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Bavaro, Yuma, Dominican Republic

JOIA Bavaro by Iberostar

Beach Hotel · Adult Only

Trip Advisor Rating '.$item_trip.' Our Rating 9.6
 

JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar, a striking five-star all-inclusive on Punta Cana's legendary Playa Bávaro, channels Greco-Roman grandeur through Mexican architect Fernando Quirarte's vision, where marble columns, lush gardens, and a full-size sailboat bar floating in a central lake turn every stay into a mythical Caribbean chapter.

The 272 suites embrace refined escape with air conditioning, flat-screen televisions, DVD players, iPod docking stations for personal soundtracks, minibars, and bathrooms stocked with premium toiletries, deep tubs, hairdryers, and rain showers. Private balconies overlook sea sparkle or garden calm, giving couples a perch for sunrise yoga or friends space to plan the next reef dive in an eco-conscious space ditching single-use plastics via the Wave of Change initiative.

Seven dining venues span flavours: Mediterranean plates with local lobster, Asian fusion under palm roofs, Italian pastas twirled al dente, and a breakfast buffet loaded with fresh guanábana and made-to-order crepes. The sailboat bar—moored in the lake—pours artisanal rum cocktails and wines against sunset reflections, while other bars keep the pours flowing poolside or beachfront.

Two shimmering pools wind through the gardens for all-day dips, Spa Sensations layers hydrotherapy circuits and massages with island botanicals, and the P.B. Dye-designed 18-hole golf course challenges with ocean breezes. The concierge books catamaran sails to Dolphin Island Park 6 kilometres away or sunset cruises from Cap Cana Marina 25 kilometres down the coast.

A quick 19-kilometre transfer from Punta Cana International Airport with direct beachfront on one of the Dominican Republic's prime stretches, JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar plants you at the intersection of ancient inspiration and modern east-coast energy—reefs, fairways, and sustainable luxury all within easy reach.

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All Inclusive

Rooms & Suites

General Facilities

Activities

  • Themed Dinner Nights
  • Beach
  • Tennis Equipment
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Water Sport Facilities On Site
  • Entertainment Staff
  • Golf Course (within 3 Km)
  • Tennis Court

Wellness

  • Outdoor Swimming Pool
  • Fitness/Spa Locker Rooms
  • Fitness Classes
  • Yoga Classes
  • Fitness
  • Spa Facilities
  • Sun Umbrellas
  • Sun Loungers Or Beach Chairs
  • Hot Tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
  • Spa And Wellness Centre
  • Fitness Centre
  • Sauna

General

  • Concierge Service
  • Currency Exchange
  • 24-hour Front Desk
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Ironing Service
  • Laundry
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities

Hotel Reviews

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5 rating
March 2026

Our concierge Bienvenido treated us incredibly well during our stay at Joia. We loved the hotel. It is a very peaceful place perfect to enjoy and relax.

5 rating
March 2026

We have been to Punta Cana MANY times but even other 5* resorts did not quite match up to JOIA. The food was consistently the best we've had on vacation, with several cuisines to choose from and no...

5 rating
March 2026

Everything was just perfect. The service was exceptional. The staff is amazing and very attentive to our needs. I was really impressed by the happiness of ALL the staff. The food is exceptional...

5 rating
March 2026

Our stay at JOIA Bávaro was exceptional and exceeded expectations. We would readily return to and recommend this resort; our only regret was not staying longer! The rooms and resort premises are...

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Average Weather

Ave Daily Temp °C
Ave Monthly Rain mm

Jan
30
64
Feb
30
100
Mar
30
56
Apr
31
84
May
32
112
Jun
33
67
Jul
33
114
Aug
33
146
Sep
33
117
Oct
32
123
Nov
31
146
Dec
30
66

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$167 Per Person

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