From the Airport: When you arrive at Punta Cana International Airport, or Aeropuerto Internacional Punta Cana, gather your baggage and head to the exit to board your shuttle bus or hail a taxi.
Getting Around: Resort buses transport the majority of tourists to their resorts. If your vacation package does not include transfers, taxis from the airport to the resorts range from $10-$40. Local buses and car rentals are available for travel within the Dominican Republic.
Luxury Bahia Principe Esmeralda 5 star
Boasting colonial-style influences and exquisite décor, it’s easy to fall in love with Luxury Bahia Principe Esmeralda. Located on Bavaro beach, the resort features three restaurants, but guests may also choose from an additional nine restaurants at neighbouring properties, Grand Bahia Principe Bavaro, Grand Bahia Principe Punta Cana, Luxury Bahia Ambar resorts.
Occidental Grand Punta Cana 4.5 star
With ten restaurants, eights bars, three pools, a fitness center, kids’ club, spa, land and water sports, and nightly entertainment, there will never be a dull moment here! This luxurious resort is perfect for families and romance.
Barcelo Dominican Beach 4 star
This resort is equipped with three pools, two Jacuzzis, nine restaurants, eight bars, a gym, and a spa. It also features a wonderful kids’ club, theatre with spectacular nightly entertainment, a disco, and a casino.
Catalonia Bavaro Beach Resort 4 star
This tropical paradise has it all. Awe-inspiring scenery, a complete activities programme, delectable cuisine at eights restaurants, a casino and a disco await you. The all-suite guestrooms are modern and spacious.
Dreams Punta Cana 4.5 star
This luxurious hotel has one of the largest free-form swimming pools in the Dominican Republic. In the evenings, the resort comes alive with moonlit theme parties, live music and shows, big-screen outdoor movies, and games at the casino. With elegant accommodations, gourmet dining, and a world-class spa, this is the perfect place for relaxation.
Note: If you would like to stay at an adult-only hotel, select the “Adults Only” option on our Vacation Pricing Grid to view your options.
Nature Excursions
Zip line, swim with the dolphins, snorkel, scuba dive, horseback ride, take a safari jeep tour, or catamaran cruise to explore the natural landscape. There are so many exciting things to do for those wanting to venture off the resort!
Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park
Set in a magnificent setting, this park is six square kilometers full of bird, insect, and plant species. Guided tours through the lush reserve are available. Walk along the trails and explore the flora and fauna, and visit the park’s botanical and fruit gardens, iguana farm, and petting zoo.
Manati Park
In this zoo and cultural park, you’ll come across animals roaming around. Spot iguanas, crocodiles, tropical birds, ducks, and flamingos. Explore the tropical gardens, craft stalls, and enjoy professional shows featuring the wildlife.
Fun Fun Cave
This cave has a 4.5 mile long river flowing within it and remarkable cave paintings covering its walls.
Golf
The east coast of the Dominican Republic is known for its famously-designed golf courses.
- Barceló Golf de Bávaro
- Cana Bay Golf Club
- Catalonia Cabeza de Toro
- Catalonia Caribe Golf Club
- Cocotal Golf and Country Club
- Corales
- Iberostate Bávaro Golf & Club
- La Cana Golf Club
- Punta Blanca
- Punta Espada
- White Sands
