GO RIU VACATIONS

Playa Arena Gorda
Punta Cana, Higey, Dominican Republic


Distance from Hotel to Punta Cana International Airport, 19 miles (31 kms).
Distance from Hotel to Caribbean Street , 220 yards.
Distance from Hotel to Higey, 31 miles (50 kms).

The Hotel Riu Taino is an all-inclusive first-class resort situated in Punta Cana on Arena Gorda Beach within the Riu Resort, approximately 31 miles from Higuey and 19 miles from Punta Cana International Airport.

The spacious lobby with high wood-ceiling with a Dominican style peak, and natural white stones walls opens to gardens of banana trees, ferns growing up date palms, hedges bursting with red flowers. The All-inclusive hotel is a one-story building bungalow complex with 360 guestrooms. Villas in soft tangerine color with white lattice accents around the balconies, are tucked into this tropical display of greenery and blossoms. Tiled walkways lead to a large pool with a spire dome over the swim-up bar. Activities with Merengue lessons and lively fun, seem to generate at this particular Riu. You can easily slip out of the pool and walk steps over to the beach, and are 3 minutes from the Caribbean Street with shops and Pizzeria.

Onsite drinks and dining are available at the La Fiesta lounge bar, Mediterraneo Restaurant, La Bamba poolside snack bar, and the Las Arecas restaurant. The all-inclusive rate includes 24-hour snack and beverage services, daily activities, nightly entertainment, all meals, unlimited domestic beverages, non-motorized water sports, land sports, and all taxes and gratuities. Guest rooms feature private bathrooms, hairdryers, telephones, central A/C, ceiling fans, mini-bars, liquor dispensers, satellite/cable TVs, in-room safes, and balconies or terraces.

The name is in honor of the Taino Indians, the first inhabitants on this 15 mile stretch of bone-white beach. Their talents in thatching, may have inspired that very palapa, you may be sitting under; suntan lotion applied and ready to embrace the golden rays. While the Indian may have kayaked with fishing line, you can soar across turquoise waters, on a windsurfer or sailboat. Legacies of Indians aside, you'll still feel some lingering connection by the beauty of natural vegetation, in this beachfront location.


HOTEL FACILITIES

Barber / Beauty Salon
Boutique Shops
Car Rental
Concierge
Currency Exchange
Disco / Nightclub
Laundry / Dry Cleaning Service
Parking
Physician on Call

Casino Onsite (Riu Palace Macao)
Shopping Mall Nearby (4 km)
Pools
Number of Pools: 2
Outdoor Pools: 2
Swim-up Bar
There is a wonderful freshwater pool area with a children's section and sunbathing terrace.
Golf: NEARBY
Barcelo Bavaro Golf Course - 12 km away
Barcelo Bavaro Golf Course is an 18-hole, Par 72 course designed by Juan Manuel Gordillo. It is flat and very playable, with narrow fairways, palm trees, lakes, and dense vegetation. It was built with the enjoyment of the resort tourist in mind.
Holes: 18
Green Fees: $70 b/f 2pm; $35 aft
Cart Fee: $70
Lessons Available
Tennis
Number of Courts: 4
Outdoor Courts: 4
Lighted Courts: 4
Court Fee: $8.00 night play

Water Sports on Site
Fishing: Additional Charge
Sunfish Sailing: Complimentary
Scuba: Additional Charge
Snorkeling: Complimentary
Wind Surf: Complimentary

Other Sports Available
Horseback Riding: Additional Charge
Other Sports: Volleyball, ping pong,

Health Club / Spa
Aerobics: Complimentary
Jacuzzi: Complimentary
Massage: Additional Charge
Sauna: Complimentary

HOTEL DETAILS

The Riu Taino is a bungalow complex nestled in the midst of a beachfront palm grove. Surrounded by splendid gardens, this resort resembles a typical Dominican village, with a quiet, tropical ambiance perfect for both couples and families.

Food and beverages are available until 2:00 am, guests can use all the facilities in the Riu complex (except those at the Riu Palace). Caribbean Street is part of the Riu complex and offers an array of shops, services and boutiques.

Beach: The hotel is located directly on a magnificent 26 km stretch of white sand beach, dotted with palms and bordering pristine Caribbean waters. Guests have access to lounge chairs and an array of watersports (windsurfing, sailing, canoes, etc).

Check-in: 12:00 noon
Check-out: 12:00 noon
Total Rooms: 620
Year Opened: 1991

Credit Cards: Visa, Master Card, Diners Club, American Express

HOTEL RESTRICTIONS

There are no handicapped rooms. Drinks at the Pacha Disco are not included. No Spring Breakers.

ROOM TYPES

STANDARD GARDEN VIEW ROOM
2 Double Beds

Other Amenities
Air Conditioning
Fan
Bathtub
Shower
Balcony or Terrace
Minibar
Hair Dryer
Telephone
Television
TV Movies
Room Safe
Satellite

OTHER INFO

In-room liquor dispenser.

DINING

Riu Taino features 1 meal plan options:
All Inclusive-Guests staying at Riu Taino enjoy exchange privileges at Riu Bambu and Riu Naiboa (dinner and Palace resorts not included)

There are 6 Restaurants at Riu Taino:

Cocos - Open for lunch and snacks during the day

La Proa - Serves Asian, Mexican and Dominican cuisine. Open for dinner. Men are required to wear long pants. Reservations required.

Italiano - A la carte restaurant serving Italian cuisine. Men are required to wear long pants. Reservations required.

La Pizzeria - Located on Caribbean Street. Open for lunch..

La Bamba - Pool snack bar serving lunch and snacks during the day.

Las Arecas - Main buffet restaurant - full American breakfast buffet, lunch & dinner. Show cooking, serving international and local specialties and weekly theme nights.

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

Daily Activities & Entertainment:
Watersports, Shopping on the Caribbean Street, Table Tennis, Aerobics, Billiards ($), Horseback Riding ($)

Nightly Activities & Entertainment:

Nightly shows, live music several times a week, the Pacha Disco (drinks not included) Daily animation show in the bar.

CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS

Children's program and entertainment every day.
Applicable Ages: 4 to 12 years old.

Children's Facilities
Children's Pool

Babysitting Fee: $8.00 per hour

Spring Break Policy:  

• At least 1 person must be 21 years old or older in every room during March and April.  

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

• No student groups under 21 or "Springbreakers" accepted all year round.