The chic Barcelo Bavaro Palace Deluxe Hotel in the Dominican Republic is designed for the perfect oceanfront vacation. It is part of a complex located on the coast of Punta Cana. This resort has its own beach with white sand and turquoise ocean, which stretches along the coast about two kilometers.
Barceló Bavaro Palace consists of several buildings. The closest one is 50 meters away from the sea. From the furthest one, it’s a 15-minute walk. The area is very large but incredibly scenic. There are many different establishments on it where you can have a great time or just have a good time.
Location
The huge area is spread out 25 kilometres from the international airport in Punta Cana. From the famous Santo Domingo, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the site is 240 km away and the nearest town, Iguay, is only 45 km away. This complex owns the best beach in Punta Cana.
According to guest reviews, the main reason for choosing this hotel was its location, and only then a comfortable accommodation, a wide range of services and a high level of service at an affordable price. Because of the large size of the resort, residents are provided with a special train on wheels so that they can comfortably get from one building to another.
Five-star hotel consists of several two-, three-and four-storey buildings. There is a spacious lobby in the main lobby where you will be greeted by helpful and smiling staff. The staff is fluent in English.
For guests who booked rooms in the buildings of the Premium Club, its own separate reception, where service is of the highest order. The resort provides all-inclusive accommodation, so most services are free.
From children’s pools to babysitting, there are plenty of facilities for residents with children. For the young and tourists who come here to have fun, there are plenty of opportunities for an unforgettable time. The newlyweds are provided with a wedding ceremony and celebration of the occasion.
In addition to comfortable buildings for accommodation, there are establishments of all categories and directions: 11 restaurants, 13 various bars, 4 outdoor pools, 2 water parks, large SPA-center, beauty salon, sports and gym, water sports center, a spacious business center with 24 conference rooms, shops, duty-free, its own casino, theater, concert hall, night and children’s clubs, playgrounds, bowling, billiards, slot machines, courts, courts for mini golf and football.
Nathalie: “We vacationed together with my husband, I can safely say that this is the first such place where one wants to come back again. We lived on the third floor with windows overlooking the lake. Very quiet and peaceful all around. The building is not new, but all very clean and cozy. Had a tram ride, played free mini golf, went to the all day bars, visited the lovely coffee shop, it was just incredibly delicious and aromatic coffee. Beautiful pools and fountains. The staff are friendly, welcoming, helpful, thank you so much to them. Even during the hurricane we felt safe.”
Beach
The ocean coast here is incredibly beautiful. White sand, clear turquoise sea – a truly paradise place. This beach is one of the top ten beaches in the world. It is surrounded by coral reefs, so there are no big waves and the sea is almost always calm. In the morning the boarding house workers walk along the shore and clean up the piles of algae that are thrown onto the land overnight. That’s why it’s so clean. But algae still build up at the water’s edge during the day and can cause a bit of discomfort when swimming.
The depth is fairly shallow to the buoys, they are fairly close to land. There are no umbrellas on the shore, the shade is only available thanks to the sprawling branches of the palm trees that stand here by the water. There are plenty of sun loungers, they are very comfortable and cushioned. There is a water sports centre where you can rent a surfboard, catamaran, kayak or canoe. They offer their services to instructors who will be happy to teach you.
Timothy: “We went here with my wife. At first it was difficult to get used to a different time zone, we woke up at five in the morning. But then we adapted. Very clean beach, they clean it every morning. Algae is still there, but if they did not clean it, there would be more. Waves are quiet, but one day there was a small, quite small, I would tell, a storm. Animators are good, worked every day without rest, but, however, mostly in Spanish. Not really clear, but colorful”.
Room stock
There are a total of 1402 rooms of different categories in Barceló Bavara Palace. They are modern, furnished and equipped with modern furniture and appliances. Each has an iPod station, widescreen TV, telephone, refrigerator, and many categories have microwaves and computers.
Most suites are in the Junior Suite category. Visually, the room is divided into two parts that are separated from each other by a doorless passageway. Of these, 200 have a gorgeous ocean or garden panorama. Each has a balcony or terrace with a Jacuzzi, table and chairs. You can stay in a group of four at the most.
The Deluxe Family Suites consist of two bedrooms separated from each other by partitions with a door. These units can accommodate up to 6 people. 20 rooms of this class are for non-smokers, and 2 for disabled. Each has an optional microwave oven. Balconies or terraces also have Jacuzzis.
There is a separate Deluxe Golf Class overlooking the mini-golf course. It has two bedrooms, so can accommodate two couples or one married couple with children. The Family Duplexes also have views of the golf course, but they are duplexes, with two bathrooms.
The Family Junior Suite also has two bathrooms, but on the same level and with two bedrooms. A maximum of 6 people can live here.
The Premium Club is located on the first line of the beach. You can not only see but also hear the ocean from the rooms in this class. Basic category – Junior Suite with terrace and garden or balcony and Jacuzzi. The Master Suite features a dining room, two bathrooms, and two TVs. From the ground floor rooms terrace direct access to the beach. The two chic Grand Master Suites include not only the presence of a Jacuzzi on the balcony and in the bathroom, but also a computer with printer and scanner. Maximum two people can be accommodated here.
The most expensive penthouse are the two presidential suites. They consist of three bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, living room, dining room. There are 4 televisions, a microwave, and a large refrigerator. From the terrace overlooking the pool and the sea.
Julia: “A magical place. We spent a long time choosing where to stay in the Dominican Republic, but in the end we preferred this guesthouse and have never regretted it. Were worried that because of the humid climate the rooms would be damp, mold or something like that. There was nothing like that. Even things dried out pretty quickly on the balcony. We had a view of the ocean. The balcony has a hot tub and a special curtain so those around you can’t see you taking a bath outdoors. The room itself is spacious, bright and clean”.
Food
As already mentioned, there are a lot of establishments where it is fashionable to eat tasty and nourishing food. Main meals are held at Miramar, where breakfasts, lunches and dinners are served. The rich buffet contains international cuisine, a large choice of meat and fish dishes, desserts, pastries and drinks. You can also eat at Bohio’s Dominican restaurant, which also serves a buffet.
There are separate establishments offering Japanese, Spanish, Italian, Mexican, and French cuisine. You can visit restaurants that serve delicious steaks or seafood dishes. For sport and drink lovers there is a sports bar, a golf bar and a wine cellar bar. There are bars that are right in the water, you can buy a cocktail by swimming up to the bar.
Eugene: “Went here in August with my wife. Loved the variety of local food. We went to the main Miramar restaurant for breakfast and lunch. They serve absolutely everything you can think of. Everything is fresh, tasty, hot and fresh on the spot. We were pleased with the variety of alcohol and the fact that it was poured free of charge, even very good quality. Each lodger is given four coupons for visiting restaurants a la carte. Only the French restaurant was chargeable. At night you can have a drink or a snack in the sports bar. In general, if I come to the Dominican Republic again, I will 100% check in to this hotel.
Entertainment
Unlike many similar boarding houses, there is a 24-hour casino. For golf enthusiasts, there is an excellent 18-hole course. Apart from that, there are also volleyball, football, tennis, badminton, a gym in the SPA centre, water sports.
Every evening animators provide different entertainment programs for adults and children. At 10 p.m. local time, there is a performance in the concert hall. On Thursdays, Premium Club guests enjoy a private cocktail party by the pool. The spa has its own outdoor pool with hydromassage, a separate one with thermal water, a cold font, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, a bath, a Vichy shower, aromatherapy, stone therapy, wraps, scrubs, massage and other procedures for body and face care. There is also a hairdresser, beauty salon, where you can at any time of day to fix yourself up.
It’ s a paradise for the little ones. There are two water parks with high and low slides, separate ponds for kids with low depth. A cot can be placed in your room upon request. If parents decide to visit adult facilities or go into town, the child can be left with a babysitter who can be hired at reception. There are separate playgrounds with staff where you can leave your little one for free for a couple or three hours. There are daily entertainment programs for the little ones and discos for teenagers. From the age of two, a child can be enrolled in a children’s club where they will be taught by experienced teachers.
Valerie: “Good attitude of the staff and managers, try very hard to make the accommodation excellent. They smile, help, are constantly rubbing something, washing, cleaning. Broken TV was fixed in 10 minutes. We had a two-storey room because we had a family holiday. It was pleasant that the toilet and a bath is on each floor. Children were especially glad, that is where to have fun, to climb, to be amused. They were given chocolates for bedtime. We found turtles in the river, beautiful flamingos on the golf course and peacocks roamed next to the neighboring Bavaro Beach hotel. The children were thrilled.
When choosing a holiday destination in the Dominican Republic, many people choose Barceló Bavaro Palace. This is due to the fact that here you can not only have a great time lounging in the sun by the salty ocean, but also to have fun without leaving the territory of the hotel complex.
It is close to the sea, within walking distance. The landscaped gardens with beautiful flowers and trees add to the sophistication of the resort. Large selection of places to eat, drink and be entertained. The staff does everything to ensure that the vacationers do not get bored. Animation programs, concerts, shows, films and so on are held regularly. Here you can feel like you’re in paradise.
