Rating8.0
Rating7.9
Rating8.1A full activity program spanning water sports, racquet sports, fitness classes, and evening entertainment across both sides of the complex. The adults-only side is quieter by design — the animation team is present but less aggressive than on the family side. Access to the Grand Teatro Bávaro (Las Vegas-style shows), Bávaro Nightclub, merengue/salsa/bachata dance lessons, and an escape room on the Palace side meaningfully expands the evening entertainment catalog.
Large outdoor freshwater pool exclusively for adults. Hot tub area on one side. No swim-up bar. Sun loungers surrounding the perimeter. Quieter than the Palace-side pools. The absence of a swim-up bar is a meaningful omission given the price point — for poolside drinking, you'll use the Bohío Chill Out Bar beside it.
Accessible via shuttle train. Separate adult pool on the Palace side with poolside bar service. A second quiet-pool option if the adults-only main pool is crowded.
Palace side, accessible via shuttle. Suited to lap swimmers and guests wanting a more active pool environment. Also has poolside bar access.
The defining feature of this resort complex — the stretch of beach that justifies the room rates. White sand that stays powder-fine even at high volume, reef-protected turquoise water that is genuinely calm for swimming with a gradual entry. Consistently appears on best-beaches lists for good reason: it's a real standout even by Caribbean standards. Complimentary towel service, sun loungers, and parasols. Non-motorized water sports launch from here. Beach massages available at additional cost. Realistic note: at peak occupancy, the beach in front of a 589-room property will be busy, particularly on weekends and around school holidays.
Complimentary single and double kayaks from Bávaro Beach. Calm, reef-protected water. Good for exploring the shoreline.
Included with equipment and basic instruction. The tradewinds at Punta Cana are consistent — more suitable for intermediate than complete beginners.
Hobie Cat-style sailing from the beach, included. Lessons available. The reef protection means relatively calm water for learning.
Stand-up paddleboard instruction included. The calm, shallow reef water makes this an accessible activity for most fitness levels.
Equipment and guided access included. The reef that protects Bávaro Beach is close to shore and accessible from the beach — not a boat trip. Marine life visibility varies by season.
State-of-the-art fitness studio included. Larger and better-equipped than many all-inclusive gyms.
Professional-grade courts. Organized games or self-directed play. The baseball facilities are unusual for a Caribbean resort and reflect the DR's national sport culture.
Three courts, one convertible to pickleball. Organized play and casual court time. Lessons available at extra cost.
Two dedicated courts. A racquet sport midway between tennis and squash, popular across Spanish Caribbean resorts.
Courts on Bávaro Beach. Organized games or casual play. Standard on-beach offering.
Daily scheduled classes. Aqua aerobics in the pool, floor aerobics in the activity area.
Casual recreation, available throughout the day.
Included, daytime only. Low-key activity suited to any age.
Animation team runs daytime activities and Teatro Beach (adults-only side) hosts nightly shows. Lighter and less intrusive than the family-side programming.
Palace side. Las Vegas-style production shows with dancers and live music. Different performance nightly. A genuine entertainment highlight — significantly more polished than typical all-inclusive evening shows.
Bávaro Nightclub on the Palace side, 18+. Included drinks. Open late. Takes about 10 minutes on the shuttle train.
Included dance lessons with Dominican instructors. Beginner-friendly. One of the more culturally authentic inclusions at a Dominican all-inclusive.
Water skiing and sport fishing available at additional cost.
Pool and open-water diving at extra cost. Dive center on property.
Championship course designed by P.B. Dye. Golf cart rental required at additional charge. Green fees apply.
Palace side. Both available at extra cost. The escape room specifically gets positive mentions from guests looking for rainy-day or evening activities.
Saona Island, Monkeyland, Scape Park adventures, and historical city tours. All at additional cost. The concierge desk books these.