Hotel Riu Palace Paradise Island

Nice resort on Cabbage Beach. The employees were very helpful in everything you needed super friendly too. The drinks were strong but made the experience more fun. The actual sit down restaurants were very nice with great service. The service at those restaurants was superb. The Chicken Jerk Shack was so good. I would say the weakest thing about this resort was the buffet, not the best food. The rooms were clean and well taken care of and all the rooms seem to have a view

Location is excellent, close to the beach. Most of the staff is amazing, mainly Viviana,LA Linda among others. They have activities throughout the day. We loved the night shows, the dancers are amazing. The food is delicious, great variety. The hotel is being painted outside now, it's a little outdated, mainly the rooms. Overall, we had a great time.

This was my very first trip out of the country and it was for my birthday, July 10th. Which I also didn’t know until I got to the Bahamas that it was the 50th Independence Day Anniversary and that made the trip ten times more meaningful. The hotel from the moment we stepped into the lobby was absolute hospitality.. the staff was amazing, so welcoming, friendly and helpful. The entire staff was beyond wonderful our whole vacation. The room was beyond expectation.. the size, cleanliness, the OCEAN VIEW ❤️.. not to mention the food, drinks and entertainment were so much more than I had hoped for. I have already recommended the RIU to my colleagues for their next trip. I can’t wait to return. Thank all of you so much

Disappointed and Deceived – Not Worth the Hype||I rarely leave reviews, but I felt compelled to share my experience to help future travelers avoid the same disappointment. We stayed at the Riu Hotel in the Bahamas, and unfortunately, it fell far below expectations in almost every category.||Let’s start with the rooms: dated, worn-out furniture, uncomfortable felt blankets, and a weak air conditioning system that barely works in the Bahamian heat. The phones in the room don’t work, and room service is practically nonexistent—it took over an hour just to get a simple request like an extra pillow.||There is zero ambiance when you arrive—no welcome drink, no cold towel, no music, no visual appeal in the lobby, and worst of all, no gift shop or spa. The entire entrance experience feels like an afterthought.||The hallways and overall decor are visibly tired and lack any charm or elegance. There’s no energy or character that you’d expect from a Caribbean resort. Even the staff, while somewhat friendly, didn’t go above and beyond in any way to make guests feel special or seen.||The pool area is cramped and small, with no umbrellas for shade, and guests are practically sitting on top of each other. The beach is no better—also small, crowded, and lacking atmosphere. If you’re hoping for nighttime entertainment or a lively resort vibe, prepare to be underwhelmed. There is only one small area with live music or any type of scene, and unless you grab a chair hours in advance, you’re out of luck.||Finally, let’s talk about the food—bland, repetitive, and uninspiring. Not what you’d expect at an all-inclusive resort that’s marketed as upscale.||Worst of all, the online photos are completely misleading. What you see is not what you get. Everything appears luxurious in the pictures, but in person, it’s clear that the resort is in serious need of updates and better service standards.||Sadly, this was a major letdown. If you’re considering the Riu in the Bahamas, I would highly recommend looking elsewhere unless drastic changes are made.||We checked out after day one into a new resort

We had a great stay overall! The staff was super friendly and helpful from the moment we arrived. Special shoutout to Michael, the security officer — he made sure everything was smooth and secure the entire time.||||The Jerk Shack? 10/10. Flavor was on point, and it hit every time. Drinks were stronger than most all-inclusives — so if you’re looking for a buzz, you’ll get one quick lol.||||Only downside was a bit of a smell in the bathroom when we first arrived, but housekeeping handled it fast and professionally.||||We’ll definitely be back. This spot had the right mix of vibes, service, and that real island energy 🌴🍹🔥

I just returned from my first all-inclusive adult resort at the Riu palace paradise in Bahamas. I would say that it was a great value for your money. I would recommend this place. The food and the drinks were awesome. I enjoyed hanging out at the beach as well. The view of the water is breathtaking the water is clear and the sand is soft.

What an experience! Not as flashy and overwhelming as the large water park hotel next door, but amazing in its own ways. The rooms were always well stocked (full liqueur bottles, not miniature airplane bottles), rooms were always cleaned. The staff here was great. They were always in a good mood and willing to help. The view (beach side) is the perfect way to wake up each day. There is buffet style dining for each of the three meals with a huge selection to include Bahamian dishes. They change out several of the buffet items so you can try different things and never get bored. You can get reservations for dinner at one of the on-site restaurants, but seating is limited so reservations go fast. All in all for the price, this all inclusive, adults only resort will be one I plan to visit again many times.

An exceptional destination to stay—remarkable cuisine, expertly crafted drinks, and an attentive, professional staff. The bar experience was equally impressive. Although I encountered a minor issue during my visit, the swift and compassionate response from the manager, security team, and staff was nothing short of outstanding. Their unwavering commitment to resolving the matter exceeded my expectations. I genuinely commend their integrity and dedication—it’s the kind of service that earns lifelong trust. Deeply grateful and highly appreciative!