Barcelo Bavaro BeachvsDreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa
Barcelo Bavaro Beach - Adults Only and Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa are both praised by expert reviewers. On balance, Barcelo Bavaro Beach - Adults Only ranks slightly better than Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa. Barcelo Bavaro Beach - Adults Only comes in at #14 in Punta Cana with praise from 4 sources such as Oyster, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Barcelo Bavaro Beach
 Frommer's
 Star Service
 Fodor's
Playas de Bavaro, PO Box 3177, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $328/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Shuttle Bus
 
 "This huge complex of low-rise luxury hotels opens onto one of the most desirable of the many white-sand beaches along the 32km (20-mile) coast known as Bávaro Beach." Full review
 "This is a popular spot on the ever-highlighted Bavaro Beach." Full review
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English is a weak point among the staff, and management is not quick to respond to special requests.
 "Barceló deserves loud applause for the incredible face-lift that has totally transformed this property... to a glamorous complex worthy of gushing praise." Full review
Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa
 Oyster
 Star Service
 Fodor's
Playas Uvero Alto - Provincia La Altagracia, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $192/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 
Upscale
 "A blasting, 620-room mega-resort with uniquely attentive service, Dreams packs in more goodies than most Punta Cana all-inclusives." Full review
 "This resort aims to please and does so time after time, especially for families with kids in tow (there are 194 connecting rooms). " Full review
 "Fun resort in a remote, pastoral setting super for families, young couples, wedding entourages, honeymooners, ladies getaways—yes, even singles." Full review
 i 
Few buildings (except #1) have full sea views, and there are no elevators so avoid rooms close to the stairwells.