Activities

Q: Is Hotel Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana Punta Cana a good choice for families with children?

Yes. Hotel Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana Punta Cana is marketed as a family resort offering "the perfect setting to enjoy the Caribbean with your family," and it is not an adults-only property . Children are welcomed throughout the resort, with dedicated spaces and activities designed specifically for younger guests as part of the all-inclusive stay.

Q: Does Hotel Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana Punta Cana have a kids' club?

Yes, Hotel Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana Punta Cana features RIU Land , a dedicated children's club space with games and activities designed for kids . The hotel also offers babysitting or childcare services for an additional surcharge for families who want a night out.

Q: What water park access is included at Hotel Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana Punta Cana?

Guests staying at Hotel Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana Punta Cana enjoy free access to Splash Water World , an on-site water park with six waterslides , including an open body slide, Body Bowl, Aquatubo, Kamikaze, Aquaracer and Stuka. A minimum height of 1.20m (3.9ft) is required to use the slides, making it a fun option for the whole family.

Q: What beach activities can guests enjoy at Hotel Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana Punta Cana?

Hotel Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana Punta Cana sits directly on Arena Gorda Beach , a wide white-sand beach with calm, warm water that's ideal for swimming or a sunset stroll. Guests can enjoy free non-motorized water sports such as kayaking and paddleboarding right on the beach, while nearby beachside kiosks offer paid parasailing just steps from the hotel.

Q: Are there swimming pools and poolside activities at Hotel Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana Punta Cana?

Hotel Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana Punta Cana features multiple outdoor swimming pools surrounded by palm trees, including a swim-up pool bar and built-in sunbeds. Guests can take part in poolside fitness classes such as Zumba and water aerobics as part of the all-inclusive entertainment program.

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Splash. Play. Celebrate.

Discover a world of authentic Punta Cana adventure and laid-back luxury, set beside the famous Punta Cana Beach—known for its crystal-clear waters and sea turtle snorkeling. Enjoy everything from live music and themed nights to poolside games, dance lessons, and nightly shows in an elegant setting. Spend your days kayaking, yoga sessions, or exploring nearby cenotes, then unwind with romantic evening entertainment designed for couples seeking both excitement and relaxation.

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Beach Volleyball

Join a lively match on the sand with the Caribbean just steps away. The resort lists beach volleyball on site, making it an easy daytime activity for couples, families and groups of friends.

Children's splash pool with slide and water feature at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana.

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Poolside Zumba

Move to upbeat music beside the pool during organized fitness sessions. Zumba is specifically noted among the poolside activities offered at the resort.

Catamarans lined on the beach at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana.

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Bavaro Beach Day

Spend a beach-hopping day on Bávaro Beach, a well-known stretch of sand about 12.3 miles / 19.9 km away and popular for sunbathing and swimming.

Outdoor group exercise class on mats at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana.

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Fitness Classes

Take part in on-site fitness classes designed to add energy to your all-inclusive beach holiday. Sessions give guests another easy way to keep moving between swims and meals.

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Gym Workouts

Train at the on-site fitness centre, described in resort research as a modern gym with equipment and tropical-garden views. It is ideal for a quick morning workout or a longer routine.

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Hoyo Azul Swim

Visit the turquoise Hoyo Azul cenote inside Scape Park at Cap Cana, reached by a forest trail and suspension bridge before a refreshing swim in crystal-clear water.

Aerial view of the water park area at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana.

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Water-Slide Rides

Spend time at Splash Water World, the shared RIU complex water park with six slides including open body, Aquatubo, Kamikaze and Aquaracer styles. A minimum height of 1.20 m / 3.9 ft applies for slide use.

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Arena Gorda Parasailing

Lift above the coastline on a paid parasailing ride operated by beachside kiosks near Arena Gorda Beach. It is an aerial way to see the sand and sea around the resort area.

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Scuba Diving

Try scuba diving right from the resort, which lists scuba diving on site among its activities. It is a memorable way to discover the Caribbean setting during your stay.

Guests launching a kayak in the surf at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana.

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Beach Kayaking

Paddle out from Arena Gorda Beach with non-motorized water sports offered free on site. Kayaking keeps the pace relaxed while giving you a different view of the shoreline.

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Paddleboarding

Practice balance and glide across the calm, warm water off Arena Gorda Beach. Non-motorized water sports such as paddleboarding are offered free at the beach area.

Outdoor nighttime show with stage and lounge seating at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana.

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Live Evening Shows

Enjoy RIU evening entertainment shared across the resort complex, with staged performances and a lively holiday atmosphere after dark.

Costumed performer dancing among guests under blue lighting at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana.

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RIU Party

Join the RIU Party evening entertainment available within the shared Arena Gorda resort complex, designed for guests who want music, lights and a bigger night out.

ADDITIONAL FEE

Nearby Golf

Arrange a tee time at a nearby course in the Arena Gorda area, with advance reservations required for golf arranged through the property. Courses close to the complex make it a popular outing for resort golfers.

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Punta Blanca Golf

Play a round at Punta Blanca Golf Club, located about 2 km from the RIU Arena Gorda complex. It is one of the most convenient golf outings for guests staying in the area.

Massage treatment with oil being poured at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana.

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Couples’ Spa Treatment

Reserve a double treatment room at Renova Spa for a shared wellness experience. The spa has dedicated couples’ treatment rooms, and services are charged separately from the all-inclusive plan.

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Palma Real Shopping

Head to Palma Real Shopping Village in Bávaro for international brand stores, restaurants, a cinema and a disco at the east coast’s largest shopping mall.

Wide resort pool with loungers, palms, and white buildings at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana.

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Arena Gorda Swimming

Swim from the wide white-sand beach directly in front of the hotel, known for warm, generally calm water and a relaxed Caribbean setting.

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Eco-Park Hiking

Follow jungle trails and visit freshwater lagoons at a nearby ecological park, a popular nature attraction often paired with Punta Cana day planning.

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Saona Island Cruise

Take a catamaran or speedboat excursion to Saona Island in Cotubanamá National Park, usually departing after road transport to Bayahibe and often including a natural-pool stop and lunch.

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Is Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana a good choice for families with children?

Yes. Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana is marketed as a family resort offering “the perfect setting to enjoy the Caribbean with your family,” and it is not an adults-only property. Children are welcomed throughout the resort, with dedicated spaces and activities designed specifically for younger guests as part of the all-inclusive stay.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana have a kids' club?

Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana features RIU Land, a dedicated children’s club space with games and activities designed for kids. The hotel also offers babysitting or childcare services for an additional surcharge for families who want a night out.

What water park access is included at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana?

Guests staying at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana enjoy free access to Splash Water World, an on-site water park with six waterslides, including an open body slide, Body Bowl, Aquatubo, Kamikaze, Aquaracer and Stuka. A minimum height of 1.20m (3.9ft) is required to use the slides, making it a fun option for the whole family.

What beach activities can guests enjoy at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana?

Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana sits directly on Arena Gorda Beach, a wide white-sand beach with calm, warm water that’s ideal for swimming or a sunset stroll. Guests can enjoy free non-motorized water sports such as kayaking and paddleboarding right on the beach, while nearby beachside kiosks offer paid parasailing just steps from the hotel.

Are there swimming pools and poolside activities at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana?

Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana features multiple outdoor swimming pools surrounded by palm trees, including a swim-up pool bar and built-in sunbeds. Guests can take part in poolside fitness classes such as Zumba and water aerobics as part of the all-inclusive entertainment program.

What evening entertainment does Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana offer?

In the evenings, guests at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana can enjoy a sunset walk along Arena Gorda Beach or head to Pachá, the on-site disco offering nightclub and party entertainment within the resort complex.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana offer spa and fitness facilities?

Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana is home to Renova Spa, featuring five treatment rooms (two designed for couples), a relaxation area with a hot-and-cold plunge pool and steam room, and even beachfront massage gazebos with ocean views. The resort also has an on-site fitness centre with modern equipment for guests who want to keep up their workout routine. Spa and beauty salon services carry an additional charge beyond the all-inclusive rate.

Can guests book excursions from Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana?

Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana offers tours and ticket assistance for popular outings, including a boat trip to Saona Island with a stop at a shallow natural pool, and a cenote adventure at a turquoise natural pool reached by forest trail and suspension bridge. Both excursions are promoted directly by the hotel as top outings for guests.

Is golf available near Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana?

Golf enthusiasts staying at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana are close to more than one course, including one roughly 2 km away and another 18-hole course just a short drive from the hotel. Advance reservations are required for tee times arranged through the property.

Is shopping available near Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana?

Guests at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana can browse the on-site gift shops and newsstand for essentials and souvenirs, or venture about 14 minutes away to Palma Real Shopping Village, the largest shopping mall on the Dominican Republic’s east coast, featuring brand stores, restaurants and a cinema.