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Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront property near Arena Gorda Beach

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Children's play area - indoor
7 restaurants, dinner served, international cuisine
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Arena Gorda Macao, Punta Cana, La Altagracia, 23000
  • Place, Arena Gorda Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Punta Blanca Golf Course
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Splash Water Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Punta Cana (PUJ-Punta Cana Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite Deluxe

  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite Deluxe

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(116 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite Deluxe

7.4 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite (Deluxe Swim Up)

  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite (Deluxe Swim Up)

  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite (Deluxe Swim Up)

  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite (Deluxe Swim Up)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Punta Cana

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of this Bávaro property, you'll find Arena Gorda Beach and Punta Blanca Golf Course. Splash Water Park and Iberostar Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Arena Gorda Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Punta Blanca Golf Course - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Splash Water Park - 3 min drive - 0.9 km
  • Los Corales Beach - 20 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Bavaro Beach - 28 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scoops - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bar Piscina Hibiscus - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Colonial - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bar Ambar Hotel Lobby - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Las Olas - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive

5-star beachfront property near Arena Gorda Beach
Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. At Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is available daily. There are 7 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 6 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a swim-up bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. This all-inclusive property also offers a complimentary water park, a children's pool, and outdoor tennis courts. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Punta Cana property is smoke free.

  • 570 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • 7 dining venues
  • 6 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2009
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Karaoke
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar on the beach
  • 1 conference room
  • Swim-up bar
Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive offers 570 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations have separate dining areas and are furnished with double sofa beds. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa, Bahia Spa. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages, facials, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • 7 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Bicycles
  • Bodyboard
  • Children's pool
  • Evening entertainment
  • Foosball table
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Karaoke
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Table tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Waterslide
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the property before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda

Esmeralda All Inclusive

Esmeralda Bahia

Luxury Bahia Principe Esmeralda

Luxury Bahia Principe Esmeralda All Inclusive

Luxury Bahia Principe Esmeralda All Inclusive Punta Cana

Luxury Bahia Principe Esmeralda Punta Cana

Luxury Esmeralda Bahia Principe

Luxury Principe Esmeralda

Principe Esmeralda

Bahia Principe Esmeralda Incl

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive to the airport?

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive is 16.9 mi (35-min drive) away from the Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive have an airport shuttle?

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive to the beach?

This property is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive offer free breakfast?

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive?

No, there is no casino at this property, but Casino Avalon Princess (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive?

This property offers free self parking.

Does Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive have a pool?

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive have a restaurant?

There are 7 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine and pool views.

Does Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Bahia Spa, where you can enjoy facials, aromatherapy, and detox wraps.

How close is Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive to downtown Punta Cana?

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive is 13 mi away from Punta Cana.

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 579 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephen Michael

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

EMEL LALE

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facility needs better maintenance, rooms were ok clean, could be better. Staff should be better trained to act professionally and friendly towards guests. There was a lot of bantering going on among restaurant staff while you are waiting your order to be delivered.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Anxhela

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

SOFIA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will definitely go back as soon as I can
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Leonardo

Travelled with partner
We went to celebrate 20 year anniversary, we actually got married at the resort. We have been at this Bahia resort now a 4th time. Unfortunately it has really fallen off. The good - Beach is still beautiful - The upgraded us to a beach view (Block 90, 3rd floor) The not so good - The shower in our room stunk of sewer, it was a strong odor. We told the concierge daily, and we were told every day a technician would come look at it. No one ever did. - No Hot Water for the first 2 days - Buffet is very basic, it used to be so much better - We both god food poisoning I sent a message to management while at the resort and they didn't do anything. Just the standard response "We are disappointed, we will improve and provide better service in the future, hope you give us another opportunity" Standard responses with no personal follow up loses customers. This is my last vacation with Bahia Read other reviews, there have been several people with similar situations
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Horacio Jorge

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Las habitaciones son muy amplias y comodas, dotadas de todos los elementos de un 5 estrellas
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sophie May

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellenteeeee
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Dorel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice room but 2 days without hot water
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Karima

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Pros: •Resort was beautiful and quiet compared to the other onsite resorts. •Bar staff were excellent, “Yalla” was the best at the pool bar. •Room service was fast for food and courteous when they arrived at my room. •Cart drivers were very nice too. •Buffets were tasty and the breakfast buffet manager always asked if the resort could do anything to improve my stay. Cons: •Never enough chairs at the pool or beach. •Pool was very cold •Beef meat cuts were unsatisfactory, even at the a la carte restaurants. •Gift shop sunglasses were $49 USD for stuff you can buy at a dollar store back home. •Oneida Dinner show was the worst part of my experience. The price was acceptable but the food was 0/10. I couldn’t eat anything there. It was pre-cooked, burnt, dry and looked like vomit. The Circus performers were entertaining and talented. Overall, I had a great time and would 100% go back. I just hope they address these issues
Oneida dinner show food was unacceptable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Tia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is amazing. Hands down. But the room smellt really musky, turned out the filter was mouldy, room smelt like air freshener for 2 days, then it went back to musky (our clothes smelt like our room by the end).. beer is the best at the sportsbar, everywhere else its a little water down. Again, staff amazing. I always had enough water and snacks in my room. Was very well treated. Restaurants - buffet is good, and the italian and the steak house, everything else very mediocre. The music is insanely loud at the pool and the beach, all morning and afternoon, definitely not the place to take my elderly mom, but would've been a better vibe with my boyfriend (in our 30s). Over all, I'd give it a 10/10 given the price, but I've traveled to turks and caicos and other islands at 5 star hotels and this wouldn't come close to it. And next time with my mom specifically, I would book an adults only and maybe spend a little more. I would come back here with my boyfriend, though. Next door to us was a family with young kids and we could hear them through the night.. we talked to them and it helped a bit. But hey, sunshine, unlimited drinks, and a huge variety of food, it was a great get away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Hannah, Brantford

Some staff were kinder than others. Rooms and facilities weren’t always the cleanest. Food was amazing at à la carte restaurants but buffet was sub par
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room , amenities, stuff, food, overall service is 5 star!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Laura Lee

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Nicci

Travelled with family
The female staff was rude, our first room had no running water. Also, there are no elevators so if you are booked on the 3rd floor- rough. Food is below average.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Inessa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t wash floors only swipe
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ryan John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pools were great, quiet and clean
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

JENNIFER

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jeraldine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good, room was good, but did have to exchange for another room due to AC not working.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeraldine

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

shravan

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shafina

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Please save yourselves the money and go elsewhere. Overall, this resort has been declining in it's accommodation, food, amenities and overall customer service. We as a family have been visiting the Bahia Principe 'LUXURY' Esmeralda since 2015 on and off. The Esmeralda was initially a lovely experience with exceptional service and accommodation. The hotel claims to have been recently renovated and there was absolutely no evidence of this and certainly nothing 'luxurious' about the experience. Room: We had two rooms as a family, traveling with teenage kids. Our room was dirty and the bathroom smelt of sewage most nights. The bathtub in our room looked like someone had tried to crawl their way out of it. There were cracks and dents with paint chipping, it could not be used. Food: Absolutely horrible. The buffet was a repeat everyday with very little variation. The quality has declined significantly. The à la carte restaurants were worse than the buffets. We booked into the Indian restaurant one evening, looked at the menu and just walked out. There was nothing on the menu that even resembled Indian food, there were items such as Brioche & Croquette, yet the restaurant was called (Naan_meaning bread) Unfortunately for us, this would be the last time we will visit the Esmeralda. The time spent with the family was priceless, however I honestly believe that the rating should be a 3.5 Star. A 5 star rating is really overrated.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Drew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: good polite serving staff, clean rooms, always had bottle water and beer available in room, restaurant food was good. Beach was nice and always had chairs and clean towels available. Felt safe always, even during transport from airport. Cons: if you're an only english speaking america you will have trouble understanding a lot of the workers, including the front desk personnel. We had to go back and ask someone when our reservations were and several other questions because we were clueless. Im not saying it's the resorts fault, but something to consider. The buffet food for lunch and dinner is horrible. The desserts are a total catfish, but the drinks were all good. We had several bahama mamas and pina coladas.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

CAROLINA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Service is terrible. Waiters are hateful
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025