Barcelo Bavaro Palace - All Inclusive

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  Theft at the Resort

  Theft during stay – jewelry and cash stolen I am writing this review to warn other travelers. During our vacation at the end of November, I discovered that my jewelry was stolen from my hotel room. Recently I also learnt, my friends who were traveling different times also discovered that cash had been stolen from their room safe. In the case of the safe, there were no signs of forced entry, which is extremely concerning. The fact that both jewelry and cash were stolen, affecting more than one room, strongly suggests that this was not an isolated incident. If you feel sorry for those people working in 3rd world countries, don't. They will scam and steal. I contacted the hotel directly, and my friends did as well. There was no response, no investigation, and no follow-up. Nothing was done. Posting a generic reply now does not change that reality and does not reflect genuine concern. These are empty words, and I am clarifying this publicly so future guests understand how situations like this are actually handled.

  Dec 20, 2025
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  5 Star Resort at a 3 star value!!!

  We just returned from an incredible stay at the Barceló Bávaro Palace. Booking the Premium Level was the best decision we made—it gave us unlimited access to the à la carte restaurants, which were a major step up from the buffet. The Hibachi and French restaurants were our personal favorites. Our Oceanfront Panoramic Suite had a stunning view and a private hot tub on the terrace that we used every night. The beach is truly world-class with crystal-clear water. If you want a seamless experience, definitely go for the Premium upgrade! The grounds and the beach at Barceló Bávaro are 10/10—easily some of the best water I’ve seen in the Caribbean. However, the resort is massive, so be prepared to walk or wait for the internal train. The food was a bit hit-or-miss; the buffet can get repetitive, so I highly recommend booking your dinner reservations as early as possible. If you are coming for the beach, you won't be disappointed. Bávaro Beach is pristine and perfect for long walks. The resort has plenty of pools (including a semi-Olympic one) and great nightlife with the casino and theater shows. We stayed in a Suite and loved the extra space. It’s a busy resort, but there is always something to do!

  Dec 19, 2025
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  Family Vacay

  The hotel is absolutely beautiful. Our room was amazing. The beach is beautiful. The restaurants are good. On the other hand. The women are hateful and the men are only friendly with a large tip. The front desk people are not friendly patient nor care for your wants. We came as a family and they would not put us remotely close to each other. Check out was terrible and we almost lost our ride that was paid for to the airport. We had a wonderful time but they really need to work on their customer service skills.

  Dec 18, 2025
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  Another amazing Barcello getaway

  This is an updated review from my previous one a few years ago, we’ve been coming to this hotel for many years the food and cleanliness of the hotel has improved. It seems like the hotel is timeless since it’s been renovated in 2012 thanks to management and the Barcelo team they kept the grounds and Beach perfect special thx to Nikolai for taking care of us for all these years,also Lisa at premium lounge for making it all happen smoothly and professionally. Also, the managers at the Spanish and French restaurants they were amazing. Can’t forget the maid Elisa who kept our room, clean and tidy looking forward to seeing you guys next year

  Dec 18, 2025
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  Perfect vacation in Dominican Republic

  The resort has a perfect location and very well-organized transportation to and from Punta Cana airport. The facilities are spotless, with excellent room service and very clean rooms. The buffet food was wonderful, with a great variety of vegetables and fruits, and we especially enjoyed the different types of smoothies. The best restaurant experience we had was at La Dolce Vita, the Italian restaurant — the food there was outstanding. The beach and water were amazing, and every morning after strong winds or rain, the staff worked hard to clean the beach for guests, which we really appreciated. The rooms were very comfortable, each with a hot tub on the balcony. The long covered arcade walkway between buildings was extremely convenient during rainy weather. The resort offered plenty of activities during the day and in the evenings. We tried snorkeling and surfboarding for the first time, and it was a great experience. We highly recommend this resort for families and groups of friends.

  Dec 17, 2025