Catalonia Bavaro Beach Resort

“Perfect Holiday”

I will start my review by mentioning that we have travelled as a large group of 14 (7 rooms) with Exclusive Traveller Club. Therefore I will not review the rooms as these are always excellent. Last time we visited Catalonia Bavaro was in 2019 and we were pleased then as we are now. Dining: The reso… more

I will start my review by mentioning that we have travelled as a large group of 14 (7 rooms) with Exclusive Traveller Club. Therefore I will not review the rooms as these are always excellent. Last time we visited Catalonia Bavaro was in 2019 and we were pleased then as we are now. Dining: The resort offers a variety of dining options, including buffet and à la carte restaurants. The Grand Caribe Restaurant serves a delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while the Pizzeria Sorrento offers wood-fired pizzas that are a must-try. There are also several bars, including a natural juice bar and an exclusive bar for privileged guests. We have dined to all restaurants in the resort and the ones at the adults only. Generally, the food was good and I believe everyone can find something that they like. Bars: 90% of the time we have spent at Pure Bar where Ivelisse and Irrael are the masters of cocktails during the day and Angela in the evenings. I cannot praise them enough. Always smiling, ready to help and doing the extra mile. At Curacao bar I have to mention Daris and Nicole as they were great at mixing drinks. Activities: The resort offers a wide range of activities to keep guests entertained. Options include aerobics, bike rides, water sports, and evening entertainment. For those who enjoy staying active, the aerobics classes are energetic and fun, providing a great workout with a view of the beach. Bike rides around the resort are a wonderful way to explore the lush surroundings and enjoy the tropical scenery. Water sports enthusiasts can take advantage of the clear waters for snorkelling, kayaking, and windsurfing. In the evenings, the resort comes alive with entertainment options such as live music, dance shows, and themed parties, ensuring there's always something exciting to do. Amenities: The outdoor pool is a standout, offering a refreshing escape with plenty of loungers and shaded spots to chill out. The full-service spa is a peaceful haven, with a variety of treatments like massages, facials, and body wraps to help you unwind and feel rejuvenated. The resort also has a lively casino where you can try your luck, and a well-kept golf course that's both challenging and fun for golf lovers. These amenities add to the variety of activities available, making sure there's something for everyone to enjoy. Service: The staff at Catalonia Bavaro Beach Resort are exceptionally friendly and attentive, always ready to assist with a warm smile. From the moment you arrive, they go out of their way to make you feel welcome and ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible. Whether it's the front desk staff helping with check-in, the restaurant servers remembering your favourite drink, or the activities coordinators organizing fun events, their dedication to excellent service is evident. Housekeeping is thorough and efficient, ensuring that your room is spotless and well-stocked with amenities each day. They even add thoughtful touches, like arranging towels into creative shapes, which adds a delightful surprise to your return to the room. Here I have to mention Felix and Jensy from ETC team that looked after us. Franceli and Yomary from the ETC concierge who were great. Although my review above may seem too good to be true, I can assure anyone reading it that is genuine. As I have mentioned at the beginning, we have travelled as a group of 14. It is very hard to please everyone, but in our group everyone was thrilled by the experience lived for two weeks. Sure, there are mistakes everywhere, but what is perfect? For us this was the PERFECT HOLIDAY!!!!

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“One of our best holidays”

The hotel overall is great, the food is lovely, staff are friendly, helpful and so hard working. We upgraded to privileged, you get a few perks like 10% off in shops and 24hr room service and the rooms are better. Maria Bel’en and Masibel were outstanding in welcoming to buffets, always a big smil… more

The hotel overall is great, the food is lovely, staff are friendly, helpful and so hard working. We upgraded to privileged, you get a few perks like 10% off in shops and 24hr room service and the rooms are better. Maria Bel’en and Masibel were outstanding in welcoming to buffets, always a big smile 😊 Halloween was fantastic, so much thought went into decorating and food, they thought of everything. Will definitely come back.

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“21st birthday down south”

+ the resort itself is nice + the layout, plenty of space + variety of food + premium Jr suite is spacious +clean +staff is quick to respond when issue -food is just meh, could be more flavourful -soundproofing is lacking especially on the ground floor -housekeeping is loud in the morning -show… more

+ the resort itself is nice + the layout, plenty of space + variety of food + premium Jr suite is spacious +clean +staff is quick to respond when issue -food is just meh, could be more flavourful -soundproofing is lacking especially on the ground floor -housekeeping is loud in the morning -shower is tiny -no place to hang dry clothes in the room -ran out of beach towels daily Party of 7, 4 rooms. Many staff members’ English or French was lacking. 2 rooms had toilets that malfunctioned. Maintenance was quick to come fix them.

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