Excellence Punta Cana

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Junior Suite
Junior Swim Up Suite
Junior Suite Garden View
Junior Suite Ocean View
Suite Ocean View
Excellence Club Master Suite
Junior Suite with Plunge Pool
Excellence Club
Bar Sol
Sports Bar
Palms Bar
Oregano Restaurant
Prelude Bar
The Kitchen Table Restaurant
Las Olas snack grill
Excellence Cascade Pool
Junior Suite
Junior Swim Up Suite
Junior Suite Garden View
Junior Suite Ocean View
Suite Ocean View
Excellence Club Master Suite
Junior Suite with Plunge Pool
Excellence Club
Bar Sol
Sports Bar
Palms Bar
Oregano Restaurant
Prelude Bar
The Kitchen Table Restaurant
Las Olas snack grill
Excellence Cascade Pool

The hotel

Its sunny spirit and style may be inspired by its laid-back Caribbean setting (and what a setting — right along the powder of a secluded sandy shore), but Excellence Punta Cana is more than a beach bolthole, it’s a place of luxury, indulgence, and memory-inducing moments. An adults-only resort, it promises All Inclusive treats on a 5-star scale — with nine global gourmet dining venues; 12 bars; pool and beach waiter service; and 24-hour treats delivered right to your suite. And, when you need to work off all that feasting, you’ve got tennis courts, snorkelling, introductory scuba diving, cycling, Spanish dancing, and pools and Jacuzzis to pick from.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Room Service
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Beachfront location
  • Tennis
  • Volley Ball
  • Bicycle Rental
  • Restaurant

Where is it

On the east coast of the Dominican Republic. Transfer time from Punta Cana Airport: 35 minutes.

Hotel information

Choice of suites. All with air-conditioning, private and furnished patio or balcony, interactive media 50” flat-screen TV, WiFi access, espresso coffee machine, stocked mini-bar and safe. Junior Suites with garden or mountain views from a furnished patio or balcony have 1 king-size bed and sleep maximum 2 adults.

All Inclusive of: all meals, snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. All activities and entertainment unless otherwise stated.

Junior Swim-Up Suites, as above but enjoy direct access to the resort pool from a furnished terrace, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Junior Suites with Plunge Pool offer the same amenities as the Junior Suite Garden View but has an outside plunge pool, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Junior Suites Ocean View with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Suite Ocean View have 2 balconies and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool Ocean Front offers the same amenities as the Junior Suite Garden View but with an outside plunge pool, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

The Excellence Club - a collection of premium suites with ocean, or garden and mountain views. Guests staying in any of the Excellence suites enjoy the below benefits:

  • Private check-in and check-out plus early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability)
  • Private concierge service 
  • Bvlgari VIP toiletries 
  • Upgraded room service menu in-room
  • Upgraded in-room premium liquor and wine bottle selection (list available with the Club Concierge) 
  • Nespresso machine 
  • Sparkling wine upon arrival 
  • Fresh flowers upon arrival 
  • Daily delivery of petit fours 
  • Private beach area 
  • Shoeshine service
  • Complimentary beach bag for use during your stay
  • Aqua Wellness Spa Treatment, 1 per person per stay

9 All Inclusive International dining options, 1 buffet restaurant and 1 beach snack grill. The Kitchen Table (International and Dominican buffet, breakfast and lunch), Chez Isabelle (French cuisine, dinner only), The Grill (à la carte menu for lunch and alfresco dinner), Flavour Market (small tapas dishes for dinner only), The Lobster House (à la carte continental breakfast and shellfish dinner dishes), Spice (Pan-Asian menu, dinner only), Oregano (trattoria-style restaurant, lunch and dinner), Agave (Mexican food. dinner only), Las Olas snack grill, Sports Bar restaurant (snack menu, open 4:00pm-1:00am). Magna (for Excellence Club guests (breakfast and dinner). 12 bars including Stars theater bar and Aroma cofee bar. 24-hour room service.

Nightly entertainment. Live music. Nearby casino*.

4 pools and 4 separate Jacuzzis. Miilé Spa*. Fitness centre. Non-motorised water sports. Scuba-diving*. Beach volleyball and football. Tennis court. Basketball court. Dancing lessons. Cooking lessons. Bicycles.

Complimentary WiFi.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: a casual elegant dress code applies to the following restaurants: Agave, Chez Isabelle, The Grill, Flavour Market, The Lobster House, Spice and Oregano.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellence Punta CanaPerfect for Couples looking to relax

Jul 21, 2020 373brianneh Brandon, Canada

We stayed a week and it was excellent! Our room was a junior suite with plunge pool and ocean view. AMAZING. Not ECM. The restaurants were excellent. The only two we missed were Flavour Market and Chez Isabelle. The others were wonderful. We were very impressed with Agave and the Kitchen Table Buffet. Los Olas on the beach was awesome it had… Read more
We stayed a week and it was excellent! Our room was a junior suite with plunge pool and ocean view. AMAZING. Not ECM. The restaurants were excellent. The only two we missed were Flavour Market and Chez Isabelle. The others were wonderful. We were very impressed with Agave and the Kitchen Table Buffet. Los Olas on the beach was awesome it had a different daily theme and provides a beautiful view while eating. The Beach was magnificent, it was red flagged the entire time we were there but we were able to wade near the shore. The sand itself was raked every day and there were ample huts and lounge chairs, with drink service. The pool is huge and has a swim up bar, they have a few different areas you can sit and chill around the pool. The hot tub (warm tub) faces the Ocean and was lovely. The staff are wonderful, ALL THE STAFF. Very friendly and helpful. I have no complaints at all about atmosphere. Roberto, our favourite waiter went above and beyond for us, great job friend! Yerlin, our favourite bartender makes the BEST tasting drinks, good job my friend. The entire resort was very clean, smelled lovely, you can tell the staff take pride in what they do. Very relaxing, nightly entertainment was great. We will be coming back!! AMAZING. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating It was everything I was promised!!!

May 28, 2020 laurentravelstheworl

I split my time between 2 resorts, and this was my second resort from my 2-week trip. Oh wow, had I know the difference between the 2 resorts, I would have just stayed here for the whole 2 weeks. This place blew the other resort I stayed in out of the water, unfortunately I stayed at that resort first. It was a 5-star service all the way--from… Read more
I split my time between 2 resorts, and this was my second resort from my 2-week trip. Oh wow, had I know the difference between the 2 resorts, I would have just stayed here for the whole 2 weeks. This place blew the other resort I stayed in out of the water, unfortunately I stayed at that resort first. It was a 5-star service all the way--from the beautiful resort to the staff, who were nothing but friendly and helpful. I would definitely come here again!!!! Rooms: clean, spacious, modern, comes with a great balcony and tub in the main room. Gym: great gym for some morning workout before all the food and champagne! Staff: wonderful, great service Food: The food was better than the last resort I was at, prior to coming here for my vacation. The presentation was also better, space looked cleaned, which made the food more appetizing. The restaurants were also, I had one of my best meals at the French place on my last night there and I absolutely was pleased!!! If you're looking between this place and other resorts, hands down you should go here. Read less
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May 14, 2020 JoeA820

I usually don’t write reviews, but reading some of these negative posts.....well, I couldn’t help myself. I was at Excellence last March for the first time, and the truth is the resort was modern, grounds was clean, staff was accommodating and the food was exceptional! I will be making arrangements to revisit this Excellence resort again this… Read more
I usually don’t write reviews, but reading some of these negative posts.....well, I couldn’t help myself. I was at Excellence last March for the first time, and the truth is the resort was modern, grounds was clean, staff was accommodating and the food was exceptional! I will be making arrangements to revisit this Excellence resort again this coming year. Management and staff......WELL DONE! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating 2nd Vist & Didn't Disappoint

May 3, 2020 paulboichat Surrey, United Kingdom

We visited in March, so sorry for the delay in giving a review, I have only just remembered I hadn't done it. It was another fantastic trip, the staff were great and I couldn't believe how many of them remembered our names from our first visit in October 2019, they were all really pleased to see us. A special mention to Reynaldo on reception who… Read more
We visited in March, so sorry for the delay in giving a review, I have only just remembered I hadn't done it. It was another fantastic trip, the staff were great and I couldn't believe how many of them remembered our names from our first visit in October 2019, they were all really pleased to see us. A special mention to Reynaldo on reception who looked after us, his customer service is a credit to the hotel. The animation team, Luz, Junior, Nicki M, Coca cola and Jose, you are all brilliant. To Hector for keeping us hydrated and Joel who was fab in the restaurants we visited. The hotel is wonderful, with fantastic grounds which are clean and maintained to a very high standard. All the restaurants are fantastic, we had one disappointing meal in the stake house one night as the food was cold, but we told the food & beverage manager who was furious, we never had another bad meal. We just have a basic garden view room as we spend such little time in the room we feel this is enough, the room is bright and clean with a lovely huge shower, it serves us well during our stay. Due to the Covid19 situation the hotel was really quiet which was a shame, but the staff were great. As we left the hotel was about to close due to the border being shut and I hope all the friends we have made at the EPC are ok and keeping safe & well. We will return once the world returns to same normality, we miss you all and wish you and your fail's the very best. Thanks EPC, your the best. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Refund problems!

Apr 23, 2020 gaylew2000 Boston, Massachusetts

After our 18 member family trip was understandable cancelled due to the Covid-19 virus, I have been waiting 5 weeks so far for my refund. I have called once a week to follow up and get the same story. I have been very patient and totally understand that we are in incredibly difficult times. BUT, I have a very large credit card bill due in a week… Read more
After our 18 member family trip was understandable cancelled due to the Covid-19 virus, I have been waiting 5 weeks so far for my refund. I have called once a week to follow up and get the same story. I have been very patient and totally understand that we are in incredibly difficult times. BUT, I have a very large credit card bill due in a week and I am obviously not going to pay it. I have been assuming that the refund would be made by now. I have to say that when it comes time to hopefully rebook this trip I am going to think twice about going to an Excellence Resort. The lack of help and communication is extremely frustrating! Read less