Resort Details
- Bohio Chill Out BarChill out bar, located in the pool area and on the beachfront view of the sea. A little haven of entertainment full of charm.
- Caribbean Buffet RestaurantThe ideal way to take care of your palate at this buffet offering the culinary variety of international cuisine and allowing you to rediscover flavors within the select decor characterizing it, with its magnificent sea views.
- Chez GourmentAn elegant à la carte restaurant, specialized in international cuisine, where you can bask in the magic of Caribbean nights.
- La BrisaA perfect and unique setting offering you the combination of exquisite cuisine and a clear view in this exceptional restaurant, ideally positioned over the attraction that is the sea.
Subject to meal themes and opening hours:
Buffet and à la carte lunch, specialized in international cuisine. - La Pina Bar
- Mamey BarThis picturesque bar strategically located in the main lobby. Excellent for sharing a good time and enjoying our extraordinary selection of national, international and local drinks best cocktails.
- Various Dining at Barceló PalaceThe restaurants included for guests of Bávaro Beach "Adults Only" at the Barceló Palace will be:- Santa Fe (Steak House)- Coral (Seafood)- Hole 19th (American Golf - Lighter food)- Miramar & Bohio Dominicano (Buffet)- Strikers (Snack - Sport Bar)The other thematic restaurants (Spanish, Mexican, Italian & Asian & French restaurant) have a charge per person, this applies to guests who are NOT Premium Level.
- 24-hour front desk
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible rooms
- ATM/Cash machine†
- Bell staff/porter
- Business services†
- Casino†
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- 24-hour front desk
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- Accessible rooms
- ATM/Cash machine†
- Bell staff/porter
- Business services†
- Casino†
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Golf†
- Housekeeping - daily
- Internet services†
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Lounges/bars†
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room service†
- Room service - limited hours†
- Safe deposit box
- Shopping mall†
- Spa†
- Tennis court
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Wakeup service
- Water sports
- Business Services†
- Internet Access†
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The hotel is offering the following wedding packages:
- Coconut Paradise (free; restrictions may apply)
- Blueberry Dream
- Strawberry Passion
- Tangerine Sunset
- Catholic Wedding
These may be purchased directly with the hotel.
Please request wedding services directly through Hotel at: bavaro.weddings@barcelo.com
† Fees may apply
- Bowling alley †
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site
- Gambling †Enjoy slots, blackjack, and other gaming activities on property while staying at our sister resort.
- Golf location (onsite/nearby) †There is an 18-hole course.
- Motorized Water Sports †- Banana boat
- U-tube
- Parachute
- Glass bottom boat
- Snorkeling
- Natural swimming pool
- Small boat rentals
- Parasailing
- Scuba Doo
- Scuba Diving
- Fishing
† Fees may apply - Non-Motorized Water Sports †Complimentary:
- Kayak
- Snorkeling equipment for the swimming area
- Windsurfing (standard equipment)
- Sailing Laser
- Pico Sunfish
For an additional charge:
- Catamaran Hobby Wave
- Cat Getaway
- Sailing lessons
- Windsurfing (professional equipment) - Pool
- Spa †
- Tennis courtThere are 3 tennis courts on-site.
† Fees may apply
Guest Reviews from Apple Vacations Customers
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
15750 reviews
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Dec 26, 2025So disappointed
Got married at this resort 22 years ago. Just checked in today, and was disappointed from the beginning. Check-in took about an hour. Rooms weren’t ready, so we went to nearby buffet for lunch. Food was not good. Went to rooms, only to find out we have 1 towel and no cold water… that’s right- scalding hot water to brush your teeth and shower. Called room service, but 6 hours later no towels & still only hot water. Now toilet doesn’t flush because there’s no cold water. Went to other buffet for dinner- smelled like sewer backed up. Food not good. Went to sports bar- also smelled like sewer backed up. Ate French fries & chicken. Casino was good. Back to room. No towels and scalding hot water. Hopefully tomorrow will be better.
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Dec 26, 2025Excellent resort for families.
We stayed at the adults only section of the Barcelo Bavaro Beach resort. So I can't speak about the rooms and service in the rest of the resort. About the adults only section: the rooms are in need of upkeep and renovation. The bathrooms are OLD and would not be well received if this were an economy hotel in the US. the shower heads are OLD and spray unevenly. The bathtub floors are higher than floor level so stepping out requires concentration. The tub has a half glass enclosure, which is not an enclosure at all. The shower/tub and toilet are cramped into a very tight space. None of the other resorts we have stayed at in the Dominican Republic or Cancun have such small showers. The room itself was OK. The balconies have wooden rails which impede the view. especially if you sit down at the small table on the balcony. While seated you can't see the water or the beach. This is not true of the rest of the resort, where glass is used for balcony rails. OK, so what about the restaurants, buffets, entertainment, shops, activities, and grounds: all very good. Drinks at the bars included much better spirits than we have seen at other resorts. I found that the food options are decent. Some prior reviewers complained about everything tasting the same. It is possible to spice up your own plate by asking the line cooks to do things a little differently. To improve the omelettes I bring the line cooks some ingredients they don't have in front of them, like chili, and cheeses and other peppers or veggies that are found elsewhere in the buffet but not at the omelette station. Same thing at the pasta station. There's a bowling alley. Lots of pool tables. Lots of beach sports equipment. Professional racing simulators. We may be returning here next year. But if we do we'll seriously consider staying at one of the newer sections of the resort that are not adult only.
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Dec 26, 2025First trip
Some areas are a little dated, but well maintained. Beautiful property and beaches. Pools are great as well as service. We will return here in the future.
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Dec 24, 2025
What a time, What a time!!
Decided to return to the Barcelo Bavaro Beach and treat my family to a mini vacation! We had the time of our lives and are still talking about it! From the service received as a Club Premium Level member, to the food/drinks, the hydro massages at the spa, the relaxation on the beach, and the friendliness of the staff...they're now looking to return themselves. I changed my room to a suite and it was absolutely gorgeous. Made me wonder if I was still in the same building. Two separate bathrooms both with walk-in showers, mini-fridges, t.v.s, a jacuzzi adjacent to the master bedroom, and the view of the beach - just nice!! The room was nice enough to make you want to stay in, but the resort is just too beatiful to miss out on any activities.
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Dec 24, 2025
Second Anniversary!"
Great Place for Vacation,weddings,etc Is a big Resort Lobby.Beach ,Bares,Restaurants,Spa ,Teatro,Casino.Mall gift shop Golg area,swimming recreational big Areas. this Beach has a tons of Plams trees and the sand is almost white with pink. and is very smooth to walk. is a very long long beach to see and have lots of fun
- Advisory*Important Information* The Dominican Republic imposes various restrictions each year for Easter. They usually begin the Thursday prior to Good Friday and run a few days past Easter Sunday. The following regulations may be enforced: -Motorized water sports may be banned -Non-motorized water sports may be limited or banned -Alcohol consumption may be restricted (most resorts get a permit enabling them to serve alcohol to nonnative people during the ban) -Music may be limited or silenced
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 18
- General Policies:
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.
Hotel Spring Break Policy - This hotel cannot guarantee a spring-break-free environment.
Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.
General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.Resort Fee – (Leave Resort Fee information if travel is still current.)
- Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed
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