We stayed here for our honeymoon. After a long flight we arrived at the hotel to welcome drinks. Checked in adn then went to our room. Rooms are good size, very clean, had a balcony and optics with gin, vodka and rum. Also a stocked fridge with coke, plenty water and beer.

The food was very average with a fair selection. we were always able to get something to eat whenever we wanted. The best nights were the themed nights as they seemed to have a wider variety. If you didnt like the Dominican food they had the usual british things as well.

The entertainment team were fabulous. Always full of energy and new how to motivate people into taking part in teh activities but were not to pushy if you just wanted a day of rest.

We went a few excursions, which were worth while but were not cheap! Its good to get out and about and see outside the hotel.

I went to stay here with my gf and her sister in Feb. Long time ago i know, lol it was great, we had a fantastic time, really enjoyed the food and the entertainment staff was really great, so funny. We wish we did more excursions,but the city tour was really cool. no complaints.

The rooms at the Riu Mambo were not very modern but found to be better as it fitted in with the experience of the Dominican Republic. Kept in immaculate condition as were cleaned every day with pillows in the shape of animals left on our bed. However, the men who fill the mini bar in our room did tell us off as our younger daughters (aged 16) got blitzed off whisky & vod. The food was repeatitive but enjoyable so there was no problem. Furthermore, do not eat the vomit fruit.. It's vile and smells of sick. My younger daughter was at the buffet recieving a plate of chips when a chef threw a piece of steak on the grill and the fat spitted & spatted at her. She screamed as she felt burning and looked down, only to see a peice of beef on her chest leaving a severe burn. The chef had no sympathy and was not apologetic as he looked at her like a peice of muck on his shoe. The staff were overly friendly as one boy (aka Pepsi) kept glaring at & winking at my daughter who felt very uncomfortable. Some other staff didn't make us feel very welcome. A girl called Dominga was also very miserable about helping with our phone card and this lead to my bill being £342.89.

We went to the Mambo for our family holiday. Our room wasn't ready as we arrived before three. We received our envelope with all our information and bracelets and went and had lunch. Once luch was done, our room was ready. The rooms could use a little updating but it was very clean so no big deal. We found the staff to be personable and always interacting with the guests. Food had variety of everything and there was self serve Presidente in the buffet. We did the Outback safari while we were there. Got picked up at 8:30 am and was back at the resort by 5:30 pm long day but fun.We had use of all three Rius and spent time at each one having a drink, having lunch etc. These resorts are very good value for your dollar but the Mambo beach appeared to be the best. Michael Jackson show is not to be missed. Good time!