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Barcelo Bavaro Palace
A high-value beachfront Bavaro resort with great ocean views, comfortable beds, and extensive accessibility.
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Barcelo Bavaro Palace is a sprawling, budget-friendly all-inclusive resort set directly on Bavaro Beach. It delivers great balcony views, comfortable beds, and solid accessibility at an affordable price point. However, guests frequently complain about inconsistent food quality across the dining options, dated room furnishings, and unexpected fees for Wi-Fi and golf carts. 51986
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What travelers noticed
- Balconies offer expansive views of the golf course and Bavaro Beach, complete with tall rock partitions for privacy. 21721
- Guests sleep soundly on exceptionally comfortable firm beds outfitted with unusually long pillows. 211310
- The resort grounds are highly accessible, featuring numerous ramps, elevators, and first-floor rooms. 9
The catch
- Some guests praise specialty venues like French fine dining at La Comedie and the La Brisa buffet, while others call the main dining options the worst all-inclusive food they have had. 17105
- Reviewers differ on room upkeep, with some enjoying bright, contemporary spaces while others report dated furniture, mold, and paper-thin walls. 10
- Service feedback varies from attentive wedding planners and friendly staff to non-existent concierges and slow check-in lines. 18
Who it's for
- — Budget-conscious beach vacationers
- — Travelers needing wheelchair accessibility
- — Golf enthusiasts
Skip it if
- — Gourmet dining purists
- — Guests who dislike extra fees for Wi-Fi and golf carts
- — Anyone needing total bathroom privacy
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24 moments · 6 videos · Barcelo Bavaro Palace
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“the room noise is what is a little unbearable the walls and windows are paper thin and you will be hearing your neighbor…”
youtube.com16:50“firstly the price the value you get from this hotel tell it's really quite impressive this is one of the cheapest all-in…”
youtube.com17:14“Don't get me wrong, the hotel is beautiful. The pool, the beach, and everything, but the service, the food sucks.”
youtube.com25:01“But yesterday we passed by the French restaurant. Everyone was everyone was on their phone. So I don't think it was fun…”
youtube.com33:40“the staff is inattentive and not so friendly”
youtube.com18:19“and then I ordered room service and I have really bad news it's awful and I have worse news you have to pay for it that'…”
youtube.com2:23“all-inclusive restaurant La Dolce Vita was pretty stylish it kind of had a glamor theme to it when you walk up there's l…”
youtube.com11:06“the rooms and Suites ranging from Deluxe to premium levels offer breathtaking views of either the Ager Caribbean Sea or…”
youtube.com1:34“The Culinary landscape at Barcelo Bavaro Palace is as diverse as it is exquisite with over a dozen dining venu each meal…”
youtube.com3:21“The staff is consistently praised for their friendliness and attentiveness, and the cleanliness of the resort is topnotc…”
youtube.com6:56“the beds are decently comfortable and they come with the longest pillows I've ever seen also in my entire life”
youtube.com1:59“so all the restaurants here they're all in one area which is fantastic especially for a large all-inclusive”
youtube.com6:21“my favorite thing of the night was actually the dessert the fried ice cream that was actually pretty good”
youtube.com7:37“the bartenders were fun I had a delicious drink”
youtube.com13:01“But perhaps the most unique selling point of the Barcelo Bavaro Palace is its location. Bavaro Beach is consistently ran…”
youtube.com7:51“The color choices I thought were really Chic modern and Sleek”
youtube.com11:18“The buffet food was also great upstairs. You can see the steakhouse that we're going to try in a couple of days.”
youtube.com5:32“I had a sole crushing check-in experience the food is pretty much inedible and it's just too overpopulated”
youtube.com18:02“But if you're coming for the food, if you're coming for the entertainment, if you're coming for like the fancy restauran…”
youtube.com31:19“when we got into the room it was a disaster there was dust everywhere there was mold in the bathroom rust in the sinks a…”
youtube.com0:59“when I went back to the front desk and I explained the situation to the person who was working at the front desk he said…”
youtube.com2:34“as far was the Hibachi the chef was pretty cool the Chef makes or breaks the Hibachi experience if he's fun and has a lo…”
youtube.com7:20“The rooms are nice. Kind of old, but it's nice. Clean.”
youtube.com29:50“The dining options are plentiful and diverse. The pools and beach are stunning, and there's no shortage of activities to…”
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$289est. per night
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Score breakdown
How the 80/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
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Location
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- “The hotel gets major perks simply for its location on Bavaro Beach. You can't beat it!” 1
- “But perhaps the most unique selling point of the Barcelo Bavaro Palace is its location. Bavaro Beach is consistently ranked as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and the resort takes full advantage of this natural wonder.” 87:51
Room
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- “We were not fans of the rattan furniture but loved the comfortable beds and pillows. Our favorite part was the view from the balcony-the best view we've had in an entry-level Punta Cana resort room.” 6
- “The space felt super clean and fresh. We loved its size and the complete separation of the bedroom and bathroom areas.” 6
Service
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- “•Our wedding planner, Rossy, was outstanding. She was more than available and helpful on every aspect of our stay, not just the wedding.” 18
- “Good- •Our wedding planner, Rossy, was outstanding. Our wedding planner, Rossy, was outstanding. She was more than available and helpful on every aspect of our stay, not just the wedding.” 18
Bed & Sleep
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Value
78read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “firstly the price the value you get from this hotel tell it's really quite impressive this is one of the cheapest all-inclusives in Punta Cana it's very affordable and with that you get a newish hotel a spacious room lots of amenities and slashes of luxury throughout the property” 1017:14
- “Low season rates drop dramatically - you can find standard rooms under $150 per night, which is genuinely hard to beat for a beachfront resort of this caliber.” 5
Where it is, how to reach it
Playa Bavaro Km 1 No. 1
Bavaro, Punta Cana
23301 Caribbean
Details checked 2026-08-30
Where it sits
Barcelo Bavaro Palace and the 1 other hotel we cover in Bavaro. Hover a marker for the hotel; click to open it.
What’s nearby
Landmarks and transport around Barcelo Bavaro Palace. Distances are straight-line, so walking times are approximate.
- Punta Cana AirportPUJ — 12 min drive · 11.9 km
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Trails its peers
Falls short of what $$ usually buys
Scores 8 points below the mid-range median of 88, across 581 hotels in the same bracket.
Price bracket
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Mid-range
- This hotel
- 80
- Bracket median
- 88
- Index median
- 90
Based on 581 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
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Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
Service
77
Room
70
Food
70
Noise
65
Bed & Sleep
61
Value
61
Bathroom
57
Location
6
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Food96 mentions · 22 filmed
- “Barcelo Bavaro Palace ticks a lot of boxes for a great family vacation - good food choices, great rooms with options for privacy, and not one but two water parks.” 19
- “Any input is helpful - thanks! You come here for the Beach. Food is not really good. Dont pay for anything else. It all taste the same,not much.” 18
- “But yesterday we passed by the French restaurant. Everyone was everyone was on their phone. So I don't think it was fun at all. Apparently they have entertainment in there but no one was having fun.” On camera733:40
- “Lots of restaurant options and a decent amount of seating so we seldom waited for a table.” 18
- “Barcelo Bavaro Palace ticks a lot of boxes for a great family vacation - good food choices, great rooms with options for privacy, and not one but two water parks. However, the lack of free WiFi is a significant drawback, which has become a standard for most resorts now, and the long walks.” 19
- “Don't get me wrong, the hotel is beautiful. The pool, the beach, and everything, but the service, the food sucks.” On camera725:01
- “There is no food for any one by the pool. They charge room service!” 2
- “The only buffet option that was consistently good for me was La Brisa, which was on the secluded adults-only section of the property.” 17
- “I was not impressed with the main dining options. I'm not going to down buffets because all are not created equal, not even on this property.” 17
- “Barcelo Bavaro Palace has 11 restaurants and 13 bars. That sounds impressive on paper, and the variety is genuine - Japanese, Mexican, Italian, Spanish, French, Dominican, steakhouse, seafood. But the quality is uneven, and the standard-tier restriction of four a la carte dinners per week means you need to choose wisely.” 5
- “Mexico Lindo (Mexican) - The staff here are repeatedly praised as the friendliest at the entire resort, and the food quality runs above average.” 5
- “However, some guests feel that this resort doesn't live up to its word, citing subpar cuisine at the 11 on-site restaurants and lackluster customer service.” 15
- “The vegetarian options were minimal, so I had difficulty finding food at Coral.” 21
- “La Dolce Vita (Italian), Steak House, El Coral (Seafood), and La Fuente (Spanish) round out the a la carte rotation. All are solid if unspectacular - serviceable Caribbean resort dining that gets the job done without blowing your mind.” 5
- “The food tasted delicious, and we were delighted with our first food experience in the Barcelo Bavaro Palace.” 21
- “All cusines from all cultures, we eat it all. That being said , the food here IS horrible. Buffets are barely edible. The food just looks absolutely disgusting.” 18
- “For dinner the rest of my time, I went to the 2 main buffets (Miramar & the Dominican one) and to Strikers, the sports bar. All was fine. Plenty of options for whoever you are.” 18
- “Premium Level rooms generally have better views than those at the rest of the resort, and rates will include access to meals at La Comedie, which is a step up from the regular resort fare.” 16
- “and then I ordered room service and I have really bad news it's awful and I have worse news you have to pay for it that's right not only is the food bad you have to pay for it it's like salted and open wound” On camera102:23
- “all-inclusive restaurant La Dolce Vita was pretty stylish it kind of had a glamor theme to it when you walk up there's like a carpet walkway and some lighting makes you feel like you're at a high-end event” On camera1011:06
- “We ate at the buffet for breakfast and lunch every day. Breakfasts were fabulous - omelets, eggs, French toast, churros, roasted potatoes, plantains, croissants, fresh juice - but lunches were hit or miss depending on how fresh and hot the food was.” 9
- “But here is where we get into the first major failing at Barcelo. The food simply isn't good. It's not abjectly bad or inedible, but it's definitely not tasty.” 2
- “The Culinary landscape at Barcelo Bavaro Palace is as diverse as it is exquisite with over a dozen dining venu each meal is an advent Venture in global Cuisine” On camera233:21
- “Hoyo 19 (International Grill) - Overlooking the golf course, this no-reservation-needed restaurant is a genuine bright spot. Multiple reviewers single it out for "very good" food, relaxed atmosphere, and solid grilled meats.” 5
- “The following day we had breakfast at the buffet. The restaurant was busier, and the egg station had a long and slow-moving line. Overall, breakfast was below average.” 6
- “Some resort restaurants, including a couple at Barcelo Bavaro, require shoes and pants for men. We bypass packing these items by wearing our sneakers and pants while traveling, but the restaurants that require shoes/pants at Barcelo Bavaro were not phenomenal, so you wouldn't be missing out if you skipped them in my opinion.” 9
- “Kyoto was one of our favorite specialty restaurants at the resort. This Japanese restaurant offers a unique dining experience with dishes such as sushi, sashimi, tempura, and teppanyaki prepared by skilled chefs.” 1
- “The buffet food was also great upstairs. You can see the steakhouse that we're going to try in a couple of days.” On camera75:32
- “Afterward, we hit the breakfast buffet. Breakfast is my favorite meal in resorts, and the one at Barceló Bavaro Palace did not disappoint. There were many options, and it offered more international variety than lunch or dinner.” 21
- “Overall food was good at Coral but not the best in the resort.” 21
- “Unlike Caribe, La Brisa buffet is open until 5:30 PM-great for late lunches and snacking. The food was good, but the ice cream was runny.” 6
- “But if you're coming for the food, if you're coming for the entertainment, if you're coming for like the fancy restaurants like the steakhouse, the Japanese Mexican, don't come guys because it's no good. No good. I'm telling you, food no good.” On camera731:19
- “The staff is very attentive, and the menu is creative, but the food could have been tastier. The best dish of our meal was the crepe.” 6
- “Lunch and dinner buffets are a step down - the food sits too long, variety lacks inspiration, and some guests report inconsistencies in food safety.” 5
- “my favorite thing of the night was actually the dessert the fried ice cream that was actually pretty good” On camera107:37
- “The stay was good but the food can improve” 12
- “as far was the Hibachi the chef was pretty cool the Chef makes or breaks the Hibachi experience if he's fun and has a lot of skill then it's going to be a good time and if it's the opposite you're going to be left wishing you did something else this guy was pretty good” On camera107:20
- “Second trip here . Not terrible. The beach is the best part. The food is ehhh.” 18
- “The beach is the best part. The food is ehhh.” 18
- “I had a sole crushing check-in experience the food is pretty much inedible and it's just too overpopulated” On camera1018:02
- “Alot of beautiful food,but lacked flavor.” 2
- “La Comedie (French) - The best restaurant on property, full stop. French fine dining that would not be out of place at a standalone restaurant.” 5
- “are a foodie, I highly recommend upgrading to a Platinum Level room. There are two buffet restaurants, one international and the other specializing in Dominican food. I've had my share of all-inclusive buffet disappointments, but the Dominican food here is spot on.” 19
- “Kyoto (Japanese) is included for Premium Level guests and counts toward the standard 4-per-week limit for everyone else. Decent sushi and teppanyaki, but not a destination restaurant.” 5
- “Everything we tasted was delicious, and the only gripe we have with the breakfast buffet is that you have to order all egg options, except for hard-boiled, in the omelet station.” 21
- “The dining options are plentiful and diverse. The pools and beach are stunning, and there's no shortage of activities to keep you entertained.” On camera86:47
- “Beautiful beach, good food - but DON'T DRINK THE WATER!!! Not even to brush your teeth. Bottled water can be purchased easily either from the hotel, or from the flea market at your end of the beach.” 14
- “Barcelo is excellent hotel too stay With the family Great activity excellent food great service Good customer service” 20
- “The restaurant was nicely decorated and big, making it feel almost empty, especially compared to the super crowded buffet we experienced at the Bávaro Palace. There were many food stations and a good variety of dishes. The food was tasty, the staff was friendly, and the view was gorgeous.” 6
- “For breakfast I went 4 mornings in a row to Hoyo 19. The meals were not good; I tried the pancakes, eggs Benedict & omelette but the buffet was fun; carb and fruit heaven, so fresh!.” 18
- “The food was meh. Lots of choices, but the quality was not great. I'd love less choices, better quality. Room service and the sports bar were the best.” 18
- “so all the restaurants here they're all in one area which is fantastic especially for a large all-inclusive” On camera106:21
- “The very large buffet restaurant was nice and had a range of choices, though many of them seemed very similar and not all that appealing.” 2
- “El Coral offers a menu that features a variety of fresh seafood options, including shrimp, lobster, and fish. The restaurant also has a terrace that provides guests with amazing views of the Caribbean Sea.” 1
- “Fully wheelchair accessible, great food” 12
- “The food: dinner at Coral was good. I had the filet and explored the appetizer buffet.” 18
- “we've tried many restaurants at barello barabo so far everyone has been disappointing but we're still hopeful keep trying more” On camera46:14
- “La Comedie is the resort's best restaurant - French fine dining that is genuinely excellent.” 5
- “For coffee lovers, I recommend visiting the Coffee, rum, and cigar lounge which is located near the main lobby. Unfortunately, it only opens at 4 pm which we found very strange as this is the only place that has an espresso machine.” 1
- “Food is not really good. Dont pay for anything else. It all taste the same,not much.” 18
- “I had to fight to get Reservations at the restaurants for the dinner since everything is booked.” 2
- “Went in there, got the pizza. It's a buffet pizza, so I don't get the point." But still, one out of 10, guys. It's no good. It's no good at all.” On camera728:09
- “Breakfast at the buffets is the best meal of the day. Fresh tropical fruit, made-to-order eggs, decent pastries, and strong Dominican coffee.” 5
- “The main buffet doesnot look appealing at all.” 2
- “firstly the glaring one a huge one is the food it could be the worst all-inclusive food I've ever had and if it isn't the worst it's tied for the worst” On camera1016:21
- “There's a restaurant at the golf course which is a 7 min walk. Great breakfast and lunch.” 18
- “I've seen a lot of people complain about all you can eat food and honestly I don't know why people complain about it cuz the food was excellent” On camera254:06
- “I really enjoyed the Spanish restaurant La Fuente, which makes sense because Barceló is a Spanish owned company.” 17
- “With multiple swimming pools, a fitness center, an onsite spa, and a number of delicious restaurants and bars conveniently located throughout the resort, plus an array of activities both day and night - there's something for everyone.” 1
- “I would avoid Mexican restaurant cuz apparently a lot of people had the same issue Sho if you don't want to spend your vacation in the bathroom just avoid it” On camera254:24
- “The 11 restaurants offer enough variety to keep meals interesting over a week-long stay.” On camera2411:40
- “in terms of the food itself it was okay I guess barely they put forth a lot of effort on the presentation which I really really appreciate” On camera1011:21
- “The Sante Fe Steakhouse was decent and I enjoyed my ribeye but where I found the most disappointment was in the seafood restaurant El Coral. I really wanted to love it because it is my favorite type of food but it was very inconsistent and I found myself warning my partners when they went there more about what they should NOT get than about what they should get.” 17
- “The French spot was good and the 19th Hole restaurant near the golf course is a sleeper-great ambiance and views of the golf course and was less crowded. Awesome for lunch or breakfast.” 17
- “Good restaurants. Desserts are bad in the buffets.” 22
- “•The food was meh. Lots of choices, but the quality was not great. I'd love less choices, better quality. Room service and the sports bar were the best.” 18
- “The buffets were fine for me; plenty to choose from: Dominican, American, etc.” 18
- “on the other hand the quality of food is really low” On camera418:15
- “Since it was lunchtime, we went to Caribe, one of the two buffet restaurants. Caribe is the larger of the two and the main buffet in the hotel. The restaurant was nicely decorated and big, making it feel almost empty” 6
- “The low point was the food, which wasn't bad but wasn't great, but not having to plan for meals, cook or clean up outweighed the mediocre restaurant experiences.” 9
- “The food was meh. Lots of choices, but the quality was not great. I'd love less choices, better quality.” 18
- “From staff, to clean rooms and excellent restaurants, this hotel is the best! I surely will go back very soon!” 22
- “You have to make dinner reservations for the restaurants at Barcelo Bavaro, so we made dinner reservations at Steak House Santa Fe, Mexico Lindo, Dolce Italia and El Hoyo 19 immediately upon arriving. They were all okay, but the joy of not having to grocery plan, cook or clean up made the lackluster food no big deal.” 9
- “Miramar serves international buffet fare that is adequate but unremarkable.” 5
- “Two on-site buffet restaurants serve up breakfast and lunch, while three attractively decorated a la carte restaurants serve dinner.” 26
- “Beautiful beach, good food - but DON'T DRINK THE WATER!!! Not even to brush your teeth.” 14
- “In a perfect world, I'd have liked to try all the restaurants on site but when there was an opening, it was far too late for me (9pm or later).” 18
- “I must say, I was a bit afraid before I arrived as all-inclusive hotels usually have subpar food, but that was not the case here. The dishes at the a la carte restaurants were presented nicely and tasted delicious!” 1
- “La Brisa becomes a Mediterranean specialty restaurant at night and requires a reservation. We went to Chez Gourmet for dinner, where we had made reservations. The restaurant is small, quaint, and beautiful. The staff is very attentive, and the menu is creative, but the food could have been tastier.” 6
- “So, what is the food like? The food, on the whole, is average but there is plenty of choice.” 19
- “getting worse and worse for years. Same menu at the restaurants last years. Come on! What a the problem with the food? Is it impossible for the DR to get decent ingredienst in?” 18
- “Lovely hotel so it's a shame about the food.” 2
- “I don't know why all the workers most of the workers don't speak English. I mean I'm trying to get a cold coffee. They don't understand cold, guys. They don't understand ice. Simple as that.” On camera720:36
- “The free room service is a saving grace though. The food is better and we have utilized that a lot.” 18
- “Oh and I loved the coffee.” 18
- “We've been here like three nights already, so I know last night we went to the steak. We didn't eat here, but seems like everything is the same. Not much of a difference. So, buffet, food, morning, lunch, dinner, it's all the same, man. Every single night is the same.” On camera737:01
Value14 mentions · 3 filmed
- “firstly the price the value you get from this hotel tell it's really quite impressive this is one of the cheapest all-inclusives in Punta Cana it's very affordable and with that you get a newish hotel a spacious room lots of amenities and slashes of luxury throughout the property” On camera1017:14
- “Guest rooms and suites are bright and airy, with blue and white decor and amenities like balconies or terraces, LED TVs, minibars and Wi-Fi access, which costs extra unless you stay in a Premium Level accommodation.” 13
- “At rates starting around $144 per night in low season, it is also one of the best-value large-scale resorts in Punta Cana.” 5
- “Would we go back to the Barceló Bavaro Palace? Yes, we would return at the price of $150 per person per night. However, the condition of the room does not merit a higher price in our opinion.” 21
- “As for the Golf on the property, the course was in great condition and very challenging but $50 for CART FEES when the property is branded as "golf included for free" was petty.” 17
- “Below the coffee station was the minibar; inside it, we had four cans of Presidente beer, five bottles of soda, one soda water, and another big bottle of water. The minibar selection was appropriate for the price we paid for the room.” 21
- “Barcelo Bavaro Palace delivers exactly what a large-scale family all-inclusive should: a world-class beach, an absurd number of activities, and a price point that undercuts most Punta Cana competitors.” 5
- “The air conditioner worked great, almost to a fault. We appreciated the bathrobes and slippers in the closet and the well-stocked minibar for this price point.” 6
- “Fees for Wi-Fi and room service (except for Premium Level guests)” 3
- “We appreciated the bathrobes and slippers in the closet and the well-stocked minibar for this price point. We were not fans of the rattan furniture but loved the comfortable beds and pillows.” 6
- “The all-inclusive structure here means you can budget your trip with reasonable accuracy, locking in most expenses up front and avoiding the nickel-and-dime charges that plague some resorts.” On camera2411:23
- “But those who cite a pleasant stay here attribute their enjoyable experience to the resort's beautiful grounds and spacious guest rooms and suites, which come equipped with high-tech amenities like flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations and Wi-Fi access (for a fee in standard accommodations).” 15
- “Low season rates drop dramatically - you can find standard rooms under $150 per night, which is genuinely hard to beat for a beachfront resort of this caliber.” 5
- “my mind changed a little bit the second I stepped into this room because it is one of the better values I've ever seen the amount of space and amenities you get for the price you pay is really quite impressive” On camera101:42
Room38 mentions · 3 filmed
- “La Dolce Vita was really good tho. Our room is near to pools and also main building. So it is very convenience for us.” 20
- “The room itself was decent; king bed, mini fridge, terrace, rainfall shower.” 18
- “The space felt super clean and fresh. We loved its size and the complete separation of the bedroom and bathroom areas.” 6
- “Overall, the room was comfortable and it had all the necessary amenities one would need while on vacation.” 1
- “When we entered our room, it had a strong cigarette smell it didn't have before. We went into Sherlock Holmes mode and concluded that the scent sipped through the balcony sliding doors from one of the next-door balconies.” 21
- “What caught our attention the most was that the room is dated regarding decoration, style, and furnishing.” 6
- “The room was beautiful, we had a premium oceanview room. Set up perfectly, tons of space, amazing bathroom, balcony.” 18
- “I found the Barcelo to be quite accommodating for my disabled husband. Our room was spacious and easy to get around in.” 17
- “The balcony was also quite beautiful with a very nice view and tall rock sides to provide privacy from your neighbors.” 2
- “when we got into the room it was a disaster there was dust everywhere there was mold in the bathroom rust in the sinks and the smell I can't even describe” On camera250:59
- “However, the bathroom layout is terrible, with almost no privacy-very awkward when sharing a room.” 18
- “Night of our wedding we returned from dinner to thousands of termites flying around our room, on the sofa, bed, floor, it looked like the curtains were moving.” 18
- “The toilet area light had a movement sensor, so if you get up to pee at night, the light will turn on on its own; it's a great idea, but the brightness could be much softer to not disturb the other person in the room.” 21
- “Mini bar stocked everyday.” 2
- “A clever thing the Bavaro Palace does is give you a pager that notifies you when your room is ready; this was the first time we've seen this in any Punta Cana resort, and it was very convenient.” 21
- “The sofa didn't look very clean, so we didn't use it. Our room had a balcony with a hot tub that we didn't use because it looked worn down and didn't inspire too much confidence cleaning-wise; there was a table with two small chairs, but the best part was the view.” 21
- “The terrace also comes with two chairs, so perfect for lounging and admiring the views.” 1
- “The seafood restaurant is called Coral; it's pretty big and has simple decorations. The seating area's decoration was almost nonexistent except for some window decals and a beautiful fish-themed hanging sculpture in the center of the room.” 21
- “The rooms had lots of little things that make vacationing easier, like drying racks on the patios and lots of hooks for hanging towels in the bathrooms. Each room had its own TV and closet and plenty of counter space.” 9
- “Mike Reply February 8, 2022 at 8:55 pm Our room looked just like the pictures. Our room looked just like the pictures. It was very clean.” 2
- “Next to the minibar, there's a workstation. The chair was comfortable, and we loved that it was upholstered with a vinyl-like material, making it easy to clean.” 21
- “The room was medium-sized but felt a bit cramped in the bedroom area; the bathroom area was ample and well-illuminated.” 21
- “The beachy rooms are attractive if simple; most have a white and blue color scheme, white bedding, light blue accent walls, and wicker furniture.” 26
- “We were not fans of the rattan furniture but loved the comfortable beds and pillows. Our favorite part was the view from the balcony-the best view we've had in an entry-level Punta Cana resort room.” 6
- “The room itself is very nicely appointed with the amenities including a stocked mini fridge with an assortment of drinks.” 2
- “In general, I've found that if you want a drink you need to go get it yourself rather than relying on the wait staff. There were also signs in the room they were not getting things as clean as they should. Here are closeups of a couple of problem areas in my shower.” 2
- “The color scheme varies depending on the section of the hotel the room is located in, but all rooms are spacious and modern, and have furnished balconies or terraces.” 3
- “The contemporary decor is tasteful, if a bit simple, with lots of rich woods in hues of cherry and mahogany paired with cream-colored marble floors and pops of art here and there.” 16
- “This was our view from room 1328. We didn't love our room; it was dusty and needed deep cleaning; it felt worn down and not as well-maintained as the rest of the resort.” 21
- “What caught our attention the most was that the room is dated regarding decoration, style, and furnishing. However, it was not worn down; it was better maintained than rooms in newer hotels.” 6
- “I walked up to the first one that caught my attention that was Kyoto it was really cool on the outside the cherry blossom trees and I walked in and it had really cool Decor it was dark there was some Ambiance” On camera106:28
- “•The room was beautiful, we had a premium oceanview room. Set up perfectly, tons of space, amazing bathroom, balcony.” 18
- “The closet was inside the bathroom area, and we found the space somewhat limited; inside the closet, you'll find standard amenities like bathrobes, two pairs of slippers, an iron with an iron board, and a laundry bag.” 21
- “this is one of the cheapest all-inclusives in Punta Cana it's very affordable and with that you get a newish hotel a spacious room lots of amenities and slashes of luxury throughout the property” On camera1017:19
- “The room itself was decent; king bed, mini fridge, terrace, rainfall shower. It smelled of mildew for the first day and the electricity kept going out on day 2 (the longest span of time was 1 minute) and there was no hot water on my last day.” 18
- “Right in front of the workstation, there's a seating area with a couch and a coffee table. The sofa didn't look very clean, so we didn't use it.” 21
- “During our stay, we stayed in a Junior Suite Ocean Front Premium Level which came with a large terrace and direct access to the beach. The room was spacious and it featured a large king-sized bed, a sofa bed, and a small working corner.” 1
- “Our room was the weakest link of our stay in the Bavaro Palace. The design and furniture of the room were contemporary, but there were many signs of wear and tear, which added to the perception of a worn-down room.” 21
Noise6 mentions · 2 filmed
- “the room noise is what is a little unbearable the walls and windows are paper thin and you will be hearing your neighbors as well as any outside surroundings” On camera1016:50
- “Pool and beachside activities such as volleyball and dancing take place daily, but unlike at some resorts that line the beach, the music isn't too loud here and the hotel staff doesn't pressure guests to join.” 3
- “At one point, our air conditioner stopped working. The HVAC guy was up within ten minutes and had it fixed in probably 30. Our TV remote battery also died, and a woman was up with spare batteries in literally minutes.” 9
- “now surprisingly the noise around the property isn't too bad especially given the size of the hotel and the amount of people here” On camera1016:42
- “So, this is our room 5438, guys. kind of have a little better view, but it's good because the elevator is right here. The steps are right here. There's good and there's bad. So, the people that come around 121ish, they can't wake you up because of the steps in the elevators. They just keep on walking from here. So, that's a negative.” 7
- “Pool and beachside activities such as volleyball and dancing take place daily, but unlike at some resorts that line the beach, the music isn't too loud here and the hotel staff doesn't pressure guests to join.” 26
Service49 mentions · 11 filmed
- “Check-in was easy; the woman assisting me was polite.” 18
- “•Our concierge, Janibel, was seen/heard from once, we never heard from her again.” 18
- “the staff is inattentive and not so friendly” On camera418:19
- “When you arrive, simply make your way to the front desk and present your identification. The friendly staff is happy to welcome you and get you all checked in.” 1
- “The staff is consistently praised for their friendliness and attentiveness, and the cleanliness of the resort is topnotch.” On camera86:56
- “Past visitors heaped praise on the property, citing the beautiful grounds, attentive staff and spacious accommodations as highlights.” 13
- “This bar was beautifully decorated, with lovely piano music playing in the background, friendly staff, and, most importantly, the drinks were very good.” 21
- “Service was also a bit of a problem area. In the restaurants and by the pools getting drinks can be a very slow process.” 2
- “The resort is clean, the staff attentive and kind, and the pool and beach are just a short walk from the hotel rooms.” 9
- “Generally long lines for check-in/check-out (except for Premium Level guests)” 3
- “However, some guests feel that this resort doesn't live up to its word, citing subpar cuisine at the 11 on-site restaurants and lackluster customer service.” 15
- “I had a sole crushing check-in experience the food is pretty much inedible and it's just too overpopulated” On camera1018:02
- “Were at the premium level and the service is non existent. Your free concierge never picks up the phone, check in at premium was longer than regular check in so we didn't utilize it, the premium bar is in the lobby which is so pointless considering you're at the pool swimming most the day.” 18
- “The hotel sits on a beautiful stretch of Bavaro Beach and the staff work hard to keep it clear of seaweed.” 19
- “when I went back to the front desk and I explained the situation to the person who was working at the front desk he said that you have seen three rooms and all three rooms are dirty and I said yeah that's that's what happened and he said you're lying” On camera252:34
- “The rooms are nice. Kind of old, but it's nice. Clean.” On camera729:50
- “From staff, to clean rooms and excellent restaurants, this hotel is the best! I surely will go back very soon!” 22
- “The room felt clean but, at the same time, very dusty in places like behind the night tables, the ceiling fan blades, and the ornaments. It needed a deep cleaning, not just a regular check-out check-in clean.” 21
- “The servers here were mix-matched. Some were nice and polite; others were not.” 18
- “Lots of loungers. Our concierge, Janibel, was seen/heard from once, we never heard from her again.” 18
- “•Our wedding planner, Rossy, was outstanding. She was more than available and helpful on every aspect of our stay, not just the wedding.” 18
- “The staff at this restaurant was the friendliest we interacted with during our stay. The team at the Bavaro Palace is not the friendliest in Punta Cana, but at Mexico Lindo, they went above and beyond.” 21
- “Check in and checkout parts. I mean, you do have to wait, guys, for the check in and check out. It's kind of slow.” On camera73:22
- “Were at the premium level and the service is non existent. Your free concierge never picks up the phone, check in at premium was longer than regular check in so we didn't utilize it” 18
- “Good- •Our wedding planner, Rossy, was outstanding. Our wedding planner, Rossy, was outstanding. She was more than available and helpful on every aspect of our stay, not just the wedding.” 18
- “We arrived at the hotel at noon. Our check-in was smooth and fast, but our room wasn't ready since the official check-in time was 3:00 PM.” 6
- “The staff at the resort were all very friendly and accommodating, making us feel like part of the family.” 1
- “Language Barrier: While some appreciate the staff, a few note a significant language barrier with some employees, particularly in dining areas, which can make communication difficult. "not a lick of english is understood or spoken by 90% of the workers."” 18
- “Tub on deck nice touch. Our service was very good.” 2
- “For past guests, it was the concierge service that made a stay within the Premium Level worth it.” 11
- “Service was significantly lacking” 12
- “our check-in experience was really smooth” On camera250:56
- “The team at the Bavaro Palace is not the friendliest in Punta Cana, but at Mexico Lindo, they went above and beyond. We tried the tamales, corn soup, quesadillas, Sábana and the vegetarian chilaquiles. Everything was tasty.” 21
- “The staff was great and assisted with a wheelchair upon our arrival.” 17
- “Upgrading to a Premium Level Room means receiving extra perks such as free Wi-Fi, free 24-hour room service, champagne, fruits, and chocolates upon arrival, access to the Premium Level Lounge (with a private check-in and check-out area), and access to La Comedie French restaurant, the nicest restaurant on the property.” 3
- “The staff was super attentive to our needs and they helped us whenever we needed.” 18
- “The wait staff is tired and overworked with no smile on their faces .” 2
- “•The service was not great at the restaurants except for the Coral Seafood. Otherwise it was like we didn't exist.” 18
- “BOOK THIS RESORT:👉 On Expedia We arrived at the complex around 11:30 AM and parked in the onsite parking lot. We then headed to the front desk in the lobby for check-in, which was fast and smooth.” 21
- “This part of the property features its own exclusive check-in facilities, which can save a lot of time (as registration at the main part of the hotel can take ages due to its sheer size).” 16
- “the beach is impeccably maintained with attentive staff ensuring a pristin environment and providing impeccable service including refreshing drinks and snacks delivered right to the Sun lunders” On camera236:33
- “My server was not friendly but that's okay; I'm there to eat, not talk.” 18
- “The rooms are nice. Kind of old, but it's nice. Clean. The staff are nice.” On camera729:50
- “Barcelo is excellent hotel too stay With the family Great activity excellent food great service Good customer service” 20
- “Don't get me wrong, the hotel is beautiful. The pool, the beach, and everything, but the service, the food sucks.” On camera725:01
- “Some guests have mentioned issues with the check-in process, which can be slow during peak times.” On camera87:05
- “The staff & service overall was average. Not bad but not good either.” 18
- “Mexico Lindo (Mexican) - The staff here are repeatedly praised as the friendliest at the entire resort, and the food quality runs above average.” 5
- “The service was not great at the restaurants except for the Coral Seafood. Otherwise it was like we didn't exist.” 18
Bathroom10 mentions · 1 filmed
- “The shower was big; it had a rain showerhead which we love, and wall-mounted toiletries that smelled great.” 21
- “One thing to note about the bathroom tough is that it's not fully separated from the bedroom and the living area. Moreover, the toilet and the shower only have semi-transparent doors so if you're traveling with someone you don't feel entirely comfortable with, this might be a bit awkward.” 1
- “A frosted glass sliding door separated the toilet area from the rest of the bathroom; it wasn't as private as we would've liked, but it was private enough.” 21
- “The sinks were so low we had to bend over all the way down to use them. There were enough bath towels and hand towels, but the room didn't have face or foot towels.” 21
- “The room was medium-sized but felt a bit cramped in the bedroom area; the bathroom area was ample and well-illuminated. There was a double vanity with a big wall mirror and a small magnifying lighting mirror. The sinks were so low we had to bend over all the way down to use them.” 21
- “Superior Rooms, however, have cramped bathrooms with shower/tub combos (but large vanity areas).” 26
- “We loved its size and the complete separation of the bedroom and bathroom areas. We liked the double vanities and the amount of counter space. The bathroom had a bathtub-some people like them, but we prefer a stand-in shower.” 6
- “Family rooms are built with practicality in mind, giving you enough space to spread out without tripping over suitcases every time someone needs the bathroom.” On camera241:10
- “The bathroom was also very accommodating with bars and a seat in the shower.” 17
- “The bathroom was quite spacious too, featuring a tub and a separate shower.” 1
Location5 mentions · 2 filmed
- “But perhaps the most unique selling point of the Barcelo Bavaro Palace is its location. Bavaro Beach is consistently ranked as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and the resort takes full advantage of this natural wonder.” On camera87:51
- “Great beachfront location” 19
- “secondly is its location it's close to the airport and in probably the best area of Punta Cana which is Barbaro” On camera1017:30
- “Barcelo Bavaro Palace is located just a 20-minute drive away from the Punta Cana International Airport, which makes it easy to travel to and from.” 1
- “The hotel gets major perks simply for its location on Bavaro Beach. You can't beat it!” 1
Bed & Sleep4 mentions · 1 filmed
- “The beds were comfortable, and the AC worked great, so we slept well. The blackout curtains could have been better, though.” 21
- “The beds were also comfortable and firm, and we slept great. Unfortunately, we didn't have any outlets or USB charging ports by the beds.” 21
- “The Barcelo Bavaro Palace doesn't just offer a place to rest your head. It provides a sanctuary of comfort and style.” On camera80:28
- “The lack of USB outlets near the bed and poor blackout curtains are noticeable at this level.” 5
View3 mentions · 1 filmed
- “Super depressing dolphin jail for your ocean view.” 18
- “Enjoy this beautiful view. Look at that. Look at that. It's 7:00 a.m. in the morning.” On camera738:42
- “I don't know if camera is going to do it justice, but look at this view, guys. Damn. Just take a screenshot of it. Put it on your laptop home screen right there on your phone. Damn, that's gorgeous. Look at those trees.” 7
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- 12Barcelo Bavaro Palace - Punta Canamonarc.caReview site2026-03-23Current4 quotes used
“The stay was good but the food can improve”
Read originalmonarc.ca - 16Premium Level at Barcelo Bavaro Palaceoyster.comReview site2024-08-12Ageing6 quotes used
“Premium Level rooms generally have better views than those at the rest of the resort, and rates will include access to meals at La Comedie, which is a step up from the regular resort fare.”
Read originaloyster.com - 26Barcelo Bavaro Beach Adults Onlyoyster.comReview site2024-08-07Ageing4 quotes used
“The beachy rooms are attractive if simple; most have a white and blue color scheme, white bedding, light blue accent walls, and wicker furniture.”
Read originaloyster.com - 3Barcelo Bavaro Palaceoyster.comReview site2024-06-12Ageing7 quotes used
“The resort is extremely well-maintained, and has lots of greenery.”
Read originaloyster.com - 18Review of Barcelo Bavaro Palace : r/PuntaCanareddit.comForum thread2024-04-13Ageing47 quotes used
“Any input is helpful - thanks! You come here for the Beach. Food is not really good. Dont pay for anything else. It all taste the same,not much.”
Read originalreddit.com - 1Hotel Review: Barcelo Bavaro Palace (Dominican Republic)shewandersabroad.comReview site2023-04-14Ageing14 quotes used
“Overall, the room was comfortable and it had all the necessary amenities one would need while on vacation.”
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