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Riu Merengue Hotel Puerto Plata
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Riu Merengue Hotel Puerto Plata [edit info]
Bahia De Maimon
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Amenities:Room Service, High-speed Internet, Fitness Room, Restaurant, Parking, Swimming pool, Pets Allowed, Handicap Accessible, Massage / Beauty Centre, Bar / Lounge, Gymnasium, 24 Hour Reception, Babysitting / Child Services, Air Conditioned, Non-Smoking Rooms, Tennis Courts, Free Breakfast, Housekeeping, Currency Exchange, Safe-Deposit Box, Sauna, Security Guard, Mini Bar, Refrigerator, Cable / Satellite TV, Bath / Hot Tub, Wake-up Service, Hair Dryer, Complimentary Toiletries, TV, Laundry service
Description:The Riu Merengue is a deluxe all-inclusive resort situated beachfront in Maimon Bay, surrounded by 18,000 square feet of tropical gardens, approximately six miles from Puerto Plata and 16 miles from Puerto Plata International Airport. Hotel amenities include kiosk and boutique, Internet room, mini-club, complimentary lounge chairs, towel service, and umbrellas, continental breakfast and full American breakfast buffet, and facilities at the Caribbean Street location, including the Renova Spa with massage services and sauna, gym, hairdresser, pharmacy, jeweler, photo studio, game room, and shopping arcade. Onsite drinks and dining are available at the La Roca Restaurant, La Rumba lounge bar, La Plaza Bar, Macumba poolside snack bar, and the Pacha Disco. The all-inclusive rates include all meals and snacks, unlimited domestic beverages, mini-bar and liquor dispenser re-stocking, land activities, daily entertainment programs for adults and children, an introductory scuba lesson in the pool, three lighted tennis courts, non-motorized water sports, evening entertainment, and free entrance to the Pacha Disco and El Millon Casino. Guest rooms feature private bathrooms, telephones, central A/C, fans, mini-bars, liquor dispensers, satellite/cable TVs, in-room safes, and balconies or terraces. .
Description:
The Riu Merengue All-Inclusive Resort in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, stands surrounded by mountains and 18,000 square yards of tropical vegetation. The resort is right on picturesque Bay at the Maimon, which provides a romantic and secluded setting.
The Riu Merengue stands in a complex near the Riu Bachata and Riu Mambo Hotels, just 16 miles from Puerto Plata International Airport. The all-inclusive package features all meals, including full American breakfast buffets, unlimited domestic alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, access to all bars in the complex, and restocking of guestroom minibars and liquor dispensers. The resort also features a fitness center, billiards, volleyball, tennis, snorkeling gear, watersports and scuba-diving. The package encompasses daytime entertainment for kids, entertainment for adults, entrance and drinks at Pacha Disco and entrance to Bachata's Casino.

Guests will enjoy the Riu Merenque's offerings, including lounges, restaurants with international and local cuisines, the disco, and poolside and beach bars. Fun lovers willing to venture 2,000 feet from the hotel into a cove will discover the La Vieja Tiki Bar.

Guests are close to the sights and Caribbean sounds of Puerto Plata and vibrant Caribbean Street's shops, nightclubs, cafes and Renova Spa. The Riu Merenque also offers an outdoor pool with a children's section, solarium, comedy club, drugstore, car rentals, and a tour desk where concierges can help guests plan their land and sea excursions.

The two-story resort's 532 air-conditioned guestrooms and 12 suites feature Rattan furniture, minibars, balconies, cable television, direct-dial phones, safes and liquor dispensers.

For wonderful Caribbean memories, the Riu Merengue offers moderately priced packages that will surely make ideal vacations for romantic couples and other travelers.

Beginning June 29th, 2005 the hotel restaurant will allow only one seating from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM without a table reservation.
Overview:
Check In Time - 3:00 PM
Check Out Time - 12:00 PM
Credit card required - Upon Check-in
Deposit required upon check-in
Exterior corridors
Minimum check-in age - 21 Years or Older
Multilingual staff
Photo identification required - Upon Check-in
Porter/bellhop - Doorman/Doorwoman
24-hour front desk - 24 Hours
Location Description:
OCEAN WORLD 3 MILES
Rooms:
Suite-Patio with two cushioned lounge chairs providing Atlantic Ocean view partially screened by trees. Bedroom with two reading chairs, dresser/desk. Living room with loveseat, wing chair, coffee table. Door between bedroom, living room. Two TVs with European/U.S. cable channels. Air conditioning plus ceiling fans. Shower/tub, hair dryer, bidet. Compact refrigerator with drink mixers, soft drinks, beer, water. Liquor dispenser with rum, vodka, gin, brandy.

Standard-Two twin beds. Corner balcony or patio with two chairs, cocktail table. (Ocean view not guaranteed.) Dresser/desk, reading chair, cocktail table. Air conditioning plus ceiling fan. Shower/tub, hair dryer. TV with European/U.S. cable channels. Compact refrigerator with drink mixers, soft drinks, beer, water. Liquor dispenser with rum, vodka, gin, brandy.
Check-in:
3:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM
Transportation:
From Puerto Plata International Airport:
Turn left onto Rte Puerto Plata and go past the city of Puerto Plata.
Sign in for Maimon Beach at Puerto Plata, turn right to the Resort.
Attractions:
Ocean Word: 5.0 km
Teleferico: 7.0 km
Ambar Museum: 10.0 km
Facilities:
Hotel Parking - Self Parking (Free), Spa - Hot Tub, Rollaway Bed - Upon Request, Complimentary Breakfast, Beauty Salon, Cribs - Upon Request, Children Stay Free - 12 Years and Under, Coin-Operated Laundry, Poolside bar, Sauna, Child Care/Daycare - Supervised, Pets Not Allowed, Currency Exchange, Restaurant(s), Housekeeping - Daily, Fitness Equipment - Fitness Equipment, Bar/Lounge - Lounge, Gift shop or newsstand, Swimming pool - children's, Swimming pool - outdoor, Parking (secure), Security guard - Guard, Full-service health spa
Room Facilities:
Iron/ironing board (on request, Rollaway beds, Shower/tub combination, Bottled water in room (complim, Air conditioning, Complimentary toiletries, Ceiling fan, Smoking rooms, Cribs (infant beds) available, Cable/satellite TV, Housekeeping (daily), In-room safe, Television, Wake-up calls, Refrigerator, Hair dryer, Blackout drapes/curtains, Child care (in room, surcharge, Clock radio, Climate control, Window opens, Premium TV channel(s)
Description:
The Riu Merengue is an all-inclusive resort located on the picturesque Bay of Maimon, on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic, just 15 minutes from Puerto Plata. Surrounded by mountains and tropical foliage, the views from this beachfront property are breathtaking.

There are 544 spacious guestrooms, and a multitude of sports such as windsurfing, sailing, and tennis, as well as games and activities for our guests to choose from. Choose from a variety of dining and entertainment options, including live entertainment, bars, and the Pacha nightclub. Visit the 'Caribbean Street' for shopping, or to book an appointment at the Renova Spa (services not included). Enjoy the exchange privileges program throughout the Riu resort.

Property amenities: Outdoor swimming pool with children's section, children's mini-club, daily entertainment program for children ages 4 to 12, daily activities for adults, 3 lit tennis courts, 4 lit tennis courts at Riu Bachata, aerobics, water polo, boccia, ping pong, one scuba diving lesson in pool, nigthly entertainment including live music and Riu Theme Shows, Pacha Disco (entrance and drinks included), unlimited domestic alcoholic beverages, tropical juice cocktails and soft drinks, all meals and snacks, exchange privileges through out the Riu Complex during the day (Riu Mambo & Riu Bachata). At the Caribbean Street: Fitness center, billiards, El Million Casino (at Riu bachata, entrance included), Spa services; massages and beauty treatments, cigar shop, jewelry, photo studio & lab. Medical staff on call 24 hrs, gift shop, babysitting upon request, car rental, laundry service, all this with extra charge.

Riu Merengue is the perfect place to enjoy an unforgettable vacation.

Location Description:
Hotel is surrounded by Mountains and Tropical Vegetation.
Rooms:
Standard Room
Features two double beds, satellite TV, telephone, mini-bar stocked with liquor dispenser (refilled every 2 days), bathroom with shower, balcony or terrace, safety deposit box, ceiling fan and air conditioning. Rooms are suitable for a maximum of 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 12 years.

Suite Ocean view
Features a separate living room area, two double beds, satellite TV, telephone, mini-bar stocked with liquor dispenser (refilled every 2 days), bathroom with hairdryer, balcony or terrace, safety deposit box, ceiling fan and air conditioning. Rooms are suitable for a maximum of 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 12 years.
Dining:
Tikki bar at watersports center
Check-in:
1400
Check-out:
1200
Transportation:
Located on the beautiful Maimon Bay, 492 feet from the Caribbean Street, 5.5 miles from Puerto Plata and 15.5 miles from Puerto Plata's International Airport.Maimon bay is the place to relax on the beach with a good book and a tropical drink. The main attractions here are the beautiful beach and the beachfront Riu Resorts complex, guests will enjoy the day and nighttime many activities offered at the three all-inclusive Riu Hotels.For a taste of local Dominican culture is easy and fun, visit Puerto Plata is only six miles away. Local excursion: Puerto Plata (16th century fort and amber museum), Cordillera Central Mountains, and Santiago (tobacco and folklore museums).
Facilities:
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities, Free Parking, Health Club, High Speed Internet, Free Breakfast, Spa Services, Pool, Restaurant
Description:
Located on the Northern Coast, on the picturesque bay at the maimom 9KM from Puerto Plata, the hotel which is surrounded by mountians and tropical vegetation. It is the firdst line on a quiet beach where there are lots of shady areas beneath the leafy trees. *COMPLIMENTARY...SECURITY BOX/MINI BAR..PARKING.
Check-In Time: 1400
Check-Out Time: 1200
Children 2 years and under stay free when sharing with parents -A fee will apply for children 2 to 12 years sharing room with two full paying adults Children 13 and older will pay adult rate.

Minimum Age for check in at Riu Hotels is at least one person of 21 years or older in every room - NO student groups under 21 years or SpringBreakers are accepted all year round. During March and April the Hotel reserves the right of admission and therefore we may not admit any room in which all guests are younger than 21 years. - This situation can have serious consequences and should be avoid it at any cost.

Pets not allowed. Hotel is surrounded by mountains and tropical vegetation.
Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM
Attractions:
Casino Tiendas: 15 miles from property.
Puerto: 9 miles from property.
Puerto Plata: 9 miles from property.
Restaurant La Roca: Serving Buffet style Cuisine mainly Brunch and buffet served.
Restaurant Macumba: Restaurant Macumba - Two A La Carte Restaurants. Italian Restaurant and Steak House Restaurant. 1st seating 1830-2000 2nd seating 2030-2200
Ricardo Limardo: 10 miles from property.
Teleferico: 9 miles from property.
University Utesa: 9 miles from property.
Facilities:
24 Hour Front Desk, City Center, Free Parking, Lounge, Parking, Safe Deposit Box, Telephone
Description:
The Riu Merengue is a deluxe all-inclusive resort situated beachfront in Maimon Bay, surrounded by 18,000 square feet of tropical gardens, approximately six miles from Puerto Plata and 16 miles from Puerto Plata International Airport. The rooms and suites feature private bathrooms, telephones, central A/C, fans, mini-bars, liquor dispensers, satellite/cable TVs, in-room safes, and balconies or terraces. As with all these resorts there is loads to do or plenty of nice places to relax depending on what sort of holiday you're after. There's a kiosk and boutique, Internet room, mini-club, complimentary lounge chairs, towel service, and umbrellas, continental breakfast and full American breakfast buffet, and facilities at the Caribbean Street location, including the Renova Spa with massage services and sauna, gym, hairdresser, pharmacy, jeweler, photo studio, game room, and shopping arcade.

Onsite drinks and dining are available at the La Roca Restaurant, La Rumba lounge bar, La Plaza Bar, Macumba poolside snack bar, and the Pacha Disco. The all-inclusive rates include all meals and snacks, unlimited domestic beverages, mini-bar and liquor dispenser re-stocking, land activities, daily entertainment programs for adults and children, an introductory scuba lesson in the pool, three lighted tennis courts, non-motorized water sports, evening entertainment, and free entrance to the Pacha Disco and El Millon Casino. The staff are welcoming and helpful. A nice place to stay with absolutely loads of choice for everyone.
Description:
The Riu Merengue is a deluxe all-inclusive resort situated beachfront in Maimon Bay, surrounded by 18,000 square feet of tropical gardens, approximately six miles from Puerto Plata and 16 miles from Puerto Plata International Airport.

Hotel amenities include kiosk and boutique, Internet room, mini-club, complimentary lounge chairs, towel service, and umbrellas, continental breakfast and full American breakfast buffet, and facilities at the Caribbean Street location, including the Renova Spa with massage services and sauna, gym, hairdresser, pharmacy, jeweler, photo studio, game room, and shopping arcade. Onsite drinks and dining are available at the La Roca Restaurant, La Rumba lounge bar, La Plaza Bar, Macumba poolside snack bar, and the Pacha Disco. The all-inclusive rates include all meals and snacks, unlimited domestic beverages, mini-bar and liquor dispenser re-stocking, land activities, daily entertainment programs for adults and children, an introductory scuba lesson in the pool, three lighted tennis courts, non-motorized water sports, evening entertainment, and free entrance to the Pacha Disco and El Millon Casino.

Guest rooms feature private bathrooms, telephones, central A/C, fans, mini-bars, liquor dispensers, satellite/cable TVs, in-room safes, and balconies or terraces.
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Overview:
The Riu Merengue is a deluxe all-inclusive resort situated beachfront in Maimon Bay, surrounded by 18,000 square feet of tropical gardens, approximately
Check-in:
1400
Check-out:
1200
Description:
Located on the Northern Coast, on the picturesque bay at the maimom 9KM from Puerto Plata, the hotel which is surrounded by mountians and tropical vegetation. It is the firdst line on a quiet beach where there are lots of shady areas beneath the leafy trees. *COMPLIMENTARY...SECURITY BOX/MINI BAR..PARKING. Check-In Time: 1400 Check-Out Time: 1200 Children 2 years and under stay free when sharing with parents -A fee will apply for children 2 to 12 years sharing room with two full paying adults Children 13 and older will pay adult rate. Minimum Age for check in at Riu Hotels is at least one person of 21 years or older in every room - NO student groups under 21 years or SpringBreakers are accepted all year round. During March and April the Hotel reserves the right of admission and therefore we may not admit any room in which all guests are younger than 21 years. - This situation can have serious consequences and should be avoid it at any cost. Pets not allowed.
Location Description:
Hotel is surrounded by mountains and tropical vegetation.
Rooms:
All Inclusive Superior Room 2 Queen Beds, comfortable room with private bathroom, phone, central air conditioning, ceiling fan, satellite TV, mini bar, liquer dispenser, safety deposit box.
Check-in:
14
Check-out:
12
Cancellation Policy:
All reservations must be cancelled 3 days prior to local check in to avoid a 1 night cancellation and/or no show charge.
Description:
Built in a traditional style in the year 2000, this 3-storey hotel comprises a total of 544 rooms and several bungalows. Amenities within the hotel include a foyer with a reception desk and a currency exchange bureau as well as a hairdresser's salon, a café, a bar, a pub, a selection of shops and an air-conditioned restaurant with a non-smoking area. There is a kids' club for children and those arriving by car may take advantage of the car park or garage facilities. Room and laundry services round off the facilities on offer.Exquisitely set on the beach of Maimon Bay; Riu Merengue provides panoramic views of surrounding green mountains and lush tropical gardens. It is the perfect place to enjoy an unforgettable vacation.
Facilities:
Bar, Buffet breakfast, Connected rooms, Garage / Carpark, Gymnasium, Hairdresser, Laundry service, Luggage room, Money exchange, Non-smoking rooms, Restaurant, Room service, Sauna, Swimming pool, Tennis Court, Terrace Solarium, Bar/Lounge, gift/sundry shop, GYM, Restaurant(s), SOLARIUM, Spa, Tiki Bar
Room Facilities:
Air conditioning, Hair dryer, Local TV, Mini-Bar / Fridge, Private bathroom / Shower, Safety deposit box, Satellite TV channels, Telephone, Terrace/Balcony, Air Condition, Cable/Satellite TV, Hairdryer, In Room Safe, Mini Bar, Private Bath
Description:
Located on the Northern Coast, on the picturesque bay at the maimom 9KM from Puerto Plata, the hotel which is surrounded by mountians and tropical vegetation. It is the firdst line on a quiet beach where there are lots of shady areas beneath the leafy trees. *COMPLIMENTARY. SECURITY BOX/MINI BAR. PARKING. Check-In Time: 1400 Check-Out Time: 1200 Children 2 years and under stay free when sharing with parents -A fee will apply for children 2 to 12 years sharing room with two full paying adults Children 13 and older will pay adult rate. Minimum Age for check in at Riu Hotels is at least one person of 21 years or older in every room - NO student groups under 21 years or SpringBreakers are accepted all year round. During March and April the Hotel reserves the right of admission and therefore we may not admit any room in which all guests are younger than 21 years. This situation can have serious consequences and should be avoid it at any cost. Pets not allowed.
Location Description:
Hotel is surrounded by mountains and tropical vegetation.
Facilities:
Telephone, 24 Hour Front Desk, Safe Deposit Box
Description:
Offering comfortable accommodation and convenient facilities, the Riu Merengue Hotel is an ideal place to spend your relaxing vacation. Set amidst tropical gardens and surrounded by mountains, Riu Merengue Hotel is a beachfront village-style resort, located just 15 minutes from the beautiful Puerto Plata. Featuring 544 guestrooms, comfort and pleasure are ensured with spacious accommodation that are facilitated with modern conveniences. Guests can enjoy dining in the cosy atmosphere of the onsite La Roca Restaurant and later unwind with a fine drink at the bar. This fun and friendly resort provides exceptional service down to the last detail, complemented by extensive recreational facilities.
Facilities:
Billiards, Cocktail bar, Gymnasium, Internet access, Restaurant, Swimming pool, Table tennis, Tennis court
Room Facilities:
Air conditioning, Balcony / Terrace, Cable / Satellite TV, In-room safe, Mini bar, Private bathroom / Ensuite, Telephone
Description:
Built in a traditional style in the year 2000, this 3-storey hotel comprises a total of 544 rooms and several bungalows. Amenities within the hotel include a foyer with a reception desk and a currency exchange bureau as well as a hairdresser's salon, a cafe, a bar, a pub, a selection of shops and an air-conditioned restaurant with a non-smoking area. There is a kids' club for children and those arriving by car may take advantage of the car park or garage facilities. Room and laundry services round off the facilities on offer. The wearing of a non-removable wristband is obligatory.
Description:
Built in a traditional style in the year 2000, this 3-storey hotel comprises a total of 544 rooms and several bungalows. Amenities within the hotel include a foyer with a reception desk and a currency exchange bureau as well as a hairdresser's salon, a café, a bar, a pub, a selection of shops and an air-conditioned restaurant with a non-smoking area. There is a kids' club for children and those arriving by car may take advantage of the car park or garage facilities. Room and laundry services round off the facilities on offer.
Description:
The RIU Merengue Hotel is perfectly located for both business and leisure guests to Puerto Plata.
The RIU Merengue Hotel boasts a convenient location with modern amenities in every guestroom and superb service.
With elegant facilities and hospitality, guests at this hotel will surely have an impressive stay.
To make a reservation at the RIU Merengue Hotel Puerto Plata with our secure online booking form, please choose your preffered period of stay.

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From: Reviewer has requested to be kept anonymous.
Date of Stay: June, 2008
The beach does not have a good quality of sand, somewhat of a muddy consistency and water is murky. swim-up bar is at Riu Bachata in small common pool, lots of children; table tennis is two tables at one bar, photo studio is photographer one night per week in hallway; casino is at Riu Bachata with 32 slots, 3 tables open only at night; room amenities advertised include iron/ironing board, balcony and patio/balcony, mini-bar restocked daily. In actuality, it took 6 days to get a washcloth, only bath and hand towels are provided; there is no ironing board available at all, and you must pay 20 US deposit for an iron; no regular plugs fit into any of the receptacles without an adapter which costs 2 US deposit for each one; the patio/balcony and balcony are one in the same. The bed was like a brick as were the pillows. Mini-bar restocked every 2 days with a 1-gallon jug of water, 3 small bottles of tonic water, 1 diet Pepsi, 2 reg Pepsi, 3 beers (only if all beer has been used), liquor restocked if completely empty. Mold stains in grout between floor tiles. Cannot use tap water for brushing teeth as the city/country has no running water supply, but utilizes cistern tanks. Smallest denomination for money exchange is 100 Peso bills, so you lose money in the exchange at the desk. Unsweetened tea is not available in the restaurants, and the sweetened tea is extremely sweet. When ordering a drink, other than beer, you must specify that you want liquor in the drink or it is served without. Staff was friendly. Children are allowed in the bars, no separate children pool. All in all, not a location that I will visit again.
 
From: Reviewer has requested to be kept anonymous.
Date of Stay: June, 2008
This Hotel is great! You really get your moneys worth and than some. The nightly shows are great and there is something to do for all age groups! I would deffinetly recomend this hotel to any of my friends and I plan to go back soon!
 
From: Reviewer has requested to be kept anonymous.
Date of Stay: May, 2008
I only came for 4days and 3 nights and din't want to come back. The staff are extremely friendly and there is always animation going on by the pool. The food is good and varies everyday. The rooms are nice and everything was working properly in my room especially the AC. The only thing that i didn't really like was the pool. The pool in this resort is not that big so whe ended up going more to the pool in RIU Bachata. For the price we payed this was a very pleasant trip and i would go back again.
 
From: Reviewer has requested to be kept anonymous.
Date of Stay: January, 2008
The hotel is clean and large. The food is good for an all inclusive with many vegetarian/seafood options. Gym is outdated and not air conditioned. The pool is large and well kept for. There is little if any night activities at the hotel (other than the bars) and casino. Front desk staff are not friendly. Gift shop prices are high. You need to reserve a lounge chair early in the morning. Rooms are clean, but towels seem to be in a short supply. Mattresses are uncomfortable. I have stayed at nicer all inclusive hotels, but this wasn't a bad experience.
 
From: Reviewer has requested to be kept anonymous.
Date of Stay: December, 2007
Great place. Nice area, plenty of activities - when you are active to go for them. Nice dining and good personnel. They also speak good enough english. If you are windsurfer, this place is not for you ! Equipment are junk. Boards and sails are very very old. Most of boards are somehow broken: water in, mast tracks, universals and skin of boards loose. All sails are old "bag type". Any serious windsurfing center would not use these equipment - there is a clear safety risk.
 

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