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Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda - All Inclusive - Newly Renovated

5.0 star property

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7 restaurants, dinner served, international cuisine
7 restaurants, dinner served, international cuisine

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

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Arena Gorda Macao, Punta Cana, La Altagracia, 23000
  • Place, Arena Gorda Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Iberostar Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cana Bay Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Punta Cana (PUJ-Punta Cana Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite Deluxe

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite Deluxe

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

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite Deluxe

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(83 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite Deluxe

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (Deluxe Swim Up)

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (Deluxe Swim Up)

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (Deluxe Swim Up)

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (Deluxe Swim Up)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the area

Punta Cana

Located in Punta Cana (Bávaro), Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda - All Inclusive - Newly Renovated is within a 10-minute drive of Cana Bay Golf Club and Iberostar Golf Course. .This all-inclusive property is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Arena Gorda Beach and 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from Macao Beach.

What's nearby

  • Arena Gorda Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Punta Blanca Golf Course - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Iberostar Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Cana Bay Golf Club - 8 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Cortecito Beach - 10 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Acuario Restaurant Buffet - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mikado - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bar Ambar Hotel Lobby - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda - All Inclusive - Newly Renovated

Beachfront property with 7 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda - All Inclusive - Newly Renovated 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.

An outdoor tennis court and a complimentary water park with waterslides are featured at the property. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 570 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a nightclub, and a complimentary water park. This property also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
This property is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.

Enjoy international cuisine at Caney, one of the property's 7 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the swim-up bar, or one of 6 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Caney - Overlooking the pool, this buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Naan - This restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Taino - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Rodizio - This restaurant specializes in Brazilian cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Yurta - This restaurant specializes in Mongolian cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

All-inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included

Activities and facilities/equipment

All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkeling

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Miniature golf
Soccer
Tennis
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Dancing

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Access to onsite nightclubs
Onsite live performances

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return 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

Restaurants on site

  • Caney
  • Naan
  • Rodizio
  • Taino
  • Yurta

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • 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
  • Snorkelling
  • Table tennis
  • Waterslide
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda - All Inclusive - Newly Renovated Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 559 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 1021 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Solomon

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the property was clean and nice. Most of the staff were lovely especially the front desk staff and the spa! The massages were affordable I paid only $80 for an hour deep tissue massage and it was great. I didn’t like the entertainment, the drinks were very weak like juice and the food was subpar.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Ann

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Odalys

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Panjola

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was very beautiful, I would recommend it to anyone, couples or family with kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shakeya

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Marie the Butler was fantastic! She was one of the only people who was genuinely approachable and helpful during the stay. Unfortunately, the food service was a huge letdown. None of the restaurants on the property had available reservations, which made dining frustrating. That’s a 0 out of 10 for me. Also, the people on the beach selling excursions were harassing and misleading. It made it hard to relax and enjoy the beach without being constantly approached or pressured.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIAN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The bathroom had an odor and the room had a smell, we used allot of air fresheners and it didn’t help the smell.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mahsa Mohammadian

Liked: Staff & service
The check-in was frustrating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisandro

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No le recomiendo la propiedad a nadie , está sucia la propiedad, la playa no se puede usar pues está llena de sargazos y no la limpian , cucarachas en las habitaciones , la piscina con luces rotas , para colmo un día nos encontramos una tarde un vómito en la piscina y lo reportamos y no sacaron a nadie de la piscina (ellos ya lo habían visto y no hicieron nada ) , al día siguiente en la otra piscina tenía caca según ellos de niño ( ahí si comenzaron a sacarnos) el restaurante japonés tiene una peste que no pudimos comer en el y así como nosotros varias personas que tenían reservación se fueron por el mismo motivo , una noche las alarmas de fuego comenzaron a sonar a la 1 am y todo el mundo tubo que salir y era falsa alarma pero ya después de eso nadie podía dormir , allí no regresamos , llevamos varios años visitando PC a varios hoteles y esta experiencia fue terrible , en fin nos arruinaron las vacaciones familiares , por parte nuestra no deberían visitarla y pasar unos días malos
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan, JUANA DIAZ

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxury Esmeralda is a great place to stay. Facilities are excellent. Saludos a Ramon, Rubén, Albert, Albi y el Tocayo at the Amana Wet Pool Bar. You guys are the best! Also to Hector and the entertainment staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronisha

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property is large and family-friendly, and the Yuro (Hibachi) restaurant was the highlight — staff there made us feel truly welcome, especially Chef Castro and Chef Anyelo. Unfortunately, the rest of our stay at Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda was disappointing. Service was extremely slow at nearly every restaurant and bar. We were ignored at most à la carte restaurants, and staff did not speak English, which made things worse. We were often overlooked or not served at all. Rooms had no towels — not even small ones — and we were told to cut pool towels with scissors. My room had bugs, a strong odor, and the TV had no working remote or access to Netflix or Apple TV like previous room did which we changed due to AC not working. Both my sister and my room had stained sheets and a dirty tub. Our request for nearby rooms due to a medical emergency was honored but When her child felt faint, we were told to go to another resort or pay for help. Overall, this experience was stressful and disappointing
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Crystal

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property itself was very nice and large. I traveled with my family and two children. There was plenty to do for the younger crowds and entertainment was okay. Personally me and my family didn't feel welcomed when at this resort, we stayed for 6 days and did 4 nights a la carte restaurants, the service was horrible, we were ignored at all restaurants except for the buffet and at the restaurant Yuro. Throughout the whole time at the resort we were ignored and because we didn't speak or understand spanish they did not pay attention to our group. We were overlooked at restaurants and sometimes never served once we were seated. When arriving to the resort there were no wash cloths, only big towels, we were told someone would deliver towels at 12am and even told there were none to give out, I never received towels throughout my stay. I was given a large pool towel and scissors and was told to cut the towel! The tub was dirty with black marks inside and the white sheets had red stains, never even complained about that. My child felt faint at one point and I asked for a medical personnel to just take a look and was told i had to bring my sick child to another resort or if the medical personnel was to come to me the fee would be $400.00. I asked if I could bring food to my sick child in the room and was told no, I was told I would have to wait 45 minutes for the food to be brought to the room. This was the worst stay ever, complaining to the front desk they did nothing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Louis-Felix

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Imad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing really
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis, Kissimmee

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Humaira A

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Do NOT be fooled by the 5-star label — this resort is far from it. Our stay at Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda was one of the worst all-inclusive experiences we’ve ever had. The resort is small and not directly accessible by taxi — we were dropped off at Bahia Principe Fantasia and waited over 40 minutes for a golf cart to take us to Esmeralda. The only highlights were our butler Miguel, who was exceptional and went above and beyond, and the Friday night entertainment. Everything else was a huge disappointment. We booked thinking it was a newly renovated 5-star resort, but it felt outdated and poorly managed. The buffet served the same bland food daily for both lunch and dinner. The à la carte restaurants were hard to book, and the only great meal we had was at Limbo — located at a different resort in the same chain. Drinks were terrible — every cocktail tasted like straight sugar syrup. Service was consistently rude and unprofessional. We often had to wait nearly an entire meal just to get simple drinks, only to be ignored while servers prioritized familiar guests. The beach was filthy and full of seaweed, with no effort made to clean it — unlike neighboring resorts. To top it off, we were constantly bitten by mosquitoes. This is not a luxury resort. It’s a poorly run property hiding behind a name. We’ll never return — and neither should you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

carlos

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuleisi

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo estuvo muy excelente , solo que la habitación necesitaba muchas más aire acondicionado. Estaba con muy poco frío.todo lo demás bien
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food was ok no spectacular
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

rosemarie

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annesa

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

EVELYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

FARUK

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yekaterina

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Been here twice and I never go back to any resort more than once ! It’s so cozy and convenient. Food is delicious. Pools are great drinks are amazing. Beach and pool are adjacent to eachother no need to walk far. The staff is friendly and just overall vibe is perfect. Kids have fun as well. They have water slides and little canoes for kids to ride in the pool. And nightly entertainment. I have no complaints. All restaurants are directly next to each other and if you want more options you’re able to take the trolley to the sister resorts and eat there. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

NADYA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We are a couple who were in Bahia principal luxury Esmeralda in the first week of June. We really liked the resort. New beautiful room, delicious varied food in the restaurants, very friendly and attentive staff. The reason why we do not give the highest score is not quite correct information from the company that carried out the transfer from the resort to the airport. The fact is that according to the existing rules in Bahia, transport companies can only pick up guests from Fantasia or Turquesa, if you do not live there, then you need to go there. If you are not correctly informed, and you find yourself in the wrong place, then the transport company simply leaves without you. Which is what happened in our case. And one more small addition. Unfortunately, during our stay there was a lot of seaweed. It was impossible to go into the water. The resort tried very hard to improve the situation, cleaning machines worked even at night. We understand that this is nature and it is necessary to take this factor into account when planning a trip.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025