Paradisus Palma Real Golf and Spa Resort is one of the best-known names on Bávaro Beach, a five-star all-inclusive that sits on a long stretch of private sand and is spread across lush gardens. It has 601 rooms across 18 room types, including a good choice of suites, so you can pitch the stay at a basic or a more indulgent level. The atmosphere is relaxed but stylish, and the resort is a popular choice with couples, families and golfers who want a smart address on the beach rather than a mega-resort feel. Guests rate it 8.8 out of 10 from more than 1,600 reviews. The pool scene is the headline, with eleven outdoor pools, a children’s pool and two swim-up bars, so there is room to find a quiet spot even when the resort is busy. Eight restaurants cover Latin fusion, Italian, Mexican and a casual lunch spot, and the dining is a notable step up from many all-inclusives. The YHI Spa is an Asian-inspired spa with a hydrotherapy circuit, and treatments need advance reservations. An adjacent golf course makes the resort a natural choice for golfers, though tee times must be booked ahead, and a kids club keeps younger guests busy with land activities.
Location and getting around
The resort is on Playa Bávaro, about twenty-seven minutes by road from the airport. Almost every excursion collects here, including Saona, the catamaran, Santo Domingo and Hoyo Azul, so you can leave the car at home. A theme park, Fun Republic, is about a thirteen-minute walk from the resort, a bonus for families with older children.
Rooms
With 18 room types, there is a wide range. Suites with ocean views or direct garden access cost more, and the higher tiers usually add upgraded service. If you want the best of the beach, ask for a category near the water, and consider the adults-focused tiers if you want a quieter stay.
Who it suits
Couples who want style and food, families who want a kids club and golfers who want a course alongside the beach. If you want a more intimate scene, other resorts nearby are smaller, and if you want nightlife on the doorstep, look at the Hard Rock in Macao. Pool access is typically from early morning until evening, so check the hours on arrival.
Good to know
Check-in starts at 3:00 pm and check-out is before noon. Free self-parking is available. Reserve the spa, golf and à la carte restaurants soon after arrival, since they fill up in busy weeks.
Why stay here
- ✓All-inclusive
- ✓Eight restaurants
- ✓Eleven outdoor pools
- ✓Two swim-up bars
- ✓YHI Spa with hydrotherapy circuit
- ✓Adjacent golf course
- ✓Kids club
- ✓Free self-parking
Good questions
Does Paradisus Palma Real have a kids club?+
Yes, a kids club is among the activities, and there is a children’s pool. Check the current hours and ages on arrival.
How many pools does Paradisus Palma Real have?+
It has eleven outdoor pools, plus a children’s pool and two swim-up bars.
How far is Paradisus Palma Real from the airport?+
It is about a twenty-seven-minute drive from Punta Cana International Airport.
