Barcelo Bavaro BeachvsParadisus Palma Real Golf & Spa Resort
Barcelo Bavaro Beach - Adults Only and Paradisus Palma Real Golf & Spa Resort are both rated highly by professional travelers. On balance, Paradisus Palma Real Golf & Spa Resort ranks slightly higher than Barcelo Bavaro Beach - Adults Only. Paradisus Palma Real Golf & Spa Resort has a TripExpert Score of 87 with praise from 6 publications such as Fodor's, Jetsetter and Oyster.
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
Paradisus Palma Real Golf & Spa Resort
 Frommer's
 Fodor's
 Rough Guide
 Star Service
 Gayot
 Jetsetter
Playa de Bavaro, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $279/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 
 "This is our favorite all-inclusive hotel in Punta Cana, attracting mainly a Spanish clientele." Full review
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Both of the Paradisus hotels are desirable addresses, but frankly, if forced to choose, we'd opt for the Paradisus Palma Real.
 "This luxury all-inclusive is a visual showstopper especially its central plaza by night, which sparkles under dramatic lighting." Full review
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You won't need to upgrade, but if you choose the adults-only Royal Service, you'll get to experience the smashing new contemporary Royal Club lounge and restaurant.
 "The top Bávaro resort – slightly more expensive but well worth it, with opulent contemporary architecture, sculpted tropical gardens, luxury suites... and access to the Cocotal golf course." 
 "This palatial all-inclusive stands out among the deluxe options in Punta Cana, not least for its gracious, Moorish-inspired contemporary architecture." Full review
 "This resort combines a Caribbean setting with modern amenities including in-suite spa treatments, fitness programs and flexible meeting spaces with state-of-the-art equipment." 
 "All-suite megaresort with 15 bars, 15 restaurants and a 8,600-square-foot spa and wellness sanctuary." Full review