We are so excited to spend an extended weekend with you in Bavaro, Dominican Republic.
Our travel agent, Diana, has secured group rates with Riu Palace Bavaro. All the information for your travel and accommodations is below.
Should you have any questions, you can reach our Customer Experience Experts at groups@barefootbridal.com, or you can call or text them at 866-822-7336.
The Riu Palace Bavaro Hotel is designed to satisfy the needs of all types of guests, as it has more than 600 rooms divided between the main building and the 12 exclusive villas. All of its rooms have free WiFi, a mini-bar with a beverage dispenser, a coffee machine, 24-hour room service, and a balcony or terrace, among numerous other amenities. And, to enjoy the Caribbean sun, you can go down to the Arena Gorda beach or cool off in one of the hotel swimming pools, one of which is just for children.
To keep you entertained during your holiday, Riu Palace Bavaro Hotel in Punta Cana has developed a complete programme of activities to make sure all its guests have fun. The live music and shows, the RiuLand Kids' Club with its special programme for children, and the discotheque guarantee you a fun-filled stay. Plus, you'll be able to practice sports in the hotel or on the beach, or unwind in the Renova Spa and relax with the finest body and beauty treatments.
The gastronomic offering of the Riu Palace Bavaro Hotel stands out for its variety and exquisite preparation. You'll be able to savour an authentic American breakfast; the best Japanese, Italian, and fusion cuisine with cooking show stations; or enjoy yourself in the steakhouse in the pool area. And, the six bars serve ice cream, snacks, and refreshments all day, so that you won't lack for anything during your getaway.
In addition to the essential services for authentic holidays, the Riu Palace Bavaro Hotel has six conference rooms, with a capacity of 1000 persons, for holding your meetings or events with the help of a team of professionals specialised in organising these types of events.
The Riu Palace Bavaro Hotel is part of a complex with the Riu Palace Punta Cana Hotel, the Riu Palace Macao Hotel, the Riu Bambu ClubHotel, and the Riu Naiboa Hotel, where you'll find all the services, facilities, and amenities you need for an unforgettable holiday. Even so, we suggest you consult our Punta Cana tourist guide to plan visits and excursions outside the hotel to see the most incredible places in the Dominican Republic. If you've decided to visit Punta Cana, make sure not to miss the best offers of the Riu Palace Bavaro Hotel and plan your holiday with RIU Hotels & Resorts.
Special Group Rates have been secured with a 3-night minimum stay and rooms are in inventory until August 04, 2025 ready for you to book your stay! Please note that inventory is not live and is subject to availability. Additional categories may also be available; email groups@barefootbridal.com if you're interested in a room category not listed below.
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Junior Suite
These 41 m2 rooms at the Hotel Riu Palace Bavaro offer you the best amenities for enjoying your stay. In the Junior Suites, you'll have two queen size beds (150x200 cm) or one king size bed (200x200 cm), a sofa in the lounge area, a hydromassage bathtub, WiFi, satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar and beverage dispenser, a coffee maker, and a balcony or terrace.
November 15 - November 22, 2025:
- $221.00/night per person for 1 in a room.
- $153.00/night per person for 2 in a room.
- $146.00/night per person for 3 in a room.
- Free for child (0 - 1)
- $78.00/night per child (2 - 12)
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Superior Jr. Suite - Elite Club
These 43 m2 rooms at the Hotel Riu Palace Bavaro are perfectly adapted to ensure that you enjoy the utmost comfort during your stay. They have two queen size beds (150x200 cm) or one king size bed (200x200 cm), a sofa and lounge area, a bathroom with a shower, WiFi, satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar, beverage dispensers, a coffee maker and a balcony or terrace.
November 15 - November 22, 2025:
- $334.00/night per person for 1 in a room.
- $231.00/night per person for 2 in a room.
- $221.00/night per person for 3 in a room.
To participate in all of the group-related activities, secure your booking with a $100.00 deposit using the Book Now button that appears next to the room category of your choice once you've entered your travel dates and occupants below.
- The deposit is refundable with an e-mailed cancellation prior to August 04, 2025. Travel insurance, which is discounted and highly recommended, is always non-refundable
- The balance will automatically be drafted to the card on file on August 04, 2025.
Changes to parties, travel dates, and room categories may be made prior to August 04, 2025. After this date, all reductions are non-refundable and all change requests will incur a $125.00 change fee. Any changes requested after the balance due date must be paid for in full upfront even before they are confirmed. The hotel reserves the right to cancel any bookings not paid for according to the due dates outlined above.
Private round trip group transfers will be coordinated for you! Flights must be submitted by October 04, 2025.
- If you are flying into PUJ, transfers are $45.00 per person for those flying together and $90.00 for those flying separately.
Please note, single occupants and occupants in a shared room with separate invoices will automatically be charged the solo rate for transfers, but will receive a refund if they are on the same flights as anyone else in the group once the flight itineraries are all collected.
Transfers are automatically added to your reservation. If you wish to secure your own transportation, please email groups@barefootbridal.com to remove the transfers from your invoice.
Yes! You can structure your payments in one of 3 ways after making a deposit:
- Let the balance charge automatically on the balance due date.
- Set up a monthly auto draft by emailing groups@barefootbridal.com.
- Make payments on your own schedule at any time with the "Make a Payment" button below.
Yes! A passport is needed to fly anywhere internationally - please take the time now to locate your passport and check the expiration date; make sure it is valid for 6 months after your anticipated return date. Check this site for more passport info: https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/passports
Travel Insurance is available for all US-based travelers and highly recommended. Rates are per person, depending on the cost of the land-only portion of your trip. Travel Insurance can be added at any point; however, in order to receive the full benefit of the travel insurance, you must add it within 5 days of booking. Otherwise, the "Cancel For Any Reason" benefit will not apply and the only benefits will be for in-travel issues (per New York State law, CFAR does not apply to any NY residents). Please note that once purchased, travel insurance is nonrefundable.
The rates are as follows:
| Rate | Booking Total |
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| $139.99 | Up to $800 |
| $189.99 | Up to $1500 |
| $229.99 | Up to $3000 |
| $284.99 | Up to $4000 |
Any payments made towards bookings, except for travel insurance, are fully refundable if requested in writing to groups@barefootbridal.com by 5:00pm Eastern the day before August 04, 2025. If a cancellation request is not made in time, all moneys paid towards travel will be nonrefundable.