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This hotel is ideally located on the pristine, palm fringed beach of Punta Cana. All of the personnel are already waiting to make you enjoy its extraordinary world of all-inclusive Iberostar. Find specialties restaurants from many parts of the globe, elegant or informal ambiances, refined or simple drinks. Feel hungry at a very late (or very early) hour?? No problem, there always is something to eat. Experience first class offerings and enjoy endless details.
The expansive Iberostar Bavaro Resort complex includes Iberostar Bavaro, Iberostar Dominicana and Iberostar Punta Cana, with all facilities available to guests of each hotel. The complex consists of the main building, surrounded by 74 two-story bungalows, each with eight apartments. There is a delightful variety of specialty restaurants featuring international cuisine, including Japanese and Mediterranean and even a steakhouse, as well as numerous bars. The resort also boasts a spa, fitness center, expansive pool area with bar adjacent to the beach and entertainment center. The nearby shopping complex includes a nightclub, casino, internet cafe, pharmacy, bank and Star Rock Cafe, which serves American fare.
The resort boasts 588 elegant and spacious junior suites. A comfortable living area with fold-out sofa leads into the bedroom, which is available with one double bed or two twin beds. All guestrooms have private baths and showers, A/C, satellite TV, mini-bars, ceiling fans, hairdryers, telephones, safety deposit boxes and a balcony or terrace.
Guests can choose from a variety of activities at the resort such as aerobics, table tennis, volleyball and tennis. Snorkeling equipment, kayaks and windsurfing are also available. This resort includes a CDC PADI Gold Palm Resort Dive Center, which offers various diving courses from beginner to instructor levels. There are also nitrox courses, local dives and night dives for those who are certified.
The state-of-the-art spa is situated near the beautiful beach and offers guests an oasis in which to completely relax. The spa boasts a Jacuzzi, steam bath and a selection of indulgent massages and beauty treatments.
Before I get specific with the Bavaro, I’d like to decode the dining policy at the Iberostar complex. To begin with, there are four resorts at the complex: Punta Cana, Dominicana, Bavaro, and the Grand. The Grand is adults only and has 4 restaurants: Asian (with Teppanaki and sushi), surf and turf, Italian, and French. There are no dining restrictions and only guests at the Grand can eat at the Grand. Guests at the Grand can eat at any of the restaurants at the complex. The Bavaro is all Suites and has 5 a la carte restaurants: Asian (no Teppanaki), Mediterranean, Cajun, French, and Steakhouse. Guests at the Bavaro can eat at these restaurants as well as the restaurants at the Dominicana and Punta Cana. Guests of the Bavaro cannot eat at the Grand. Reservations are made at guest services in the lobby and can be made upon arrival for the entire stay. As for the two entry level Iberostars (Punta Cana and Dominicana), they share exchange privileges between themselves. There are meal restrictions at these resorts based on the length of stay. For stays of 7 nights, guests are guaranteed 3 a la carte reservations. For stays of 4-6 nights, guests are guaranteed 2 a la carte reservations. For stays of 3 nights or less, guests are guaranteed 1 a la carte reservation. All reservations are made at guest services in the lobby and can be made for the entire stay upon arrival at the resort. The cuisine at the Punta Cana and Dominicana resorts are: Asian with Sushi (no teppanaki), French, Mexican, International, and Steakhouse. In addition, there are two buffets as well.
Now that the dining is out of the way, let’s talk about the Bavaro. The Bavaro is on a gorgeous stretch of beach with a large active pool area with swim up pool bar. The Bavaro is an older resort that was renovated in 2007. The only room category at this resort is Jr. suite. There are 598 Jr. suites total situated bungalow style. There are 8 Jr. suites per bungalow. The resort caters to families and guests looking for a fun active vacation. The animation staff is very active and there was a beach barbeque and concert for lunch. I think the name Jr. suite is a little generous since I measured the room at about 450 square feet with basic decor. The room includes a fully stocked minibar and either 1 king or 2 double beds. There is a disco, shopping center and casino at the complex. Each resort has a show nightly.
Overall, I like the resort. The resort has a great pool and beach. Iberostars are known for their animation staff and wonderful entertainment. It would be a great choice for families or people looking for an active vacation.
