Riu Bachata, Puerto Plata

RiuLand is part of the offerings for families with youngsters.

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Riu Bachata's two large pools and adjacent gardens

An abundance of thatched huts surround the two large pools at Riu Bachata, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.

All-inclusive Riu Bachata in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, has a terrific location on Maimon Beach, a white-sand beauty surrounded by lush vegetation. The hotel is huge, 610 rooms, with three bars, three restaurants, a casino, free Internet access in the lobby (charge for in-room Internet) and a children's entertainment program called "RiuLand." It is a hotel ideal for families with large rooms that can comfortably accomodate two adults and two children. The RiuLand program gives little ones lots to do while parents participate in more adult activities.

All-Inclusive Riu Bachata for Families

Riu Bachata created RiuLand to give the resort's entertainment and activities program for kids a boost. The activities are planned for specific age groups: Club 4- to 7-year-olds and Club 8- to 12-year olds. It stresses physical group activities outside instead of, hotel officials say, "more static games such as handicrafts and table games." Kids have their own swimming pool of some 50 square feet.

All-Inclusive Riu Bachata Weddings

The wedding gazebo at all-inclusive Riu Bachata in the Dominican Republic

Memorable weddings at a most unique location -- a gazebo on a stunning promontory -- can be had at the all-inclusive Riu Bachata in the Dominican Republic.

Memorable weddings can be had at the all-inclusive Riu Bachata's gazebo located at the very tip of the bay, between two cliffs on a stunning promontory on the property. And it's free, with a caveat: The wedding party must book five or more rooms at the resort. What you get is a manager to help plan the day, decoration set up for the location, bridal bouquet and matching boutonniere for the groom, CD or recorded music during the ceremony, dinner for the wedding group at one of Riu Bachata's specialty restaurants, wedding cake and sparkling wine for 10 people and a surprise spa gift. For more details, visit http://www.riu.com/en/weddings/

All-Inclusive Riu Bachata Rooms

Riu Bachata's 600-plus rooms come with the usual amenities, including in-room safe, mini-bar, satellite TV and balcony or terrace, affording great views wherever you land. Triple rooms include two larger beds and a smaller one. Junior suites come with bathroom with bidet and integrated living room area.

All-Inclusive Riu Bachata Restaurants

Dining al fresco at all-inclusive Riu Bachata in Dominican Republic

One of the dining options is eating in the fresh air at all-inclusive Riu Bachata in the Dominican Republic.

Hungry in the wee hours? Riu Bachata has it covered with 24-hour all-inclusive food offerings. All-inclusive eats include full American breakfast buffet and on-the-spot cooking stations and continental breakfasts and snacks. Lunch is hot and cold buffets and all manner of snacks, including pasta, pizza, fresh fruit and salads. Dinner is at the Bahia de Maimon restaurant, which hosts twice-weekly theme buffet nights. Optional dining requiring reservations in advance are Italian cuisine and a grill and steakhouse. Beverages are unlimited, alcoholic and otherwise, 24 hours a day, with access to all bars in the resort. Also included is free entrance to the Pacha nightclub, with drinks.

Besides the Bahia de Maimon restaurant, Riu Bachata's eating/drinking options are Maracuya, a poolside restaurant; Napoles, an Italian restaurant; Caramba, a lounge bar with stage; Los Lirios, a poolside swim-up bar; the Bikini bar; and La Tambora, a beach bar.