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JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar - Adults Only - All Inclusive

5.0 star property
Adults-only beachfront property with 3 outdoor pools

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • All inclusive
  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Parking included

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite (Upper Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Suite (Butler, Swim Out) | Balcony view

Suite (Butler, Swim Out)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private plunge pool
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Last room available

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Frette Italian linens
Down duvet
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

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Suite, Beachside (Butler) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, Beachside (Butler)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Frette Italian linens
Down duvet
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Suite, Lake View | Balcony view

Suite, Lake View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, Ocean View (Butler) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, Ocean View (Butler)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Suite, Oceanfront (Butler) | Balcony view

Suite, Oceanfront (Butler)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite (Promo)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Frette Italian linens
Down duvet
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite (Accesible)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Frette Italian linens
Down duvet
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Carretera Arena Gorda, Playa Bavaro, Punta Cana, La Altagracia, 23301

What's nearby

  • Iberostar Golf Course - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Arena Gorda Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Casino Avalon Princess - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cortecito Beach - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Bavaro Beach - 18 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Carey Buffet Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Mirador - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Villa Marina - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Grill La Brasa - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beach bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Luxury all-inclusive property near Iberostar Golf Course
Located close to Bavaro Beach, JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar - Adults Only - All Inclusive provides a free breakfast buffet, a golf course, and a nightclub. With a private beach, a beach bar, and kayaking, this property is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage, aromatherapy, or a body wrap at Spa Sensations, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 20 on-site restaurants. The gym offers fitness classes and yoga classes; other things to do include snorkeling, windsurfing, and parasailing. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and shopping on site.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 3 outdoor pools with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts, laundry services, and a porter/bellhop
  • A water dispenser, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 273 rooms feature comforts such as private indoor hot tubs and 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches like premium bedding and pillow menus.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and composting
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and eco-friendly cleaning products

All inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included.

Food and beverages

À la carte meals and snacks included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 20 restaurants
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Parasailing
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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
This property is professionally cleaned

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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar - Adults Only - All Inclusive have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools.

Is JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar - Adults Only - All Inclusive pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar - Adults Only - All Inclusive?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar - Adults Only - All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar - Adults Only - All Inclusive?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Are there all-inclusive benefits at JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar - Adults Only - All Inclusive?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar - Adults Only - All Inclusive located?

This Bávaro property is on the beach, 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Iberostar Golf Course, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Macao Beach and Bavaro Beach. Cabeza de Toro Beach is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) away.

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JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar - Adults Only - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 765 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1012 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best resort we have ever stayed at
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall stay was very nice and looking forward to going again in a few months.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

reny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and best experience
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hirut A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best experience everyone very friendly love it
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff put this resort over the top!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly. The rooms, restaurants and hotel in general was super clean. The food was very good at the buffets and specialized restaurants. I stayed at Bavaro beach hotels almost every year for the last 10 years and so far, this was the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous resort! Staff went ABOVE AND BEYOND!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baaith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd time staying at an Iberostar resort and we enjoyed everything about our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Louise

This is the second time we stayed at JOIA Iberostar and once again it was excellent on all levels. The staff is friendly and always aiming to please. The rooms a The food was excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cleuza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything it’s so perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

HECTOR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, Food was amazing... I can not wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything abou t this property! Pure paradise!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The friendliest staff ever. Very clean and safe. Quiet and relaxing. Excellent food quality.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
amazing property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don’t have any negative opinion. It was the best vacation I’ve ever had.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything at Joia was wonderful and exceeded my expectations!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great vacation
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best ever! Everything is perfect! My only complaint is the beach, in June has a lot of seaweeds but is not the hotel’s fault , they tried to clean everything but it was too much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was visually beautiful. The beach was loaded with seaweed, not their fault. The rooms are dated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alina Milagros

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Employees were extremely friendly they would go out of the way to make you feel comfortable the place is beautiful the beach not so good lots of seaweed could not use the beach if there’s something negative to say is that the need more pool umbrellas and chair not enough
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the variety of the food and clining services, but some nights it was too loud music outside till very late. Also, on the beach and in the ocean were a lot of seaweeds.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff very serviceable
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kymberlee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First ima say it you don’t eat pork breakfast is a struggle because that’s all the make in the mornings timeshare people very annoying but this my second time coming To this hotel Because I liked it concierge guy name Ramon was to nosy wanted to know all our whereabouts but overall it is a great resort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Radu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent resort!!!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at JOIA Grand Bávaro was exceptional. Everything from our arrival, stay throughout the week, and departure went smoothly. The staff were friendly, and the room was cleaned well daily. Beach was beautiful, and the spa was a nice experience. The variety of food was great too. Dining options were the best compared with other all inclusive resorts I have visited. Our stay was relaxing and wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025