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Barcelo Bavaro Palace vs Majestic Elegance Punta Cana
Both hotels are praised by travel writers. On balance, Majestic Elegance Punta Cana scores slightly higher than Barcelo Bavaro Palace. Majestic Elegance Punta Cana has a TripExpert Score of 84 with accolades from 4 sources including Oyster, Frommer's and Star Service.
Barcelo Bavaro Palace
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Carretera Bavaro, km. 1, Bavaro, Punta Cana 23301, Dominican Republic
From $172 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Lonely Planet
"This brand new resort... is an over-the-top behemoth but manages to come off as a boutique hotel with its beautiful public spaces and sleek rooms."
Travel + Leisure
"Aside from the stellar location, this mega-resort offers endless activities and a variety of dining options, including a tapas bar, steak house, and sushi restaurant."
Full review
Star Service
"A mega, all-inclusive resort with nearly a dozen dining options, three distinct hotel wings for maximum comfort, and enough recreational activities to last a lifetime."
Full review
Majestic Elegance Punta Cana
Frommer's
Fodor's
Star Service
Playa Arena Gorda Bavaro | Arena Gorda a Macao, Bavaro, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $265 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's
"Next to the white sands of Macao Beach, this sprawling, government-rated five-star resort is for the hedonist."
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Fodor's
"The younger of Punta Cana's two Majestic resorts, which is an all-suites property, is the more sophisticated sister—and a busy one."
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The adults-only "Elegance Club," which is recommended if you want to avoid the throngs, comes with butler service, free Wi-Fi, private pools, and VIP lounges, a cordoned-off section of beach, and a separate à la carte restaurant for breakfast and lunch.
Star Service
"Like its nearby sibling the Majestic Colonial, this regal all-inclusive is among the best in the area."
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