JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar

The JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar is part of Iberostar’s Grand Collection, which prides itself on luxury accommodation and outstanding personal service. This exceptional all-Inclusive hotel is for adults only and features a Pete Dye championship golf course on its doorstep. If you are looking for ultimate luxury, then this is the place!

Golf Courses

Guests of the Iberostar Bávaro and JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar can enjoy preferential rates and tee-times at the Iberostar Bávaro Golf Club. Opened in 2009, it is a par 72 Championship golf course designed by the famous Pete Dye, and is a short transfer away from both hotels.

Accommodation

The JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar is considered as the brand’s best hotel in the Dominican Republic. This Adults Only hotel offers 272 suites with 241 suites with views out onto the sea or the garden, 19 suites with direct access to the pool from their terraces, and 12 grand suites at the seaside. Each of the rooms offer two full beds or a ‘king size’ bed, Jacuzzis for two in the room; marble baths; exquisite linens, a pillow menu, as well as all standard amenities such as a coffee maker, safe box, Satellite LCD TV, DVD player, iPod/MP3 player base, Wi-Fi, etc. There is also a mini-bar which can be stocked to the client’s liking.

Restaurant & Bars

Bella Vista is the hotel’s main and buffet restaurant, offering a variety of Dominican international dishes, and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. If you fancy something a little more sophisticated, then head to Le Tourbillon, the French gourmet restaurant, or the Japanese Hashira. Of course, the resort would not be complete without an Italian option, so why not be tempted by La Tentazione? Last but not least, for some wonderful “surf and turf” cuisine, try El Galleon, located by a real-sized replica of a Spanish Galleon.

The dress code for all restaurants is smart casual, with long trousers and sleeved shirts required for men. The a la Carte restaurants require prior reservations and ask guests to refrain from using mobile phones to respect the privacy of other guests.

There are also 5 bars on the property for you to enjoy a pre or post-dinner drink, notably a cozy music bar located on the Spanish Galleon, serving domestic and international brands as well as premium liquor.

Spa & Leisure

The magnificent ocean front spa is a secret of true comfort with two levels and different ambiances. The center, served by professional mental and physical stress specialists, offers couples treatments in luxurious suites, beach-side massages, and relaxing Turkish baths or hammams and Jacuzzis.

Location

The resort is located in Punta Cana.

On Site Activities

This hotel offers the premier components of Iberostar’s Grand Collection with 3 pools on site which feature a swim up bar as well as an activity pool. On the hotel grounds, you can also find shops for your everyday needs, as well as a beauty salon and wonderful spa. As a guest of the JOIA Bávaro, you can also enjoy all the facilities of the neighboring Iberostar properties, such as the Iberostar Bávaro hotel.

Nearby

Apart from golf, there is an array of other activities available at the resort. The hotel has a fully equipped fitness center offering classes such as Tai-Chi aerobics, and spinning. If you’re still feeling energetic after your round, you can sample some target shooting, archery, or beach volleyball. Other land activities such as darts, Ping-Pong, tennis, and water polo.

As for water sports, hotel guests can enjoy catamarans, snorkeling and sailing or diving lessons, boat trips, parasailing, water skiing, and windsurfing. In addition, guests can enjoy full access to all neighboring hotels within the Iberostar Bávaro Golf & Spa Resort complex.