General Information: Exquisitely set on the beach of Maimon Bay, RIU Merengue provides panoramic views of surrounding green mountains and lush tropical gardens. It is the perfect place to enjoy an unforgettable vacation. RIU Merengue provides all meals and snacks. For breakfast enjoy a full American breakfast buffet and on the spot cooking stations, or opt for a lighter continental breakfast. Lunchtime highlights include cold and warm dishes buffet and on the spot cooking stations with snacks, pizzas, pasta, fresh fruits and salads. Dinner is an event at La Roca with buffets, including theme buffets two nights a week, and on the spot cooking stations. Snacks are available until 2:00a.m. All beverages are included with unlimited domestic beverages (soft and alcoholic drinks) until 02.00 a.m. access to all bars within the Riu Resort and in-room mini-bar and liquor dispenser re-stocking. Location: RIU Merengue is set on the beach of Maimon Bay. Recreation: The main building houses ?La Rumba,? a lounge bar, ?La Roca,? a restaurant with a non-smoking section, a kiosk, boutique and an internet room. Other facilities include a sparkling swimming pool, complimentary lounge chairs, towels and umbrellas by the pool area and a solarium. Enjoy a snack or drink at the pool snack bar or ?La Tambora? beach bar. Don?t forget to stop by the Tilki bar for a refreshing beverage. From Tuesday 1 st of August on we will offer as specialty restaurants an Italian Restaurant ( instead of the Mediterranean Restaurant )and a Steakhouse . These restaurants still serve with 2 Seatings . 1st Seating from 06:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. and 2 nd Seating from 8:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. . Reservations required . Take it easy or work up a sweat! We have a variety of sports and activities you can participate in: Ping-Pong, workout, water polo, gym, billiards, beach volleyball, 3 lighted tennis courts. Learn to windsurf, sail, or kayak during your stay. Also available are water bicycles, body board and snorkeling gear. Don?t forget to take advantage of an introductory scuba diving lesson in the pool. Daytime entertainment programs for children and adults are held daily and evening programs, live music or shows are nightly. Come indulge with us! Rooms: All of our 544 luxury guestrooms feature private bathrooms, central air-conditioning and a balcony or terrace. Amenities include telephone, minibar and liquor dispenser, satellite TV and an in-room safe. Additionally, our suites have a bathroom with a bidet and hairdryer, an extra TV and a living room. **No student groups under 21 or ''Springbreakers'' accepted all year round.** **Cancellations received less than 72 hours prior to arrival for reservations in the Christmas/New Year season and in February/March will incur a 3 night penalty fee.**