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Riu Bambu
Playa Arena Gorda
Higuey, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

 

Distance from hotel to airport, 21 miles (34 kms). Distance from hotel to town, 6 miles (10 kms).  

From the moment you walk through the door at Riu Bambu, you'll experience the welcoming spirit of the Dominican Republic. This hotel is located within the Riu resort complex in Punta Cana, just footsteps from the authentic Caribbean Street area. The sports, activities, food, drink and nightlife available onsite and within walking distance are literally endless. The resorts two impeccable swimming pools, tennis courts and eight restaurants located throughout the resort complex make for both exciting days and nights that are sure to be unforgettable. With all-inclusive entertainment, sports and dining, your experience there will truly keep you coming back for more.  

Hotel Amenities (back to top)
  • Aerobics
  • Aerobics (aqua)
  • Babysitting Services ($)
  • Bar (snack)
  • Bar (swim-up)
  • Bars/Lounges (3)
  • Beach
  • Beauty Salon ($)
  • Billiards ($)
  • Breakfast Room
  • Car Rentals ($)
  • Children's Activities
  • Children's Club
  • Children's Playground
  • Currency Exchange ($)
  • Disco
  • Dive Center ($)
  • Doctor (on call) ($)
  • Entertainment
  • Exercise Classes
  • Fitness Center
  • Floors (2)
  • Gift Shop ($)
  • Golf (nearby) ($)
  • Ice Machines
  • Internet Access ($)
  • Jacuzzis (outdoor)
  • Juice Bar ($)
  • Laundry Service ($)
  • Meal Service (poolside)
  • Medical Services ($)
  • Multi-Sport Court
  • Multilingual Staff
  • Newsstand ($)
  • Parking Facility
  • Ping Pong
  • Pools (outdoor) (2)
  • Poolside Beverage Service
  • Poolside Grill
  • Poolside Meal Service
  • Restaurants (4)
  • Rooms (560)
  • Safe Deposit Boxes (in room)
  • Sauna
  • Snack Bar
  • Spa ($)
  • Sundries Shop
  • Taxi Stand ($)
  • Tennis Courts (lighted) (2)
  • Umbrellas (beach/pool)
  • Watersports (motorized) ($)
  • Watersports (non-motorized)
  • Wedding Coordinator ($)
  • Wedding Site ($)

Miscellaneous Amenities Caribbean Street (gym no extra cost, disco entrance free but drinks at extra cost, pizzeria at no additional cost, billiards at extra cost, etc.) Pool (children's) Children's pool and waterpark (98 square meters) ($) Denotes a fee may be charged. Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them.  

Accommodation Categories and Descriptions (back to top)

Arrival/Departure Time: Check-in-time: 3:00 pm Check-out-time: 12:00 pm  

Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability.  

Children Policy: Children under 2 years old are free of charge, when sharing room with 2 paying adults.  

Maximum Occupancy: Standard - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults and 1 child. Junior Suite - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults and 1 child. Family Room - 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children or 3 adults and 2 children or 4 adults and 1 child or 5 adults.* *Minimum occupancy for this category is is 2 adults \  

 

Standard, full bathroom Bedding: 2 double beds.  

Junior Suite, full bathroom, separate living area and sofa. Bedding: 2 double beds. Accommodation amenities include: bidet.  

6/13/2010 - 12/23/2010 Family Room, Air conditioning, ceiling fan, separate living room with sofa-bed, direct dial phone, regularly replenished mini bar and liquor dispenser, satellite television, radio alarm clock, electronic in room safe (laptop size 15"), iron and ironing board, terrace, bathroom equipped with bathtub and shower, double sink, hairdryer and amenities kit. Bedding: 2 double beds.  

All accommodations include: radio, liquor dispenser, air conditioning, ceiling fan, iron, television (satellite), maid service, rollaway bed (on request), alarm clock, crib (on request), sprinkler system, ironing board, patio or balcony, safe deposit box, bathtub, hairdryer, telephone (direct dial) and smoke detector.  

Mini-bar Fully stocked and regularly restocked.  

Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed.  

Food and Beverage Outlets (back to top)

Azucar, Lounge bar  

La Arena, Pool and swim-up bar  

La Plaza, Pavillion bar  

Sports Bar  

Caribe Grill, International restaurant, at Riu Palace Macao, a la carte for dinner  

Colonial, Main restaurant, buffet style with show cooking, serving international and local specialties.  

Hibachi, Japanese  

La Pizzeria, Open for lunch  

Mama Juana, Lunch and snacks, during the day. Italian restaurant and grill steakhouse, a la carte for dinner.  

San Angelo, Italian  

Add-On Package (Honeymoon 10) (back to top)

HONEYMOON PACKAGE 2010  

Booking Dates: 05/20/2009 - 12/23/2010 Travel Dates: 12/24/2009 - 12/23/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• Honeymooners will receive a surprise gift in their room upon arrival.  

Please Note:  

• Marriage certificate required at check-in.  

Specialty Package (All Inclusive 10) (back to top)

ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE 2010  

Booking Dates: 07/28/2009 - 12/23/2010 Travel Dates: 12/24/2009 - 12/23/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• Accommodations.  

• All meals and snacks plus theme nights.  

• Unlimited local beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks) available 24 hours a day.  

• Access to all bars within the Riu Resort (except the bars at the Riu Palace Macao, Riu Palace Punta Cana and "Pacha" night club).  

• Sports & Activities including 1 introductory scuba diving lesson in the pool.  

• Daytime activities program for children ages 4-12 years old.  

• Daily activities and nightly entertainment.  

• Taxes and gratuities.  

Package inclusions are subject to change.  

Bonus Features (back to top)

-Bottled water  

• Afternoon tea  

• Daily activities  

• Morning coffee  

• Welcome Drink  

• Towels  

• Use of Fitness Center  

• Use of Tennis Courts  

• Watersports (Non-Motorized)  

• Parking -1 Gala dinner per week  

Miscellaneous Information (back to top)

Special Golf Rates Guests staying at any of the RIU hotels/resorts are eligible for a reduced golf rate at specified golf courses. Some resorts are also offering other added values.  

Please Note:  

• Guests might be required to show valid proof of stays at the RIU hotels/resorts.  

• All arrangements, such as reservations and eventual redemption of these conditions will be handled by the golf courses directly.  

 

Student Group/Spring Break Policy  

• No student groups under 21 or "Spring breakers" accepted all year round. General Information  

• At least 1 person 21 years or over in every room during the months of March and April.  

• The remainder of the year, at least 1 person must be 18 years old or over in every room.  

 

Local Attractions (back to top)

Tourist Attractions Nearby:  

• EL CORTECITO FISHING VILLAGE: 6 miles(10 kms)  

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