We present the Riu Palace Bavaro before and after its renovation
9 January, 20252024 has been full of great news from all over the world: new hotels, new destinations, technological innovations and major renovations. One of these, in Punta Cana, marked a real turning point for RIU in the Dominican Republic. We are talking about the complete remodelling of the Riu Palace Bavaro, a renovation that has allowed us to implement new products never before seen at RIU, add exclusive services and modernise all the spaces. But… why tell you about it if we can show you? This is what the Riu Palace Bavaro looked like before and after its renovation!
Bedrooms
The 994 rooms at the Riu Palace Bavaro now feature soft, muted colours, complemented by the use of wood in the furniture. The flooring has also been changed, with ceramic parquet now replacing the tiles.
![The rooms at the Riu Palace Bavaro before the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/habitacion-pre-reforma-1600x1051.jpg)
![The rooms at the Riu Palace Bavaro after the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/habitacion-post-reforma-1600x1067.jpg)
Lobby
Your first impression when you arrive at the Riu Palace Bavaro is one of spaciousness and comfort. In addition, the use of light tones in both the furniture and the structure means this space makes the most of the natural light.
![The lobby of the Riu Palace Bavaro before the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lobby-pre-reforma-1600x1067.jpg)
![The lobby of the Riu Palace Bavaro after the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lobby-post-reforma-1600x1067.jpg)
Restaurants
The complete renovation of the Riu Palace Bavaro has also allowed us to give the existing restaurants new decor and redistribute the spaces. As a result, the decor and design of the rest of the hotel is now reflected in the different restaurants.
![The main buffet at the Riu Palace Bavaro before the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/buffet-principal-pre-reforma-1-1600x904.jpg)
![The main buffet at the Riu Palace Bavaro after the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/buffet-principal-post-reforma-1-1600x1067.jpg)
![The Zen Asian restaurant at the Riu Palace Bavaro before the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/asiatico-pre-reforma-1-1600x1073.jpg)
![The Zen Asian restaurant at the Riu Palace Bavaro after the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/asiatico-post-reforma-1600x1067.jpg)
![The Krystal gourmet restaurant at the Riu Palace Bavaro before the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/krystal-pre-reforma-1600x1011.jpg)
![The Krystal gourmet restaurant at the Riu Palace Bavaro after the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/krystal-post-reforma-1600x1067.jpg)
Sports Bar
One of the favourite spots of Riu Palace Bavaro guests is the Sports Bar, and after the renovation, it is sure to be even more enticing. The change of furniture, decoration and layout of the spaces make the ‘new’ Sports Bar more sophisticated and spacious.
![The Sports Bar at the Riu Palace Bavaro before the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sports-bar-pre-reforma-1600x973.jpg)
![The Sports Bar at the Riu Palace Bavaro after the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sports-bar-post-reforma-1600x1067.jpg)
Gym
New equipment, softer shades and more subdued lighting are the main components of the gym at the Riu Palace Bavaro. It still makes the most of the natural light so that during your holidays you can continue to take care of yourself and exercise with RIU.
![The gym at the Riu Palace Bavaro before the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/gym-pre-reforma-1-1600x1067.jpg)
![The gym at the Riu Palace Bavaro after the renovation](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/gym-post-reforma-1600x1067.jpg)
In addition to all the changes in the existing areas, the renovation of the Riu Palace Bavaro and the annexing of the former Riu Naiboa site have allowed us to introduce new products and services. These include an innovative Food Court, an area for families and friends with water games for the little ones, and the exclusive Elite Club by RIU service.
![The new Elite Club rooms at the renovated Riu Palace Bavaro](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/habitacion-elite-club-1600x1067.jpg)
![The children's pool at the renovated Riu Palace Bavaro](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/parque-acuatico-para-ninos-1600x1067.jpg)
![The new Elite Club rooms with pool at the renovated Riu Palace Bavaro](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/piscina-habitacion-elite-club.jpg)
![The new Elite Club lounge bar at the renovated Riu Palace Bavaro](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/elite-club-lounge-bar-1600x1067.jpg)
![The exclusive check-in area for Elite Club guests at the renovated Riu Palace Bavaro](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/zona-check-in-elite-club-1600x1067.jpg)
![The new food court at the renovated Riu Palace Bavaro](https://www.riu.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/food-court-1600x1066.jpg)
These are some of the most significant changes following the renovation of the Riu Palace Bavaro. We could show you many more, but this post would go on forever. So a better idea is…why don’t you come to Punta Cana, in the Dominican Republic, and see them in person? We will be waiting for you full of enthusiasm, excitement and… with a brand new hotel!