We have created a list with the best five star hotels in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Isa Weber & Adam Hansen. Updated January 2024.
Resort.Highly elegant. Cosy rooms. Featuring a private beach area in Punta Cana, a swimming pool and rooms with hot tub, this luxury and exclusive resort is located 800 metres from the beach and just 5 km from Punta Cana International Airport. The rooms at this AAA Five Diamond Award winner have minimalist style and include a fan, seating area, flat-screen TV and balcony. The kitchens have a coffee maker and microwave, while the bathrooms are private and come with bath, shower and bathrobes. The Tortuga Bay features the Bamboo restaurant with decoration from an international designer and serves a fusion of Caribbean and Asian cuisine. The American breakfast is free. Activities such as fishing, horse riding, kite sailing and eco-paddle surfing can be arranged at this hotel. The use of bikes and kayaks is for free. Tortuga Bay is 5 km from Punta Cana Village and 30 minutes’ drive from Bavaro Lagoon. The Manati Park is 20 km away and Coral Motorway is 10 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Perfect place for an intimate vacation and full relaxation. The villas are gorgeous and little details throughout the property like the orchids are a nice touch. Having access to a golf cart and bikes is a nice bonus also. Visit the Ojos Indigenas ecological reserve - it is WONDERFUL!
Luxury Hotel.Newly opened, December 2023. Facing the beachfront, Skyline Ocean Breeze HOTEL with VIEW Los Corales BBQ WiFi Beach CLUB & SPA offers 5-star accommodation in Punta Cana and has a garden, terrace and restaurant. 2.4 km from Cocotal Golf and Country Club and 5.2 km from Barcelo Golf Bavaro, the property provides a bar and a private beach area. The hotel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. At the hotel, rooms include a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, all rooms at Skyline Ocean Breeze HOTEL with VIEW Los Corales BBQ WiFi Beach CLUB & SPA have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms include a balcony. At the accommodation rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Italian options. Punta Blanca is 10 km from Skyline Ocean Breeze HOTEL with VIEW Los Corales BBQ WiFi Beach CLUB & SPA, while Cana Bay Golf Club is 11 km from the property. The nearest airport is Punta Cana International Airport, 16 km from the hotel.Show full description
Resort.Opened July 2022. Facing the beachfront, Dreams Flora Resort & Spa - All Inclusive offers 5-star accommodation in Punta Cana and features a garden, terrace and restaurant. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a water park. The resort offers an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, karaoke and a shared lounge. The units at the resort feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, DVD player, and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Dreams Flora Resort & Spa - All Inclusive features certain units with sea views, and all rooms are equipped with a coffee machine. All rooms in the accommodation are equipped with slippers and a CD player. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Dreams Flora Resort & Spa - All Inclusive offers a children's playground. You can play billiards and table tennis at the resort, and car hire is available. Languages spoken at the reception include English and Spanish. Cabeza de Toro Beach is 300 metres from Dreams Flora Resort & Spa - All Inclusive, while Barcelo Golf Bavaro is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Punta Cana International Airport, 16 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Resort.Charming. Rooftop bar. Popular among couples. Live Aqua Beach Resort Punta Cana features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a bar and garden in Punta Cana. Situated conveniently in the Uvero Alto district, this resort provides a private beach area, as well as an indoor pool. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. At the resort all rooms come with a wardrobe and a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a terrace. Dolphin Island Park is 26 km from Live Aqua Beach Resort Punta Cana, while freshwater lagoons is 46 km away.Show full description
The property is breathtaking, outstanding interior, spacious rooms, a perfect pool, and fine dining. Extra points for an amazing restaurant, the food is phenomenal here. For extra comfort book "Premium King Garden View" with a gorgeous jacuzzi on a balcony.
Resort.Great views. Popular among couples. Situated in Punta Cana, within 1.2 km of Playa Juanillo and 2.5 km of Cap Cana Marina, Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa - Adults Only offers accommodation with water sports facilities, free WiFi throughout the property. Among the various facilities of this property are a casino, a bar and a restaurant. Freshwater lagoons is 4.4 km from the resort. The units at the resort come with a seating area. The private bathroom is equipped with a hot tub and a hairdryer. All guest rooms include a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Guests at Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa can enjoy a continental breakfast. The accommodation offers an outdoor pool. Guests at Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa - Adults Only will be able to enjoy activities in and around Punta Cana, like windsurfing. Speaking English and Spanish at the 24-hour front desk, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. Dolphin Island Park is 22 km from the resort, while Blue Hole is 7 km from the property.Show full description
Gorgeous hotel with everything you may need for a perfect vacation. The rooms are big and well designed, delicious food in all the restaurants, great cocktails at the bar, an amazing pool area, and a beautiful beach with white sand, coconut trees, and a hammock. WOW!
Resort.Elegant. Cosy rooms. Facing the beachfront, Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana offers 5-star accommodation in Punta Cana and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. Boasting a kids' club, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a terrace. The property features a sauna, entertainment staff and room service. Rooms include air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a TV, and some rooms at the resort have a balcony. You can play billiards at Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana, and the area is popular for canoeing. Juanillo Beach is 1.1 km from the accommodation, while Cap Cana Marina is 6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Punta Cana International, 11 km from Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Resort.Comfortable beds. Popular among women. The beach front Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa - Adults Only offers 6 swimming pools, 2 outdoor hot tubs, spa treatments and free WiFi throughout. This party resort has a nightclub. Offering a private balcony, hot tub, air conditioning, flat-screen cable TV and coffee maker, these suites include private bathrooms with free toiletries. Guests at this property can enjoy 24-hour room service, 9 restaurants, a cafeteria and 8 bar & lounges. An indoor theatre, an on-site casino and water sports are available as well. This property is 35 minutes' drive from Manati Park and 40 minutes' from San Juan Shopping Centre. Punta Cana International Airport is a 50-minute drive away.Show full description
Resort.Nice style. Superb interior design. Set in Punta Cana, 2.7 km from Bavaro Beach, Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort, Spa & Casino offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Boasting an ATM, this property also provides guests with a water park. You can play billiards, table tennis and darts at this 5-star resort, and bike hire and car hire are available. The accommodation provides a kids' club, room service and currency exchange for guests. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort, Spa & Casino the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or American breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, French and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort, Spa & Casino offers a children's playground. With staff speaking German, English, Spanish and French, non-stop information is available at the reception. Barcelo Golf Bavaro is 3.1 km from the resort, while Cocotal Golf and Country Club is 3.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Punta Cana International Airport, 14 km from Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort, Spa & Casino.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most WELL DESIGNED resort in Punta Cana.
Resort.Hip. Great views. Popular among women. Facing the beachfront, Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana - Adults Only offers 5-star accommodation in Punta Cana and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a concierge service. The resort offers a sun terrace. You can play billiards at Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana - Adults Only, and the area is popular for canoeing. Juanillo Beach is a few steps from the accommodation, while Punta Espada is 6.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Punta Cana International Airport, 12 km from Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana - Adults Only.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the coolest resorts in Punta Cana.
Resort.Stylish. Great location. Popular among couples. The Punta Cana International Airport is minutes from Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Adult All-Inclusive Resort, Dominican Republic. This luxury resort provides a full-service spa, room service (limited hours) and beach. Guest suites at the Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Adult All-Inclusive Resort, Dominican Republic feature an ocean view or direct beach access. The Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Adult All-Inclusive Resort, Dominican Republic provides a 24-hour concierge desk. A separate living area with a plasma TV are in each suite. The suites also include an espresso machine, silk bathrobes and a mini bar refreshed daily with bottled water, soft drinks and domestic beer. Guests also enjoy a furnished terrace or balcony with panoramic ocean views, plus double vanity sinks and an elegant tile and coral bathroom with a shower and bathtub. Dance lessons are available at the resort and an inland yacht marina is nearby. Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Adult All-Inclusive Resort, Dominican Republic features 5 on-site restaurants, including the Blue Marlin. A full breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks are served each day.Show full description
Resort.Trendy. Great value. Featuring a casino, movies on the beach and 7 restaurants, this Bavaro Beach hotel is 14 km from Punta Cana International Airport. Five swimming pools are available and Caribbean-style guest rooms are offered. A furnished private patio or balcony is available in each room at Dreams Royal Beach Punta Cana. A minibar and a flat-screen cable TV are provided. Each room is decorated in bright colors with floral designs. The water sports facility offers sailing, windsurfing and kayaking. Guests can play on the various courts including basketball and beach volleyball. Daily classes at Punta Cana Now Larimar include dancing and Spanish. Carnival International Café offers casual dining with outdoor seating. Gourmet á la carte items are served at Capers Italian restaurant. Hamburgers and hotdogs are offered beachside at Barefoot Grill. Family Friendly hotel, please see fine print for additional information.Show full description
Resort.Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Offering an extensive garden, a swimming pool, spa treatments, a gym and tennis courts, The Westin Puntacana Resort & Club is located just steps from the beach. The rooms offer air conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV, minibar and a balcony with sea views. The bathrooms are private and offer a rain shower. The Westin Puntacana Resort & Club has 8 restaurants offering international food and there is a pool-side barbecue. A lobby bar and Don Quicos hand-rolled cigar bar serving wine, cocktails and local rum specialities are featured as well. Activities such as diving, fishing, paddle surfing, kite surfing and snorkelling can be arranged. This property features also a children’s playground, kid’s club and a souvenir shop. Guests can enjoy access to Six Senses Spa and 45 holes of ocean-view, championship golf courses, including Corales and La Cana golf courses. The complex is 40 minutes’ drive from La Romana city centre and 5 minutes’ drive from Punta Cana International Airport.Show full description
Resort.Good breakfast. Located on over 700 yards of a palm-studded white sand beach along the majestic turquoise Caribbean Sea, Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana offers adults a serene seaside getaway in paradise. Embracing a modern twist on traditional Caribbean and modern décor, guests will find touches of vivid colors in each of its 641 non-smoking suites, complete with superior amenities and unparalleled views. Guests will experience all the privileges of Unlimited-Luxury®, including 24-hour room service, daily refreshed mini-bar, and pool and beach wait service. Delight in limitless gourmet dining and top-shelf spirits here or spend a night out at nearby participating resorts with the Sip, Savor & See Dining Experience. Bask in the warm Caribbean sun, enjoy daily activities and entertainment, or simply lounge by the free form pool. Hit the links at nearby world-class golf courses or rejuvenate at the Secrets Spa by Pevonia®.Show full description
This little oasis with beautiful grounds and top-class services is a perfect choice for a vacation in Punta Cana. Besides a fully equipped pool area and gorgeous sandy beach, you can enjoy free kayaking, and parasailing for an extra fee right at the resort. The rooms are spacious, with great views!
Resort.Delightful property. Comfortable beds. Iberostar Grand Bavaro Hotel is located in the Bavaro district in Punta Cana, 6 km from Dolphin Island Park and 24 km from freshwater lagoons. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. A flat-screen TV and DVD player, as well as an iPod docking station are available. Certain rooms include views of the sea or garden. Rooms come with a private bathroom fitted with a bath. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Cap Cana Marina and Playa Juanillo are both 25 km from Iberostar Grand Bavaro Hotel. The nearest airport is Punta Cana International Airport, 19 km from Iberostar Grand Bavaro Hotel.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most BEAUTIFUL resorts in Punta Cana.
Luxury Hotel.Newly opened, November 2023. CARIBBEAN Paradise WIFi HOTEL BAVARO Beach CLUB & SPA has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a restaurant and bar in Punta Cana. This 5-star hotel offers a private beach area. The hotel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. CARIBBEAN Paradise WIFi HOTEL BAVARO Beach CLUB & SPA offers some rooms with sea views, and all rooms are fitted with a patio. At the accommodation rooms include bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes à la carte, continental and Italian options. CARIBBEAN Paradise WIFi HOTEL BAVARO Beach CLUB & SPA offers a barbecue. Cocotal Golf and Country Club is 2.1 km from the hotel, while Barcelo Golf Bavaro is 4.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Punta Cana International Airport, 15 km from CARIBBEAN Paradise WIFi HOTEL BAVARO Beach CLUB & SPA.Show full description
Resort.Elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. This luxurious adults-only resort is located within the Grand Palladium Complex of 4 hotels with full access to all of them including their facilities and features a full-service spa, numerous on-site dining options and endless recreational and entertainment options. On-site at the TRS Turquesa Hotel - Adults only, guests will find everything needed for an unforgettable stay. From numerous swimming pools and a nightclub to gift shops and beauty salons, there is something for everyone. A large variety of recreational activities, including soccer, tennis, basketball and volleyball are also available on-site. The TRS Turquesa Hotel - Adults only is ideally located along the beautiful beaches of the Dominican Republic. Deep-sea fishing, diving, windsurfing and snorkeling can be found only moments away. Area attractions, including Manati Water Park along with a number of shopping centers are also nearby.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Superb breakfast.Opened June 2021. AC Hotel by Marriott Punta Cana has a fitness centre, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Punta Cana. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a spa centre. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with pool view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a safety deposit box, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At AC Hotel by Marriott Punta Cana rooms come with bed linen and towels. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. There is an in-house bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Barcelo Golf Bavaro is 4.4 km from AC Hotel by Marriott Punta Cana, while Cocotal Golf and Country Club is 6.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Punta Cana International Airport, 9 km from the hotel.Show full description
This luxury hotel has a highly rated breakfast, a great location in Punta Cana and great affordability.
Resort. VIK Hotel Cayena Beach All Inclusive has an outstanding location on Cortecito Beach. This exclusive hotel offers a freshwater pool, a luxury spa and access to facilities at the VIK Arena Blanca resort. Each spacious suite at the VIK Hotel Cayena Beach features stylish décor and air conditioning. All suites offer a TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries. The Cayena Beach has an international restaurant, while guests can also choose from a range of local and international restaurants in the Arena Blanca complex. There is a poolside bar and there is not a disco pub. VIK Hotel Cayena Beach is located in Bávaro, Punta Cana. It is just a 20-minute drive from Punta Cana International Airport.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Newly opened, March 2024. Situated in Punta Cana, 2.3 km from Cocotal Golf and Country Club, AZUL CARAIBICO Beach Club & SPA features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With a restaurant, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers free shuttle service, an ATM and currency exchange for guests. The rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area. Every room has a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at AZUL CARAIBICO Beach Club & SPA have a sea view. At the accommodation rooms include bed linen and towels. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available each morning at the property. AZUL CARAIBICO Beach Club & SPA offers a barbecue. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the hotel. Barcelo Golf Bavaro is 5.1 km from AZUL CARAIBICO Beach Club & SPA, while Punta Blanca is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Punta Cana International Airport, 16 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Newly opened, March 2024. AVENTURA VILLAGE LOS CORALES BEACH and SPA is set in the Bavaro district of Punta Cana, 5.2 km from Barcelo Golf Bavaro, 10 km from Punta Blanca and 11 km from Cana Bay Golf Club. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.4 km from Cocotal Golf and Country Club. Cap Cana Marina is 26 km from the apartment and Punta Espada is 31 km away. With a private bathroom, units at the apartment complex also have free WiFi. La Cana Golf Club is 24 km from the apartment, while freshwater lagoons is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Punta Cana International Airport, 16 km from AVENTURA VILLAGE LOS CORALES BEACH and SPA.Show full description
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