El Macao

Punta Cana

El Macao featuring general coastal views
Macao Beach featuring a beach and tropical scenes
Macao Beach showing a beach
Macao Beach featuring a beach as well as a small group of people
Macao Beach which includes food

Popular places to visit

Macao Beach which includes tropical scenes and a beach

Macao Beach

4.5/5(1,464 reviews)

Try balancing on a board at this surf-friendly public beach, where golden sands and clear waters are perfectly framed by surrounding cliffs.

Macao Beach
Bavaro Beach

Bavaro Beach

4.5/5(3,857 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Bavaro Beach, a popular beach in Punta Cana. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.

Bavaro Beach
Punta Cana Beach

Punta Cana Beach

4.5/5(3,379 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Punta Cana Beach, a popular beach in Punta Cana. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.

Punta Cana Beach
Playa Bavaro. Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Los Corales Beach

4/5(353 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Los Corales Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Punta Cana. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

Los Corales Beach
Arena Gorda Beach which includes tropical scenes

Arena Gorda Beach

4.5/5(610 reviews)

Rest and relax on this Blue Flag-awarded beach, which is known for its sweeping stretch of fine white sand.

Arena Gorda Beach
Cabeza de Toro which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Cabeza de Toro Beach

4/5(1,081 reviews)

Swim with stringrays and dolphins or just delight in the simple pleasures of sun, sea and sand on this well-kept stretch of beach.

Cabeza de Toro Beach

Things to do

ATV 4x4 Adventure at Punta Cana

Punta Cana Half Day 4x4 ATV Adventure

$49
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Punta Cana Half Day 4x4 ATV Adventure
Safari Half Day Experience

Safari Half Day Experience

$59
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Safari Half Day Experience
Round Mountain And Macao Beach Tour - Miches And Punta Cana

Round Mountain And Macao Beach Tour - From Punta Cana

$160
per adult
Round Mountain And Macao Beach Tour - From Punta Cana
3-Hour Buggy Tour of Punta Cana

Buggy. Water cave, coffee, chocolate, Cigar test in Punta Cana

$48
per adult
Buggy. Water cave, coffee, chocolate, Cigar test in Punta Cana
So Much Fun!!!!!!

Punta Cana Slingshot Excursions

$200
per adult
Punta Cana Slingshot Excursions
Full-day off-Road Dune Buggy, coffe tasting, lunch, snorkeling & boat cruise

Full-day off-Road Dune Buggy, coffe tasting, snorkel &boat cruise

$104
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-day off-Road Dune Buggy, coffe tasting, snorkel &boat cruise
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El Macao Hotel Deals

Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana - All Inclusive
Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana - All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
Playa Macao, Macao, Punta Cana
The price is $598 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$598
includes taxes & fees
$598 per night
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Punta Cana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Food was great and the staff were kind."

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2025

Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana - All Inclusive
Serenade Punta Cana Beach & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Serenade Punta Cana Beach & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
Carretera Cabeza de Toro, Punta Cana, La Altagracia
The price is $423 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$423
includes taxes & fees
$358 per night
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Punta Cana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,471 reviews)
"Clean and well maintained. Little noisey Nice place for the shows. Service was either really good or terrible. Depending where your at. Food needed help. Always cold."

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2025

Serenade Punta Cana Beach & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive
Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive
5 out of 5
Playas de Bavaro, Higuey, Punta Cana, La Altagracia
The price is $645 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
$645
includes taxes & fees
$547 per night
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Punta Cana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,262 reviews)
"Great room, staff. I like the low maintenance grounds, buffet were okay, I recommend French restaurant, service desk was very helpful. My turned down point was boats with loud music and I like to swim all to the aloud distance but the speed boats were coming to close and you can breathe burning ..."

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025

Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive
Live Aqua Punta Cana - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Live Aqua Punta Cana - All Inclusive - Adults Only
5 out of 5
Uvero Alto, Punta Cana, La Altagracia
The price is $600 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$600
includes taxes & fees
$508 per night
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Punta Cana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,830 reviews)
"We would return without question to this resort. The staff went out of their way to engage with guests and ask how they could make our experience better. I have been using a cane this year and there were several times that employees on a golf cart offered a ride to the beach which was very thoughtful ..."

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025

Live Aqua Punta Cana - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Barceló Bávaro Palace - All Inclusive
Barceló Bávaro Palace - All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
Carretera Bávaro Km. 1, Playa Bávaro, Punta Cana, La Altagracia
Fully refundable
The price is $568 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
$568
includes taxes & fees
$488 per night
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Punta Cana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (4,293 reviews)
"Everything about the stay was amazing. The staff, the shows and the amenities. The only downside was the outdated rooms. The rooms need a little update, but other than that it was great!"

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2025

Barceló Bávaro Palace - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Republica - Adults only - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Republica - Adults only - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Playa Arena Gorda, Punta Cana
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Punta Cana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (3,805 reviews)
"I like the all inclusive aspect. Service is good. I didn't like the appearance cosmetically. The property needs some refreshing. Repainting and some other maintenance are required in the rooms."

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2025

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Hotel Riu Republica - Adults only - All Inclusive
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Other neighborhoods around El Macao

Uvero Alto showing a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Uvero Alto

Discover a beach and resort area at the north end of Punta Cana, featuring all-inclusive hotels along the east coast of Hispaniola. Enjoy the pristine sands and luxurious accommodations in this tropical paradise.

Uvero Alto
Bávaro

Bávaro

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Bávaro. Make a stop by Bavaro Beach or Cocotal Golf and Country Club while you're exploring the area.

Bávaro
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El Hoyo

While El Hoyo might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Casino Avalon Princess and Iberostar Golf Course.

El Hoyo
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Playa Bibijagua

4/5(628 area reviews)

Playa Bibijagua is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Bavaro Beach and Los Corales Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Punta Cana.

Playa Bibijagua
This amazing landscape invites you a dreamlike walk on the #beach

Verón

While Verón might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown Punta Cana and Cocotal Golf and Country Club.

Verón
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Pueblo Bavaro

Pueblo Bavaro is well-liked for its beaches, and you can visit sights like Downtown Punta Cana and Coco Bongo Punta Cana if you have time to explore the area.

Pueblo Bavaro
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