Things to Do in Punta Cana with Kids

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Things to Do in Punta Cana with Kids

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  • Wanderlust W
    Birmingham, UK156 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful beach. Spent most of our days here
    The beach vendors are most definitely a lot cheaper than hotel excursions
    We staying at the Grand Bavaro Princess and Isobel the beach vendor most definitely gave the best massages.
    Highly recommend her
    Written 2 February 2025
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  • Wanderlust W
    Birmingham, UK156 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It was a nice beach but I definitely prefer Bavaro beach for its white sands, the beach at Macao wasn’t as nice.
    However I really loved the fact there were plenty of beach shacks selling food and drinks.
    Written 3 February 2025
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  • TMACKSTER
    Chino Hills, CA55 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Juanillo Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. The sand is talcum powder soft. Many palm trees dot the landscape providing ample shade. Big resorts lie along the stretch of white sand and warm waters. There is a lot of seaweed that rolls up onto the beach. There are also pieces of coral along the shore so be careful entering the water.
    Written 26 January 2025
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  • Sarah O
    Dromineer, Ireland122 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Honest review.

    Firstly, everything needs perspective. For UK travellers, this is the cheapest long haul flight to a Caribbean island by far. The price for the Dominican Republic for 2 weeks, you can’t get Egypt, Cape Verde or Turkey. Be realistic about what you’re wishing for. If you want 5*, pay £2500pp and do it.

    On arrival, the check in is slow. Rooms are allocated when you’re here so can be tedious and after a long flight frustrating. Rooms are inconsistent, but don’t create drama, if needed, just move. The hotel will accommodate.

    The beach, pool and gardens are well maintained and the hotel grounds are beautiful. This is a tropical paradise that you don’t get necessarily in other Caribbean islands. The birds sing, the sun shines and of course the rain comes. That’s the beauty of this island. There’s plenty of sun beds in the day whether it’s on the beach or by the pools, entertainment in the day/night for all of the family, so enjoy.

    What’s not OK. The buffet restaurant smells and the mats just aren’t changed or cleaned. The tables are cleaned but the dirty mats are placed down and reused. This is the same throughout the hotel so be cautious. I’ve seen various reviews about people being unwell. While there’s extra the hotel could do, there’s an accountability for us as guests. The amount of people that haven’t washed hands after using the toilet, touch food and then put it back and just have a disgusting basic level of hygiene is awful; that’s not the hotels fault. We’ve had a party of 6, eaten in every restaurant and no one has been unwell. There’s always something for you to eat.

    I’ve been to this hotel twice in 2 years and what’s glaringly obvious is the inconsistency. You can have a drink at one bar e.g Pina Colada which is fabulous, go to another and it’s like water. The bars aren’t restocked and at times you can’t get certain drinks at certain bars which can be annoying. You hope they’d just replenish and go again, unfortunately they don’t. The food can be hit and miss at all restaurants but there’s plenty for all the family. Is it going to ruin your holiday? It didn’t for us. Again for perspective, my brother in law has the most limited food palate I know, in the UK, he eats burger, tomato pasta, margarita pizza and bacon sandwiches. He’s survived and eaten at every “al et carte”.

    The hotel for me, is currently over subscribed and there’s not enough staff and/or glasses for drinking out of, specifically in an evening. Some of the staff are fabulous, others look completely disinterested. However, those that are great, are wonderful and want to do everything to make your holiday just perfect. Joanna (breakfast bar and lunch) is the kindest, happiest soul and Sulay at the pool bar is just wonderful. However, we’ve also had abrupt “no’s and can’t do’s”. This creates inconsistency that I elude to. There was a most definitely improvements that can be made, and need to be made, but are these going to ruin your holiday? For us, no.

    Our room was cleaned, bar restocked and nothing touched. We didn’t use a safe, left gadgets out and nothing was misplaced or stolen. Housekeeping work long hours and cant do enough to help.

    Without sounding arrogant, I would class myself as well travelled and I’d come back here again. The people that have moaned and groaned have joined the hysteria being created, instead of seeing the hotel for the beauty it provides, and putting into perspective what they’ve actually got here.

    In short. It’s 3.5/4 star hotel (as advertised). It’s beautiful, it’s fairly priced, and would I come again? Yes.
    Written 21 November 2024
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  • Anick B
    5 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The waves are strong but once you pass the place where they break out you can just lie on top of the waves and let yourself go for hours.
    Written 7 December 2021
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  • Connie Cartier
    Kissimmee, FL81 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very beautiful area with new buildings being built ! Luxury apartments and condos here with walking distance to restaurants and beach!
    Written 30 March 2024
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  • Salvador H
    San Juan, Puerto Rico432 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Blue Mall is getting more and more complete year after year. Now has more stores to offer with merchandise related to your needs. It is expensive yet, but if stores continue to be added probably that will change. Good offer of restaurant.
    Written 23 June 2024
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  • shamwo
    Ashford, UK218 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a short time here whilst on a snorkelling trip. The beach is beautiful white sand. The sealine however was rather murky due to the amount of seaweed which made it look dirty. Not sure if it was actually dirty however but was unappealing to swim in.
    Written 29 May 2019
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  • Karen R.
    3 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    After touring the island, we went to cool off at the pool, where there was a water slide, zip lining and opportunities to go snorkeling or water skiing. The weather was gorgeous and the shops were exquisite! Lots of of opportunity to take photos, watch the natives perform and play music. I also had my passport stamped too.
    Written 9 October 2019
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  • sveta2407
    New York City, NY27 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We've been using DAT service for a several years now and the NEVER disappoint: always on time, drivers are very professional and friendly, easy directions to find them, and no need for reconfirmation, as they always in touch via email. Excellent service. Very affordable. New and comfortable minivans. Highly recommend this company.
    Written 30 January 2025
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  • Juan A
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was my first time in Dominican Republic Jose otero helped me with my whole process with communication and made me feel very welcome as well as helped me with all my luggage. Overall great service
    Written 6 February 2025
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  • Anthony G
    Houston, TX20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Cute local Catholic Church in Punta Cana filled with locals and visitors for Sunday Mass. Friendly people spirit filled with the Holy Spirit.
    Written 1 January 2025
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  • norwel
    Humacao, Puerto Rico19 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent place, beautiful beach with a nice restaurant where you can rent a tent as well. Only Spanish speeking personnel. The road to the beach is a challenge. It's reached best with an off road vehicle. However we've made it with a small rental car
    Written 24 May 2021
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  • RCBF
    Toronto, Canada34 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very good driver. Safe, quick and great conversation. Gave lots of information about the history of the Dominican Republic.
    Written 1 February 2025
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  • hmuica
    Massillon, Ohio55 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a great experience. They were prompt, efficient, and their prices were very reasonable. We will use them again on future trips.
    Written 28 January 2025
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