Punta Cana Princess
Last verified July 2026. Dining is the weakest mark at 7.0. No resort can pay to change a score. See the full Palmprint file
Dining, pools and the beach
Dining & bars
Main buffet plus trattoria, Mediterranean, Tex-Mex steakhouse and Swiss venues; snack bar; Mare Nostrum bar offers 24-hour service
Pools & waterplay
Large main pool plus whirlpool; entire resort is adults-only
The beach itself
Reserved area with waiter service on reef-sheltered Bávaro Beach; DR east coast sees recurring spring–summer sargassum (regional monitoring reports)
- Calm water, swimmable straight off the sand
- 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.
Who fits where at Punta Cana Princess
All 3 categories, from the resort's own accommodations pages. The figures are the comparison: how many the room takes, against the most this property puts in any one key. Where a category carries no figures, the resort does not publish an occupancy for it, which at villa tier usually means it is set when you book.
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Suite | Sleeps 3 | 592 ft²55 m² | 1 bedroom | Gardens |
| Deluxe Suite Ocean View | Sleeps 4 | Not published | 1 bedroom | Ocean |
| Honeymoon Suite | Sleeps 2 | Not published | 1 bedroom | Not published |
Occupancy is the maximum published occupancy including rollaways, not comfortable occupancy. Categories and occupancy change with renovations, and connecting rooms are usually request-only, so confirm when you book.
= sleeps 2 of 4 max
Before you book
Ten things the research turned up about Punta Cana Princess that the brochure does not say.
Punta Cana Princess is a smaller adults-only resort on Bávaro Beach with direct beachfront access and shared access to Caribe Deluxe Princess and Tropical Deluxe Princess facilities.
The resort is strongest for couples who want a compact adults-only layout, beach access, a quieter atmosphere, and simple all-inclusive convenience.
Rooms and food receive more mixed feedback than the beach, staff, and relaxed setting.
Official Princess evidence lists one swimming pool at the hotel, while some distributors count two pools or include guest-access pools at sister properties.
Hidden tips
Use the sister-resort access strategically for extra restaurants and activities, but reserve themed restaurants in advance where required.
Choose this resort for beach, romance, and low-key adults-only relaxation rather than nightlife or modern luxury.
Confirm current sargassum conditions before travel, especially if swimming is a top priority.
Things guests wish they had known
This is a smaller, quieter adults-only resort rather than a party-focused resort.
Sister-resort access can improve dining and activity variety, but it also requires planning.
The beach and staff sentiment is stronger than room-modernity or buffet sentiment.
Most loved
4 themes- Beachfront setting
- Relaxed adults-only atmosphere
- Friendly staff
- Compact resort layout
Most complained about
4 themes- Dated rooms
- Food consistency
- Seaweed or beach-water conditions
- Wi-Fi reliability
Reddit feedback is mixed: travelers describe a pretty smaller resort with a lovely beach and good pool/beach focus, but recurring criticism focuses on dated rooms, weak food, inconsistent Wi-Fi, and uncertainty over whether the resort feels lively or quiet.
The rate, and where to check it
Our tracker samples real rates for a two-adult, 7-night stay on a rotating schedule, so the number below is a checked price with a date on it, not a teaser. The channels underneath price the same stay; a few minutes across them is routinely worth a night's rate.
Per-person figures assume two sharing. Taxes and fees vary by channel, so compare the final screen, not the first one.
Where else to look
- Resort website (opens in a new tab)
- Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
- Expedia (opens in a new tab)
- Tripadvisor reviews (opens in a new tab)
Same stay on every channel. Book wherever it comes out cheapest, whether or not we earn on it.
We check this rate on a rotating schedule. Leave an email and we'll flag a real drop, not a countdown timer.
Dec 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 | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Best |
| High °F | 84 | 84 | 86 | 88 | 88 | 90 | 90 | 90 | 90 | 88 | 86 | 84 |
| Rain days | 7 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 7 |
| 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 |
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 there
25 minutes from PUJ
- Nearest airport
- PUJ · Punta Cana International Airport
- Transfer
- 25 min
- Address
- Higüey 23000, Dominican Republic
- Phone
- +1 809-687-5000
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 11 categories we score in the Palmprint file for Punta Cana Princess; the full set is above.
What we'd book around it
Affiliate · commission at no cost to youFlights
Fly into PUJ, 25 minutes from the gate; round trips from about $357.
Search fares (opens in a new tab)Insurance
Storms move flights in season, and the cheapest rates are usually non-refundable.
Compare cover (opens in a new tab)How we scored Punta Cana Princess
11 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified 2 July 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.
The six that set the score
And 5 more we track
Confidence is high across the board except value, service, dining, rooms, pools & spa, quiet, nightlife, accessibility and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.
Open a category
Value7.8Medium confidence
- Dated Room Food Penalty
- 5.8
- Sister Resort Access Value
- 8.0
- Tripcentral Rating 5 Point
- 4.4
- Adults Only Beachfront Value
- 8.4
Service7.8Medium confidence
- Positive Staff Pattern
- 8.2
- Booking Staff Positive Pattern
- 8.0
- Tipping Or Pushy Activity Risk
- 6.2
- Restaurant Service Complaint Risk
- 6.0
Beach8.6High confidence
- Sargassum Risk
- 6.2
- Beachfront Confirmation
- 10.0
- Positive Beach Sentiment
- 8.6
- Official Clear Water Claim
- 8.8
- Shade Or Chair Competition Risk
- 6.2
Dining7.0Medium confidence
- Restaurant Variety
- 7.8
- Official Restaurants
- 5.0
- Buffet Complaint Risk
- 5.5
- Positive Food Mentions
- 7.2
- Sister Resort Dining Access
- 7.5
Rooms7.1Medium confidence
- Dated Room Penalty
- 5.4
- Suite Size Strength
- 8.4
- Jacuzzi In All Rooms
- 8.2
- Maintenance Complaint Risk
- 5.6
- Hard Bed Or Cleanliness Risk
- 6.0
Pools & Spa8.1Medium confidence
- Swim Up Bar
- 8.0
- Official Hotel Pools
- 1.0
- Pool Guest Sentiment
- 8.3
- Umbrella Or Towel Risk
- 6.2
Romance8.6High confidence
- Beachfront
- 9.0
- Adults Only
- 10.0
- Honeymoon Suite
- 8.5
- Dated Room Penalty
- 6.0
- Romantic Dinner Option
- 8.5
Quiet8.0Medium confidence
- Compact Resort Layout
- 8.2
- Adults Only Quiet Factor
- 8.5
- Pool Activity Noise Risk
- 6.5
- Limited Nightlife Tradeoff
- 7.5
Nightlife7.2Medium confidence
- Casino Disco Shuttle
- 7.2
- Low Key Resort Pattern
- 6.8
- On Site Nightclub Absent
- 5.5
- Official Day Evening Entertainment
- 7.5
Accessibility6.5Medium confidence
- No Elevator Penalty
- 4.5
- Wheelchair Accessible Parking
- 7.0
- Official Accessible Facilities Statement
- 7.0
Remote work6.2Medium confidence
- Desk Or Living Area
- 7.0
- Premium Wifi Extra Cost
- 5.5
- Official Free Basic Wifi
- 6.5
- Guest Wifi Complaint Risk
- 4.8
What it does best
- Direct beachfront location on Bávaro Beach.
- Adults-only 18+ positioning with a compact, easy-to-navigate layout.
- Five restaurants, swim-up bar, beach bar, spa, tennis, water sports, and casino shuttle access.
- Access to Caribe Deluxe Princess and Tropical Deluxe Princess expands available facilities.
Where it costs you
- Rooms are commonly described as dated or in need of refurbishment.
- Food feedback is inconsistent, especially around buffet quality.
- Wi-Fi is mixed: official free basic Wi-Fi is available, but guest sources report reliability issues.
- Nightlife is limited on-site; the disco is accessed through Avalon Casino rather than inside the hotel.
Room intelligence
- Best Value Room
- Deluxe SuiteThe official inventory is primarily Deluxe Suites, and this category provides the core adults-only suite experience with hot tub, balcony, and free Wi-Fi.
- Best Room Category
- Honeymoon SuiteOfficial room inventory positions the Honeymoon Suite as the more romantic category with living area, hot tub, balcony, and added honeymoon-style inclusions.
Everything we read on Punta Cana Princess
All-inclusive, except the good stuff
That is where trips get expensive: the plan covers the week, then the things you actually wanted are quietly a la carte. Here is the line at Punta Cana Princess, item by item, with what we checked it against.
| What you'd expect to pay for | Status |
|---|---|
| Premium & à la carte diningall 5 restaurants on the all-inclusive plan | Included |
| Wi-FiWi-Fi included in lobby per all-inclusive page | Partly included |
| Spa treatmentsgym, sauna and whirlpool included; treatments extra | Partly included |
| Kids' clubadults-only resort | Not available |
Inclusions change and vary by room category and season, so confirm with the resort before booking. How we verify this
Taking a group to Punta Cana Princess
Quiet adults-only property; romantic private beach dinners arranged on request; weddings via Princess Hotels
- Private dining & events
- Bookable
- Group rates
- Negotiable on a block
- Nightlife
- Low-key, quiet by late evening
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Group availability and rates move with the season. Confirm the specifics with the resort for your dates.
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