ClubHotel Riu Bachata
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
ClubHotel Riu Bachata
Bahia de Maimon, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Ranking: ClubHotel Riu Bachata is ranked 5th out of 54 accommodation options available in Puerto Plata.
Classification: 5 Star Hotel
Location This luxury hotel is situated directly on the Bay Bahia Mainon on the north coast, in the leisure area of Puerto Plata. Links to the transport network can easily be reached on foot (bout 300 m away) and Puerto Plata is roughly 9 km away. The airport is about 25 km from the hotel. Facilities Opened in 2003, the hotel is spread over 3 floors with 544 double rooms. The hotel is one of 3 RIU hotels that together form a extensive resort. The heart of the resort is the Caribbean street where a kiosk, photography service, jewellery and souvenir shop, a hairdressing salon, a chemist, a salon bar with stage, disco, casino, games room and air-conditioned restaurant with non smoking area (highchairs for infants provided) are to be found. Additionally, a public Internet terminal is available. Those arriving by car may take advantage of the car parking and garage facilities. For younger guests there is a kids' club available for 4 to 12 year olds. Laundry, room and medical services round off the facilities on offer. Rooms The stylish and appealing rooms come with an en suite bathroom with hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, satellite/cable TV, a minibar/fridge, air conditioning, complimentary refreshments, a cot (available on request), a king-size bed, a ceiling fan, a hire safe and either a balcony or a terrace. The spacious suites additionally comprise a bidet and a comfortable seating area. Sports/Entertainment In the well-tended 50,000 m² outdoor complex and gardens there are 2 freshwater swimming pools, a children's paddling area with a sun terrace including sun loungers and parasols laid out ready for use as well as a pool/ snack bar. Guests may also make use of the sauna, solarium, Jacuzzi and spa centre offering various beauty and health treatments. Sports' enthusiasts are offered a range of sporting activities (some of which require an additional fee), including banana boating, water skiing, jet skiing, windsurfing, sailing, diving (PADI/NAUI certified diving school), beach volleyball, table tennis, snooker, aerobics and use of a gym. There is also a seasonal entertainment programme with evening shows and live music to provide some variation and amusement for guests. Meals Guests may select their breakfast as well as lunch and evening meal from a buffet and have the opportunity to book either a full board or an all-inclusive stay. Payment American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and VISA are accepted as methods of payment.
