This Barcelo Beach Resort dwells beneath the shade of lofty coconut palms, amid orchids and mangroves. The immense coral reef of the only true Bavaro Beach in Punta Cana creates an unforgettable natural aquarium where you can explore extraordinary underwater vistas while swimming amidst exotic tropical fish of every species. The sheltered coastal frontage of the Bavaro Beach embraces activities that range from merely relaxing peacefully in cool seas through enjoying an active day at watersports. And it all takes place in the most wonderful landscape imaginable. Please note: At dinner men are required to wear long pants. Reservations are required for á la carte restaurants. 599 air-conditioned rooms.

The Property's Architecture: The Barcelo Bavaro Beach & Caribe Resort features open air lobby spaces with wooden beams and huge performance stages. Rooms are contained in multi-colored 3-4 story buildings, each air-conditioned room has a hair dryer, room safe, and balcony or patio.

Unique Property Features: This is a beachfront resort surrounded by palm trees and 3 km of white sand beach protected by a coral reef. Guests can use all grill and buffet restaurants at the Barcelo Bavaro Beach, Caribe, & Casino Resorts.

Property Restrictions: There are no handicap rooms. La Fuente Restaurant (at Barcelo Casino) and all of the restaurants at the Barcelo Palace are not included in the exchange program. Will allow spring breakers.

Property Location: Barcelo Bavaro Beach Hotel is located on Bavaro Beach, 20 minutes away from the International Airport.

Beach on site: Yes

Beach Description: The property offers 3 km of beautiful white sand beach, the only true Bavaro Beach in Punta Cana. immense coral reef just offshore creates extraordinary underwater vistas, and the sheltered coastal frontage embraces a range of activities.

Daily Activities: Aerobics, Ping Pong, Snorkeling, Kayaks, Pedal Boats, Windsurfing, Sunfish Sailing, Activities on the beach and in the pool area.

Evening Activities: Tropicalissimo Show, Two Discotheques, Nightly Entertainment.

Number of Restaurants: 8 Number of Bars: 12

Restaurants Description: Ambar Buffet Restaurant
This buffet restaurant serves an unlimited variety of fresh food, along with more standard fare such as hamburgers and French fries. Drinks are served with meals, and wines cost extra.
Chez Palace
Not included in All-Inclusive plan. Available for an additional cost. Men are required to wear long pants.
El Coral Beach Restaurant
A beachfront grill restaurant. This is the only American Steak House in Punta Cana. REservations are required. Men must wear long pants.
El Mexico Lindo Restaurant
A Mexican a la carte restaurant. Reservations are required. Men must wear long pants.
La Fuente
Not included in All-Inclusive plan. Available for an additional cost. Men are required to wear long pants.

Barcelo Bavaro Caribe

5.0 Rating by Tony Ezzo on April 8, 2005

I have been all over the Caribbean, and I have to say, this place is Superior to all.

The Barceló Resorts are made up of 4 or 5 hotel complexes. It is an all-inclusive fortress. Basically a small city within the walls of the Barceló Hotels. The grounds at this place were amazing. It’s a very clean complex and the staff is very friendly. You have the Caribe, The Beach, The Palace, Golf, and Casino. Each of these are a 4 or 5 star hotel.

When you enter your hotel, you have a band put on your wrist for your entire stay. You can go anywhere and eat at the 8 restaurants and buffets for free (unless you are in a 4 star going to a 5 star restaurant they will allow you to eat the buffet, but not order from the menu). The Food is superb!!! The dining restaurants feature a steak house, Mexican, Italian, Chinese, Seafood, and French cuisines. All drinks are included (can you say party hard?) Though the drinks use Dominicans Domestic bottles, it’s still good. And they serve bottled water everywhere. You have a mini bar in your room and its FREE!

Though all the help spoke Spanish it was hard to communicate, but we still managed. We met people from all over the world. Within this Barceló city, there is a small shopping plazas and a spa. We did the spa almost every day. Full body massage $20.00, pedicure $20.00. Very good prices for that. If you want to go to the flea market take the free shuttle that takes you all over the complex and exit at the PALACE hotel. Head towards the beach, and make a left. There you will see all the locals under a hut being EXTREAMLY aggressive trying to barter with you. We picked up a few things.

Each hotel has nightly entertainment, and there is a DISCO/Club on the resort. This is catered to all ages. They play a lot of Spanish dance music and some American Hip/Hop.

We stayed at the Caribe hotel. This is a 4 star hotel, sort of laid back. The Beach hotel, which is next door, was the happening Hotel. Next time I will stay there. The pool isn’t as nice, but you can use any of the pools on the complex. The Casino hotel is not on Beach front property. We talked to people that have been to Punta Cana before and said this is the best resort on the Island.

A few Suggestions on what you MUST bring:
- Bring a large mug with a lid (like one of those coffee mugs from a gas station). Bring it to the bar, and they will fill it up with your favorite drink. Its better than they small cups they give you.
- Bug spray for the mosquitoes
- A wash cloth. Now this is odd. Maid service replaces all towels and cleans your room, but then do not replace your wash cloth…. HELLO what’s up with that. We had to use are hands in the shower---NOT FUN.
- Single bills just incase you want to tip people.

If you are going to go on any excursion let me suggest some:
- Swim with the sharks at Marinum and snorkel with fish—Amazing trip.
- Horse back riding on the beach.
- Swimming with the dolphins, not that good, only 10 minutes with the dolphins. {1/2 hour with the sharks at Marinum)
- Party Boat

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