Riu Republica - Adults only - All Inclusive

everything was amazing , i will be going back soon with my kids

We were transferred to a different resort because republica was closed. The resort was suppose to the adult only and there were kids running around everywhere. Our room ended up being downgraded, we were suppose to be in an ocean balcony. There was only two restaurants open at a time at dinner time and the food was not great. The staff was amazing though, super attentive and friendly. The beach was full of seaweed, you could barely swim. The resort next to this one had a device out every morning getting rid of seaweed during low tide where Riu palace did not.. however I appreciated the safety of the resort during COVID, the staff was constantly cleaning and ensuring everyone was wearing a mask and sanitizing in public areas

Great outdoor facilities, but the service it’s awful. Let’s say beyond awful, they cockroaches in the bathroom and had to call four times for them to come and clean up. Front desk staff extremely rude. Never going back! Also the food was terrible, they aren’t any restaurants with menu all of them are buffets and make you wait 15 minutes to be seated when the restaurant is completely empty.

Ants all over our entire room, when we asked to have the problem fixed, a man simply sprayed the bugs. We were not offered a new room or anything. We were not able to use our resort credit anywhere at the resort. Also all excursions were cancelled.

I liked the “quiet bar,” where the pool and swim up bar was not packed and not loud like the party pool was. Also liked Being able to find seat at beach. Best part of meals was their desserts. Did not like garbage and empty plates sitting around for hours even over night. Staff was not particularly friendly. Food was so so and drinks lacked alcohol. They closed down bars as week went on to consolidate since the virus scare continued.

close proximity to the beach and other resource facilities, such as the lounge, restaurants, bars and swimming pools.

The best I would definitely would return to this resort

Dining staff need to work on guest service and attentiveness to guest needs. Seems like most everyone had to hail a server to get something, water or drink refills, etc.

The food wasn’t that good and common areas were dirty I guess I expected more cleanliness during COV-ID. All in all I would book again as the staff and overall experience was exceptional. Speedy check in and out and hotel events were good!

There were several pools ( some for relaxing and some for the party crowd). I would suggest dedicated single traveler events.