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Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive

4.0 star property
All-inclusive beachfront property with free water park, near Arena Gorda Beach

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Step into paradise at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive, where white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters meet modern luxury. Unwind with a body wrap or treatment at Renova Spa, indulge in a meal at one of six on-site restaurants, and enjoy water sports like scuba diving or parasailing.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 6 restaurants and 4 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Free water park
  • Nightclub
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • 4 indoor tennis courts
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (U)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(317 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (Tropical View, U)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(135 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite (U)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, Ocean View (U)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (L)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (Superior, L)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (E)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (Superior, E)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite (L)

  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite (E)

  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (Tropical View | C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite (C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (C)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (Tropical View | B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, Sea View (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (E)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite Junior with Sea View

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Living area | Flat-screen TV

Suite

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room Superior

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite Junior

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
Playa de Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, La Altagracia, 23000

What's nearby

  • Arena Gorda Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Splash Water Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Punta Blanca Golf Course - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Los Corales Beach - 19 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Bavaro Beach - 27 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mikado - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caney Buffet - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bar Piscina Hibiscus - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Colonial - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bahia Principe Lobby Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive

At Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive, you can hit the beach to play volleyball or relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Arena Gorda Beach. There's plenty of fun with the 3 outdoor pools and free water park, and guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, and hydrotherapy. Dining choices include 6 restaurants and the 4 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. Other highlights at this all-inclusive property include a nightclub, a free kid's club, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff.

All inclusive

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers
Meals and beverages at companion properties

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorized water sports, land activities, and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkeling
Windsurfing

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Dancing
Water fitness
Yoga

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Access to onsite nightclubs
Onsite live performances

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 676 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
    • When a room reservation includes a round-trip airport transfer at no charge, it's essential to respond to the supplier's message to arrange the shuttle service.
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
    • Free supervised childcare
    • Free children's club
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–11 AM
  • 6 restaurants
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Free water park access
  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised childcare/activities
  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Tennis
  • Fitness classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Parasailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Windsurfing
  • Shopping
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Free water park
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • 4 indoor tennis courts
  • Nightclub
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

Renova Spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Ecostars, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses a grey water recycling system.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

All Inclusive Punta Cana RIU
All Inclusive RIU Punta Cana
Palace RIU Punta Cana
Punta Cana Palace
Punta Cana Palace RIU
Punta Cana RIU
RIU All Inclusive Punta Cana
RIU Palace Punta Cana
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RIU Punta Cana Palace
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Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive Punta Cana

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive?

No, this property doesn't have a casino, but Casino Avalon Princess (8-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, parasailing, and windsurfing and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools. Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive also has 4 bars, a nightclub, and a waterslide, as well as a sauna, a steam room, and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive?

Yes, there are 6 onsite restaurants.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive like?

Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive is a short 8-minute walk from Arena Gorda Beach and 8 minutes' walk from Splash Water Park. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The beach was great, clean, and had good waves with plenty of variety of activities. (131 reviews)
  • The pools were clean, nice, and enjoyable, with some even having a swim-up bar. (78 reviews)
  • The all-inclusive package offered great value with excellent food, drink options, and amenities, making it a top-notch experience. (23 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was a gorgeous property and the staff were very friendly.
Elizabeth, 9-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Beautiful resort, great location and a very attentive staff.
Neil, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Best stay yet
William, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place for couples!
Gabriela Lee, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, clean, friendly staff.
Aida, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was exceptional!
Steven, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed the stay so much. Staff are amazing and friendly, they treat people with love and respect.
Hala, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great time had by all 5 of us! We spent Thanksgiving here and had the best time! Great staff, beautiful resort!
Nicole Lucia, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great food!!
MICHAEL, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Love it! Nice Resort! Food is good and much variety, nice pools and beach, 5 of 5 star I’ll be back soon
TOMAS, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excelent stay
Raymond, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely one of the best beaches. The staff is helpful and very friendly. Definitely our favorite place to go in the Dominican Republic and Mexico.
Robert Michael, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

I have a great stay at this hotel. The hotel was very clean. The staff was excellent and the shows were amazing.
Santa, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The property was great, the pools were nice. The staff was excellent and really accommodating. Would definitely come back again!
Ameena, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great amenities and great service, even when the hotel was sold out, the staff was always happy to help us find a table wherever we were, and the fact that you can go to other Riu hotels is a plus
Wagih, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

RIU is always a great choice
Jehu, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was spacious and clean the service/staff on this resort was excellent!! Food was great all around an excellent experience.
Marisol, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience
Esfira, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was great. Food was good. Amenities are fantastic.
Derrick, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Food has variety and good, staff are friendly
Thang, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great. Room was clean and comfy.
sarah, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonder staff, clean rooms and overall great experience.
Hollie, 5-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

A pretty decent property for an qll inclusive
Anoop, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Over all the resort was great! The food was good! Customer Service was outstanding! The only thing the WiFi wasn’t that great. The Riu party was lit we definitely had a time! I would definitely stay again!
Andrea, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room in decent condition, staff is excellent
Michael, 12-night trip