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Hotel Riu Palace Macao vs Iberostar Grand Bavaro
Both hotels are rated very highly by experts. On balance, Hotel Riu Palace Macao scores significantly better than Iberostar Grand Hotel Bavaro. Hotel Riu Palace Macao comes in at #8 in Punta Cana with recommendations from 4 reviewers like Star Service, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Hotel Riu Palace Macao
Fodor's
Star Service
Frommer's
Playa de Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
From $485 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"A beautiful fountain beckons you into the pool at the heart of this resort, one of the prettiest spots in the sprawling Riu complex of five hotels."
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Star Service
" It is still looking as good as new and is already seeing increased interest for its renewed focus on mature relaxation."
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Frommer's
"The best value all-inclusive in Punta Cana, a solid four-star resort at an all-in price barely above that charged by the budget entries...its modern rooms done in white with black and magenta accents"
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Iberostar Grand Bavaro
Frommer's
Rough Guide
DK Eyewitness
Frommer's
Oyster
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."
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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."
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Oyster
Upscale
"Adults-only all-inclusive resort with photogenic Greco-Roman design... is the most luxurious of four Iberostar options in Punta Cana."
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