Our pick
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive
Punta Cana, DO
★ 5-star9.2/10136 reviews
1.6 km (1.0 mi) from original
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Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive vs Similar Hotels
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✓Why it stands out
Rooms
8.3Old and small rooms noted, but spacious and modern aspects mentioned.
Cleanliness
7.8Some issues with flooding in the room and old facilities mentioned.
Location
10.0Excellent location with beautiful views and access to the beach and pools.
Close alternatives
No close alternative was identified for this preference.
Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
Punta Cana, DO
★ 5-star7.6/101,500 reviews
Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
Punta Cana, DO
★ 5-star8.4/10399 reviews
0.40 km (0.25 mi) from original
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
Punta Cana, DO
★ 5-star8.1/10492 reviews
0.59 km (0.37 mi) from original
Our pick
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive
Punta Cana, DO
★ 5-star9.2/10136 reviews
1.6 km (1.0 mi) from original
Key differences
Rooms
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive8.3
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive6.0
Cleanliness
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive7.8
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive6.0
Location
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive10.0
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive8.5
Service
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive9.5
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive8.5
Food & Breakfast
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive9.8
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive7.3
Amenities & Facilities
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive10.0
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive8.0
Value
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive8.8
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive6.0
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive amenity advantages
Wheelchair accessible
Distance from original
The compared hotels differ by 1.3 km.
Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive: 0.40 km (0.25 mi)
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive: 1.6 km (1.0 mi)
Detailed comparison
Guest score
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
7.6/10Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
8.4/10Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
8.1/10Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive
9.2/10Rooms
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
6.5Rooms described as outdated and not up to standard for a 5-star hotel.
Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
8.1Rooms were spacious and comfortable but cleanliness could be improved.
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
6.0Multiple room problems reported: wrong/rollaway beds, broken fridge/shower/air conditioning, balcony lock issues and infestations (cucarachas); room quality needs improvement.
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive
8.3Old and small rooms noted, but spacious and modern aspects mentioned.
Cleanliness
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
6.5The reviews indicate issues with room cleaning and maintenance.
Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
7.5Some reviews mention that rooms felt stuffy and toilets smelled.
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
6.0Multiple reviews report dirty rooms and housekeeping failures (habitación sucia, no hacían bien la limpieza) and sightings of cockroaches; cleanliness is below expectations.
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive
7.8Some issues with flooding in the room and old facilities mentioned.
Location
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
8.5Beautiful location highlighted, good transportation within the resort.
Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
8.6Location is convenient and close to several amenities.
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
10.0Guests note convenience ('Todo cerca') and easy access to hotel facilities; proximity is a strong positive despite beach maintenance/sargassum issues.
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive
10.0Excellent location with beautiful views and access to the beach and pools.
Service
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
8.5Service generally noted as good, with helpful staff, especially mentioned positively.
Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
9.1Staff were frequently noted as friendly and helpful.
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
9.5Mixed reports: some guests call staff 'amazing' and praise recreation staff, while others report front-desk sales pressure, ignored children and understaffing; overall guest-facing staff (especially activity/recreation teams) are frequently praised.
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive
9.3Staff made guests feel special, although some interactions felt unhelpful and impersonal.
Sleep & Noise
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
—Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
—Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
—Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive
—Food & Breakfast
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
7.5Food options appreciated but mixed reviews on service in dining areas.
Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
8.6Multiple comments on the quality and variety of food offered.
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
7.3Frequent complaints about repetitive snacks/breakfast, inconsistent restaurant offerings, slow replenishment and some items not fresh; coffee machines and some beach restaurants were reported problematic.
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive
9.8High quality and variety of food, though restrictions on availability noted.
Amenities & Facilities
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
8.0General facilities and pools were well regarded, though crowded.
Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
8.6The facilities like pools and restaurants received positive remarks.
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
10.0Pools and on-site activities are repeatedly praised (large pools, kid-friendly night activities, good amenities and facilities to navigate the resort), though there are complaints about limited sunbeds/shade and an unsupervised beach.
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive
9.8Great facilities and good activity options available.
Value
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
7.9Good variety in food and amenities but perceived issues with privilege club offerings.
Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
8.4Overall, guests felt they received good value for their experience.
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - All Inclusive
6.0Several guests describe the hotel as 'extremely overpriced' compared to past stays and feel the experience did not match the cost.
Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro - All Inclusive
8.8Falling behind value for money with service level issues.
Landmarks
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