Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana
Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana at a glance
- Location
- Punta Cana
- Guests
- All ages welcome
- The plan
- All-inclusive
- Setting
- On the beachfront
- Guest rating
- 4.5 / 5 on Google678 reviews
- Photos
- Palmprint
- 7.6 / 10
- Best months
- Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr · May · Nov · Dec
- Airport transfer
- PUJAbout 20 minutes
- Dining
- 20 restaurants
- Drinks
- 10 bars
About Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana
The biggest all-inclusive opening of 2026. Moon Palace is going massive in Punta Cana with over 2,000 suites, a water park, casino, Greg Norman golf course, and more than 20 restaurants. If you like your all-inclusives with everything and then some, this is the one to watch. Early booking rates before opening are typically 20-30% below what they'll charge once the reviews start rolling in.
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Rooms & prices
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Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana
Things to know
before you go
Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana is a newer family-focused luxury all-inclusive resort.
Because the property is new, guest review mass may still be forming; treat the record as under_review until source coverage is mature.
The strongest appeal is expected to be the Moon Palace combination of dining variety, family activities, pools and waterpark-style amenities.
Hidden tips
Confirm which amenities and restaurants are fully open before booking a near-term stay.
Choose a swim-up or family suite when room location and pool access matter.
Treat resort-credit offers as coupons with restrictions, not free cash.
Things guests wish they had known
The official product is ambitious, but early guest experience depends on how much of the resort is truly operational.
This should be treated as an opening-soon/early-opening watchlist property until more review mass exists.
Strengths from our research
Large-scale family all-inclusive with strong dining and activity promise.
Short Punta Cana airport transfer.
Moon Palace brand experience for families who liked Cancún or Jamaica properties.
Other considerations from our research
Independent review base is still developing.
Operational details may shift in the early opening period.
Punta Cana beach conditions can vary with sargassum.
What guests say
Most loved
- New rooms and large family suites
- Restaurant count and inclusion depth
- Pools and family facilities
Most complained about
- Soft-opening construction and unfinished venues
- Service systems and app issues
- Restaurant waits and operational inconsistency
From Reddit
Recent Reddit reports are highly cautionary, describing the resort as still in soft-opening mode with construction, unfinished venues, restaurant delays and overwhelmed systems.
What’s included
Included
- Premium & à la carte diningIncluded
Official all-inclusive page describes over 20 specialty dining options and an all-inclusive luxury model.
- Room serviceIncluded
Official all-inclusive language supports round-the-clock resort service and Palace Resorts all-inclusive standards.
- Wi-FiIncluded
- In-room minibarIncluded
- Kids' clubIncluded
Not included
- Spa treatmentsCosts extra
Spa treatments are available but not evidenced as included in the base plan.
- Tipping & gratuitiesTipping expected
No strict no-tipping policy was verified.
Included with limits
- Top-shelf liquorPartly included
Drinks are included under the all-inclusive model, but specific top-shelf bottle coverage was not verified.
Per the resort, not yet verified - Airport transfersPartly included
Official Moon Palace promotional language may include airport transfers on select offers; verify the booked rate.
- Resort creditsPromo bookings only
Resort credits are promotional and work as service-specific credits or coupons, not unrestricted cash.
There's a vacation-club desk at Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana, but travelers report it's easy to decline: no chasing, no disguised "orientations." Palace Elite and membership channels exist, but reviewed sources did not establish a consistent aggressive pitch pattern for this new resort.
Inclusions can vary by room category and season. Confirm your plan before booking. How we verify this
- Value
- 7.7 out of 10
- Service
- 6.7 out of 10
- Beach
- 8.2 out of 10
- Dining
- 7.9 out of 10
- Rooms
- 8.6 out of 10
- Pools & Spa
- 8.8 out of 10
Confidence is high across the board except service, dining, rooms, pools & spa and family, where the evidence is thinner.
Score breakdown, research & sources
How we scored Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana
14 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified Aug 14, 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.
The six that set the score
And 8 more we track
Confidence is high across the board except service, dining, rooms, pools & spa and family, where the evidence is thinner.
Open a category
Value7.7
- Resort Credits
- 8.0
- Perceived Vs Price
- 7.2
- Nineteen Restaurants
- 9.0
- All Inclusive Breadth
- 8.8
- Construction Incomplete
- 6.0
Service6.7Medium confidence
- Checkin Systems
- 5.8
- Restaurant Service
- 6.2
- Concierge Potential
- 8.0
- Opening Staffing Drag
- 5.4
Beach8.2
- Sand Quality
- 8.5
- Water Warmth
- 8.8
- Sandbar Feature
- 8.2
- Lifeguard Presence
- 9.0
- Costa Del Coco Setting
- 8.5
Dining7.9Medium confidence
- Restaurant Count
- 9.3
- All Inclusive Depth
- 9.0
- Reservation Friction
- 6.2
- Unfinished Venues Drag
- 5.8
Rooms8.6Medium confidence
- Suite Size
- 8.8
- Family Layouts
- 9.0
- Swim Up Options
- 8.6
- New Build Finish
- 8.4
- Opening Maintenance Risk
- 6.4
Pools & Spa8.8Medium confidence
- Pool Variety
- 8.8
- Family Pool Fit
- 8.8
- Swim Up Options
- 8.6
- Unfinished Features Drag
- 6.0
Luxury8.8
- O Spa
- 8.8
- Suite Quality
- 9.0
- Butler Service
- 9.2
- Greg Norman Golf
- 9.0
- Nineteen Restaurants
- 9.0
- Construction Incomplete
- 7.5
Family8.8Medium confidence
- Family Suites
- 9.0
- Baby Puree Menu
- 8.6
- Pools And Waterpark
- 8.8
- Opening Reliability Drag
- 5.8
Wellness8.6
- Aromatherapy
- 8.5
- Hydrotherapy
- 8.8
- Fitness Center
- 8.5
- Massage Quality
- 8.8
- Steam Room Jacuzzi
- 8.5
- O Spa Largest Caribbean
- 9.2
Romance7.8
- Couples Spa
- 8.0
- Wedding Venues
- 8.5
- Honeymoon Suites
- 8.5
- Private Jacuzzis
- 8.5
- Candlelight Dining
- 8.2
- Family Crowd Detractor
- 6.5
Quiet6.8
- Live Music
- 7.0
- Twin Towers
- 6.0
- Room Insulation
- 7.5
- Construction Noise
- 5.0
- Water Park Ambient
- 6.5
- Resort Scale 2171 Rooms
- 5.5
What it does best
- Large-scale family all-inclusive with strong dining and activity promise.
- Short Punta Cana airport transfer.
- Moon Palace brand experience for families who liked Cancún or Jamaica properties.
Where it costs you
- Independent review base is still developing.
- Operational details may shift in the early opening period.
- Punta Cana beach conditions can vary with sargassum.
Room intelligence
- Best Value Room
- Deluxe Resort ViewMost practical if guests expect to spend most time at pools, dining and waterpark rather than in-room.
- Best Room Category
- Deluxe Swim UpBest early-supported choice for families who prioritize pool access.
Restaurants & bars
Palmprint food score 7.9 / 10
- Places to eat
- 20
- A la carte
- 15
- Buffets
- 2
- Bars and lounges
- 10
- Swim-up bars
- 2
International · Mexican · Italian · Asian · Steakhouse · Seafood · Cafe · Poolside
Some restaurants take reservations; the rest are walk-in.
Asian Restaurant
Asian · Sushi
Asian specialty venue within the resort's 20-plus dining concept.
Included in the plan
More about Asian Restaurant
- Meals
- Dinner
- Service
- A la carte
Cafe and Sweet Shop
Cafe · Desserts
Coffee, dessert and snack venue typical of Moon Palace dining rosters.
Included in the plan
More about Cafe and Sweet Shop
- Meals
- Coffee, Snacks, Dessert
- Service
- Cafe
International Buffet
International
Primary buffet-style venue referenced through the resort's all-inclusive dining breadth.
Included in the plan
More about International Buffet
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Service
- Buffet
Italian Restaurant
Italian
Italian specialty dining venue.
Included in the plan
More about Italian Restaurant
- Meals
- Dinner
- Service
- A la carte
Mexican Restaurant
Mexican
Mexican specialty dining venue within the resort's all-inclusive restaurant set.
Included in the plan
More about Mexican Restaurant
- Meals
- Dinner
- Service
- A la carte
Pool Bars
Multiple pool and swim-up bar points.
Included in the plan
More about Pool Bars
- Meals
- Drinks
- Service
- Swim-up bar
- Location
- Pool and waterpark areas
Steakhouse
Steakhouse · Grill
Grill and steakhouse-style specialty restaurant.
Included in the plan
More about Steakhouse
- Meals
- Dinner
- Service
- A la carte
Dining at sister resorts is available. Confirm the participating venues and terms for your stay.
Venues, opening hours and plan inclusions can change by season. Confirm your choices when booking.
Rooms & suites
Seasonally sampled rooms are not available yet.
More room options (4)
| Suite | Occupancy | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Resort View | Sleeps 4 | 1 bedroom | Resort |
| Deluxe Ocean View | Sleeps 4 | 1 bedroom | Ocean |
| Deluxe Swim Up | Sleeps 4 | 1 bedroom | Poolswim-out |
| Family Suite | Sleeps 6 | 2 bedrooms | Resort2 baths |
Occupancy limits and connecting-room requests should be confirmed for your party before booking.
Pools and the beach
Pools & waterplay
With waterpark, waterslides
Official positioning emphasizes family-scale water facilities and entertainment; exact operational pool count should be rechecked after full stabilization.
The beach itself
Punta Cana beachfront with family-friendly sand entry in normal conditions, but seasonal sargassum and wind can change the experience.
- Caveat: Water conditions vary through the year
- Gradual entry, shallow a long way out
- Caveat: Sargassum seaweed lands seasonally, raked daily
Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.
Families & group stays
Bringing the kids to Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana
What decides whether a resort works with children in tow, answered from what the resort publishes rather than from the brochure.
- Kids' club
- Supervised program
- Teen program
- Active: events teens actually show up to
- Babysitting
- Available at extra cost
- Rooms that fit a family
- 4 categories, incl. Deluxe Resort View, Deluxe Ocean View
- Heated pools
- Not heated; chilly in winter
- Beach for young swimmers
- Gradual entry; watch the swell
- Dinner reservations
- Needed at some restaurants
- Can a family of 5 stay in one room at Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana?
- Yes. Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana has room categories that sleep 5 or more in one key: Family Suite. The largest stated occupancy is 6. Occupancy rules count most children (and sometimes infants) toward the limit, so confirm your exact ages with the resort when you book.
- Does Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana have a kids' club, and from what age?
- Yes. Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana runs a supervised kids' club. Hours and age bands shift seasonally, so confirm before booking.
Taking a group
Designed for large family groups, weddings and high-activity resort stays.
- Private dining & events
- Bookable
- Connecting rooms
- Available
- Group rates
- Negotiable on a block
- Nightlife
- Lively, bars running late
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Kids' club hours, teen programs and group availability all move with the season. Confirm the specifics with the resort for your dates.
When to go
Best months: Nov to May
Temperature barely moves here across the year, so rain is the whole decision: the wet months run May to Nov. Hurricane season is real here: about 1 in 5 Augusts sees one pass within 100 miles, most recently Franklin in 2023.
Jan
Best84°F / 29°C7 rain daysFeb
Best84°F / 29°C5 rain daysMar
Best86°F / 30°C5 rain daysApr
Best88°F / 31°C6 rain daysMay
Best88°F / 31°C10 rain daysJun
Wet90°F / 32°C8 rain daysJul
Wet90°F / 32°C8 rain daysAug
Wet90°F / 32°C9 rain daysSep
Wet90°F / 32°C10 rain daysOct
Wet88°F / 31°C11 rain daysNov
Best86°F / 30°C9 rain daysDec
Best84°F / 29°C7 rain days
Average daily highs and monthly rain days. Seasonal averages, not a forecast.
Monthly climate data & hurricane history
| Measure | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 84 degrees Fahrenheit | 84 degrees Fahrenheit | 86 degrees Fahrenheit | 88 degrees Fahrenheit | 88 degrees Fahrenheit | 90 degrees Fahrenheit | 90 degrees Fahrenheit | 90 degrees Fahrenheit | 90 degrees Fahrenheit | 88 degrees Fahrenheit | 86 degrees Fahrenheit | 84 degrees Fahrenheit |
| Rain days | 7 days | 5 days | 5 days | 6 days | 10 days | 8 days | 8 days | 9 days | 10 days | 11 days | 9 days | 7 days |
| hurricane odds | under 1 in 10 | under 1 in 10 | under 1 in 10 | under 1 in 10 | under 1 in 10 | under 1 in 10 | under 1 in 10 | 1 in 5 | 1 in 6 | 1 in 9 | under 1 in 10 | under 1 in 10 |
| Verdict | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Best | Best |
Odds count the complete years, 1980 to 2025, in which a hurricane passed within about 100 nautical miles of Dominican Republic, the nearest point in the NOAA and IBTrACS records to this resort. Two storms in one month still count that year once. How the hurricane belt works
Getting to Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana
- Nearest airport
- PUJ · Punta Cana International Airport
- Approximate transfer
- 20 minutes
- Transportation
- Check your package for transfer inclusions and arrangements.
Your own driver. Possibly a lower price.
A personalized airport pickup could cost less than a taxi or shared shuttle. Compare private transfer prices before you decide.
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Destination essentials & trip planning
Punta Cana 23000, Dominican Republic · +1 809-468-8200
Dominican Republic
- Language
- Spanish (English at resorts)
- Currency
- Dominican peso; USD widely accepted
- Power
- 110V, Type A/B plugs (same as the US)
- Driving
- On the right
- Main airport
- Punta Cana (PUJ)
- Flight time
- ~3.5–4h from the US East Coast
Read the Dominican Republic guide: passport, visa, tipping, safety
Who it suits
Three of the 14 categories we score in the Palmprint file for Moon Palace The Grand - Punta Cana; the full set is above.
What we'd book around it
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An eSIM for the flight and the beach; Wi-Fi is included on the resort but stops at the gate.
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