Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda All Inclusive - Newly Renovated (Adults Only) Hotel Punta Cana, Punta Cana ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Arena Gorda - Macao, Sectio Baigua, Higuey, La Altagracia, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Pool Side Junior Suite

Max:

2 persons

45 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Pool view

Shower

Balcony

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Deluxe Junior Suite

Max:

2 persons

45 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

Shower

Balcony

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Getting around

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City Center

Punta Cana 12.8 mi

Airports

Punta Cana (PUJ) 17.4 mi

La Romana International (LRM) 56.7 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Buffets!

“The all-inclusive buffets offered a fantastic variety of high-quality food options, and each meal was a delight.” view full review

Relaxing Pools

“The pools were well-maintained and had a perfect temperature, making it a joy to relax and unwind by the water.” view full review

Exciting Activities!

“The poolside entertainment was engaging and really added fun to our stay; we loved participating in the various activities offered.” view full review

Family Fun!

“There were plenty of activities for families, ensuring that both the adults and kids were entertained and had a great time.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Hairdresser
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Snorkeling
Canoeing
Cycling
Tennis court
Darts
Table tennis
Mini golf
Yoga class
Aerobics

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Stores/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Snack bar
Dinner
Special diet menus

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs
Babysitting/Child services
Playpen
Children's buffet
Board games
Children's pool
Water slides
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Casino
Aqua park
Karaoke
Live entertainment
Night club
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness center
Solarium
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Open-air bath
Public Bath
Pool with view
Shallow end
Make up services

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Arena Gorda - Macao, Sectio Baigua, Higuey, La Altagracia, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

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Arena Gorda - Macao, Sectio Baigua, Higuey, La Altagracia, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

City landmarks

Av. Estados Unidos

Splash Water Park

1.1 mi

Golf Course

Punta Blanca Golf Club

4000 ft

Shopping Area

Punta Blanca

1.8 mi

Punta Cana 23000

Iberostar Golf Course

1.3 mi

Night club

ORO Nightclub

1.5 mi

Beach

Arena Blanca Beach

1.8 mi

Punta Cana 23000

Splash Park

2.1 mi

Cave Oleg Bat House

2.3 mi

Casinos

Princess Tower Casino Punta Cana

2.5 mi

Night club

Legacy Disco Club

2.5 mi

Night club

Under the Club

2.6 mi

Cortecito Beach

2.8 mi

Mall

Taxi Bavaro Punta Cana

2.7 mi

Punta Cana 23000

Tatos Palm Beach

2.8 mi

Museums

Aroma's Museum

3.7 mi

Nearby

Beach

Arena Gorda Beach

1200 ft

Restaurants

Restaurant Garden Grill

1800 ft

Carretera El Macao - Arena Gorda Grand Baya Principe

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

74%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

7.0

Location

9.0

Service

7.3

Dining

7.0

Eric

United Kingdom, March 2024

6.8/10

I had a very mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were really nice and clean but had a ton of mechanical issues. The service, for the most part, was friendly but a bit unprofessional at times. The location was outstanding, right on the beach, but the dining experience left much to be desired.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms facing the back of the hotel were very nice and clean, despite the mechanical issues.

Service

6.0

The service was mostly very friendly, although there were some unprofessional moments.

Location

9.0

The location was outstanding, right on the beach with well-maintained landscapes.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience had its flaws with some cross-contamination issues and potential lineups.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had convenient facilities but could use some improvements.

Dan

United States of America, December 2023

8.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were very clean and comfortable, offering a beautiful view of the pool. However, some upgrades and additional cleaning are needed. The hotel room had 2 full-size beds and a daybed futon, providing spacious accommodation with most essential amenities.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are big and have almost everything you need.

Service

7.0

The staff works exceedingly hard to provide a good guest experience. Despite some noise issues like slamming doors at all hours, they were very friendly and accommodating, fulfilling our room request with a smile.

Location

9.0

The lush and beautifully kept surroundings offer a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. The hotel’s location is convenient, with stunning landscapes and close proximity to various attractions and assistance whenever needed.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was delightful with a variety of fresh and delicious food options served in different locations. The hotel's food quality is excellent and offers plenty of choices to satisfy every taste bud.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities provided were sufficient and met my needs during the stay. However, some areas could benefit from upgrades to enhance the overall guest experience.

United States of America, September 2023

7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms, while fairly large, felt a bit outdated with tired furniture and stains on the pillows. On the bright side, the view overlooking Fantasia was a nice touch. The service, especially from Edward, our butler, was a hidden treasure with extremely friendly staff like John and Adonis making our stay memorable. The location was impeccable and gorgeous, with spacious rooms and great pools deserving of the 4-star rating. The dining experience was decent, with good breakfast and lunch but just okay dinner options. Overall, the facilities were good, though some areas felt a bit dated.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms, although fairly large, had old tired furniture with stains on the pillows. The view overlooking Fantasia was nice.

Service

9.0

The service was a real hidden treasure, with extremely friendly staff like our butler Edward, as well as John and Adonis making our stay outstanding.

Location

9.0

The location was immaculate and gorgeous, with spacious and well-maintained rooms deserving of the 4-star rating.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good for breakfast and lunch but only okay for dinner, especially at the beach restaurant.