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ClubHotel Riu Merengue

3.5 of 5
Bahia de Maimon, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
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Business
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Halifax, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

This was a very special getaway for my husband and me and we were not disappointed. We had written to the hotel in advance to let them know about our special trip and they arrranged for a honeymoon bonus (fruit plate, coffee, etc.) in our room and a room upgrade as requested to a room with a view of the... More

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Cheltenham, United Kingdom
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

I guess all inclusive drinks work for this resort because they all taste so awful you'll end up just drinking water. The pre-mixed cocktails resemble a slushy with cheap vodka added to them. It doesn't matter which type of cocktail you have, they all taste the same - fake. The food is ok but the majority of it is greasy... More

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Chester, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Not wanting to cover the same ground that lots of others have already done...just come back 12th May after 2weeks...the staff really make this hotel...the cleaners...the gardeners...the waiters everyone tries hard to please,I found the food very good was always something there for me,I did not bother with the pool as it was too busy much prefered the beach with... More

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The Hague, The Netherlands
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13 reviews 13 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Hotel evaluation: - the food was great, lot of variety, always easy to find a few delicious choices. Of course after one week it becomes monotonous, but it would happen anywhere. - the rooms were just fine, we loved the beds although the management should consider upgrading the TVs and equipping with king size bed instead of two large and... More

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Airdrie, United Kingdom
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

15th april 2013 alex/liz just back after 2 weeks at this brilliant hotel. god knows how some people can give this hotel a bad review. the food was exellent with a wide varied choice. put on seven pounds in 2weeks hardly do that with bad food. the hotel and rooms were clean throughout with cleaners working endless. we found all... More

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Waterdown, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

I went from April 30-May 7th with a group of 16 of us. Since there were so many of us, we really weren't too picky but looking back there were some definite good points and bad ones Good - the food was actually quite good! Felt a bit like I was eating the same thing all week but it was... More

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London
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Review of holiday at The Riu Merengue between 21st April 2013 and 6th May 2013. We travelled by Thomson flight and paid the extra £400 to upgrade to Premier Class. The overall cost of the package holiday was £2,500 online. If you've ever travelled long haul flight to the Caribbean I'm sure you appreciate just what nine hours does to... More

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Nova Scotia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We stayed here in April for 2 weeks - the first week with children and the second as a couple. This resort is great for both! The staff were amazing...always willing to go the extra mile for you and get what you needed. Beds were very uncomfortable, had read reviews and thought people were just being picky - they werent.... More

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Toronto, Canada
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We just came back and this is our fourth time going to the complex, but unfortunately Riu Puerto Plata is NOT what it used to be... Huge cut backs in the food, entertainment and lack of staff. Outdated rooms, noisy and poor air conditioners, slow waiters’ service in the buffet restaurant, average 3 star Cuban hotel, smokers everywhere, one night... More

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Chelmsford, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This is the hotel where my wife and I got engaged. When the restaurant staff found out, they were absolutely fantastic, they could not do enough for us, and our daughter. The pool was great and always clean, as was the beach. The grounds were always very tidy. The room was terrific, and always clean. The staff were always very... More

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Additional Information about ClubHotel Riu Merengue

Also Known As:
Riu Merengue
Clubhotel Riu Merengue Hotel
Club Hotel Riu Merengue
Clubhotel Riu Merengue Puerto Plata
Riu Merengue Dominican Republic
Riu Merengue Puerto Plata
Rui Merengue
Address: Bahia de Maimon, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Region: Caribbean > Dominican Republic > Puerto Plata Province > Puerto Plata
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#5 Top resorts Hotels in Puerto Plata
#6 On the Beach Hotels in Puerto Plata
#6 Family Hotels in Puerto Plata
#10 Romantic Hotels in Puerto Plata
Price range (per night): 104 AUD - 159 AUD
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
* Located on the beach in Maimon Bay * Complimentary sun loungers on the beach * Located in the Riu Resort, near ClubHotels Riu Bachata and Riu Mambo * Main building and 1-story bungalow complex * Surrounded by 15,000 m2 / 18,000 sq. yards of tropical gardens * 9 km / 5.5 miles from Puerto Plata * 150 m / 495 ft. from Caribbean Street * 25 km / 15.5 miles from Puerto Plata Intl. Airport * 300 m / 990 ft. from a bus stop * Credit cards accepted: Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Diners ... more   less 
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