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The All Inclusive Riu Merengue is a world-class hotel that caters to families, the younger crowd, and businessmen alike, and the fact that it shares its already comprehensive facilities with two other hotels—that is, the Riu Bachata and the Riu Mambo—allows it to give its guests more options and benefits it would've otherwise lacked if it were not in the middle of an extensive hotel chain. The Riu Merengue's half-a-mile or of beachfront property is blessed with a panoramic view of the inimitable Atlantic Ocean as well.

The Riu Merengue is part of a successful hotel chain that links it and its sibling establishments together in one compound within a large Dominican Republic beachfront property. In a nutshell, the Riu Merengue All Inclusive Hotel in Puerto Plata is composed of large, open-air, and plaza-like structures similar to those found at the Riu Bachata as well as all inclusive amenities, literally dozens of recreational activities, and a lively nightlife for the younger guests.

Many people take note that the Riu Merengue All Inclusive Hotel in Puerto Plata (and its brethren resorts) all sport a distinctive pastel coloring that make them look like villages instead of hotels. Indeed, the All Inclusive Riu Merengue and its other neighboring resorts are about as lively as a village filled with different characters and friendly faces that epitomize the true meaning of hospitality. Dominican Republic beaches such as those found in Puerto Plata can compete with any other beach in the world simply because their resorts know how to balance the natural perks of nature with the manmade benefits of a first-class hotel. The marriage between the tropical feel of Puerto Plata and the clubhouse-like atmosphere of the Riu Merengue is an experience like no other. The harmony between hotel and beach is what makes the Riu Merengue and the rest of the hotels in the Riu Resort hotel chain so special.

The Riu Merengue's collection of rooms shouldn't be dismissed; after all, it offers over five hundred forty-four guestrooms and suites in 86 two-story pastel buildings that make the whole resort look like a charming village of some sort. The Riu Merengue All Inclusive Hotel in Puerto Plata has also furnished the ground-floor patios and ocean-view balconies with cocktail tables and chairs so that anyone can sit back and enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of a figurative Atlantic dreamland.

To maintain the provincial feel of this seaside resort, the All Inclusive Riu Merengue's decor includes granite bathroom vanities, tile floors, and rattan furniture. The wooden-paddled ceiling fans that complement the air conditioning of each room are also nice additions to the Dominican Republic resort's distinctly Latino feel. The staff and crew of the Riu Merengue All Inclusive Hotel in Puerto Plata are trained to help you through this engrossing vacation at every step of the way.

As for the All Inclusive Riu Merengue's rooms, they themselves are undoubtedly topnotch. After all, the All-Inclusive Riu Merengue resort has a great reputation  for nothing but the best for its guests. Ergo, the Riu Merengue offers amenities and facilities like premium TV channels from U.S. and Europe via either cable or satellite TV, complimentary toiletries, compact refrigerators containing alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, daily housekeeping, liquor dispensers sporting high-grade alcoholic drinks (e.g., brandy, gin, vodka, and rum), wakeup calls to keep your hotel itinerary in check, complimentary bottled water, air conditioning with climate control, blackout drapes or curtains, and so on.

As for the amenities and extra details, the Riu Merengue All Inclusive Hotel in Puerto Plata has a complete inventory of those as well. After all, the All Inclusive Riu Merengue is aware of what "all inclusive" really means, so having the following particulars available is just part of its job. Anyhow, this Dominican Republic hotel features cribs or infant beds for your little ones, extra rollaway beds for the other members of your family or group, smoking rooms for avid smokers, an in-room safe for your valuables, a clock radio that goes hand-in-hand with the wakeup call service, an iron plus an ironing board for your ruffled clothes, child care services (requires surcharge), a shower and tub combination, and a hairdryer.

A top-class, high-grade hotel like the Riu Merengue goes the extra mile, which means an entertainment package is needed in order to make your trip memorable and worthwhile. The Riu Merengue All Inclusive Hotel in Puerto Plata is very eager to please in that regard, which is why it regularly maintains a 15 square feet children's pool and a 175 square feet freeform pool.

Sure, the Maimon Bay beach is just right there, and the Atlantic Ocean is an attraction all its own, but the mark of a world-class hotel (which is something that the All Inclusive Riu Merengue undoubtedly is) depends on its ability to always give people choices so that every single whim and preference is met. Ergo, this Dominican Republic resort offers an eight-person jetted section at the twin pools plus a swim-up bar that's shared by the Riu Merengue via its partner hotel, the Riu Bachata. The presence of thatched-roof sunshades and padded lounge chairs complete the extensive ensemble of benefits provided by the All Inclusive Riu Merengue resort.

The Riu Merengue All Inclusive Hotel in Puerto Plata doesn't only have the tropical feel of the rustling palm trees, the silk-like sand, the salty sea breeze, and the infinite horizon of the panoramic Atlantic Ocean to fall back on. This proud Dominican Republic resort also houses cardio-building aerobics centers for fitness enthusiasts, a basketball or volleyball court for those who want to test the limits of their stamina, a horse-riding stable for those who are experts in equine pursuits, a parasailing center for those who really want to get their adrenalin pumping, a fishing pond for those who'd rather have some quiet time with themselves, and a playground for the kids to play in. Everybody's having a great time at the Riu Merengue.

Then again, the whole point of having a vacation at the Riu Merengue All Inclusive Hotel in Puerto Plata—or any other beachfront resort, for that matter—is the beach! Fortunately, Puerto Plata's renowned Maimon Bay that's found at the western end of this Dominican Republic hotel is among the world's finest beaches, and the All Inclusive Riu Merengue takes advantage of this fact by providing the very best in beach-related entertainment. With a simple request on your part, you'll be supplied with boogie boards, windsurfers, pedal boats, Hobie Cat sailboats, snorkeling gear, or kayaks as part of the All Inclusive Riu Merengue's vacation.

If you have some pocket cash to spare, then you'll get even more recreational options available to you at the Riu Merengue. Whether you decide to take up scuba-diving classes and certification sessions, have some snorkeling or scuba-diving excursions once you're ready to explore the deep blue sea, jet ski to your heart's content, go in a banana boat expedition with your entire family, take up sailing or windsurfing lessons to really achieve a water-sport experience you'll never forget, and much more, the Riu Merengue All Inclusive Hotel in Puerto Plata will not disappoint in the least. (Note: Some of the watersports activities listed above are additional cost) The Dominican Republic is proud to have the Riu Resort hotel chain within its ever-popular tourist spot, Puerto Plata.

The Riu Merengue exudes magnificence and class in every aspect of its promotions, so it's only natural that its restaurants and bars are. The All Inclusive Riu Merengue Puerto Plata resort upholds its pledge of excellence, and that includes the satisfaction of its guests' taste buds.

Of course, the Riu Merengue All Inclusive Hotel in Puerto Plata will only have the best cuisine options available in order to satisfy the tongues of various nationalities. Indeed, the All Inclusive Riu Merengue does not limit itself to one flavor.

The two other brethren resorts alongside the Riu Merengue will guarantee that your lunch and beverage privileges will always be varied throughout the duration of your hotel stay. Boredom and monotony is not an option when it comes to fine dining at the Riu Merengue All Inclusive Hotel in Puerto Plata, which is evidenced by the following establishments:

• La Roca: This is the All Inclusive Riu Merengue's pride and joy when it comes to open-air, plaza-like eateries featuring endless buffets. Whether you want to pick the best entrees for your breakfast and lunch or enjoy the adorable little menu changes they have during theme-dinner sessions, this Riu Merengue restaurant truly delivers the goods.
• La Plaza: This huge, open-air covered court that doubles as a bar keeps up with the All Inclusive Riu Merengue's tradition of immersing its guests with the tropical ambiance of the Atlantic. It's open from about noon to late night, so it's undoubtedly one of the social hotspots of the All Inclusive Riu Merengue.
• La Rumba: This is yet another open-air bar that serves as the resort's special lounge of sorts; it is mostly known for providing the guests of the Riu Merengue All Inclusive Hotel in Puerto Plata with an active nightlife.
• Pacha: This air-conditioned disco from the neighboring Riu Mambo hotel will have you partying from ten in the evening to two in the morning, provided that you're eighteen years old and above and it's not Monday (because they're closed on Mondays).
• Macumba: The Riu Merengue All Inclusive Hotel in Puerto Plata understands the importance of all-inclusive variety, which is why the Macumba establishment embodies inimitable diversity in just one place. During the day, it's mostly a restaurant and snack bar that serves an all-afternoon snack buffet or delicious Continental breakfast to start your day. You can even avail of some late night fun here because this place also transforms into a wonderful bar that's open from late morning to late at night.

Also, just beyond the snack bar is Macumba's Italian Restaurant, which is celebrated for its a la carte dinners. This Riu Merengue eatery requires you to follow a dress code and get a reservation, but these rules are worth the trouble, if only for entrees like beef filet with mushroom sauce; chicken breast stuffed with Roquefort sauce, cheese, and spinach; sea bass in Mallorca sauce; and spinach and cheese Cannelloni in tomato sauce.

As for the steakhouse portion of the Macumba restaurant (which imposes the same reservation and dress code requirements), you can get wonderful, mouth-watering dishes like pork chops, ribeye steak, beef filet, lamb chops, and a Crêpes Suzette or a Fruit Flan with Ice Cream for dessert. Satisfaction is not only guaranteed, it's also a prerequisite in the Macumba Steakhouse.