You can enjoy the best of everything at this sumptuous all-suite resort, which combines truly outstanding, luxurious accommodation with a host of great activities, suitable for all ages. Set on a pristine beach overlooking crystal waters, the beautiful architecture and stunning gardens create an atmosphere of peace and serenity. Service is nothing short of exceptional and dining in any of the resort’s nine restaurants is an absolute delight.

25 minutes' drive from Punta Cana Airport.

On Bávaro beach.

The 554 luxuriously-appointed, air-conditioned suites are located in elegant three-storey villas and feature rich mahogany furniture, marble floors and soothing colour schemes. Amenities include a king-size bed, flat screen TV, CD player, complimentary WiFi, mini bar, luxurious bathroom with whirlpool bath, and a private terrace or balcony. The highly recommended Royal Service Suites (for adults only) offer butler service, exclusive access to a private swimming pool and beach area, and use of an elegant Royal Service lounge for daily appetisers, evening cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. For a VIP experience, upgrade to The Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real. This resort within a resort has a boutique feel and offers an extra layer of luxury.

The nine restaurants (one exclusively for Royal Service guests) and 12 bars are all excellent, but our highlights are Bana for teppanyaki and sushi, the sensational Passion by Martín Berasategui, and the funky, beachfront Gabi Beach for sunset cocktails and evening entertainment.

All-Inclusive Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner daily (supplements apply at Passion and Fuego) / Unlimited premium brand drinks / Tennis, yoga and gym / Unlimited golf green fees / Watersports including sailing, windsurfing and kayaking / Classes in salsa and merengue, wine tasting, massage, painting and photography / Kids’ Zone / Evening entertainment

There’s a spectacular main swimming pool, exclusive Royal Service pool, five floodlit tennis courts, complimentary non-motorised watersports, a PADI dive centre, fitness centre and unlimited golf green fees at the Cocotal Golf & Country Club (equipment hire is at an additional charge). The fabulous YHI Spa offers an incredible range of treatments, as well as a herbal steam room, Zen meditation garden and Jacuzzi. Families with children aged 1-12 yrs may use the facilities of the excellent Kids’ Zone at the nearby Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real. For teens there is a games room with Xbox, Wii and Playstation, as well as an adventure park with climbing wall, slides and ‘super jumper’ trampoline.