Barcelo Bavaro BeachvsIberostar Grand Bavaro
Both properties are rated highly by professional travelers. On balance, Barcelo Bavaro Beach - Adults Only is preferred by most reviewers compared to Iberostar Grand Hotel Bavaro. Barcelo Bavaro Beach - Adults Only ranks #14 in Punta Cana with praise from 4 publications like Star Service, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Barcelo Bavaro Beach
Playas de Bavaro, PO Box 3177, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $328/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"This huge complex of low-rise luxury hotels opens onto one of the most desirable of the many white-sand beaches along the 32km (20-mile) coast known as Bávaro Beach." Full review
Star Service
"This is a popular spot on the ever-highlighted Bavaro Beach." Full review
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English is a weak point among the staff, and management is not quick to respond to special requests.
Fodor's
"Barceló deserves loud applause for the incredible face-lift that has totally transformed this property... to a glamorous complex worthy of gushing praise." Full review
Iberostar Grand Bavaro
Carretera Arena Gorda | Playa Bavaro, Bavaro, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $501/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"A major honeymoon destination for the D.R., it opens onto a panoramic sweep of Playa Bávaro." Full review
Rough Guide
"This highly acclaimed hotel boasts a grand sweep of sand, over 270 opulent suites... and a varied selection of à la carte restaurants."
DK Eyewitness
"A distinguished all-iinclusive, the low-rise, all-suite resort has an ideal location close to the center of beach action."
Frommer's
"This adults-only, all-inclusive resort on Bávaro beach is the fanciest of Punta Cana’s three Iberostars, and a favorite for honeymooners—the Jacuzzis are built for two and have lovely views." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Adults-only all-inclusive resort with photogenic Greco-Roman design... is the most luxurious of four Iberostar options in Punta Cana." Full review