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Catalonia Bavaro All Inclusive Resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic |
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Catalonia Bavaro All Inclusive Resort
Cabeza de Toro
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Call Expedia at: 1-800-551-2409 |
| A sandy beach and huge, freeform pool anchor this 711-room resort on Bavaro Beach on the east tip of the Dominican Republic. Guestrooms distributed among several three-story villas have air conditioning, refrigerators, and balconies or patios. Guests can dine on a variety of Asian, European, and Caribbean cuisines, then enjoy the nightlife in a disco and casino. This All Inclusive resort includes various amenities in the room price. See the room description section for details.
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Amenities | Recreation | Features | Reviews
Catalonia Bavaro All Inclusive Resort Amenities
The majority of amenities, activities, and gratuities at this resort are included in the room rate; guests will not be charged extra for the majority of amenities and activities (scroll up to the All-Inclusive Details section for more information). The resort's casino opens from 7 PM to midnight (subject to change) for slot machines and table games. An air-conditioned fitness center contains cardio machines, weight machines, free weights, and a unisex sauna. An Internet center contains four computers with high-speed connections (surcharges). Ground transportation:
Shuttle vans and private cars of varying prices are available. They can be reserved during the process of booking a reservation for this hotel, via this Web site, and added to the total trip cost.
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Recreation
The majority of recreational activities and facilities described below are included in the room rate for this resort (scroll up to the All-Inclusive details section for more information). A freeform family pool measuring approximately 76m by 76m (250 ft by 250 ft) includes jetted sections and a swim-up bar. There's also a 12-m (40-ft) kidney-shaped children's pool. The beach fronting the resort extends well inland, with palm trees and thatched umbrellas for shade. The resort supplies pedal boats, snorkeling gear, Sunfish sailboats, and windsurfers. Scuba-diving instruction/PAIDI certification and diving/snorkeling excursions are available for surcharges, as are speed boats, banana-boating, water skiing, fishing, and parasailing. The resort includes two lighted tennis courts and a lighted basketball court (surcharges for play under lights) as well as a 9-hole golf course (surcharges for greens fees/cart and rental equipment.) The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the resort; fees may apply.
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Features
What to expect: Thatched walkways that provide shade through the resort's gardened grounds and an open-air lobby with high ceiling, marble floor, and wood-floor seating areas exemplify the style this resort offers families and couples.
Amenity highlights: A freeform pool includes jetted sections and swim-up bar. Children have their own pool. The Atlantic Ocean beach extends inland, with palm trees and thatched umbrellas for shade. The resort supplies pedal boats, snorkeling gear, sailboats, and windsurfers. Scuba-diving/snorkeling excursions are available for surcharges, as are motorized water sports. Land sports include a 9-hole golf course (surcharges).
Insider tip: Manatí Park, Punta Cana's eco- and dolphin-encounter park 12 km (7.5 mi) from the resort, provides complimentary transportation.
Included in the room rate for this resort are the majority of meals and beverages, plus all gratuities, at the following restaurants, snack spots, and bars (scroll up to the All-Inclusive Details section for more information).
Gran Caribe - Open-air restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, themed-dinner buffets. Monday-night beach party with barbecue buffet, live music.
La Gondola - Air-conditioned Italian restaurant open for à la carte dinner. Reservation required. Dress code: no shorts, tee-shirts, beach sandals for men, no sarongs for women.
Sample menu for La Gondola
Appetizers: Minestrone Insalata Caprese Beef carpaccio Mushroom risotto Vitello tonnato
Pasta: Zucchini-eggplant lasagne Vegetable cannelloni Penne with seafood Fettucine with pesto Spaghetti carbonara
Main courses: Mushroom-stuffed chicken breast in basil cream Veal Parmigiano Roman-style beef roll Veal saltimbocca Sicilian-style fish
Desserts: Tiramisu Lemon mousse Cassata Sambuca-flavored melon balls
La Parisienne - Intimate, air-conditioned French restaurant open for à la carte dinner. Reservation required. Dress code: no shorts, tee-shirts, beach sandals for men, no sarongs for women.
Sample menu for La Parisienne
Appetizers: Asparagus soup with shrimp Smoked-salmon rose with fennel, lemon cream Quail in grape sauce Seafood profiteroles with basil
Seafood: Crisp fish with saffron cream sauce Fish baked in parchment with red-pepper sauce Lobster in "virgin sauce"
Meat: Pork in honey-thyme sauce Beef in Café de Paris sauce
Desserts: Chef's selection
Mikado - Air-conditioned Japanese restaurant open for à la carte dinner. Reservation required. Dress code: no shorts, tee-shirts, beach sandals for men, no sarongs for women.
Sample menu for Mikado
Appetizers: Chicken-seaweed soup Sushi Shrimp with bean noodles
Main course: Chicken, beef, pork kabobs
Desserts: Fried banana Orange-strawberry awayuki
El Paso - Air-conditioned Tex-Mex restaurant open for à la carte dinner. Reservation required. Dress code: no shorts, tee-shirts, beach sandals for men, no sarongs for women.
Sample menu for El Paso
Appetizers: Mexican finger-food buffet
Soups: Chicken with tomato, cheese Chicken with chickpeas, tomatoes, peppers, avocado
Salads: Seafood Barbecued chicken Caesar
Main courses: Ribeye steak with mushrooms, blue cheese Beef fajitas Shrimp-vegetable quesadilla Mixed grill Veracruz-style fish Combination taco plate Chicken chimichanga Mayan-style pork
Desserts: Tres leches cake Cheesecake Crullers with chocolate or honey sauce
La Bretonne - Casual, open-air spot open afternoon and evening for savory and sweet crêpes, pastries, ice cream. La Palapa - Casual, open-air beachside restaurant open for breakfast, barbecue-lunch buffets. Pleamar Poolside spot serving snack foods like hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches from mid-morning to early evening. El Palmeral - Lobby bar/lounge open mid-morning to late night. Curaço - Intimate bar/lounge open early evening to late night. Pool Bar - Open mid-morning to early evening. Swimup side. Lobby Bar - Open-air bar/lounge. Open early morning to late night. Cocktails, beer, tropical drinks, espresso, pastries. Cat's Disco Bar - DJ music, beer, cocktails from late night to after midnight. Casino Bar - Open early evening to late night.
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Catalonia Bavaro All Inclusive Resort Reviews
| Traveler Ratings Summary for Catalonia Bavaro All Inclusive Resort
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Overall: 3.80 |
Service
4.00 |
Condition
3.60 |
Cleanliness
4.00 |
Comfort
3.80 |
Recommend
60.00 % |
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| Didn't enjoy my stayed at Catalonia Hotel. |
Overall: 2 |
Service
3 |
Condition
2 |
Cleanliness
3 |
Comfort
2 |
Recommend
No |
| This hotel need to be redesign, air conditioner from the rooms didn't work at all, service is below average.
Reviewed by traveler from Santo Domingo, Rep. Dom. on June 21, 2006 |
| cant wait to go back |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| great food and entertainment and facilities
Reviewed by traveler from phila,pa on June 14, 2006 |
| So So |
Overall: 2 |
Service
2 |
Condition
2 |
Cleanliness
2 |
Comfort
2 |
Recommend
No |
| We booked this place last minute. We wanted to relax and do nothing. It was very quiet. Not alot going on. It is a big property and there is no transportation to get around the resort. The beach and pool is at the opposite end of the main building and restaurants so to go back and forth between your room and either of these locations is a hassle. There is a covered path to walk under so your not in the sun but it's still hot and a bit of a walk.
Reviewed by traveler from New York on June 14, 2006 |
| Definitely Would Go Back |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The grounds of this hotel were very well taken care of and the layout was unique, with sporadic water flowing between main lobby and other main buildings. The staff were very nice and helpful, although speaking Spanish will be a plus. There was a nice sandy beach, but the water is very shallow, which makes the water look not as blue as in some other areas. Only negative was, you've got to get up very early if you want a space under the shaded palapas, whether by the pool or beach. Seems like it's common for people to get up early am (I mean by 5:00), lay their towels out, go back to bed, have breakfast, before they show back up to their towels. The food at the buffets is average to good, although we found making reservations at their "theme" restaurants was a better choice. The quality of food was much better and it was nice to be seated and waited on. There was no additional cost to do this but we advise making reservations early on arrival because the times do get filled up fast. We did upgrade to the Catalonia Royal, which was for adults only, and you also have use of your own restaurant for breakfast and lunch, and have 24/7 room service. This area of the hotel is much quieter and not as crowded. You also get a designated "private" beach area and have a separate pool area. Overall, our stay here was very pleasant, very relaxing. We'll definitely consider going back to this hotel when we go back to D.R.
Reviewed by traveler from Houston, TX on May 3, 2006 |
| Great time |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| When our luggage didn't arrive in Punta Cana I was worried this was a bad omen. Luckily I was pleasantly surprised. We took this trip with our 18 and 22 year old sons. The rooms were fine. My sons were supposed to get two twin beds as opposed to a king bed, but eventually we had a cot there. Next time I would call in advance to make sure this was happening. The beach and pool were wonderful - plenty of room and plenty and very relaxing. There were many places to sit and relax and people watch throughout the hotel. The kids went to the disco a few times. It was very small, but I think they enjoyed it. The casino is very small, but unless you are a big gambler it is all you need. The food is okay - nothing spectacular, but I expect that with all all-inclusive places. There was plenty to eat and one could always find something, but it is not the food that is the attraction. The staff were always pleasant and helpful. The shows were a bit hokey, but fun. In all it was a very relaxing time - especially once our suitcase arrived
Reviewed by traveler from boston on January 12, 2005 |
| Comfort in the Carribean, the Catalonia Bavaro Resort |
Overall: 4 |
Service
5 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| This is one of the first places that actually lived up to its website pictures! The place was beautiful, the people were the most pleasant and helpful. The only downside is the food. While their Japanese and French restaurants are GREAT, the two buffet restaurants offer variety but not quality. And becareful with the Mexican restaurant, I was sick the next day from my chimichanga. Otherwise, drinks and food are okay. Service is GREAT. Activities: definitely do the ATV Four Wheeler Tour (it's right on the beach and for $35 a person, you ride along the coast for 3 hours of fun). And the entertainment team by the pool is lots of fun. Overall experience: Enjoyable and worth it.
Reviewed by traveler from Staten Island, NY on November 15, 2004 |
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