Riu Republica (Adults Only), Punta Cana ~ Reviews, Room Choices & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Carr. El Macao - Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, 0000

Hotel Riu Republica is an adults-only resort located on the stunning Arena Gorda beach in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The resort offers an impressive 24-hour All-Inclusive service, ensuring guests enjoy a priority focus on their relaxation and entertainment. With over 1,300 rooms housed in three buildings, it caters perfectly to guests seeking a lively holiday experience. Notably, the resort features a rich array of culinary options and recreational activities, making it ideal for both leisure and excitement.

Location

Hotel Riu Republica is situated on the beautiful Arena Gorda beach, known for its white sands and turquoise waters. The resort is conveniently located approximately 30 kilometers from Punta Cana's city center, enhancing its accessibility to nearby attractions and recreational activities. Close landmarks include Punta Blanca Golf Club and various water parks, making it easy for guests to explore the surrounding area.

Rooms

The resort offers more than 1,300 rooms with modern amenities, including air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Rooms feature a balcony or terrace, often with views of the picturesque sea or lush surroundings. Special safety features such as electronic safety boxes are included, providing peace of mind for guests.

Eat & Drink

Guests can indulge in a diverse range of cuisines at the resort's nine restaurants, featuring Italian, Asian, Spanish, and Indian dishes. The buffet restaurant serves continental breakfasts with options for lunch and dinner, while themed restaurants provide specific culinary experiences like authentic barbecues at the beach bar. Signature experiences include an à la carte menu for gourmet meals.

Leisure & Business

The resort promises a variety of recreational activities with eight swimming pools, including some with swim-up bars. Guests can engage in sports such as volleyball and windsurfing or unwind at the Renova Spa, which offers beauty treatments, sauna, and jacuzzi facilities. Nightly entertainment spans discotheques, live music shows, and themed beach parties to keep guests entertained throughout their stay.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

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2 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Double Room Partial Ocean View

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2 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Ocean view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Double Room Ocean View

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2 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Ocean view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Centre

Punta Cana 22.2 km

Airports

Punta Cana (PUJ) 28.8 km

La Romana International (LRM) 92.1 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Variety!

“The main restaurant, La Altagracia, offered a wide selection of excellently prepared meals. Every dish I tried was flavorful and well-presented.” view full review

24/7 Sports Bar!

“The sports bar was a fantastic addition, open around the clock, providing plenty of opportunity to enjoy snacks and drinks while watching games.” view full review

Spacious Comfort!

“The spacious room made our stay incredibly comfortable, providing ample space for relaxation and enjoyment throughout our vacation.” view full review

Beautiful Beach Access!

“The beautiful beach area was my favorite spot, where I enjoyed the refreshing waves and soaking up the sun, creating lovely memories.” view full review

General

Smoking allowed in designated areas
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Sundry/Convenience shop
Gift/Newsstand
Barber shop
Beauty salon

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Kayaking
Tubing
Billiard tables
Fitness studio

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Wedding services
Taxi service
Shops/Commercial services
Bell staff/Porter

Dining

Continental breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Coffee/Tea in lobby
Free breakfast
Buffet breakfast

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Babysitting/Child services
Water slides

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Beach towels
Sun loungers
Aqua park
Night club
Entertainment
Garden area
Television in lobby
Health club
Turkish bath
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Treatment room
Library

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Carr. El Macao - Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, 0000

Map view

Carr. El Macao - Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, 0000

City landmarks

Shopping Area

Punta Blanca

1.3 km

Amusement Park

Splash Parque Aquatico

720 m

Punta Cana 23000

Splash Park

1.6 km

Av. Estados Unidos

Splash Water Park

2.7 km

Beach

Arena Gorda Beach

2.0 km

Theatre

Tropicana theatre

1.8 km

Golf Course

Cana Bay Golf Course

3.3 km

Astron

2.4 km

Punta Cana 23000

Iberostar Golf Course

3.5 km

Pasha

2.7 km

Amusement Park

Splash Water World

2.7 km

Golf Course

Punta Blanca Golf Club

3.5 km

Plaza Punta Cana

3.0 km

La Mascarita

3.2 km

DC6

3.2 km

Obelisk

3.3 km

White Sands Golf Course

4.4 km

Beach

Arena Blanca Beach

4.8 km

Playa Princess

5.0 km

Night club

ORO Nightclub

5.5 km

Nearby

Night club

ORO Nightclub

470 m

Restaurants

Dinner in the sky Punta cana

440 m

Boulevard turistico del este

Hard Rock Cafe Punta Cana

5.5 km

Boulevard Turistico Del Este Km 28 No 74

Montserrat Manor Restaurant

5.5 km

Blvd Turistico del Este km 28 #74 Macao Municipio de Higuey Punta Cana Dominican Republic Hard Rock Hotel

The Market

5.5 km

Boulevard Turistico Del Este KM 28 Number 74

Zen Chinese & Japanese Food

5.5 km

Restaurant

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

78%

liked the resort and would come back again

Beautiful beach

Clean environment

Uncomfortable mattresses

Inconsistent service

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.7

Location

9.7

Service

8.0

Dining

6.7

Freddie

United Kingdom, November 2024

8.4/10

Our stay at the resort was absolutely delightful with plenty of activities and great beach access. The rooms were spacious and clean, making for a comfortable retreat. While the food options were varied, we found some dishes to be repetitive, and therefore dining could use some enhancement. The entertaining foam parties added a fun element to our nights, but the pool and foosball tables being chargeable was a disappointment. Overall, it was an exciting trip, and we can't wait to return soon!

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-tended throughout our stay, offering a lovely ocean view.

Service

8.0

Service was generally friendly and attentive, although there were a few hiccups with drink orders at the restaurants.

Location

10.0

The resort's location was great, just a short walk to the beautiful beach and multiple pools.

Dining

7.0

We appreciated the variety of restaurants, but the offerings felt repetitive after several days, and some food was not served hot.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were enjoyable, especially the pools and beach areas, though the charge for pool tables was a downside.

Parker

United Kingdom, November 2024

7.6/10

I had a pretty good time at the resort, especially appreciating the beautiful beach and the cleanliness around the place. The staff were generally helpful, but I did find the service a bit inconsistent at times. The dining options were decent, though not all restaurants hit the mark for flavor. Overall, it was a pleasant stay, but the mattress in our room needs improvement for comfort.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were kept clean but the mattresses were quite uncomfortable, making for a restless night.

Service

7.0

The service was generally helpful, but there were inconsistencies in maid service and requests I made were not always fulfilled.

Location

9.0

The resort is located right on a stunning beach which is definitely a highlight of the stay.

Dining

7.0

Dining offered many options, but the quality varied; some specialty restaurants were great, while others, like the steakhouse, disappointed.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were good, with well-maintained pools and fun activities, but navigating around the large resort could be exhausting.

Beautiful beach

Uncomfortable mattresses

Logan

United Kingdom, August 2024

8.6/10

We had a really enjoyable stay at the RIU Republica. The property is massive, with plenty of entertainment in the evenings and a lovely beach. The staff was the highlight, always friendly and helpful. However, the dining experience could improve as there were some cleanliness issues with leftover dishes. Overall, it was a great trip, but it might not be the best choice for those over 30 looking for peace and quiet.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were kept very clean and comfortable, and having double beds was a nice touch.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent; we felt the staff genuinely cared about our enjoyment.

Location

10.0

Located right on the beach, the setting is perfect for both relaxation and fun.

Dining

6.0

The buffet offered a good variety, but the specialty restaurants didn’t meet our expectations.