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Royalton Punta Cana, An Autograph Collection Resort & Casino vs Barcelo Bavaro Palace
Both hotels are endorsed by experts. On balance, Barcelo Bavaro Palace scores marginally better than Royalton Punta Cana Resort & Casino. Barcelo Bavaro Palace is ranked #23 in Punta Cana with positive reviews from 4 sources including Star Service, Oyster and Travel + Leisure.
Royalton Punta Cana, An Autograph Collection Resort & Casino
Star Service
Frommer's
Oyster
Fodor's
Arena Gorda, Playa Bavaro, Punta Cana 23000, Dominican Republic
From $158 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Star Service
"This sprawling, family-friendly resort has everything at one's fingertips from beachfront."
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The swim-up bar keeps many fully occupied and quenched, but there are numerous bar options around the resort that satisfy even those that choose not to spend their vacation submerged in chlorinated water.
Frommer's
"The Royalton is a solid mid-range all-inclusive in Punta Cana."
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Oyster
Upscale
"This 485-room upscale all-inclusive resort serves as the newer, pricier sister to the Memories Splash next door."
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Fodor's
"Most rooms are lovely, with luxe bedding and contemporary furnishings, but not spacious."
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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."
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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."
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