Ocean Blue & SandvsExcellence Punta Cana
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Excellence Punta Cana scores slightly better than Ocean Blue & Sand. Excellence Punta Cana scores 87 with praise from 5 sources like Oyster, Jetsetter and Travel + Leisure.
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
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With nine restaurants to choose from, guests are spoiled for choice, although two restaurants are by reservation and incur an extra charge.
Excellence Punta Cana
Jetsetter Star Service Fodor's
Travel + Leisure Frommer's Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler Oyster
Playas Uvero Alto, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $413/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter "Romance rules at this all-inclusive resort on a pristine white sand beach with eight restaurants and 10 bars." Full review
Star Service "This breathtaking island jewel is designed expressly for monied couples seeking a romantic retreat away from the other crowded resorts." Full review
Fodor's "Known to be a sumptuous lovers' lair, this adults-only all-inclusive is particularly appealing to couples (honeymooners, for sure) and wedding parties." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Known for conjuring romantic vibes, this all-inclusive resort is plucked straight from the Colonial era." Full review
Frommer's "The Excellence is a nicely isolated property hemmed by palm trees, a series of small, interconnected three-story hotel blocks fronted by lawns and the small, shared pools of the swim-out suites" Full review
Fodor's "This adults-only, all-inclusive is particularly appealing to couples (honeymooners, for sure) and wedding parties, and attracts a younger, fun clientele. Basic rooms at the all-suite..." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Grab a seat at a cabana shaded by palas and verdant tropical forests. Located on the northeast coast with plenty of beach to explore, seclusion is the name of the game at this..."
Oyster "Thanks to a 45-million dollar renovation completed in 2017, the adults-only Excellence Punta Cana is now one of the best luxury all-inclusive properties in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic...." Full review
