"This was one of the nicest and smallest Riu's we stayed. Staff: Karla, in public relations/guest services was OUTSTANDING! She made my mothers day so special and our entire week remarkable, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. All the waitstaff were good, Susana, Carolina, Marlen in Italian, Idalia in Buffet were especially great. Arturo at check-in was efficient and so helpful. Our housekeeper Mayta did a fantastic job everyday. Our room (1302) was beautiful, large and ocean front and close to the elevator just as we had requested. Had a 4 cup coffee maker and a frig restocked with beer, soda's and water every day. Food: All the restaurants were good, especially liked Italian and the Buffet. Can't go wrong at any of them. Got massages several days on the beach $50, the spa in resort was $100's, that is WAY to much! Evening Entertainment was mediocre at best, but they tried. There was always some fun entertainment during the day. The beach vendors stayed away after you told them no, so that was nice and the didn't come up to the property unless you asked them. Taxi into downtown was $17, coming back was $16. Very nice stay!"