El Macao Travel Guide: Best of El Macao, Punta Cana Travel 2026

Stay near popular El Macao attractions

Macao Beach

8.8/10 (15,027 reviews)

Try balancing on a board at this surf-friendly public beach, where golden sands and clear waters are perfectly framed by surrounding cliffs.

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Things to do

Coco Bongo Night Out with Transportation from Punta Cana

Coco Bongo Night Out With Pick Up From Punta Cana

Rp1.446.579

per adult

78% of travellers recommend

All-Inclusive Saona Island Tour by Speedboat & Catamaran

Rp1.317.994

per adult

84% of travellers recommend

Half-Day Buggy Tour to Water Cave and Macao Beach

Rp714.360

per adult

88% of travellers recommend

Punta Cana Family Wild Buggy Eco Adventure

Rp874.198

per adult

Aerial view of the Saona Island Catamaran Cruise

Saona Island Deluxe Catamaran Cruise with Lunch

Rp2.375.247

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Small group ATV Adventure to Water Cave and Macao Beach

Rp857.232

per adult

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Top hotels in El Macao

Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana - All Inclusive

Playa Macao, Macao Punta Cana

Rp6.443.973

Rp6.443.973 total

15 Aug - 16 Aug

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury resort in Punta Cana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)

"Large property. Average food. If able to, do preferred get more amenities and a butler aka helpful personal employee. Rooms can be colder but it’s is the Caribbean."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

Serenade All Suites - Adults Only Resort - All inclusive

Cabeza De Toro Punta Cana La Altagracia

Rp5.018.422

Rp6.423.580 total

17 Aug - 18 Aug

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury resort in Punta Cana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (5,122 reviews)

"It’s as if they built this site and they forgot it. Only 3 restaurants and they’re horrible. Serve staff is always late, unapologetic and rude. Servers don’t want to serve. Not enough staff and a pool they can’t justify costs for. They close an entire pool down for the whole 3 elite members. Skeleton ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive

Playas de Bavaro Punta Cana La Altagracia

Rp6.554.163

Rp8.389.328 total

17 Aug - 18 Aug

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury resort in Punta Cana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...

8.4/10 Very good! (7,240 reviews)

"Nice facilities. Service was very poor. Will not return."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Ocean Blue & Sand Beach Resort - All Inclusive

Car. Arena Gorda Punta Cana La Altagracia

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

Rp6.056.698

Rp6.056.698 total

27 Jul - 28 Jul

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury resort in Punta Cana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (5,681 reviews)

"Good place to visit once but no one understands English there and if food options were not good. If you have allergies then it’s very bad because no one really cared I felt like. English not speaking and no veggie food options was the worse part about this trip. YOU ALSO NEED TO HAVE MAIN ALLERGIES ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Serenade Punta Cana Beach & Spa Resort - All Inclusive

Carretera Cabeza de Toro Punta Cana La Altagracia

Rp4.358.053

Rp5.578.194 total

18 Aug - 19 Aug

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury resort in Punta Cana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...

8/10 Very good! (6,995 reviews)

"No"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Hotel Riu Republica - Adults only - All Inclusive

Playa Arena Gorda Punta Cana

Stay at this beach resort in Punta Cana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...

7.2/10 Good! (6,031 reviews)

"Don’t go"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

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Where to stay in El Macao

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A beach with a white fence, people playing beach volleyball, and clear turquoise water.

Bávaro

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Bávaro. Make a stop by Bavaro Beach or Cocotal Golf and Country Club while you're exploring the area.

A beach with white sand, palm trees, and a thatched hut.

Cap Cana

A beach with palm trees, boats, and colorful buildings.

Punta Cana Village

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Punta Cana Village and surrounding area, you can visit Punta Cana Beach and Corales Golf Course.

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and a curved waterfront.

Cap Cana Marina

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cap Cana Marina. Make a stop by top sights like Punta Cana Beach while you're exploring the area.