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Ocean Blue & SandvsHard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana
Both properties are highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana scores significantly higher than Ocean Blue & Sand. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana scores 92 with positive reviews from 7 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Condé Nast Traveler and Oyster.
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
i
With nine restaurants to choose from, guests are spoiled for choice, although two restaurants are by reservation and incur an extra charge.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana Oyster
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness Star Service Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Jetsetter
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure Lonely Planet
Boulevard Turistico del Este Km.28 No.74, Bavaro, Punta Cana 74, Dominican Republic
From $336/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
OysterLuxury
"The massive, all-inclusive Hard Rock is a sleek option in Punta Cana, located on a gorgeous stretch of white-sand beach." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Imagine Las Vegas with a Caribbean sea. The old Moon Palace Resort was transformed into a den of decadence and cool in late 2010." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This mammoth resort may not be to all tastes due to its overwhelming size, but its facilities are world-class."
Star Service "It features a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course; a 48,000-sq-ft casino; 65,000 sq ft of conference and event space; and a casino with 457 slots, 40 gaming tables, a poker room and a VIP lounge." Full review
Fodor's "Hard Rock's first all-inclusive property has its own unique identity, different from any other Dominican resort, and it's a great choice if you want nightlife and a busy, fun atmosphere." Full review
i
The oversized rooms and suites are deluxe, but you need to decide if you’d prefer to be where the action is—closer to reception, restaurants, and the casino—or you could choose to be closer to the beach, rooms like a three-bedroom, rock star suite overlooking the Caribbean.
Condé Nast Traveler88.8
"Hard Rock’s first all inclusive hotel and casino exudes lavish five-star all inclusive amenities and personal services to create the ultimate rock star getaway." Full review
Jetsetter "A sumptuous tropical stay at a multi-award-winning, rock-inspired beach retreat, with a resort credit." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Activities at this all-inclusive, family-friendly resort include volleyball, water aerobics, tennis, and a kids' club with entertainment for youngsters"
15 of the Best Punta Cana All-inclusive Resorts
June 8, 2022
Travel + Leisure "This all-inclusive family resort in Punta Cana features 13 pools, meals and snacks in 9 restaurants, nightly entertainment, live music, and 24-hour room service"
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This den of decadence and cool sits atop Punta Cana’s list of bold and beautiful resorts. The lobby feels like a rock-and-roll hall of fame, with memorabilia galore." Full review
