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Leave your worries at home and head for one of the hottest beaches in the Caribbean, Bavaro. Catalonia Punta Cana is an all inclusive, all-suite resort located on a huge stretch of heavenly Bavaro sand. This tropical resort is only 10 miles from Punta Cana Airport, so you can ditch the bags and start having fun in not time at all!
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July 29, 2010
Good value
Went to Catalonia Bavaro Beach Resort in the Dom. Republic in 11/08. I had never done all inclusive. It was nice not to have to worry about what you were spending on the trip. The food was good. Some hit or miss. I wished they would have had a 24 hour snack shop or something. All they had was popcorn in the lobby between meals. The beach was beautiful. Calm, torquiose water. The room was fine. Nothing really special but clean which is the most important part. Tipping $1 got you great service anywhere. The only real problem was with the transporation to and from the airport and the excursions. I arranged transportation through Cheap Caribbean. The company did not show up to pick us up. We had to beg a ride on another bus. The excursion companies lie to you and are a rip off.
But if you just want to go to the resort and relax, not worry about excursions and have a few snacks in your room, you would be fine here.
From:Louisville, KU Age:25-34 Travel:1-2 trips/year
August 9, 2010
The Dominican is GREAT!
First time in the Dominican and I want to go back again next year! We had a few issues our first night at the hotel. It was late at night when we arrived and the lock on our door did not work. Had to wait about an hour before we were able to get back into our room. I was hoping they would of upgraded us due to the situation but they didn't, so we upgraded anyways the next day and it was worth it. Rooms were better. Hotel staff were very friendly. Food was ok.
From:Los Angeles, California Age:35-44 Travel:1-2 trips/year
November 15, 2010
Lovely, relaxing resort
My friend and I were looking for a quiet resort to relax and enjoy the beauty of the Punta Cana Beach. We found it in Catalonia. We liked the fact that it was Adults only but attached to a larger resort which offered more dining choices. First off, the staff was the nicest, happiest I have ever seen. It was extremely clean and has many amenities. The beach was lovely and had a man made reef full of beautiful fish. It is the first hotel so to the right is unspoiled beaches for miles. (unfortunately along with that is trash but not anywhere near the resort). The food was pretty good especially at the Tapas restaurant. The other restaurants were the hibachi, italian, and mexican were pretty good. We weren't thrilled with the steakhouse.
The rooms were very pretty, nice tubs, TV. My favorite was that they had hammocks on the balconies.
Every afternoon we would head to the pool bar where we met some great people from Europe and the rest of the US. Carlos the bartender was the best.
I highly recommend this hotel for a relaxing vacation.
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CheapCaribbean.com only offers the Junior Suite room category for this resort. If you are intersted in booking this resort, you could book the Junior Suite, and attempt to upgrade your room category upon check in at the resort. Please note that this upgrade at the resort would be based upon room availability and pricing at the time of check in.
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Room Information
648 junior suites in 30 three-story buildings (no elevators). Junior Suites offer one king or two twin beds, terrace or balcony with hammock, living room, air conditioning and ceiling fan, complete bathroom with bath tub, shower, hair dryer, cable television, direct dial telephone, complimentary wireless internet access, safe deposite box, coffee maker and mini bar with soft drinks."
All inclusive is right! Nine restaurants, five bars, a casino and spa? Throw in spacious suites and a fab beach, and this is a package hard to beat.
What We'd Change
Like any huge resort, it's a bit of a walk from the beach to the lobby. Luckily, the beautiful landscaping makes the scenic stroll soothing.
Why You Should Go
Families love the all inclusive features and the fabulous location on Bavaro Beach in Punta Cana. Catalonia offers everything you could want for a tropical getaway.
Available Amenities
Activities/Tours Assistance
Banquet Facilities
Beach
Volleyball
Casino ($)
Children's Pool
Conference Facilities
Cribs Available on Request
Currency Exchange
Dive Shop
Fitness/Exercise Room
Gift Shop
Golf Course ($)
Jacuzzi
Kayaks
Laundry Services ($)
Nightly Entertainment
Snorkeling
Swim-Up Bar(s)
Pool Bar
Swimming Pool(s)
Tennis Court(s)
Scuba Diving ($)
Sailing
Fishing
Aerobics
Sauna
Archery
Basketball
Soccer
Dance Classes
Beach Parties
Medical Services ($)
Water Polo
Ping Pong
Disco
Bicycle Rental
6 Bars/Lounges
Darts
Massage ($)
Theater
Spa ($)
Meeting Rooms ($)
Beach Towels
Catamarans
Handicap Room Available
Wedding Services $$ -- Pre-arrange directly with resort
Hammocks
Honeymoon Packages $$ -- Pre-arrange directly with resort
Wireless Hi-Speed Internet Access (Complimentary)
Amenities Subject to Change, with or without notice
Tour Desk
Afternoon Tea
Free Parking
Introductory Scuba Lesson
Beauty Salon ($)
Additional Fees for some amenities may be required
Car Rental Available ($)
ATM/Banking ($)
Babysitting ($)
Nearby Excursions & Attractions
Dive Shop Close by
Parasailing Nearby
Scuba Diving Nearby
Water Skiing Nearby
Windsurfing Nearby
Map of Local Area
The Dominican Republic continues to grow as a major tourist destination due to its beautiful beaches, rich culture, and abundance of available activities.
Catalonia Punta Cana
Cabeza de Toro
+809 412 0000
Hotel Description
Catalonia Punta Cana: All Inclusive Beach Fun, Casino and Alegria Spa
Leave your worries at home and head for one of the hottest beaches in the Caribbean, Bavaro. Catalonia Punta Cana is an all inclusive, all-suite resort located on a huge stretch of heavenly Bavaro sand. This tropical resort is only 10 miles from Punta Cana Airport, so you can ditch the bags and start having fun in no time at all!
The fun starts with organized beach activities, or under a palm tree with a coco loco from the Beach Bar while the kids play. Switch it up and swim in the huge, free-form pool or clink colorful shots at the swim-up bar. When it's time to chow down, nine restaurants offer tons of variety. Families love the teppanyaki shows at Mikado, Rodeo Steak House has tenderloin to write home about, and no one can resist penne pesto at La Toscana. The once-a-week beach party is a hit with its live orchestra, and El Palmeral in the lobby serves classic martinis. If you're traveling without the kids, Cat's Disco Bar is for dancing 'til dawn.
Party hard at night and play hard by day with Catalonia Punta Cana all inclusive perks: make the most of the clear waters with snorkel gear, or hop aboard a catamaran for a cruise. Let the kids hunt starfish, while you check out the two adjacent golf courses, both designed by Alberto Sola. Cabeza de Toro Golf Club is nine holes, and for an 18-hole challenge, golfers tee off at Caribe Golf Club. If you want to test your luck, the resort's casino has slots and table gaming, or unwind with a massage or facial at Alegria Spa.
There's nothing like kicking back in a hammock after a long day, and the Junior Suites hook you up with a terrace or balcony. With a king for couples and two doubles for families, the Junior Suites are spacious and comfortable. Grab a soda from the mini bar and have a soak in the huge bathroom tub. You've earned it!
Other Details
Location
Located on Bavaro Beach, a 20-minute drive from Punta Cana Airport, and 40 minutes from the town of Higuey.
Check-In/Check-Out
Check-in: 3pm. Check-out: noon.
A valid credit card may be required upon check-in for possible incidentals not included in your hotel reservation.
The following minimum-night stay requirements apply:
A seven-night stay required for Feb 1-Apr 8, 2012.
A four-night stay required for Apr 9-30, 2012.
A three-night stay required for May 1-Jun 30, 2012.
A five-night stay required for Jul 1-Aug 31, 2012.
A three-night stay required for Sept 1-Oct 31, 2012.
All Inclusive
The all inclusive plan includes:
Welcome cocktail
Breakfast, lunch and dinner at the buffet restaurants
One dinner in each theme restaurant, per person and per stay (more than four days)
Unlimited, national-alcoholic beverages
Water, wine, beer and soft drinks in all bars, restaurants and disco
Beach party with barbecue for dinner and live orchestra (once per week)
Beach and pool towels, hammocks and sunshades
Daily activities program in different languages (at the pool and at the beach)
Non-motorized water sports (Snorkeling and catamarans limited to one hour per day)
One scuba-diving introductory lesson at the pool
Golf introductory lesson (one hour)
Mini club and disco for children
Wireless Internet access
Merengue dance and native-painting lessons
Disco and nightly shows in our open-air theatre
Gym
Taxes and gratuities
Not included:
Medical services
Romantic dinner on the beach
The entire range of motorized sports
Tennis-court lighting
Massages
Beauty salon and hairdressers
Shops (commercial center)
Logo shop
Newspapers
Wine list at the restaurants
Trips
Scuba diving
Casino (games and beverages)
Convention hall
Golf courses
Dining
Name: Gran Caribe
Type: Buffet
Hours: Breakfast, Daily 6:30am-10am; Lunch, Daily 12:30pm-3pm; Dinner, Daily 6:30pm-10pm
Description: Open-air restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and themed-dinner buffets. Hours subject to change.
Name: La Toscana
Type: Italian
Hours: Daily 7pm-9:45pm
Description: Intimate, air-conditioned Italian restaurant open for a la carte dinner. Hours subject to change.
Reservations are required.
Dress code: no shorts, tee-shirts, beach sandals for men, and no sarongs for women.
Name: Mikado
Type: Japanese
Hours: Daily 6pm-10pm
Description: Air-conditioned Japanese restaurant open for a la carte dinner. Hours subject to change.
Reservations are required.
Dress code: no shorts, tee-shirts, beach sandals for men, and no sarongs for women.
Name: Mariachi
Type: Mexican
Hours: Daily 7pm-9:45pm
Description: Air-conditioned Mexican restaurant open for a la carte dinner. Hours subject to change.
Reservations are required.
Dress code: no shorts, T-shirts, beach sandals for men, and no sarongs for women.
Name: Rodeo Steak House
Type: Steakhouse
Hours: Daily 7pm-9:45pm
Description: Air-conditioned a la carte restaurant serving American favorites. Hours subject to change.
Reservations are required.
Dress code: no shorts, T-shirts, beach sandals for men, and no sarongs for women.
Name: Bretonne
Type: Creperie
Hours: Daily 9am-6pm
Description: Casual, open-air spot for savory and sweet crepes. Hours subject to change.
Name: Pizzeria Sorrento
Type: Pizza
Hours: Daily 9am-6pm
Description: Located near the swimming pool; featuring authentic wood-burning ovens. Hours subject to change.
Name: La Palapa
Type: Buffet
Hours: Breakfast, Daily; 10am-noon; Lunch, Daily 12:30pm-4pm
Description: A casual, open-air beach restaurant open for breakfast and barbecue lunch buffets. Hours subject to change.
Name: Pleamar
Type: Snack Bar
Hours: 24 hours
Description: Poolside spot serving snack foods like hot dogs, burgers and sandwiches 24 hours a day. Hours subject to change.
Bars
El Palmeral
Lobby bar/lounge. Open from 8am-12:30am.
Curacao
Intimate bar/lounge. Open from 6pm-10pm for those dining at Mikado or La Toscana.
Pool Bar
Includes swim-up service. Open from 9am-5pm.
Beach Bar
Offers drinks by the beach. Open from 9am-5pm.
Cat's Disco Bar
Features DJ music, beer and cocktails from 11pm-2am.
Pleamar
Serves drinks by the pool 24 hours a day.
All hours subject to change.
Beach
This hotel is located on Playa Bavaro, one of the Caribbean's most famous beaches. Complimentary towels, lounge chairs and palapas are provided, and a variety of watersports are available.
Drinks are available at the nearby Beach Bar.
Pools
The resort's free-form pool includes Jacuzzi sections and a swim-up bar. Complimentary towels, lounge chairs and umbrellas are provided.
There is also a separate children's pool.
Internet
Complimentary Wi-Fi access is available throughout the resort.
An Internet center also contains four computers, with high-speed connections, which are available for a surcharge.
Water activities
Guests may enjoy one hour of snorkeling or catamarans per day as part of the all inclusive plan. A deposit is required for snorkeling equipment.
Scuba-diving/snorkeling excursions are available for additional fees, as are motorized water sports.
Sports
The resort offers a soccer field, as well as courts for tennis and basketball.
A variety of other games and activities are available:
Petanque,
Darts
Archery
Beach volleyball
Water polo
Ping pong.
Casinos
The resort's casino is open from 7pm-midnight (subject to change), and it offers slot machines and table games.
Games and beverages at the casino are not part of the all inclusive plan.
Child Care
There is a mini-club area for children 4-12, which is open daily from 9am-5pm. There is also a separate children's pool provided.
Additional babysitting services are available in-room at additional cost.
Golf
There are two golf courses adjacent to the resort, both designed by Alberto Sola. The Cabeza de Toro Golf Club is a par-35, nine-hole course. The larger Caribe Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-72 course.
Access to either course requires additional fees, but guests enjoy a one-hour, introductory golf lesson as part of the all inclusive package.
Spa Services
The resort features the Alegria Spa, offering a variety of massage, body and facial treatments, as well as a beauty salon.
All treatments and salon services require additional fees.
Exercise Facilities
There is an air-conditioned fitness center that contains cardio machines, weight machines, free weights and a unisex sauna.
Wedding Services
Weddings at Catalonia Punta Cana feature a beachside ceremony, and include the services of a wedding coordinator. Flowers, catering and special amenities, including private dining and spa services, are also available for the bride and groom.
