Resorts in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Resorts in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
You really can't go wrong with a vacation to the Dominican Republic. But Punta Cana, the eastern-most coast of the country, is what tourists expect to see when they travel to the Caribbean. The mesmerizing crystal blue and turquoise water seems unreal, like it belongs in a travel magazine. Staying at a resort in Punta Cana is the easiest and most economical method of travel, as all costs (travel, food, lodging and entertainment) are included in the rate per person per night.

Occidental Allegro Punta Cana

Occidental Allegro Punta Cana is part of the infamous Occidental company that brings luxury to beaches throughout the Caribbean--they know what they are doing. The resort is decorated with a Spanish flair, offering over 860 rooms for couples, families and traveling groups. A large moat-style pool winds through the courtyard, with swim-up bars serving smoothies, cocktails and the infamous Presidente, the Dominican pilsner beer. A few of the features of the resort-package are: nine restaurants and seven bars, supervised activities for the kids club, live music three nights a week, merengue dance class and outdoor sports, such as kayaking, windsurfing and aerobics.

Occidental Allegro Punta Cana
Punta Cana
Dominican Republic
011 +1 (809) 687 5747
occidentalhotels.com

Catalonia Bávaro Beach Golf & Casino Resort

Catalonia Bávaro Beach Golf & Casino Resort is a premier hotel for couples, groups and families. Located on the pristine, crystal clear water of the Bavaro Beach of the Caribbean Ocean, this hotel combines luxury, comfort and a tropical experience. Amenities include tennis courts, a fitness center, sports facilities, a golf course and a casino. For a nominal fee, guests can go on any of the day excursions, such as a guided hike to El Limon waterfall, a coffee plantation, the charming historic town of Higuey and the capital of the New World in the Americas, Santo Domingo. Eight restaurants dish up gourmet cuisines, including breakfast buffets, barbeque lunches, Italian pasta dinners, Mexican entrees and an American steak house.

Catalonia Bávaro Beach Golf & Casino Resort
Playa Bávaro, La Altagracia
Dominican Republic
011 +1 (809) 412 0000
cataloniabavaro.com/en/our_hotels/caribbean/dominican_republic/punta_cana/higuey/index.jsp

NH Real Arena

NH "Real Arena" translates to royal sand, aptly named after the hotels proximity to a world-class golf course. Designed by high-end hotel architecture company Gomez Vazquez Aldana & Associates, the atmosphere is contemporary and spaciously inviting. The hotel has over 640 rooms, 450 of which have private terraces adjacent to the rooms. The four restaurants at NH Real Arena differ from the typical resort circuit, as they serve gourmet and elegant entrees (Italian, buffet, Asian or "Senses," a romantic dining experience). The entertainment changes nightly, including a compilation of "Cirque du Soleil" acts, fire balls, jazz night and even Broadway-style shows.

NH Real Arena
Carretera El Cortecito,
Punta Cana, Bavaro
Dominican Republic
011 +1 (809) 221 4646
nh-hotels.com

Article Written By Kay W

Kay W has more than 10 years of freelance writing experience, including technical papers, grants for youth and environmental nonprofits and consulting materials. With a Bachelor of Science in environmental engineering and a Master of Arts in environmental organizational leadership, Kay W has a diverse educational and technical professional background.

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