July 23, 2008
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Club Hotel Riu Bambu
Punta Cana
5-APPLE All-Inclusive Resort

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The Riu Bambu is a superb beachfront resort that lies on a seemingly 24-hour all-inclusive.jpgendless white beach between the Riu Palace Macao and the Caribbean Sea.  Guests can enjoy the magnificent pool with swim-up bar facing the Caribbean.  The Moroccan-style architecture and ambiance create a magical and exotic vacation experience.

ClubHotel Riu Bambu General Information

The Riu Bambu is a friendly fun hotel located on one of the most beautiful beaches in Punta overhead.jpgCana.  The Riu Bambu features 560 bungalow-style guestrooms with unique amenities such as Riu’s renowned minibar and liquor dispenser.

The Riu Bambu resort offers a wide variety of fun-filled activities and sports options.  Enjoy the lively atmosphere of nightly outdoor entertainment, night club and casino, while surrounded by inviting swimming pools and tropical vegetation. 

The Club Hotel Riu Bambu includes a choice of fabulous restaurants and bars, plus 24-hour All-Inclusive (snacks and beverage) service.  The Riu Bambu will surpass all of your expectations with action-filled days and nights.

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The Riu Bambu is located:

  • 19 miles from the Punta Cana Airport

  • 31 miles from the town of Higüey

  • 1,980 feet from Caribbean Suite

The Riu Bambu is situated on Arena Gorda Beach and is surrounded by 50,300 square yards of palm groves adjacent to the beach.

The Riu Resort Complex consists of 5-Hotels

  • Riu Palace Macao

  • Riu Palace Punta Cana

  • Riu Bambu

  • Riu Naiboa

  • Riu Taino

Note:  guests at the Riu Bambu have complimentary access to the facilities of the Riu Naiboa and the Riu Taino.

The Riu Bambu All-Inclusive Program

  • 24-hour all-inclusive

  • All meals (reservations are required at the á la carte restaurants; dress code applies)

  • Unlimited domestic drinks

  • Three restaurants offering five dining options throughout the day

  • Italian

  • Mediterranean

  • International buffet

  • Grill steak house

  • Tasty snacks

  • Four bars

  • “Pacha” Disco (drinks not included)

  • Nightly entertainment with live music and variety shows

  • Casino entrance at Riu Palace Macao

  • Two pools

  • Jacuzzi

  • Children’s spool

  • Scuba (fee)

  • Tennis

  • Sailing

  • Kayaks

  • Windsurfing

  • Snorkeling

  • Scuba lesson in pool

  • Gym

  • Aerobics

  • Pool volleyball

  • Exchange privileges with Riu Taino and Riu Naiboa

  • Children’s Mini-Club ages 4 to 12

  • Internet access (fee)

  • All taxes and gratuities

Dining/Bars at the Riu Bambu Resort

Colonial Restaurant
á la carte
Reservations are required
Dress code applies:  men are required to wear long pants and a collared shirt for dinner.

Mama Juana
Buffet Restaurant located near pool

Azucar Lounge Bar

La Plaza Bar

La Arena Poolside bar
with swim-up bar

Meals Included at the Riu Bambu:

All meals and snacks:

Breakfast

  • Full American breakfast buffet and on the spot cooking stations.

  • Continental breakfast and snacks

Lunch

  • Hot and cold buffet and on the spot cooking stations

  • Snacks, pizzas, pasta, fresh fruits and salads

Dinner
(Colonial Restaurant)

  • Buffets and on the spot cooking stations

  • Special evening theme shows (twice a week)

Optional dining
(reservations required in advance)

  • Italian cuisine

  • Grill and steakhouse

  • Snacks 24-hours a day

Note: For additional lunch and snacks, guests are offered a choice from a selection of restaurants at the Riu Bambu, Riu Taino and Riu Naiboa hotels.

Beverages

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

  • Access to all bars within the Riu Resort complex excluding the bars at the Riu Palace Macao and Riu Palace Punta Cana and “Pacha” night club)

  • Mini-bar and regularly restocked liquor dispenser.

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Riu Bambu Accommodations feature:

  • Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

  • 110 V

  • Telephone

  • Central air-conditioni8ng

  • Ceiling fan

  • Mini-bar

  • Liquor dispenser

  • Satellite TV

  • Radio alarm clock

  • In-room safe

Standard garden view room at the Riu Bambu

Set in colorful villas with brightly decorated room with bamboo décor.  Bungalow-style guestrooms feature two double beds and unique amenities such as Riu’s renowned minibar and liquor dispenser, air-conditioning, satellite TV, radio alarm, room safe, balcony and / or terrace.

Junior Suite at the Riu Bambu

Set in colorful villas decorated with bamboo décor.  Bungalow-style guestrooms with two double beds, a living area and unique amenities such as Riu’s renowned minibar and liquor dispenser, air-conditioning, satellite TV, radio alarm, room safe, balcony and / or terrace.

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  • The Riu Bambu offers guests two swimming pools (580 and 230 square meters)

  • Children’s swimming pool (12 square meters)

  • Complimentary sun lounges with umbrellas (at pool) along with beach towels

  • Sun-terrace

  • Mini-club and children’s playground

The Beach at the Riu Bambu

The Riu Bambu is situated on a beautiful 26 km stretch of prime Arena Gorda white sanRiu Bambu 024-200.jpgd beachfront, dotted with palms and bordering pristine Caribbean waters.  Guests have access to an array of water sports, including windsurfing, sailing, canoes and more.

Sports and Entertainment at the Riu Bambu

  • Workouts

  • Water polo

  • Volleyball

  • Gym

  • Sauna

  • Jacuzzi

  • 2 floodlit tennis courts

  • 1 multipurpose sports pitch

  • Windsurfing

  • Sailing

  • Kayaks

  • Body Boards

  • Snorkeling equipment

  • 1 introductory scuba lesson per person in the pool

Entertainment

  • Daytime entertainment program for children ages 4 to 12

  • Daytime entertainment for adults

  • Riu evening program with live music or shows

  • Complimentary entrance to the Riu Palace Macao Casino

  • Complimentary entrance to Pacha” nightclub (excluding special evenings and drinks are not included)

Sports facilities nearby the Riu Bambu for an extra charge

  • Assorted water sports available

  • 19-hole golf course

    • Barcelo Bavaro Golf Course 12 km from hotel

Located at Riu’s Caribbean Street

  • Eternal Spa

    • Body and beauty treatments, massages (additional charge); complimentary sauna and Jacuzzi

  • Pizzeria

  • Gym

  • Hairdresser

  • Jewelry Store

  • Pharmacy

  • Photo development

  • Billiards

  • “Pacha” Disco

  • and an assortment of shops.

Children’s Programs at the Riu Bambu

  • There is daily entertainment for children ages 4-to12-years.

  • Baby sitting can be arranged for a fee which varies (see hotel).

  • Advance notice (24-hours) is required for babysitting

Riu Bambu Hotel Restrictions

  • Drinks at the Pacha Disco are not included

  • No spring breakers

Additional information on the Riu Bambu:

Credit cards accepted:

  • Visa

  • MasterCard

  • American Express

  • Diners Card

Check in and out times:

  • Check in:  12:00 noon

  • Check-out:  12:00 noon

  • Total Rooms:  560

  • Year opened:  1999

Judy and Maria's Summation of the ClubHotel Riu Bambu

 

In our opinion, the ClubHotel Riu Bambu is a wonderful all-inclusive vacation property in Punta Cana.  The Riu Bambu is avalue-added hotel that is fun and active. It is a good option for those seeking a fun atmosphere!  The huge pool with swim up pool bar is the hub of daily activity.  Watersports are "king" at the Riu Bambu.  The Riu Bambu's spectacular white sand stretch of beach is lined by turquoise sea and tall coconut palms and is the perfect place to enjoy the ocean breezes. 

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A plus for vacations at the the Riu Bambu is they have access to all the facilities at the Riu Taino and Riu Naiboa Hotels.

 

The Riu Bambu is a popular hotel selection for those electing to get married away!  The guests in the wedding party can select from 5 hotels on site with ratings from 6-star elegance and sophistication to 4-star moderate fun.  The Riu complex in Punta Cana is very popular at Judy and Maria's Travel, Inc. for destination weddings.

 

In closing, the Riu Bambu is a very popular and strong moderate (5-star / APPLE rated) all-inclusive hotel in Punta Cana.

Club Hotel Riu Bambu Contact information

Playa Arena Gorda
Punta Cana
Dominican Republic
Tel:  809 221-7575
Fax: 809 221-7373
Email:  clubhotel.bambu@riu.com

 

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By knowing their product offering first hand, a recommendation by Judy and Maria goes beyond the simple “brochure sale”. Currently, Judy & Maria’s regularly send their clients to our Riu Resorts in Jamaica, Mexico and the Dominican Republic. As we prepare to open new properties in Puerto Vallarta, Montego Bay, Mazatlan and Costa Rica, we know they will be among the first to visit and promote these exciting new Hotels.

We look forward to a strong and continued partnership with Judy & Maria’s and hopes that they will remain one of our top Riu Partner Club members for many years to come."
 

Fernando Dragonne
Director – Retail Trade Business
Riu Hotels & Resorts


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