Grand Sirenis Punta Cana Resort: Some highlights, some lowlights!

We chose this resort after visiting its Mexico sister property a few years back. This one was a disappointment by comparison. Go to the Maya Rivera instead! The highlights; great beach, nice pool, lots of chairs. The lowlights: food was terrible with very little food safety protocols, the property is aging, family suite rooms are very small and not great for a family, and there are a lot of families and a lot (a lot of kids) there. Overall, if you can get this for a good deal and don’t care abou [... read more]t decent food, then it’s fine. If you are looking for something a bit more vacation-y, then keep looking.

Royalton CHIC Punta Cana: very nice resort. 9.95/10

public washrooms were always clean maid forgot to top up our bath towels twice but that was ok because they brought clean towels as soon we complained. rooms always clean. buffet was exellent, a la carte best restaurant was hunters. entertainment was fun pool and beach was great, loved walking the beach( never ends for miles). would recommend this resort over Sandels anytime for the price when you compare adult only resort.

Dreams Onyx Resort and Spa: Amazing resort

this resort beach grounds rooms where very clean lots of food staff is very friendly this resort is very Kid friendly .Our family had a Great Vacation We would definity return Check in very fast and great to deal with

Bahia Principe Escape Ambar: Very good resort

We have been to this resort many times and we were not disappointed. This year we went later than usual and because of the timing there were a lot of young people due to US student break week. We like the Ala carte restaurant variety. The Dominican people are very gentle and happy people which makes it so enjoyable.

El Beso Adults Only at Ocean El Faro: Relaxing Resort that made for a great vacation

Overall, this was a great resort, however, they missed on certain things that could make it an incredible resort. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, with the mini fridge stocked daily and housekeeping doing an exceptional job of cleaning our room - however, the AC failed to work for most of the week and this seemed to be an issue with multiple rooms. Most restaurants were great, especially the Teppanyanki, but certain restaurants had limited service, long waits, and mediocre food. The staf [... read more]f across the resort were incredible, with service being the number one priority, but they seemed to be lacking quantity in many locations, which was the blame for the slow service from my perspective. The grounds were incredible with a beautiful lobby and flora, and a huge amount of space to explore - if you like large resorts, this is a great place to go! However, this is not a beach resort - lots of pools, but beach is extremely rocky! Avoid the timeshare salespeople at all costs - they'll indicate that it'll only take a certain amount of time, but you go through a chain of people who don't communicate with each other and it is impossible to get your 'promised voucher' without spending minimum 3 hours. We did and they still did not follow through on everything that the first person promised and they wouldn't even share the pricing for the timeshares as we were not serious enough about purchasing - again, a big waste of time!

Catalonia Royal Bavaro: Great Place to Vacation

This resort has it all! The beach, pools and garden area are all beautifully maintained. The rooms are exceptionally comfortable and maid service top notch. The Restaurants offer a substantial selection of food and excellent wait staff. The golf courses, (9 hole on hotel grounds and 18 hole a ten minute van ride away) are well kept and challenging enough for the average golfer and duffer alike. But the Main Reason We have visited this resort 9 times is the People. They all go out of their wa [... read more]y to make your stay the best possible!

Ocean Blue and Sand: Nice clean resort w/ great food!

The resort was very clean. Rooms were always clean. A little dated, but clean. Food was great. Did not have 1 bad meal. Japanese and Steak House were both excellent, and the Marina for lunch and buffet for breakfast did not disappoint. Staff were always se friendly and helpful. Only thing I would not recommend is going to the shopping market. Very overpriced merch and it took over 1/2 to get our ride back.

Catalonia Royal Bavaro: Very nice resort.

We had a wonderful week at the Royal Bavaro. The resort staff work hard to keep it fresh and clean. The adults only section met all of our needs and provided 3 locations with loungers; a quiet pool, beach front and swim up pool. The food was excellent.

Riu Palace Macao: Amazing Resort!!!

We absolutely loved RIU Palace Macao! The staff are top level and the hotel is beautiful. We had a great time and will definitely be back. Thanks so much Cindy for recommending, and all of your help.!

Bahia Principe Escape Aquamarine: Great Resort

This resort is incredible. Very big with many hotels. The staff seem to have a good grasp on running things, despite its size. The food was pretty good. There were ups and downs, but for the most part very satisfying. They could improve on the coffee. I love my coffee in the am and throughout the day. Maybe add decaf as an option. All and all, very relaxing. Super friendly staff and very interactive.

Bahia Principe Escape Aquamarine: Not So Good

Aquamarine room was dated and in need of a refurbishing. No dedicated outlets for phone chargers etc, in fact you had to unplug lights just to charge your phone. No stopper in sink. Towel and face cloth supply was sporadic. Handle on sink was almost broken and shower set up was loose. Room door was not sealed properly as you could clearly see the light shining around the door frame. In room fridge was not always replenished. Lack of good air conditioning in our lobby. Not easy to cool down after [... read more] a day in the sun. Lobby tables were not cleaned and were always sticky. Very difficult to find chairs at pool and beach. Sports Bar could not get NHL games on their TVs. Food was good, a la carte restaurants were good and not packed, but it was difficult to get reservations at the time you wanted. The bars also ran out of supplies and didn’t seem to care. No gin, no champagne, no Rose wine etc and the quality of of their alcohol was not up to standard.Overall the Aquamarine is not a 5 star resort and it won’t be until they refurbish the rooms.

Bahia Principe Grand Bavaro: Bahia Principe grand Bavara

Grounds were beautiful but needs maintenance.Room was nice but needs maintenance but very comfortable. Food was good but repetitive. Too many,mosquitoes I got bitten all over my feet . Service could improve at the buffet

Melia Punta Cana Beach Wellness Resort Adults: Clean, Zen, Quiet, Tropical Paradise Resort

This resort is a Tropical Paradise. The grounds are absolutely beautiful. The lobby is stunning with fountains, water features and lots of greenery. A wonderful place to sit back, relax, enjoy the soft music and island breezes while sipping on a refreshing mojito. A place where we would frequent after dinner at the lobby bar. We stayed in the Premium Beach Side rooms building 6 a great location. Easy and quick access to the pool, beach and breakfast/lunch buffet area. Dinner is at the lobby a [... read more]rea a quick ride by trolley. We did NOT stay at the level of the resort and we were comfortable and very happy with our choice. This is our second visit here and we love it! The weather was perfect….beach and pool side area clean and inviting with plenty of seating in and out of the sun. Several palapas available. Pool temperature was perfect along with an awesome swim up bar with fun and friendly servers. The pool area is quiet, no music allowed and that was okay with me and my friends. A quiet enjoyable atmosphere. The food was good, always a choice of salads, several types of meats…burgers, wings, chicken, beef dishes, pasta, cheese, breads, just to mention a few….. you won’t leave hungry. Wine not that good. The rooms are comfortable and clean, plenty of hot water and towels. I recommended bring your own wash cloths these are limited. They supply body wash and shampoo. We would leave a note in the morning to replenish the fridge with water, juice and beer etc. always accommodating us. The main part of the resort is on the beach and fairly large, but don’t be intimidated, it is easy to navigate. A golf cart will take you around the resort and up to the lobby, they will stop and pick you up along the way. Overall I highly recommend this Adult only Wellness Resort. It is truly Paradise. If you are looking to kick back, no stress type holiday this is for you. With serene atmosphere to an abundance of activities and amenities and what ever tickles your fancy, they have it. Swimming pool exercises, volleyball , yoga or just walking the long stretch of beautiful Bavaro Beach….this resort gets my vote.Returning next year.

Grand Bavaro Princess: Great Resort!

Grounds were clean. Carts were always available to move around the resort. Buffett service was excellent. however food was ok. Rooms were amazing with a balcony!! For a family resort it was surprising that guest were allowed to smoke everywhere, it was a bit uncomfortable with our grandchild. Beach was beautiful.. lots of room on the beach to spend a day. Overall great holiday!!

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Punta Cana: Amazing Resort

Although I am 80 years old, I enjoyed every aspect of the Hard Rock Hotel. I danced along with the younger ones, sang to all the songs that were played. All of the employees we dealt with seemed joyful, and very friendly and willing to help. There were activities and choices of food for everyone. Our only complaint was that on the pathways from the beach area (where our room was) to the main building are not well enough lit at night. it can be quite dangerous just trying to find your way.  [... read more] i would recommend adding more lighting at ground level to avoid accidents. Other than that, everything gave my daughter and I a very enjoyable, restful, fun-filled and well-needed break from the cold and the realties of daily living.

Bahia Principe Escape Aquamarine: Best vacation ever!!!

Carol took care of everything…made sure it was a very smooth process….all document available it was fantastic…would book with her again and again…thanks for making my vacation awesome. The food was amazing, the whole place was so well kept…and the staff were amazing

Iberostar Waves Punta Cana: amazing resort

we always enjoy our stays at iberostar punta cana ..rooms have now been upgraded ,fresh paint ,great air conditioning ..love that the door locks open with bracelet instead of carrying around a card to unlock doors ..cleaning staff and servers at all locations were awesome..they also got many new lounge chairs around the pools all in all just a great place to relax n refresh for 14 days ..

Dreams Royal Beach Punta Cana: Beautiful Resort

Resort was lovely. All staff greeted us with a smile and made us feel welcome. Food was fantastic except one night we had to wait one hour for a pizza. There was a mix up in the room, we had paid for a room with two double beds and when we got to the room there was only one king size bed. They tried to give us a cot but told them that we paid for 2 doubles and this was not acceptable. After many phone calls they found us a room with 2 double bed. Other that a mix up in the room and waiti [... read more]ng for a pizza I was completely satisfied and would certainly recommend this resort to friends.

Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana: Beautiful surroundings

This hotel was better 10 years ago. 1 out of maybe 15 staff spoke English. Not enough staff, long waits for buffet, drinks, questions to be answered, when a complaint was lodged NOTHING was done about it, no wifi in my room, husband's jacket was taken, pool and beaches was like being in a sardine can. Will never come back to this resort.

Ocean El Faro: Enjoyed

Modern, very well designed resort. Grandiose lobby, followed by promenade, surrounded with restaurants, shops and entertainment area. Spacious rooms well equipped with all necessary furniture. Surrounding gardens very well maintained.. Beach was not up to our expectations, rocky, it was windy at time we were there, Atlantic ocean can be wavy and not cozy for swimming. There is a small Laguna nearby where swimming is safe and easy, however this is not in the sight of hotel, therefore not main [... read more]tained. Side of Dominican that faces Caribbean see likely has better beaches and calmer see for swimming. We visited Saona island, it took about 8 hrs. driving and boating back and forth to spend about 4 hrs. on island (not the best organization of the trip), however it was worth, the island is beautiful. Service at excellent level and very friendly in all areas (restaurants, rooms, etc,), Entertainment group puts a lot of effort to keep us well entertained. Their English is much better than our Spanish. It took about 7 hours flight from my country, and about 1hr. drive from airport to this hotel.