Melia Caribe Tropical Resort
Playa de Bavaro, Punta Cana
Higuey, Dominican Republic

Distance from Hotel to Town, 25 miles (40 kms). Distance from Hotel to Punta Cana Airport, 20 minutes.  

Discover Melia Caribe Tropical, a hotel located in Punta Cana, where you will be able to enjoy stunning facilities, amusing themed areas designed for children and an exquisite gastronomic variety that will satisfy the most demanding palate. The resort features more than 1100 spacious suites with 144 Royal Service Suites. The complex spans the shore of the eastern tip of the Dominican Republic, and is surrounded by palm trees and lush gardens and lagoons. The resort is ideal for families, golfers, weddings, as well as meetings and conventions.  

The Melia Caribe Tropical is located right on Bavaro beach, one of the most beautiful beaches of the island: about 25 miles of white, fine sand, uncountable palm trees and crystal clear blue water. 1600 feet of the beach are exclusively reserved for the hotels' guests.  

Punta Cana International Airport is 20 minutes away, Higuey 25 miles, La Romana 56 miles, and the capital, Santo Domingo, is 121 miles far away from the hotel.  

Hotel Amenities (back to top)
  • Arcade
  • Beach
  • Business Center ($)
  • Casino
  • Disco
  • Dry Cleaning Services ($)
  • Fitness Center
  • Gift Shops
  • Jewelry Shop ($)
  • Laundry Service ($)

Golf Cocotal Golf & Country Club, on site, 27 hole golf course with a par 72, driving range, pro shop, equipment rental and golf academy Land Sports volleyball, aerobics, beach soccer, beach volleyball, horseback excursions ($), table tennis, darts, and board games. Tennis: (3) Floodlit Courts Miscellaneous Amenities  

• Meringue Classes  

• Baby Stroller Rentals  

• Mini Swimming Pool  

• Health and YHI Wellness  

• Palma Real Shopping Village Entertainment Extensive daytime and evening entertainment program. Watersports (non-motorized) windsurfing, scuba diving ($), water polo, kayaks, canoes, pedal boats, water bicycles, sunfish sailing, snorkeling, diving lessons, water bicycles and aerobics. Pub with karaoke Pool (swimming) Lake Style Children's Club Ages 5-12 years ($) Denotes a fee may be charged. Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them.  

Accommodation Categories and Descriptions (back to top)

Arrival/Departure Time:  

• Check-in-time: 3:00 pm Check-out-time: 12:00 pm  

Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability.  

Children Policy:  

• Children's age break is 12 years old.  

Maximum Occupancy:  

• Deluxe Junior Suite - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.  

• Family Junior Suite - 3 adults or 2 adults and 3 children. Romance Suite - 2 adults. Royal Service Master Suite - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.  

• Royal Service 1 Bedroom Master Suite - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Royal Beach Junior Suite - 2 adults.  

Deluxe Junior Suite, Tastefully decorated and generously conditioned all our Deluxe Junior Suites are 450 sq. ft. of pure comfort. All suites have a private balcony or terrace. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. View: Garden.  

Family Junior Suite, With 450 square feet, this Junior Suite is ready to take care of the needs of our youngest guests. The following additional amenities will be waiting for you:  

• one sofa bed, one duplex or bunk bed, themed amenities on children's beds, curtain separation for privacy, bathroom kid amenities including a mini-step for the sink, Melia Baby kit complete with soap, floating toy, shampoo and bubble bath, video game console and games upon request, minibar with soft drinks and family size water, extra drawers for children's belongings. Location: Lower property side in front of Flintstones Land, near the family and kids' pools, Kid's Club and Betty's Kitchen beach grill. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. View: Garden or Pool.  

Romance Suite, Spacious, elegant and cozy, this Junior Suite is 450 square feet with privileged location (close to beach and pool) includes a balcony or terrace with private patio and Balinese bed, and garden or pool view. Ideal for couples wanting to enjoy the paradise you always dreamed of: warm, light ambience, Jacuzzi in the room specially designed for two. Equipment: 32" flat screen cable television, direct dial telephone, minibar with soft drinks and beers, coffee and coffee maker, ceiling fan and individually controlled air conditioning system, bathroom with amenities and telephone, double rain shower, hair dryer, in room safe ($), beach towels in room, bathrobe and slippers during the stay, iron and ironing board. This accommodation is for 2 adults only. Bedding: 1 king bed.  

Master Suite Royal Service, 512 square feet. Luxury and comfort with impeccable service. Our master suite is equipped with a sliding door in the bedroom for added privacy, a 32" TV, an in-room Jacuzzi and a sofa bed plus a plasma TV in the living room. All suites have a private terrace or balcony. Free WiFi available in rooms. Bedding: 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed. View: Garden or Pool.  

Royal Service One Bedroom Master Suite, 815 square feet of spacious luxury. The One Bedroom Master Suites with pool or garden view have larger bathrooms, large fridge and kitchen amenities, living and dining areas, a private terrace or balcony. In addition to our traditional amenities, guests enjoy the privilege of Royal Service treatment, facilities and exclusive services. Free WiFi available in rooms. Bedding: 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed. View: Garden or Pool.  

Royal Beach Junior Suite, 450 square feet with privileged location (close to beach and pool). Featuring the following additional amenities: 32" flat screen cable television, premium minibar, double rain shower style, terrace with sofa and private patio with Balinese bed or balcony with sofa. Bedding: 1 king bed.  

Royal Service inclusions are:  

• Private check-in/out lounge  

• Special in-room amenities, like pillow & butler menu  

• Access to private pool and beach area with concierge service  

• Private transportation within the resort  

• Access to Royal Service lounge offering: daily continental breakfast, free Internet access, coffee & tea service all day long, premium branded beverages and liquors, special chef's selection of hors d'oeuvres throughout the day, butler and concierge assistant services  

• Room service from 7am until 11pm.  

**All Royal Service rooms have 1 king size bed and a sofa bed. Rollaways are not allowed.  

Royal Service inclusions are subject to change.  

All accommodations include: safe deposit box: ($), television (remote controlled, satellite), hairdryer, ceiling fan and air conditioning.  

Mini-bar supplied as a welcome with soft sodas  

Miscellaneous Amenities  

• Work area with IDD Telephone  

• Balcony or patio furnished  

• Living room area with sofa-bed or couch and arm chair  

Connecting Rooms The hotel can only guarantee connecting rooms with the following 2 categories: Royal Service Master Suite and Royal Service 1 Bedroom Master Suite.  

Rollaway Bed Rollaway beds are not permitted in Royal Service rooms.  

Bathroom (marble) Fully equipped with hairdryer  

($) Denotes a fee may be charged.  

Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed.  

Food and Beverage Outlets (back to top)

Ma Maison, Capacity for 94 people. Traditional French style restaurant and service.  

Market Place Buffet, Featuring six different live cooking buffets, air conditioned facilities, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Capacity for 512 people.  

Cuisine: International.  

Agora Grill, Capacity for 400 people. Enjoy a sumptuous beach side international buffet for breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks/sweets.  

The American Grill, Capacity for 155 people.  

Cuisine: American.  

Turey Grill, Capacity for 468 people. Enjoy a sumptuous beach side international buffet for breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks/sweets.  

Cuisine: International.  

Capri, Capacity for 92 people. Fish and seafood from the Caribbean Sea.  

Cuisine: Seafood.  

El Guarapo, Capacity for 148 people. Traditional colonial Dominican cuisine.  

Cuisine: Dominican.  

Hokkaido, Capacity for 36 people. Japanese specialty with Teppanyaki show tables. Additional charge applies.  

Cuisine: Japanese.  

La Gondola, Capacity for 94 people. Specializes in Italian cuisine with an antipasto corner.  

Cuisine: Italian.  

La Hacienda, Capacity for 108 people. Premium traditional Mexican restaurant.  

Cuisine: Mexican.  

La Pagoda, Capacity for 94 people. Thai fusion restaurant.  

Cuisine: Asian.  

Le Gourmet, Capacity for 94 people. Modern international cuisine.  

The Gabi Club, Capacity for 160 people. Contemporary cuisine. Additional charge applies. This restaurant is included for Royal Service guests only.  

Bars:  

• There are 14 bars offering fashionable cocktails and select international brand drinks.  

Lobby Bar Caribe Lobby Bar Tropical Caribe and Tropical pool bars Turey Grill Bar Agora Grill Bar Sports Bar Hall Bar Square Lounge Avenue Bar Fun Pub Gabi Club Bar Royal Service Beach Bar Royal Service Lounge Bar  

Please Note:  

• For access to all restaurants in the evening, gentlemen are not permitted to wear shorts and sleeveless shirts, sandals or any other type of open shoes.  

Package inclusions are subject to change.  

Bonus Features (back to top)

• Guests celebrating a birthday will receive a surprise gift. Guests must show proof of date of birth upon registration.  

Miscellaneous Information (back to top)

Children's Programs:  

• Now when you vacation at Melia Caribe Tropical, your children will have just as much fun as you will, maybe more! Just imagine a park created just for kids, with fun activities, imaginative games and a chance to hang out with The Flintstones.  

8 months to 4 years:  

• Baby Rock is for infants and toddlers and this club includes a sleeping area, kitchen and bathroom adapted to their size. (Childcare is available for babies at an extra cost.) Toddlers can participate in fun activities like arts and crafts, fantasy make-up, imaginative games, costumes, music workshops, puzzles, movies, story time, sensory stimulation and more.  

9 to 13 years:  

• Roca Flash is for older children and features competitive outdoor activities such as pool games, camping, workshops and sports. At The Flintstones Land even mealtimes are an adventure. Kids can start the day by having Bronto Breakfast with Fred and Dino. For lunch there are 2 choices and both offer delicious and nutritious meals. Betty's Kitchen is the ultimate mealtime hangout. The kid-friendly Flintstones decor, designed by Betty herself, combined with tasty treats and a fun atmosphere, makes this unique eatery feel like home... but here, drawing on the tablecloths is encouraged! And at Fred's Bronto Burger, kids can sample a delicious Brontosaurus Hamburger.  

5 to 8 years:  

• Members of the Bamm-Bamm Club have their own game room and playground. Bamm-Bamm members participate in a variety of imaginative and stimulating activities, including pool games, camping, T-shirt painting, balloon art, even costume and magic workshops.