ClubHotel Riu Merengue
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
ClubHotel Riu Merengue
Bahia De Maimon, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Ranking: ClubHotel Riu Merengue is ranked 7th out of 54 accommodation options available in Puerto Plata.
Classification: 4 Star Hotel
Location This comfortable hotel is situated amidst 30,000 m² of wonderful gardens directly beside the beach in the fantastic Bahia de Maimon. It is just 25 km to the airport and Puerto Plata is around 9 km from the hotel. Public transport departs from a stop located just 300 m away. Facilities Built in the year 2000, this hotel comprises a 3-storey building offering a total of 454 rooms. Forming a part of the sprawling complex, which features 3 RIU Hotels, guests at this hotel may make use of all facilities. Amenities within the hotel include a foyer with a reception desk and a currency exchange bureau as well as a cafe, a bar, a pub, a hairdresser's salon and several shops. An air-conditioned a la carte restaurant with a non-smoking area caters for guests' culinary wishes and there are an additional 3 themed restaurants within the RIU resort. In the evenings, guests may have a boogie at the complex's Disco Pacha. Public Internet access is available for use as are car park and garage facilities for those arriving by car. There is a kids' club for children and room and laundry services round off the offerings. Rooms The comfortable rooms each come with an en suite bathroom with hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, a minibar/ fridge and a hire safe. The rooms are also fully air-conditioned and feature a fan and a balcony or terrace. The junior suites additionally comprise a separate lounge, a hairdryer and 2 TV sets. Sports/Entertainment There is sprawling pool complex with a separate children's paddling area to be found in the wonderful tropical gardens. A sun terrace with sun loungers, parasols and bath towels as well as a poolside snack bar invite guests to while the day away and there is a beach bar and further sun loungers to be taken advantage of on the beach. In the Caribbean alley is a games room, a gym and a health centre offering various treatments whilst sports enthusiasts are able to try out gymnastics, tennis, table tennis, billiards, windsurfing, sailing, kayaking and body boarding. The water sports centre that lies in a nearby bay (approximately 700 m away) offers various activities including water skiing, banana boating, diving (dive school with PADI and NAUI certification), fishing and jet skiing (additional fees apply). There is a seasonal entertainment programme to provide some variation for guests. Meals The restaurant serves a selection of international cuisine. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are offered from the buffet or from the a la carte menu. Payment American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and VISA are accepted as methods of payment. Misc. The rooms are cleaned on a daily basis as are the towels. Bed linen is changed once a week. A babysitting service is available on request (inclusive). Check-in: from 3 pm; check-out by midday. How to get there From Puerto Plata international airport take the motorway towards Puerto Plata and follow the signs for the hotel.
