Pros

  • Luxury all-inclusive resort set on beautiful grounds
  • Large, attractive pools surrounded by canopied daybeds and padded loungers
  • Eight restaurants include steakhouse, buffet, and Asian-fusion eateries
  • Six bars include cigar and sports bars
  • Spacious, stylish suites have private terraces with whirlpool tubs
  • All rooms have living rooms and dining areas
  • Nespresso machines, minibars, and flat-screen TVs come standard
  • Sunlit, modern gym with state-of-the-art machines and a spinning studio
  • Luxe spa offers a wide range of treatments
  • Water park and kids’ club
  • Access to gorgeous white-sand beach
  • Free Wi-Fi
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Cons

  • Not right on the beach – about a 15-minute walk away
  • Some seaweed on the beach
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Bottom Line

The 288-room Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real is a luxury all-inclusive set on beautiful, sprawling grounds near Bavaro Beach. Its chock full of luxe features – attractive pools with ample canopied daybeds and plush loungers, eight restaurants (plus more accessible at sister hotels) ranging from Asian-fusion to a steakhouse, a state-of-the-art gym and spa, a water park for kids, and a kids’ club. The beach is beautiful, but it requires a 15-minute walk. Stylish and spacious suites have living rooms, dining areas, and private terraces with whirlpool tubs, as well as modern amenities such as smart TVs and Nespresso machines. Swim-out suite options are available too. For even more features, check out the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana, which has a casino, more restaurants and pools, and a golf course, though guests have complained of thin walls in rooms.

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Amenities

  • Internet
  • Pool

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What Are the Design and Scene Like at The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real?

Luxurious, modern, all-inclusive resort with gorgeous grounds and stylish interiors

Modern white architecture meets slick and stylish interiors at this luxury all-inclusive resort from the Melia chain. Lovely water features, tall palm trees, and plenty of inviting spots to lounge in pepper the grounds. The pools are large and attractive (there are swim-out suite options, too), and there are plenty of plush loungers and canopied daybeds lining pool decks.

Inside, spaces are full of natural light and stylish, modern decor in soft shades. Natural textures like wood and wicker mix with polished marble, chic seating, and cool lamp fixtures. In Bavaro, lots of potted plants arranged on shelves throughout the high-ceilinged space add a pop of green, while over at Mina Steakhouse, darker hues and a wall made of stones contribute to a more masculine feel. Overall, it’s a lush, plush place for an all-inclusive vacation that’s a hit with couples and families with kids alike. Those looking to spend most of their time at the beach might want to take into account that though beautiful, it is a 15-minute walk from the property.

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Where Is The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real Located in Punta Cana?

Sprawling grounds in Bavaro, about a 15-minute walk from the beach

The Grand Reserve sits on sprawling grounds right by its two other sister hotels, the Paradisus Palma Real Golf & Spa Resort and The Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real. It’s not right on the beach, requiring about a 15-minute walk to the shore. Within a five-minute drive are a small market, golf course, and a high-end shopping center, supermarket, and pharmacy. There are also a bank and American franchise barbecue and pizza restaurants. Coco Bongo -- the famous Caribbean nightclub brand with its over-the-top Vegas-style shows -- is a 15-minute drive from the resort. For an adrenaline rush, Bavaro Adventure Park has a paintball field, mountain bike trails, zip lines, and Zorbing, and it’s a 16-minute drive away. Hoyo Azul, a swimmable cenote with turquoise water, takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. For a taste of Dominican history, Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone is around a two-hour-and-30-minute drive away. Punta Cana International Airport takes 22 minutes to reach by car or taxi.

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What Are Rooms Like at The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real?

Spacious, stylish one- and two-bedroom suites have private terraces with whirlpool tubs

The hotel’s sunlit and spacious one- and two-bedroom suites are pleasantly decorated with soft shades and chic, contemporary furniture. Wood and white dominates, with plush white bedding, clean-lined furnishings, white marble details, and subtle decorative touches like abstract black-and-white photos, stylish lighting fixtures, and chic patterned pillows.

All suites are large, ranging from 797 to 1796 square feet (74 to 167 square meters), and all have living rooms with wet bars and dining areas. Rooms open onto private terraces with whirlpool tubs, loungers, and outdoor furniture. Some suites have swim-up access from the pool. The largest option here is the 3,000-square foot (280-square-meter) Two Bedroom Master Suite Swim Up Inner Circle, which also has separate living and dining areas.

Wet bar areas have well-stocked minibars, Nespresso machines, microwaves, and a selection of snacks. Other amenities that come standard include flat-screen TVs, safes, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. Spacious, white marble bathrooms have large walk-in showers as well as separate soaking tubs. High-end toiletries and hairdryers are supplied.

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What Restaurants and Bars Are at The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real?

Eight restaurants and six bars provide Asian, buffet, and Latin options

There are eight dining options to choose from here, ranging from a steakhouse to Asian fusion to a cevicheria. There’s also a main buffet restaurant, plus guests have access to restaurants at sister hotels Paradisus Palma and The Reserve. Most of the dining spaces include lovely outdoor areas for an alfresco option. Food here gets good reviews and there’s plenty of variety.

There are a couple of different bars to choose from as well. These include a sports bar with pool tables, foosball, and lots of TVs screening sporting events; a swim-up pool bar; and an adults-only cigar bar.

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What Features Are Available at The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real?

Beautiful pools, lovely beach, luxe spa, water park for kids, and modern gym

There are plenty of facilities and activities to keep guests of all ages engaged at the Grand Reserve, one of the highlights being the attractive pools. The pools are surrounded by lovely pool decks lined with padded loungers and canopied daybeds, and one of the pools has a swim-up bar. For an alternative, guests also have access to a beautiful stretch of white-sand, turquoise-watered beach where palapa-shaded loungers are widely available and beach concierges are a luxe touch. The beach is about a 15-minute walk, however, and there can be seaweed on the shore at times, but it’s unavoidable in the area.

The spa offers a wide menu of treatments utilizing Natura Bisse products and modern technologies, like an oxygen treatment and a collagen shock. A large, sunlit gym features wall of windows overlooking the grounds and plenty of state-of-the-art cardio and strength-training machines. There’s also a spinning studio.

Kids are catered to with a water park that features slides and attractions, plus there’s a kids’ club with games, activities, and a nice outdoor area. Other amenities include a number of activities, ranging from art and wine sessions, to “woga” (yoga and water exercises).

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Things You Should Know About The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real

Also Known As

  • The Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real

Address

Playa de Bávaro, Paraje de Bavaro, Bavaro 23000, Dominican Republic

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What Are the Design and Scene Like at The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real?

Luxurious, modern, all-inclusive resort with gorgeous grounds and stylish interiors

Modern white architecture meets slick and stylish interiors at this luxury all-inclusive resort from the Melia chain. Lovely water features, tall palm trees, and plenty of inviting spots to lounge in pepper the grounds. The pools are large and attractive (there are swim-out suite options, too), and there are plenty of plush loungers and canopied daybeds lining pool decks.

Inside, spaces are full of natural light and stylish, modern decor in soft shades. Natural textures like wood and wicker mix with polished marble, chic seating, and cool lamp fixtures. In Bavaro, lots of potted plants arranged on shelves throughout the high-ceilinged space add a pop of green, while over at Mina Steakhouse, darker hues and a wall made of stones contribute to a more masculine feel. Overall, it’s a lush, plush place for an all-inclusive vacation that’s a hit with couples and families with kids alike. Those looking to spend most of their time at the beach might want to take into account that though beautiful, it is a 15-minute walk from the property.

See More What Are the Design and Scene Like at The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real?

Where Is The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real Located in Punta Cana?

Sprawling grounds in Bavaro, about a 15-minute walk from the beach

The Grand Reserve sits on sprawling grounds right by its two other sister hotels, the Paradisus Palma Real Golf & Spa Resort and The Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real. It’s not right on the beach, requiring about a 15-minute walk to the shore. Within a five-minute drive are a small market, golf course, and a high-end shopping center, supermarket, and pharmacy. There are also a bank and American franchise barbecue and pizza restaurants. Coco Bongo -- the famous Caribbean nightclub brand with its over-the-top Vegas-style shows -- is a 15-minute drive from the resort. For an adrenaline rush, Bavaro Adventure Park has a paintball field, mountain bike trails, zip lines, and Zorbing, and it’s a 16-minute drive away. Hoyo Azul, a swimmable cenote with turquoise water, takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. For a taste of Dominican history, Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone is around a two-hour-and-30-minute drive away. Punta Cana International Airport takes 22 minutes to reach by car or taxi.

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What Are Rooms Like at The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real?

Spacious, stylish one- and two-bedroom suites have private terraces with whirlpool tubs

The hotel’s sunlit and spacious one- and two-bedroom suites are pleasantly decorated with soft shades and chic, contemporary furniture. Wood and white dominates, with plush white bedding, clean-lined furnishings, white marble details, and subtle decorative touches like abstract black-and-white photos, stylish lighting fixtures, and chic patterned pillows.

All suites are large, ranging from 797 to 1796 square feet (74 to 167 square meters), and all have living rooms with wet bars and dining areas. Rooms open onto private terraces with whirlpool tubs, loungers, and outdoor furniture. Some suites have swim-up access from the pool. The largest option here is the 3,000-square foot (280-square-meter) Two Bedroom Master Suite Swim Up Inner Circle, which also has separate living and dining areas.

Wet bar areas have well-stocked minibars, Nespresso machines, microwaves, and a selection of snacks. Other amenities that come standard include flat-screen TVs, safes, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. Spacious, white marble bathrooms have large walk-in showers as well as separate soaking tubs. High-end toiletries and hairdryers are supplied.

See More What Are Rooms Like at The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real?

What Restaurants and Bars Are at The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real?

Eight restaurants and six bars provide Asian, buffet, and Latin options

There are eight dining options to choose from here, ranging from a steakhouse to Asian fusion to a cevicheria. There’s also a main buffet restaurant, plus guests have access to restaurants at sister hotels Paradisus Palma and The Reserve. Most of the dining spaces include lovely outdoor areas for an alfresco option. Food here gets good reviews and there’s plenty of variety.

There are a couple of different bars to choose from as well. These include a sports bar with pool tables, foosball, and lots of TVs screening sporting events; a swim-up pool bar; and an adults-only cigar bar.

See More What Restaurants and Bars Are at The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real?

What Features Are Available at The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real?

Beautiful pools, lovely beach, luxe spa, water park for kids, and modern gym

There are plenty of facilities and activities to keep guests of all ages engaged at the Grand Reserve, one of the highlights being the attractive pools. The pools are surrounded by lovely pool decks lined with padded loungers and canopied daybeds, and one of the pools has a swim-up bar. For an alternative, guests also have access to a beautiful stretch of white-sand, turquoise-watered beach where palapa-shaded loungers are widely available and beach concierges are a luxe touch. The beach is about a 15-minute walk, however, and there can be seaweed on the shore at times, but it’s unavoidable in the area.

The spa offers a wide menu of treatments utilizing Natura Bisse products and modern technologies, like an oxygen treatment and a collagen shock. A large, sunlit gym features wall of windows overlooking the grounds and plenty of state-of-the-art cardio and strength-training machines. There’s also a spinning studio.

Kids are catered to with a water park that features slides and attractions, plus there’s a kids’ club with games, activities, and a nice outdoor area. Other amenities include a number of activities, ranging from art and wine sessions, to “woga” (yoga and water exercises).

See More What Features Are Available at The Grand Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real?

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Babysitting Services

  • Children's Pool

  • Concierge

  • Full Kitchen

  • Internet

  • Laundry

  • Mini Bar (with liquor)

  • Pool

  • Room Service

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Supervised Kids Activities

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