Resort Description

A perfect location with all facilities aligning with the beach and steps from the Caribbean Street .The name is in honor of the Tiano Indians, the first inhabitants on this 15 mile stretch of bone-white beach. Their talents in thatching, may have inspired that very palapa, you may be sitting under; suntan lotion applied and ready to embrace the golden rays. While the Indian may have kayaked with fishing line, you can soar across turquoise waters, on a windsurfer or sailboat. Legacies of Indians aside, you'll still feel some lingering connection by the beauty of natural vegetation, in this beachfront location.

The spacious lobby with high wood-celing with a dominican style peak, and natural white stones walls opens to gardens of banana trees, ferns growing up date palms, hedges bursting with red flowers . Villas in soft tangerine color with white lattice accents around the balconies, are tucked into this tropical display of greenery and blossoms. Tiled walkways lead to a large pool with a spired dome over the swim-up bar. Activities with Merengue lessons and lively fun, seem to generate at this particular Riu. You can easily slip out of the pool and walk steps over to the beach, and are 3 minutes from the Caribbean Street with shops and Pizzeria.

Accommodations: The rooms in villas offers one double and one single bed in each room, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, satellite TV, mini-bar with water, sodas, beer, and liquor dispensor, safety-box, full bathroom, hairdryer. Balcony or patio. 360 rooms (There are some rooms - one in each villas which offer an alcove with an extra single bed, suitable for families. Request when booking).

The Riu Taino is a bungalow complex nestled in the midst of a beachfront palm grove. Surrounded by splendid gardens, this resort resembles a typical Dominican village, with a quiet, tropical ambianceperfect for both couples and families.

Food and beverages are available until 2:00 am, guests can use all the bars within the Riu complex (except those at the Riu Palace). Caribbean Street is part of the Riu complex and offers an array of shops, services and boutiques.

Facilities Description

The Riu Taino is located on the white beaches of Playa de Arena Gorda, 23 km away from the airport and 50 km away from the city of Higuey.

• Barber / Beauty Salon
• Boutique Shops
• Car Rental
• Concierge
• Currency Exchange
• Disco / Nightclub
• Laundry / Dry Cleaning Service
• Parking
• Aerobics: Complimentary
• Jacuzzi: Complimentary
• Massage: Additional Charge
• Sauna: Additional Charge

There is a wonderful freshwater pool area with a children`s section and sunbathing terrace.

• Outdoor Pools: 1

Beach Description

The hotel is located directly on a magnificent 26 km stretch of white sand beach, dotted with palms and bordering pristine Caribbean waters. Guests have access to lounge chairs and an array of watersports (windsurfing, sailing, canoes, etc).

Activities

Watersports, Tennis, Shopping on the Caribbean Street, Table Tennis, Aerobics, Watersports, Tennis, Shopping.

Nightly shows, live music several times a week, the Pacha Discotheque (drinks not included), Daily animation show in the bar.

Restaurants

There are 4 Restaurants at Riu Taino:

• La Bamba - Pool snack bar
• Las Arecas - Main buffet restaurant - full American breakfast buffet, lunch & dinner. Show cooking, and weekly theme nights
• Mediterranean - Mediterranean cuisine serving dinner. Reservations required. Men are required to wear long pants.
• Grill-Steakhouse - Grill Steakhouse serving dinner. Reservations required. Men are required to wear long pants.

Rooms Description

• Standard Garden View Room -

Watersports

• Fishing: Additional Charge
• Sunfish Sailing: Complimentary
• Scuba: Additional Charge
• Snorkeling: Complimentary
• Waterskiing: Additional Charge
• Wind Surf: Complimentary

Kids Activities

Watersports, Tennis, Shopping on the Caribbean Street, Table Tennis, Aerobics, Watersports, Tennis, Shopping.

Nightly shows, live music several times a week, the Pacha Discotheque (drinks not included), Daily animation show in the bar.