PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
This bungalow complex is nestled in the middle of a palm grove, on 15 miles of pure white sand beach. Riu's "Service with Heart" makes this hotel friendly and accommodating. Enjoy Riu's "Caribbean Street," where you'll find a variety of shops, a massage parlor, hair salon, and many other attractions and accommodations. This resort features a wonderful freshwater pool area with a children's section and sunbathing terrace, perfect for soaking up the Caribbean sun. The "Pacha" discothèque is open for entertainment and drinks every night of the week. 360 air-conditioned rooms.

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 bars within the Riu complex (except those at the Riu Palace), and the complex offers the Caribbean Street, with its vast array of shops, services and boutiques.

There are no handicapped rooms. Drinks at the Pacha Discothèque are not included.

The Riu Taino is located on the white beaches of Playa de Arena Gorda, 23 km away from the airport and 50 km away from the city of Higuey.

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).

Daily Activities: Watersports, Tennis, Shopping on the Caribbean Street, Table Tennis, Aerobics, Waterpolo, Volley Ball, and organized activities by the pool/beach. Nightly shows, live music several times a week, the Pacha Discotheque (drinks not included), Daily animation show in the bar.

Restaurent: 2 Bar: 2
American Grill
Tex/Mex and Steak house
Da Mario
Gormet Italian (a la carte)
Main Restaurant
A buffet restaurant serving international cuisine. Guests may not wear bathing suits or tank tops in the Main Restaurant, and during dinner gentlemen must wear trousers. Casual dress code.
Pool Restaurant
A casual buffet restaurant and snack bar.

Childrens Activities The Riu Miniclub organizes daily activities for children between the ages of 4 and 12 years old.

Babysitter $8.00 per hour

Golf Bavaro Golf Course - 12 km away
Barcelo Bavaro Golf Course is an 18-hole, Par 72 course designed by Juan Manuel Gordillo. This course 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.