Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa in Punta Cana
✅ Staff described as consistently warm, professional, and attentive, with personalized service noted in several reviews. ✅ Cleanliness praised across rooms and common areas, with daily housekeeping ensuring comfortable stays. ✅ Family-friendly amenities including water parks, kids’ clubs, and activities appreciated, providing entertainment for children. ✅ Good variety and quality of food options mentioned by multiple guests, especially buffet and themed dinners. ✅ Convenient shuttle service to the beach and around the large resort complex facilitates access despite the hotel’s distance from the shore. ❌ Beach often crowded with limited availability of chairs leading to disputes, as reported by several guests. ❌ Rooms noted as outdated with some maintenance issues such as poor lighting, door lock problems, and presence of insects. ❌ Food at a la carte restaurants received mixed or negative feedback compared to buffet offerings. ❌ Language barrier reported; some guests found limited English-speaking staff requiring translation apps. ❌ Check-in policies charged adult rates for children over 12, which was an unexpected cost for some families.
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Description
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa is a family-oriented hotel within the large Bahia Principe Bavaro Resort complex, built in 2013 and renovated in 2012. It features 502 rooms housed in 24 three-story villas spread over 245,000 m². The hotel emphasizes child-friendly facilities including a kids' club for ages 4 to 12, a water park, mini-golf, and a supervised baby station. Family Club rooms offer additional perks like private pools, special check-in, and child-specific amenities. Guests have access to two buffet restaurants and one exclusive a la carte restaurant serving Dominican cuisine, plus shared use of the wider resort’s 5 a la carte restaurants and multiple bars. The property offers free Wi-Fi in the lobby for one hour daily and paid internet elsewhere. Pool umbrellas and loungers are complimentary, and shuttle trains connect the hotel to the private Playa Bavaro beach about 1000 meters away. Pets are not allowed, and the hotel maintains a non-smoking policy except in designated areas.
Location
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa is located in Punta Cana at Carr. El Macao - Arena Gorda, approximately 20 km from Punta Cana International Airport (about 40 minutes by car). The hotel is part of a cluster of Bahia Principe resorts, with nearby 5-star sister properties including Luxury Bahia Principe Esmeralda and Grand Bahia Principe Bavaro. The hotel’s own beachfront is Playa Bavaro, situated 840 to 1000 meters from the accommodation, accessible via a shuttle train running through the resort grounds. Local dining options within 300-350 meters include Bugambilia Restaurante and Restaurant Los CORALES, each rated 8/10 by guests. The hotel’s expansive 245,000 m² territory features pools, bars, and recreational facilities, with the beach on the third coastline behind a promenade.
Tips
- Plan to arrive early at the beach to secure loungers due to high demand.
- Consider booking Family Club rooms if traveling with children to benefit from extra amenities and dedicated pools.
- Bring some basic Spanish phrases or a translation app to ease communication, as English may be limited among staff.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: Option: Buffet Opening hours: [Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:30 Open Contact the property to see if extra breakfast is available. If so, you can pay for it at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: Visa, MasterCard
- Check in time: 12:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- ATM
- Shopping on site
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Smoking areas
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Gift shop
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Fire Extinguisher
- Bridal suite
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- VIP room amenities
- Cable TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Bathrobe
- Slippers
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Telephone
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Diet menu (on request)
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Restaurant
- Restaurant (buffet style)
- Snack bar
- Vending machine
- Bottled water
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet
- Shuttle
- Car rental
- Airport transportation
- Transfer services
- Spanish
- German
- English
- French
- Tour assistance
- Free bicycle rental
- Bike rental
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Casino
- Karaoke
- Mini golf
- Nightclub
- Fishing
- Barbeque
- Sun Deck
- Ping-Pong
- Offsite parking reservations required
- Water park
- Swimming pool
- Spa tub
- Indoor Pool
- Outdoor pool
- Beach facilities
- Water fun
- Water sport facilities
- Pool facilities
- Beach/pool towels
- Next to the beach
- Transfer to the beach (free)
- Business center
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- Windsurfing
- Diving
- Darts
- Snorkelling
- Tennis court
- Fitness facilities
- Gym
- Solarium
- Massage
- Beauty services
- Sauna
- Spa
- First Aid Kit
- Playroom
- Babysitting and childcare
- Children's playground
- Children swimming pool
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Kids club
- Pets Not Allowed
The hotel is located on third line from the shore.
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 840 m. It takes 13 minutes To the beach!
Beach view
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Reviews
Buffet food and restaurants could be improved. And smoking should not be permitted poolside.
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Frequently asked questions about Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa
How far is Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa from the beach and is transport provided?
The hotel is about 1000 meters from Playa Bavaro beach. A shuttle train runs regularly throughout the resort grounds to transport guests to the beach.
Are there special amenities for families with children?
Yes, the hotel offers a kids' club for ages 4 to 12, a children’s water park, baby station, mini-golf, and a supervised baby food preparation service. Family Club rooms include private pools and child-specific amenities.
Is Wi-Fi included in the stay?
Wi-Fi is free in the lobby for one hour per day. Internet access elsewhere on the property is available for an additional fee.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
No, pets are not allowed at Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa.
What dining options are available within the hotel complex?
Guests can dine at two buffet restaurants and one exclusive a la carte restaurant specializing in Dominican cuisine within the hotel, plus access to five additional a la carte restaurants in the wider resort complex.
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Hotel prices for: August - September 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 184 USD The best time to book is August 17, with rates starting from 183 USD