Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa
An adults-only Secrets on one of the Dominican Republic's best beaches at Cap Cana, eight specialty restaurants, swim-out suites, and unlimited spa access.
Last verified July 2026. Value is the weakest mark at 8.6. No resort can pay to change a score. See the full Palmprint file
One of our group's favorites — we stayed here and loved every minute.
Michelle
About This Resort
An adults-only Secrets on one of the Dominican Republic's best beaches at Cap Cana — eight specialty restaurants, swim-out suites, and unlimited spa access. Grown-up and romantic without tipping into stuffy. A reliable couples' pick. Best December through May.
Highlights
- Private white-sand beach
- Unlimited spa access
- 8 specialty restaurants
- Swim-out suites
Activities & Experiences
- Spa & Wellness
- Water Sports
- Golf
Guest Reviews
My husband and I stayed at Secrets Cap Cana to celebrate our 20th anniversary, and we had an amazing experience. The highlight of our trip was our butler, Alexis. He was outstanding—helping with restaurant reservations, checking in on us throughout our stay, and making sure everything was taken car...
This resort exceeded every expectation we had and was one of the best vacation experiences we’ve ever had. What stood out most was the staff. Every person we interacted with was friendly, genuine, and seemed to truly care about making sure we had a great experience. You expect good service at a lux...
We had an incredible stay at Secrets Cap Cana and could not have asked for a better honeymoon experience. Our room was beautiful, and the housekeeping team kept everything spotless throughout our stay, which made it feel even more relaxing. What truly made this trip unforgettable was the staff. The...
Please see notes! My fiancé and I traveled here for the purpose of meeting with the wedding team to solidify a few plans up, do a tour, and a tasting. We were immediately greeted right off bat when we were dropped off with champagne and a cool, damp, essential oil towel, which is a nice touch after...
We left Secrets Cap Cana disappointed. The property is beautiful, the rooms were very nice, the grounds were well maintained, and the close proximity to the airport was convenient. The gated Cap Cana community and security presence at the entrance to the resort also made us feel very safe. Unfortun...
What we recommend
- Find flights (opens in a new tab)Round trips to the Dominican Republic from about $357
- Airport transfer (opens in a new tab)About 20 minutes from PUJ, booked before you flyWe use this every trip
- Rent a car (opens in a new tab)See the Dominican Republic beyond the resort gates
- Things to do (opens in a new tab)Boat trips and water sports around Cap Cana, Dominican Republic
- Travel insurance (opens in a new tab)Cancellations, delays, and the medical bill you hope not to seeWe never travel without it
- Stay connected (opens in a new tab)Data working the moment you land at PUJ
Before you book
- Fly into
- PUJPunta Cana International Airport
- Airport transfer
- About 20 minutes
- Flight time
- Under 5 hoursfrom the US East Coast
- Best months
- Dec to May
- All-inclusive
- Included in the rate
- Who stays
- Adults only
Passport, safety, tipping & more, read before you fly.
Read the country guideAll-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 Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa, item by item, with what we checked it against.
| What you'd expect to pay for | Status |
|---|---|
| Premium & à la carte diningUnlimited-Luxury includes a la carte restaurants with no reservations required. | Included |
| Top-shelf liquorOfficial Unlimited-Luxury materials include international and domestic top-shelf spirits. | Included |
| Room serviceOfficial materials list 24-hour room and concierge service. | Included |
| Wi-FiOfficial Unlimited-Luxury materials include Wi-Fi. | Included |
| In-room minibarOfficial materials list daily refreshed minibar service. | Included |
| Motorized water sportsScuba, fishing, and selected water activities may involve extra costs. | Costs extra |
| Non-motorized water sportsOfficial activities list non-motorized water sports, with some water activities subject to extra costs. | Included |
| Spa treatmentsSpa treatments are available at the Secrets Spa by Pevonia at extra cost. | Costs extra |
| Airport transfersOfficial Hyatt page states guests are responsible for transportation. | Costs extra |
Inclusions change and vary by room category and season, so confirm with the resort before booking. How we verify this
What the week is actually like
No reservations, anywhere, ever
Secrets brand dining model emphasizes no-reservation specialty dining; Preferred Club adds exclusive dining access.
Guest and professional sources describe main pool plus Preferred Club pool areas.
Juanillo Beach is a major strength in guest reports; Dominican Republic sargassum risk is seasonal and can vary by year.
- Calm water, swimmable straight off the sand
- 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.
Who fits where at Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa
All 8 room categories, from the resort's own accommodations pages.
The right room is personal: a swim-out for the pool people, a top floor for the view people, two real bedrooms and two baths for families who like a little distance. Here's the lineup from the resort's own accommodations pages.
From the resort's own accommodations pages. Categories and occupancy change with renovations, and connecting rooms are usually request-only, so confirm when you book.
Taking a group to Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa
Weddings/groups via Hyatt Inclusive Collection; daily activities and nightly entertainment; 457 suites
- Private dining & events
- Bookable
- Group rates
- Negotiable on a block
- Nightlife
- Lively, bars running late
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How we scored Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa
13 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified 22 July 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.
The six that set the score
And 7 more we track
Open a category
Value8.6High confidence
- Inclusions
- 9.3
- Product Quality
- 9.2
- Premium Price Penalty
- 8.0
- Transportation Extra Penalty
- 7.8
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Service9.4Very High confidence
- Concierge
- 9.4
- Pool Service
- 9.3
- Preferred Club
- 9.1
- Guest Sentiment
- 9.5
- Tripadvisor Review Count
- 25903.0
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Beach9.3Very High confidence
- Water Calm
- 9.4
- Sand Quality
- 9.3
- Swimmability
- 9.4
- Sargassum Risk
- 8.4
- Guest Sentiment
- 9.5
- Tripadvisor Review Count
- 25903.0
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Dining9.0High confidence
- Consistency
- 8.5
- Room Service
- 9.2
- Guest Sentiment
- 8.8
- Restaurant Variety
- 9.3
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Rooms9.2Very High confidence
- Amenities
- 9.2
- Condition
- 8.7
- Suite Size
- 9.4
- Swim Out Options
- 9.3
- Booking Review Count
- 252.0
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Pools & Spa9.3High confidence
- Hot Tubs
- 8.8
- Main Pool
- 9.2
- Preferred Pool
- 9.4
- Lounger Availability
- 9.0
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Romance9.5High confidence
- Beach
- 9.4
- Quiet
- 8.8
- Adults Only
- 9.7
- Suite Romance
- 9.3
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Luxury9.2High confidence
- Service
- 9.4
- Setting
- 9.3
- Room Product
- 9.1
- Preferred Club
- 8.9
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Quiet8.8High confidence
- Resort Atmosphere
- 9.1
- Preferred Club Quiet
- 9.2
- Hallway Noise Penalty
- 7.8
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What it does best
- Excellent Juanillo Beach setting inside Cap Cana.
- Strong adults-only romance and honeymoon fit.
- Very broad all-inclusive inclusions with 24-hour room service and refreshed minibar.
- Large review base with consistently strong service and room sentiment.
Where it costs you
- Transportation is not included by the resort.
- Preferred Club benefits may matter more for pool and beach comfort than for lounge quality.
- Some guests report hallway noise and occasional dated-room impressions.
- Food is strong overall but not uniformly praised across every restaurant.
What we'd do
One of our group's favorites — we stayed here and loved every minute.
What else the research turned up
Things to know before you book
- Secrets Cap Cana is one of the stronger adults-only all-inclusive fits in Punta Cana for travelers prioritizing beach, service, and a calm upscale atmosphere.
- The resort sits inside the gated Cap Cana area on Juanillo Beach, so it feels removed from town and most off-resort movement requires arranged transportation.
- All-inclusive coverage is broad, including dining, top-shelf spirits, room service, minibar, Wi-Fi, entertainment, and many activities.
- Preferred Club is most valuable for travelers who want quieter pool and beach zones rather than just room upgrades.
Hidden tips
- Use the Hyatt Inclusive app before and during the stay to review menus, schedules, and service requests.
- Consider Preferred Club if padded beach chairs, quieter pool access, and lounge use matter to your trip style.
- Light sleepers should request a quieter room location because hallway noise appears in recent guest reports.
What guests say
Most loved
- Juanillo Beach
- Service and concierge attention
- Spacious suites
- Pools and Preferred Club areas
- Calm adults-only atmosphere
Most common complaints
- Transportation costs
- Hallway noise
- Some rooms feel less modern than newer competitors
- Restaurant consistency varies
Things people wish they had known
- Preferred Club can be worthwhile for beach and pool comfort, not just room type.
- The property is more relaxation-oriented than party-oriented.
- Some water activities and spa treatments are not part of the base all-inclusive plan.
From Reddit
Recent Reddit posts are strongly positive on beach, pools, service, rooms, and relaxed adults-only atmosphere, with recurring cautions about hallway noise, some dated-room impressions, and food inconsistency at individual venues.
Room intelligence
- Rooms To Avoid
- Rooms near high-traffic hallways if light sleeping is a concernRecent Reddit guest reports mention hallway sound transfer, but evidence is limited.
- Best Room Category
- Preferred Club swim-out suiteOfficial materials confirm Preferred Club and swim-out suites; Reddit sentiment favors Preferred Club pool and beach areas for quieter full-day use.
Everything we read on Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa
Dec to May
Temperature barely moves here across the year, so rain is the whole decision: the wet months run Sep to Oct. Storm risk is not evenly spread either: 45% of every storm on record near Puerto Rico arrived in Sep.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rain days | Share of recorded storms | One of the best months to visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 84°F | 68°F | 7 | 0% | Yes |
| Feb | 84°F | 68°F | 5 | 0% | Yes |
| Mar | 86°F | 70°F | 5 | 0% | Yes |
| Apr | 88°F | 72°F | 6 | 0% | Yes |
| May | 88°F | 73°F | 10 (a wet month) | 0% | Yes |
| Jun | 90°F | 75°F | 8 | 0% | No |
| Jul | 90°F | 75°F | 8 | 7% | No |
| Aug | 90°F | 75°F | 9 | 34% | No |
| Sep | 90°F | 75°F | 10 (a wet month) | 45% | No |
| Oct | 88°F | 73°F | 11 (a wet month) | 11% | No |
| Nov | 86°F | 72°F | 9 | 2% | No |
| Dec | 84°F | 70°F | 7 | 1% | Yes |
Storm shares are computed from 107 recorded storms passing within about 100 nautical miles of Puerto Rico since 1851, the nearest point in our record to this resort. How the hurricane belt works
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- PUJ · Punta Cana International Airport
- Transfer
- 20 min · costs extra
- Address
- Punta Cana 23000, Dominican Republic
- Phone
- +1 809-469-7545
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