Reviews of Riu Palace Macao Hotel, Playa Bavaro, Dominican Republic

A shame the flight was delayed...

Overall Rating:

9/10

Board Basis:

All Inclusive

Date of Holiday:

Feb 2008

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Mrs F A Raymen

Comments:

A shame the flight was delayed and we ended up on a thomas cook plane what a killer for such a fong flight not a very nice plane after all the promises of extra leg room. We arrived at the Riu Bambu although a lovely hotel the pool bar was rather manic by the afternoons so by day four we decided to move next door to Riu Macao where we could relax and know we could see our little girl all the time, what a fabulous hotel the food georgeous, weather perfect the staff amazing wow!! can not wait to go back next year.

We went to Riu Bambu which is...

Overall Rating:

9/10

Board Basis:

All Inclusive

Date of Holiday:

Dec 2006

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Ms V Mann

Comments:

We went to Riu Bambu which is the sister hotel 2 years previous to stopping in the Riu Palace Macao. We loved it so much the first time we jumped at the chance to go back to this little bit of paradise!



The Palace was only slightly dearer than the Bambu so we decided to stay there as you can use facilities of all the hotels, plus you get your own beach bar and waiter service around the pool.



The hotel and gardens are always clean and tidy. The food is spectacular, so much choice you are spoilt every night. We even had champagne breakfast! The staff are all very friendly and polite and nothing is too much trouble. We ran out of bottled water one day and asked reception for more on our way back from breakfast. The water was just being delivered to our room as we got back...speedy service too!!



The only thing I was disappointed about was how many other hotels had appeared along the beach in the space of 2 years. The first time we visited this area, you could walk only 5 minutes to find a secluded spot, all of the secluded spots have now gone, and the beach does get busy with all of the extra people.



However if you have never visited the resort before you would not know any difference...I still love the place and would still love to go back someday.

Heaven!

The best...

Overall Rating:

10/10

Board Basis:

All Inclusive

Date of Holiday:

Aug 2005

Tour Operator:

Portland Direct

Submitted By:

Mrs L Westwood

Comments:

Heaven!



The best hotel we've ever stayed in. Myself and my now husband got married here.

For anyone thinking to do the same it is definitely the perfect location. I really can't put into words how fantastic this hotel is, you really have to see it to believe it.



The food, the staff, the rooms, the cleanliness - out of this world! Drink orders taken from the pool, drink champagne all day long, where else can you do this? Especially for the price! Like I said above, the food was always delicious and fresh, there were 21 of us and no-one ever had stomach upset.



The pool was gorgeous, even if you came out at 1pm there were still empty sun beds, with umbrellas! The beach was immaculate, with a special reserved area for palace guests! The entertainment is fantastic, after a few days all of the staff knew our names, all 21 of us. They seemed genuinely happy to help.



As much as I have praised this hotel it still doesn't describe how perfect it is. If you are unsure on a destination or a hotel there really is no need to look any further.

My husband and I went to this...

Overall Rating:

9/10

Board Basis:

All Inclusive

Date of Holiday:

Dec 2005

Tour Operator:

Portland Direct

Submitted By:

Mrs P Downey

Comments:

My husband and I went to this hotel due to our holiday to Riu Tequila being cancelled due to Hurricane Wilma. We can honestly say that we were not at all disappointed.



It deserves a 5 star rating. The staff are very friendly and cannot do enough for you to make your stay a happy and relaxing one. The food is good and the two themed nights we had in the main restaurant (Mexican and Caribbean) were very good. The pool and surroundings are lovely and spacious and peaceful.



The staff help you with your sun bed mattress and put your towels on your bed and parasol up for you. Pampering you all day long. Drinks a plenty (champers all day yummy!).The room we had was overlooking the front of the hotel on a corner of the hotel and we had a big balcony with 2 big rocking chairs and table. We had plenty of room for all our clothes etc.



The maid worked very hard and kept our room spotlessly clean and turned down our bed every night leaving either a sweet on each pillow or a flower, a lovely touch we thought. Towels were plentiful too, came round every early evening to give you more clean towels. The entertainment was okay and the lounge bar was a nice place to go to have a drink.



We loved the beach and you can walk for miles along the beach which we did every day. All in all we would go back to this hotel again.