The 20 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Punta Cana

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Punta Cana is packed with all-inclusive resorts, and for good reason – miles of white sandy beach and tons of water sports make it a prime vacation spot for families, couples, and friends.

We narrowed down the best Punta Cana all-inclusive resorts to help you plan your next island vacation:

Zoetry Agua Punta Cana

The all-inclusive Zoetry Agua has an exclusive, romantic vibe. Picture a bright blue infinity pool set against the Caribbean sea, bungalow-style rooms with thatched roofs and large soaking tubs, and a palm-studded private beach.

Zoetry places an emphasis on wellness, and this resort is no exception. Guests can enjoy luxury spa treatments, yoga classes, and organic dining with plenty of vegetarian options.

Iberostar Grand Hotel Bavaro

Iberostar Grand Hotel Bavaro is an adults-only resort with sophisticated amenities like a two-story ocean view spa, stylish daybeds at the pool, and swim-out suites with butler service.

A large Spanish ship replica sits alongside the resort, and transforms into a lively music bar for evening entertainment.

Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa

Breathless Punta Cana Pool

Breathless Punta Cana is the perfect resort for singles, couples, and friends who want to socialize. The modern resort has colorful suites with whirlpool tubs on the balconies, and trendy dining options like tapas and Lebanese cuisine.

Several of the restaurants have communal seating, and there’s an open plaza with bars to encourage social gatherings.

Majestic Colonial Punta Cana

The huge lagoon pool stretches all the way to the beach at Majestic Colonial Punta Cana. The all-inclusive resort has something for everyone, including an adults-only section with swim-up suites and a separate pool with slides for kids.

Rooms at the resort feel luxurious with marble floors, jetted tubs and rain showers. In the evening, guests can enjoy live music, a disco and a casino.

Live Aqua Beach Resort Punta Cana

Live Aqua Beach Resort Punta Cana

Overlooking the Caribbean Sea, Live Aqua Beach Resort Punta Cana offers all the perks we love in an all-inclusive resort: swim-up suites, private pools, and lots of restaurants, including trendy bites like tapas and ceviche.

Additional highlights include an oceanfront infinity pool, a top-notch spa, and a zen vibe throughout the property.

Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana

The Pineapple Villa at Nickelodeon Punta Cana is modeled after the unique home of SpongeBob SquarePants.

This family-focused resort made a big splash when it debuted in Punta Cana. Kids will love surprise slimings and visits from their favorite Nickelodeon characters.

Room options range from crowd-pleasing swim-up suites to spacious villas, including the Pineapple Villa inspired by SpongeBob SquarePants.

Royalton CHIC Punta Cana

Royalton CHIC Punta Cana Pool

Royalton CHIC Punta Cana defines the “treat yourself” mantra. Imagine a DJ booth in the center of a lively pool, an oxygen bar, and rooms with guest-controlled mood lighting. There’s even a unique mermaid pool designed specifically for photo opportunities.

As if these amenities weren’t enough, guests can upgrade to VIP status for an exclusive lounge and dedicated butler service.

Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort

Lopesan Costa Bavaro Resort Pool

Perched on a perfect stretch of Bavaro Beach, Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort appeals to pool seekers with seven stunning pools — including a double-decker infinity pool and an adults-only pool with hammocks and Bali beds.

Impressive dining options at the new all-inclusive resort include two buffets and seven themed restaurants with cuisine ranging from tacos at El Charro to sushi at Inari.

Sanctuary Cap Cana

Cabanas on the beach at Sanctuary Cap Cana
Cabanas on the beach at Sanctuary Cap Cana

Resembling a Spanish castle, the luxury Sanctuary Cap Cana has impressive suites with espresso machines, minibars, and furnished balconies — some even have private plunge pools.

Enjoy dinner at Blue Marlin, the resort’s seafood restaurant perched on stilts overlooking the Caribbean Sea.

Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana

The all-inclusive, beachfront Dreams Macao Beach is perfect for both couples and families. The resort has a water park with lazy river for kids, and a full-service spa and exclusive pool for adults.

Everyone will love the dining options , which range from burgers at the food truck to grilled local seafood.

Secrets Cap Cana

Located on a great beach in the exclusive gated community of Cap Cana, all-inclusive Secrets Cap Cana treats adults to suites with swim-up pools and mini-bars that are refreshed daily.

The resort has an infinity pool, water sports and ten restaurants ranging from Mexican at El Patio to French cuisine at Bordeaux.

Excellence Punta Cana

Surrounded by tropical palms, Excellence Punta Cana has a secluded feeling but there’s plenty to do, from treatments at the full-service spa to gambling at the casino.

Dining options are impressive and include a pizzeria, lobster on the beach, and a tapas-style restaurant pairing small plates with wine. Guests can book a swim-up suite for direct access to the large pool.

Excellence El Carmen

A wide range of restaurants, beach and pool wait service, and suites with private pools make adults-only Excellence El Carmen a must-visit resort.

Guests will enjoy the all-inclusive resort’s restaurants, which include a steakhouse, lobster grill, and tapas restaurant.

Radisson Blu Punta Cana

Radisson Blu Punta Cana

Radisson Blu Punta Cana opened in 2020 with perks like suites with private plunge pools, a gorgeous lagoon-style pool, and a spa.

An amazing ten restaurants are part of this all-inclusive resort, including sushi, tequila and tapas, and beachside ceviche.

Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana

Floating taco platters served in the pool are a fan favorite at laid-back Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana.

The all-inclusive resort also features a Landshark brewery, a kids’ club, and an adults-only section called Hammock, with its own pool, restaurant, and bar.

Garden Suites by Meliá

Family swim-up suites at Garden Suites by Melia
Family swim-up suites at Garden Suites by Melia

Luxury amenities typically only found at adults-only resorts are available for the whole family at Garden Suites by Meliá, a boutique resort located within the Paradisus Palma Real Resort on Bavaro Beach.

This includes a family butler, personalized minibar with non-alcoholic drinks for the kids, and swim-out suites. There are plenty of activities for both kids and teens, and adults can enjoy the spa and romantic lounges.

Royalton Bavaro Beach

All-inclusive Royalton Bavaro Beach features a few firsts for the Royalton brand, including a lazy river with its own grotto bar, a mini-golf course, and a beachfront Brazilian rodizio a la carte restaurant.

Some suites at the resort offer swim-up access and guests can upgrade to Diamond Club to receive perks like butler service and private pools and lounges.

Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana

Family-friendly Hyatt Ziva opened in late 2019 in the exclusive Cap Cana section of Punta Cana and features an infinity pool, a large water park with lazy river and slides, and swim-up suites.

There are also 12 restaurants and bars, including a sports bar and a colorful food truck located near the water park.

Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana

Luxe Bali beds line the pool at adults-only Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana, and when guests are looking for more excitement they can visit the water park and lazy river at neighboring Hyatt Ziva.

The all-inclusive resort also offers swim-up suites with semi-private pools, and 12 restaurants.

Club Med Punta Cana

Punta Cana’s original all-inclusive resort still charms visitors with theme nights, trapeze lessons and sailing school. Club Med Punta Cana continues to innovate as well, most recently with the addition of Zen Oasis – an adults-only pool, beach and lounge.

A L’Occitane spa and new rooms with Smart TVs and rainfall showers bring modern flair to the resort.

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