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You'll eat this up: Grand Palladium Palace Resort & Spa, one of 11 CheapCaribbean Noble Beach Prize Winners (2015-16), w
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You'll eat this up: Grand Palladium Palace Resort & Spa, one of 11 CheapCaribbean Noble Beach Prize Winners (2015-16), was recognized for the category of "Most Bodacious Buffet." It's one seriously tantalizing resort rock star.
"We went last July 2009, this was our first trip to the Carribean and we couldn't pick a better place to go.
ROOMS
The rooms were spacious. Ours had a jacuzzi in the room and a queen sized bed. The litt..." – JoandDan
55 out of 74 (74%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.Read All Reviews
Customer Rating
Value
3.9
Service
3.9
Beaches & Pools
4.3
Dining Options
3.6
Room Comfort
3.9
"We went last July 2009, this was our first trip to the Carribean and we couldn't pick a better place to go.
ROOMS
The rooms were spacious. Ours had a jacuzzi in the room and a queen sized bed. The litt..." – JoandDan
55 out of 74 (74%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
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September 6, 2018
mislead
We booked this trip at a Resort, Casino and Spa... The Casino portion of this is false. There is NO casino at this resort... We were mislead! We came here because it allegedly had a casino on property but it DOES NOT! Not pleased!
I loved the fact that I went with my whole family, we had a great time and the hotel is one of the best in our opinion. The service is excellent and you can make friends easily. Everything was always clean. You have many options when it comes to the buffets and restaurants. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anybody who wants to have a great time, a lot of options for food and a lot of bars.
My wife and I went as a couple and couldn't be happier with our vacation. We stayed 8 days/7 nights. The resort is very well kept and our room was clean. The food was good. The breakfast buffet had many options. It had two omelet stations, a burrito station, a pancake/crepe station. Lots of pastries and fresh fruit! The lunch buffet was good with a cook to order chef making burgers, fish, and chicken. There were many options for lunch including salad, sandwiches, hot dishes, and desserts. The dinner was good as well. We ate at almost all the restaurants except the Italian because the wait was an hour and a half. The Steakhouse and Asian restaurant was our favorite. We also made a reservation for the Japanese hibachi and it was a great experience and a good meal. We also enjoyed room service many times. The room service was a really nice feature available from 11am to 11 pm. Many of the staff members we're nice and friendly but some we're grumpy and shouldn't be working in the industry. The beaches we're absolutely beautiful but we went during what we were told was "seaweed season" and the beaches we're absolutely packed with seaweed. We we're a bit disappointed but still spent time on the beach. The resort used heavy machines to clean up the seaweed but it still washed up constantly. The free sailboat rental was a nice feature. We sailed by ourselves twice. The resort is huge if you are not a walker they offer shuttles to various parts of the resorts including the restaurants. We took a 3 hour snorkeling tour from the resort, about $50 a person, and I highly recommend it! The water in the snorkeling area was so amazingly blue green.
Now I want to mention a few negatives from our stay. The building we stayed in had many rooms that opened up to a courtyard area. The only issue with that is the doors slam every time someone opens the door and it is extremely loud. I would recommend ear plugs but it would be nice if they put a no slam feature on the hotel room doors. Another very frustrating part of the hotel is the fact that they try to sell you a time share. They are EXTREMELY pushy and don't take no for an answer. We had to get rude with them because we wouldn't go to the presentation. This is absolutely unacceptable! Another complaint was the hotel personnel trying to sell spa packages. We must have been asked over a hundred times by employees if we wanted to purchase a spa package. Also very unacceptable and annoying when we were trying to relax. The last negative is the people walking on the beach trying to sell things. They are relentless as well. Watch out when you leave the resort and go to the shopping area next door. The people in the shops are extremely pushy and almost physically make you go in their store. They are so obnoxious. The only pool we swam in was the adult pool and I feel it could have been cleaner. The water was cloudy and there was debris and hair all in the pool. I think they should clean it better.
But honestly it was a great experience overall.
Stayed that the Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa and Casino for a family reunion in August 2018.
The hotel lay-out was great but was not happy with the overall facilities. The gym at the hotel was great.....spacious and clean.
The rooms need an upgrade.....the a/c was not working and water was leaking from the shower into the room.
The beach was covered with algae and it took the hotel several days to clear it.
Very difficult to get dinner reservations for a large group of 17. The restaurants had very slow service. Also, the casino was under renovations.
Overall, we were not very happy with the hotel.
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Does the Casinos take USDollars or DRPesos7 answers
6 years, 80 months ago
Butternj
Most casinos in the DR accept both US Dollars and DR Pesos, but you would be best to check with the resort/casino directly for their policy.
KristinCC
Both
Hawgman
I believe so. The first year we went, we exchanged our USD at airport but we haven't the last two years because you don't need to. All shops and staff accept USD.
KellyL
US Dollars
georgiapeach83
US Dollars
Beachgirl53
I think it does but if not they will convert you money for you; it is a very small casino. There is a bigger casino down the street, off the resort that a taxi can take you to. iI's safe, they have security and it's open until 4am...
Chicoco
they take US dollars at the casino and at the gift shops.
Virginia22630
Does this resort serve premium alcohol or just local brands?8 answers
5 years, 70 months ago
Steve
This resort offers International and Domestic brands, but not Premium brands.
LaurenCC
Honestly, I never noticed because they have such amazing rum and every drink I had was awesome and tropical. Bartenders are amazing!
KellyL
Only for the travel club members but if you tip sometimes they will give you premium alcohol.
georgiapeach83
They have both. You just need to specify what you want
Beachgirl53
Local is included. You pay for certain brands. All wine is red/white unless you order at a-la-carte restaurant. Only local beer.
Anderson
Only local brands and no premium alcohol which was disappointing.
6901
There are premium liquors and at least at the Royal Suites did not cost extra and they weren't skimpy with them..
Rn85
they have a variety of brands
Virginia22630
Is there an adults only area to this resort8 answers
5 years, 70 months ago
Rhonda
This resort does not have an adults only area besides the Casino.
CaitlinCC
Yes, but it is separate resort called Grand Palladium Royal Suites Turquesa. You can visit all three other resort and restaurants on the property if you stay there but the other three resort visitors can't come to Royal Suites. Very quiet and peaceful but awesome swim up bar! We stayed there as a couple and also visited Grand palladium twice with our kids.
KellyL
Yes, the royal suites turquesa. Try to get a swim up room. The rooms in the back of the section are newer, but further from the main pool and beach. The 24 hour room service was nice and the restaurants on the adult side were much less crowded.
Danyelle
No, not that I found.
georgiapeach83
Yes, I believe Cheap Caribbean gives you the details
Beachgirl53
Not to my knowledge but one isn't required as there were few kids
Chicoco
Yes and it seemed very nice. However you are still part of the larger complex.
Anderson
Yes. The Royal Suites Turqueza is the adults only area and it is enforced. It is an upgrade.
Rn85
Why are there so few reviews for this resort?2 answers
5 years, 68 months ago
Arizona
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BILLCC
I am not sure but it is a nice place for a famliy to visit. We saw many families there and they appeared to be enjoying themselves. Plus it's a huge resort with many options.
Chicoco
Because the resort is lousy! The pools are falling apart-the beach location is the only saving grace! The rooms are not the same as the pictures! Just returned a week ago and all three of us are being treated for salmonella and e-coli food poisioning! Beware! Look into the Melia or Hard Rock...sorry we did not make the choice that AMEX had recommended to us!
Anderson
If im going to stay at the resort for 10 days why can i only eat 3 alacarte meals from the restaurants?2 answers
5 years, 64 months ago
sue
•Dinner in buffet or in one of the specialities restaurants, with a la carte service. (In the specialities restaurants, the dinners are limited to three dinners for one week stay and four dinners for two weeks stay). This is the general rule so that all guests can enjoy the a la carte restaurants a few times throughout their stay. There is limited availability for a la carte reservations.
AlixCC
How about...why are we not allowed to go into all of the restaurants? This is supposed to be an all inclusive!
SandTW
We specifically asked the girl at our front desk about this because we also read this on the website. She had no idea what we were talking about. They give you a little information booklet when you get there with the hours and information about the restaurants. It doesn't say anything about that in there. We only stayed 5 nights, so we only ate at a la carte restaurants 3 times, just so as not to risk it, but I don't think that it's actually true.
krich013
All inclusive drinks2 answers
Is Hennessy included as part of the all you can drink package
3 years, 46 months ago
Jersey
Imported alcohol brands can change on a weekly basis. For more information please contact the resort directly.
CaitlinCC
Nope. No henny here. At least not at any of the all inclusive resorts we've been to. Not at the Palladium in DR, Riu in Mexico nor HI in Jamaica. None of them had henny. Don't let that stop you though!
Jae23
Drinks on the Beach2 answers
Can you get drink service on the beach?
3 years, 46 months ago
HRogers
The resort does not offer wait service on the beach. There are swim up and pool bars for your convenience.
KristenCC
Yes you can.
cj1976
Dress code for women when dining2 answers
2 years, 35 months ago
Michigan
Depending on the restaurant, men should wear dress shoes, loafers or dress sandals; dress shirts with sleeves; and long pants or maybe a pair of Bermudas depending on the resort. Sleeveless shirts aren't allowed. Women can wear skirts, pants, or sundresses. Capris reside in a gray area and differ from resort to resort. No flip-flops.
TimCC
you need to have a beach cover up on for any of the buffets. Casual at the others.
Jewel75
WHAT IS THE AGE REQUIREMENT TO BE ALONE ON THE TRIP?1 answer
IM 17 I WANT TO TRAVE TO PUNTA CANA FOR MY BIRTHDAY WITH MY FRIEND FOR HER BIRTHDAY SHES TURNING 19 IM TURNING 18
2 years, 31 months ago
KAY
One must be 18 as a valid credit card may be required upon check in for possible incidentals not included in your hotel reservation. Please contact the resort directly for more information. If you have any further questions, you may contact the resort directly or call and speak to one of our Beachologists at 1-800-915-2322.
TimCC
when is Holy Week1 answer
Stated that limited motorized sports during Holy Week. What are the dates of Holy Week?
2 years, 29 months ago
Charlotte
Online it states Holy week of 2017 is April 9-15. If you have any further questions, you may contact the resort directly or call and speak to one of our Beachologists at 1-800-915-2322.
TimCC
Is there a room that can accommodate 2 adults and 3 children2 answers
2 years, 29 months ago
rungirl
Not at this resort. If you have any further questions or need help booking, please call and speak to one of our Beachologists at 1-800-915-2322.
TimCC
There are. We've stayed in the Bavarian section when my kids were younger. They have junior suites that will accommodate all of you.
pghgirl
what is minimum age to enter and to gamble at casino (might be 2 different ages) my 18 yr old wants to gamble and my 15 yr old wants to watch2 answers
1 year, 23 months ago
cleveland, ohio
They're not as strict as they are in the US with minors entering the casino. I have seen younger kids in casinos in the Caribbean but will depend on if anyone notices/cares. There probably isn't a minimal age to enter but to actually gamble is 18.
CCGreg
The casino was almost empty and closed one night. I did not see it re-open.
clearwaterguy
Does this resort have adjoining rooms2 answers
1 year, 22 months ago
Deb
We can certainly put in a request, please be advised requests are not guaranteed and they are based on availability at time of check in. If you have any further questions, you may contact the resort directly or call and speak to one of our Beachologists at 1-800-915-2322.
TimCC
No but I'm usually traveling there with family. They always put us together. This time there was a room between us but my kids are older so it's not a big deal
pghgirl
Is there an ATM on the resort?3 answers
1 year, 17 months ago
Indiana
Yes
CCGreg
I believe in the lobby
Jewel75
Yes
Bclan
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Room Information
Grand Palladium Resort & Spa features 410 comfortable rooms equipped with a fully-fitted bathroom, air-conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, safety deposit box, coffee maker, minibar (with welcome pack of drinks), Wi-Fi, and terrace or balcony.
All-inclusive beach bliss on Bavaro Beach. Those white sands, teal waters, swaying palms. Swoon.
Winner of CheapCaribbean's Noble Beach Prize for "Most Bodacious Buffet" & we confirm - it's fab.
You don't need reservations at any of the restaurants.
Five glorious pools where you can splish & splash and work on your tan lines.
Cocktail service on the beach & at the pool. Let the drinks come to you, while you sip under a palapa.
Hitting the gym, then heading to Zentropia Spa for some serious spoiling.
Activities galore for you & the fam, including a Kid's Club and a club for the teens.
What We'd Change
Given the size of the property, getting around can take some time. Give yourself a few extra minutes when using the tram/bus transportation network.
Why You Should Go
You'll be sipping beachside in a flash - the resort is approx. 30 minutes from the airport.
A coral reef is right off the shores - grab snorkel gear & underwater camera for a pic opp.
You've got privileges at the two other resorts in the Palladium Punta Cana complex. Mega bonus.
Don't miss the themed parties, dance classes, and other opps to mix n' mingle with other beach lovin' folks.
There's a shopping arcade onsite with supermarket & souvenir shop. Load up for the buds.
Buy your tourist card before you leave - saves a step at the airport so you can get beachy faster.
Available Amenities
Tour Assistance
Car Rental Available
Beach
Volleyball
Casino ($)
Babysitting/Child Care ($)
Children's Activities
Children's Pool
Concierge Services
Cribs Available on Request
Currency Exchange
Daily Maid Service
Fitness/Exercise Room
Gift Shop
Jacuzzi
Kayaks
Kids Club
Lounge Chairs/Umbrellas
Swim-Up Bar(s)
Pool Bar
Tennis Court(s)
Scuba Diving ($)
Windsurfing
Aerobics
24 Hour Front Desk
Sauna
Archery
Badminton
Basketball
Soccer
Medical Services ($)
Ping Pong
Game Room
Porter/Bellhop
Multilingual Staff
Catering
Massage ($)
Audio-Visual Equipment ($)
Fax Machine ($)
Spa ($)
Laundry Facilities
Beach Towels
Snorkeling ($)
12 Bars/Lounges
Catamarans
Dry Cleaning Services ($)
13 Restaurants
Business Services ($)
Wireless Internet
Tour Desk
Beauty Salon ($)
Swimming Pool
Freshwater Swimming Pool(s)
Banquet Facilities ($)
Nearby Excursions & Attractions
Coral Reef
Dive Shop(s)
Golf Course(s)
Horseback Riding
Medical Facilities
Motor Boat Rentals
Parasailing
Sailing
Scooter/Moped Rental
Scuba Diving
Tennis Courts
Windsurfing
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.
Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa & Casino
Playa Bavaro, Higuey, Dominican Republic
1-809-221-8149
Hotel Description
Grand Palladium Palace Resort & Spa: Noble Beach Prize Winner - Most Bodacious Buffet
Look forward to many chill hours of pool hopping, beach skipping and cocktail running - because this palatial paradise is ready for you. The swaying palm breezes only add to its beautiful beachiness, where you've got an epic amount of restaurants (the bodacious buffet is a customer fav), activities for everyone (from baby to Gram) and plenty of nooks to hideout with your favorite beach read. It's so Dominican and dreamy, you might just decide to extend your vacay.
Stay at 1 - Play at 3: Guests staying at the Grand Palladium Palace have use
of the facilities at the Grand Palladium Punta Cana and the Grand Palladium
Bavaro, excluding those of the "adults only" Royal Suites Turquesa. Only Royal
Suites guests have access to the Royal Suites facilities.
DINING
This bodacious array of food and flavors will keep your palate satisfied for your entire vacay. You'll have a tasty mix of a la carte and buffet restaurants featuring all your favs - steaks, Italian, Asian, Mediterranean, Tex Mex, Japanese and more. Gluten-free and allergy sensitive meals can also be prepared for you, and you don't need reservations at any of the restaurants. Time to dig in.
La Catedral Type: International buffet Hours: Breakfast and Dinner - daily Description: Located at the pool Samana at the Grand Palladium Bavaro. Offering
local plates, Show-Cooking and theme dinners.
El Behique Type: International buffet Description: Located at the pool Samana at the Grand Palladium
Punta Cana. Offering local plates, Show-Cooking and theme dinners.
Las Torres Type: International buffet Hours: Breakfast and Dinner - daily Description: Air-conditioned, and offering various theme
nights. Located at Grand Palladium Palace.
El Arrecife Type: International buffet Hours: Open daily for lunch Description: Located at the beach of the Grand Palladium
Bavaro, this restaurant offers International specialties a la carte, as
well as prepared in front of the guests.
El Bohio Type: International buffet Description: Located at the beach of the Grand Palladium
Palace. Offering local plates, BBQ, salad bar, snacks and ice cream.
"Chef Raffaele" Ristorante Type: Italian Hours: Dinner only Description: Located on the beach at Grand Palladium Punta
Cana.
Dress code: Men are required at dinner to wear long pants and proper
shirts (no tank tops/t-shirts).
La Parrilla Type: Steakhouse Hours: Dinner only Description: Located on the beach at Grand Palladium Punta
Cana. Dress code: Men are required at dinner to wear long pants and
proper shirts (no tank tops/t-shirts).
El Quijote Type: Spanish Description: Located at Grand Palladium Bavaro. Dress code: Men are required to wear long pants and proper
shirts (no tank tops/t-shirts).
Bamboo Type: Asian Description: Located at Grand Palladium Bavaro. Dress code: Men are required at dinner to wear long pants and
proper shirts (no tank tops/t-shirts).
La Cantina Mariachi Type: Tex-Mex Description: Located at Grand Palladium
Bavaro. Dress code: Men are required to wear long pants and proper
shirts (no tank tops/t-shirts).
MareTrattoria Nostrum Type: Italian Description: Located at the Grand
Palladium Palace. Dress code: Men are required to wear long pants and proper
shirts (no tank tops/tshirts).
Rodizio Type:Brazilian
Description: Located in the lobby of the Grand Palladium Punta Cana.
Offering a la carte Brazilian cuisine specialities.
Sumptuori Restaurant Type: Japanese Description: Located in the Grand Palladium Palace lobby and
offers a la carte dining with Japanese cuisine specialties.
All hours are subject to change.
BARS/NIGHTLIFE
Cocktails flow freely around this resort because you've got an epic amount of hangouts to choose from. From lobby to beach to your favorite little outdoor palazzo, you can sip your cocktails in style.
Caoba Lobby Bar
Lobby bar. Daily, 9am-1am
Guayacan Lobby Bar
Lobby bar. Daily, 9am-1am
Macao Lobby Bar
Lobby Bar. Daily, 9am-1am
Boca Chica Pool Bar
Swim-up bar. Daily, 10am-6pm
Saona Pool Bar
Swim-up bar. Daily, 10am-11pm
Samana Pool Bar
Swim-up bar. Daily, 10am-6pm
Barahona Pool Bar
Swim-up bar. Daily, 10am-6pm
Bavaro Amphitheatre
Theatre bar. Daily, 9pm-11pm
Punta Cana Amphitheatre
Theatre bar. Daily, 9pm-11pm
Hemingway Cocktail Bar
Cocktail bar. Daily, 5pm-midnight
Sunset Boulevard Disco
Night club. Daily, 11:15pm-2am
Sports Bar
Open 24 hours
Casino
For ages 18 and older. Daily, 10am-3am
BEACHES AND POOLS
The pool scene is hoppin' here - you've got five to dip into, one with kid-free waters, and all offer bars for plenty of day drinking. But the cocktail umbrella on this palatial-sized sand castle - Bavaro Beach is mesmerizingly gorgeous. Head to the nearest palapa and start chillaxing.
SPORTS/ACTIVITIES
Water
Sailing
Water gym
Water polo
Windsurfing
Hobby-catamaran
Kayaking
Land
Tennis
Fitness center
Basketball
Soccer
Volleyball
Aerobics
Golf
The 18-hole golf course at Barcelo Bavaro Beach Resort is next to and a very
short drive from the Grand Palladium Palace Resort.
INTERNET
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the lobby and in the guestrooms.
SPA SERVICES
The Spa is located on the beachfront with a gym, sauna, jacuzzi, and steam
baths. Guests may use the wet areas of the spa for a fee or have the fee waived by booking a spa appointment. Beauty treatments and massage are available for an extra charge. Spa services are available to guests 18 years old or older. Open daily 9am-8pm.
Access to hydrotherapy circuit
Gym
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Vapor baths
Healthy bar: 4 different snacks, almonds and fruits; juice therapy (10 different, 100% natural juices), teas and Nespresso coffee machine.
*Please note: A charge of $35 usd per person/per day is required for wet areas in the SPA at Grand Palladium.
WEDDING/HONEYMOON
Honeymoon packages are available, and they include complimentary gifts and a
voucher for a romantic a la carte dinner. Please contact the resort directly
for more information.
CHILD CARE
The kids' club offers entertainment and activities for younger guests.
Babysitting and child care is also available for an additional charge.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Location Grand Palladium Palace Resort & Spa is located 12.5 miles from the
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ).
Check In/Check Out Check-in: 3:00 pm. Check-out: 12:00 pm.
A valid credit card may be required upon check in for possible incidentals not
included in your hotel reservation.
Spring Break/Youth Policy
Policy for Spring Breakers or Student Groups: Palladium Hotel Group does not accept these type of groups at any time of the year, regardless of their age and whether or not they are escorted. At Palladium Hotel Group we reserve the right to withhold admission should any of these groups make a reservation and come to stay at one of the resorts. Official photo ID and full stay deposit will be required at check-in if it is obvious that the group is made up of students traveling together. Guests will be removed from property in the case of any disturbance or complaint from other guests or hotel staff.
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.
Non-Smoking Policy
All air-conditioned A La Carte restaurants at the Grand Palladium Resorts in
Punta Cana, Riviera Maya and Puerto Vallarta operate as non-smoking facilities.
Smoking sections remain available at the open-air restaurants.
Resort Update
Please note, The Casino Kaviar at Grand Palladium Palace is currently closed for renovations. At this time, there is no specific reopening date. Palladium is offering a free shuttle service daily to the Casino Kaviar Cabeza de Toro at 9:00PM and 11:00PM with a return from 11:00PM to 2:00AM. This is approximately 20 minutes from the hotel and includes free access to the Kaviar Disco and premium open bar.
All hours, fees, amenities, information and services are subject to change
without notice.
