Rating8.4
Rating8.0
Rating8.1Adults OnlyFull activities program including water sports, land sports, kids clubs, fitness, and evening entertainment. Splash Water World access shared with neighboring Riu properties. Excursions to Saona Island and local adventures are popular extra-charge options.
Central pool for general swimming. Organized activities run here throughout the day.
Second main pool for capacity distribution across the 1,000-room property.
Third pool area.
The primary social pool with the Surfin' swim-up bar. Cocktails and drinks without leaving the water — the most active daytime area.
Second swim-up bar pool with an integrated whirlpool section. Alternative to the main social pool for guests who want a slightly different atmosphere.
Shallow children's area with water play features.
Second dedicated children's pool.
Shared water park with neighboring Riu properties. Multiple slides and water park features. Access included for Riu Bambu guests — one of the more impressive complimentary water park options in Punta Cana.
Hotel Riu Bambu is perfectly situated on the 'incredible' Arena Gorda beach, renowned for its seemingly endless stretch of soft, white sand and natural shade provided by swaying palm trees. Guests can enjoy calm Caribbean waters ideal for swimming and non-motorized water sports like windsurfing and kayaking, with complimentary sun loungers and beach towels provided.
Boards from the beach. Arena Gorda's trade wind conditions support beginner and intermediate windsurfing.
From the beach. Included. Calm Caribbean conditions at Arena Gorda.
Provided at the beach. Arena Gorda has some nearshore marine life though serious snorkeling requires an excursion.
Pool-based introduction to scuba. Included.
Beach and pool volleyball with organized games and pickup play.
Court access with equipment on loan. Note: courts are reported to be in poor condition and maintenance has been inconsistent.
Organized sports on the multipurpose court — football, basketball, and general athletics.
Basic fitness equipment. Included.
RIU brand fitness program with Zumba, aqua aerobics, and cardio classes.
Steam bath access at the neighboring Riu Palace Bavaro property.
Dedicated kids club for younger children with supervised programming.
Older children's programming with age-appropriate activities.
Teen-specific programming and social space.
Full-day activities organized by the entertainment team. Pool games, beach sports, and social events.
Nightly entertainment in the theater and entertainment areas.
Access to the on-site Pachá franchise nightclub. One of the stronger resort nightclub offerings in Punta Cana.
Splash Water World is shared across multiple Riu Punta Cana properties. The water park has significant slide infrastructure and the Riu Pool Party is one of the brand's signature entertainment events.
Extra charge. Jet skiing and other motorized activities.
Extra charge. Mahi-mahi, wahoo, and blue marlin fishing in Caribbean waters.
Educational session on Dominican cacao production and chocolate-making. A cultural activity specific to the Dominican Republic's role in global cacao supply.
Educational session on Dominican cacao production and chocolate-making. A cultural activity specific to the Dominican Republic's role in global cacao supply.
Extra charge. Saona Island — a national park with pristine white sand and clear water — is one of the most popular day excursions from Punta Cana. Worth booking for at least one day.
Extra charge. Multiple excursion types available from the concierge desk. Dune buggy tours are the most popular.
Extra charge. Dolphin swim and encounter programs through area operators.
Extra charge. Whale watching (January-March for humpback migration in Samaná) requires a longer day trip. Horseback riding and private catamaran through the concierge.
