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Reviewed December 17, 2014

Exquisite property. Tennis, golf, game and fitness activities, two-level gym and spa, multiple pools, pristine beach, pool and beach volleyball, dance parties in front of the ship, nightly shows in the theater are all what make this resort the winner for active vacationers. I was non-stop for 7 days in paradise. Alternatively: Plenty of guests relax and go to the beach and make a day at the swim-up bar. This resort has the ultimate in offerings for every adult with any type vacation preference. It is impossible to adequately describe the high level of personal attention. Our butlers, Jason and Miguel were on hand 24 hours a day to ensure our every need was met. Our large suite, with a beach, pool view on the top floor, with a balcony, was exceptional. The reservation restaurants are recommended; in seven nights, we enjoyed varied cuisines, which were all top-notch. One bonus is meeting new friends; the guests are all friendly. We are returning next year to make more friends and get away from winter.

Date of stay: December 2014
  • Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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6  Thank BethAnn H
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Reviewed December 16, 2014

Our first trip to an AI resort was to this excellent property in Punta Cana. Incredible value IMO, with superb top-shelf liquor available, very good food, quite acceptable wines to accompany. The rooms were terrific, with marble flooring, whirlpool bath and walk-in shower, personal butler (like having a personal concierge on call), and customizable minibar. All included, of course. Wifi signal we found to be strong throughout the resort, with very fast speeds for browsing, downloading files, etc. Water was fine - drank tap water and rinsed toothbrushes in it with no ill effects.

This is an adults-only, rather relaxed resort with nightly shows that are ... okay. But the performers are enthusiastic and personable, as are all the resort staff. The buffet restaurant offers a pretty good selection of American-style breakfast offerings, including bagels and cream cheese, waffles, omelettes, bacon, etc. Fruit juices tend to be pretty pulpy, so I recommend sticking with actual fresh fruit, which is plentiful. Lunchtime one can get as much ceviche, shrimp, crab, and steak as one wants, along with many other tasty fish and chicken dishes and salads. For dinner I'd recommend sticking mostly with the specialty restaurants; we especially enjoyed the surf & turf (El Galeon) and Japanese steakhouse restaurants, but the "gourmet" Le Tourbillon was also good. The lobster risotto at the Italian restaurant was excellent, but other menu items there were mediocre in our opinion. The free-flowing wines tend to be Spanish Riojas, with some good Chilean and Argentinian offerings also; most of these would be in the $10-15 per bottle retail in the US, and are high-quality examples of wines at that price point. Avoid the California wines on offer.

Very good exercise room, yoga sessions and step aerobics on the beach, and ample sidewalks and paths in the resort to allow a 4-5 mile walk if you want to stay in shape. We're not beach people or lie-in-the-sun types, but the hotel offers plenty of chaise longues and palapas both poolside and on the beach. This resort is in a sort of bay that seems to provide calmer water than is available at other resorts in the area.

Room included two rounds of golf at the adjoining Iberostate golf course, an adequate PB Dye design. Offsite trips to Punta Espada (in Cap Cana) and Casa de Campo Teeth of the Dog (in La Romana) were pricey but well worth it - two of the best golf courses I've ever played, with incredible views.

Room tip: Recommend an upper-story room overlooking the pool; you'll have great views of the Caribbean from your balcony.
Date of stay: December 2014
  • Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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6  Thank MaxBuck1
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Reviewed December 16, 2014

I tend to only go on vacations solo that being said I try to only stay in places with other adults it makes my experience that much more relaxing. The folks at The Grand Bavaro went above and beyond especially since I was staying over my birthday. They sent a complementary birthday cake to my room and a nice bottle of Spanish sparkling wine with it. The number of restaurants ensured that I was always trying something new. The level of service was outstanding. Their on site dive center was also nice and staffed with very friendly and professional staff that knew me by name by my second day. Which was good considering diving was my primary reason for going on vacation that and the spa. The cigar bar was an unexpected surprise and a well utilized one.

The only down sides where no ATM on site but the porters where always willing to take me on quick 5 min golf cart ride to the neighboring resort which had a nice Dominican Gentleman rolling cigars by hand. The only other one was the getting the dinner reservations when and where I wanted. I was told that the restaurants where full but every time I dined in any of them they where always at about half capacity which being in the service industry myself was an issue for me. But all in all not a big deal.

GET THE LOBSTER RISOTO AT THE ITALIAN JOINT AND THE KOBE BEEF AT THE PLAYA RESTAURANT.

Room tip: Try and get ocean view or a view of the pool area.
Date of stay: December 2014
  • Trip type: Traveled solo
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3  Thank HDrider2146
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Reviewed December 16, 2014

Overall, an excellent place to stay. It was my first trip to the DR and I'm glad I stayed at this hotel. The room exceeded my expectations given the location and the property was truly first class. The only area that could have used some improvement was the food. It was serviceable, just not great. I go to Aruba every year and found the food there better. Personally, I really didn't see the need for a "butler service" but for those people who like to tell there friends they had a butler, I guess its a good thing. The beach was the nicest on Palm Beach as far as I could see and the water was bathtub warm with waves and a beautiful color--can't improve that. The waiter's on the beach worked hard and were very pleasant. Having them there is valuable for me. A beautiful resort with wonderful service--tough to do better.

Room tip: My room was great and given the property is first class and only 6 years old, I'm sure all of the rooms are great.
Date of stay: December 2014
  • Trip type: Traveled with friends
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6  Thank Blue07701
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Reviewed December 15, 2014

The Iberostar Grand resort was better than we expected. From our personal butler to the exceptional meals at the restaurants. This was a relaxing and elegant adults-only paradise. We will definitely recommend it to others!

Room tip: No additional comments here.
Date of stay: December 2014
  • Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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4  Thank Rocco W
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