Occidental Caribe, Punta Cana
About the Hotel
Occidental Caribe, formerly Barceló Punta Cana, is a four-star resort located on the stunning Arena Gorda Beach in the Dominican Republic. It features 798 elegantly designed rooms, offering breathtaking views of the crystal-clear waters. The resort is known for its extensive all-inclusive dining options and a variety of leisure activities, making it ideal for families and couples.
Location
Occidental Caribe is located just 29 km from Punta Cana International Airport and is easily accessible by comfortable tourist buses. Its prime location allows guests to explore nearby attractions and the picturesque beaches of the Dominican Republic.
Rooms
The resort offers a range of accommodations, including double rooms and suites, all measuring 355 square feet. Many rooms feature spectacular views of Bávaro Beach and the exotic gardens. Each room is equipped with modern amenities such as air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a minibar.
Eat & Drink
Occidental Caribe boasts seven specialty restaurants as part of its all-inclusive program, including Italian and Mexican cuisine. The buffet restaurant El Alcázar serves a wide variety of international dishes. Additionally, guests can enjoy tropical cocktails at various bars scattered throughout the resort.
Leisure & Business
The resort features two lagoon-style pools and a children's-only pool, along with a wealth of organized activities such as aerobics, water sports, and beach volleyball. A fitness center and spa services are available for adults, while the young guests can enjoy the Flip Club and Flip Water Park.
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Getting around
A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Hairdresser
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
- Darts
- Table tennis
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Aerobics
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Water slides
- Children's play area
- Kids club
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Casino
- Aqua park
- Live entertainment
- Night club
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
Staying at the hotel was a nice experience overall. The rooms were nice, especially with the ocean view, but some noise from events could be disruptive. The service was a mix of unfriendly encounters with some friendly interactions. The location was great for relaxation and safe, though some noise from nearby areas. The dining options were varied, but service could be improved. Overall, a decent stay with room for improvement.
Staying at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were quiet and well-located in the main lobby building, but they felt dated and needed better housekeeping. On the bright side, the staff did a good job of keeping things clean and filling up the mini bar, though they needed a nudge from a note in Spanish. Dust was a downside during my stay.
Waking up to loud music and a smelly room above the noisy pool wasn't the best experience, but the location was gorgeous with a welcoming staff. Dining was mediocre, providing convenience by the pool. Price could have been better considering the noisy atmosphere late at night.
The hotel had a bit of updates needed, and there was a little humidity in the rooms. However, the hotel smells musty, and the staff were very rude at times.
The hotel rooms were pretty spacious but had some maintenance issues, like a small water leak from the bathroom ceiling. Despite that, the rooms were very clean.
The hotel offers a comfortable stay despite some downsides. The rooms, although not extravagant, were clean and had no issues with plumbing or AC. The service was a mix of friendly and pushy encounters. The location, with its cleanliness and less crowded beach, was decent. The dining experience left something to be desired with bland and poorly cooked food. Overall, the hotel provides a satisfactory experience with room for improvement.
Upon arrival, despite booking in advance, I was told my room wasn't ready, and this seemed to be a recurring issue at this hotel. The room appeared nice initially until we returned from dinner to find water leaking from the ceiling, indicating maintenance issues. While the housekeeping did well, leaving a small tip and a note in Spanish seemed to help get things done efficiently.
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