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Paradise Island, BS   

Riu Palace Paradise Island All Inclusive

User score 3.5 out of 5 See all reviews
6307 Casino Drive Paradise Island, New Providence Island,Paradise Island, Bahamas N-4777
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*rate found for check-in Dec 22, check-out Dec 24

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Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD

We open the completely renovated and upgraded Riu Palace Paradise Island, standing on a spectacular 3-mile stretch of white sandy beach, this magnificent property is a true oasis of fun and excitement with a distinct Bahamian flair. Relax in elegantly decorated rooms with stunning sea views and enjoy fine amenities. Choose from a succulent selection of dining options. Enjoy our Sports bar and 24 Hours Room service as well. Take part in a wide array of daily leisure activities, including a relaxing spa (additional charge), and the excitement of casino life nearby! Wireless Internet in the lobby area for free. Enjoy a daytime entertainment program, daily shows or live music, or soak in the sun, poolside. Riu Palace Paradise Island offers the ultimate all inclusive Bahamas vacation coupled with Rius outstanding services and features. At the Riu were all about you anything you need, at any time.

Additional features: Swimming pool with an integrated Jacuzzi, lounge chairs, sun umbrellas, towels for the pool and beach area, in-room personal safe, complimentary wireless Internet in lobby, fitness center with sauna and Jacuzzi, Spa(extra charge),daily activities and nightly entertainment including live music and Riu theme Shows.

Minimum Age: At least one person of 21 years old in every room.

The Hotel reserves the right of admission and therefore we may not allow any room in which all guests are younger than 21 years. This situation can have serious consequences and should be avoided at any cost.

***NO STUDENT UNDER 21 YEARS OR SPRING BREAKERS ARE ACCEPTED ALL YEAR ROUND***

Maximum Occupancy: In all RIU hotels and room categories (unless specified otherwise) the maximum occupancies are 4 bodies in room, either 3 Adults + 1 Child OR 2 Adults + 2 Children. Four adults are NOT permitted. All bodies in room will fit on existing bedding, any special request remains upon availability. Children & and third adult will sleep in existing bedding.

Discounts: Children under 2 years stay & eat free. Their age must be specified in the Booking.

Honeymooners: Will receive a surprise gift in their room upon arrival. Certificate of Marriage will be required upon arrival.

Special requests : Any special request such a extra beds, rollaways, cribs, room next door, remains upon availability of the hotel . Guests will be informed at check in.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Dec 22, check-out Dec 24

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

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Overall score

3.5 out of 5

(213 reviews)

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Hotel address: 6307 Casino Drive Paradise Island, New Providence Island, Paradise Island, Bahamas  N-4777  

 
 

Area served

Bahamas

Description

Located in Paradise Island (Bahamas) 1.8 miles from Nassau, 328 ft from Atlantis the largest casino in the Caribbean, 15.5 miles from the Airport.

Amenities

  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Wireless internet
  • Free Parking
  • Health Club
  • Fitness room
  • Internet Access
  • Handicapped rooms/facilities
  • Concierge
  • Spa services
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Conference Facilities
  • Free Breakfast
  • Pool
  • High Speed Internet

Dining

Bar

• Pool area beverage service • Lounge bar with terrace “Calypso” • Lobby bar “Colony” • Pool and swim-up bar “Soca” • Sports bar

Japanese Restaurant

Japanese restaurant “Tengoku” serving menu-style gourmet dinners, reservations required.

Grill Steakhouse

Grill Steakhouse restaurant “Bahamas” sumptuous steaks and all the extras are featured here for dinner, reservations required.

Main Dining

Main restaurant “Atlantic" with non-smoking area and terrace, offering buffet style dining and festive theme dinners.

Fusion Cuisine restaurant

Fusion Cuisine restaurant “Krystal” international food served, reservations required.

Please enter check-in and check-out dates to the right to select a room

Junior Suite Ocean View Room

Air conditioning, ceiling fan, 2 double beds or 1 king size bed, living room area, fitted carpet, direct dial phone, regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, coffee maker, satellite flat-screen TV, radio alarm clock, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15”), iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with hydro-massage bathtub and shower, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with ocean view.

Junior Suite Superior Ocean View

Air conditioning, ceiling fan, 2 double beds or 1 king size bed, living room area, fitted carpet, direct dial phone, regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, coffee maker, satellite flat-screen TV, radio alarm clock, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15”), iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with hydro-massage bathtub and shower, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with superior ocean view.

Junior Suite Ocean Front

Air conditioning, ceiling fan, 2 double beds or 1 king size bed, living room area, fitted carpet, direct dial phone, regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, coffee maker, satellite flat-screen TV, radio alarm clock, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15”), iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with hydro-massage bathtub and shower, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with ocean front.

Suite Ocean View

Air conditioning, ceiling fan, 1 king size bed, by door separate living room area with sofa, fitted carpet, direct dial phone,regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, coffee maker, satellite flat-screen TV, radio alarm clock, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15”), iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with hydro-massage bathtub and shower, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with ocean view.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Dec 22, check-out Dec 24

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

Reviews from our customers

Overall score

3.5 out of 5

(213 reviews)

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Score

4 out of 5

Trip hint

Only one problem.....

N Oct 16, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The Riu and it's staff provide everything a vacationing couple or family could ever desire. The prices are very fair and the ... rooms are nice and clean and cozy. The restaurants are wonderful, bars are lively and friendly and the beach is simply perfect. My only complaint would be not with the Riu, but with those who stay there! With the drinking age of the Bahamas being 18, loads of teenagers swarm in on the weekends only to get drunk legally. Getting a seat at the bar is next to impossible on weekends and kids are falling-down intoxicated around every corner. They disrupt mature guests and get combative with the hotel staff. I'm sure ALL Bahama hotels have this same problem, and it's a shame that they don't raise the drinking age to 21 before the reputation of the Bahamas is ruined. Otherwise, the Riu is one Hotel to experience for yourself!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Recreation/Attractions hint

Be sure to schedule a Dolphin Swim Experience for yourself and/or family. This is a once-in-a-lifetime activity that you should not miss! Also, the ferry from Paradise Island to Nassau can be a most lovely and educational (and somewhat humorous) ride, depending on your 'ferry tour guide'. Check out the aquarium below Atlantis (small fee), next door, if you have the time.


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Score

3 out of 5

Trip hint

Great deal

Cass Aug 22, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The hotel is having a facial now and it is needed. The very nice thing about the hotel is the staff and the resturants. You ... will like the fact that Atlantis is next door for some other entertainment and the beach is just magnificent.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
2
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Single

Entertainment hint, Short Walk

Check out the Atlantis market at night. You will get great entertainment and a nice spot to just chill.


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Score

2 out of 5

riu hotel stay

lytia wight Aug 21, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

the hotel was in a great location,orbitz should have notified travelers that it was closing,there where not alot of in the ... hotel, which seemed weird at first, but it was because it was closing . the food was great but the carpet in rooms and hallways seem soiled when it was dry, other than that i cant wait to return to see what it going to look like when it reopens in december,the staff was great and friendly

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
2
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
2
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Single


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Recreation/Attractions hint

Be sure to schedule a Dolphin Swim Experience for yourself and/or family. This is a once-in-a-lifetime activity that you should not miss! Also, the ferry from Paradise Island to Nassau can be a most lovely and educational (and somewhat humorous) ride, depending on your 'ferry tour guide'. Check out the aquarium below Atlantis (small fee), next door, if you have the time.

--N, Lombard, IL Oct 16, 2009

Entertainment hint, Short Walk

Check out the Atlantis market at night. You will get great entertainment and a nice spot to just chill.

--Cass, New York, NY Aug 22, 2009

Recreation/Attractions hint, Short Walk

WALK NEXT STORE TO THE ATLANTIS A SHORT WALK DOWN THE DRIVEWAY - THERE IS A GAMEROOM FOR KIDS, MOVIES, AND AND GO SEE THE AQUARIUM. IT IS FREE AND WORTH THE TRIP ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE KIDS..

--COOLCAT, NORTHERN NEW JERSEY Aug 18, 2009

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3.5 out of 5

(213 reviews)

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Score

4 out of 5

Trip hint

Only one problem.....

N Oct 16, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The Riu and it's staff provide everything a vacationing couple or family could ever desire. The prices are very fair and the ... rooms are nice and clean and cozy. The restaurants are wonderful, bars are lively and friendly and the beach is simply perfect. My only complaint would be not with the Riu, but with those who stay there! With the drinking age of the Bahamas being 18, loads of teenagers swarm in on the weekends only to get drunk legally. Getting a seat at the bar is next to impossible on weekends and kids are falling-down intoxicated around every corner. They disrupt mature guests and get combative with the hotel staff. I'm sure ALL Bahama hotels have this same problem, and it's a shame that they don't raise the drinking age to 21 before the reputation of the Bahamas is ruined. Otherwise, the Riu is one Hotel to experience for yourself!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Recreation/Attractions hint

Be sure to schedule a Dolphin Swim Experience for yourself and/or family. This is a once-in-a-lifetime activity that you should not miss! Also, the ferry from Paradise Island to Nassau can be a most lovely and educational (and somewhat humorous) ride, depending on your 'ferry tour guide'. Check out the aquarium below Atlantis (small fee), next door, if you have the time.


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Score

3 out of 5

Trip hint

Great deal

Cass Aug 22, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The hotel is having a facial now and it is needed. The very nice thing about the hotel is the staff and the resturants. You ... will like the fact that Atlantis is next door for some other entertainment and the beach is just magnificent.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
2
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Single

Entertainment hint, Short Walk

Check out the Atlantis market at night. You will get great entertainment and a nice spot to just chill.


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Score

2 out of 5

riu hotel stay

lytia wight Aug 21, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

the hotel was in a great location,orbitz should have notified travelers that it was closing,there where not alot of in the ... hotel, which seemed weird at first, but it was because it was closing . the food was great but the carpet in rooms and hallways seem soiled when it was dry, other than that i cant wait to return to see what it going to look like when it reopens in december,the staff was great and friendly

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
2
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
2
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Single


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Score

3 out of 5

Trip hint

NOT BAD FOR THE MONEY

COOLCAT Aug 18, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

THE FOOD IS OK. EXPECTED MORE ISLANDY FOOD. BREAKFAST IS THE SAME EVERYDAY. IF YOU LIKE TO EAT AND EAT YOU WILL LOVE IT. THE ... MOST IMPORTANT PART THEY DO NOT TELL YOU IS YOU NEED TO MAKE A RESERVATION BETWEEN 10-11 AM ONLY EACH DAY FOR THE "FANCY RESTAURANTS" HOWEVER THE LINE BEGINS TO FORM AROUND 9:15..BUT IT IS WORTH THE WAIT BECAUSE THE BUFFET GET BORING AFTER A WHILE. THE STAFF I WILL SAY IS ATTENTIVE, PROFESSIONAL AND EXTREMELY POLITE. THIS WAS THE HOTELS BEST ASSET. THE ROOMS ARE IN DIRE NEED OF RENOVATIONS -MOLD,RUST, NON WORK FRIDGE AND A BATHTUB THATS NOT GROUTED YUK AND YOU MUST USE THE BATHMAT OR FLIPFLOPS. OK OTHERWISE NICE VIEWS..HOTEL NEEDS MORE ACTIVITIES - NOT A PLACE REALLY TO KEEP KIDS ENTERTAINED... OTHER THAN SWIMMING AND PLAYING IN THE SAND..PLENTY OF WATER ACTIVITIES AT A HANDSOME PRICE. THE WEATHER WAS GREAT AND THE WATER AMAZING! THE POOL NEEDS WORK TOO...BUT THE BUILT IN LOUNGERS ARE A GREAT FEATURE.. NOW JUST TO INFORM YOU THE ALCOHOL IS NOT TOP SHELF ITS A LESS THAN AVERAGE BRAND- IN FACT HEADACHES FOLLOW SOON! SO BUT SOME BETTER BOTTLES AT DUTY FREE IF YOU PLAN TO DRINK! LOCATION WAS NICE AND I WOULD GO BACK MAYBE NOT TO THE SAME HOTEL. I WOULD SAVE A LITTLE MORE MONEY AND RESEARCH ANOTHER HOTEL.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
3
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Friends

Recreation/Attractions hint, Short Walk

WALK NEXT STORE TO THE ATLANTIS A SHORT WALK DOWN THE DRIVEWAY - THERE IS A GAMEROOM FOR KIDS, MOVIES, AND AND GO SEE THE AQUARIUM. IT IS FREE AND WORTH THE TRIP ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE KIDS..


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Score

1 out of 5

No Value for your Money

Sam Aug 17, 2009

The spectacular white sand beach, prime location and stunning sea view, are true to its description. Please do not add ... insult to your service and take out the phrase "elegantly decorated room" The furnishings were falling apart and carpeting worn. Most of the staff moral is gone due to lack of communication from Management and their job uncertainty. No passion for what they do, it is only a job. Poor coordination and lack of enthusiasm in the day time activities. In our week's stay the only day time activity was "water balloon" These views were shared by many guests, who were very disappointed and it was a topic of discussion every day. This was our first experience at RIU and sadly, it services cannot be compared to Beaches Resort.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
1
Room comfort:
1
Hotel check-in:
2
Maintenance:
1
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
1
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Family


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Score

4 out of 5

Trip hint

Great Vacation!

Cristi Aug 13, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

It was a great Deal for the Money! Friendly people! Great Service!Food and Drinks were Awesome! Rooms were bad but they are ... closing the Hotel at the end of August for updating! I think the resort will be great to go to after the remodel! We would go back again!!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Family

Recreation/Attractions hint, Short Walk

Atlantis Resort right next door! We stayed at the Atlantis for our first part of our Vacation!


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Score

3 out of 5

Trip hint

Honeymoon Getaway

Tati Aug 12, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Overall, it was good. The lobby is beautiful, and the personnel was courteous. I hated to wait in line to make reservations ... for the restaurants, though the food was great. And waiting for drinks at the bar, its just too much. I've never had to wait so long for a beer or ice water. They are already in the process of upgrading the rooms, they new ones look beautiful, we got a chance to see it. And I think they're best asset is, the beach is beautiful and very short walking distance. Just watch out for the jelly fish. During the day they don't have any good activities, the people in charge were so boring, except for one guy, he was the life, but wasn't around too much. And at night, they don't have any activities for kids. They start at 9pm while people are still eating by the time you're done the show is almost over, and again , they don't do anything for the kids, they should start with activities for the kids and then start with adults activities. Oh My God, the smoking was driving me crazy. Specially in the lobby and the night club. They should have some area for those that smoke. There were many children in the hotel and people didn't care, come on , what's going on? Fine, I am an adult and I had stuffy nose the whole time I was there, due to the smoke, imagine the poor children. Its a bad habit, so for the protection of the kids and those of us that are allergic or asthmatic, the hotel should have some area for those that smoke. In the club area you could see all the smoke on the ceiling of the room, at least they can set up the area at the balcony as the smoke area so that the people sitting by the main floor are free of all the smoke, specially because the children were sitting in the front of the room while the activities where going on. I am not just speaking for myself and my husband. Most of the people we spoke with, had the same comments and that also includes some of those comments that I overheard while at the beach, pool, or waiting in line to make reservations for a restaurant or waiting for a drink LIke I said, overall, I had a great time, and yes, after they make the renovations and upgrade the drinks, I'll probably go back if its not too expensive.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
3
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Dining hint, Short Walk

Everything is by the lobby area, easy access. The beach walk is great too. You have the Atlantis next door so you can go at night to play at the casino or simply for sight seeing. On weekends they have a great club, cheap to get in and drinks are affordable (I mean at the Atlantis).


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Score

2 out of 5

Trip hint

Great Location - needs updating

40th surprize Aug 11, 2009

This was a surprize trip for my husband's 40th birthday. We were very disappointed to find out that the hotel was closing ... for renovations the following week. We felt like they were cleaning out everything like food and alcohol and so the choices were very limited. The rooms were very basic and in bad need of a face lift. The pool had a layer of sludge on it which made us not want to get in. It is however a great location gorgeous beach and ocean. I was frustrated with Orbitz for not telling me about the condition of the hotel ahead of time.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
1
Hotel check-in:
2
Maintenance:
2
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
2
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Recreation/Attractions hint, Short Walk

Walk along the beach to the quiet end and there you will find wonderful snorkling for free!!!


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Score

4 out of 5

Great place to stay

Young married couple Aug 8, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

It was our first time to the bahamas, the staff at the Riu was outstanding. Everyone was willing to go above and beyond. ... Great location next to the Atlantis. Great price for the "all-inclusive". Make sure to visit the specialty resturants "well worth the effort". The only downfall is that there is only 1 pool, and it is very small. Would stay there again.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Excellent Escape

Grant Aug 4, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

My husband and I visited the Riu for a few days to simply escape the chaos of reality. We were a little reluctant upon ... arrival due to reading other reviews. We were, however, pleasantly surprised. Yes, the hotel is a bit dated; renovations are already planned, however, and in progress. The staff and service provided were excellent. We didn't adventure outside of the resort due to time limitations. Our time was spent relaxing on the beach or sharing drinks at the pool bar. Overall the experience was well worth the money!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

3 out of 5

Trip hint

Perfect resort

OBI-ONE Aug 4, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

we enjoyed having an all-inclusive, but able to walk over the Atlantis and experience a really great hotel as well! ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Friends

Nightlife hint, Short Walk

go over to atlantis


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Score

5 out of 5

Trip hint

"Can't wait to go back!"

GRANDMAP Aug 3, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

OUR TRIP WAS GREAT! WE WOULD LIKE TO RETURN NEXT YEAR. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Shopping hint, Short Drive

TAKE THE FERRY GOING AND A TAXI BACK.


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Score

5 out of 5

Trip hint

Relaxing Vacation Getaway

Amit and Nivedita Shenoy Aug 1, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We stayed at RIU Paradise Resort for 6 nights (last week of July 2009). This was our first experience staying in an ... all-incliusive resort and was completely worth it especially in Bahamas. RIU is conveniently located right by one of the finest beaches with fine white sand and turquoise clear water with calm waves making in ideal and fairly safe for swimming and even snorkeling in 4-5 ft deep shallow waters close to shore. RIU All inclusive resort offered a fine choice for breakfast,lunch,dinner and drinks menu with a cheerful staff. RIU might be renovating their facility later this year. That would make it a better place. RIU also conducted a daily entertainment program making it fun for couples and families with kids.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Money savers hint

Ferry accessible via next door Atlantis resort is a economical way to access Nassau downtown and Straw Market ($3 one way one person) Taxi fare from/to air-port 32$ one-way for 2 persons. Marine acquarium located in Atlantis resort can be viewed without buying the expensive $35 per person ticket.


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Score

4 out of 5

Trip hint

Riu vacation....Paradise Island

Hurricane Cat in CT Jul 29, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Everything from the food to the staff to the room was very good........the trip was awesome ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Single

Money savers hint, Short Walk

Go over to the Atlantis to the Dig........go after 7 pm and get in free.....beautiful site to see


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Score

4 out of 5

Trip hint

Reunion in Paradise Island

Momma Cito Jul 27, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We were celebrating a 50th birthday. All our family met from different locations. The Riu was wonderful. Staff are the ... nicest people. Food and drink are so well worth the price. All inclusive. Beach is beautiful. Just relaxed; did boating trips. Overall great trip. Place is going to be renovated needs updated rooms. Other than that we all had a wonderful time. Spirit Airline was my only complaint. Flight was fine; but confusion of gate time it took in between to go 1-1/2hr flight was awful. Should be direct flight from Tampa!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Entertainment hint, Short Walk

Enjoy the Atlantis. Just a short walk from the Riu.


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Score

2 out of 5

Trip hint

Good location

parkski3 Jul 22, 2009

This was our second time at the Riu. Rooms are outdated, and smelled of smoke. 3 of 3 elevators were out of order. We had to ... use the service elevator. Same Lunch menu every day. Dinners were boring with little choice. Breakfast was the same every day. Pool was dirty most every day. Some of the staff members were not very friendly, because, they will either have a job or not after their renovation starting August 1,2009. Would I go there again - "not likely."

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
1
Hotel check-in:
2
Maintenance:
1
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
1
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Friends

Shopping hint, Short Drive

Straw Market


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Score

1 out of 5

*

Bernie Jul 22, 2009

* The beds were hard and very uncomfortable. I asked twice for a foam mattress they had but never received it. The elevator ... wasn;t working for 2 days. The pool was dirty. The umbrellas for the pool, half were broken. The front desk people were rude. the bartender [...] was great. the waiters were very friendly and polote. Food was good.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
1
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
1
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Family


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Score

4 out of 5

Trip hint

Best place on the Island

Rosie Jul 21, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The best part about this hotel is you could plan activities outside the hotel and are fully assisted with every aspect, or ... just stay on premises and have a great time. The staff was always looking to make your stay enjoyable.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Family

Recreation/Attractions hint

When planning activities the prices can be negotiated.


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Score

1 out of 5

TERRIBLE HOTEL

CHARONRN Jul 21, 2009

THE RIU AT THE BAHAMAS IS POORLY BUILT, THE ROOMS WERE SMALL, THERE WAS RUST IN THE BATHROOM. THERE WERE ANTS ON THE DRESSER. ... THE BED WAS UNCOMFORTABLE. THE ELEVATORS WERENT FUNCTIONING FOR THE DURATION OF OUR STAY. THEY RAN OUT OF ICE!!!! UNBELIEVABLE!!! WE WERE NEVER NOTIFIED BY ORBITZ THAT, THAT PARTICULAR RESORT WAS GOING UNDER CONSTRUCTION IN AUGUST. THE ONLY THING THAT WAS PLEASANT ABOUT THE STAY WAS THE STAFF. OVERALL I FEEL THAT MY APARTMENT LOOKS MORE LIKE A RESORT THAN RIU IN BAHAMAS!!! WE WERE VERY DISAPPOINTED!!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
1
Room comfort:
1
Hotel check-in:
1
Maintenance:
2
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
1
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

great getaway for the price shabby walls

Mary K Jul 20, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

I would like the name and address of the coorporate RIU so I can complain about the dirty walls in the room and the musty smell. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples


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Recreation/Attractions hint

Be sure to schedule a Dolphin Swim Experience for yourself and/or family. This is a once-in-a-lifetime activity that you should not miss! Also, the ferry from Paradise Island to Nassau can be a most lovely and educational (and somewhat humorous) ride, depending on your 'ferry tour guide'. Check out the aquarium below Atlantis (small fee), next door, if you have the time.

--N, Lombard, IL Oct 16, 2009

Entertainment hint, Short Walk

Check out the Atlantis market at night. You will get great entertainment and a nice spot to just chill.

--Cass, New York, NY Aug 22, 2009

Recreation/Attractions hint, Short Walk

WALK NEXT STORE TO THE ATLANTIS A SHORT WALK DOWN THE DRIVEWAY - THERE IS A GAMEROOM FOR KIDS, MOVIES, AND AND GO SEE THE AQUARIUM. IT IS FREE AND WORTH THE TRIP ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE KIDS..

--COOLCAT, NORTHERN NEW JERSEY Aug 18, 2009

Recreation/Attractions hint, Short Walk

Atlantis Resort right next door! We stayed at the Atlantis for our first part of our Vacation!

--Cristi, LittleRock, Ar. Aug 13, 2009

Dining hint, Short Walk

Everything is by the lobby area, easy access. The beach walk is great too. You have the Atlantis next door so you can go at night to play at the casino or simply for sight seeing. On weekends they have a great club, cheap to get in and drinks are affordable (I mean at the Atlantis).

--Tati, New York Aug 12, 2009

Recreation/Attractions hint, Short Walk

Walk along the beach to the quiet end and there you will find wonderful snorkling for free!!!

--40th surprize, Indiana Aug 11, 2009

Nightlife hint, Short Walk

go over to atlantis

--OBI-ONE, Ontario, Canada Aug 4, 2009

Shopping hint, Short Drive

TAKE THE FERRY GOING AND A TAXI BACK.

--GRANDMAP, NUTLEY, NJ Aug 3, 2009

Money savers hint

Ferry accessible via next door Atlantis resort is a economical way to access Nassau downtown and Straw Market ($3 one way one person) Taxi fare from/to air-port 32$ one-way for 2 persons. Marine acquarium located in Atlantis resort can be viewed without buying the expensive $35 per person ticket.

--Amit and Nivedita Shenoy, San Jose, CA Aug 1, 2009

Money savers hint, Short Walk

Go over to the Atlantis to the Dig........go after 7 pm and get in free.....beautiful site to see

--Hurricane Cat in CT, CT Jul 29, 2009

Entertainment hint, Short Walk

Enjoy the Atlantis. Just a short walk from the Riu.

--Momma Cito, Dunedin, FL Jul 27, 2009

Shopping hint, Short Drive

Straw Market

--parkski3, Ohio Jul 22, 2009

Recreation/Attractions hint

When planning activities the prices can be negotiated.

--Rosie, Albany, NY Jul 21, 2009

Entertainment hint, Short Walk

Next store to the Rui is teh Atlantis. At night you can go there and walk around for free. You can go under in the caves and see the sharks and fish. You can pretty much see everything for free after 7pm instead of paying $35 to see it during the day.

--Chicagogirl, Chicago, IL Jul 14, 2009

Recreation/Attractions hint, Short Walk

We didn't realize until the last day that if you walk into the Atlantis hotel right next door, you can walk in an airconditioned tunnel all the way over to the new part of the Atlantis - which is also very conveniently located to the ferry services and some nice shopping. We spent more money than we needed to on taxi rides and/or walking in high heat and humidity.

--Tikki, Minnesota Jul 13, 2009

Dining hint, In Hotel

Skip lining up for the restaurants, with the exception of the Japanese/Sushi one.

--substanceD, New York, NY Jul 13, 2009

Recreation/Attractions hint, Short Walk

Go to one of the time share offers and they will give you free tickets to the Atlantis which is right next door to the hotel

--traveler, GA Jul 12, 2009

Time savers hint, In Hotel

We found that if you take care of the personel they will take care of you and are very appreciative. To avoid waiting in line for dinner reservations every morning take care of the restaurant manager ($) non descretly and he will definitely take care of your dining arrangements for your entire stay. Really convenient and no hassel. Also likewise if you arrive late to the pool and need an umbrella and they are all taken, take care of the pool personel and he will find you an umbrella! :-) Overall it does not take much to get what you want and like I said they are so friendly and eager to please you. Majestic tour desk can also arrange for a private tour for $60 per person and you can see places that might not be included in a regular tour; ie. Anna Nicole history with the island etc. For $110 per person enjoy a whole day at Atlantis it is really worth it! Finally check out the straw market and fish fry area, it is a locals' favorite to eat conch (a native popular food) at SEAFOOD HAVEN. Take the ferry versus a cab it is beautiful and you will learn history of island for only $3 per person. Also get a masage on the beach with a local set up versus the hotel. It is 1/2 the cost and is really good! Can you tell how excited we are from our trip? The best people you will meet are the natives of Bahamas!

--D&L, Las Vegas, NV. Jul 12, 2009

Entertainment hint, Short Walk

Go to the Atlantis for entertainment and nightlife

--Young Single NYC Girls, New York Jul 11, 2009

Dining hint, In Hotel

Food was great at the Hotel.

--MCW, New York Jul 10, 2009

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