Exquisitely set on the beach of Maimon Bay, Riu Merengue provides panoramic views of surrounding green mountains and lush tropical gardens. It is the perfect place to enjoy an unforgettable vacation. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Dominican_Republic/clubhotelriumerengue/hotel/1214/22/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Sat, 6 Sep 2008 13:28:30 EST Main building facilities: * �La Rumba� lounge bar * �La Roca� restaurant with non-smoking section * Kiosk and boutique Other facilities: * Swimming pool (540sq meters), with children�s section * Complimentary lounge chairs, towels and umbrellas by the pool area * Terrace-solarium * �La Plaza� bar * �Macumba� pool snack bar/restaurant * �Pacha� Disco * Miniclub * �La Tambora� beach bar * �La Vieja� Tikki bar (in a nearby cove, 500 m / 1,710 ft. from hotel) At the Caribbean Street: * �Renova Spa�: Body and beauty treatments, massages and sauna * Gym, hairdresser, pharmacy, jewelry, Internet-room, photo studio and lab, game room (billiards) and variety of shops * Located on the beach, in Maimon Bay * Complimentary lounge chairs on the beach * Located in the Riu Resort, near the ClubHotels Riu Bachata and Riu Mambo * Main building and 1-story bungalow complex * Surrounded by 15,000 m2 / 18,000 sq. yards tropical gardens * 9 km / 5.5 miles to Puerto Plata * 150 m / 495 ft. to Caribbean Street * 25 km / 15.5 miles to Puerto Plata Int�l. Airport * 300 m / 990 ft. to bus stop * Credit cards accepted: Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Diners * 544 guestrooms * Bathroom * 110 V * Telephone * Central air conditioning * Fan * Mini-bar * Liquor dispenser * Satellite TV * In-room safe * Balcony or terrace Suites with: * Bathroom with bidet and hairdryer * Extra TV * Living room All Inclusive features Sports and activities: * Table tennis, workout, water polo, gym, billiards, beach volleyball * 3 floodlit tennis courts * Windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, pedaloes, body board, snorkelling equipment * 1 introductory scuba diving lesson in the pool Entertainment: * Daytime entertainment programme for children ages 4 to 12 (daily) * Daytime entertainment programme for adults (daily) * Riu evening programme, live music or shows (daily) Complimentary entrance to �Pacha� night club and drinks (open 6 nights a week) Complimentary entrance to �El Millon� casino at ClubHotel Riu Bachata Sports and facilities nearby (additional charge): * Assorted water sports available * 18-hole golf course * Horse riding All Inclusive features All meals and snacks: Breakfast: * Full American breakfast buffet and on the spot cooking stations * Continental breakfast/snacks Lunch: * Cold and warm dishes buffet and on the spot cooking stations * Snacks, pizzas, pasta, fresh fruits and salads Dinner (�La Roca� restaurant): * Buffets and on the spot cooking stations * Special evenings: Theme buffets (twice a week) Optional dining (advanced reservation required): * Mediterranean cuisine * Grill-/Steakhouse Snacks until 02.00 a.m. For additional lunch and snacks, free choice among a selection of restaurants within the Riu Resort Beverages: * Unlimited domestic beverages (soft and alcoholic drinks) until 02.00 a.m. * Access to all bars within the Riu Resort * Mini-bar and liquor dispenser re-stocking In-room safe Type: All Inclusive Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Dominican_Republic/clubhotelriumerengue/hotel/1214/22/ Sat, 6 Sep 2008 13:28:30 EST