The Preferred Club was GREAT, as was the whole Resort. They had their own lobby, and check-in was GREAT, and we got our room early. That area had its own buffet and snack areas, Pool and swim-up and Lobby bars. The Preferred Club that stayed in was a short distance from the main Resort. There was a shuttle that would take you to the main Resort Lobby, or any of the Restaurants and beach. We had a concierge named Mayker who greeted us, and help with any questions or problems we had. He would send us the Resort News Letter, with a list of activities each day, which was great. There is a Nature Trail from the Preferred area to the Main Resort, that crossed a small lake. We saw lots of different animals during our walk. The bridge across the lake is lighted at night. The WiFi worked GREAT everywhere on the Resort. NOTE: We made friends with another couple who took the tour of the Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana - adults only - all inclusive, which was part of the same complex. They had a BAD TIME, which included a hard sell for their Time Share type plan. The Bartenders were great, and we had a lot of fun each afternoon at the Infinity Pool.

WOW! This resort is absolutely amazing. From the moment we arrived we were given a very warm welcome and that just carried on throughout our stay. The staff are amazing, friendly people and want everyone have the best time. The rooms are beautiful and they have the best bathroom I have ever been in, in a hotel. There are quite a few restaurants on the resort including a buffet. The food is delicious and plentiful. The only one you have to make a reservation is the Hibachi which is understandable as it is also a show and so much fun. They have a colour coded sign at each restaurant to show you what time is their busiest. There are enough sunbeds on the beach for every guest and a waitstaff that brings drinks. Oh and the coffee shop was lovely. I can't say enough good things about this resort.

The grounds were beautiful and spotless. Lots of chairs and shade at the beach. Water was calm and sandy bottom with no rocks. Not a lot of shady spots at the pool. Room decor and furniture is dated and in need of upgrade. No warm water early the morning. Beds are comfortable but pillows need replacing. Air conditioning works really well. Not much to choose from at the main buffet and we went to the main buffet at the Palace next door for all dinners. La Brisas which is the beach snack restaurant was open from 11am to 5pm and excellent for lunch. Even though we overall have a nice time, we would not go back or recommend,

We enjoyed this beautiful resort. The privacy of the beach was impressive, no pesty vendors anywhere. The food was plentiful and good, not amazing. The restaurants offer variety.The resort was very clean and well maintained. The rooms were spacious and very tasteful. It would have been great to have a place to dry your swimsuits! The gym is well equipped and shared with Secrets.The shuttle was on time and it was definitely worth the 90 min drive. The staff is friendly. We had a great vacation.A big thank you to our agent Lisa Miller who made the booking so stress free and got us exactly what we wanted.?

I had a very good time at Bahia Principe Explore. The resort staff we excellent, professional and courteous. I would certainly recommend this resort to anyone looking for some rest and relaxation. The beach and pools are conveniently located and it was a very pleasant experience!

The Princess Adult only resort The lobby area is nice has a small bar Only problem they allow smoking So you cant sit there only smokers sit they also smoking allow smoking in lo The grounds of the resort are well keep The pool area is nice kept clean but pool side washroom is dirty over flowing waste baskets and always out of toliet paper The main buffet is very plain Nothing exciting food no decorations The al carte have good food and atmosphere The room are very outdated we had 2 single bed the bedding was old the washroom had mold in shower There is a step down in the room Very dangerous and has a pull out couch but was stained and dirty The beach is very nice and beautiful The people very friendly but it need a update Also towels in room have holes in them

We upgraded to privileged and got nothing. For paying more , our room. Was outdated And leaked so bad we had to put a garbage can under the air conditioner to catch all the water. There was no rob or slippers in the room. There was no turn down service at all. We were told that we could not have top shelf that it was just for exclusive So I’m not sure why we paid extra to get absolutely nothing . Also the entertainment is very lacking at this resort . Plus the staff does not service at all even when giving tips . No one comes around to ask what drinks you want . The Buffett you can never get service for drinks you’re lucky to even get served water : the Buffett is very repetitive and very lacking . Over all I would jot recommend this resort. I was very disappointed with this resort it goes down as one of the worst resorts I have ever stayed in.

We have vacationed at many resorts in Dominican Princess was not in our opinion a 4+. Grounds were well kept , pool area clean, washrooms around pool area were not well stocked with toilet paper by afternoon. Buffet was adequate. Rooms were dated, couch dirty, mold in shower. Bath towels thin and some with holes. Maids cleaned but did no extra. Balcony rail was wooden and broken. Enjoyed getting away but certainly disappointed in the resort.

My brother and I were here Oct 28 to Nov 4. 3rd time to Punta Cana. This is truly the best resort we have ever been to. The staff are incredible. Our concierge in the Elegance Club was Orlando. He was amazing and helped us with lots of stuff. I lost my floaty ring at the beach and knock at door he brought me another one! The 2 ladies at the Lobby bar , Rosaria and Sophia were the 2 loveliest ladies and we became friends instantly. The resort is spotless clean, the rooms beautiful and fully equipped. The beach is amazing and there are lots of beach chairs and tables. The resort was only 65% full so there were plenty of beach chairs to choose from. The food is fantastic. The Steakhouse had beef tenderloin which was amazing.. Everything is convenient. No miles of walking anywhere. Entertainment great! Saw Michael Jackson show at the Mirage which is right next door. Lots of entertainment, fabulous drinks. Beach does not drop off as you enter ocean. Was fast easy check in and check out. We were sad to leave. Highly recommend this resort. Only 20 minutes from airport. We used VIP service at airport and DAT transfer to hotel and were in and out of airport in 1/2 hour. Most of the staff speak English but we tried our bit of Spanish and was easy communication. You have to try this place. Was best ever!

Room is in very good condition, kept clean, all appliances working very good as it is newer resort. Very good food varieties with thematic days in the buffet, strong cold cut section, pastries and fruit sections amazing. Food serving temperatures very good. We considered the buffet as self service, as you can go and refill your soft drinks and beer/wine yourself, though the staff offer also, we liked that approach. Grounds are in well maintained condition, lot of cats, if you like those pets, what we do, you can secretly feed them, what we did. Lack of even middle shelf strong alcohol , if you like something straight, you will be disappointed. Now the beach, no pajamas, just palms and trees for your shade, fairly new beds, crowded as it is 500 room hotel, it was full, so estimated 1300 people, including kids, majority from Argentina, pretty loud, though there is a section where we found more comfortable in that matter , it is on the left from the central area. We normally not using pools, just ocean, so water was murky and there was a lot of jellyfish which stings, some people were complaining, so bringing sport shirts with long sleeves will help. So overall it was good experience with the right price. Not likely we will be back as swimming in the ocean is our priority .

We absolutely love this resort. The staff are friendly, the beach is beautiful, the food is great. There is always something for everyone to eat. We spend all of our time at the Royal Level beach. This was our second trip this year and our fourth trip overall. We have returned home and rebooked another trip to the Occidental Punta Cana for next year but also considering another.

Great hotel with beautiful grounds. The à la carte restaurants are very good and the fact that you don’t need reservations is a major plus. It does get busy on the weekends with the locals but other than the buffet being overcrowded during those days everything was fine. I do not recommend booking Saona Island excursion especially not with the Air Canada rep. Worst part of the island (no beach) and very dangerous getting from the taxi boat to catamaran as well as getting off the catamaran on the island. Total waste of money. The brochure looks amazing but it is NOT the same when you get there.

This resort is very well laid out and extremely clean. The foliage surrounds this resort is beautiful. All staff are very polite abd amazing. Beach is beautiful and very walkable. Food is very good no issues at all.

We have been repeating visitors to this resort. I never complain or had too before, I always try to make the best of any situation as I realize I'm better off than others and this is a luxury. I feel fortunate to travel. This was our 5th time returning to the Majestic Mirage. We had been looking forward to this trip for nine months we booked club for the first time ever. From the time we arrived we seem to have issues. I did send a request for preference of location. I do understand no guarantees, however when you're only booked at 50% capacity I would think as close to what we wanted should be something we could have been given, not the furthest from the request. Especially when they moved us not 2 hours later to the building we asked for. Not all restaurants are open every day, you had to wait every morning for an email to give you the scoop of where you can dine for the day. We had no running water in our first room, we had to be moved within two hours, we had cockroaches both dead and alive, while I understand I'm in a different country I don't think we should be seeing them all over, our room and in hallways dead and alive. The live ones weren't even scared of people. We couldn't get service by the pools; we asked multiple times for someone, and no one showed up, just to be clear, we tip and tip well. At least got steps to get my drinks. They ran out of Coors Lite daily at several bars including the buffet, along with mojito mixes and the food was subpar from previous trips. The towel guy refused to provide more than two towels at a time and gave us a hard time when we asked. I had to question our Butler who stepped in and found out a different reason why we couldn't get them, but magically Junior (butler) gave us new towels not 5 mins later, and Juan at the club pool handed them out as freebies in the morning. He is a lovely kind soul IYKYK. If it wasn't for our butler Junior and Alejandro our server in the main buffet for breakfast and the steak house this trip would have been a complete disaster. I understand there are those that love this resort, I was one of them. For the cost of the trip, I expect better service. We spoke to many people which were repeat visitors and they all had the same thing to say. We don't know what changed but it was disappointing. We won't consider this resort chain again which is really sad. I can't justify the cost for substandard service. If we base this last visit with the previous, it's a 3-star resort. Sorry.

I have been to Dreams 4 times in the last couple of years. I travelled this year with a friend and my sister. We love it there so much! The staff is incredible. Our concierge, Marcello helped co-ordinate some things for us which in turn eliminated some stress. We played a little fun hide and seek from him but he always managed to find us. Such fun!!!!! The entertainment team is amazing. I wish I could remember all their names. Just to name a few Rizza, Baby Face, Johnathon, Tarzan so, so many more. The professional entertainment was out of this world. The Broadway Show was terrific. Do any of them get tired??????? The bbq at the back was so good and we enjoyed it a couple of times, The fellow running it could use a bit more help though. It got kinda busy. The bar attendant there was very attentive and pleasant. JJ at the Preferred Bar is always so up beat and friendly. Loves to make me special surpise drinks. JJ you are a joy!!! David at the Blue Dorado always smiling and very pleasant. I do not have a single complaint. I enjoyed quiet places as well for myself. Just a really, really nice place and time. THANKYOU GUYS

The room was not the best quality and could use some upgrades. The minibar was not restocked daily, but it was passable if you do not plan to spend much time in your room. The resort itself is in need of a major makeover. Some of the ground tiles are damaged and can be very dangerous when wet. The food was a pleasant surprise. Every restaurant we tried was excellent, including the buffet. The beach was the worst I have seen. It was poorly maintained and badly eroded. The ocean was extremely rough, which is outside the resort’s control, but if a beautiful beach is a priority for your vacation, I would look elsewhere. The resort also requires a $200 deposit, and replacing a lost wristband costs $150. I found both policies unusual and off-putting. Even some local vendors suggested looking elsewhere. That said, we still managed to have a good vacation, and there were some real bright spots. Rosana, one of the poolside servers, was probably my favourite server ever. The excellent food and wonderful service helped make the trip enjoyable despite the resort’s

Very good hotel - room. service. entertainment. people. Cocktails. Traditional Latin American music's very good. But Music's can be more modern - electronic shaffle lambada and samba probably will be more often use and attract more people.

Nice resort, but the service is garbage. I went with a group of people eight of us has four rooms. We’re supposed to have two beds in each room there was only one and a small couch not even a pullout when I went back to complain that there is only one bed and that we ordered two beds. They told us you do not pay for the beds you pay for the room two beds is extra. You have to request it on our booking information. We requested two beds for every group, which was two people per group and none of us got what we were supposed to even when we complained they still couldn’t turn around and give us what we paid for the air conditioner broke on day four didn’t get switched until 9 o’clock on day five and for the excursions we went on a boat that we were supposed to see dolphins and stuff like that when no dolphins boat ride was shit so you pay all the money just to do nothing I would’ve rather just stay on the resort so don’t be tricked into that stuff people that are off the resort by the water in the sand. Those guys are crooks and just looked to gouge people for money. There’s a person with monkeys and iguanas that guy tried to charge $400 for pictures that he would take off my phone yeah so all in all like the resort is nice but the service garbage.

Preferred club is great. Having access to the preferred pools the butler and ac dining room is amazing. The rooms are a good size, but bathrooms could use better housekeeping. Would go back for sure.

The rooms are big and very nice. The cleaning staff are very good. The staff at the receptions are nice, friendly and very helpful. The severs at restaurants are nice, do a great job. We love the beach, unfortunately sometimes we do not get a spot because of people from Ambar take our spots…..

Just got back from Royalton chic. No welcoming drink..always had one at other royaltons. Resort was run down and tired. Constantly harassed by the pink shirts trying to sell us time shares. Beach was almost washed away and full of seaweed and garbage.was not cleaned up for first 3 days...food at buffet was same everyday and a 7 out of 10 with terrible service.Pools were clean and great. Bar service was great. Are room was clean and real nice. We had a good time but wont be back. Once and done. This was my 28th all inclusive so I know what to expect...stop harassing your quests with time shares...awful of you. This view was shared by all other guests we met

This was our first time visiting this resort. To be honest we went in with mixed feelings. Although we were a little bit bored of other resorts that had a little bit less energy. We were a little bit afraid that the energy here would be a little bit too high. To our surprise, the resort was phenomenal. This resort is divided in a way that if you want to be in a high energy environment and party like you're 21 again, no problem there's a place for you. However, if a little bit later you want to relax in a calmer environment, there's also a place for you. Overall, it is a beautiful resort, be careful with the beach, the waves can get pretty strong, the food is very reasonable and if you are modestly generous in your tips, you will have the best service you ever seen. Don't expect modern rooms, they are a little bit outdated however if you're going down South, I'm sure it's not to spend your time in the room. Certain things do need improvement, the sports bar has this horrendous smell inside of humidity, I feel pity for the people that have to work that bar. The disco could be a bit bigger with better sound. It gets very crowded and the sound is pretty muffled. I definitely recommend this resort and will undoubtably will be visiting Riu Republica again.

What a wonderful week of fabulous food, great service, and amazing accommodations.. The service was outstanding and we always felt that people would go out of their way to help. The proximity to the golf course was exceptional as one of the reasons we stayed at this resort was the course close by. This is our 5th time visiting this resort and I am confident we will return.

This resort is quite lovely and we were impressed. The resort has a focus on wellness…..it has a beautiful reception area, immaculate grounds, amazing food and beach area. We were impressed with the quality and variety of food, cleanliness of restaurants, friendly staff and well maintained rooms. Pickup on shuttles was timely. It was not difficult to immerse yourself in the mindfulness. and beauty of this place. Apparently the spa is lovely but not our thing; sales were high pressure. We experienced difficulty finding our transfer time and the staff were not able to help….a bus for Sunwing just happened to show up. There was not a rep on site.

Grounds: were beautiful Rooms: were nice, we had pool view on the preferred side. Beach: nicely kept. the downside is the seaweed, but that cant be helped Food: Very good! I like the no reservation required. We never waited more than 20 min to get in. If you want a/c while you eat, you need preferred This is by for one of the best resorts we've been to and would go back next year.

Beautiful grounds with different palms, blooming trees.It was like a small Zoo: ponds with interesting different fish, ducks, flamingos. Peacock wandering around.Especially we liked our walks to the lobby along the way surrounded by mangrove trees, small ponds and lawns, where we could meet iguanas, interesting birds, turtles. It was such a pleasure for our small grandchild and for us as well. Our room was nice, we could see the ocean from the balcony. The water park for children was also very good. The pools were good maintained, but we prefer the beach. The beach was nice, with palms, you could find a free sunbed for yourself any time. The food was very-very good and tasty. We could find everything for us every time. We did not go to any a-la cart restaurants. We used the buffet only. It was more convenient for us, because we were with a small grandchild. The only inconvenience were the sea weeds, but we manage to swim a lot in the very warm ocean water. The people, working in the resort were very attentive, friendly and hard working! We enjoyed a lot the vacation in this resort. Thank you! Will recommend the resort for my friends

Hotel, grounds, pool, food were all excellent. The only complaint would be that many children were out of control, running around the buffet, grabbing and touching food while parents seemed to be unaware. Not the resorts fault of course, but annoying. Was almost tripped by kids running around. There should be more supervision by hotel staff. Also, the rooms were in need of upgrading, flooring was buckled in places. Perhaps there should be an adults only section.

The resort is very accessible for anyone with mobility issues. Rooms are very clean and spacious. We enjoyed the restaurants and room service. The preferred club was worth the extra cost. Room location and the butler service was excellent. The beach is an enjoyable walk. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Resort is 1.5 hours from the airport that is the only downfall.

Poor experience. The rooms have virtually no sound insulation, making it very difficult to sleep due to noise from neighboring rooms and floors above. The dining experience was equally disappointing, as Royalton Splash guests appear to have fewer restaurant options and lower-quality food choices than guests staying at Royalton Punta Cana. The resort creates the impression that Splash guests are second-class customers. Would not recommend.

Good things: 1.There was no shortage in fruits for buffets and there were enough breakfast options. 2. Nice Greek ala carte restaurant. 3. Showers at the beach were working good 4. Towel handling at the beach were friendly, however some towels had small stains which is ok and normal as long as they are clean 5. Swimming pools were nice however there were many dirty stuff in them that was from the users so It is normal to see those. 6. Billiard and table tennis people were friendly however the tables were a bit old but that is also absolutely fine. 7. Internet was good in the area except for the beach which is normal. 8. Rogers roaming had no issue at all in the resort and also in the region. 9. Hard working staff were almost all nice mannered. Bad things: 1.More than 95% of the foods were not tagged their content in English. 2. Even though the room was renovated there were plenty of spiders. 3. The ocean water was full of seaweed and the water was mixed with too much sand and therefore it was not pleasant at all to swim or snorkel. some days the beach was smelling like toilet too. 4. There were too many local merchants at the beach and some of them were not morally good people, some of them were extremely pushy to sell you stuff that you don't need. 5. Even some of the people from the resort did not have good behavior if you did not buy their packages after they explained to us. 6. The best food I liked there was pizza and that means a lot. It means if a restaurant does not have enough good food you would end up going for French fries and pizza, however I would not say that it was bad however they could put a bit more effort to make the dishes better. 7. Ala carte restaurant of Mexican was just ok a bit salty, The Mongolian was very good except that a piece of broken plate was found in her food after biting it she found out. 8. Room temperature was not greatly controlled it is either too cold or you have to turn it off. But this problem existed in a few other places that we were in the past. 9. Fast food at the beach closes too early 10. On the arrival at the airport it was not very easy to find our shuttle. 11. At the registry of the first minutes of arrival I am expecting that sales men do not approach us too much so we can get to our room and get some rest in that hot climate. 12. some nights was for sales men to have their jewelry demonstrating on the desks for sale, they were also a bit pushy too. 13. We were buying this package under the assumption that we were allowed to use one more buffet of a different resort but that did not happen. Might be our mistake. I don't have time to go back and check all the papers. 14. We also were not allowed to go and check at least one of the other resorts for their night programs. Our night entertainment was just ok. Yet I appreciate their effort.

This resort was clean, nice rooms, comfortable beds, great assortment of delicious foods and friendly staff. I especially loved the ala carte restaurants! No need to book. Just show up in casual dress. The Mexican Restaurant was the best! I recommend the chicken fajitas!

our room smelled of sewage even after they claimed they fixed the toilet there is ZERO service if you don't speak spanish you are ignored buffet food is mediocre ... the specialty resturants were good but again NO SERVICE the pools are great the weather good no rain but very very humid

Staff was unaware of the menu options and dietary guidelines. I almost fell Ill because wrong dishes were served which had all ingredients which I was allergic to. I had to personally inspect the dish. Staff didn’t know anything.Most of the bartenders were rude. Felt out of place since we didn’t know Spanish. Felt discriminated. Room service was extremely poor. Orders were didn’t delivered all night. Butlers at our building was never available. Over all trip was disappointing.

Overall it was a great resort, the rooms were beautiful with a great balcony. The staff were nice and friendly However there was no kettle to make tea and we had to pay for hot water which was a bit absurd.

Generally a clean hotel. Food was excellent at the main buffet restaurant, Japanese restaurant and also at the French restaurant. Did not go the other restaurants. Daily and evening entertainment were all excellent. Never attended any nightly shows. Beach: Lots of sea weed the first two days. Hotel did an excellent job in putting up water barriers to guide them to a designated area. Last few days the beach was very clean. Sea weed smell was still present. Looks like the sea weed in general is seasonal and appear to be disappearing towards our last day.

We stayed at Ocean Blue & Sand in September 2026. I booked it because I had an excellent stay at Ocean Eden Bay in Jamaica earlier this year, and I expected a similar standard from the same brand. Sadly, the two experiences were night and day. Food: This was the biggest letdown. In both the buffet and the à la carte restaurants, food was often served cold, tasted stale, and was bland. The buffet had very few options, and the same limited selection repeated throughout our stay. I also had an upset stomach for most of the trip. Restaurant reservations: Booking the Japanese restaurant and the steakhouse was a daily struggle. We had to get up at 7 a.m. and try again and again just to get a table, as availability was always very limited. Yet when we finally got in, there were often plenty of empty tables, which made the whole system feel pointless. If food matters to you on an all-inclusive vacation, I'd look elsewhere. If you do book here, be ready to line up for reservations first thing every morning. The pools were nice and often clean; however, the beach was borderline unusable. There was a lot of seaweed, and the water didn't feel clean.

The people, the food and the resort were excellent The workers are so nice, the grounds and golf course were beautiful Had a wonderful time It was our third time there We will be going again next year The hotel is run very well

The hotel was great. We really enjoyed ourselves. The service, food, pool was great. The staff was always there eager to help. The room was nice a clean but a bit too cold. The beach was nice but a lot sargassum. The maintenance staff worked tirelessly to clean it up. I would recommend the BARCELO BEACH.

The good: installations look good and are maintained clean. It is a large complex with two hotels (Palace and Beach), the Beach being adults only if you want a different vibe even if you stay at the Palace. There is a lot to do: disco, bowling, golf, bars, restaurants, f1 simulator, etc, but some of them are not included. The bad: the food at the buffet was bad, sometimes overcooked, sometimes tasted as it was spoiled to the point I didn’t eat it, including some of the juices they offered. Food variety was also very weak, a lot of sausages in different preparation, if they ran out of something, they didn’t replenished or it would take forever to do so, so there were long lines for things like beef to grab some before it was gone. Chicken was always very dry and overcooked, Regarding the a la carte restaurants, they were ok, way better than the buffet, but nothing extraordinary. We went to the Italian one night and there was a roach in our seat, very bad start. I know in places with this type of weather is hard to keep insects out, but the roach at the Italian restaurant was not the only one, we spotted some more, including one in our room. We have stayed in two other hotels in Punta Cana before, no roaches at all in any of them. Some of the staff at the buffet feel like they hate being working there and that feeling is reflected in their poor service. Activities were not very good compared to other hotels. Night shows were not very impressive either. Unfortunately, the beach was full of sargassum so we couldn’t enjoy it as we wanted. Also, the smell from the sargassum can be very strong at times. I know the hotel has not much control on this other than cleaning as much as they can, but it was disappointing to find a beach that cannot be used.

Sunscape Coco Punta Cana — Beautiful resort, but VERY loud! Sunscape Coco Punta Cana is a very pretty resort with a beautiful beach, lovely pools and wonderful staff. But there is one thing I think people absolutely need to know before booking: this is a party resort, and it is LOUD. In fact, it is the loudest resort I have ever stayed at. If you’re looking for a lively, energetic, party atmosphere, this may be exactly what you’re looking for. If you’re looking for peace and quiet, I would seriously reconsider. Of the six nights we were there, we called Security twice very late at night because people had music absolutely blaring. One of those nights also involved people arguing, crying and fighting. We eventually started wearing earplugs to bed and still regularly woke up because of the noise. It wasn’t just an occasional disturbance—it was a pretty consistent part of the experience. The room: We had a swim-out room, which was fabulous. The room itself was perfectly sufficient, and the swim-out pool was lovely and, thankfully, much quieter than the rest of the resort. The beach: Absolutely gorgeous. Unfortunately, the seaweed was extremely prominent during our stay. The water was basically a murky tea colour, it smelled, and we couldn’t bring ourselves to go swimming in it. This is apparently a seasonal issue, so it’s not something the resort can really control. We enjoyed sitting by the beach and taking in the view, but did all of our swimming in the pools. The beach vendors are fairly aggressive. You just have to be assertive.  The pools: Clean and enjoyable. Our swim-out pool was definitely one of the highlights of the trip. The food: I’ll give them an A for effort. They clearly work hard to make the food look appealing and offer plenty of variety. But honestly, the food was just okay—maybe one step above what I’ve experienced at some Cuban resorts, but not much. There were things we enjoyed, but overall, food was not a highlight of the trip. Definitely go to the restaurants in the evening if you can.  The staff: This is where the resort really shines. The staff worked incredibly hard and were genuinely wonderful. Many employees didn’t speak much English, so I found myself wishing I had brushed up on my very rusty Spanish! We tipped very generously throughout our stay because we really appreciated the effort everyone put in: $5 at dinner, $1 at breakfast and lunch, $1 to the gentleman who made my egg-white omelettes, $1 whenever we got drinks, $5 for expedition bus drivers, $20 for the boat captains & crew, $5 a day for our room cleaner, and even $1 whenever I exchanged money at the front desk. $1 for anyone who helped me with my suitcase. Everyone seemed to appreciate it, and we were treated wonderfully. Excursions: We did an expedition that was an all-day adventure to Saona Island and a lot of fun. It involved quite a bit of travelling to get there, but we really enjoyed it. We also went paragliding, which was both fun and scary as hell! Definitely an experience I won’t forget. Overall, I’m glad we experienced Sunscape Coco Punta Cana. It’s a beautiful resort, the swim-out room was fantastic, the staff were wonderful, and we had some really fun experiences. Would I return? Probably not—and the reason is almost entirely the noise. I can handle a lively resort, but the level of nighttime noise was just too much for me. So my biggest piece of advice is: if you want a party, music, activity and a lively atmosphere, Sunscape Coco Punta Cana could be a great fit. If you want a quiet, relaxing vacation where you can sleep peacefully at night, I would choose somewhere else.

This resort is a 3-star at best. While it is fairly new, it disappointed in many ways. We are both seasoned travellers in the Caribbean and would say that it did not meet expectations overall. The food quality was basic at the buffet. The a-la-carte restaurants were disappointing as most dishes were sub-par. The beach had no seaweed which was a bonus, however it was not very clean and the ocean water was murky. The pools at the resort had insufficient filtration and looked filthy. The room was basic but very clean. The cleaning staff was efficient but would refill our used towels. The mattress was comfortable. We find it unacceptable for a resort to run out of rum, especially given the status it gives itself. If you are a coffee connoisseur, you may be disappointed with the Miches Cafe. The entertainment was mainly for children as it was targeted to Latin Americans who are often on vacation during this time of year (mid-September). We were pleased to see the resort’s initiative to reduce plastic waste - be prepared to carry your own water bottle and to refill it with the dispensers in the hallway. The Viva staff will undoubtedly chase you to attend their members’ meeting to sell you an upgraded status on your vacation.

Was my second time there and again had a great time. Food is great. Rooms were perfect had a swim up. Service was excellent Beach unfortunately was bad but not the hotel’s fault. Shows were fun.

We returned to the Majestic Mirage again in early September. The weather was beautiful. The food in the buffet was much better than during our previous visits. The service in most restaurants was excellent. Our butler, Junior, was the best we have ever had. He was warm, kind, and we saw him every day. He helped us address an issue with our airport transfer. The usually beautiful Bavaro beach was unusable due to seaweed which was very disappointing.

Everything in resort was excellent except the buffet restaurant,lots of improvements to be made.Hotel staff were excellent especially our cobcierge Osvaldo and staff member Sharina.They reached out to us daily to make sure all's well with myself and wife.Beach was terrible.

Everything was great,Staff were exceptional,respectful,Food was very nice,rooms are spotless cleaned everyday,the grounds are all manicured and clean pools! We enjoyed all the restaurants,the buffet had something different to eat each day Cutlery was very clean,glasses ,cups and saucers ,dishes were all very clean Floors were always spotless tables and chairs always wiped down. Sinks,showers and toilet in our room all worked well no problems Even the safe worked great Our fridge was always filled with water ,juice ect. Everything was wonderful beginning to end! A fabulous time

The resort that serves burnt food, no towels in washroom and begging for water I didn’t feel that good at all. People needs to be bit compassionate about the tips and money they r getting from tourists. Also makes little easy for check in process so people will understand it clear and better.

Clean, great entertainment and shows. Staff is very friendly. Loved it! Would go back. My kids loved it as well. There was a great coffee shop and boardwalk to wonder around on. A bit big but its ok

I usually don’t leave any feedback for any of my vacation , but I must say this resort was one of the best experience I’ve ever had . I travelled with my sister who is visually impaired and the accessible access of the resort was impeccable . The staff , the service and the cleanliness of the resort . 10 out 10 for me and yes I will go back .

Secrets playa Esmeralda was a big surprise for the better. Really nice hotel ( we stayed on the preferred area and it is worth it for sure ). Great drinks great food and very attentive stuff. The beach was really nice and if you walk to the left the water is like a pool.

The Grounds: really nice beautiful lobby. Buffet - Marketplace - needs a facelift; for a 5 star looks more 3 star, chair are dirty and falling apart. Decor out of style Room - the cabanas the foam matrtress had mold and the cabana themself need painting. BUGS in room Staff/ Housekeeping - amazing Shows - really good Nightclub - Was fun Dj's reall good

When it was raining my room was flooded and when I complained nobody cared about my problems after 3 days with lots of stress I put towel behind my door ?managers was so rude when I cried he walked away and never apologized.

We had a wonderful stay at Dreams Royal Beach Punta Cana. Beautiful location, with a stunning beach, clear water (aside from some sargassum which it is the season for), and plenty of places to relax and enjoy our time away from home. Our room though a little old, was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, which made the whole experience even better, shout-out to our beach bartender Ambiorix who was always coming making sure we had a cold drink in our hands. We also enjoyed the food (portofino, mercure, and seaside grill were very good) and the variety of activities (games, dancing and singing) and amenities available. Shout out to the entertainment team Yumi, Rissa, London, Tupac, Pikachu, Rosa, Geoffrey, and Baby face for running energetic dancing lessons and entertainment at the shows every night. We loved the circus and rock show. The atmosphere was relaxing and perfect for a getaway. There was some construction during our stay but it was handled very well and didnt interrupt guests. Overall, it was a fantastic experience and we would definitely consider coming back!

Impressive Hotel for sure, beautiful green vegetation with many pool options. Everything is within walking distance including the beach. The food at the buffet and à la carte was ok, we were just not lucky with the Italian restaurant, the food was really bad. We enjoyed the shows, especially the great Michael Jackson concert. Most staff could use a little bit of training to improve on their professionalism. They couldn’t be bothered, it was as if they just didn’t want to be there. The maids were extremely loud. It was not easy to sleep in, which is what most of us like to do when we are on vacation. We were lucky to have Joel as our concierge, he was very helpful and very prompt in responding to our questions and needs. Our welcoming committee did not give a good first impression. A gentleman nicknamed Macgyver took us to a corner and asked us intrusive questions, including what we did for a living. He also talked down on the airline that brought us to Punta Cana. We found all that to be very unprofessional. Overall, we enjoyed our 7 day stay. If only the staff could be a bit more cheerful.

Overall we enjoyed our time there. The beach is beautiful and they really clean the seaweed very well every day. The pool area was also really enjoyable and people from the pool bar are very nice and constantly going around to serve you. I want to mention the only women at the pool bar Lady - she is a lady indeed - she is making awesome cocktails, not once mixing up an order and she is very funny always joking and with a smile on her face. The grounds are very clean and people are helpful and nice . Food was ok - at the buffet they could use a bit of variety in a 7 day vacation because especially for breakfast we had the very same pastries every day. But the omelettes and eggs and smoked fish was awesome and the ladies which make the omelettes are really good at what they are doing . All à la carte restaurants are good - we had very much fun, good food and very nice service at the Japanese and also the grill one - to mention here Marlon Brando- hard working and fun guy. Entertainment was also good, the shows were diverse and pretty good and fun.

No matter how great the hotel or food is the main part of taking a trip to a sunny destination where there is ocean is to Enjoy the beach . Sadly we did not experience this at dreams onyx hotel and spa . The excursion was ok but again the beach we attended was full of seaweed . Will not be going to the Dominican Republic ever again and will not recommend anyone. Else to go .

We really enjoyed our stay at the Barcelo Bavaro Beach resort in Punta Cana. However, we were very disappointed as many other tourists in this resort to see the extreme sargassum situation on the beach, which made the beach unusable. The smell of seaweed from the beach caused a strong unpleasant smell in the pool areas. I believe when booking this area with a travel agent, the travel agent should be able to warn the consumer of this extreme situation. We are beach people and this put a damper on our vacation. We could not even walk along the beach. We chose this particular resort because of the calmness of the ocean. I know this cannot be remedied due to nature and extreme climate changes on the Atlantic Ocean side, however, to pay full price for a resort and not have the use of the beach proved to be very disappointing for us, as well as many other tourists on this property. I had done much reading and research and I was aware of this situation however upon arrival I was astonished to see the amount of sargassum which even the best of crew members were unable to keep up with. We enjoyed the fact that we were able to use the facilities of the Bavaro Palace it's sister property. However, in comparison the Animacion team and the shows differed immensely! We found the Barcelo Beach side was just too quiet with many activities cancelled without notice on their activities schedule and no vacation vibes music played throughout the resort. There was only one show on the beach side that we enjoyed. We found that we were always taking the train to the Barcelo Palace side to use the gym, the hydroptherapy spa, they included two free visits and the massive pools. The Animacion team made a valiant effort and the shows were of high caliber on this side as well. We did have a decent room with a King bed and much to our surprise we had an ocean view. The variety, presentation, and abundance of food was highly noticably, however even though they had advertised a gluten free station at their buffets, there were no such stations and I had a gluten free card, it was hard for them to accomodate my needs and, I am lucky that I do understand and speak Spanish since at this resort most of the employees do not speak English. They were more than happy to accomodate my eating needs at three of the a la carte restaurants that we ate at. Overall, the cleaninness and the abundance of pools and a la carte restaurants and buffets were plenty when were allowed to use both resorts.

I stayed at this hotel from August 18 to August 26 with my wife and two daughters, and unfortunately, the experience did not match the 4.5-star rating at all. The biggest disappointment was the food. There was very little variety, and many of the dishes were served cold. The selection of fruits and pastries was also very limited and not what I would expect from a hotel in this category. The restaurants were extremely hot because the air conditioning was not working properly. It was honestly very uncomfortable to sit and eat, especially with children. During the first two days, all four of us were badly affected by the heat, which made the beginning of our family vacation very difficult. The pool was another disappointment. The water was very warm, so it was not refreshing at all and did not help with the heat. The room itself was acceptable, but the TV and internet were unreliable and did not work properly. Overall, I expected much better based on the hotel’s rating and reputation. I would not consider this a true 4.5-star experience, and I would personally rate it around 2.5 to 3 stars. I would not recommend this hotel to families with children or to anyone who cares about food quality, comfort, and reliable amenities.

Overall, I would rate this resort three out of five stars, rather than four point five. While the room itself was decent, the overall experience was disappointing. The food had very little variety, and most meals were served cold. Fruit options were limited and not very good in quality. Housekeeping mostly just, tidied up rather than properly cleaning. The floors and bathroom were often not cleaned well. The Wi-Fi was unreliable and kept disconnecting, and the in-room TV internet rarely worked. One of the biggest issues was the pool. The water was extremely warm, which made it uncomfortable to swim, especially in the heat. Overall, I had much higher expectations, and I don’t think this hotel deserves a 4.5-star rating. I personally wouldn’t stay here again, and I would recommend that anyone who values good food, cleanliness, and reliable amenities consider other options. They only positive experience was the staff. They were very nice and friendly and they try their best to help.

Perfectly appointed hotel with fantastic food, large rooms, and an excellent pool with lots to do. Staff were all smiles the whole time and made sure that everything was perfect during our stay. Largely couples during our stay so may not be ideal for singles looking to mingle.

We’ve been to Royal Bávaro six times now, so I thought I’d share my current thoughts on the resort. Overall, it’s still a fun family resort with lots to do, great room options, and the convenience of being oceanfront and all-inclusive. ? PROS • Lots to do: lazy river, FlowRider, shallow wading pool, mini water park, mini putt and playground. • Food available throughout the day: two food trucks, outdoor grill, pizza window and Diamond Club food options. • Great room options: one-bedroom suites and swim-up rooms are available, and the couches convert into pull-out beds — great for families. ? CONS • Rooms are starting to feel rundown: our room had no alarm clock, the shower barely drained, and there was rust on some of the cupboards. • Menus have changed: unfortunately, three of my personal favourite meals have been removed. ? • Dinner reservations: can be frustrating and difficult to get. Diamond Club definitely helps with this. Also very warm inside the restaurants • Nightly entertainment: not a ton happening in the evenings, especially for kids. • Pool maintenance: we noticed quite a few broken/missing pool tiles. We also seen a young boy needing stitches after cutting his toe in the pool, which was concerning. • Tons of seaweed. Obvi that can’t be controlled but there was nothing being done to try and tidy the beach. ? FINAL THOUGHTS After six visits, I’d still say Royal Bávaro is a fun family resort with a lot to offer. That said, I do feel like some areas of the resort are starting to show their age, and there are a few things I’d love to see improved. Would we come back? Probably yes. The overall experience, location, activities and family-friendly setup keep bringing us back. ❤️?

Viva Miches by Windham is very good. we have no problem for the room, spacious, clean, food, lot of selections, crew are very polite, pools are good, beach calm, no big waves. My wife and I was happy. I will recommend this resort to my friends

Hotel I had the Junior Suite with two beds. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. The bathroom could use a little work, especially the stand-up shower. The pool was clean and well maintained. Overall, the hotel is a clean and pleasant place to stay. Staff The staff were amazing! After reading all the reviews about the staff in Punta Cana, I honestly didn’t have very high expectations. However, this place completely changed my opinion. The service was excellent, and the staff were very friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay. Beach The beach was the most disappointing part of our stay. It wasn’t suitable for swimming because there was a lot of seaweed and a strong smell. There were also a lot of boats and ships parked in the water, which took away from the overall beach experience.

The hotel was clean and the staff was helpful and friendly. The food was great lots if variety and they accommodate my allergy towards dairy and nuts. The entertainment was for all ages. Pool side bar was amazing

The Resorts upkeep could have been better, the vent in our room looked like it hadn’t been cleaned in a while as well as the AC not working as intended leaving us in a hot room all week long not fun.

i give it a 8 out of 10 the only bad thing was we could not enjoy the beach. The water was dirty and full of see weed. We like the beach and go swim in the water but could not do it any f the days nobody was in the water that part was disappointing. The resort and the food was excellent and the staff was great.

Dates: August 13–20, 2026 Resort: Barceló Bávaro Beach (Adults Only) Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4.5/5) We recently returned from a fantastic week-long stay at Barceló Bávaro Beach. If you are looking for a beautifully maintained property with great entertainment and a relaxed atmosphere, this is a wonderful choice. Here is a detailed breakdown of our experience. ? Premium Swim-Up Room (Room 3021) * Daily Use: Having direct water access from our terrace was a game-changer. We used the swim-up pool every single day. * Meticulous Care: The ground staff cleaned the pool area every morning and checked the pH levels throughout the day to ensure perfect water quality. * Room Service: Prompt, attentive, and consistently great quality. ?️ Dining & Gastronomy * La Brisa: Outstanding experience. The food was delicious and the service was absolutely excellent. * The Buffet: While smaller than standard mega-resort buffets, the food preparation and flavour were vastly superior to most other resorts we have visited. * The Main Downside (Palace Side A la Cartes): To attend the specialized à la carte restaurants, you must travel to the family-friendly side of the resort (Barceló Bávaro Palace). This area is incredibly chaotic and "stupid busy." * The Commute: You have to take a small train ride over to a massive plaza, which you then have to navigate through just to find your restaurant. We found this overwhelming and a complete distraction from the tranquil, chill vibe we enjoyed on the adults-only side. ? Outstanding Service & Concierge * Mister Amazing (Felix Ozuna): Our concierge, Felix, truly went above and beyond to turn our holiday into a special event. * Highly Responsive: He was always available on WhatsApp to answer questions or help out (though, of course, the man rightfully deserves his time off with his family!). * VIP Perk: Felix provided us with a complimentary excursion to Don Lucas, which was a massive highlight. ? Don Lucas Excursion Insights If you get the chance to go, do not hesitate. This excursion offers a fascinating, in-depth look at traditional Dominican products: * Cigars: You get to see the meticulous process of manual cigar rolling and learn about the different tobacco blends. * Coffee & Chocolate: They provide immersive educational breakdowns on how local cacao and coffee beans are harvested, roasted, and processed. * Tastings: You can sample and purchase authentic, high-quality Dominican goods directly from the source. ? Property & Entertainment * Grounds: The entire property is pristine, lush, and exceptionally well-maintained. * Nightly Shows: The entertainment team puts on fantastic, high-energy productions every evening that are well worth watching. ? Final Verdict Barceló Bávaro Beach delivers a top-tier adult-only experience, largely driven by stellar staff like Felix and excellent food quality. Just prepare yourself for the stark contrast in energy levels if you decide to cross over to the Palace side for dinner!

Nous avons passé des belles vacances, la nourriture, la pina colada , les activités et la plage étaient magnifiques.par contre, la chambre 2148 que nous avons occupé allait être meilleure si la sortie de ventilation n avait pas eu de moisissures. Bref, nous avons aimé notre séjour et c était la première fois que j ai vraiment profité de mes vacances.

This was our first family trip with our 4 year old and 1 year old and Royalton Splash Punta Cana did not disappoint. There was always somwthing to do for both kids, whether it was the pool, the beach, or the water park. The rooms were fabulous and well maintained. Only thing that could be fixed was the showers did not drain well and would leak from the side to the floor. The restaurants were delicious and service was impeccable, particularly at the Mexican Restaurant. Overall, amazing trip and we would come back with family/friends!

*RULE: No toilet paper permitted to be flushed down the toilets!!!! use waste basket--same rule as in Costa Rica. **Pro: beach is beautiful, minimal waves! Food and drinks. Security. Friendly. Hairbraided for good price. Punta Cana Airport and near the airport is Starbucks, Burger King, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, KFC. ***Con: Canadian Dollars NOT accepted in DR (vendors want their pesos or USD only) - so everything is very expensive, front desk is slow service and many don't speak/understand English, choking toxic fumes from boats/motorized rec vehicles, vendors along the beach that come up to your lounge chair non-stop, rooms have poor flushing toilets, restaurants around the area are loud with kids staying up really late at night. ****Comparing with Cuba----For this 3.5 stars, the cost of the trip was the most expensive one so far @ $2000 pp 2 weeks). Cuba 2025 Summer was $1300 for 5 star Grand Muthu Almirante (Emerald in English) Beach Hotel. Food tasted much better at Whala Boca Chica DR than any Cuban Hotel I've stayed at. Dominicans add spices and herbs.

Comparing with Cuba's standard of service and nature. Pros: Beach is lagoon-like, so shallow and crystal clear for a long distance. You have an opportunity to visit Saona Island where some scenes for The Blue Lagoon were filmed. The buffet is better than Cuba's 3.5 star hotels - more variety. Wifi is available at the beach. Two beaches to enjoy with a beach-front private restaurant and public road (locals on motorcycles use) that leads to a dock for boats and jets you can rent. Lots of private beach front restaurants to see along you walk on the shore. Tourist police patrol on motorcycle a few times a day and foot patrol by local police. Local grocery stores in a walking distance (Ole de Boca Chica is great). Burger King and Little Caesars. Cons: Airport is in Punta Cana so 2 hour, white-knuckle drive in a mini-bus. 12-minutes ride to Santo Domingo Internation Airport!!!!! This hotel has inconsistent service - bar, buffet and room cleaning. Can't relax --- "looky looky" aka view the merch (DR themed bracelets, t-shirts, towels), coconut/cashew brittle, flat bread deep fried, red candied coconut balls, corn on the cob, ice cream, Lots of construction all over the narrow streeted Boca Chica beach front town. Lots of litter in the ditches and left by the locals or Dominican weekend warriors. Drinking in the water in the day and evening.

Stayed at the resort for 7 days not a day in our stay where the beach is cleaned from seaweeds. Water is dark brown, aside from weeds it looks as if the oil from all the yatch , boats that are docked there are all in the water. It didn’t say in the description that it’s a few feet away from marine dock. We were also hassled by the people at the beach, hard to relax when they swarm you trying to sell you anything and everything. These hasslers also keep saying “Nihao” indirectly to me although I’m not Chinese which I think is very disrespectful to the Chinese people and to me The rooms smelled bad like sewer. The pillows are smelly although the cleaners changed the casings. The AC is not cold enough. We were also asked to be in a meeting the next morning after we arrived but because we decided to sleep in and not show up for the meeting when I asked AirCanada rep in Sunscape about our pick up time the day before our check out he said “ you missed your chance, you are all not in the list because you didn't show up in the meeting” The meeting is just about selling activities of things to do in Punta Cana which are far more expensive than buying online. The rep gave us a hard time before telling us the pick up time for airport transpo. He was asking for eticket number which I couldn’t provide at the time bec it was in my email and there is NO WIFI at the front desk area and at the Windows buffet area. I was ready to loose it and call the airline itself. We were also scammed at the airport by some dude named Miguel who lured us to go to Hard Rock Cafe for free breakfast buffet and discounted activities. On the way back to Canada 2 of my children were placed on stand by bec the plane was full they said. I don’t understand bec I paid for the package, I will understand if they seat at random spot and not together bec they didn’t buy preferred seats. Been on the trip with my family and it’s the first time I’ve experienced being harassed everywhere we go in Dominican Republic. Another thing, I do not know how someone from DR was able to make a $5.68 purchase using my account from the name “Rafael Mendez” which I denied bec I didn’t authorized him to make this purchase . I also recieved a reset password for my apple ? This is my first and last visit there.

The staff was very accommodating! We asked to have an extra bed brought into the room and they had it done within an hour. Rooms were otherwise mostly fine. Our patio doors did not lock, but this turned out to be helpful since our room keys deactivated basically everyday. Food was good but repetitive. They could use more effective security on the beach. The locals selling excursions were VERY pushy; almost to the point of harassment. Pools are awesome though!

We had an amazing stay at this hotel. The grounds were always clean and well maintained, and the rooms were spotless and comfortable. The minibar was consistently restocked, with extra bottled water provided daily. We also appreciated the ice machines conveniently located throughout the resort. The food was very good, and the service was outstanding. We were especially impressed by the quality of service from the staff, who were friendly, attentive, and professional throughout our stay. The beach was cleaned daily, towels were always available, and most of the à la carte restaurants were excellent. The Spanish and Italian restaurants were my favorites, and the Japanese restaurant was also very good. One thing to note is that the portion sizes at the restaurants were extremely large. While the food was delicious, many dishes were much bigger than necessary, which resulted in a lot of food being left uneaten and potentially wasted. Areas for Improvement: Argentinian Restaurant: The service was extremely slow. We waited about an hour for our food, and we had to ask for bread and butter while waiting. Boats Near the Beach: There are too many boats traveling back and forth close to the shoreline. They pass frequently, sometimes every few minutes, and the smell of fuel can be noticeable and unpleasant. It would greatly improve the beach experience if the number of boats were reduced or if they operated farther from shore. Overall, this is a fantastic resort with excellent service, great food, and beautiful, well-maintained facilities. I would definitely recommend it and would gladly return.

Très belle endroit, nous avons adoré notre séjour ! Le personnel était très accueillant ! L'endroit est magnifique ! Nous avons bien mangé. Nous avons été bien conseillé pour les activités. Je recommande fortement cette endroit

Beautiful place well maintained clean delicious restaurant but sea weeds stop me to go in the ocean and I use only the pool , at least I have good weather , food was very good, service excellent, room clean and spacious.

I stayed 14 days it was a nightmare. Lots of things didnt work in our room. Its a big resort so please be aware there will be alot of walking. No buses, it takes forever. Food was horrible. Service was terrible. Beach had a bad smell and alot of sargassum. As a female I didn't feel safe and I'll not return.

In first review I wrote my opinion about my vacation at dreams flora. Just want to add special thank you to Juan Pena- incredible nice bartender of prefered club adults only pool. He is so nice, friendly, with good English guy making our vacation pleasant

Overall, this is a good resort and we had a pleasant experience. The food, location, pools, and facilities are all good. However, my main issue is the price. They charge a significant premium, around 20 to 30% more than many comparable resorts, but I honestly did not find the overall experience to be 20 to 30% better. A few things that stood out: 1. 24-hour room service: Having room service available 24 hours sounds like a great feature, but unfortunately the quality was disappointing when we tried it. The bread tasted like it was a couple of days old, and the coffee was very hit or miss. After that experience, I did not order room service again. 2. Pools: The pools are good, clean, and enjoyable, but they are similar to pools at many other resorts. I did not find anything particularly fancy or premium about them. 3. Water slides and activities: There are some extra slides and water features around the pools, which are nice to have. I tried them a couple of times and enjoyed them, but after that they did not really add much value to the overall experience for me. 4. Lazy river: The resort highlights the lazy river quite a bit, so I was expecting something special. It is okay, but compared to other lazy rivers I have experienced, this one felt more like a pool with very slowly moving water. It was nice to try, but definitely not something I would consider a major reason to choose this resort. The regular food was good, the location was good, and overall the resort was enjoyable. I am not saying this is a bad resort at all. My issue is simply the value for money. When a resort charges 20 to 30% more than comparable options, I expect something noticeably better or more premium. I just did not find that here. The overall experience felt very similar to other good resorts that cost considerably less. At a more competitive price, I would have a much more positive opinion of this resort. But at the current pricing, I personally do not think the extra cost is justified, and I would not return at this price.

Service very slow. Front desk is slow took 2 hours to check in. Restaurant very slow. It takes 20 mins to get your drinks. Also asked for an extra towel and blanket on the app. Stayed for 7 days never got the extra towel or blanket

We have been to this resort last summer and this summer . We love this resort . Rooms can be updated and need to give all towels in size . Food is good steak out on adults only other one sucks with Italian sucks. Beach not go but we went to 2 beach’s off resort. They just need to take all the towels off the lawn chairs at night because people don’t know . Bar in pool should stay open until pool closes. Fridge should alway be filled with what is missing . We are a big family with 3 guys that can eat and every restaurant we ordered each 2 to 3 plates at a time and we finished everything.there is a little shop down the beach it’s a nice walk down the beach even through the it looks like a lake. Entertainment at night was good always something. The beach party was wild . Casino needs an update and more machines. Need to update the people that work there. Someone was unfriendly. Do the boggie Excursions do the one with the beach same price longer and much better.

Nice hotel but never use the beach because was smelling and full of grass , so I don’t use at all for 1 week, not happy at all , I hope my family goes the next week and don’t find the same situation….

We visited in late July and the resort was beautiful. When it comes to details, management and staff thought of everything. Our room included a walkout pool overlooking the main pool area. The cleaning and service staff did everything to make our stay extra special. I will surely visit and recommend this resort to others!

Room was dated and it feel like it as well. Balcony door did not lock, luckily we were on the second floor. Shower was falling apart and the toilet was making weird sounds for a while after being flushed. Food was decent in the buffet. Breakfast and lunch was repetitive but dinner had some good options like lobster night etc. The lunch by the beach seems to be better than the one by the pool. Mixed drinks were a hit and miss. The ladies I traveled with felt they were being ignored by the bartenders sometimes serving the men first. As for service, majority of the employees were good and attentive but there were a few that just ignored requests. Could be a language barrier but it would have been better if they just indicated they did not understand. The Beach was infested with seaweeds. They try to pick it with a tractor but it was hopeless. Not the fault of the hotel and the workers were doing their best to control it. Pools were good and enjoyable. A la carte - a couple good ones. The Brazilian and Mongolia were the best of the ones visited. Sushi and Indian not so much. Not a lot of good activities for kids. There were a few good shows like the magic snow and circus, but it started and 10pm. After a day at the pool, the kids were too tired to be up that late.

We have found this place by chance, as initially it was not near our top choices due to the resort's aging infrastructure. But since the the dates worked for us with our short notice trip, we took the chance. After staying there for a few days, I can confidently say that this was the most relaxing sun destination trip I have taken so far. The entire VIK resort complex is dated and not fancy, which is visible once you start exploring, but it was clean and comfortable. The staff at Cayena are very friendly, helpful and courteous. The guests that were there at the time also seemed to have developed a sense of care and relationship with Cayena, as quite a few of them continue to return on regular basis. The private beach section always offered plenty of loungers and hammocks. The pool was not overly busy during our stay. Many times, were were the only ones there. The Cayena exclusive a la carte restaurant offered great options for breakfast and lunch. We have tried almost all of the menu options and enjoyed every dish that was made for us. I really enjoyed having our made to order breakfast while sitting a few meters away from the ocean. The Cayena exclusive bar also provided us with all the necessities for our stay. All combined, the Cayena section delivered everything that we needed at the pace we wanted. We have not experienced any moment of urgency or rush, as almost everything was within reach and exclusive to us when needed. For the duration of our stay, we hardly ever needed to cross over to the main resort, with the exception of the evening buffet and entertainment. Now, the beach was covered in seaweed because of the season, so we did not get to go into the ocean. Erosion is also visible along the beach, which is a more widespread occurrence along many other resorts. However, with the way Cayena is set up, you can still enjoy the ocean views from the pool, the bar, the restaurant, the patio, and the rooms. I would definitely go back and definitely recommend for anyone that just wants to relax.

Our experience at Bahia Principe Punta Cana was truly amazing from beginning to end. The resort exceeded our expectations with its beautiful surroundings, outstanding service, and the incredible Caribbean atmosphere. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and cared for. The resort offers beautiful gardens, a spectacular beach, relaxing pools, great entertainment, and comfortable accommodations that made our vacation truly enjoyable. We would also like to give special recognition to Manuela Romeiro, our vacation travel agent, for his exceptional attention, professionalism, and support in helping us organize this unforgettable trip. Manuela went above and beyond to ensure every detail was taken care of, providing excellent recommendations, quick responses, and outstanding customer service. Her dedication helped make our vacation smooth, stress-free, and memorable. Thank you Manuela for creating such a wonderful experience. We also highly recommend this resort and the excellent service provided by our agent for anyone planning a dream vacation in Punta Cana. ?☀️ We look forward to returning again!

The resort exceeded our expectations. The staff was incredibly helpful. The kids explorer club was great. The entertainment crew rocked it. The variety and access to food was fantatic. All our meals were delicious.

Bahia principe Ambar was the perfect getaway for us. The location was right on the beach and the resort enviorment was perfect for older couples. Food was excellent and we had mamy choices of restaurants to choose from as all of Bahia principe resorts in Punta Cana are conectred

Beautiful area of the country. Still undeveloped. Best beach so far. Food average and some ala cartes good and some not so good. Buffet good variety and staff are excellent. Front desk staff are careless and not very helpful. They tried to over charge for the preferred package not knowing I had researched how much it was from here. Wanted crazy money for something I didn’t think was worth. All you get is top tier liquor by their standard, extra restaurant and a butler. All of which have no value to me. Their area is gated off but not on the beach itself. The resort is new and nice but the area is being developed with other resorts planned already which are even higher end. Good to visit now to see the beautiful beaches as not sure how long that will last. Would go again but would try other resorts planned already. Overall a solid 4 star. Also was our anniversary and nothing special was done. Maybe the butler might have if I had chosen to pay thousands for preferred but not really worth a bottle of booze, banner and maybe a bubble bath set up.

It is good resort food beach activities show except reception guys which don't want to fix cold water in the sink in our room I'm ask them 3 times during our vacation and they still not fixed because only hot water coming any position and you can't do nothing water is very hot you have to step in bathtub to do your thing this is only one thing I don't like in this hotel all the rest it was perfect

The only good things I could say is that the rooms were clean and the “Limbo” à la carte restaurant was good. That is were it ended. The meat at the Rodizio steak house was harder than my shoe. We went for a wedding and the chicken also was tuff to cut and was stuffed with raisins when it was supposed to be wild mushrooms. Most of our guests got sick and to top it off, all 4 toilets by the pool were locked the two days I had to use them.

The property was nice. Pools are good, Rooms are nice. Good gym The issue we had was with the food - especially with the lack of food options during the day. The only coffee shop on the resort was off limited to us as we were at the Aquamarine and the coffee shop was only for those at the Ambar. So, machine coffee it is. The meals at the restaurants are OK, not great. Went to watch a World Cup football game at the sports bar, during the day. The place was empty except for the 4 booths at the very back that were full. This is because no one was allowed to site the big screen without reservations. That entire area was empty! Also, beer was $5 at the Sports Bar. The staff was polite but not friendly. I will not be returning to this resort.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10 — An Amazing Experience at Secrets Cap Cana We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Secrets Cap Cana! The service was truly 10 out of 10. The restaurant service, room service, and bar service were all exceptional, with friendly, attentive, and professional staff who made our stay even more enjoyable. A very special thank you to Angelo and Francis for taking such great care of us and always being there whenever we needed anything. Their kindness, attention, and excellent service made us feel truly special. We highly recommend Secrets Cap Cana and look forward to coming back again!

We loved the resort grounds, the food, the people. Room was very dated but clean. The AC worked and toilet flushed. Entertainment was good but often ended early in the evening. Liked that it wasn’t crazy far from airport too.

From start to finish this resort is simply top notch! Staff are incredible, grounds are amazing , rooms are heavenly and the food is excellent! Would go back in a heartbeat! Majestic resorts have it all! Perfect vacation spot!

There was black mold on our bathroom ceiling and I ended up with bacterial pneumonia hospitalized for 3 days which the doctor at the hospital said it could certainly be caused by mold They switched our room. The new room had a faulty electrical outlet. Theywere supposed to fix it but never returned. They put a huge cable outlet running across the room which could have ended up with one of us tripping. We got locked out of our room for 2 1/2 hours because of the faulty lock. No compensation given us whatsoever

1. It’s a Spanish owned hotel, not much workers speak English. 2. Food was a 5/10 3. Waited 1 hr in line at the reception desk to check into our room just to find out we have a royal level check in which is somewhere else that had no line. Workers were not working, keep leaving the desk doing other things even thought the line was long. 4. Beach was the highlight 8/10 just lots of seaweed by the shore.

The grounds of the resort are beautiful and the entertainment is top notch. For some reason is says I’m reviewing Hideaway but we were at the Punta Cana Diamond Club. Tried to get connecting rooms - no luck. Reserved rooms ahead of time - not honored. Our daughter has a shellfish allergy and it was a very difficult experience for her. We informed the resort of her life threatening allergies and on the second day we found a shrimp tail in the children’s pasta. We had a good response from the staff to help accommodate her need to use take out containers and eat in her room. On a few occasions we were stopped and questioned about using take out containers. The beach has beautiful sand but the water is not turquoise - it is kinda like swimming in an Ontario lake. The pools are super warm and both my kids got ear infections after a few days. Being ear drops because they are 35USD at the shop at the resort. The water park at Splash was a lot of fun.

We have been to this resort 3 times in the last 4 years, we had excellent service from Rodolfo the beverage person. The house keeping staff was amazing, an issue we had was we booked a king size bed in November 2025 but we were given 2 twins. Which was disappointing as this was our 25th wedding anniversary trip. Some of the à la carte restaurant the staff were dismissive and rude. The Indian and Greek restaurants were disappointed in.

Pretty grounds, talented bartenders. Poor communication about shuttles to and from the airport Food was amazing with new items everyday. Very nice house red and white. Bring singles to tip wworkers

this hotel was huge, plenty of lounge chairs, plenty of restaurants, huge buffet. many rooms lack air conditioning, we had to request a different room 3 times, eventually we got one that if you kept the blackout blinds closed with the ceiling fan and ac, you were able to bring the temp to 24 degrees. we slept comfortably as the bedding was thin and light. showers were huge, stingy on the shampoo, the staff works 12 days on 3 days off so they seemed tired. when we tipped some staff member we got better service, but at first they barely looked us in the eyes. the beach was beautiful, no seaweed, huge waves super fun jumping and splashing into the waves, i enjoyed the monkeys and parrots on the beach. dont do the saona beach excursion it was filled with bees and you spend most of the time in the car and on the boat, takes forever to get there. you had to take a shuttle to riu palace to enjoy the wild theme parties, the hotel itself was kind of boring at night. overdose of bachata music and performers. the activty pool and calmer pool had two speakers going at the same time, that was super annoying its like my ears had no idea where to listen. buteventually our super nice pool server said something and suddenly we had bachatta at the calm pool and regular top 40 at the activity pool. legit felt like two ipads blasting the same time.. mbut once we said something it changed instantly so that was appreciated.