Lopesan Costa Bávaro, Punta Cana: My 3-Night Stay and Resort Review

By Amy Davoli, CTA, Owner · Travel & Cruise Consultant
Visited August 2023 · 7 min read

Clear turquoise water along Bávaro Beach at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — Bávaro Beach, right in front of Lopesan Costa Bávaro

Quick takeaways

Lopesan Costa Bávaro is a huge, 5-star all-inclusive right on Bávaro Beach, only about 20 minutes from the Punta Cana airport.
The giant infinity pool overlooking the beach is the star of the show, with more pools (including an 18+ pool in the Adults Only Club) around the resort.
There are so many places to eat, and there’s no limit on your à la carte dinners!
Great for families AND couples, with two kids’ waterparks, plus The Boulevard for shopping, dining and entertainment.

I spent 3 nights at Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort, Spa & Casino in Punta Cana, and WOW! Honestly, my photos really don’t do this 5-star resort justice. It’s big, it’s beautiful, and it’s right on one of the best beaches in the Dominican Republic. Here’s everything I loved, plus a few things to know before you book.

My stay

I stayed at Lopesan at the end of August 2023, and I spent a lot of my time walking (and walking!) the property so I could see everything first hand: the rooms, the pools, the beach, the restaurants and The Boulevard at the back of the resort.

Amy Davoli on the beach at night at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — White night on the beach!

White night beach party at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — The white night beach party

Amy Davoli exploring the grounds of Lopesan Costa Bávaro — Exploring the resort

I honestly can’t imagine a couple or a family that would be disappointed at this property! Everything was spot on, and the staff were constantly cleaning and fixing all the little things. That kind of attention to detail really stood out to me.

This one is a definite yes from me!

Location and getting there

Lopesan Costa Bávaro sits right on Bávaro Beach, and it’s only about 20 minutes from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ). That’s a short transfer, so you’re on the beach with a drink in your hand in no time!

It’s a big resort, with over 1,000 rooms, so be ready to walk. Comfy sandals are a must!

Open-air covered walkway in the lobby area of Lopesan Costa Bávaro — The open-air lobby

Reflecting pools and gardens in front of a guest building at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — Beautiful grounds

Turquoise pool lined with palm trees at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — Pools everywhere you look

Our room

We were in a Junior Suite, Tropical View, up on the 5th floor, and we still had a nice view of the ocean in the distance. Our room had two queen beds, a big bathroom with a double vanity, and a furnished balcony.

Junior suite with two queen beds at Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort in Punta Cana — Our junior suite

Double vanity bathroom in a junior suite at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — Double vanity

View of palm trees and the ocean from a 5th-floor balcony at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — The view from the 5th floor

Rooms can also come with a king bed and a couch, which is a nice option for couples who want a little more lounging space.

King bed junior suite at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — The king room

Sofa and seating area in a king junior suite at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — With a couch

Furnished balcony of a tropical view junior suite at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — Every room has a balcony or terrace

There are tropical, pool and ocean view junior suites to choose from. There’s also Unique by Lopesan, the resort’s premium upgrade with extra services and perks.

Amy’s tipAsk for a higher floor! Even with a tropical view room, being up on the 5th floor gave us a peek of the ocean.

The pools

This is where Lopesan really shines! The massive infinity pool overlooks Bávaro Beach and it is GORGEOUS. There are in-pool loungers, lots of space to spread out, and that ocean view in the background.

On top of the main pool, there are 4 more pools, plus an adults-only pool for guests booked in the Adults Only Club, the resort’s adults-only (18+) section. One thing to know: there’s no swim-up bar, but there are plenty of bars close by.

The massive infinity pool at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — The massive infinity pool

The infinity pool curving toward Bávaro Beach at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — It just keeps going!

In-pool loungers at the infinity pool at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — In-pool loungers

Infinity pool in front of a guest building at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — Pool views from the rooms

Entrance to the Adults Only Pool at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — The adults-only pool

The beach

Bávaro Beach is one of the most famous beaches in Punta Cana, and for good reason! Soft white sand, palm trees, palapas and clear turquoise water. There were boats and catamarans out on the water, so it’s easy to book an excursion right from the beach.

White sand and palm trees on Bávaro Beach at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — Bávaro Beach

Turquoise water and boats off Bávaro Beach in front of Lopesan Costa Bávaro — That water!

Food and drinks

There are SO many places to eat that I lost count! And the best part: there’s no limit on your à la carte dinners. You’ll find buffets plus restaurants like Italian, Japanese (with teppanyaki), Mexican, seafood, a grill, French and American, along with lots of bars throughout the resort, from the lobby bar to a sports bar and an English pub.

Caprese salad at a restaurant at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — Caprese to start

Cheese and charcuterie plate at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — Cheese and charcuterie

À la carte dinner plate at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — À la carte dinners

Tacos at the Mexican restaurant at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — Tacos, of course!

Grilled skewers and rice dinner at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — Dinner from the grill

Steak dinner at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — So much good food

Lively bar lit up in pink at night at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — The bars come alive at night!

Amy’s tipA couple of spots are adults only (18+), like the El Asador grill and the Caribe buffet, so keep that in mind if you’re travelling with kids.

For the kids

Families, this one’s for you! There’s a small kids’ waterpark on the main resort with slides and splash areas, and then a HUGE waterpark at the back of the property at The Boulevard, with towers of slides and a big splash pool. Add in all the pools and the beach, and the kids will be busy all day long.

Kids' waterpark with colourful slides at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — The kids’ waterpark

Palm trees reflected in a pond on the grounds of Lopesan Costa Bávaro — So much to explore

Kids' splash park with slides at Lopesan Costa Bávaro — Splash time!

The Boulevard

At the back of the property you’ll find The Boulevard, and it’s like a little town of its own! There are shops, more restaurants and bars, entertainment, a medical centre and pharmacy, and that huge waterpark. It’s a great spot to wander in the evening when you want a change of scenery without leaving the resort.

And of course, it’s a Resort, Spa & Casino, so you’ve also got the OM Spa and a casino if you’re feeling lucky!

My tips for Lopesan Costa Bávaro

Pack comfy walking shoes. It’s a big resort, and you’ll want to explore all of it.
Ask about a higher floor for a peek of the ocean, even in a tropical view room.
Try lots of restaurants! With no limit on à la carte dinners, there’s no reason not to.
Check out The Boulevard one evening for shopping, dinner and entertainment.
Know there’s no swim-up bar. If that’s a must for you, ask me about other options in Punta Cana.

Ready to plan your Lopesan Costa Bávaro getaway? I’ve been there, so ask me all the questions! We’d love to help you pick the right room, find great flights and get everything booked so all you have to do is relax.

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FAQs

How far is Lopesan Costa Bávaro from the Punta Cana airport?

It’s only about 20 minutes from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ).

Is Lopesan Costa Bávaro good for families?

Yes! There’s a kids’ waterpark on the main resort, a second waterpark at The Boulevard, lots of pools and a beautiful beach.

Does Lopesan Costa Bávaro have a swim-up bar?

No, there isn’t a swim-up bar, but there are plenty of bars throughout the resort, including near the pools.

Is there an adults-only area?

Yes. There’s the Adults Only Club, an adults-only (18+) section of the resort with its own pool for guests booked there, and a few restaurants, like El Asador and the Caribe buffet, are 18+.

Do I need to limit my à la carte dinners?

No! There’s no limit on à la carte dinners at Lopesan Costa Bávaro.