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Gran Bahia Principe Ambar Adults Only - All Inclusive

Arena Gorda-Macao, Seccion Baigua-Higuey, Punta Cana, 00

of Cancun Airport

4 stars out of 5

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Terms and conditions

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD

An adult (18+) only hotel located in the beautiful country of Dominican Republic. This all-new property is part of the Don Pablo collection, which offers extra amenities and superb services for the adult that's looking for the relax time. The hotel offers welcome cocktail, VIP amenities, International drinks, butler service (O/R), room service (from 10 am till 6 am), turndown service, bathrobe in room, pillow menu, towel service at pools and beach, games and organized activities, complete mini bar with alcoholic drinks (mini bottles) with daily refill, sports-1 hour free: windsurf, kayaks, sailing, boogie boards, catamaran, tennis (lighting with extra charge), mountain bikes, snorkeling, diving lesson in the pool (on request), sports-on request: boccia, soccer, basketball, volley-ball, mini golf, gym, aerobic and merengue lessons, free entrance and all local drinks in the disco located in the "Pueblo Principe", clients staying at Gran Bahia Principe AMBAR have the right of using the facilities and services of the hotel as well as the rest of the facilities of the resort: five swimming pools, eight restaurants, ten bars, two snack bars, two lobby bars and four wet bars, unlimited a la carte dinners in specialty restaurants(with previous reservation),large sun terrace and gardens with sunshades and sun beds (all of wood), amphitheatre for entertainment programs and shows, tennis courts and mini golf, water sports and diving centre on the beach (with extra charge), spa and gym, meeting rooms, gazebo for weddings, business centre, concierge, conference facilities, free breakfast, free parking, health club, Internet access-high speed ($10 for 5 minutes), pool, restaurant, room service and spa services (massage, facial, steam room, etc).

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

Reviews from our customers

Overall score

4.3 out of 5

(35 reviews)

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Hotel address: Arena Gorda-Macao, Seccion Baigua-Higuey, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic  00  

 
 

Area served

Provincia La Altagracia.

Area airports

Punta Cana International Airport.

Description

The hotel is located right on a white sand beach of 700m front. A Caribbean style hotel with touches of colonial decoration surrounded by tropical vegetation and is right next to the new golf club Punta Blanca and near Palma Real-Cocotal Golf Club, Punta Cana Golf Club and 90 minutes drive to Casa de Campo Golf Club.

Amenities

  • Internet Access
  • Conference Facilities
  • Free Breakfast
  • Fitness room
  • Restaurant
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Free Parking
  • Health Club
  • Pool
  • High Speed Internet
  • Room service
  • Concierge
  • Spa services
  • Business center

Dining

Main Restaurant

International Buffet: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Gourmet

A La Carte Reservation required

Italian

A La Carte Reservation required

Seafood

A La Carte Reservation required

Please enter check-in and check-out dates to the right to select a room

Junior Suite

This room offers one king size bed or two full size beds style "pillow top", sofa bed, air conditioning, ceiling fan, full bathroom, hairdryer, vanity mirror, scales, alarm clock, coffee maker facilities, plasma satellite TV, direct telephone, private safe (no extra charges), mini bar and balcony/terrace.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

Reviews from our customers

Overall score

4.3 out of 5

(35 reviews)

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Score

4 out of 5

Good for adult

Georgetta Dec 24, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Everything was great ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Family


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Beautiful Resort, first class service

Shellbell Dec 23, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We arrived about 6pm on a Friday evening. We were met at the airport by a bellboy and quickly were taken to where we needed ... to go. The ride to the resort was a bit scary, as we didn't actually observe traffic laws, but nevertheless, we arrived to a gorgeous resort where we were greeted by smiling, friendly people. Our bags were taken care of for us, we were given a cocktail and told to have a seat while they worked to get us checked in. We were given a map of the resort and wrist bands and then the bell boy took us to our room. The room was spotless, decorated beautifully with fresh flowers. We went down to dinner, where we were greeted by many smiling faces and brought to our table where we were waited on hand and foot during our entire meal. We never had a bad meal while we were there, not even at the buffet. We always found a beach or a pool chair. We had the vacation of a lifetime. The only thing that I could think to complain about was the fact that we were only ever brought 1 washcloth when they would clean our rooms. It was a bit odd since there were 2 of us, but we made do. We had a 5 star experience. There were people around us that we noticed complaining, and funny thing about that was, the majority of the complainers were Americans-go figure. The people that worked on the resort were such hardworking individuals, day in and day out, the same people, all day long. They were so interested in serving us and making our stay enjoyable. They always had time to give us a smile and greet us. Tipping went a long way down there. These people appreciate even a dollar or two. We stayed on the resort the entire week and didn't do any of the excursions. We were there to relax. There was always stuff to do. Pool areobics, dance lessons, beach sports, shows in the evening...we took in several. The most amazing was the Michael Jackson show, put on by their proffessional theater team. They lip-syched the music and danced. They were amazing! In fact, we sat through both shows that were put on that evening. We were very sad to leave and absolutely will be making a trip back there. This trip was especially memorable for us, because we became engaged. Special memories from a truely beautiful vacation.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples

Entertainment tip, Short Walk

Take in the evening shows. They were a great way to end the night, and the entertainment staff was fabulous!


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Score

4 out of 5

Great couple getaway

Pingpong Dec 20, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Ambar is realy great place to stay , but food is look a like in any above average resort in Punta CanaIn GYM missing ping ... pong table , and no billiard table either.Ahyhow ,staff is perfect and absolutly friendly and kind ,we have great vacation . [...]

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples


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Quick tips from our users

Entertainment tip, Short Walk

Take in the evening shows. They were a great way to end the night, and the entertainment staff was fabulous!

--Shellbell, Lacrosse, WI Dec 23, 2009

Dining tip

SKip the dinner reservation places...they weren't very good. Instead, go to the buffet at the adjoining resort. That buffet is a lot better than the ones at the Ambar. with the exception of breakfast. The Ambar breakfast buffet is great!

--Couple's 4 day getaway, Ambar Principe Dec 8, 2009

Shopping tip, Long Walk

There is a flea market about 1.5 miles from the hotel. remember to bargain and there are some great punta cana finds here (beach wraps, rum, jewlery, paintings, etc.)

--anonymous, St. Louis, MO Nov 29, 2009

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Reviews from our customers

Overall score

4.3 out of 5

(35 reviews)

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Score

4 out of 5

Good for adult

Georgetta Dec 24, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Everything was great ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Family


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Beautiful Resort, first class service

Shellbell Dec 23, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We arrived about 6pm on a Friday evening. We were met at the airport by a bellboy and quickly were taken to where we needed ... to go. The ride to the resort was a bit scary, as we didn't actually observe traffic laws, but nevertheless, we arrived to a gorgeous resort where we were greeted by smiling, friendly people. Our bags were taken care of for us, we were given a cocktail and told to have a seat while they worked to get us checked in. We were given a map of the resort and wrist bands and then the bell boy took us to our room. The room was spotless, decorated beautifully with fresh flowers. We went down to dinner, where we were greeted by many smiling faces and brought to our table where we were waited on hand and foot during our entire meal. We never had a bad meal while we were there, not even at the buffet. We always found a beach or a pool chair. We had the vacation of a lifetime. The only thing that I could think to complain about was the fact that we were only ever brought 1 washcloth when they would clean our rooms. It was a bit odd since there were 2 of us, but we made do. We had a 5 star experience. There were people around us that we noticed complaining, and funny thing about that was, the majority of the complainers were Americans-go figure. The people that worked on the resort were such hardworking individuals, day in and day out, the same people, all day long. They were so interested in serving us and making our stay enjoyable. They always had time to give us a smile and greet us. Tipping went a long way down there. These people appreciate even a dollar or two. We stayed on the resort the entire week and didn't do any of the excursions. We were there to relax. There was always stuff to do. Pool areobics, dance lessons, beach sports, shows in the evening...we took in several. The most amazing was the Michael Jackson show, put on by their proffessional theater team. They lip-syched the music and danced. They were amazing! In fact, we sat through both shows that were put on that evening. We were very sad to leave and absolutely will be making a trip back there. This trip was especially memorable for us, because we became engaged. Special memories from a truely beautiful vacation.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples

Entertainment tip, Short Walk

Take in the evening shows. They were a great way to end the night, and the entertainment staff was fabulous!


Expand full review

Score

4 out of 5

Great couple getaway

Pingpong Dec 20, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Ambar is realy great place to stay , but food is look a like in any above average resort in Punta CanaIn GYM missing ping ... pong table , and no billiard table either.Ahyhow ,staff is perfect and absolutly friendly and kind ,we have great vacation . [...]

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Nice setting

Hostivarka pair Dec 17, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Everything was perfect including food - except any beef dish (mainly steaks)were undercooked tough to chew. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

3 out of 5

Quick tip

Ambar all-inclusive

Couple's 4 day getaway Dec 8, 2009

A lot of Europeans this time of year which had I know there wasn't going to be much English being spoken we would've gone ... after the holidays. The drinks were watered down and the food was just ok. We were not impressed with the dinners at the so called fine dining restaurants. We loved teh beach though. The pool was nice too. The beach doesn't get any better than where we were!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
2
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip

SKip the dinner reservation places...they weren't very good. Instead, go to the buffet at the adjoining resort. That buffet is a lot better than the ones at the Ambar. with the exception of breakfast. The Ambar breakfast buffet is great!


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Score

4 out of 5

Great Vacation Destination

Jamie Dec 6, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Very impressed with the Ambar. Right on the beach. Other than the Italian returant(only okay), food was great. Very clean, ... can't say that enough.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
5
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Good vacation for price

anonymous Nov 29, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This was a great vacation for the price. We were here 11/20-27 and the hotel was at a 100% occupancy. Here are the ... highlights: Beach: Gorgeous, but a little loud. Lots of Europeans which = lots of topless women and smoking. Pool: only 1 at the ambar side but large and gorgeous Grounds: AMAZING! Well maintained! Rooms: Very large but there are no ocean views Food: 3 ala carte options for dinner on the ambar side (you can to the other restaurants but the quality is not as good) and food was hit and miss. Most was bland & catered towards the Europeans. Buffet style for breakfast and lunch which became redundant. Drinks: The pool & beach bar had the local fare but the hotel lobby had some imported alcohol. Overall, the drinks were good and not watered down. Fitness center: 2 treadmills, 2 ellipticals, & 6 spinning bikes. It serves its purpose but not fancy Water sports: hotel did not have snorkels or rafts. Bring your own! Did have kayaks and hobie cats to use. I would recommend this hotel if you get a good bargain because the beach and grounds are gorgeous. Otherwise the loudness and food would keep me away. I would not recommend this hotel if its your first time out of the US.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Shopping tip, Long Walk

There is a flea market about 1.5 miles from the hotel. remember to bargain and there are some great punta cana finds here (beach wraps, rum, jewlery, paintings, etc.)


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Incredible Vacation!

Michele mother of 3 Nov 23, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We went down without our 4 children for a 4 day break. It was the best vacation we've ever had with or without the kids. ... The staff was wonderful, the drinks were great, the couples massage was unbelievable. The weather couldn't have been better. We met alot of nice people there on vacation as well, most of them repeaters! That says alot. We'd definately go back and bring the kids.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, In Hotel

I would set up your dinners at the different restaurants when you first get there. Easier and less to think about later.


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

"Fantastic resort"

GENTLEMEN GEORGE Nov 18, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This was a great resort to stay at. You will have a multiple choice of food at the restaurants, the pools have a bar by them, ... you have access to the beach by the resort, and the rooms was wonderful!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Single

Entertainment tip, In Hotel

There is a disco club, that is on the resort. It is open from 12:00AM until 2:00AM, you will receive free drinks!


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Score

2 out of 5

Speciality Restaurants

Grumpy B Oct 20, 2009

Staff members were very professional and courteous. Golf was great. Have been to Dominican Republic five times and this was ... the worse food ever.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Very relaxing trip

Punta Cana chick Sep 28, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We did the couples spa.. It was ok.. It was more a rub down than what we had selected from the choices. We also did a ... snorkling excursion, and it was nice. The staff did not provide pictures or video while we were snorkling.I've had this done in a few other punta cana resorts.It would of been nice to have for memories. The staff was great with keeping up with our celebrations.. We were celebrating our first year wedding anniversary and my birthday. They gave us extra ammenities like 10% off our massages. The staff also provided a cake and extra desserts for both occasions.. It was awesome!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Great trip

sunflower Aug 25, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Staff was superb. Nice and quiet and peaceful. Did one excursion while there-dune buggies-was so much fun ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Nightlife tip, Short Walk

If you want night life-walk over to the bavaro/punta cana lobby.


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Ambar means great

gxn Aug 21, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Bahia Principe Ambar is mostly for couples but I saw some families with adult kids. Also Dominican Rep. caters to a lot of ... europeans so expect to see women topless and everyone smoking but there are designated spots for smokers so non smokers will be fine.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, In Hotel

Take lots of $1 bills for tipping it goes a long way, remember these are poor people working for little money so they appreciate anything they can get for the great service they give.


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Beautiful Romantic Fantastastic Resort

blondebeachbum Aug 15, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This resort is gorgeous! The staff was very friendly and helpful! The place is spotless--they are working 24/7 to keep it ... clean & picture perfect all the time. This was a very restful, relaxing vacation which is exactly what we wanted!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples

Shopping tip, In Hotel

Bring enough money or traveler's checks! I could not use my debit or credit card as my bank put up a fraud protection alert!!


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Best Vacation Ever !!!

Female (25-30) Aug 10, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This was a vacation of a lifetime. Great friendly staff, great location and overall excellent service. I will definetally ... stay there again. I am already planning my next trip back. The hotel is amazing. Great rooms and very clean. The staff is wonderfull and very helpfull. We had the time of our lives. We loved every minute of the trip.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Recreation/Attractions tip

Definetelly go on the Saona Island excursion. The most beautiful island. White sand, turquoise water and beautiful palm trees. You can take pictures with starfish and drink out of a coconut. Loved it!!! Also, the dolphin island is awesome. Swim and take pictures with dolphins, sharks and stingrays. Highly recommend it.


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Score

5 out of 5

Excellent Facility

JMV Aug 10, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

My only real negative was that I found myself having to get pushy in order to get simple things...I expected more from a 5 ... star resort. For example, we tried requesting a pillow (a normal extra pillow) at midnight. We were immediately told 'no' b/c the person in charge of the pillows was gone for the day. I had to get on the phone and get upset that in a 500 plus room (at half capacity), five star facility they couldnt find one extra pillow. The pillow was in our room within 5 minutes. But why did we even have to become aggravated just for that simple request? Other than things like that the facility is top notch.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
5
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Awesome Honeymoon Vacation

The Newlyweds Aug 10, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We had a friend that mentioned this resort as a great resort. So we went along with his recommendation. We were overwelmed ... on how beautiful this resort was. We were looking for somewhere to go to relax and just be by ourselves and the Ambar location since it was adults only was definitely the place to do this. Whether it was laying by the beach or the pool they were both equally enjoyable. At night, the shows were extremely entertaining as well as all of the shops on the resort. No need to leave the resort unless you want to do any of the tours. We personally just enjoyed the resort and never left for any tours. The food was great everynight whether it was the buffet or the several different types of restaurants. Overall this was an excellent resort and would come back again.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, In Hotel

Make sure to make your dinner reservations before arrival if possible or the first day you arrive. They provide you with reservations for the 3 resturants in the Ambar area upon arrival but after that you are on you own. When in doubt, the buffet is excellent. Every night a different choice of food...ie oriental, carribean, american, french and mexican.


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Great Vacation

TAS Aug 10, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Hotel and staff were wonderful. The food was excellent. Room service was great!! Very clean property with exquisite grounds. ... We can hardly wait to go back!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Time savers tip

Pay for your round trip transfers from the airport to the hotel in advance, it is much easier and cheaper than what they want to charge you at the airport for this hotel.


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Quiet adult get away

Beth Aug 10, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Good for relaxing get away for couples --- entertainment was located at other campuses of the large resort - adults only ... section smaller without noise and hullabaloo. Food was good for all inclusive - more continental fare -- if you want better then pay for it in Paris and then complain. Note --- local transportation arranged by Orbitz requested call backs and visits which were annoying --- adults on relatively short trip don't want to have to chase down the transport people to confirm leave times, etc.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
1
Room comfort:
1
Hotel check-in:
1
Maintenance:
1
Location:
2
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel Staff:
1
Value:
1
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Couples

Shopping tip, In Hotel

There are shops in the main hotel area --- so you do not have to leave the resort compound. Some vendor aggression. Many hotel visitors say they enjoy walking 45 minutes down beach to local shopping area -- but vendors are aggressive.


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3 out of 5

Quick tip

Very Nice But...........

Empty Nesters Jul 28, 2009

My wife and I decided to visit Punta Cana because we had heard that it was so great. We arrived in Punta Cana and had no ... problem locating our tranporatation to the resort. We knew that our resort was one of three resorts and but we didn't know that the other two were right there with the Adult Only resort. The other two were family resorts and that is where we were dropped off. When my wife tried to explain that we were at the wrong resort they didn't understand what we were talking about and we had to good to the check in counter and speak with the staff there. They looked up our reservations and then we were taken around to the correct resort. We arrived at the adult only resort around 2:00 p.m but our room was not ready until about 3:30 p.m. The accommodations were great, the service staff nice but loud. Very early, conversation were carried on in spanish without regarda to those of use who were asleep. Gentleman beware, you have to wear long pants in all resturants for dinner. They relax that rule some during breakfast and lunch, but will turn you away at the door for dinner. The food was good and plentiful so no worrys there. The beach was beautiful, but because the adult area was so close to the family area, the children were everywhere. I have nothing against children, but if I want to vacation with them, I would not go to an ADULT ONLY resort. When had to go the very far end of the resort property to get some peace. My one piece of advice is, brush up on your Spanish, hardly none of the staff spoke english and didn't have patience to deal with those of us who didn't speak their language. Almost everything done in Spanish and we had a hard time understanding. Now for the transportation back to the airport, we spent half of the 1st day looking for the representative for Coco Tours and make arrangement for our return trip. We asked about five people before we finally found out where we were suppose to go and then the rep was late. When we finally got with him, he just took our name and told us to come back the day before we were to leave to get a time for pickup. On that day, he had a family with a complaint and we waited for over an hour to get the time for pickup. We have traveled to different countries and stayed at a lot of different All-Inclusive (Adult Only) resorts. We personally will not return to this resort. But please, find out for yourself.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
5
Location:
2
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, In Hotel

Men must wear long pants, make sure you pack a few pair.


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Entertainment tip, Short Walk

Take in the evening shows. They were a great way to end the night, and the entertainment staff was fabulous!

--Shellbell, Lacrosse, WI Dec 23, 2009

Dining tip

SKip the dinner reservation places...they weren't very good. Instead, go to the buffet at the adjoining resort. That buffet is a lot better than the ones at the Ambar. with the exception of breakfast. The Ambar breakfast buffet is great!

--Couple's 4 day getaway, Ambar Principe Dec 8, 2009

Shopping tip, Long Walk

There is a flea market about 1.5 miles from the hotel. remember to bargain and there are some great punta cana finds here (beach wraps, rum, jewlery, paintings, etc.)

--anonymous, St. Louis, MO Nov 29, 2009

Dining tip, In Hotel

I would set up your dinners at the different restaurants when you first get there. Easier and less to think about later.

--Michele mother of 3, Woodbridge, NJ Nov 23, 2009

Entertainment tip, In Hotel

There is a disco club, that is on the resort. It is open from 12:00AM until 2:00AM, you will receive free drinks!

--GENTLEMEN GEORGE, Miami, FL Nov 18, 2009

Nightlife tip, Short Walk

If you want night life-walk over to the bavaro/punta cana lobby.

--sunflower, boston ma Aug 25, 2009

Dining tip, In Hotel

Take lots of $1 bills for tipping it goes a long way, remember these are poor people working for little money so they appreciate anything they can get for the great service they give.

--gxn, Los Angeles, ca Aug 21, 2009

Shopping tip, In Hotel

Bring enough money or traveler's checks! I could not use my debit or credit card as my bank put up a fraud protection alert!!

--blondebeachbum, New Jersey Aug 15, 2009

Recreation/Attractions tip

Definetelly go on the Saona Island excursion. The most beautiful island. White sand, turquoise water and beautiful palm trees. You can take pictures with starfish and drink out of a coconut. Loved it!!! Also, the dolphin island is awesome. Swim and take pictures with dolphins, sharks and stingrays. Highly recommend it.

--Female (25-30), Chicago, Illinois Aug 10, 2009

Dining tip, In Hotel

Make sure to make your dinner reservations before arrival if possible or the first day you arrive. They provide you with reservations for the 3 resturants in the Ambar area upon arrival but after that you are on you own. When in doubt, the buffet is excellent. Every night a different choice of food...ie oriental, carribean, american, french and mexican.

--The Newlyweds, Canton, MI Aug 10, 2009

Time savers tip

Pay for your round trip transfers from the airport to the hotel in advance, it is much easier and cheaper than what they want to charge you at the airport for this hotel.

--TAS, Miami, FL. Aug 10, 2009

Shopping tip, In Hotel

There are shops in the main hotel area --- so you do not have to leave the resort compound. Some vendor aggression. Many hotel visitors say they enjoy walking 45 minutes down beach to local shopping area -- but vendors are aggressive.

--Beth, West Virginia Aug 10, 2009

Dining tip, In Hotel

Men must wear long pants, make sure you pack a few pair.

--Empty Nesters, Tampa, Florida Jul 28, 2009

Dining tip, In Hotel

Eat in the resort. The choices meals are vast and you can easily tailor your meals to your taste. We particulary enjoyed eating in both the Mediterrenean restaurant and french Don Pablo restaurants. Recommend eating all of your breakfasts at the main hotel (Amber) buffet, the other resort hotels were a little too noisy for us. The vast choices of food types, friendly staff and quiet ambience in Ambar starts the day very nicely.

--NJ Romantic, Piscataway, NJ Jul 24, 2009

Money savers tip, Long Walk

For souveniours avoid the hotel shops as they are pricey. About 2 miles down the beach are some local shops that you can negoiate with for much better prices.

--Karitak Army Wife, Joplin, MO Jul 7, 2009

Dining tip, In Hotel

RESERVATIONS CAN BE EASILY CHANGED AT GUEST SERVICES WITH A 1-2 DAY NOTICE. EL PESCADOR IS GREAT FOR SEAFOOD AND OFFERS BUFFET STYLE SEAFOOD FOLLOWED BY THE ENTREE. FILLET MIGNON AT DON PABLO WAS GREAT WHEREAS THE FAMOUS LOBSTER WAS DRY AND TASTELESS. OVERALL THE BETTER RESTAURANTS WHERE IN BAVARO RATHER THAN AMBAR

--VACATIONDIVA, NEW JERSEY Jun 12, 2009

Nightlife tip, Long Walk

Take the tram to the Pueblo Principe for night time entertainment. Also attend the shows put on at the Punta Cana.

--Grandma Phyl, Birmingham, AL Jun 9, 2009

Dining tip, In Hotel

The Don Pablo restaurant was our favorite. First class fine dining. Highly recommended.

--TITO, WASHINGTON, NJ Jun 8, 2009

Recreation/Attractions tip, In Hotel

If you are a prude then the beach might not be your ticket. Topless woman on are the norm. Deal with it or stick by the pool.

--Caribbean traveler, Fort Lauderdal FL May 9, 2009

Dining tip, In Hotel

I would recommend reserving restaurants before you leave so you can visit many of them instead of eating buffet every night. E-mail the hotel ahead of time. Men must wear long pants and collared shirt at dinner, no shorts allowed.

--Husker fan, Lincoln, NE May 8, 2009

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