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Punta Palmera Cap Cana by Essenza Retreats

4.0 star property
Beachfront resort with a marina and a full-service spa

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Punta Palmera Cap Cana by Essenza Retreats is on Punta Cana's beautiful shoreline. Enjoy a hot stone treatment at Waves Spa or relax on the private beach. Punta Palmera restaurant offers ocean views, while activities like horseback riding and volleyball entertain everyone.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Studio with Ocean View | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Studio with Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
LED TV
Furnished balcony
Private hot tub
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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2-Bedroom Apartment With Ocean View | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

2-Bedroom Apartment With Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Private hot tub
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
  • 257 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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1-Bedroom Apartment With Ocean View | Living room | 32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

1-Bedroom Apartment With Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Private hot tub
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
  • 150 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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3-Bedroom Apartment With Ocean View | Terrace/patio

3-Bedroom Apartment With Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Private hot tub
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
  • 360 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Double Beds

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Studio with Garden View | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio with Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
LED TV
Furnished balcony
Private hot tub
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 1-Bedroom Apartment With Garden View

1-Bedroom Apartment With Garden View | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

1-Bedroom Apartment With Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Private hot tub
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
  • 150 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 2-Bedroom Apartment With Garden View

2-Bedroom Apartment With Garden View | Living room | 32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

2-Bedroom Apartment With Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Private hot tub
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
  • 257 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
La Marina Cap Cana, Punta Cana, La Altagracia, 23302

What's nearby

  • Punta Cana Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Juanillo Beach - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Punta Espada Golf Course - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • La Cana Golf Course - 12 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Chinola - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Blind Butcher - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Navigator - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Seaside Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Punta Palmera Cap Cana by Essenza Retreats

Upscale family-friendly resort near Punta Cana Beach
Located close to Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park and Juanillo Beach, Punta Palmera Cap Cana by Essenza Retreats provides an adjacent golf course, a marina, and a poolside bar. With a private beach, beach massages, and sun loungers, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a massage at Waves, the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Punta Palmera, Snack Bar, offers breakfast, lunch, light fare, and ocean views. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like horseback riding, fishing, and beach volleyball. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-in, a porter/bellhop, and a ballroom
  • Luggage storage, an elevator, and concierge services
Room features
All 86 individually furnished rooms have comforts such as private hot tubs and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Down comforters and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Punta Palmera, Snack Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,153 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a private beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Mud bath
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Up to 44 lbs per pet
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 300.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Children under 4 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Punta Palmera Cap Cana by Essenza Retreats have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Punta Palmera Cap Cana by Essenza Retreats pet-friendly?

Yes, Punta Palmera Cap Cana by Essenza Retreats allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 44 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Punta Palmera Cap Cana by Essenza Retreats?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Punta Palmera Cap Cana by Essenza Retreats?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 30 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Punta Palmera Cap Cana by Essenza Retreats?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is Punta Palmera Cap Cana by Essenza Retreats located?

Located in Cap Cana Marina, this beachfront resort is next to a golf course and within 2 mi (3 km) of Punta Cana Beach, Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park, and Juanillo Beach. La Cana Golf Course and Punta Espada Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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