The best accommodations Bavaro

Valentina and Andrey have created this cosy hostel a little way from the hustle and bustle of Bávaro, but only 5 minutes from the beach. This charming and dynamic Russian couple know what their budget guests want. The rooms are colourful, comfortable and very clean. A common kitchen open to all allows to make some extra savings, and the roof terrace and the common lounge to relax. In short, a friendly and quiet place, in contrast to the resorts that are located nearby.

Located 25 km from the airport, on a beautiful beach, with nearly 800 rooms with modern comfort, this hotel complex is a real small town. 11 restaurants, 8 bars, a shopping centre, 2 huge swimming pools, a water park for children, a spa, a climbing wall... Many animations are proposed. During the day, they are rather sporty (golf, kayaking, windsurfing, diving...). At night, they are more exciting with shows, discos and casino.

Hotel Riu in Punta Cana opened in 2011, offering a high level of service. Spacious, modern rooms with sober decor and impeccable cleanliness, 24-hour room service. A wide choice of à la carte and buffet restaurants with an abundance of food. Pleasant, helpful staff, some of whom speak French. Daytime and evening entertainment. Swimming pools, bars, spa, business center. Windsurfing, introductory diving, sailing and kayaking are all available.

This hotel, one of the smallest in the area, is also one of the only ones that does not offer an all-inclusive package. It has 75 rooms, 55 of which are large, housed in white buildings in harmony with the environment. The hotel is located in the heart of the village of Cortecito, 1 minute from the beach, and has rooms with basic comfort on two levels, which frame a swimming pool surrounded by coconut trees. The atmosphere is very friendly, with a buffet breakfast in front of the pool, deckchairs, parasols and a bar. Supervised parking.

Facing the beach, it is a charming hotel with a family atmosphere. It is undoubtedly one of the only hotels in this part of the country to combine quality services with a human scale. It has a total of 200 rooms and suites of different categories, spacious and comfortable and housed in several modern buildings overlooking the pool or beach. The club has three restaurants, three bars and two swimming pools. On the beach, magnificent at this place, decorated with deckchairs and umbrellas, the beach club proposes a beach restaurant.

A modern hotel for a comfortable stay. The hotel is conveniently located, directly on Arena Gorda beach. Rooms are spacious and colorfully decorated, with satellite flat-screen TV, minibar, air conditioning and balcony or terrace. A varied choice of restaurants and bars. Sports activities are organized, as well as evening entertainment. An option to consider for those looking for a comfortable stay in the heart of a modern infrastructure.

As its name suggests, this modern, family-friendly hotel, opened in 2015, features Dominican and international art. There are no numbers here: the 29 rooms are named after artists. Each room features a replica of one of the master's paintings, complemented by related wall decor. The rooms are modern, colorful, elegant and fully equipped. The constant attention of this Dominican-Ukrainian family is much appreciated by guests. The best value for money in Bávaro.

At last, an upmarket establishment without an all-inclusive formula, and offering a totally personalised service. The 1 to 3 bedroom apartments are sumptuous, with coral stone floors, modern furniture and state-of-the-art kitchens. It feels like home, only better! Two penthouses on the top floor have their own private terraces and hot tubs. On the practical side, a tablet containing a lot of information about Punta Cana is provided to all occupants. Breakfast is taken on the beach. Large swimming pool.

The NH Punta Cana is a hotel that sets itself apart from all-inclusives. Here, you'll enjoy a buffet breakfast, but afterwards you're invited to discover the coconut coast on your own. The 65 rooms are comfortably furnished and functional, with air conditioning, minibar, telephone, WiFi, TV and safe. Gym, restaurant-bar, terrace and two meeting rooms on the first floor. All guests have access to the swimming pool of the adjacent Now Larimar Hotel resort.

This brand new luxury resort by Meliá is quite impressive. The rooms, available in various standards and with a finely worked wood design, are spread out in a circle around a vast central island surrounded by a circular swimming pool which can be accessed via walkways. Magnificent spa, numerous bars and restaurants with varied themes. Activities include yoga, painting and wine workshops, dance classes for young and old, golf lessons, excursions...