Barcelo Bavaro Beach (Adults Only), Punta Cana ~ Reviews, Room Choices & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Carretera Bavaro Km 1, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Barceló Bávaro Beach - Adults Only is a luxurious adults-only resort located on Punta Cana's Bávaro Beach, recognized as one of the ten best beaches globally. The resort boasts oceanfront views with 80% of its spacious rooms situated directly on the beach. Guests benefit from an exceptional all-inclusive experience that includes exquisite dining options, a premium wellness spa, and access to a thriving entertainment scene. It has received notable accolades, including TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice for its pristine location and service.

Location

Ideally situated on Bávaro Beach in Punta Cana, the resort boasts easy access to other attractions in the area. With its lush surroundings of tropical forests and crystal-clear waters, it is an ideal spot for sunbathing and taking part in water sports. The resort also features convenient transport options including buses to nearby attractions such as the Saona Island.

Rooms

The resort offers a variety of room types, including Superior Ocean Front Premium Level rooms that feature spectacular frontal sea views and exclusive amenities. Each room is equipped with conveniences such as a minibar and a ceiling fan, providing a comfortable stay. The terrace or balcony allows guests to enjoy the stunning sunset views over the Caribbean.

Eat & Drink

Dining at the resort includes four buffet restaurants such as the Caribe and La Brisa, serving a broad range of international and Mediterranean cuisines. The all-inclusive program features signature dishes at two specialty restaurants, Chez Gourmet and La Brisa, where guests can experience unique culinary offerings. Breakfast is also provided in various locations, ensuring a delightful start to the day.

Leisure & Business

The resort's leisure offerings include a state-of-the-art wellness center with a variety of treatments available at the U-Spa, which also features an outdoor swimming pool with water therapies. Guests can partake in numerous activities ranging from water sports to nightly entertainment performances in the beach theater. It also offers a range of relaxation options, including sauna and massage services.

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The resort provides a range of accommodations, including double rooms, family rooms, and suites, all with breakfast, free cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Superior Swim Up Premium Level

Max:

2 persons

47 m²

Bed options:

2 Queen Size Beds

Garden view

Coffee machine

Bathtub

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Superior Room Sea View

Max:

4 persons

47 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Coffee machine

Bathtub

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Superior Room

Max:

4 persons

47 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Garden view

Coffee machine

Bathtub

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Getting around

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City Centre

Punta Cana 12.5 km

Airports

Punta Cana (PUJ) 18.2 km

La Romana International (LRM) 81.5 km

Facilities

Enjoy a range of amenities at the resort designed for your comfortable stay and remarkable experiences.

Beautiful Beachfront!

“The beach was absolutely stunning with beautiful white sand, making it the perfect spot for relaxation and long walks by the water.” view full review

Delicious Buffets!

“The buffets offered a wonderful variety of fresh and flavorful dishes that catered to different tastes, especially La Brisa's which was a dining highlight.” view full review

Exciting Activities!

“The activities available were engaging and fun, with plenty of options to keep guests entertained both day and night.” view full review

Comfy Rooms!

“The room was very spacious and the beds were incredibly comfortable, allowing for a restful night's sleep after a full day of activities.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Adults only
Private beach
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Hairdresser

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Wind surfing
Diving
Canoeing
Tennis court
Bowling
Golf course
Billiard tables
Darts
Table tennis
Fishing

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Snack bar
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Casino
Night club
Entertainment
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Facial
Treatment room
Beauty treatment
Massage
Pool with view
Make up services

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Carretera Bavaro Km 1, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Map view

Carretera Bavaro Km 1, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

City landmarks

Shopping Area

Palma Real Shopping Village

2.3 km

Golf Course

Barcelo Golf Bavaro

1.4 km

Event hall

Gran Teatro Bavaro

750 m

Dolphin Island

810 m

Beach

Bibijagua

1.3 km

Casino Bavaro

850 m

The Lakes Barcelo Bavaro Golf Course

850 m

Golf Course

Golf Bavaro

860 m

Disco Bavaro

900 m

Church

Oratorio Virgen de San Salvador

1.1 km

Bavaro Beach

1.3 km

Beach

Playa Bibijagua

1.3 km

Cocotal Golf and Country Club

2.4 km

Avenida Barceló

Seaquarium Punta Cana

2.1 km

Marry here

1.5 km

Punta Cana 23000

Manatee Park

3.5 km

Los Corales Beach

1.6 km

Beach

Los Corales beach Bavaro

2.1 km

Eclipse

1.9 km

Beach

Playa Los Corales

2.1 km

Museum

Aroma's Museum

2.9 km

Store

BAM Market

2.6 km

Theatre

dominican fantasy

2.4 km

Mall

Plaza Paseo Colonial

2.5 km

Punta Cana 23000

Dolphin Island Park

4.1 km

Mall

Plaza Turquesa

2.6 km

Plaza Brisas

3.0 km

Ave.Barcelo 105 Plaza Espinal Segundo Piso

Libreria Cristiana CoffeeWithJesus

3.2 km

Punta Cana 23000

Yacht & catamaran sailing

3.3 km

Nearby

Teatro

460 m

Restaurants

La Fuente

790 m

Carretera Bavaro

Mexico Lindo

820 m

Carretera Bavaro km 1

La Dolce Vita

810 m

Carretera Bavaro km 1

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience. <br />

80%

liked the resort and would come back

Great beach access

Comfortable rooms

Dining service issues

Limited food options

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

10.0

Service

7.7

Dining

5.2

Mark

United States, November 2024

8.2/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which boasts a prime location right on the beautiful white sand beach. The rooms were spacious and equipped with premium amenities, making my experience quite comfortable. The staff was friendly and provided excellent service, though I did notice a few hiccups during the dining experience. Overall, it’s a great value for money but could use some improvement in the restaurant service.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and featured a hot tub on the balcony with a lovely garden view. The king-sized bed was extra large and super comfortable, definitely a highlight of my stay.

Service

7.0

The service was generally excellent, making me feel like I was in a five-star hotel. However, there were moments where the staff seemed to lack a sense of urgency, especially during dining.

Location

10.0

The hotel’s location is superb, right on the beach and conveniently close to the airport. I really appreciated being able to step out and enjoy the gorgeous ocean views.

Dining

5.0

Dining could have been better; while the options were decent, I found the food to be somewhat mass-produced, and service suffered, especially when ordering drinks.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had wonderful facilities, including a well-maintained pool area, which was great to relax in during the afternoons.

Great beach access

Dining service issues

Christian

United Kingdom, November 2024

8.4/10

My stay at this hotel was quite enjoyable. The location is absolutely fantastic, right on the beach, making it easy to unwind. The rooms are spacious and updated, offering great views. However, the dining options were somewhat underwhelming, particularly the breakfast. Overall, it offers good value for money, but there are some areas that could use improvement.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable, with nice views. I appreciated the updated features compared to what I saw online.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent. The staff was very friendly and accommodating, even moving furniture to help our group of ten without needing prior reservations.

Location

10.0

Superb location right on the beach, which was beautiful. Everything was easy to get to, and I had no issues securing ahead reservations.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience left a lot to be desired. Most food seemed mass-produced, especially at breakfast.

Facilities

7.0

The amenities were decent overall, and the pool was a nice place to relax.

Charles

United States, November 2024

8.0/10

I had a lovely experience at the hotel, which was conveniently located right on the beach, offering stunning views. The rooms were spacious and came with great amenities, making for a comfortable stay. The staff was friendly, although some service aspects could use improvement. Overall, the dining options were average as there wasn’t much variety. I would say the hotel offers good value for money considering the location and amenities available.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and equipped with all necessary amenities, including a minibar and bathrobes. I especially loved the thoughtful Happy Anniversary banners on the doors and the complimentary bottle of rum.

Service

7.0

The staff was generally friendly, but I felt there was a lack of urgency in their service. They could really improve on being more attentive to guests.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly situated right on the beach, which was a major highlight for me. It's also close to other attractions, making it convenient for exploring.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were decent, but I found the food a bit mass-produced and lacking in creativity. More variety would be appreciated.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's facilities were well-maintained and enjoyable, with the pool area being a great spot to unwind.

Great beachfront location

Service could improve

Molly

United Kingdom, November 2024

8.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel with great amenities and a friendly atmosphere. The location was fantastic, right in front of a beautiful white sand beach. The rooms were comfortable and came with complimentary water, which was a nice touch. However, the dining options were somewhat lacking in variety and quality. Overall, it offers great value for money, but there's room for improvement in the dining experience.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable with plenty of water provided, which I really appreciated.

Service

10.0

The staff provided excellent service that truly made me feel like I was in a 5-star hotel.

Location

10.0

The hotel boasts a fantastic location right in front of a stunning beach.

Dining

5.0

While the food was decent, there wasn't much variety and it felt a bit mass-produced.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were good, but I felt there could have been more options available.

Naomi

United Kingdom, November 2024

7.4/10

The hotel has a prime location right next to the beautiful white sand beach, making it super convenient for beach lovers. The rooms are modern and comfortable, with great amenities. However, the service was a bit hit or miss, lacking the friendliness you'd expect while on vacation. The dining experience could use some improvement, as the food felt a bit mass-produced. Overall, it's a good value for money but not without its flaws.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were nicer with updated finishes and featured a huge bed, ample water supply, and great amenities like a blow dryer and bathrobes.

Service

6.0

The service was somewhat unpleasant at times, especially since we didn't have a reservation, but there were moments of excellent attention.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right in front of a stunning beach, which was fantastic for relaxation and activities.

Dining

5.0

Dining was a bit disappointing, with a lot of mass-produced food that didn't quite hit the mark.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were generally well-maintained, making the stay enjoyable despite some service shortcomings.

Elizabeth

United States, October 2024

8.6/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is ideally located right in front of a beautiful white sand beach. The rooms were not only clean but also provided a nice view of the water from our balcony, and I appreciated the added touch of Happy Anniversary banners on our door. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel like we were at a luxurious hotel. On the downside, the dining options were somewhat limited, and the customer service could use a bit of a boost in terms of urgency. Overall, it was a good experience with a couple of areas for improvement.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, featuring a king-size bed and a beautiful garden view with premium amenities.

Service

7.0

The staff provided excellent service; they made me feel like I was in a five-star hotel, although there were times when they could have been a bit more urgent in their approach.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic, right in front of a stunning beach, making it very convenient for enjoying the sun and sand.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was decent, but it felt a bit lacking in variety, especially during breakfast with mass-produced food.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were quite good, including a well-maintained pool that added to our overall enjoyment.

Benjamin

United Kingdom, September 2024

8.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, enjoying its beautiful location on the beach and the well-maintained facilities. My room was both clean and comfortable, but I found the dining options a bit disappointing, particularly the breakfast selection. Overall, the hotel provided good value for money with friendly staff, although the service could use a little more warmth.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean, comfortable, and offered plenty of outlets. I was particularly impressed with the fresh sheets and thoughtful touches like the cake and rose petals.

Service

7.0

The staff provided good service, but it felt more mechanical rather than the friendly, smiling service I would expect on vacation.

Location

10.0

The hotel is situated at a beautiful beach and is convenient for accessing various activities, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and adventure.

Dining

5.0

While the dining options featured some grilled dishes, I found the breakfast offerings to be quite limited and rather mass-produced.

Facilities

8.0

The pool area was well-maintained and enjoyable, adding to the overall positive atmosphere of the hotel.

Glen

United States, September 2024

8.4/10

I had an amazing stay at this hotel with fantastic customer service and beautiful views from our balcony. The clean and spacious rooms were a real highlight, especially the Jacuzzi on the patio. However, the dining options could definitely use some improvement, as the food felt a bit mass-produced. Overall, it was a lovely experience with a great beachfront location, making it worthwhile despite some dining drawbacks.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean, comfortable, and spacious, with a lovely view of the water from our balcony and a nice Jacuzzi tub on the patio.

Service

10.0

The customer service was outstanding; every staff member was friendly and eager to accommodate our needs.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right on the beach, which is absolutely gorgeous, and it's close to everything you could need.

Dining

5.0

While the buffets were convenient, I found the food to be somewhat mass-produced and not as fresh as I had hoped.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were well-maintained, and I especially enjoyed the pool area.

John

United States, September 2024

7.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is stunning, right on the beautiful beach, and the rooms were clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly and accommodating, making my experience delightful. However, the dining could definitely use some improvement, especially with the limited breakfast options. Overall, it offers great value for money, but just keep in mind that Wi-Fi is an additional cost.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, with fresh sheets and nice towels.

Service

7.0

The staff was very friendly and willing to meet our requests, but the service could improve in urgency.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right next to the beach, making it perfect for beach lovers.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a bit lacking due to the limited breakfast options and mass-produced food.

Facilities

8.0

The amenities around the hotel were nice, including a well-maintained pool area.

Beautiful beach location

Limited breakfast options

Amelia

United Kingdom, September 2024

7.8/10

I had a great time staying at this hotel! The location is amazing, right in front of a beautiful white sand beach, and I loved how comfortable the rooms were. The staff was friendly, but there were moments when the service could have been improved. Overall, it offers good value for money, though the dining experience, particularly breakfast, could use some enhancement.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and equipped with three full-sized beds, a king-sized bed, and had good air conditioning. The layout was spacious and comfortable, which was a plus.

Service

7.0

The staff was pleasant and helpful, though I did feel they could up their game in some areas. They did call for an English-speaking staff member when needed, which made things easier for me.

Location

10.0

Right in front of the beautiful white sand beach, this hotel offers a fantastic location. It's perfect for anyone wanting easy access to the beach and the chance to explore nearby restaurants.

Dining

5.0

The dining left something to be desired, especially with the mass-produced food at the buffets. The coffee refills took too long, which was a bit frustrating.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were decent, with a nice clean pool area that I enjoyed. However, I think there’s room for improvement in terms of offerings.