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Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana vs Barcelo Bavaro Palace
Both hotels are recommended by experts. On balance, Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana ranks slightly better than Barcelo Bavaro Palace. Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana comes in at 83 with endorsements from 3 publications including Star Service, Fodor's and Oyster.
Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana
Star Service
Fodor's
Frommer's
Av Alemania S/N, El Cortecito, Bavaro Beach, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $352 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Star Service
"Previously NH Royal Beach, this all-inclusive follows the Secrets formula of offering high-quality accommodations and dining in an upscale environment."
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Fodor's
"Swim-out rooms let you drop into the lazy-river pool, but the next best are the second-floor rooms with better sea views. Upgrade to the Preferred Club if possible."
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Frommer's
"The adults-only, all-inclusive Secrets Royal Beach on Bavaro beach has large, modern rooms in bright, tropical colors"
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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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