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Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection All-Inclusive ResortvsIberostar Grand Bavaro
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Sanctuary Cap Cana by Playa Hotels & Resorts scores marginally better than Iberostar Grand Hotel Bavaro. Sanctuary Cap Cana by Playa Hotels & Resorts has a TripExpert Score of 82 with recommendations from 4 publications like Fodor's, Oyster and DK Eyewitness.
Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
Frommer's Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
Boulevard Zona hotelera, Playa Juanillo, Punta Cana 0809, Dominican Republic
From $318/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "This stellar resort, the keystone of Cap Cana... welcomes families, with The Fortress wing reserved for adults only." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Intended for high-end travelers, this sumptuous all-suite hotel is situated within a charming village setting."
Jetsetter "Sprawling adults-only all-inclusive in Punta Cana with five pools, a huge spa, and top-notch fare." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"In the private beachfront reserve of Cap Cana, just 15 minutes from Punta Cana's airport, this sprawling, all-inclusive resort is a world of its own." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The sprawling resort blends the charm of architecture invoking Spanish castles, with modern-day luxuries, including six pools, a spa, five restaurants...and a picture-perfect white-sand beach."
Frommer's "A choice of rooms in the Spanish colonial–style main hotel and in the (adults-only) faux stone “castle,” or you can rent a Caribbean-style villa. Most are done along clean modern lines" Full review
Travel + Leisure "Situated on 30,000 acres boasting pristine white-sand beaches in the Dominican Republic, Sanctuary Cap Cana offers a memorable getaway for girlfriends of all ages"
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Travel + Leisure "Four suite categories include Colonial, Luxury, Castle, and Villa suites...five restaurants along with six bars and lounges provide a variety of dining options. There’s plenty to do with six pools."
Travel + Leisure "Spanning 30,000 oceanfront acres in a private gated community, Sanctuary Cap Cana offers “flawless beaches, watersports, outdoor activities, [a] spa, and high-quality restaurants,” says Hand"
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." 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
OysterUpscale
"Adults-only all-inclusive resort with photogenic Greco-Roman design... is the most luxurious of four Iberostar options in Punta Cana." Full review
