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There's no reception at the beach, so leave your phone at home and just relax on the sugar-white sands of Bavaro Beach at Gran Bahia Principe in Punta Cana. This all inclusive hotspot for families and couples is a vacation powerhouse with a punch: six dining options and spacious suites create a city-like atmosphere at the massive Gran Bahia complex, located on 500 m of the best-looking beach in the Dominican Republic.
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July 29, 2010
Excellent Vacation Spot!
Our stay at Bahia Principe was a wonderful vacation experience. About 50 of us were there for a week attending my nieces wedding in May, 2007. Our rooms, which were in the Club Golden, were nicely appointed, spacious and had lovely views from the balconies and patios. The lush tropical gardens were picture perfect and served as backrounds for many photos. The staff, including housekeeping, pool/beach/bar employees and activities personnel treated us like we were their priority - a nice feeling at a large resort! The pool area and beach were immaculate with plenty of lounges in both the sun and shade. There were plenty of activities on the beach...games, aerobics, etc. - always something going on. Our group went scuba diving from a boat right on the property - no traveling to be adventuresome - everything you could want is right there. The buffet restaurants by the pool/beach area were fantastic at both breakfast and lunch. The staff was so friendly and couldn't do enough for you! However, the reservation restaurants were not impressive at all. The only one I could really recommend is the French restaurant. The food there was excellent. The others were average or below at the time we were there. I would have scored the overall experience an excellent if hadn't been for the quality of the food in the majority of the restaurants. The great things about Bahia Principe far outway this one complaint. I would highly recommend it to any of my friends or family headed to Punta Cana.
The resort was very clean and service great.
The trolley was nice for commuting as the place is enormous.
The only drawback I found was that it's hard to get to know other people as it's just so huge you seldom see the same people twice.
The restaurants and buffets were very crowded as the resort was operating at full capacity.
I would choose a smaller resort the next time; as we like the more intimate feel of those.
The pools and the beach were crowded. You had to get there early to get a chair with a palm tree cover. The specialty restaurants were great and the bars were amazing. The rooms were comfortable and clean. The maids were very nice and made awesome "art," ie., making a towel into a swan, on the bed every morning. All in all, really nice stay.
From:Alexandria, VA Age:19-24 Travel:7+ trips/year
August 1, 2010
most amzing vacation ever!
In the summer of 2009 my husband and I traveled to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. When we chose this destination through cheapcarribean.com we were very unsure if the incredible deals we were seeing were too good to be true but we decided to take a chance anyway. We were sure glad we did! We chose the Gran Bahia Principe. Everything including our airport transfers was easy and well organized. We checked in and were imediately swept away with the beauty that is the D.R. the resort was beautifully maintained and had a staff that seemed eager to meet our every need! We spent our four night vacation truly relaxing. Everything really was included; the dining options were good and plentiful; the pools were sparkling and of course the beach was just amazing! I would highly recommend both this resort and cheapcarribean.com to anyone wanting a fun and exciting vacation! I cannot wait to chose from another one of the fantastic destinations available through this website!
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At the Gran Bahia Principe Punta Cana, all reservations include 3 free dinners, per week of stay, in any of the à la carte theme restaurants. As of right now, reservations can be made once on property. Upon check in, the resort will advise of their specific policy, and how you can go about making reservations for your stay.
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Room Information
This resort has 396 Superior Junior Suites, located in 2 or 3 floor villas and are equipped with 1 king or 2 double beds with pillow-top mattresses, air conditioning, ceiling fan, fully fitted bathroom with bathtub/ Jacuzzi, hair dryer, direct-dial telephone, satellite TV, mini-bar, safe (with surcharge), alarm clock, iron and ironing board (on request) and balcony or terrace.
The Club Golden is a separate part of the hotel indicated with exclusive signposting. Dedicated to the most discerning guests, these junior suites are characterized by their privileged location near the beach and by their exclusive services. Surrounded by palm trees, these facilities are designed for those seeking maximum comfort and offer numerous special amenities including coffee service, beach and swimming pool towels in room on day of arrival, bathrobe & slipper service in room, room service, evening turndown service, VIP amenities and umbrellas upon request at reception. The Golden Principe Club features a private clubhouse, private reception, welcome cocktail, private check-in and check-out, free daily press in clubhouse and free internet access in clubhouse (15 minutes per room per day). Guests will be provided with an exclusive All-Inclusive ID bracelet of a different color."
Bavaro Beach is one of the best in the Dominican Republic, and this resort has 500 m of it for fun in the sun or just kicking back.
What We'd Change
Though wandering through the solariums and tropical gardens on the way to the beach can be fun, it's also quite a walk! Thankfully, the resort has free shuttles.
Why You Should Go
Gran Bahia Principe Punta Cana is the resort with it all: six dining options, tons of all inclusive activities and spacious suites for your family!
Available Amenities
Banquet Facilities
Beach
Beach Bar
Volleyball
Business Center ($)
Cable/Satellite TV
Casino ($)
Child Care/Babysitting Services ($)
Children's Activities
Children's Pool
Conference Facilities
Cribs Available on Request
Currency Exchange
Fitness/Exercise Room
Kayaks
Kids Club
Laundry Services ($)
Lounge Chairs/Umbrellas
Nightly Entertainment
Snorkeling
Internet Access ($)
Swimming Pool(s)
Tennis Court(s)
Tropical Gardens
Scuba Diving ($)
Windsurfing
Sailing
Aerobics
24 Hour Front Desk
24 Hour All-Inclusive
Poolside Bar
Parking On-Site
Safe Deposit Box
Mini Golf
Basketball
Soccer
Dance Classes
Medical Services ($)
Parasailing ($)
Ping Pong
Disco
Bicycle Rental
6 Restaurants
5 Bars/Lounges
Darts
Bocce Ball
Porter/Bellhop
Shopping
Multilingual Staff
Snack Bar
Meeting Rooms ($)
Yoga
Beach Towels
Spa Services ($)
Catamarans
Handicap Room Available
Wedding Services $$ -- Pre-arrange directly with resort
Honeymoon Packages $$ -- Pre-arrange directly with resort
Aqua Aerobics
Wireless Hi-Speed Internet Access ($)
Amenities Subject to Change, with or without notice
Complimentary Beach Towels
Complimentary Sun Loungers at Beach and Pool
Free Parking
Evening Entertainment
Additional Fees for some amenities may be required
Swim-Up Bar
Car Rental Available ($)
Dive Shop ($)
Gift Shop ($)
Nearby Excursions & Attractions
Beach Nearby
Deep-Sea Fishing
Dive Shop Close by
Fitness Center Close by
Golf Nearby
Horseback Riding Nearby
Kayaking
Sailing Nearby
Shops/Shopping in Area
Snorkeling Nearby
Volleyball Nearby
Watersports in the area
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.
Gran Bahia Principe Punta Cana
Arena Gorda Macao, Seccion Baigua
+809 552 14 44
Hotel Description
Gran Bahia Principe Punta Cana: All Inclusive Dining, Bavaro Beach and Fun
There's no reception at the beach, so leave your phone at home and just relax on the sugar-white sands of Bavaro Beach at Gran Bahia Principe in Punta Cana. This all inclusive hotspot for families and couples is a vacation powerhouse with a punch: six dining options and spacious suites create a city-like atmosphere at the massive Gran Bahia complex, located on 500 m of the best-looking beach in the Dominican Republic.
Kids can spend endless hours splashing in the surf, while you kick back and soak up the sun. The two lake-style pools are a gathering place for guests looking to make new friends at the swim-up bar.
Save some energy for more active fun; Gran Bahia Principe Punta Cana offers all inclusive fun at the aquatic center. Take advantage of the gentle surf for snorkeling, catch a big wave on a boogie board or take the kids out on a catamaran. For a modest fee, try something a little more thrilling, like a banana boat! The kids can have fun at the supervised Mini-Club while you hold on tight for a wet-and-wild ride!
Nothing says relaxation like "spa" after a long day. The exotic Caribbean massage helps you unwind quickly, and for a chance to reconnect with your sweetie, schedule a couples' massage in a beachside massage gazebo. All that fun will have you ready to take a taste tour of the world. El Pescador serves tasty, beef-tenderloin medallions, kids love the teppanyaki show at Mikado, and if you're feeling fancy, the lobster vol-au-vent is to die for at Le Gourmet. When the sun sets, make your way to the amphitheatre for festive, live entertainment, or check out the nightlife at Pueblo Principe, Gran Bahia's shopping village. The Karaoke Piano Bar has guests belting out guilty pleasures long into the night!
When it's time for sweet dreams, head back to the Junior Suite Superior. Couples can't get enough of the Jacuzzi in the awesome marble bathroom.
Other Details
Location
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): Approximate driving time is 30 minutes and distance is 12 mi.
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.
A three-night minimum stay required at this resort.
Age Restrictions
One person per room must be 21 years or older to check in, and the 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 groups of students younger than 18 years, or "Spring Breakers," are accepted, year round.
Dining Privileges
Guests staying at the Gran Bahia Principe Punta Cana can also enjoy the à la carte restaurants at Gran Bahía Príncipe Bavaro.
All Inclusive
Included in the package:
All meals
Snacks
Local drinks
Mini bar service with water
Refreshments and beer
Towel service at pools and beach
Loungers and sunshades in the swimming pool area and the beach
Special entertainment programs for adults and children, day and night
Ample variety of activities and organized games
Sports and special activities for children in the Mini-Club
Dining
Name: Orquídea
Type: International
Hours: Breakfast, Daily 5am-10:30pm; Lunch, Daily 12:30pm-3:30pm; Dinner, Daily 6:30pm-10:30pm
Description: Serving traditional dishes with an international flair on a buffet.
??Theme dining nights by country.??
Smoking is not permitted.
Vegetarians, celiacs and diabetics can ask for special dishes.
Hours subject to change.
Name: El Pescador
Type: Seafood
Hours: Daily 6pm-10pm
Description: ?À la carte restaurant.
Vegetarians, celiacs and diabetics can ask for special dishes.
Reservations are required.
Hours subject to change.
Name: Garden Grill
Type: Steakhouse
Hours: Daily 6pm-10pm
Description: ?À la carte restaurant.
Vegetarians, celiacs and diabetics can ask for special dishes.
Reservations are required.
Hours subject to change.
Name: Santa Fe
Type: Tex-Mex
Hours: Daily 6pm-10pm
Description: ?À la carte restaurant.
Vegetarians, celiacs and diabetics can ask for special dishes.
Reservations are required.
Hours subject to change.
Name: Mikado
Type: Japanese
Hours: Daily 6pm-10pm
Description: ?À la carte restaurant serving traditional Japanese dishes, sushi, teka maki or enjoy an authentic teppanyaki dinner.
Vegetarians, celiacs and diabetics can ask for special dishes.
Reservations are required.
Hours subject to change.
Name: Le Gourmet
Type: French
Hours: Daily 6pm-10pm
Description: ?À la carte restaurant featuring nouvelle cuisine.
Vegetarians, celiacs and diabetics can ask for special dishes.
Reservations are required.
Hours subject to change.
Beach
The resort overlooks 500 meters of one of the world's best beaches, Bávaro Beach.
Bávaro beach, white sand, crystal-clear water and palm trees for shade
Towels service
Loungers and sunshades at the beach
Massages and braiding available at the Bahia Spa's gazebo on the beach (fees apply)
Beach bars
Beach activities
Pools
The resort features:
Two lake-style pools, 1.30-m deep
Children's area in the pool
Children's pool, 0.35-m deep
Towel service
Loungers and sunshades in the swimming pool area
Two bars in the pool
One bar at poolside
Water activities
Non-motorized water activities (one hour free per day):
Snorkeling
Kayaks
Sailing
Catamaran
Boogie boards
Aqua gym
Available at Additional Charge:
Fishing boat and tour
Banana boat
Jet skis
Catamaran outings
Windsurfing classes
Sailing classes
Scuba diving class (PADI)
Bars
Lobby Bar
Daily 10am-11pm.
Swim-up Bar
Daily 10am-11pm.
Beach Bar
Daily 10am-11pm.
Karaoke/Piano Bar
Daily 10am-3am.
Snack Bar
Open 24 hours.
Hours subject to change.
Spa Services
Bahía Spa offers a spectacular hydrotherapy area (water circuit), three different kinds of saunas, therapeutic sensation showers, bathtubs, Vichy shower, Scottish shower, bubble beds, cervical jets and two splendid dynamic pools. There are massage gazebos right on the beach. Couples can also enjoy exotic VIP Cabins with private Jacuzzi.
Sports
Guests may enjoy:
Bocce
Mini golf
Darts
Soccer
Basketball
Volleyball
Stretching
Gym
Aerobics
Yoga
Tennis
Paddle tennis
Ping pong
Merengue classes
Child Care
Supervised activities for children ages 4-12 are offered at the Mini-club. Daily 9am-6pm.
Babysitting service is available for additional fees.
Golf
There are five golf courses near the resort:
Punta Blanca Gold Club, 18 holes, designed by Nick Price; five minutes from the hotel.
White Sands Golf, 9 holes; 15 minutes from the hotel.
Bávaro Golf, 18 holes, par 72; 20 minutes from the hotel.
La Cana Golf Club, 18 holes, 7,152 yd; 30 minutes from the hotel.
Cocotal Golf & Country Club, 27 holes, par 72; 20 minutes from the hotel.
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 a one-category room upgrade, on request and subject to availability at time of check-in.
Terms and Conditions:
Must be within six months 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.
Wedding Services
This resort offers a variety of wedding services and packages. Please contact the hotel directly for more information.
