Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda

5 stars
Arena Gorda Macao, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
8,0
Very good
based on 692 reviews
692 reviews
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Fri 2/1
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
R2 851
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
R2 851
Deluxe room
R3 025
Double room
R3 399
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Overview

Situated in Bavaro, Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda is within a 30-minute drive of Punta Cana International Airport and provides a Jacuzzi, an outdoor pool and a private beach. It features a fitness centre, as well as outdoor tennis courts, a sauna and an all-inclusive meal plan.

Offering around the clock security and room service, as well as a concierge, the resort accommodates the needs of every guest. Children will always be entertained as there is an on-site games room and a kids club. It also provides useful options for business meetings and events.

Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda has 570 luxury rooms, each with their very own bathroom. Hot drinks can be brewed with tea and coffee supplies.

The resort houses restaurant and bar where guests are able to relax of an evening with dinner and a drink. Those looking for after-dinner entertainment can visit the on-site casino.

Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda provides an ideal place to discover nearby Manati Park Bavaro and Imagine Punta Cana Disco, as well as everything the local area has to offer. Guests can also easily visit attractions nearby, including Iberostate Bavaro Golf & Club and Punta Blanca Golf Course.

Latest deals for Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda

Thu 1/1
Fri 2/1
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R2 851
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 203
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R4 724
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R6 946
nightly with VAT
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 399
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 677
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 twin bed
R4 175
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R4 329
nightly with VAT
King room
No inclusions
1 king bed
R3 653
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 025
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 582
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 756
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 805
nightly with VAT
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including VAT but not including other taxes and fees.

Amenities at Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda

  • Private beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle hire
  • Casino
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Bingo
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon
  • Karaoke
  • Mini-golf
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sport facilities (on site)
  • Night club
  • Basketball court
  • Table football

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Foot massage
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Dining room
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Open-air bath
  • Public bath
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Solarium
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Indoor play area
  • Kids' club
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Playground
  • Baby safety gates

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna
  • Water slide

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Beach towels
  • Balcony

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • EV charging station
  • Street parking
  • Valet parking

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Accessible parking

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Fitness

  • Aerobics
  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis

Workspace

  • Desk

Reviews of Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda

8,0
Very good
692 verified ratings
Wonderful
336
Very good
141
Good
84
Okay
38
Fair
24
Mediocre
26
Poor
43

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the beautiful hotel rooms, lovely restaurants, and clean facilities. However, they expressed dissatisfaction with the service quality, cleanliness issues, and food variety. Many reviews highlighted the lack of motivation among staff, long wait times, and overall management problems, leading to a disappointing experience for those expecting luxury.
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Cleanliness2 out of 10
Service1 out of 10
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Emeka, Mar 2025
They need a more organized way of transport between their multiple facilities!
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2018
Pros (+) People are friendly and the service is excellent!
4.5
Mediocre
Anonymous, Jun 2017
Pros (+) - The fact that our Villa was only 20+ yards from the beach - a la carte options were alright (3-stars) -
Cons (-) - The staff was not that helpful nor welcoming. We understand "island time" but staff did not seem willing to help on anything from booking reservations for the restaurants, to discussing excursions. ...
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Location

Arena Gorda Macao, Punta Cana

What's nearby

  • Punta Blanca Golf Course1.2 km
  • Iberostar Golf Course2 km
  • Cana Bay Golf Club2.4 km
  • Arena Blanca Beach2.9 km
  • Hoyo Azul4.4 km
  • Dolphin Island Park7.1 km
  • The Faldo Legacy Course at RocoKi8.8 km
  • Manati Park Bavaro9.2 km
  • Macao Beach9.5 km
  • Barcelo Sky Casino Punta Cana9.7 km
  • Imagine Punta Cana Disco11.4 km
  • Bavaro Lagoon12.7 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

When to book a room at Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda

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FAQs when booking at Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda

  • Where is Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda located?

    Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda is located at Arena Gorda Macao in Pueblo Bavaro, 5,5 km from the centre of Punta Cana. Punta Blanca Golf Course is the closest landmark to Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda.

  • Does Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda offer free parking?

    Yes, Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda offers free parking.

  • How far is Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda from the airport?

    Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda is 20,2 km from Punta Cana. Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda is 56,5 km from La Romana.

  • Does Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda have a pool?

    Yes, Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda hotel deals?

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Good to know

Value for money

Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,2
5,5 km
Punta Cana
20,2 km

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