Fodor's Expert Review Excellence Punta Cana
Punta Cana, Uvero Alto, La Altagracia, Dominican Republic Fodor's Choice
This adults-only, all-inclusive is particularly appealing to couples (honeymooners, for sure) and wedding parties, and attracts a younger, fun clientele. Basic rooms at the all-suite property are junior suites, and the swim-out rooms are most in demand. The spacious suites have double Jacuzzis. Honeymooners love the round-the-clock room service, but the restaurants are serving up fine fare like the excellent French restaurant. A very good spa—with a Zen fountain, indulgent massages, and other well-given treatments, plus hot-and-cold-water tubs—has a special couples’ menu. The fitness-cardio conditioning center is impressive, too, plus there's yoga and Pilates. The resort offers a full range of water sports and other activities, including guided horseback rides. Special nights, like the upscale barbecue, are energized with cool, live music.
The best deals are on the resort's website.
PROS
- no reservations are required at any of the restaurants
- super-sized, renovated Excellence Club suites are an expensive but worthy upgrade
- free long distance calls to the U.S. and Canada
CONS
- far from shopping, other restaurants, and nightlife
- isolating for singles
- honeymoon suites and others are far from the restaurants
- waters can be rough off the beach
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Rate Includes: All-Inclusive