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ClubHotel Riu Merengue


Hotel class 3.5 of 5
Bahia de Maimon, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
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4 of 5 stars
8shots   3 contributions
Michigan
Mar 18, 2010 | Trip type: Couples New

We just returned from an 8 night stay at the Merengue. I was somewhat skeptical having read earlier reviews that did not rate the resort very well at all. We had previously stayed at the Bachata so we were familiar with the area. Check in was painless. There was a musty smell in the room when we opened it up... more

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3 of 5 stars
stuob   1 contribution
laceby
Mar 17, 2010 | Trip type: Couples New

My wife and I have just returned from riu merengue. We found the bed very uncomfortable. The food was extremely bland with no variety at all, the same dishes every day. The Italiano and Steakhouse restraunts were booked up early every day yet they only had a few tables to book and the menu never changes. The alcohol is kept... more

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2 of 5 stars
Katharine92   1 contribution
England
Mar 17, 2010 | Trip type: Friends getaway New
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Being only 18 when my friend and i went traveling together alone we decided on the riu meringue as, being 5 star hotel looked safe and reliable. (This gave our parents a peace at mind) Taking the last 24 hours out of the equation - it was the best hotel Ive ever been to. The last night of our stay... more

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3 of 5 stars
TravelFinatic28   1 contribution
Grand Haven, MI
Mar 15, 2010 New

I just returned from a week stay at the Riu Merengue. There were definite ups and downs. On the plus side, the staff is courteous, outgoing, friendly, animated and charming. They strive to provide excellant service in a fun, upbeat atmosphere. There are also many international tourists there which makes it a great place to meet new people and diversify... more

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4 of 5 stars
BathRugbyMan   5 contributions
Bath, UK
Mar 13, 2010 | Trip type: Couples
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Travelled through First Choice - strongly advise that if you can afford premier class do go for it because it is a much more enjoyable and comfortable flight. This was our first trip to the Dom Rep and we had an absolutely fantastic holiday. Service and cleanliness was top notch. Rooms were large, bright and airy with good facilities. Bathroom... more

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4 of 5 stars
bex1503   1 contribution
basildon, essex
Mar 12, 2010 | Trip type: Couples
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What can I say about the merengue I absolutely loved it both myself and my patner had never been further than europe before so this was our first trip to the Carribean and we definately made the right choice with dominican. The merengue is one of 3 hotels on an a private beach it is in between the bachata and... more

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4 of 5 stars
The_Dougler   2 contributions
Brampton, Ontario
Mar 11, 2010 | Trip type: Couples
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-Check in prompt and without a hitch, staff more than accomodating. -Room, yes a little musty, but that is the climate, humidity 24/7 will cause this, opened the patio door, turned on the ceiling fan and 5 minutes later musty smell had dispated. -Overall standard for the room very good, bed firm, pillows good, bathroom excellent, no problem with water... more

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3 of 5 stars
CubaToronto   25 contributions
Toronto
Mar 10, 2010 | Trip type: Friends getaway

Rain Rain go away come back another day, it rained 5 days and we had 2 days of sun. Pool- 3 star, small and dirty. Food-4 1/2 star, good food, but repetitive Rooms, no air, musty smelling Beach- ok, lots of room, but rocky and murky. Animation, poor at best Service was poor..in the resturants The Bachata was far better... more

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4 of 5 stars
Tam140   2 contributions
Barrie, ON
Mar 10, 2010 | Trip type: Friends getaway

My cousin and I went to the Riu Merengue on Feb 21st-28th of 2010. Check in was late and flawless, other than trying to find out room....It was quite funny. Food was great, but hard to get into the a la cartes, as you had to reserve first thing in the morning and if you weren't there at the crack... more

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4 of 5 stars
GaryxxxRegina   390 contributions
Regina, Canada
Mar 9, 2010 | Trip type: Couples
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We recently spent a week, Feb. 23 - Mar. 2 at the Riu Merengue and had a very nice vacation. We had booked just two weeks in advance with about five minutes research while in a state of post vacation depression syndrome having returned from Riu Tropical Palace Negril just two weeks previous. The timing, price, work schedule and the... more

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Address: Bahia de Maimon, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
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