva Dominicana inclusions that will enhance customer's vacation experience. Activities taking place during the week include:
- Coconut party, including cocktails such as Coco Loco served in the husk, on the beach
- Dominican Fair
- Zona Criolla & Arte Dominican confections and Frio Frio tasting
- Dominican Night traditional Dominican fare along with Sancocho and Mamajuna tasting
- JoyerÃÃ lariamber Jewelry making exhibition
- Obsession Cigar Shop: Live cigar rolling
- Merengue and Bachata lessons at 11am on the beach, and at 4pm poolside
- Diving lessons in the pool
- Beach volleyball
Wi-Fi
Riu Merengue offers unlimited Wi-Fi in the reception area.
PLEASE NOTE:
Effective May 1, 2018, guests will not have the option to access facilities at Riu Bachata.
Rooms
Two double beds, full bath with tub and shower, mini-bar restocked daily, liquor dispenser, flat screen TV, terrace or balcony with partial ocean view.
Maximum Occupancy: 3 Adults and 1 Child or 2 Adults and 2 Children
Partial Ocean View Room All Inclusive
- Max Guests:
Two double beds, full bath with tub and shower, mini-bar restocked daily, liquor dispenser, flat screen TV, terrace or balcony with partial ocean view.
Maximum Occupancy: 3 Adults and 1 Child or 2 Adults and 2 Children
Standard Room All Inclusive
- Max Guests:
Two double beds, full bath with tub and shower, mini-bar restocked daily, liquor dispenser, flat screen TV, terrace or balcony, view varies.
Maximum Occupancy: 3 Adults and 1 Child or 2 Adults and 1 Children
Suite All Inclusive
- Max Guests:
Two double beds, full bath with tub, shower, bidet, mini-bar restocked daily, flat screen TV, liquor dispenser, separate living room area with sofa and additional TV, terrace or balcony, view varies.
Maximum Occupancy: 3 Adults and 1 Child or 2 Adults and 2 Children
Services
The beachfront Riu Merengue is surrounded by an impressive view of the mountains and a lush and natural environment. In addition to the 998 well-appointed guestrooms distributed among 68 buildings, guests have access to three fresh water swimming pools, a solarium terrace, children's pool, a gym and the wellness center, “Renova Spaâ€. Guests of all ages will find endless recreation and entertainment options including tennis, golf, volleyball, a variety of water sports and much more.
PLEASE NOTE:
Effective May 1, guests will not have the option to access facilities at Riu Bachata.
Private Beach
Topless Sunbathing Permitted • Palapas/Sun Shelters Available • Restrooms on Beach • Lounge Chairs • Towels
A Kids Haven
Kids will have a blast with handicrafts, activities and their own pool area together with other children at the hotel's exciting RiuLand.The Kids Clubs at RiuLand are designed for children 4 to 7 and 8 to 12 (open daily from 10:00am - 5:00pm). The kids will also love the playground and the mini-disco. Babysitting services are available for additional charge.
Please Note:
Free Wi-Fi is available in designated public areas of the resort. Wi-Fi is available in rooms for a charge.
'Caribbean Street'
At Riu's bustling Caribbean Street, shared with other resorts within the Riu complex, guests have access to a world of shops and entertainment options:
- "Renova Spa": body and beauty treatments, massages and sauna
- Gym, hairdresser, jewelery shop, pharmacy, photo studio and lab, games room (billiards), a mini-market, an internet cafe and an assortment of shops selling clothing, gifts and souvenirs.
Use of the gym and sauna is restricted to guests over 18 years old.
Bars & Restaurants
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6 Restaurants
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4 Bars/Lounges
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Disco
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Nightclub
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Nightly Entertainment
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Theater
The Riu Merengue Resort features a wide variety of on-site dining options include buffet-style, convenient snack bars at pools and beach and a la carte specialty restaurants - something for everyone! Guests will enjoy delicious international, Mediterranean, and Dominican cuisine prepared by talented chefs. Breakfasts are buffet style with a wide variety of choices. Outdoor bars and lounges offer refreshing beverages and cocktails, snacks, and light fare throughout the day and night. Snacks are available 24/7!! Live nightly entertainment and special theme dinners and parties are presented weekly for guest's enjoyment.
RESTAURANTS
• 2 Buffet-Style • 2 À la Carte • 2 Snack Bars
La Roca
Buffets and on the spot cooking stations with international cuisine; theme buffets (twice a week)
(non-smoking section available)
Italian Restaurant
À la carte service with buffet starters
Grill & Steak House
À la carte service
Macumba & Mangú poolside snack bar restaurants/bars
Los Almendros
Buffets and on the spot cooking stations with international cuisine; special evenings and theme buffets (twice a week)
(non-smoking section available)
BARS
La Plaza - Pavilion
La Rumba - Lounge bar
La Tambora - Beach bar
Perez Prado - Lounge bar
Things to Do
Riu Merengue offers a wide assortment of activities and entertainment for children and adults including three lighted tennis courts, aqua aerobics, water polo, volleyball, bocce ball, shuffleboard, ping pong, darts and a variety of organized activities throughout the day. Four pools provide hours of day time options for the whole family, and non-motorized water sports including kayaks, hobie cat sailboats, boogie boards and snorkeling gear are included for all guests. Workout at the gym, then visit the Renova Spa for a day of pampering.
PLEASE NOTE:
Effective May 1, guests will not have the option to access facilities at Riu Bachata.
Optional Activities
Other activities can be arranged including water skiing, fishing, banana boating, horseback riding, and nearby golf.
Additional fees apply
Entertainment for ALL
- Daytime entertainment program for children ages 4 to 7 and ages 8 to 12 at RiuLand (daily)
- Daytime entertainment program for adults (daily)
- Riu evening programs, live music or shows (daily)
- Complimentary entrance to "Pacha" night club (open 6 nights a week; 18 and over)
"Viva Dominicana" Activities
Riu Merengue will be offering several “Viva Dominicana†inclusions that will enhance customer’s vacation experience. Activities taking place during the week include:
- Coconut party, including cocktails such as "Coco Loco" served in the husk, on the beach.
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Dominican Fair.
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Zona Criolla & Arte Dominican confections and Frio Frio tasting.
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"Dominican Night†traditional Dominican fare along with Sancocho and Mamajuna tasting.
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JoyerÃa Lariamber Jewelry making exhibition.
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Obsession Cigar Shop: Live cigar rolling.
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Merengue and Bachata lessons at 11 a.m. on the beach, and at 4 p.m. poolside.
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Diving lessons in the pool.
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Beach volleyball.
Wedding
Nothing is more romantic than a beachfront wedding. Sparkling seas and dazzling sunsets create fairy tale settings. Add to this the luxury and convenience of a Riu all-inclusive resort and you have a match made in heaven. An on-site wedding coordinator will assist in making all the plans and will coordinate all the details, relieving the happy couple of the stress associated with traditional weddings. Spend valuable time with your loved ones exploring the north coast of the Dominican Republic, pamper yourself in the spa and relax in the glorious Caribbean sunshine instead. This is your special time - let Riu Resorts help make it the most memorable day of your life!
Choose from the following wedding packages: The Caprice - Riu's most extravagant, elegant and complete option; The Royal - The perfect fusion of extravagance and simplicity; The Classic - Simple, intimate and romantic.
Get married at any of the Riu Resorts and you will be able to choose the type of ceremony you want to have: either a civil wedding, religious wedding or a vow renewal. The wedding coordinator will make the necessary arrangements according to your request.
Classic Wedding Package
Civil/Legal Wedding and Renewal of Vows/Symbolic ceremony available
The Classic wedding package provides you the opportunity to create a simple yet elegant wedding in paradise. Complete with a RIU wedding coordinator to thoughtfully plan your special day and all the elements necessary for an unforgettable ceremony. The Classic package is an ideal way to start your lives together in a very romantic and intimate way.
- on-site wedding coordinator to help plan the special day
- Classic decoration set up for the ceremony location for the couple and 10 wedding guests or less
- Bouquet of flowers for the bride and a matching boutonniere for the groom
- CD or recorded music during the ceremony
- Reception dinner for the couple and 10 wedding guests or less at one of the specialty restaurants
- Wedding cake for the couple and 10 wedding guests or less
- Sparkling wine for the couple and 10 wedding guests or less (during the Main Toast only)
- Surprise spa gift
- Ten percent discount on all spa services for the bride and the groom (restrictions apply)
- Breakfast in bed the morning after the wedding
- Minister/Judge service & wedding certificate are included
- Witnesses if required
The Classic Wedding Package is available for up to 10 wedding guests plus the bride and the groom.
Royal Wedding Package
Civil/Legal Wedding and Renewal of Vows/Symbolic ceremony available
The perfect balance between simplicity and extravagance, the Royal Wedding Package provides all the offerings of the Classic Package and a variety of other impressive amenities. From a complimentary room upgrade to a wedding cake and sparkling wine, the Royal Package is intended to make your special day perfect in every way.
- on-site wedding coordinator to help plan the special day
- Royal decoration set up for the ceremony location for the couple and 50 wedding guests or less
- Bouquet of flowers for the bride and a matching boutonniere for the groom
- CD or recorded music during the ceremony
- Twelve color photographs
- Reception dinner for the couple and 50 wedding guests or less at one of the specialty restaurants
- Wedding cake for the couple and 50 wedding guests or less
- Sparkling wine for the couple and 50 wedding guests or less (during the Main Toast only)
- Natural body exfoliation for the bride and groom
- Ten percent discount on all spa services for the bride and the groom (restrictions apply)
- Complimentary room upgrade for the couple subject to availability upon arrival (External Jacuzzi Suites are not included)
- Late check out for the couple subject to availability upon arrival
- Breakfast in bed the morning after the wedding
- Surprise gift and fruit basket
- Minister/Judge service & wedding certificate are included
- Witnesses if required
Caprice Wedding Package
Civil/Legal Wedding and Renewal of Vows/Symbolic ceremony available
The RIU Caprice Wedding Package is Riu’s most extravagant, elegant and complete option. Created for those who desire an unforgettable and once-in-a-lifetime event. The Caprice package provides an endless number of extraordinary details and amenities to ensure that your dream of a fairy-tale wedding truly does come true.
- on-site wedding coordinator to help plan the special day
- Caprice decoration set up for the ceremony location for the wedding group
- Bouquet of flowers for the bride and a matching boutonniere for the groom
- Two rose petals bags
- CD or recorded music during the ceremony
- Twenty four color photographs
- Reception dinner for the wedding group at one of the specialty restaurants
- Wedding cake for the couple and all the guests
- Sparkling wine for the couple and all the guests (during the Main Toast only)
- Natural or Chocolate body exfoliation for the bride and groom
- Aromatherapy massage for the bride and groom
- Deep-tissue or Lomi Lomi massage for the groom
- Manicure, pedicure and hairstyle for the bride
- Ten percent discount on all spa services for the bride and the groom (restrictions apply)
- Complimentary room upgrade for the couple subject to availability upon arrival (External Jacuzzi Suites are not included)
- Late check out for the couple subject to availability upon arrival
- Breakfast in bed the morning after the wedding
- Surprise gift and fruit basket
- Minister/Judge service & wedding certificate are included
- Witnesses if required
Important Information
- Additional services including additional decorations, floral arrangements, food and beverages and live music can be added; prices vary.
- Room upgrades are to the next level above your booked room, however upgrades are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
- In order to have a wedding at Riu Hotels & Resorts, the couple and at least 80 percent of the total number of wedding guests must stay at the hotel where the wedding will be performed, otherwise it will be canceled. This is a strict RIU policy.
- Inclusions are subject to change without notice.
Honeymoon Inclusions - Surprise welcome gift in room
- Small bottle of rum
- King bed (subject to availability at time of check-in)
- Late check-out (subject to availability at time of departure)
- Complimentary upgrade to next available room category (subject to availability and upon request)
- $35 USD SPA Credit in a selected couples massage for two (50 min), per couple per stay. Does not apply with other promotions and discounts.