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Welcome the newest addition to the Bahia legacy, Gran Bahia Principe Esmeralda; this all inclusive dreamboat lies along
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Welcome the newest addition to the Bahia legacy, Gran Bahia Principe Esmeralda; this all inclusive dreamboat lies along the pearly shores of the Dominican Republic's famous Bavaro Beach, with the sparkling Caribbean Sea dancing under swaying palms.
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"This is the best. It ranks right up there with all the other resorts we have visited in the same area. Food and restaurants are very good. Had great time." – Dipaul
5 out of 6 (83%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.Read All Reviews
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September 26, 2011
Everything was Wonderful!!!
I read tons of reviews but was not disappointed in any way with the Esmerelda. The rooms were very spacious, clean and nicely appointed. The staff was friendly and helpful. The food was sometimes good other times excellent. The Japanese restaurant Maiko was the best! The gounds and pool areas were lovely. And the beach was great! I travelled with 2 girlfriends and all of us would return in a heartbeat!
We stayed at the Esmeralda in early July 2011 and had a good time with few negative comments. I will try to keep this brief. The grounds are immaculate. Most of the staff is friendly but the expectance of tipping by the wait staff of the restaurants is very unprofessional. Since most of them work almost every day, if you don’t tip you receive very slow service. The food was good. Nothing to write home about but there was always something you could find to eat. The pool is very nice. Some do not like the temperature of the water, which is akin to a warm bath. The beach is average. The resort allows people to “reserve” (with towels, clothing, books, etc.) beach loungers. We saw shaded lounges go unused for hours because someone had put their stuff on them in the middle of the night/very early morning and did not use them. They really need to enforce the no reserving loungers rule they have. Also the amount of seaweed during our stay was at times overwhelming. The resort did a good job every morning of raking the beach but by late afternoon the seaweed returned. There was always seaweed floating on and of course on the bed of the water. Being part of the larger GBP resort has its advantages as well. There are plenty people to socialize with if you like. The shows are on par with what you find at most Caribbean resorts. The drinks are average.
From:Washington, DC Age:35-44 Travel:3-6 trips/year
July 26, 2011
Relaxing
Resort and grounds are beautiful. Very clean! Pools and beach so close to all the rooms with adequate seating no matter what time of day. Food options are good. Not a lot of variety on a day to day basis at the buffet but a lot of choices. I never went away hungry. Definitely worth taking the time to make reservations at the ala carte restaurants. Customer service a little lacking...took a while to get washcloths when we called, hung the phone up on us of they did not understand what we were asking in English and do not take travelers checks. Great place if you just want to relax by the pool/beach, have a few drinks and truly veg out!
Nice resort with great pool and beach area. The food options are good. Take time to try the ala carte restaurants. Service is very inconsistent. If this is the kind of issue that drives you crazy, this is not the place for you. Also, Bahia allows very high pressure sales pitches to be allowed on their property, primarily for a vacation club that works like a timeshare. Beware!
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Room Information
300 Deluxe Junior Suites facing paradise and all have exquisite decor with one king or two double beds. The bathroom is luxurious, with hydro massage shower and many amenities: soap, shower gel, shampoo, moisturizing cream, comb, shower cap, shave kit, vanity kit and sewing kit. The room also includes a sofa bed, ironing set, air conditioning, ceiling fan, 24-hour room service, hair dryer, amplifying mirror, alarm clock, coffee maker, satellite plasma TV, direct-dial telephone, safe, mini-bar and a terrace or balcony.
Each room has 24-hour room service, as well as a mini bar that gets restocked each day, so every moment of vacation can be spent indulging.
What We'd Change
The language barrier can be tough and while the staff is very helpful, you may need a small dictionary to help you communicate.
Why You Should Go
Tons of activities at Gran Bahia Principe Esmeralda, Don Pablo Collection, keep everyone entertained. For those seeking a peaceful retreat, an endless stretch of Bavaro Beach awaits!
Available Amenities
Beach
Volleyball
Casino ($)
Child Care/Babysitting Services ($)
Children's Pool
Conference Facilities
Cribs Available on Request
Currency Exchange
Fitness/Exercise Room
Jacuzzi
Kayaks
Kids Club
Laundry Services ($)
Nightly Entertainment
Snorkeling
Swim-Up Bar(s)
Swimming Pool(s)
Tennis Court(s)
Tropical Gardens
Windsurfing
Sailing
Aerobics
24 Hour Front Desk
24 Hour All-Inclusive
Mini Golf
Basketball
Soccer
Dance Classes
Medical Services ($)
Disco
Bicycles
Horseback Riding ($)
3 Restaurants
4 Bars/Lounges
Bocce Ball
Multilingual Staff
Snack Bar
Theater
Fax Machine ($)
Spa ($)
Meeting Rooms ($)
Yoga
Catamarans
Handicap Room Available
Wedding Services $$ -- Pre-arrange directly with resort
24 Hour Room Service
Golf Packages Available ($)
Sauna ($)
Pillow Menu
Boogie Boarding
Honeymoon Packages $$ -- Pre-arrange directly with resort
Amenities Subject to Change, with or without notice
Complimentary Beach Towels
Complimentary Pool Towels
Complimentary Sun Loungers at Beach and Pool
Introductory Scuba Lesson
Beauty Salon ($)
Additional Fees for some amenities may be required
Car Rental Available ($)
Dive Shop ($)
Fishing ($)
Wireless Hi-Speed Internet Access in lobby (Complimentary)
Babysitting ($)
Nearby Excursions & Attractions
ATV Tours Nearby
Casino Nearby
Deep-Sea Fishing
Dive Shop Close by
Eco-adventure tours
Fishing Nearby
Golf Nearby
Horseback Riding Nearby
Kayaking
Sailing Nearby
Shops/Shopping in Area
Swim with the Dolphins Nearby
Watersports in the area
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.
Gran Bahia Principe Esmeralda
Carretera Arena Gorda - Macao, section Baigua
+809 552 14 44
Hotel Description
Gran Bahia Principe Esmeralda All Inclusive: New Kid on the Beach.
Welcome the newest addition to the Bahia legacy, Gran Bahia Principe Esmeralda; this all inclusive dreamboat lies along the pearly shores of the Dominican Republic's famous Bavaro Beach, with the sparkling Caribbean Sea dancing under swaying palms.
Sink your toes into the velveteen sands of Playa Bavaro as you breeze by the beach bar to pick up a tropical beverage en route to one of Bahia Spa's massage gazebos. Or, order a fluorescent, umbrella-decked drink from the swim-up bar in one of the two glittering, lake-style pools while the kiddos splash in the nearby children's pool. Once you have cooled off, heat things up in the Jacuzzi before sprawling on a lounger to achieve the perfect shade of bronze amidst the lush gardens.
Indulge with your all inclusive package at Arrecife Restaurant, or treat your taste buds to an innovative Italian meal at Bella Italia. Then, take in a show at the resort's amphitheater or move the party to the nearby Congas Bachata, where the disco keeps a late-night groove going.
In the warm, sunny hours, stroll the quaint streets surrounding Gran Bahia Principe Esmeralda and explore the private Pueblo Principe Shopping Center, a perfect place to stock up on souvenirs, gifts and island trends. Grab a refreshment at one of the many bars or experience the blinging and dinging of the casino.
Make your way down to the beachside aquatic activity and sub-aqua center for family fun, with windsurfing, water skiing or skimming over the waters via catamaran. The youngsters have plenty of options for fun of their own at the Kids Club, with activities like the beachside Mini-Olympics, football, tennis, volleyball and even muscle-building classes. Or let the kids aerobicize the day away in the cool ocean breeze, learn how to merengue or putt-putt around the mini golf course while you and your sweetie hit the big fairways at nearby 18-hole Punta Blanca Golf Club (one of three outstanding courses in the area), squeeze in a tennis match or spend the day getting Ayurveda treatments at Bahia Spa.
Other Details
Location
Located 30-min drive away from Punta Cana Airport and 90 min from La Romana Airport.
Check-In/Check-Out
Check-in: 3:00 pm, check-out: noon.
A valid credit card may be required upon check in for possible incidentals not included in your hotel reservation.
In observance of Holy Week, some resorts in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, and Costa Rica may put limits on the use of motorized water sports, and loud music.
A three-night minimum stay required at this resort with the following exceptions :
There is a 4 night minimum stay required when traveling March 28 - April 8, 2012.
Please be aware that at least one person per room must be 21 years of age or older to check-in, and hotel reserves the right to request a passport or official ID as proof of age. If travel is booked and no one fulfills this requirement, you will be denied check-in at this resort. No student groups under 18 years old or "Spring Breakers" are accepted year round.
Sister Hotel Privileges
Guests of the Gran Bahia Principe Esmeralda are entitled to use all the facilities and restaurants (except buffets and exclusive Club areas) of the Gran Bahia Principe Bavaro, Punta Cana and Ambar (18 years of age).
All Inclusive
The All Inclusive Plan Features:
Accommodations as selected
Welcome cocktail
International drinks
Butler service (upon request)
Room service
Pillow menu (upon request)
Towel service at pools and beach
Games and organized activities
Complete mini bar with alcoholic drinks (mini bottles), refilled once daily
Gym
Aerobic and merengue lessons
Free entrance and all local drinks in the disco located in the Pueblo Principe
Unlimited a la carte dinners in specialty restaurants (prior reservations required)
All local taxes and gratuities
Non-motorized water and land sports
One free hour: windsurfing, kayaks, sailing, boogie boards, catamaran, tennis (lighting with extra charge), mountain bikes, snorkeling, diving lesson in the pool area on request
Sports, booking required: bocce ball, soccer, basketball, volleyball, mini golf
Internet Service in the Lobby area (15 minutes per person per day)
Wi-fi access (no charge) in the Lobby area
Not included in the all inclusive plan:
Internet access in the room
Motorized sports and vehicles
Scuba diving
Beauty care and massages at Spa
Laundry
Medical services
Telephone calls, mail and fax
Premium liquors
All services and products not specified as included above
Dining
Name: Jazmin
Type: International
Hours: Breakfast, Daily 7am-10:30am; Lunch, Daily 1pm-3:30pm; Dinner, Daily 7pm-10:30pm
Description: Smoke-free, buffet restaurant serving traditional dishes with an international flavor. Theme dining nights by country. Hours subject to change.
Name: Bella Italia
Type: Italian
Hours: Daily Seatings from 6:30pm-9:30pm
Description: a la carte restaurant serving an avant-garde Italian menu, traditional pasta dishes with a modern twist. Hours subject to change.
Reservations are required.
Dress code: long trousers for the men.
Name: Arrecife
Type: Light fare
Hours: Daily 10am-4am
Description: Enjoy snacks and burgers and a great view of the pool from this snack bar. Hours subject to change.
Bars
Capuccino
Lobby bar. Daily 10am-11:30pm.
Beach Bar
Daily 9am-6pm.
Tamarindo
Swim-up bar. Daily 9am-6pm.
Congas Bachata
Disco, located at the Pueblo Principe Center. Daily midnight-3am.
All hours subject to change.
Beach
Guests enjoy relaxing on Bavaro Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean with its endless white sand and crisp blue sea.Bahia Spa has gazebos on the beach for massages and braids (fees apply). There are complimentary beach towels and recliners facing the water, as well as a beach bar. The PADI dive center is also on the beach.
Pools
The resort features a big lake-style pool with a children's pool. The large pool has a swim-up bar. There is also a Jacuzzi, sun terrace with recliners and gardens adding a relaxing grace note. Complimentary pool towels are available.
Water activities
Guests may enjoy one hour free per day:
Windsurfing
Kayaks
Sailing
Boogie boards
Catamaran
Snorkeling
Activities with additional charge:
Outings in catamaran
Boating
Fishing boat and tour
Sailing classes
Scuba diving (PADI)
Banana boat
Sports
Available to guests:
Aerobics
Merengue classes
Yoga
Organized games and activities
Stretching
Dart
Tennis (lighting with charge)
Paddle ball
Mountain bikes
Patanque
Reservations are required for:
Bocce ball
Soccer
Basketball
Volleyball
Mini golf
Golf
Golfers have a choice of five courses in the area: (fees apply)
Punta Blanca Golf Club, 18-hole golf course designed by Nick Price; 5 min from the hotel.
White Sands Golf, 9-hole golf course; 15 min from the hotel.
Bavaro Golf, 18 holes, par 72; 20 min from the hotel.
La Cana Golf Club, 18 holes, 7,152 yd; 30 min from the hotel.
Cocotal Golf & Country Club, 27 holes, par 72; 20 min from the hotel.
Child Care
Daily (9am-5pm) supervised activities at the Mini-Club, include:
Pool activities
Non-stop dancing in the mini-discotheque
Mini golf
Mini-Olympics on the beach
Spa Services
Bahia Spa, a full-service spa, offers:
Massage
Body treatments
Special therapies
Personalized facial treatments
Beauty salon
VIP cabin with private Jacuzzi
Oriental area for Ayurveda treatments
Daily 10am-8pm (fees apply).
Honeymoon Bonus
Guests who travel from Feb 17, 2011-Dec 23, 2012 will receive a fruit plate in room upon arrival, one bottle of tequila or rum and one category room upgrade, upon request and subject to availability at time of check-in.
Terms and Conditions:
Must be within six months of original wedding date. Couples must present proof of marriage (marriage certificate) at the resort upon check-in and at time of dinner reservation with concierge desk. Please request HONEYMOON in the Special Request field when making your reservation. All terms and conditions must be met to receive this package.
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