This was my first time visiting an all-inclusive of any kind, - so most of my issues were due to my own ignorance about how certain things just are - and are going to be at any huge, family, beachside all-inclusive like RIU. If you kind of know what you’re getting into, you’ll be fine— in fact, you’ll have a fabulous time with your family. Don’t go alone like I did. This is a family place— bring a parent or a sibling if you dont have kids, you’ll have a blast. Plenty to do, drink, eat. The buffets are bountiful and fresh but you start to get sick of it after a few meals. About half (maybe more?) of each meal’s buffets are the same items day after day— but it’s kind of OK because most of it is really good!! The bread (all kinds— rolls, BAGELS, TORTILLAS!!) fabulous. The FISH, especially the Sea Bass which is front and center every single day in the same spot—PERFECTION. The only culinary downside for me was the complete lack of breakfast potatoes and the potatoes at other meals were really soggy and weird. The star of the show was the abundant and diverse and colorful, TASTY FRESH FRUIT— wow. Also, the horchata if you can find it. They hide it in a barrel in the corner. ;-)
Overall, it’s a beautiful place to spend some family time— the staff will help you if you need anything. It was pretty easy for me to get around with some mobility issues, although it is a large property and depending where your room is, requires a decent amount of walking. The beach is 10/10.
