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Ocean Blue & SandvsBarcelo Bavaro Beach
Both hotels are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Ocean Blue & Sand is preferred by most professionals compared to Barcelo Bavaro Beach - Adults Only. Ocean Blue & Sand ranks #13 in Punta Cana with endorsements from 4 sources including Oyster, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Ocean Blue & Sand
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster
Star Service
Playa Arena Gorda, Bavaro, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $102/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This two-in-one resort consists of first-class hotels; each is all-inclusive, offering a mass of rooms, spread in front of a beachfront of white sand." Full review
Fodor's "The lobby and lounge for the VIP club continue to dazzle." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Drawing as many couples as families, the 708-room Ocean Blue boasts a pristine beach, big pools, and decent food." Full review
Star Service "This huge all-inclusive, all-suite property occupies an oblong space on a broad swath of glistening white sands." Full review
i
With nine restaurants to choose from, guests are spoiled for choice, although two restaurants are by reservation and incur an extra charge.
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
Frommer's "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
Star Service "This is a popular spot on the ever-highlighted Bavaro Beach." Full review
i
English is a weak point among the staff, and management is not quick to respond to special requests.
Fodor's "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
