Punta Cana hotels
Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive
A 4-star Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive at Carretera Arena Gorda — Playa Bávaro (Bávaro Beach) at 0.8 km with a 8 headline from 3,225 reviews and inconsistent service in restaurants named in the cons.
- 4-star (official classification)
- Bávaro / Hotel Zone
- Occidental Hotels and Resorts by Barcelo Hotel Group
- Nearest airport PUJ
Written by the TravelShifu editorial team · last checked · hotel method
Desk assessmentWe have not stayed here. This verdict is built from the property’s own records and third-party guest reviews, read in full — including the complaints.
Check rates for Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive
Ad · affiliate links — we may earn a commission if you book through these links. It never changes the price you pay, and it never changes our verdict. How this works
No nightly price is quoted anywhere on this page: we hold no live rate for this property, and a rate printed into a static page is wrong within hours. These links open each partner’s own Punta Canahotel search — search for “Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive” when you land. We link to the search rather than to a deep link because no per-property deep-link parameter has been verified for these programmes, and a link that quietly lands on the wrong hotel would be worse than one extra step. Trip.com is listed first because it is the partner we work with directly; if the property is not on it, Booking.com carries the widest inventory of the three. We may earn a commission from any of them, and that does not change what this page says about the hotel.
Booking direct? +1 809-476-7777 — we earn nothing from this one, and direct rates sometimes include breakfast or free cancellation that an aggregated rate does not.
Still comparing?
Open the partner’s whole Punta Cana list and put it next to this one.
Should you book this hotel?
The verdict
Book Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive if a 8 headline from 3,225 fits your tolerance — accept inconsistent service in restaurants, some maintenance issues as named trade-offs.
Geography from the supplier table: Playa Bávaro (Bávaro Beach) at 0.8 km; Isla Saona (Saona Island) — day-trip destination at 40 km; Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park (Reserva Ecológica Ojos Indígenas) at 9 km; Scape Park / Hoyo Azul (Cap Cana) at 14 km; Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) at 20 km. Location scores 8.59 out of 10.
The supplier rating is 8 out of 10 from 3,225 reviews, captured 7 January 2026. Cleanliness 7.08. Service 9.05. Pros name friendly staff, clean beach, good facilities. Cons name inconsistent service in restaurants, some maintenance issues.
Filtered amenity facts include Swimming pool, Outdoor pool, Kids' pool, Spa/wellness center, Spa/wellness center services, Fitness facilities — we only cite what the seed lists.
Chain: Occidental Hotels and Resorts by Barcelo Hotel Group. Check-in from 03:00 PM; check-out 12:00 PM.
Best for
- Travellers who want a 4-star with a 8 headline from 3,225 reviews
- Anyone comparing dated cleanliness and location category scores before booking
- Readers who will read named cons as carefully as the pros
Not for
- Anyone expecting a quoted nightly rate on this page
- Guests who will not accept named cons such as inconsistent service in restaurants
- Anyone treating star class alone as a cleanliness guarantee
Verdict last reviewed . Rates, refurbishments and management change — re-check anything time-sensitive before booking.
The supplier’s overall score
Third-party guest reviews: 8.0/10 from 3,225 reviews — as of
This is an aggregate of published guest reviews from other booking sites, not a TravelShifu rating. We do not average it with anything, and we never restate it as structured data — Google’s review-snippet guidance says not to aggregate ratings from other websites, and every score we hold is somebody else’s.
What guests actually say
Guest sentiment at Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive
Synthesised from published guest reviews, last run 7 January 2026. Scores are our reading of recurring themes, not an average of star ratings.
Every score and every phrase in this section is the guest analysis from our hotel data provider for Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive, captured on 2026-01-07. TravelShifu did not compute these numbers, average them, or edit the wording.
- Overall Experience8.1 / 10Good
An overall positive stay despite some issues.
- Location8.6 / 10Excellent
Great location with nice beach access.
- Cleanliness7.1 / 10Good
Some complaints about maintenance and cleanliness issues with bathrooms.
- Service9.1 / 10Excellent
Consistently praised for helpful and friendly staff.
- Room Quality7.5 / 10Good
Reports of old rooms and issues, but some comfort noted.
- Amenities8.6 / 10Excellent
Facilities such as pools and restaurants received positive feedback.
- Value for Money8.0 / 10Good
Generally good experience, though some issues with food quality.
- Food and Beverage7.1 / 10Good
Mixed reviews on food quality and variety.
Praised consistently
- Friendly staff
- Clean beach
- Good facilities
Complained about consistently
- Inconsistent service in restaurants
- Some maintenance issues
Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive in photos
Supplied by the property through our hotel data provider and served from its own CDN.
What the property says about itself
The supplier’s own copy, reproduced unedited. It is marketing — the verdict above is ours.
Luxurious Oceanfront Resort
Indulge in a lavish experience at Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive, situated on the pristine Playa Bavaro.
Diverse Activities and Amenities
From diving trips to a full-service spa and a thrilling casino, there's never a dull moment. Enjoy outdoor pools, tennis courts, and even a rock climbing wall.
Culinary Delights and Awards
Savor Italian cuisine at Via Venetto, fresh seafood at Marenostrum, and unwind at the adult-only sports bar, Take Five. Recognized with awards like Bandera Azul and The Green Globe certification.
Ready to immerse yourself in luxury and adventure? Book your stay at Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive now.
Facilities
116 facilities as listed by the property. Shown in full rather than filtered: the same list is what the structured data on this page claims, so trimming it here would make the markup say more than the page does.
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Fishing
- Airport shuttle
- Safety deposit box
- Bar
- Tour desk
- Golf course
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Ironing service
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Tennis court
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Car hire
- Children's playground
- Canoeing
- Sauna
- Dry cleaning
- Breakfast in the room
- Diving
- Massage services
- Windsurfing
- Games room
- Snorkelling
- Spa/wellness center
- Barber/beauty shop
- Table tennis
- Currency exchange
- Babysitting/child services
- Billiards
- Darts
- Casino
- Non-smoking throughout
- Outdoor pool
- Daily housekeeping
- Designated smoking area
- Accessible parking
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Board games/puzzles
- Parking garage
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Beachfront
- Minimarket on site
- Concierge service
- Special diet menus - on request
- Kid meals
- Snack bar
- Water park
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Water sport facilities on site
- Indoor play area
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Evening entertainment
- Pool bar
- Kids' club
- Nightclub/DJ
- Entertainment staff
- Water slide
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Wine/champagne
- Airport drop off
- Airport pick up
- Fruits
- Spa/wellness center services
- Kids' pool
- Steam room
- Beauty Services
- Yoga classes
- Tennis equipment
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Personal trainer
- Hair Salon Services
- Beach
- Shuttle service
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Invoice provided
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Smoke alarms
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Access to health care professionals
- 24-hour security
- Delivered food - securely covered
- Live music/performance
- Themed dinner nights
- Broadcast Live sport events
- Aerobics
- Bingo
Where it is, and what is near it
Address
Carretera Arena GordaPunta Cana 23301
Dominican Republic
+1 809-476-7777
Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from
- 03:00 PM
- Latest arrival
- 11:00 PM
- Check-out by
- 12:00 PM
Nearest points of interest
Straight-line distances from our hotel data provider, closest first. A walking route is usually a little longer than the number here.
| Place | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Bávaro (Bávaro Beach) | beach | 800 m |
| Dolphin Explorer / Dolphin encounters (Bávaro area) | Entertainment | 5 km |
| Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park (Reserva Ecológica Ojos Indígenas) | nature | 9 km |
| Playa Juanillo (Juanillo Beach, Cap Cana) | beach | 11 km |
| Cap Cana Marina (Marina Cap Cana) | other | 12 km |
| Scape Park / Hoyo Azul (Cap Cana) | Park | 14 km |
| Playa Macao (Macao Beach) | beach | 18 km |
| Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) | Airport | 20 km |
| Isla Saona (Saona Island) — day-trip destination | beach | 40 km |
Where to stay in Punta Cana — all 4 properties and the areas they sit in · Read the full Punta Cana guide
Conditions worth reading before you book
The property’s own notice, reproduced unedited. Deposits, card rules and pet charges live here.
Head to head
Catalonia Punta Cana - All Inclusive vs Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive
Two Punta Cana hotels from the same ingest sample — 5-star Catalonia Punta Cana - All Inclusive against 4-star Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive — compared on dated guest scores, not inventing rates or walks.
The other Punta Cana hotels we cover
Impressive Premium Punta Cana - All Inclusive
5-star · Bávaro / Hotel Zone
A 5-star Impressive Premium Punta Cana - All Inclusive at Avenida Alemania AB 108/1 — no POI rows with a 8.4 headline from 5,150 reviews and limited food options named in the cons.
Grand Bavaro Princess - All Inclusive
5-star · Bávaro / Hotel Zone
A 5-star Grand Bavaro Princess - All Inclusive at Playas de Bavaro — Bávaro Beach (Playa Bávaro) at 0.5 km with a 8.3 headline from 13,071 reviews and cleanliness issues named in the cons.
Catalonia Punta Cana - All Inclusive
5-star · Bávaro / Hotel Zone
A 5-star Catalonia Punta Cana - All Inclusive at Playas de Bavaro — no POI rows with a 7.9 headline from 5,300 reviews and poor cleanliness named in the cons.
Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive — common questions
- How does Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive score with guests?
- Our hotel data provider returns 8 out of 10 from 3,225 reviews as of 7 January 2026. Location 8.59/10. Cleanliness 7.08/10. We have not stayed — this is a desk assessment from our hotel data provider’s dated guest analysis on the page.
- How close is Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive to Playa Bávaro (Bávaro Beach)?
- Playa Bávaro (Bávaro Beach) at 0.8 km on our hotel data provider’s figures. We have not stayed — this is a desk assessment from our hotel data provider’s dated guest analysis on the page.
- What time is check-in and check-out at Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive?
- Check-in is from 03:00 PM and check-out is by 12:00 PM, with the latest accepted arrival at 11:00 PM. These are the property's own published times as published by the property to our hotel data provider. Luggage storage is listed among the facilities.
- What is near Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive?
- Our hotel data provider records Playa Bávaro (Bávaro Beach) at 800 m, Dolphin Explorer / Dolphin encounters (Bávaro area) at 5 km, Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park (Reserva Ecológica Ojos Indígenas) at 9 km. Distances are straight-line from the property, so a walking route is usually a little longer.
- Which airport is nearest to Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive?
- The supplier records PUJ as the served airport for this property. That is the airport code our hotel data provider associates with the hotel, not a measured distance — check the route for your own arrival time before you rely on it.