Fodor's Expert Review Paradisus Palma Real

Avenida Barceló, Bávaro, La Altagracia, Dominican Republic Fodor's Choice

This luxury all-inclusive is a visual showstopper. The average suite, with flat-screen TV, terrace, and semi-open marble bathroom with jet showers and a Jacuzzi for two, is spacious. Family-oriented, the Reserve, a private self-contained group of 190 luxurious suites, has an optional, signature, family-concierge plan, that includes lavish attention for kids, who get their own check-in, welcome backpacks, and mini robes and slippers. The mini club offers sports activities in the multiadventure park (climbing wall, trampolines) and arts and crafts activities (mask-making and cooking among them). The resort's restaurants are trendy, opulently decorated, though in some cases the decor may outshine the food; Royal-level guests have a new exclusive Italian Palazzo Restaurant. Four spas shared across Paradisus properties offer a soothing experience.

PROS

  • adjacent to the Palma Real Shopping Center
  • guests enjoy unlimited golf at Cocotal Golf & Country Club
  • special promos on website offers discounted rates

CONS

  • restaurants and nightlife are far from some rooms
  • the Reserve does not have sea views, and guests must shuttle to main beach
  • large resort with little personal service unless you are in one of the special areas

QUICK FACTS

Resort
Family
$$$$

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 809-688–5000

HOTEL DETAILS

554 rooms
Rate Includes: All-Inclusive

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