Catalonia Bavaro Beach Golf And Casino ResortvsHotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
Both properties are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Catalonia Bavaro Beach, Casino & Golf Resort is the choice of most professionals compared to Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana. Catalonia Bavaro Beach, Casino & Golf Resort comes in at 79 with endorsements from 3 sources including Fodor's, Oyster and Frommer's.
Catalonia Bavaro Beach Golf And Casino Resort
Playas De Bavaro, Cabeza de Toro, Punta Cana 2062, Dominican Republic
From $155/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"Constructed at the close of the 20th century, this resort is like a large village of three-story villas, with two dozen rental units per building." Full review
Fodor's
"This sprawling resort, always thought of as a moderately priced playground for families, golfers, and convention attendees, has improved its offering while keeping prices affordably low." Full review
Jetsetter
"Romance rules at this all-inclusive resort on a pristine white sand beach with eight restaurants and 10 bars." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This all-inclusive family resort boasts sandy beaches, lush landscaping, lakes, and tropical gardens"
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Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
Playa de Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $386/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"By night this megaresort decorated with Arabian-style domes looks like a fairy-tale palace and its generally older clientele are a departure from the other Riu resorts in the vast complex." Full review
Star Service
"This humongous all-suite property stands out, literally, from the crowd in Bavaro for being four-stories high." Full review
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Expect little attention from management for special requests because of the large size of the property, though staffers are as friendly as can be.