Best All-Inclusive Resort
While numerous all-inclusive resorts dot the sunny coasts of the Dominican Republic, the Paradisus Palma in Punta Cana is one of the biggest. Made up of 554 massive suites, replete with mahogany wood furniture, personal balconies or terraces, and smooth marble floors, the resort elevates tropical luxury to a new level. When you're not relaxing in your airy room, enjoy seven restaurants, two of which are poolside buffets. For example, the Market Grill delights guests with healthy salads and barbecued fare, while Bana is known for Asian cuisine with a Dominican twist. After dinner, enjoy top-shelf liquors at the resort's nine bars. With all these amenities, plus daily activities such as coral reef snorkeling, you will never be bored.
Paradisus Palma Resort
Playa de Bávaro
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
(888) 741-5600
http://paradisuspalmareal.com/
Best Resort for Romance
Whether you're on your honeymoon, or simply a getaway with a special person, Punta Cana offers warm nights, sunny days and world-class service to excite your romantic fire. The secluded, quiet Excellence Punta Cana resort strives especially hard to attract couples who want the ultimate romantic vacation. Found just 45 minutes from Punta Cana International Airport, the colonial-styled resort invites you with nine restaurants, an astounding 10 bars and exceptional amenities, including resortwide complimentary wireless Internet. In your room, you'll find a four-poster king-sized bed, a jetted whirlpool bathtub and a full minibar. All rooms include sweeping views of the Dominican landscape, and some include discrete private pool access for a romantic evening in the pool.
Excellence Punta Cana
Playas Uvero Alto
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
(866) 540-2585
http://excellence-resorts.com/
Best Resort for Families
Families require extra attention and special services, and this all-inclusive Club Med Punta Cana delivers. A three-tiered children's program entertains kids while letting parents have some time alone. Babies have Baby Club Med, 4- to 10-year-old children have Mini Club Med and pre-teens and teenagers have Passworld. Each program features supervised play times and age-specific activities. Back in the room, families will find family-friendly accommodations, like multiple beds and extra-large rooms. For fun for the whole family, try the resort's leisure activities, like sailing, beach volley ball or water polo in the pool. Even those without children will find it enjoyable, with numerous gourmet restaurants and bars serving top-shelf liquor, including genuine Champagne.
Club Med Punta Cana
Apartado Postal, Higuey, Playa Bavaro
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
(888) 932-2582
http://www.clubmed.us/cm/
