Riu Palace Beach Resort all-inclusive day pass

Has anyone been to the Riu Palace Beach Resort in Nassau Bahamas ? Any advice as to whether the all-inclusive day pass is worth it??? Is there beach volleyball at the resort???

I'm considering this all inclusive resort also. It looks nice but would be greatful for some more information from someone who's been there. Hopefully you will get some replys!!

Casino Drive Paradise Island

Paradise Island - Bahamas

Tel.: (+1) 242 363 35 00

Fax.: (+1) 242 363 39 00

E-mail: hotel.paradiseisland@riu.com

I'm sure you can call/email and get an answer...

I am thinking about booking this thru Island marketing and would love to know more about it and if it is worth it!:confused:

If you were to rank the 4 AI's on Nassau I think it would go:

Sandals - $110 (or more) pp til 6pm

RIU - $75 pp til 6pm - same beach as Atlantis

Breezes - $60 pp til 6pm (could be $70) on Cable Beach - nice beach - rundown buildings - resort needs updating but booze and food should be OK

Paradise Island resort - $50 pp til 6pm - in the harbour, beach/water not the best, hotel run down, local beer/rum/drinks... ScubaGirl says no go. Have heard for a drunkfest it's worth it.

Before going thru Island Marketing I would email at the address provided above.

I'm surprised that of all the people on this forum, there isn't a post from someone who has been to the RIU.

I'm also considering this, as it sounds like a decent alternative to Blue Lagoon, mainly due to time issues with Blue Lagoon and when my cruise arrives in Nassau at 12 on 04/07.

I'm just bumping this back up to the top to see if anyone that has been there might see this and let everyone know what they thought of it.

i am also trying to decide between breezes and Riu .... Riu is all inlcuisve booze and food too right??

i am also trying to decide between breezes and Riu .... Riu is all inlcuisve booze and food too right??

Right. Breezes is 14 and older.. no kids.. RUI is family based.. you'll see kids, couples, singles etc.

Personally I prefer the beach at Breezes. RUI is more relaxing.

Which one? Breezes or Rui? we want relaxing, drinks on the beach, good food, to be waited on, possibly messages, so which one is best?

Which one? Breezes or Rui? we want relaxing, drinks on the beach, good food, to be waited on, possibly messages, so which one is best?

both have drinks and food. Neither will wait on you. I think the RUI has a spa, not sure about breezes. These are not high end luxury resorts..

Does anyone know if the spa services at Riu are included? I would guess not BUT if they are that might be the deciding factor for me between Riu and Breezes ;)

My issue with deciding between the two is that I want to visit Atlantis, the Queen Stairs and then to Breezes for the rest of the day. I do not know the location between all these things so I thought Riu might be better because of its location to Atlantis :confused:

Does anyone know if the spa services at Riu are included? I would guess not BUT if they are that might be the deciding factor for me between Riu and Breezes ;)

My issue with deciding between the two is that I want to visit Atlantis, the Queen Stairs and then to Breezes for the rest of the day. I do not know the location between all these things so I thought Riu might be better because of its location to Atlantis :confused:

No Spa services are included... As for "visiting" Atlantis you have to pay nowadays for anything other than the casino. If you pay to go to Atlantis I would do that only. Queen Stairs is downtown and Breezes is on Cable Beach even further from Atlantis. RIU is on Paradise Island, so if going to the casino then RIU would be the place to visit.

Thank you for the info!

My issue with deciding between the two is that I want to visit Atlantis, the Queen Stairs and then to Breezes for the rest of the day. I do not know the location between all these things so I thought Riu might be better because of its location to Atlantis :confused:

what is the queen stairs? i'm looking for things to do in nassau as well :rolleyes:

It is a historical site. Look it up on the Internet and it will give you all the background info on it. :)

what is the queen stairs? i'm looking for things to do in nassau as well :rolleyes:

There is a great historical walking tour that included the staircase, water tower, fort fincastle etc

do a google search for Bahamas treasures... there's a link on the left side to the tour.

Frommers has a walking tour as well.

Just booked RIU Palace yesterday for 05/11/12. done some research and looks pretty good, hopefully it will be nice. Will let everyone know how it was when i return from my trip, since nobody seems to really know.

Just booked RIU Palace yesterday for 05/11/12. done some research and looks pretty good, hopefully it will be nice. Will let everyone know how it was when i return from my trip, since nobody seems to really know.

 

How much and what did you do, call them or email? I may be interested in that!

How much and what did you do, call them or email? I may be interested in that!

bahamascruiseexcursions.com theres a spot on the website where u can send an email to a rep for the website and ask questions. Cost is $75.00 all u can eat and drink with full acess to the resort. Transportation to the resort is NOT included in the $75.00.

Breezes - $60 pp til 6pm (could be $70) on Cable Beach

Where do I get more info to book Breezes?

Transportation to the resort is NOT included in the $75.00.

 

Anyone know how you get there and what the cost is? Is it within walking distance?

Where do I get more info to book Breezes?

We rode the jitney to Breezes & bought a daypass for $60 at the front desk. We had a wonderful time there.

 

Anyone know how you get there and what the cost is? Is it within walking distance?

Rui is a cab ride, about 6-8 pp ( i think)

We are considering this for our cruise next week. We've already done Cable Beach, Atlantis, Sandals, Breezes, so we're looking for something different.

From someone who's been to RIU.... Must we book in advanced? I'm thinking the Island Marketing takes a cut and it might be cheaper onsite?? Also, the Island Marketing suggests taking a cab for $12 each way. Is there a better/cheaper way to get there? Finally, is it within walking distance to Atlantis? I'm thinking to start at Atlantis casino and walk to RIU. The map shows it near by, but I can't tell for sure.

Thanks for the feedback!