When was the last time you truly unplugged? No guilt, no mental to-do lists, no thinking about the dishes piling up in the sink or the laundry that never seems to end? Picture a few days under the sun where the biggest decision of your day is choosing between the beach and the pool. Picture a place where your kids are having the time of their lives while you actually, genuinely relax. That’s exactly what the Iberostar Selection Coral Bavaro, one of the best family resorts in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, delivers.
Punta Cana is the all-inclusive destination — and for good reason. Turquoise water hovering around 28 degrees, white sand that sticks to your feet, palm trees as far as the eye can see, and resorts that go above and beyond to spoil you. The airport is barely 20 minutes away, which means your vacation starts the moment you land.
This hotel, formerly the Coral Level of the larger Iberostar complex, offers a premium experience: a world of its own, exclusive and peaceful, with reserved areas on the beach and at the pool, around-the-clock concierge service, and an attention to detail you’ll feel from the moment you arrive. The best part? You still have full access to everything the larger resort has to offer. It really is the best of both worlds.
Let us take you there.
Suites That Make You Never Want to Leave
Ever dream of sipping a hot coffee in the sunshine after a solid night’s sleep, with nothing but birdsong in the background? That’s your morning at the Iberostar Selection Coral Bávaro.
Everything is here, and then some. The 162 suites are tucked into charming little villas surrounded by lush tropical gardens. It’s vibrant, colourful, and honestly, perfect for family photos you’ll actually want to frame.
Depending on your taste (and your budget), eight room categories are available when you book with Transat: ocean-view suites so you can wake up facing the sea, pool-access options for lazy mornings, and private pool suites for the kind of trip that deserves to be unforgettable. For bigger families, the two-bedroom suites mean everyone gets their space — no stepping on each other’s toes.
And of course, every room comes fully equipped: air conditioning, minibar, Wi-Fi, and 24-hour room service. Nothing less.
So Many Restaurants, So Little Time
Let’s talk food — because in an all-inclusive, that’s often what makes or breaks the experience, especially when you’re travelling with kids who are always hungry.
Steps from your room, right on the water, the exclusive El Faro restaurant serves up a thoughtful buffet in the morning and at lunch, with live cooking stations where your dishes are made just the way you like them. Come evening, it’s à la carte with live music setting the mood.
And if you feel like venturing out to explore the rest of the Iberostar complex, a sea of options awaits: Japanese cuisine at Kabuki, fresh seafood at La Dorada, Cajun flavours at Jambalaya, bold contemporary cooking at Salt & Soul, a steakhouse at Brave, French cuisine at La Coupole, and so much more.
All told, 17 restaurants are included in your all-inclusive package. And your à la carte dinners? Unlimited, naturally.
Why the Iberostar Selection Coral Bávaro Is One of the Best Family Resorts in Bavaro
Staying at the Iberostar Selection Coral Bávaro means you’re VIP — no compromises. On one hand, you have two exclusive pools with concierge service and a bar within arm’s reach. On the other, the full range of activities across the Iberostar complex is yours to enjoy.
Our top picks:
- The SPA Sensations, offering four-handed massages, Caribbean rituals, and a full menu of body treatments;
- The PADI-certified dive centre, which runs excursions to stunning coral reefs and shipwrecks, all the way out to Saona Island;
- On the beach, give kayaking, windsurfing, and snorkelling a try;
- Treat yourself to at least one round on the gorgeous 18-hole golf course right on the property, designed by renowned architect P.B. Dye.
If the Iberostar Selection Coral Bávaro has one promise to make, it’s this: your vacation will become one of those memories you keep talking about long after you’ve made it back home. So — can you picture yourself there already?
