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Ready to kick back and catch some rays? Whether you're alone, with someone
special or taking the kids for the time of their lives, the Dominican
Republic's beachfront Melia Caribe Tropical has an all inclusive package that
dazzles the senses with a whopping 13 restaurants and 10 bars. So spoil
yourself with a resort so nice, they give everything to you twice: theatres,
pools and spas!
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"The resort was very nice but splurging for the Royal Service made all the difference. Definitely a must. Staff was very friendly and accomodating." – Stitesklan
128 out of 147 (87%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.Read All Reviews
"The resort was very nice but splurging for the Royal Service made all the difference. Definitely a must. Staff was very friendly and accomodating." – Stitesklan
128 out of 147 (87%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.Read All Reviews
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May 14, 2013
Girls Trip
This was a great trip. We stay at the Melia Caribe for a week and this was one of the best vacation we had. The food was delicious our favorite was the the Dominican Restaurant and all the deserts were incredibles. The service was excellent everyone was very friendly and took care of us very well. We loved the beach and the pool. The rooms were very clean and very confortable. Also we enjoy shooping at the mall near the hotel with all the high end brands. Also we did the tour to Higuey we enjoy so much. It was a fun atmosphere but at the same time good to rest and relax. The only negative about the hotel is that everything is far away but they have a little train and golf cars that goes around all the time. Also on Friday night was kind of boring becuase the entreteinment was not that good. But overall we had a great time but defenetly we come back.
Had a wonderful time at the Cabrie stayed right by the pool near the ocean/beach. Service is exceptional, language barrier can be a challenge at times but easy enough to get your point/questions across. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and well maintained. I would go back and wish we were still there just got back on May 5th 2013. Buffets are fair for the most part, the Restaurants are so beautifully decorated and the food was pretty good to at least the ones we were able to go to. The alcohol is not quite top shelf and seamed to be watered down when we tried a shot. The rooms were comfortable and the cleaning staff awesome. Don't be discouraged when you first arrive and your room seems musty just click on the air and turn on your fans, hit the pool have some drinks and everything turns out just fine.
Super clean property! We were in building 29, close to pool but had to tram or walk a bit to most restaurants. Maid service was very inconsistent. Tour operators and Melia time share staff unnecessarily aggressive. Nipped that in the bud quickly. Beach well groomed, great varity of food, good drinks, beautiful pool, and cool wildlife, especially birds, all over the property.
From:West Bloomfield, mi Age:35-44 Travel:1-2 trips/year
May 6, 2013
Great time
A great time at the resort. Loved the landscaping and the room was fabulous. The issue me and my wife had was the insistence of the staff for us to do a tour of their rooms for club members. We were approached several times and we were on vacation. We did eventually go to the one and a half hour presentation, and we didn't accept the offer to buy a time share. Thelma did a great job on our room cleaning it with bleach in the restrooms. Loved the pools and the Italian,Hokkaido, and the American Grill restaurants had great food and service. Washington at the Hokkaido was great. Suggestion touch up on your Spanish speaking skills as my wife and I are definitely looking to go back to the resort.
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How difficult is to make reservatios in A La Carte restaurants?11 answers
There are hotels where is very difficult to make those reservations, unless you pay for "Special Services".
1 year, 18 months ago
New Silv
There are a number of a la carte restaurants which should make it easy to make dinner reservations. Some restaurants let you make reservations for your entire stay at one time, while for others you must make reservations the day of. You are best to check directly with the resort for their specific rules at the time of your stay.
KristinCC
I didn't have any trouble, just call the reservations number, be flexable with what time you want to eat. Most people eat later so if you eat a little earlier you shouldn't have trouble. I never got turned down because I didn't pay for special services. If one is booked ask about the others and whats available, they will tell you.
mortimer
It was easy to make reservation in A La Carter restaurants.
DRQBUI
Yes it was difficult. It was hard to get a hold of anyone. If you were lucky enough to talk to a person, then the chosen restaurant is closed. You also have to pay $30 extra for Japanese food or $35 for steak. What kind of "inclusive" is this?
namphu
Not a problem except that not all restaurants are open every day.
Making reservations just requires a phone call every two days since one may make reservations two days in advance.
herbk1
It not was dificult
vacaciones
I didn't find it difficult at all! Actually, I made reservations rather easily, but had to cancel due to time constraints with my excursions.
Exquisite
It was not at all
SEXII35
We had Royal Service so it was easy to make reservations.
Canarybo
I would definitely suggest making the reservations the night before....otherwise your stuck with the buffets.
Honeymooner1987
difficult!
Ern3817
Are there swimup bars available to everyone, not just people in Gabi.6 answers
12 months ago
Terrie
The swim up bars are available to all guests staying at the Melia Caribe Tropical.
MeganCC
There are two swim up bars, one at each pool at the Melia Caribe. My husband and I thought they were a little small and they played really loud music (I think they were playing a CD because it kept skipping). It was not very enjoyable to us when we just wanted to have drinks and relax by the pool.
IndianaFamily
Yes all three pools have a swim up bars
MrNobody
The Gabi pool was down for maintenance during our trip, so we used the beachside main pool and it has a very nice swimup bar.
CalifornaTravellers
Yes, there's a swimup bar available
LadyCapri
yes 1 bar in each pool
jmischel
Do they have bikes and catamaran?5 answers
What water sports they have? do they have catamaran or bikes?
11 months ago
florida
Non-motorized water sports are available as part of the all-inclusive package and include kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing, water bikes, snorkeling, sunfish sailing and diving lessons.
MeganCC
They have kayaking, wind surfing, catamarans, canoes, paddle boats,snorkeling to use but no fins. And you can test scuba diving in the pool. We took a excursion snuba diving,speed boat and snorkel that was great. You have to take a course once before you use the catamaran or windsurfing. They do not have any bikes on the property. If you do any excursions, you can always wheel and deal with them..
puntagotit
They have all kinds of things going on the beach, the people will bug you regarding trying to do something. I don't recall any bikes but airplanes, speedboats, sailing etc.
MrNobody
The hotel description stated "non motorized watersports available" but to be honest we couldn't find anything offered besides the optional excursions. We took the Catalina Island snorkeling trip and the powerboat/snorkel/SNUBA trip and enjoyed them. There were number of other aquatic excursions available from $79-149 per person.
CalifornaTravellers
I saw various boats: kayaks, sailboats, small catamaran but no bikes. Bikes would have been nice considering the long walks between areas of the resort.
BFDM
Is seaweed on the beach all year round?6 answers
I read reviews regarding the beach being dirty with seaweed, is this problem year round? does maintenance cleans daily?
11 months ago
florida
We do not have any reports on file from our clients pertaining to this information.
MariaCC
Yes this is true but the staff tries to clean it everyday. They were racking it up everyday we were there, it's still nice
MrNobody
Seaweed kind of comes and gos of it's own accord. There was som present during our trip but I saw them driving a sand cleaner in the morning before folks arrive to do what they can. Expect to see a little bit of grass like seaweed at the high water mark but the lounging areas are ket very clean.
CalifornaTravellers
No, didn't see ANY seaweed on the beaches.
LadyCapri
it was def dirty and brown and fiull of seaweed when we were there 1st week dec. and we were told it always looks like that
jmischel
They had a large crew cleaning it daily. The beach was beautiful.
Anonymous
Room Views4 answers
Which rooms/suites at the Melia Caribe Tropical have an ocean view? Can you show me more pictures of the room and room views? Is there a place I can go to view more room photos?
Thanks, Claire
10 months ago
Tennessee
In answering the first of your questions, CheapCaribbean.com has it on good authority (we reached out to the Melia Caribe Tropical itself) that there are no room types that have what might be defined as an ocean view. We're told that this is chiefly due to the overall layout of the resort which according to resort management only has one villa close to the beach and even that doesn't offer ocean views.
With regards to additional pictures of the room types, check out the resort website: http://www.meliacaribetropical.com and click on 'ROOMS & SUITES' to get the drop down box of the different room types. Just be advised that while pictures are different than what you would see on the CheapCaribbean.com website for the same room type, they only offer one picture per room category.
ChrisCC
The layout of the Melia Caribe Tropical does not allow for a true Ocean View from any room category. However, for the closest rooms to the beach and pool areas, you would want to book in the Royal Beach Junior Suite category.
KateHCC
VILLA'S STARTING WITH THE #36 - FOR EXAMPLE 3604-3608 ARE RIGHT ACROSS FROM THE OCEAN
Doobie1
none of the rooms are oceanview
nbw12
none of the rooms have an ocean front view. all you see is the grounds of resort, which are nicley kept. but you have to wak to the beach and depending on where your room is it could be a 10 min walk. the pool areas and buffets are the closest thing to the beach
jmischel
Is the nightlife good?5 answers
I am looking to book a trip for a week with all of my friends from college. We just graduated and we want to go away but want the resort we choose to have a "happening" night life. Is there a disco and sports bar that are open late every night?
9 months ago
sdee
There are two theaters present nightly shows featuring the resort's exceptionally talented dancers. The Avenue Bar has a weekly Ibiza party. Club Gabi has nightly entertainment, including live music and DJs.
The casino offers 40 slot machines, six Black Jack tables, four roulette tables and two Caribbean-poker tables
There are also 4 bars and lounges open until 2am (hours subject to change)
KristenCC
yes but they close at 0200. Each bar shuts down at different times. The casnio is open till 0300 and food is always open till 0600. The disco is opened till 0200
MrNobody
There is a disco but no sports bar. I could hear the disco from my balcony still going at midnight when I turned in, I assume it is open until 2. I walked by several times at 10 or so and stuck my head it to find it empty.
Maybe it is because we were there in the off season, but I would not use the word "happening" in association with this resort. It is not a spring break vibe kind of place. My 18 year old daughter, however, was asked by staff on several occasions if she wanted to go partying with the locals...there might be a hotspot at one of the adjacent properties you could walk to.
CalifornaTravellers
everything closes at 12
nbw12
Yes, there are places to party all over the resort
LadyCapri
What kind of honeymoon packages does this resort offer?2 answers
Me and my fiance want to go to this resort for our honeymoon in june and I was wondering if they do anything special for the couple like most resorts?
6 months ago
U.S.A
According to the resort's website, "For marrying couples or those celebrating their vow renewal ceremony, the resort offers two beautiful gazebos, one located by the ocean front and the other adorned with Romanesque columns and murals. Meliá Caribe Tropical’s wedding specialists will guide you, every step of the way with planning details in preparation for your memorable day." The link for Romance Packages by Melia is http://www.melia-hotels.com/romance/resort-hoteles.php. To contact the resort directly, the email address listed on their website is asistente.bodas.melia.caribe@meliacaribetropical.com.
MariaCC
The Melia Caribe Tropical offers a variety of Honeymoon packages. You will want to contact the resort directly for further for more information.
KateHCC
When does the Caribe side reopen?5 answers
6 months ago
Virginia, USA
The Caribe side is currently closed for renovations. We currently do not have any new information as to when it will reopen.
KateHCC
It's open. We stayed in building 12.
knip
we were just there dec 4 and 1 side of resort was completely closed still
jmischel
Reopened December 12th. Looked great.
BFDM
I just stayed there...more adult than the Tropicale side. All villas were being used as far as I could see....
Misti
Is the casino on location..and how easy is it for seniors to walk around7 answers
6 months ago
ottawa canada
The casino is on property and offers 40 slot machines, six Black Jack tables, four roulette tables and two Caribbean-poker tables.
This resort is large. There are complimentary shuttles that take guests around the resort. These amenities are subject to change.
KellyCC
Yes. very easy to walk around. In the main lobby.
KingCaribbean
There is a train to take you around so make sure they put you in a building close to the train stop. Building 24 is the best. Next to train stop, buffet, beach and pool. only need train for dinner and casino. The Capri and La Maison restaurants are closest to the casino.
knip
the resort is huge. it is a 15 min walk from main lobby to the beach. there is a train that goes around resort but u have to just wait for it and it goes slow
jmischel
Casino is right on location, next to the check-in lobby, and auditorium for nightly shows. The casino has a few slot machines, a bar with TV's, and 8 or so tables. Roulette, blackjack, Caribbean stud and a table for weekly no limit hold em.
Resort is not walk around friendly. You will need to likely rely on the trains to take you from various locations. They are quick though.
BFDM
Yes, the casino is next to one of the lobbies.
It is easy to walk around. The resort is huge, so plan on getting on the train they always have going, or catch a ride on one of the many golf carts.
Anonymous
Te Casino is located in the main lobby area and there is always transportation available without little wait.
mpunk
when buying excursions2 answers
when buying excursions off website it adds the total party. What if i want to just do 1 or 2 of the party instead of 4? Also is it just as cheap to just buy excursions when i get there?
6 months ago
want2go2caribo
If only part of your group wants to take the intended tour, please call our office to add that tour so we can book it only for the intended participants.
If you purchase airport transfers, Olympus tours will greet you at the airport to take you to the hotel. They will likely schedule a meeting you within the first day or so. They will give you a welcome packet that will include tours, excursions and local information. This rep may not be in the hotel daily but should have a regular schedule to provide to you. This rep will be able to assist you with any tours or activities off property. We would recommend only using services provided by hotel or Olympus so you don’t have any unexpected surprises with services.
KellyCC
we only did 2 people and we booked after we arrived at the resort, was actually cheaper than booking ahead.
basketgirl
What is the best hotel for a wedding ?? Are there fees for dining/ bevrages in addition to being all inclusive?3 answers
4 months ago
WI
The best resort for a wedding completely depends on what exactly you are looking for in a wedding, whether you want an adults-only resort or if there will be children attending, the ambiance you are seeking etc.
Most all-inclusives include all meals, drinks and snacks as part of the all-inclusive plan, however there are resorts that do charge extra for certain meals, certain restaurants, etc. You would be best to check the information for the specific resort you are interested in for the most up to date information regarding all-inclusive plans.
KristinCC
Do NOT go to this hotel!!!
ElSanJuanFan
I know nothing about the details of planning a wedding at the Melia Tropical, but the resort offers many beautiful sites for a ceremony and the staff is the best.
mpunk
how much does the royal service cost and is it worth it, havent gone on trip yet and it says might not get to eat at all the resteraunts4 answers
costs
is it worth it
i thought all inclusive means everything, not paying for some of the resteraunts and services
2 months ago
hungry
We recommend that, to take full advantage of your vacation, you book the Royal Service--this is, essentially, the Melia's VIP section. You would have access to:
Royal Service exclusive benefits:
* Access to private pool at Gabi Beach (Restaurant, bar, lounge, solarium and snacks)
* Access to private beach with beach concierge service
* Private transportation to the private beach area
* Access to Royal Service lounge offering: Daily continental breakfast, free Internet access, all-day coffee & tea service, premium-branded beverages and liquors, special chef selection of hors d'oeuvres throughout the day, butler and concierge assistant services
* Room service
* Access to "The Gabi Club" exclusive club with restaurant, poolbar and entertainment in a chic but casual, fashion-forward, chill-out ambiance.
LaurenCC
Just got back. The food was delicious if you get in to the restaurant of your choice. With kids, its very hard to plan a day in advance. I wanted to plan day by day, but then I couldn't get in to my choice of restaurant. I was lucky I had the royal service so I always could eat at the Gabi restaurant, there was room and it was a nice sit down dinner. However, the service was not always consistent. It depended on your waiter. Some days it was great, others it was horrible. Also, 2 restaurants charge you extra. If you want japanese or lobster, those restaurants charge you an extra fee. I paid enough, I refused to pay more.
soccermom1426
We upgraded for $620.00 onsite. The price depends on how many RS rooms are available. I thought it was worth it, but we did eat at pretty much all the al-carte places anyways. The Gabi, which is included in the upgrade has ribeyes and lobster on the menu!! We went to the Gabi for lunch and breakfast every day.
ebrown0884
Defenetly the royal service it is worthy. You get VIP treatment and you can eat at all the restaurant. At the Gabby you can eat lobster and steaks and don't have to pay extra. The only restaurant you have to pay to eat at is the Japanese restaurant, but with so much food we didn't miss it. Also you get international drinks and private pool and beach.n
ElizabethNJ
Is the beach calm for swimming, and is the snorkelling good on site?5 answers
1 month ago
Buffalo, NY
The hotel sits along a white-sand beach on the Dominican Republic's eastern tip.
CaitlinCC
The beach is calm for swimming there was only one day where the water was slightly rough. Did not do the snorkeling on site.
Alli
Beach is great for swimming because there are natural wave breakers
Chanoc
No
Big39
Not calm enough for snorkeling as the Atlantic has more waves than the Caribbean.
Misti
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Room Information
Melia Caribe Tropical features 1,128 guest suites in 44 two-story white bungalows surrounded by tropical gardens and tall palm trees and trams shuttle guests around the resort. The rooms feature a separate sitting area set off by an arch and furnished with a couch and an upholstered chair and stool. They are also equipped with air conditioning, hair dryer, in-room safe ($), internet access ($) available in some rooms and buildings, direct dial telephone, ceiling fan, cable TV, mini bar and balcony or terrace. Rollaway beds are not available.
This place is beautiful, and with 13 restaurants and 10 bars, you have the chance to try something new for every meal of your stay.
What We'd Change
It might be gorgeous, but this place is huge! That's why we love the complimentary shuttles that take guests around the resort.
Why You Should Go
From tons of food options to 10 pools and Flintstones Land, the Melia Caribe Tropical is a resort with a two somethings for everyone.
Available Amenities
Tour Assistance
Car Rental Available
Business Center ($)
Casino ($)
Babysitting/Child Care ($)
Children's Activities
Children's Pool
Concierge Services
Fitness/Exercise Room
Gift Shop
Golf Course ($)
Jacuzzi
Kayaks
Kids Club
Nightly Entertainment
Playground
Snorkeling
Swim-Up Bar(s)
Internet Access ($)
Swimming Pool(s)
Tennis Court(s)
Shuttle Service
Windsurfing
Sailing
24 Hour Front Desk
24 Hour All-Inclusive
Sauna
Steam Room
Parking
Archery
Medical Services ($)
Game Room
Scooter/Motorcycle Rental
Arcade
Porter/Bellhop
Multilingual Staff
Massage ($)
Canoes
Spa ($)
Conference Facilities ($)
Yoga
Wedding Services ($)
15 Restaurants
14 Bars/Lounges
Beach Volleyball
Wireless Internet Access ($)
Introductory Scuba Lesson
Banquet Facilities ($)
Nearby Excursions & Attractions
Fishing
Sailing
Scuba Diving
Shopping
Water-Skiing
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.
Melia Caribe Tropical
Playa de Bavaro
+809 221 1290
Hotel Description
Melia Caribe Tropical: There's Plenty of Food and Fun for the Family
Ready to kick back and catch some rays? Whether you're alone, with someone
special or taking the kids for the time of their lives, the Dominican
Republic's beachfront Melia Caribe Tropical has an all inclusive package that
dazzles the senses with a whopping 13 restaurants and 10 bars. So spoil
yourself with a resort so nice, they give everything to you twice: theatres,
pools and spas!
Two gigantic, free-form pools, each with a swim-up bar so you can grab a
cerveza in style, dominate this resort with a total of 10 swimming options,
including two pools just for kids. After you've toweled off, 13 restaurants
offer a worldwide taste tour: from French bouillabaisse at Ma Maison and
Japanese unagi rolls at Hokkaido, to Thai coconut soup at La Pagoda and
cheeseburgers at the American Grill. Spend the evening taking in a live music
or dance extravaganza at the theatres, or head to the Avenue Bar for the weekly
Ibiza party.
The food and fun doesn't end for the little ones; Melia Caribe has a
top-notch, Flintstones-themed kids' club that gives kids a resort experience
all their own, from mini check-ins to mini buffets and dino dances. While the
kids live it up, it's time for you to give those all inclusive water activities
a workout: kayak, canoe, windsurf or take a water bike out. When you've had
your fill of fun, relax in the hot, cedar-wood sauna or let the tension melt
away during an outdoor massage while listening to the waves.
In addition to the all inclusive deal, the resort offers an ultra-exclusive
Royal Service upgrade twith luxury amenities and service, along with access to
a private VIP lounge, pool, beach and the chic Club Gabi for drinks and dinner.
For the royal treatment, we love the Royal Service Master Suite and its in-room
Jacuzzi. For families, the Family Junior Suite has one king or two double beds,
a sleeper sofa and a duplex or bunk bed so everyone has enough space to catch
their Zzzs.
This hotel is All-Inclusive.
Features include:
Unlimited food and drink
Dominican and imported-alcoholic beverages
House wine and sparkling wine with dinner
All resort activities, entertainment and facilities
Shuttle to golf course
Supervised children's club (ages 5-12)
Taxes and gratuities
Royal Service exclusive benefits:
Access to private pool at Gabi Beach (Restaurant, bar, lounge, solarium
and snacks)
Access to private beach with beach concierge service
Private transportation to the private beach area
Access to Royal Service lounge offering: Daily continental breakfast,
free Internet access, all-day coffee & tea service, premium-branded
beverages and liquors, special chef selection of hors d'oeuvres throughout
the day, butler and concierge assistant services
Room service
Access to "The Gabi Club" exclusive club with restaurant, poolbar and
entertainment in a chic but casual, fashion-forward, chill-out
ambiance.
DINING
This hotel includes unlimited food and drinks, but some dining restrictions may
apply. Please check with the front desk for details.
La Gondola Type: Italian Hours: Daily, 6pm-11pm Description: A la carte Italian restaurant serving first class dishes
including meats, fish, pasta and pizza.
La Pagoda Type: Chinese Hours: Daily, 6pm-11pm Description: This Chinese dinner restaurant specializes in popular a la
carte choices such as Peking duck and wonton soup. Reservations are required.
Dress code: Elegant casual
Gabi Restaurant Type: International Hours: Breakfast - daily, 6:30am-11am; Lunch - daily, 12:30pm-4pm;
6pm-11pm Description: Exclusive restaurant for Royal Serive guests where you can
enjoy a fantastic buffet or a la carte cuisine. Dress code: Elegant casual
Le Gourmet Type: Fine dining Hours: Daily, 6pm-11pm Description: Serving international favorites, such as tuna in dill sauce
and duck in orange sauce, Le Gourmet offers fine dining. Reservations are
required. Dress code: Elegant casual
Hacienda Restaurant Type: Mexican Hours: Daily, 6pm-11pm Description: A la carte restaurant specializing in Mexcan cusine.
American Grill Type: American Hours: Daily, 6-11pm Description: Open nightly serving a delicious variety of American
dishes. Reservations required. Dress code: Men must wear long pants. No shorts, sandals, or
tank tops.
Guarapo Type: Dominican Hours: Daily, 6pm-11pm Description: Offering a la carte Dominican dishes nightly. Reservations
are required. Dress code: Elegant casual
Ma Maison Type: Elegant Hours: Daily, 6-11pm Description: This a la carte dinner restaurant specializes in fine
dining with dishes such as lobster thermidor and beef filet in sour cream and
cognac. Reservations are required. Dress code: Elegant casual
Capri Type: Seafood Hours: Daily, 6pm-11pm Description: Food from the sea, such as seafood crepes and grilled
shellfish, is the attraction here. Reservation are required. Dress code: Elegant casual
Hokkaido Type: Japanese Hours: Daily, 6pm-9pm Description: This lovely Japanese venue features teppanyaki dinners,
with guests seated around grills while chefs cook to order. Reservations are
required. Additional charges apply. Dress code: Elegant casual
Turey Grill Type: Buffet Hours: Breakfast - daily, 7am-11am; Lunch - daily, 12:30pm-3:30pm;
Snacks - daily, 11:30am-6pm Description: This beachfront place serves buffets and grilled foods,
such as burgers and chicken, all afternoon. Twice weekly, theme-dinner buffets
are laid out, including Tex-Mex and Dominican, accompanied by a folkloric show.
Dress code: Elegant casual
Agora Grill
Type: Grill Hours: Breakfast - daily, 7am-11am; Lunch - daily, 12:30pm-3:30pm; Snack
- daily, 11:30am-6pm Description: Agora Grill is located on the beach and serves breakfast
and lunch buffets and grilled foods, such as burgers and chicken. In the
evenings, it becomes an a la carte, Western-style barbecue and steak
destination with terrace seating and no dress code. Reservations are required
for dinner.
Steak and Lobster Restaurant Type: Seafood Hours: Daily, 6pm-11pm Description: Specializing in grilled meats and lobster. Dress code: Elegant casual
Los Cocos Restaurant Type: International Hours: Daily, noon-8pm Description: Enjoy excellent meat and shellfish dishes plus a wide
selections of exotic drinks. Dress code: Elegant casual
All hours are subject to change.
BARS/NIGHTLIFE
Square Lounge
Offering fashionable cocktails and select international brand drinks. Daily,
4pm-12am.
Lobby Bars
Two bars are located in the Caribe and Tropical lobbies. The Caribe bar is open
daily from 9am-1am, and the Tropical bar is open daily from
9am-5pm.
Fun Bar
An additional bar in the Tropical lobby. Daily, 8pm-2am.
The Sports Bar
Adjacent to the casino. Daily, 7pm-2am.
Avenue Bar
Hosts a weekly Ibiza party. Daily, 4:30pm-12am.
Pool Bars
Each of the two large pools has a swim-up bar. Daily,
9am-7pm.
Royal Service Beach Bar
This bar is only available to Royal Service area, and serves drinks. Daily,
10am-6pm.
Royal Service Lounge Bar
Located in the exclusive Royal Service lounge area. Also serves a light
continental breakfast in the morning and coffee, beverages, and hors d'oeurves
throughout the day. Daily, 7am-11pm.
Gabi Club
The exclusive chill-out club, a la carte contemporary Cuisine for Royal Service
guests only, features chic but casual elegance where bar, restaurant and pool
come together in a unique harmony. Every day and every night people come to
mingle, to meet, feel the beat. Have a drink. Catch the groove. And experience
new emotions in a fashion-forward ambiance. Gabo Club beat. drink. groove.
Additional charge applies. Serves drink daily from 12:30pm-4pm, and also during
the nightly dinner service.
Dress code: Men must wear long pants. No shorts, sandals, or tank tops.
Night Life
Two theaters present nightly shows featuring the resort's exceptionally
talented dancers. The Avenue Bar has a weekly Ibiza party. Club Gabi has
nightly entertainment, including live music and DJs.
Casinos The casino offers 40 slot machines, six Black Jack tables, four
roulette tables and two Caribbean-poker tables.
BEACH
The hotel sits along a white-sand beach on the Dominican Republic's eastern
tip.
POOLS
Ten pools, including two large free-form pools containing 12-person, cool-water
spas, two activity pools and two children's pools. The large free-form pools
(Caribe and Tropical) both have swim-up bars.
SPORTS/ACTIVITIES
Water
Kayaking
Canoeing
Windsurfing
Water bikes
Snorkeling
Sunfish sailing
Diving lessons
Land
Fitness center
Tennis
Climbing wall
Golf
A world-class golf course is right across the street. The 27-hole,
world-class championship golf course Cocotal Golf & Country Club, is right
across the street. Tickets must be requested upon arrival at registration area.
A shuttle to the golf course is available.
INTERNET
Melia Caribe features a business center with Internet access and Wi-Fi public
areas.
SPA SERVICES
Two spas available with sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and gym are available as
part of the all inclusive package. Each of the spas also includes a private
garden and outdoor pool and Jacuzzi areas. These pools offer topless bathing
for those trying to avoid tan lines. Additional massage, body and facial
treatments as well as a full beauty salon are also available for an extra cost.
WEDDING/HONEYMOON
Melia Caribe Tropical offers a variety of wedding, honeymoon and anniversary
packages.
CHILD CARE
The hotel's Flintstones Land has daily activities and meals for children. Kid's
Clubs are available for age groups ranging from infants and toddlers through
kids and tweens from 10am-5pm. Parents must provide diapers and formula for
children in the Baby Rock Club (4 months to 4 years old).
The Flintstones have found the perfect place for their holidays: they are
staying with your family. Your kids can explore the Yabba-Dabba-Doo bazaar,
gardens and swimming pools just like those Fred, Wilma, Barney and Betty
enjoyed.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Location
Melia Caribe is located on the beach 15 minutes from Plaza Bavaro (shopping),
20 minutes from Manati Park (eco-park with dolphin encounters) and 60 minutes
from Higuey. The Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) is approximately a
20-minute drive from the resort.
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.
Minimum Stay
A 4-night minimum stay is required for arrivals Feb 13-19, 2013 and Mar 24-31,
2013.
A 5-night minimum stay is required for arrivals Dec 25, 2013-Jan 2, 2013.
Holy Week 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.
Water Advisory
The resort purifies water but recommends drinking bottled water provided in a
refrigerator.
Local Attractions
A new shopping center, Palma Real Shopping Village, has just recently opened,
with great restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Stores have everything from
cigars, clothing, gifts, jewelry and more, including a Hard Rock Cafe and a
Tony Roma's. And it's all within walking distance from the resort. Everyone
strolls miles-long Bavaro Beach, from which glass-bottom boats, disco-party
boats and snorkeling excursions depart, though they're not part of the all
inclusive plan.
All hours, fees, amenities, information and services are subject to change
without notice.
ElizabethNJ
