Riu Republica 5 * is a luxurious, completely new hotel complex, which opened a few months ago, in the summer of 2016. He immediately attracted the attention of many tourists. And the hotel has already managed to pass as a place to get the real paradise pleasure. However, about everything - in order.
general information
The first thing that should be noted with attention when talking about Riu Republica 5 * is the fact that only people over 18 are entitled to stay at this hotel. You can’t come here with children, the hotel is for adults only.
And it is located in the southeastern part of the Dominican Republic, widely known as Punta Cana. Here, amazing beaches - clean, with snow-white and unique coral sand. One of the best is Arena Gorda. And what pleases you most is the hotel is located in close proximity to this beach, famous for its wide coastline. And, most importantly, Riu Republica 5 * has a private area on the Arena Gorda. So the guests of the complex can rest there at any time. Even in the afternoon, in the midst of the holiday season, it’s spacious here.
But this is not all the pluses of the location of the complex. Punta Cana Airport is a 25-30 minute drive from here. And about the same amount you need to spend on the road if you want to visit the city of Higuey - a major tourist center of the Dominican Republic.
Service
Guests of Riu Republica 5 * are greeted with a bottle of Dominican alcoholic drink called kava. Guests can immediately ask the concierge for help, if necessary. The reception here works around the clock, room cleaning is done daily (as well as towel replacement), and new linen is delivered on demand. There is also a luggage storage room, a hairdresser and a beauty salon. There is also a boutique. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel for free (in apartments, too). There is an internet cafe, but this is at an additional cost.
Leisure
On the territory of Riu Republica 5 * (Dominican Republic) there are three large and deep pools. One of them, which is smaller, has a bar. Sun loungers, individual towels, umbrellas - this can be found on the sun terrace next to the pools.
In the Dominican Republic, and especially in Punta Cana, water sports are widespread. Therefore, having come here, you should definitely go kayaking or go diving. At a minimum, take a snorkeling mask with you . The sea world is amazing here. By the way, Arena Gorda is one of the best surfing beaches. There are often excellent waves here, it is also worth keeping in mind. But all this is outside the hotel.
But on the territory of the complex you can play volleyball, take part in daytime activities organized by the animation team, attend evening shows or go to the 18-hole golf course.
For beauty and health
Also on the territory of the hotel there is a gym and SPA-center with a health center. Here you can devote time to various popular procedures - steam bath, jacuzzi, massage, manicure, pedicure. But this is just a small list of what is offered here.
Here you should definitely pay time to the Welness program, carefully developed by local highly qualified specialists. There are therapeutic, wellness and anti-aging treatments. Guests are offered relaxing and therapeutic massage, using aromatic warm oils, reflexology, lymphatic drainage. Ayurvedic treatments such as shirodara are also popular. This is a unique wellness treatment that combines the technique of Indian massage and the effect of falling oil drops on the human body.
Stone therapy, deep tissue massage, shiatsu, body wraps (both regular and hot), mud treatment, depilation - all this can be tried by visiting the SPA salon, which the Riu Republica 5 * hotel has. And a full list of services can be found on the spot.
About nutrition
And now - a few words about what local institutions offer guests. Riu Republica 5 * (Dominican Republic) is also good because here guests are served on an all-inclusive system. Moreover, it is valid for 24 hours a day. The main restaurant is called La Altagracia. For breakfast, a variety of dishes are served at the buffet, and there is also demonstrative cooking. For lunch - cold and hot dishes + culinary show. There is pizza, spaghetti, pasta, a huge selection of desserts, exotic fruits, meat in various variations and seafood. Dinners are also varied, and the next day they organize themed evenings with unusual delights.
The hotel also has a steakhouse called Quisqueya, an Asian restaurant, Kaori, and an Italian restaurant, Tagliatella. If you want to visit any of the above, then you need to book a table in advance. By the way, romantic dinners are also arranged here.
And everywhere else there is an evening dress code. Men need to wear shirts with pants, and women need dresses.
Accommodation options
So, now a few words about what numbers the Riu Republica 5 * has. Hotel reviews receive extremely positive. Which is not at all surprising. After all, everything is absolutely new inside, the furniture is comfortable and modern, and the plumbing sparkles with cleanliness.
Take, for example, a 2-seater standard. Stylish, beautifully decorated room with two double beds, a sofa and a bathroom with a shower and a double washbasin. Bathrobes, towels and a hairdryer are provided. There is also a centralized climate control system (air conditioning + heating), ceiling fan, telephone, minibar (free and regularly replenished), coffee maker, widescreen TV, ironing facilities and a safe. Also, the standards have access to a private balcony.
In addition to 2-bed rooms, there are also apartments for three people, and the so-called family rooms. In the latter, in addition to all of the above, there are additional places for sleeping. In general, there are five of them in family rooms. All space is divided into two rooms and a living area. The first bedroom has a huge bed for 2 people. In the other - two standard ones. And in the living room there is a sofa bed. And by the way, there are two bathrooms in this apartment.
Price policy
Riu Republica 5 * gets excellent reviews, and largely thanks to its prices. By Dominican standards, all-inclusive accommodation is quite inexpensive. So, for example, in the autumn season a week for two people will cost 1,700 euros. But this is if you want a room overlooking the garden. There are options from the balconies of which you can observe the sea surface. They will cost 300 euros more.
For three people, a standard garden view will cost you 2,200 y. e. However, it is also worth knowing that prices here vary depending on the season. And early booking in the Dominican Republic is always more expensive than standard. In general, it is better to monitor the dynamics of prices and select the most suitable moment for a profitable booking.
Comments of tourists
Finally, a few words about what travelers who have already been here tell about their vacation in Riu Republica 5 * (Dominican Republic). The reviews are positive and this is the best confirmation of all the attractive descriptions of the hotel.
Settled here quickly, staff - polite and friendly. And if you tell them a few words in Spanish, then they will become best friends at all. Animators are positive and funny, arrange interesting shows and performances, but everything is very unobtrusive, which also pleases. In the restaurant - every day different seafood, both for lunch and dinner. And freshly squeezed juices. And along the pool are waiters offering free drinks to guests.
And the beach is a separate issue. Clean, with white soft sand. Here, the state of the coast is carefully monitored by hotel employees. Sunbathing is a real pleasure, you can even not lying on sun loungers, but immediately in the sand. And the water is clean. In general - a real paradise. If you want to spend an unforgettable vacation in the Dominican Republic, then you should go here.