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The food was less desirable at the grill restaurant. Chicken wasn’t properly cooked and lacked flavor. The ribs were undercooked as well. The chefs at all the restaurants should pay attention to the food before leaving the kitchen, sometimes they lack flavor. But overall, I would recommend this hotel to everyone. I had a great time.

Nice hotel and grounds with good access to the boardwalk. We stayed at the RIU Arecas, the hotel immediately behind it. The RIU Palace is a good hotel if you want larger hotel gardens and boardwalk access for the elderly etc. However, if you don’t mind walking down a large flight of steps, the RIU Arecas is the same standard and had better food.

I would have given five stars all-around if not for the first room we were given which was infested with ants, including my daughter’s bed. Thankfully, we were moved to a new room which was fabulous. The property itself is immaculate, the staff is very accommodating and the food was surprisingly good, especially the Italian and Steakhouse. The Japanese restaurant was the least favorite, and would be better served as an authentic Spanish restaurant. The adult pool area was most welcome, although heating the water would be an added bonus. The spa was a bit underwhelming as well as the treatments. Overall, it’s a very solid option for an all-inclusive resort.

Beautiful setting, very well kept gardens with varied and exotic pants, great landscaping and picturesque buildings set on a side of a cliff. Inside the accommodation is a little dated but well kept.