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Iberostar Selection Bávaro Suites in Punta Cana
🌍 Dominican, Punta Cana, Carretera Arena Gorda
● Center: 16 km
🌞 Beach - 5 min
➊ 1 line
☎ Phone: +1 809-221-6500Show
✅ Staff are frequently described as friendly and attentive, with specific mentions of Rafael at the buffet and French restaurant, and ambassadors like Gheremy ensuring smooth stays. ✅ The beach and grounds receive positive remarks for cleanliness and beauty, with guests appreciating daily walks and well-maintained pools. ✅ Dining options are varied and of good quality, with several guests highlighting excellent food variety and service in both buffet and à la carte restaurants. ✅ Entertainment staff are energetic and engaging, with activities like pool games and aqua fitness praised for adding to guest enjoyment. ✅ The availability of multiple kids’ clubs and family-oriented suites supports a family-friendly environment. ❌ Several guests reported maintenance issues such as malfunctioning showers without doors, inconsistent toilet function, and air conditioning problems that were not promptly resolved. ❌ Language barriers exist, with many staff members not speaking English fluently, complicating ordering and communication for some guests. ❌ Complaints about the presence of cockroaches and bed bugs in some rooms were noted, impacting guest comfort. ❌ The beach occasionally suffers from seaweed accumulation and unpleasant smells, which detracts from the beachfront experience. ❌ Some guests experienced difficulties with restaurant reservation systems and felt pressured by aggressive sales tactics promoting vacation club memberships.
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Description
Iberostar Selection Bávaro Suites is a 5-star resort established in 1993 and renovated in 2013, located on the first line of the Caribbean Sea in Punta Cana. The property features several buildings and bungalows set in a green area next to a private sandy beach just 15 meters away, with amenities including umbrellas, loungers, and Bali beds. Guests can choose from a wide range of suite types, including oceanfront, pool access, spa, and family connecting suites. The resort offers three à la carte restaurants, a buffet with live cooking stations, two outdoor pools, and a spa center with 21 massage cabins. There are three kids’ clubs divided by age groups (4-7, 8-12, 13-17), plus a golf course, a three-floor gym, and various water activities such as diving and fishing. The hotel maintains an 8.3/10 rating with praise for friendly staff, well-maintained grounds, and diverse dining options, although some guests noted issues with room maintenance and language barriers.
Location
Situated on Carretera Arena Gorda in Punta Cana, the hotel is 19 km from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) and 54 km from the city of Higüey. It lies directly on its own stretch of Arena Gorda Beach, with the shoreline just 15 meters from the rooms. Nearby dining includes the Buffet Higüey restaurant 354 meters away, and guests can access local attractions like an 18-hole golf course within the resort grounds. The location offers easy access to both beach relaxation and recreational activities, making it convenient for travelers looking to explore the Punta Cana area.
Tips
- Make restaurant reservations early, as booking can be challenging and some guests reported difficulties with the system.
- If you encounter any room maintenance issues, request a room change promptly before unpacking.
- For better communication, consider brushing up on basic Spanish phrases or using translation apps, since many staff have limited English.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. 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: For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
- Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:30 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Service animals: Service animals are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: Visa, AmericanExpress, DinersClub
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
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Services and facilities
General
- ATM
- Shopping on site
- Air conditioning
- Smoking areas
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Gift shop
- Garden
- Terrace
- Fire Extinguisher
- Reception desk
Rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Cable TV
- Minibar
- Slippers
- Toiletries
Accessibility
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Wheelchair access to restaurant
Services and amenities
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Telephone
Meals
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Transfer
- Transfer services
Languages Spoken
- Spanish
- English
Tourist services
- Tour assistance
Recreation
- Library
- Billiards
- Casino
- Nightclub
- Sun Deck
Parking
- Parking
Pool and beach
- Water park
- Swimming pool
- Outdoor pool
- Beach facilities
- Private beach
- Pool facilities
- Beach/pool towels
- Public beach
Business
- Business center
- Fax and copy machine
- Conference Hall
Sports
- Windsurfing
- Diving
- Table Tennis
- Snorkelling
- Golf course
- Tennis court
- Fitness facilities
- Gym
Beauty and wellness
- Doctor
- Massage
- Sauna
- Spa
Kids
- Playroom
- Babysitting and childcare
- Children's playground
- Children swimming pool
- Kids club
Pets
- Pets Not Allowed
The hotel is located on first line from the shore.
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 310 m. It takes 5 minutes To the beach!
Street view
Video: Coral Level at Iberostar Selection Bávaro - Punta Cana
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Reviews
06.05.2026
This was our 4th time to Iberostar Selection and we will definitely be returning again. The staff are very friendly and make us feel like we are home, recognizing us from our previous stays. The grounds are beautiful as well as the beach. They do a wonderful job at keeping the beach clean which is very evident walking on the beach past the Iberostar and seeing how the other resorts keep their beaches. Rafael at the buffet and the French restaurant was outstanding. He knew what our order for coffee would be every morning and served it before we asked. He was very attentive and friendly. It was a pleasure meeting him. Gheremy was our ambassador for our entire trip and was excellent in accommodating our requests. His service made our stay seemless. It was so great having someone so attentive to communicate our needs to. He always followed through and communicated with us every morning, asking if we needed anything. This was a game changer. Manny helped us to clean up some issues that we had with our room and followed through making sure things got done. Judith our housekeeper did an outstanding job. Pina and Pablo made the pool games and bingo so much fun and made us feel like part of the family. Diva did an excellent job with aqua fit. Great work out everyday!! We had a very pleasant conversation with Patrik in lobby one day asking some questions regarding the buffet. He took the time to converse with us and was very pleasant to talk to. We took a walk daily on the beach to meet Randy at the prestige bar. Great guy and plays great music. He even took our requests! Loved his singing. He made it a fun and up beat atmosphere We had a great time during our two week stay. Can’t wait until next year.
06.03.2026
I would not consider this an English-friendly resort. Most workers do not know any English, this includes service staff and even security officers. This made ordering, checking in, and generally asking for help difficult. I wouldn’t have noted this as a problem if Iberostar did not advertise the location as English-friendly
As for the room, the shower didn’t have a door and water would constantly get all over the bathroom. The toilet was inconsistently functional and fully stopped being able to flush by the 6th day. The water also had an odd smell in the bathroom.
Limited water activities, less than what was listed. The only option was really kayaking which required an additional fee to do.
Food and drink were great. Most staff were still friendly, although some waitresses were rude. The add-on shuttle service workers had poor communication and were also impatient with us and we were constantly given conflicting instructions on how to set up our return flight transportation.
As for the room, the shower didn’t have a door and water would constantly get all over the bathroom. The toilet was inconsistently functional and fully stopped being able to flush by the 6th day. The water also had an odd smell in the bathroom.
Limited water activities, less than what was listed. The only option was really kayaking which required an additional fee to do.
Food and drink were great. Most staff were still friendly, although some waitresses were rude. The add-on shuttle service workers had poor communication and were also impatient with us and we were constantly given conflicting instructions on how to set up our return flight transportation.
05.03.2026
We are having an amazing time at Iberostar Selection Bavaro Suites. The food is incredibly delicious and service has been great (for the most part - minibar sometimes not stocked without having to call, and face washcloths are hard to come by). We have a terrace room, and the lounger is one of the best spots to relax with a bit of privacy. The pools and grounds are very well kept.
Btw, Natalia from Cool Wagon Bar was 10/10 for making drinks! Siboney, ice cream bar and Star Cafe staff deserve a special shout out too :)
Btw, Natalia from Cool Wagon Bar was 10/10 for making drinks! Siboney, ice cream bar and Star Cafe staff deserve a special shout out too :)
02.03.2026
Perfect!......... This place exceeded our expectations. It is our 3rd. Iberostar resorts in the past 7 years and all were fantastic. Excellent value for your money. Great location. Great selection of food and drinks. Room cleaning service was very good. Pools were wonderful but could have been a bit warmer (ocean was actually warmer than the pools). The beach was great for long walks. Being able to also use the Iberostar Waves Dominicana (Iberostar's other resort) made this vacation even better. It was nice being able to use their facility as well (pools, bars, restaurants, nightly entertainment, etc..) it felt like you get two resorts for the price of one! If you get up early, don't miss the sunrise .... Spectacular! I really don't think there is a bad room in this resort. It has beautifully maintained landscaping throughout the entire complex and uplighting on most palm trees at nighttime. A relaxing vacation with a very Caribbean feel about it. We felt very safe walking around this resort at any time day or night. So glad we picked this resort. We can't think of a bad thing to say about it, and it definitely deserves a 5-star rating from us!
06.02.2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We had an absolutely fantastic stay at Iberostar Selection Bávaro. The resort is beautiful, very well maintained, and located directly on a stunning beach with soft white sand and crystal-clear turquoise water.
The service truly stands out: the entire staff is exceptionally friendly, attentive, and professional, making you feel welcome from the very first moment. The rooms are modern, clean, and comfortable, offering everything you need for a relaxing vacation.
A real highlight is the sports program at “Fit & Fun”. It is diverse, well organized, and suitable for all fitness levels. Whether you enjoy classes, training sessions, or active relaxation, there is something for everyone.
Special praise goes to the animation team, which is always cheerful, motivating, and pleasantly unobtrusive. In particular Fresa, Lulu, Pantherita, and El Nino made our stay even more enjoyable with their energy, friendliness, and genuine passion for what they do.
The food was also excellent, with a wide variety and very good quality, both at the buffet and in the à la carte restaurants.
Overall, an outstanding resort with a wonderful atmosphere. We would happily return and can highly recommend it!
We had an absolutely fantastic stay at Iberostar Selection Bávaro. The resort is beautiful, very well maintained, and located directly on a stunning beach with soft white sand and crystal-clear turquoise water.
The service truly stands out: the entire staff is exceptionally friendly, attentive, and professional, making you feel welcome from the very first moment. The rooms are modern, clean, and comfortable, offering everything you need for a relaxing vacation.
A real highlight is the sports program at “Fit & Fun”. It is diverse, well organized, and suitable for all fitness levels. Whether you enjoy classes, training sessions, or active relaxation, there is something for everyone.
Special praise goes to the animation team, which is always cheerful, motivating, and pleasantly unobtrusive. In particular Fresa, Lulu, Pantherita, and El Nino made our stay even more enjoyable with their energy, friendliness, and genuine passion for what they do.
The food was also excellent, with a wide variety and very good quality, both at the buffet and in the à la carte restaurants.
Overall, an outstanding resort with a wonderful atmosphere. We would happily return and can highly recommend it!
28.12.2025
Great staff, good food- the rooms are a bit dated though
23.12.2025
Great staff and amenities! Second time here and would definitely come back!
11.12.2025
Staff amazing!! Grounds beautiful! Beach beautiful! Great quick trip from Boston! So many great things truly an amazing stay! Just a few things I wish I knew prior. Dinner reservations won’t be easy unless you do the “free breakfast” which is a sales pitch to buy into the vacation club. The locals are continuously selling on the beach. They are so nice but “it’s let’s make a deal”…with everything. Our ac wouldn’t go lower than 20 degrees Celsius. It was hot! But manageable. I spoke with someone 3 different times telling me it would be fixed…it was never fixed. On day 3 a very large cockroach was in my bathroom! They did send someone to exterminate which was great…but for the last 2 days we were finding dead or 1/2 dead roaches. It was uncomfortable to say the least….moral of the story??? You dislike one thing in your room? DEMAND a new room before you unpack and look for “roach dirt” Google it it’s a thing!
05.11.2025
The staff were very attentive and the entertainment was great! We really enjoyed our stay!
13.10.2025
Staff was not focused on cleanliness and hygiene in and around the dining areas.
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POIs near hotel
Coral Lab (6 min)
Aquarium showcasing coral species and marine biodiversity research.
Playa Princess (1.4 km)
Beach resort attraction offering water sports and coastal recreation.
Chocolate (55 min)
Museum dedicated to chocolate history, production, and tasting experiences.
Aroma's Museum (4 km)
Museum exploring scents, fragrances, and aromatic plant history.
Ocean Adventures (5 km)
Theme park with water rides and adventure activities centered on ocean themes.
Cafe and Restaurants near hotel
Restaurant «Buffet Higuey» (5 min)
Пунта Кана 23000
Frequently asked questions about Iberostar Selection Bávaro Suites
What types of suites are available at Iberostar Selection Bávaro Suites?
The hotel offers Junior Suite, Junior Suite with tropical view, Junior Suite oceanfront, Double Junior Suite, Double Junior Suite with tropical view, Double Junior Suite oceanfront, Near Pool Junior Suite, Near Pool Double Junior Suite, Near Beach Junior Suite, Near Beach Double Junior Suite, Pure Wellness Junior Suite, Pure Wellness Double Junior Suite, Pool Access Junior Suite, Pool Access Double Junior Suite, Spa Junior Suite, Spa Double Junior Suite, Connecting Family Junior Suite, and Penthouse Double Suite oceanfront.
Is there a private beach at the hotel?
Yes, Iberostar Selection Bávaro Suites has its own sandy beach located 15 meters from the hotel buildings, with umbrellas, loungers, and Bali beds available.
Are there facilities for children at the resort?
The hotel features three kids’ clubs divided by age groups: 4-7 years, 8-12 years, and 13-17 years.
What dining options are provided on-site?
There are three à la carte restaurants, one buffet restaurant with a culinary show, and bars on the property.
How far is the hotel from Punta Cana International Airport?
The hotel is approximately 19 kilometers from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ).
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