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Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront property near Arena Gorda Beach

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7 restaurants, dinner served, international cuisine
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
7 restaurants, dinner served, international cuisine

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Arena Gorda Macao, Punta Cana, La Altagracia, 23000
  • Place, Arena Gorda Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Punta Blanca Golf Course
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Splash Water Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Punta Cana (PUJ-Punta Cana Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite Deluxe

  • Garden view
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite Deluxe

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(98 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite Deluxe

7.4 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite (Deluxe Swim Up)

  • Garden view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite (Deluxe Swim Up)

  • Garden view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite (Deluxe Swim Up)

  • Garden view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite (Deluxe Swim Up)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Punta Cana

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of this Bávaro property, you'll find Arena Gorda Beach and Punta Blanca Golf Course. Splash Water Park and Iberostar Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Arena Gorda Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Punta Blanca Golf Course - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Splash Water Park - 2 min drive - 0.6 miles
  • Los Corales Beach - 14 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Bavaro Beach - 21 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scoops - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Caney Buffet - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Las Olas - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bar Ambar Hotel Lobby - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Acuario Restaurant Buffet - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive

5-star beachfront property near Arena Gorda Beach
Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. At Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is available daily. There are 7 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 6 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a swim-up bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. This all-inclusive property also offers a complimentary water park, a children's pool, and outdoor tennis courts. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Punta Cana property is smoke free.

  • 570 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • 7 dining venues
  • 6 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2009
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Karaoke
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar on the beach
  • 1 conference room
  • Swim-up bar
Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive offers 570 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations have separate dining areas and are furnished with double sofa beds. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa, Bahia Spa. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages, facials, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • 7 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Bicycles
  • Bodyboard
  • Children's pool
  • Evening entertainment
  • Foosball table
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Karaoke
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Table tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Waterslide
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the property before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda
Esmeralda All Inclusive
Esmeralda Bahia
Luxury Bahia Principe Esmeralda
Luxury Bahia Principe Esmeralda All Inclusive
Luxury Bahia Principe Esmeralda All Inclusive Punta Cana
Luxury Bahia Principe Esmeralda Punta Cana
Luxury Esmeralda Bahia Principe
Luxury Principe Esmeralda
Principe Esmeralda
Bahia Principe Esmeralda Incl

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive to the airport?

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive is 16.9 mi (35-min drive) away from the Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive have an airport shuttle?

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive to the beach?

This property is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive offer free breakfast?

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive?

No, there is no casino at this property, but Casino Avalon Princess (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive?

This property offers free self parking.

Does Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive have a pool?

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive have a restaurant?

There are 7 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine and pool views.

Does Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Bahia Spa, where you can enjoy reflexology, massages, and mani/pedis.

How close is Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive to downtown Punta Cana?

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive is 13 mi away from Punta Cana.

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 570 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1013 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeraldine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good, room was good, but did have to exchange for another room due to AC not working.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeraldine

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tugce Arit

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was a nice hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mohammad Omair

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
⭐ 1 Star – Very Disappointing Experience I had a very disappointing stay at Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda in Punta Cana. For a resort marketed as “luxury,” this experience fell far below expectations. There were bugs crawling in our room, which was unacceptable and made the stay very uncomfortable. At the buffet, food labeling was poor, and vegetarian options were not clearly described. At the live cooking stations, the same hot plate was used for all foods without cleaning between orders, and the same spoon was used across all vegetable dishes, resulting in meat being mixed into the vegetables. This is a serious concern for hygiene, dietary restrictions, and food allergies. Communication was also difficult, as many staff members did not speak English, making it challenging to address concerns or ask basic questions. Overall, this resort does not meet the standards expected of a luxury all-inclusive. I do not recommend this resort based on cleanliness, food handling practices, and overall service.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Prasanna

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

anand

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well-maintained rooms with cordial staff. Breakfast offered a good variety, and the dinner restaurants served excellent food with well-designed menus. The resort has two outdoor pools and is overall very well kept. Entertainment was enjoyable, with daily activities, and the holiday lights added a nice festive touch. The outdoor seating areas, including near the sports bar, were a plus. It was great that Esmeralda guests had access to the other sister resorts within the complex. Good connection between resorts through frequent shuttles. However, compared to some of the other resorts, the Esmeralda lobby felt a bit average, and amenities like a coffee or dessert shop were missing. While the staff was friendly, limited English proficiency at times made basic communication challenging. For an international resort, improved English communication would enhance the guest experience. Beach is well maintained but not long enough. Ample chairs and tiki huts available. Stayed for 5 nights and Overall had great experience And highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rashmi

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tamika

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I booked a room with a swim up pool and I was unable to utilize the pool for the last 3 days of my stay because there were dead water bugs floating around. I called and went to the desk several times to get someone to clean the pool and no one ever came. I paid for a room that I was not able to fully utilize and it’s unfair. I also have footage of the bugs in the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, nice surroundings
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Rushabh

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Traveling with a baby, they gave us a room next to the cafe area which hosts lots of activities through the evening and night resulting in noise which was unbearable and lots of foot traffic and noisy people walking late into the night. Repeated calls to hotel were ignored. They had no decency to even apologize. Never coming back. Off, the buffet is not great. No taste in the food.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Gerald

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Neglected rooms and fixtures throughout. Lots of broken things. A la carte food was terrible
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yanhua

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah Christopher

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing, friendly and so courteous. Room spotless and food was in abundance and absolutely delicious. 5 summers and highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eltion

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very nice place I’ve been before and I can come again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Norman

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff is undertrained and not helpful at all. The hotel is basic and does not meet 5-star standards. The buffet food is poor, repetitive, and unappetizing, and hygiene is a serious concern—the buffet area is often dirty and kitchen staff do not use gloves. Additionally, guests are supposedly required to reserve the à la carte restaurants before arriving, yet no email or information is sent prior to arrival. As a result, you arrive at the hotel only to find out that all restaurants are already overbooked, forcing you to eat at the buffet every day. The room is acceptable, but overall I would not recommend this hotel or return.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergey, Raleigh

Staff
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Nadejda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed at Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda and had an enjoyable experience, especially with the accommodation. Our room was spacious, clean, and had an amazing ocean view. The bed was comfortable, and housekeeping kept the room spotless throughout our stay. The resort itself was beautiful, with well-kept grounds and plenty of amenities to keep us entertained. Unfortunately, the food and staff didn’t quite live up to the resort’s other features. The dining options were repetitive, and we found some of the meals to be bland and lacking in flavor. We were expecting a wider variety of fresh, local cuisine but were often disappointed with what was offered. The staff, while some were friendly, generally provided slow and indifferent service. We had several occasions where we had to wait a long time for assistance or help with basic requests. This lack of attention to customer service definitely impacted our overall experience. Majority of the staff didn’t speak English at all. All in all, while the accommodation and location were fantastic, the food and service were below expectations. If you're looking for a beautiful place to stay with great rooms and views, this resort is worth considering, but be prepared that the dining and service may not be as stellar as you'd expect from an all-inclusive.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

mario

Average 3-4 start resort. Grounds were well kept. Entreteimwj
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

nitin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer Ann, Burlington

Traveled with partner
The room was nice, but the bathroom was definitely not updated. Bathroom had a sewer smell at times, the bathtub was old and marked up, and shower had rusty old marbled tiles. We could hear animals or bugs at night in our vents near the door. Cockroach seen at lounge bar and one in our bathroom. Some staff were friendly, some don’t even make eye contact, will only attend to you if you tip first! Spent most of the week trying to find out where everything was, had to use cellphone too much for restaurants and information. Overall, would not go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Volodymyr

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bridget

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff members are not friendly to LGBTQ+ and interracial travelers and couples. We are extremely upset and disappointed. We didn't get service almost every time we went to the buffet, the rooms are dirty and smells like sewer, and the excursion was not what we paid for. Many other guests we talked to were disappointed as well in the resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kiandokht

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room service was okay! I had to ask them to refill the body-wash and shampoo, but they didn’t seem to care after following up twice with housekeeping. The variety of food at the restaurants was amazing! We tried five different places: Casa Bella, Italian, El Olive, Mediterranean, Limbo, French, M.E.A.T - Steakhouse, and Yurta, Mongolian. Casa Bella was the worst because the pastas had no taste. All of those places were amazing! The buffets were nice too!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Vincent

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025